Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variable valve timing

Engine disassembly/assembly

1. Disconnect the engine and automatic transaxle. (ATX) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.) 2. Disconnect the engine and manual transaxle. (MTX) (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE REMOVAL/INSTALLA ...

Variable valve timing actuator inspection

L3 Caution Variable valve timing actuator can not be disassembled it is a precision unit. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the plug hole plate. 3. Remove the high-tensi ...

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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front shock absorber inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber from the vehicle. 2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage. 3. Inspect the rubber bushing for deterioration and wear. 4. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual nois ...

Mazda 6 Service Manual: Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check the following: Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator. Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold reduces b ...