Caution
1. Drain the transaxle oil (left side). (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT.) (See TRANSAXLE OIL REPLACEMENT.)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Drive Shaft Removal Note
1. Install a spare nut onto the drive shaft so that the nut is flush with the end of the drive shaft.
2. Tap the nut with a copper hammer to loosen the drive shaft from the front wheel hub.
3. Separate the drive shaft from the wheel hub.
Caution
4. Separate the left side drive shaft from the transaxle by prying with a bar inserted between the outer ring and the transaxle, as shown in the figure.
5. Install the SST
into the transaxle to hold the side gears after the drive shaft is removed.
Clip Installation Note
1. Install a new clip onto the joint shaft with the opening facing upward. Ensure that the diameter of the clip does not exceed the specification on installation.
2. After installation, measure the outer diameter. If it exceeds the specification, repeat Steps 1-2 using a new clip.
Outer diameter specification 31.2 mm {1.23 in} max.
Drive Shaft Installation Note
Caution
1. Insert the drive shaft into the wheel hub.
2. Apply transaxle oil to the oil seal lip.
3. Push the drive shaft into the transaxle.
4. After installation, pull the transaxle side outer ring forward to confirm that the drive shaft is securely held by the clip.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Ignition switch inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
3. Disconnect the ignition switch connectors.
4. Inspect for continuity between the ignition switch terminals using an
ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the ignition switch.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Basic power window system inspection
Manual Mode Function Inspection
Automatic Mode Function Inspection
Automatic Window Return Function Inspection
IG OFF Timer Function Inspection
Two-step Down Function Inspection
The distance the door glass opens can be changed using the two-step down
function. (Approximately 20- ...