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: After repair procedure
Warning
Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and
cause serious injuries or death and damage. When installing the fuel hose,
observe Fuel Leakage Inspection described below.
Fuel Leakage Inspection
Warning
Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can i ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Pcm removal/installation
Note
For replace the PCM, Setup the WDS and perform the PCM
configuration. (See PCM CONFIGURATION.)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. For R.H.D, perform the following procedures.
(1) Remove the front side trim (left-side).
(2) Partially peel back the flower covering.
3 ...