Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the specification.
Play
0-30 mm {0-1.18 in}
Steering Wheel Looseness Inspection
Move the steering wheel as shown in the figure to inspect for column bearing wear, steering shaft joint play, steering wheel looseness, and column looseness.
Steering Wheel Effort Inspection
Inspect the following points:
2. With the vehicle on a hard, level surface, put the wheels in the straight-ahead position.
3. Remove the air bag module.
Warning
4. Start the engine and warm the power steering fluid to 5060 ° C {122140 ° F}.
5. Measure the steering wheel effort using a torque wrench.
- No air in steering system
- No fluid leakage at hose or connectors
- Function of oil pump and steering gear
Steering wheel effort 7.8 N·m {80 kgf·cm, 58 in·lbf} max.
Note
- Road conditions, such as dry or wet, and asphalt or concrete.
- Tire conditions, such as brand, wear, and tire pressure.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Key Battery Replacement
If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not flash, the battery may be dead.
Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
Make sure the battery is installed correctly. Battery leakage could occur
if it is not in ...
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 ...