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: Overheating
If the high engine coolant temperature warning light turns on, the vehicle loses
power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too
hot.
WARNING
Pull over to a safe location,
then switch the ignition off and make sure the fan is not running before attempting
t ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Windshield wiper motor inspection
L.H.D.
1. Disconnect the windshield wiper motor connector.
2. Connect battery positive voltage to terminal E or D and ground to terminal
B, and inspect the operation of the windshield wiper motor as indicated below.
3. Disconnect battery positive voltage from terminal E of the motor while t ...