Caution
1. Configurate the instrument cluter (when only replacing it). (See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONFIGURATION.)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Pull down the adjusting lever of the tilt steering wheel and push the steering wheel down.
4. Pull the steering wheel toward you.
5. Remove the meter hood.
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Instrument Cluster Removal Note
When removing the instrument cluster, in order to prevent damage to the lens, cover the steering shaft with a cloth.

Instrument cluster configurationMazda 6 Service Manual: Wheel alignment pre-inspection
1. Inspect the tire inflation, and adjust to the recommended pressure as
necessary.
2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct it if necessary. (See
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection.)
3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts. (See SUSPENSION.)
4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkag ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Front wheel alignment
Specification (Unloaded)*1
Normal
Elevated*3
*1 : Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack
and tools are in designated position.
*2 : Difference between left and right must not exceed 1°30'.
*3 : Distance between wheel center and fender brim is 402 mm {15.8 ...