1. Remove the air cleaner case. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the VAD shutter valve actuator.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the VAD shutter valve actuator.

4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.


Intake-air system removal/installation
Variable air duct (vad) control solenoid valve inspection (l3)Mazda 6 Service Manual: Engine coolant temperature (ect) sensor removal/installation
Warning
When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and
wait until it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
1. Drain the engine coolant. (See COOLING SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS.)
2. Disconnect the ECT sensor connector.
3. Remove the ECT sensor.
4. Install in the reve ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Wiper Blades
CAUTION
Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect
the wiper's ability to clean windows.
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and th ...