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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 611 (FRONT SUSPENSION SYSTEM)FRONT LOWER ARM (REAR) REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Front Lower Arm (Rear) Removal/Installation: Notes
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the under cover.
- Remove the splash shield.
- Remove the steering gear and linkage installation bolts, 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: 74.4-104.8 N.m {7.857-10.68 kgf.m, 54.88-77.29 ft.lbf}
- Pipe component: 7.8-10.8 N.m {79.6-110.0 kgf.cm, 69.1-95.5 in.lbf}
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
- Inspect the front wheel alignment. (See FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT ).
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.