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 upper arm inspection
1. Remove the upper arm from the vehicle. 2. Inspect for damage, cracks, and bending. 3. Inspect the ball joint rotation torque. (1) Rotate the ball joint five times. (2) Measure the rotation torque using a suitable allen socket and a torque wrench. If not within the specification ...

Mazda 6 Service Manual: Side Air Bags
The side air bags are mounted in the outboard sides of the front seatbacks. When the air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force, the system inflates the side air bag only on the side in which the vehicle was hit. The side air bag inflates quickly to reduce injury ...