Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 122 (REAR SUSPENSION SYSTEM)
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Section 122 (Rear Suspension System)
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Section 122 (Rear Suspension System)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda Tribute, 2003 Mazda Tribute, and 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Suspension System
- General Procedures
- Noise, Vibration And Harshness (NVH)
- Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH)
- Notes
- 1: Customer Interview
- 2: Pre-Drive Check
- 3: Preparing For The Road Test
- 4: Verify The Customer Concern
- 5: Road Test
- 6: Check MAZDA Tips/TSBS/Repair History
- 7: Diagnostic Procedure
- NVH Condition & Symptom Categories
- Pinpoint Tests
- Component Tests
- Tire Wear Patterns & Frequency Calculations
- Tire Speed & Frequency Chart
- Symptom Troubleshooting
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Air Leak & Wind Noise
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Brake Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Idle Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Engine Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Squeak & Rattle
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Steering Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Suspension Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Vehicle Ride
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Wheels & Tires
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Tire Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Transaxle (Automatic) Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Driveline System Noise/Vibration
- Symptom Troubleshooting Chart - Transaxle (Manual) & Power Take Off Unit Noise/Vibration
- Lean Correction
- Rear Suspension
- Wheels And Tires
- Special Service Tools
- Torque Specifications
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.