Mazda 6 Service Manual: Removal of parts

Mazda 6 Service Manual / General information / Fundamental procedures / Removal of parts

While correcting a problem, also try to determine its cause. Begin work only after first learning which parts and subassemblies must be removed and disassembled for replacement or repair. After removing the part, plug all holes and ports to prevent foreign material from entering.

Disconnection of the negative battery cable

Before beginning any work, turn the ignition switch to LOCK position, then disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute to allow the backup power supply of the SAS un ...

Disassembly

If the disassembly procedure is complex, requiring many parts to be disassembled, all parts should be marked in a place that will not affect their performance or external appearance and ident ...

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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clock spring inspection
1. Remove the clock spring. 2. Inspect for continuity between the clock spring terminals using an ohmmeter. If not as specified, replace the clock spring. Note When the vehicle-side connector of clock spring is disconnected, the terminals 1A,1B, 1C and 1D are shorted to prevent ...

Mazda 6 Service Manual: Bright-Metal Maintenance
Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool. To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster. During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating of ...