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: Transaxle fluid temperature (tft) sensor removal/installation
Warning
When the transaxle and ATF are hot, they can badly burn. Turn off
the engine and wait until they are cool before replacing the ATF.
1. Remove the oil pan. (See CONTROL VALVE BODY REMOVAL.)
2. Disconnect the TFT sensor connector.
3. Remove the TFT sensor.
4. Install a TFT senso ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Woofer inspection
1. Inspect for continuity between the audio amplifier connector terminals and
woofer connector terminals using an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the related wiring harnesses.
2. Verify that there is battery positive voltage at the woofer connector
terminal A (4SD) or C (5HB) u ...