1. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
Depth
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.

2. Measure the flatness of the pressure plate with a straight edge and a feeler gauge.
Maximum clearance 0.5 mm {0.020 in}

3. When checking the diaphragm spring fingers, mount a dial indicator on the cylinder block.
4. Rotate the flywheel and check for misaligned diaphragm spring fingers.
Misalignment
0.6 mm {0.024 in} max.

Clutch unit removal/installation
Clutch disc inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Transaxle range (tr) switch removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the air cleaner component. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
Caution
Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor
connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the
connector w ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Towing hooks
Caution
The towing hooks should be used only in an emergency (to get the
vehicle out of a ditch or a snow bank, for example).
When using the towing hooks, always pull the cable or chain in a
straight direction with respect to the hook. Apply no sideways force.
FRONT
1. Remove the tow ...