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: If You Must Use the Front Seat for Children
If you cannot put all children in the rear seat, at least put the smallest children
in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the
shoulder.
NEVER put a rear-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger seat whether
your vehicle is equipped with a o ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: On-board diagnostic test
DTCs Reading Procedure
1. Perform the necessary vehicle preparation and visual inspection.
2. Connect WDS or equivalent to the vehicle DLC-2 16-pin connector located as
shown in the figure.
3. Retrieve DTCs by WDS or equivalent.
Pending Trouble Code Access Procedure
1. Perform the necessary ...