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: Drive belt auto tensioner inspection
1. Remove the drive belt. (See DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT.)
2. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the
operational direction.
Replace the drive belt auto tensioner if necessary.
3. Turn the drive belt auto tensioner pulley by hand and verify that it
rotates smoothly ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Side air bag sensor removal/installation
Warning
Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally
deploy the side air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG
SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the side air bag sensor. (See
SERVICE WARNINGS.)
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
2. ...