Mazda 6 Service Manual: Master cylinder removal/installation
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
R.H.D.
L.H.D.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Master Cylinder Installation Note
Caution
- Always install the gasket of the power brake unit push rod before performing measurement inspections or adjustments.
1. Install the SST
to the power brake unit as shown, and tighten within the specified torque.
Tightening torque 9.8-16.0 N·m {100-163 kgf·cm, 87-141 in·lbf}
2. Using a vacuum gauge, create a vacuum pressure of 66.7 kPa {500 mmHg, 19.7 inHg}
in the power brake unit.
3. Using calipers, measure dimension L as shown.
Specification
22.7 mm{8.94 in}
4. If dimension L is not within the specification as shown, remove SST
(49 E043 001) and use SST
(49 B043 004) to adjust the length of the push rod while using SST
(E043 003A) to keep the push rod from rotating.
5. Remove the SSTs
, replace SST
(49 E043 001) and measure dimension L again.
6. Install the master cylinder to the power brake unit.
Caution
- If after installing the master cylinder, air does not bleed properly from the brake lines even after performing air bleeding, brake drag occurs or other characteristics are present, it is possible that the master cylinder piston is jammed against the power brake unit. If air cannot be bled properly, brake drag exists or other malfunctions occur, remove the master cylinder and reinstall properly.
Brake pedal removal/installation
1. For ATX model, remove the lock unit with brake switch (R.H.D. only).
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Brake switch Installation Note ...
Fluid level sensor inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the sensor connector.
3. Inspect for continuity between terminals of fluid level sensor.
If not as specified, replace the fluid level sens ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Drive belt replacement
1. Remove the splash shield (RH).
2. Turn the center of the tensioner pulley clockwise to release tension to
the drive belt.
3. Remove the drive belt.
4. Reinstall the drive belt or install a new drive belt.
5. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner indicator mark does not exceeds
the l ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Compression pressure
COMPRESSION INSPECTION
Warning
Hot engines and oil can cause severe burns. Be careful not to burn
yourself during removal/installation of each component.
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
Recharge it if necessary. (See BATTERY INSPECTION.)
2. Warm up the engine to the no ...