1. Inspect the following.

(1) Column bearing for damage
(2) Steering shaft length
- Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Length
211.6 mm {8.3 in}
2. Inspect the tilt and telescope operation

(1) Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from unlock position to lock position.
(2) Verify that the steering shaft is fixed firmly when the adjusting lever is locked.
- Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Steering wheel and column removal/installation
Steering gear and linkage removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Trunk Lid
WARNING
Never allow a person to ride in the trunk: Allowing a person to ride
in the trunk is dangerous. The person in the trunk could be seriously injured or
killed during sudden braking or a collision.
Do not drive with the trunk lid open: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle
is dangerous. ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Cruise actuator removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Cover Removal Note
Unclamp the clips of the heater hoses at the front of the cover.
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