Mazda 6 Service Manual: Vise

Mazda 6 Service Manual / General information / Fundamental procedures / Vise

When using a vise, put protective plates in the jaws of the vise to prevent damage to parts.

Torque formulas

When using a torque wrench-SST or equivalent combination, the written torque must be recalculated due to the extra length that the SST or equivalent adds to the torque wrench. Recalculate t ...

Dynamometer

When inspecting and servicing the power train on the dynamometer or speed meter tester, pay attention to the following: - Place a fan, preferably a vehicle-speed proportional type, in fron ...

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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front seat belt removal/installation
Warning Handling the front seat belt (pre-tensioner seat belt) improperly can accidentally deploy the pre-tensioner, which may seriously injure you. Read SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the front seat belt. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.) Warning The side air bag sensor is attached to t ...

Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering shaft inspection
1. Inspect the following. (1) Column bearing for damage (2) Steering shaft length Replace the steering shaft component as necessary. Length 211.6 mm {8.3 in} 2. Inspect the tilt and telescope operation (1) Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from unlock posit ...