1. Remove the stabilizer control link from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for bending and damage.
3. Measure the ball joint starting torque.
(1) Rock the ball joint stud side to side 10 times.
(2) Rotate the ball joint stud 10 times.
(3) Measure the starting torque using a suitable Allen socket and a torque wrench.

Starting torque
0.23-0.47 N·m
{2.4-4.7 kgf·cm, 2.1-4.1 in·lbf}
Rear stabilizer removal/installation
Trailing link removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Door lock timer unit inspection
1. Measure the voltage at the door lock timer unit terminals (other than
terminal 1E and 2W) as indicated below.
If not as specified, inspect the parts listed under Action.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Disconnect the door lock timer unit connector and inspect for continuity ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Bonnet adjustment
Gap Adjustment
1. Remove the front fender.
2. Loosen the bonnet hinge installation bolts and reposition the bonnet.
3. Tighten the bolts.
4. Verify that the gap between the bonnet and the body is within the
specification.
Clearance
a: 2.5-4.5 mm {0.08-0.17 in}
Height Adjustment
1 ...