Mazda 6 2002, Workshop Manual

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FRONT SUSPENSION
2. Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the
SST .
Bolt (Front Upper Arm) Removal Note
1. Remove the nuts (3 locations) from the upper part of the front shock absorber.
2. Pull the front shock absorber and coil spring out
of the way, towards the outer side of the vehicle.
3. Remove the bolts.
Clip Installation Note
1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
3. Install the boot on the ball joint.
4. Install the new clip using the
SST .
5. Verify that the clip is installed securely to the
groove.
6. Wipe away the excess grease.
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FRONT UPPER ARM INSPECTION
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1. Remove the upper arm 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.
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If not within the specification, replace the
lower arm component.
Rotation torque
1.5 N·m {15.0 kgf·cm, 13.2 in·lbf} max.
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