1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the center panel module. (See CENTER PANEL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the LCD unit. (with car-navigation system) (See LCD UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the center box. (without car-navigation system)
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Information Display Removal Note
Squeeze the tabs of information display and pull it forward to it.
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering gear and linkage inspection
Rack Inspection
1. Inspect the rack for cracking, damage, and tooth wear. Replace it as
necessary.
2. Measure the runout of the rack.
Runout
Near point A: 0.15 mm {0.006 in} max.
Near point B: 0.20 mm {0.008 in} max.
3. If not within the specification, replace the rack.
Tie-rod End ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Oil seal (differential) replacement
1. On level ground, jack up the vehicle and support it evenly on safety
stands.
2. Drain the oil from the transaxle.
3. Remove the front wheels and splash shields.
4. Separate the drive shaft and joint shaft from the transaxle. (See DRIVE
SHAFT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.) (See JOINT SHAFT REMOVAL/ ...