Mazda 6 Service Manual: Steering wheel and column removal/installation
Warning
- Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Wheel Removal Note
Caution
- Do not try to remove the steering wheel by hitting the shaft with a hammer. The column will collapse.
1. Set the vehicle in the straight-ahead position.
2. Remove the steering wheel using a suitable puller.
Steering Lock Mounting Bolts Removal Note
1. Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.
2. Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.
3. Disassemble the steering lock component.
Steering Lock Mounting Bolts Installation Note
1. Assemble the steering lock component to the steering shaft.
2. Verify that the lock operates correctly.
3. Install new steering lock mounting bolts.
4. Tighten the bolts until the heads break off.
Steering Shaft Installation Note
Caution
- Do not apply a shock in the axial direction of the shaft.
1. Lock the tilt lever.
2. Tighten bolt A.
3. Tighten nut B.
4. Tighten nut C.
Steering Wheel Installation Note
Set the wheels in the straight-ahead position, and install the steering wheel.
Steering wheel and column inspection
Steering Wheel Play Inspection
With the wheels in the straight-ahead position, gently turn the steering
wheel to the left and right and verify that the play is within the
specification.
If th ...
Steering shaft inspection
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 til ...
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Oil pressure switch inspection
Caution
Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause poor
connection or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the
connector when disconnecting it.
On-vehicle Inspection (harness inspection)
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the under ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Windshield Wipers
Turn the wipers on by pressing the lever up or down.
With intermittent wiper
Variable-speed intermittent wipers
Set the lever to the intermittent position and choose the interval timing by
rotating the ring.
With auto-wiper control
Auto-wiper control
When the wiper lever is in the
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