1. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT.)
2. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational direction.
3. Turn the drive belt auto tensioner pulley by hand and verify that it rotates smoothly.
4. Install the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT.)
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: Selector lever disassembly/assembly
1. Disassemble in the order shown in the figure.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Connector Disassembly Note
1. Insert a thin piece of metal from the terminal side of the connector, and
press down the terminal locking tab.
2. Pull the terminal out of the connector. ...