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: Variable air duct (vad) shutter valve inspection (l3)
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. If the rod dose not move, replace the a ...

Mazda 6 Service Manual: Starter removal/installation
Warning When the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body with starter terminal B will generate sparks. This can cause personal injury, fire, and damage to the electrical components. Always disconnect the battery negative cables before performing the following operation. 1. Di ...