Mazda 6 2002, Workshop Manual

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FRONT SUSPENSION
3. Verify that clearance distance A—B is 12.75
mm—14.75 mm {0.5020 in—0.5807 in} .
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 LOWER ARM (FRONT) INSPECTION
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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.
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If not within the specification, replace the
lower arm component.
Rotation torque
1.18—2.23 N·m
{12.1—22.7 kgf·cm, 10.5—19.7 in·lbf}
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