Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front shock absorber inspection
1. Remove the front shock absorber from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage and oil leakage.
3. Inspect the rubber bushing for deterioration and wear.
4. Compress and extend the shock piston at least three times. Verify that the operational force does not change and that there is no unusual noise.
- If not as specified, replace the shock absorber.
(1) Compress the shock absorber piston and release it.
(2) Verify that the piston extends fully at a normal speed.
Front shock absorber and spring removal/installation
Caution
Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS
wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it
is pulled by mistake. Before performing ...
Front shock absorber disposal
Warning
Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear.
The gas in the shock absorber is pressurized, and could spray metal chips
into the eyes and face when drilling.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Sunroof motor inspection
Motor
1. Remove the sunroof motor.
2. Apply battery positive voltage to the sunroof motor terminals and inspect
the operation of the sunroof motor.
If not as specified, replace the sunroof motor.
Limit Switch
1. Remove the headliner. (See HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Verify t ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Tire Pressure Monitoring System Initialization
In the following cases, system initialization must be performed so that the system
operates normally.
A tire pressure is adjusted.
Tire rotation is performed.
A tire or wheel is replaced.
The battery is replaced or completely drained.
The tire pressure monitoring system warning light i ...