1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Keys
WARNING
Do not leave the key in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place
where your children will not find or play with them: Leaving children in a
vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. Children may find these keys to be ...