1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Jack up the vehicle.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. Adjust the headlight zeroset. (See HEADLIGHT ZEROSET)
Front auto leveling sensor removal/installation
Parking light bulb removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Mounting the Spare Tire
1. Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub, including
the hub bolts, with a cloth.
WARNING
Make sure the mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub and lug nuts are clean
before changing or replacing tires: When changing or replacing a tire, not
removing dirt and gri ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering shaft inspection
1. Inspect the following.
(1) Column bearing for damage
(2) Steering shaft length
Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Length
211.6 mm {8.3 in}
2. Inspect the tilt and telescope operation
(1) Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from unlock posit ...