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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Front CROSSMEMBER: Removal/Installation: Notes

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 6 and 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the under cover.
  2. Remove the splash shield.
  3. Remove the transverse member. See REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
  4. Remove the steering gear and linkage, and pipe component installation bolts from the front crossmember, then suspend the steering gear and linkage with a cable.

    Tightening Torque

    • Steering gear and linkage: 54.88-77.29 ft. lbs. (74.4-104.8 N.m).
    • Pipe component: 69.1-95.5 inch lbs. (7.8-10.8 N.m).
  5. Remove in the order indicated in the illustration.
    Fig 1: Removing Front Crossmember
    G00375861Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  7. Inspect the front wheel alignment. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS .
RENDER: 1.0x

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