1. Remove the lower arm (front) from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage, cracks, and bending.
3. Inspect the ball joint rotation torque.
(1) Rotate the ball joint five times.
(2) Measure the rotation torque using a suitable allen socket and a torque wrench.
- If not within the specification, replace the lower arm component.
Rotation torque
1.18-2.23 N·m
{12.1-22.7 kgf·cm, 10.5-19.7 in·lbf}
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Symptom troubleshooting
Verify the symptoms, and perform troubleshooting according to the
appropriate number.
Vehicles with ABS/TCS
Vehicles with DSC
*1 : DSC system contains traction control function, DSC indicator light goes
on and off while DSC operates.
*2 : DSC indicator light goes on and off while D ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Relay inspection
Relay Type
Four-terminal
Type A
1. Remove the relay.
2. Inspect for continuity between the relay terminals using an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the relay.
Type B
1. Remove the relay.
2. Inspect for continuity between the relay terminals using an ohmmeter.
If not as ...