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: Variable tumble control solenoid valve inspection
1. Remove the variable tumble control solenoid valve. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Inspect airflow between the ports under the following conditions.
If not as specified, replace the variable tumble control solenoid valve.
If as specified, carry out the Circuit Open/Short ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Programming the HomeLink System
CAUTION
When programming a garage door opener or a gate, disconnect the power to these
devices before performing programming. Continuous operation of the devices could
damage the motor.
The HomeLink system provides 3 buttons which can be individually selected and
programmed using the transmi ...