MAZDA 6 2002 Workshop Manual Suplement

WHEEL ALIGNMENT
R–9
R
Total Toe-in Adjustment
1. Center the steering wheel and confirm that the vehicle wheels/tires are pointing straight.
2. Loosen the left and right tie-rod end locknuts and turn the tie-rods equally. Both tie rods are right threaded, so
turning the right tie-rod toward the front of the vehicle and the left toward the rear increases toe-in.
Note
•Turning both tie-rods one complete turn changes toe-in by about 6 mm {0.24 in} (0°36').
3. Tighten the tie-rod end locknuts to the specified torque.
Tightening torque
68.6—98.0 N·m {7.00—9.99 kgf·m, 50.6—72.2 ft·lbf}
4. Verify that the boot is not twisted, and install the boot clamp.
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REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WGN)A6E741201016201Specification (Unloaded)*1
2WD
*
1: Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
*2: Difference between left and right must not exceed 1°30'.*3: Distance between wheel center and fender brim is 407 mm {16.02 in} (reference value).
4WD
*
1: Engine coolant and engine oil are at specified level. Spare tire, jack and tools are in designated position.
*2: Difference between left and right must not exceed 1°30'.
Note
•Adjust the toe-in after adjusting the camber.
Camber Adjustment
1. Loosen the cam nut on the lower arm.
2. Turn the adjusting cam bolt to provide the correct
camber angles as indicated.
3. Tighten the cam nut.
Tightening torque
86.2—116.6 N·m {8.80—11.88 kgf·m, 63.58—
85.99 ft·lbf}
ItemFuel gauge indication
Empty 1/4 1/2 3/4 Full
Total toe-in(mm {in}) Tire: 2±4 {0.08±0.16}, Rim inner: 1±3 {0.04±0.12}
(degree) 0°11′±0°22′
Camber angle
*2 normal–0°59′±1°–1°00′±1°–1°02′±1°–1°04′±1°–1°06′±1°
elevated
*3–0°52′±1°–0°53′±1°–0°55′±1°–0°56′±1°–0°58′±1°
Thrust angle 0°±0°48′
ItemFuel gauge indication
Empty 1/4 1/2 3/4 Full
Total toe-in(mm {in}) Tire: 2±4 {0.08±0.16}, Rim inner: 1±3 {0.04±0.12}
(degree) 0°11′±0°22′
Camber angle*
2 –0°55′±1°–0°57′±1°–0°59′±1°–1°01′±1°–1°03′±1°
Thrust angle (degree) 0°±0°48′
Left wheel Right wheel
Positive direction ClockwiseCounter-
clockwise
Negative directionCounter-
clockwiseClockwise
LEFT SIDE
(VIEW FROM
FRONT OF THE
VEHICLE)
ADJUSTING
CAM BOLT
A6E7412W003

R–10
WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Total Toe-in Adjustment
1. Loosen the locknut of the lateral link.
2. Adjust the toe-in turning the adjusting link.
Specification
Total Toe-in: 2±4 mm {0.08±0.16 in}
Note
•Toe change amount: 0°43′ / one rotation
3. Tighten the locknut.
Tightening torque
68.6—98.1 N·m {7.0—10.0 kgf·m, 50.6—72.3
ft·lbf}
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A6E7412W004
A6E7412W005
A6E7412W004

REAR SUSPENSION
R–11
R
SUSPENSION CONTROL SYSTEM ON-VEHICLE INSPECTION (WGN)A6E7416010132021. Pull up the dust boot and visually inspect the piston rod for oil leakage.
2. Remove all cargo and drive the vehicle, with only the driver aboard, for 1 km {0.62 miles} or more. After
driving, verify that the rear vehicle height (distance measured from the fender brim to the center of the wheel) is
360 mm {14.2 in} or more
*. If not as specified, replace the rear shock absorbers.
3. Place a load equivalent to five people riding in
order to make the rear vehicle height to be 330
mm {13.0 in} or less.
4. Immediately after driving the vehicle for 5 km {3.0
miles} or more, under the same load conditions,
verify that the rear vehicle height is 335 mm {13.2
in} or more. If not as specified replace the rear
shock absorbers.
*: Indicates rear vehicle height with fuel tank full.
Height will vary 6—8 mm {0.24—0.31 in} between a
full and empty fuel tank.
End Of SieREAR SHOCK ABSORBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (WGN)A6E741628700201
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.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
REAR SUSPENSION
SECTION
A—AMEASURING POINT
A
A
A6E7412W001
1 Rear shock absorber and bracket
2Bracket
(See R–12 Bracket Installation Note)
3 Rear shock absorber
1
3
37.2—51.9
{3.80—5.29,
27.5—38.2}
286.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
A6E74162006

R–12
REAR SUSPENSION
Bracket Installation Note
1. Install the bracket as shown in the figure.
End Of SieREAR SHOCK ABSORBER DISPOSAL (WGN)A6E7416287002021. Lay the shock absorber on a level, horizontal surface.
2. Using a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.12 in} drill bit, drill a
hole in the high-pressure side (area indicated by
A), and allow the gas to escape.
Warning
•The oil in the shock absorber is
pressurized and could spray out. Be sure
to drill slowly and carefully.
3. Using a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.12 in} drill bit, drill a
hole in the low-pressure side (area indicated by
B).
4. Place the shock absorber with the hole drilled in
Step 3 turned downwards. Move the piston rod up
and down several times to drain out the oil.
5. Cut the tube at the end of the shock absorber,
and completely drain the oil out.
6. Properly dispose of the waste oil according to
waste disposal laws.
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106.5—112.5°
A6J74162006
A
A6J74161003
B
A6J74161006

REAR SUSPENSION
R–13
R
REAR STABILIZER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (4WD)A6E7416281002011. Remove the rear auto leveling sensor.
(See T–20 REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. Adjust the headlight zeroset.
.
Bolt (Differential Front Side) Removal Note
1. Disconnect differential oil temperature sensor connector and 4WD solenoid connector.
2. Support the differential with a jack as shown in
the figure.
3. Remove the bolt.
5
4
3
1
AA
2
6
GREASEGREASE
43.1—60.8
{4.40—6.19,
31.8—44.8}
74.5—104.9
{7.60—10.69, 54.95—77.37}
43.1—60.8
{4.40—6.19,
31.8—44.8}
RUBBER
GREASE
43.1—60.8
{4.40—6.19,
31.8—44.8}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf} 75.5—94.5
{7.70—9.63, 55.7—69.6}
A6E74162007
1 Stabilizer control link
2 Coil spring component (One side only)
3 Stabilizer bracket
4 Bushing5 Bolt (Differential front side)
(See R–13 Bolt (Differential Front Side) Removal
Note)
(See R–14 Bolt (Differential Front Side) Installation
Note)
6 Rear stabilizer
JACK
A6E74162011

R–14
REAR SUSPENSION
Bolt (Differential Front Side) Installation Note
1. Support the differential with a jack, and then
install the bolt.
2. Connect differential oil temperature sensor
connector and 4WD solenoid connector.
End Of SieTRAILING LINK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (4WD)A6E741628200201
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.
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
3. Inspect the rear wheel alignment.
(See R–9 REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WGN).)
JACK
A6E74162011

REAR SUSPENSION
R–15
R
.
1
2
93.2—131.4
{9.51—13.39, 68.75—96.91}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
7
5
C
C
A
A
B
B
D
D
E
E
4
6
3
18.6—25.5
{1.90—2.60,
13.8—18.8}
18.6—25.5
{1.90—2.60,
13.8—18.8}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
A6E74162008
1 ABS wheel-speed sensor
2 Parking brake cable
3 Bolt (shock absorber lower side)
4 Bolt (trailing link front side)
(See R–16 Bolt (Trailing Link Front Side) Removal
Note)
(See R–16 Bolt (Trailing Link Front Side) Installation
Note)5 Bolt (Lateral link outer side)
(See R–16 Bolt (Lateral Link Outer Side) Removal
Note)
(See R–16 Bolt (Lateral Link Outer Side) Installation
Note)
6 Toe link bracket
7 Trailing link

R–16
REAR SUSPENSION
Bolt (Trailing Link Front Side) Removal Note
1. Support the trailing link with a jack.
Caution
•Removing the trailing link is dangerous.
The trailing link could fall and cause
serious injury or death. Verify that the
jack securely supports the trailing link.
2. Remove the bolts (trailing link front side).
Bolt (Lateral Link Outer Side) Removal Note
1. Loosen the bolt (lateral link inner side).
2. Remove the bolt (lateral link outer side).
Bolt (Lateral Link Outer Side) Installation Note
1. Tighten the bolt (lateral link outer side).
2. Tighten the bolt (lateral link inner side).
Tightening torque
86.2—116.6 N·m {8.80—11.88 kgf·m, 63.58—85.99 ft·lbf}
Bolt (Trailing Link Front Side) Installation Note
1. Support the trailing link with a jack.
2. Tighten the bolts (trailing link front side).
End Of SieREAR CROSSMEMBER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION (4WD)A6E741628400201
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.
1. Remove the rear auto leveling sensor and harness.
(See T–20 REAR AUTO LEVELING SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the middle pipe.
(See F1–30 EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. Adjust the headlight zeroset.
6. Inspect the rear wheel alignment.
(See R–9 REAR WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WGN).)
JACK
A6E74162010
JACK
A6E74162010

REAR SUSPENSION
R–17
R
.
I
M
L
43.1—60.8 {4.40—6.19, 31.8—44.8}
43.1—60.8
{4.40—6.19,
31.8—44.8}
A
B
C
D
E
BC
M
L
N
N
D
O
O
E
I
A
H
H
J
J
K
K
F
F
G
G
9
7
6
5
2
4
3
1
SST
R
9
SST
R
93.1—131.3
{9.50—13.38,
68.67—96.84}
75.5—94.5
{7.70—9.63,
55.7—69.6} 86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
8
GREASEGREASE
43.1—60.8
{4.40—6.19, 31.8—44.8}
RUBBER
GREASE
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88, 63.58—85.99}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99} 86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
86.2—116.6
{8.80—11.88,
63.58—85.99}
93.1—131.3
{9.50—13.38,
68.67—96.84}
N·m {kgf·m, ft·lbf}
A6E74162009
1 Trailing link, knuckle component
(See M–22 WHEEL HUB, KNUCKLE REMOVAL/
INSTALLATION)
2 Rear lower arm
3 Crossmember component, differential and drive
shaft
(See R–18 Crossmember component, Differential
And Drive Shaft Removal Note)
4 Differential and drive shaft5 Rear lateral link
6 Rear upper arm
7 Rear stabilizer
8 Rear crossmember
9 Rear crossmember bushing
(See R–18 Rear Crossmember Bushing Removal
Note)
(See R–18 Rear Crossmember Bushing Installation
Note)

R–18
REAR SUSPENSION
Crossmember component, Differential And Drive Shaft Removal Note
1. Support the differential with a jack, and remove
the nut.
Warning
•Removing the crossmember component,
differential and drive shaft is dangerous.
The crossmember component,
differential and drive shaft could fall and
cause serious injury or death. Verify that
the jack securely supports the differential
lower side.
2. Remove the crossmember component,
differential and drive shaft.
Rear Crossmember Bushing Removal Note
1. Remove the bushing using a screw driver (-),
being careful not to damage the rear
crossmember.
Rear Crossmember Bushing Installation Note
1. Set the bushings as shown in the figure.
JACK
A6E74162012
A6E7416W001
A
B
D
C
A
B
C,D
FRONT
UPPER SIDELOWER SIDE
OVAL
HOLECROSS-
SECTIONAL
VIEW
A6E74162014