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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 504 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)FRONT CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Front CROSSMEMBER Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
- Performing the following procedures without first removing the ABS wheel-speed sensor may possibly cause an open circuit in the harness if it is pulled by mistake. Before performing the following procedures, remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor (axle side) and fix it to an appropriate place where the sensor will not be pulled by mistake while servicing the vehicle.
- Remove the air cleaner, MAF sensor, air hose No.2, air hose No.1, air pipe No.1, air bypass valve. (BP with TC) (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (BP WITH TC) .)
- Install the SST to the position shown in Fig 1 using the suitable washer and air pipe No.1 installation bolt. (BP with TC)
- Support the engine with a hoist or baby crane.
- Remove the steering gear and linkage. (See STEERING GEAR AND LINKAGE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the steering knuckles. (See WHEEL HUB, STEERING KNUCKLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the front stabilizer. (See FRONT STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the front lower arms. (See FRONT LOWER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the front upper arms. (See FRONT UPPER ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the front wheel alignment.
- If not as specified, adjust the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT .)
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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.