1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.


Front Lower Arm (Front) Ball Joint Removal Note
Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SSTs
.

Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Inner Side) Removal Note
Press the bushing (inner side) out using the SSTs
.

Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Outer Side) Removal Note
Press the bushing (outer side) out using the SSTs
.

Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Outer Side) Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.

2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs
.

3. Verify that clearance distance AB is 8.75 mm - 10.75 mm {0.3445 in - 0.4232 in}.

Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Inner Side) Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.

2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs
.

3. Verify that clearance distance AB is 12.75 mm - 14.75 mm {0.5020 in - 0.5807 in}.

Clip Installation Note
1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
3. Install the boot on the ball joint.
4. Install the new clip using the SST
.

5. Verify that the clip is installed securely to the groove.
6. Wipe away the excess grease.
Front upper arm inspection
Front lower arm (front) inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Multiplex communication system
Outline
In case the controller area network (CAN) system is malfunctioning, read
the DTCs of the following modules, using the SST (WDS or equivalent) to
determine the malfunctioning system.
- PCM
- DSC HU/CM (with DSC)
- ABS (ABS/TCS) HU/CM (with ABS (ABS/TCS)
- Instrument clus ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Intake air temperature (iat) sensor inspection
Resistance Inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Disconnect MAF/IAT sensor.
2. Measure the resistance between the MAF/IAT sensor terminals D and E using
an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the MAF/IAT sensor.
If the MAF/IAT sensor is okay, but ...