Mazda 6 Service Manual: 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
STEERING LOCATION INDEX
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear door lock actuator inspection
Door Lock Actuator
1. Disconnect the front door lock actuator connector.
2. Apply battery positive voltage to the front door lock actuator terminals
and inspect the operation of the front door lock actuator.
If not as specified, replace the front door lock actuator.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Automatic transaxle fluid (atf) inspection
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Condition Inspection
One way of determining whether the transaxle should be disassembled is by
noting:
If the ATF is muddy or varnished.
If the ATF smells strange or unusual.
ATF Condition
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Level Inspection
Caution
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