Note
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
2. First press the POWER button, then simultaneously press the AM button and TAPE/MD button for 2 seconds or more.


Note
3. To stop the on-board diagnostic test mode, turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
Supplier identification procedureMazda 6 Service Manual: Front lower arm (front) inspection
1. Remove the lower arm (front) from the vehicle.
2. Inspect for damage, cracks, and bending.
3. Inspect the ball joint rotation torque.
(1) Rotate the ball joint five times.
(2) Measure the rotation torque using a suitable allen socket and a
torque wrench.
If not within the speci ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Manually Shifting Up
You can shift gears up by operating the selector lever or the steering shift
switches (some models).
M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 → M5 → M6
Using selector lever
To shift up to a higher gear, tap the selector lever back (+) once.
Using steering shift switch (some models)
To ...