Mazda 6 Service Manual: General procedures

Mazda 6 Service Manual / Steering system / General procedures

Wheels and Tires Removal/Installation

The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not mentioned in this section. When a wheel is removed, tighten it to 88-118 N·m {9.0-12.0 kgf·m, 65.0-87.0 ft·lbf}.

Power Steering Components Removal/Installation

If any power steering fluid line has been disconnected anytime during the procedure, add ATF M-III

or equivalent (e.g. Dexron®II

), bleed the fluid lines, and inspect for leakage after the procedure has been completed.

Connectors Disconnection/Connection

Disconnect the negative battery cable before doing any work that requires handling of connectors. Reconnect the negative battery cable only after the work is completed.

Suspension Arm Removal/Installation

Tighten any part of the suspension that uses rubber bushings only after vehicle has been lowered and unloaded.

Note

Unloaded: Fuel tank is full. Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack, and tools are in designated position.

Location index

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Engine speed sensing power steering

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