2002 MAZDA 6 suspension

CONTENTSMazda6
Workshop
Manual
Supplement
FOREWORD
This manual contains on-vehicle service
and diagnosis for the Mazda6.
For proper repair and maintenance,
a thorough familiarization with this manual
is important, and it should always be kept
in a handy place for quick and easy
reference.
All the contents of this manual, including
drawings and specifications, are the latest
available at the time of printing.
As modifications affecting repair or
maintenance occur, relevant information
supplementary to this volume will be made
available at Mazda dealers. This manual
should be kept up-to-date.
Mazda Motor Corporation reserves
the right to alter the specifications and
contents of this manual without obligation
or advance notice.
All rights reserved. No part of this book
may be reproduced or used in any form or
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Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
APPLICATION:
This manual is applicable to vehicles
beginning with the Vehicle Identification
Numbers (VIN), and related materials shown
on the following page.There are explanation given only for the sections
marked with shadow ( ).
© 2002 Mazda Motor Corporation
PRINTED IN THE NETHERLANDS, JULY 2002
1749–1E–02G
Title Section
General Information
GI
EngineL8, LF, L3
B1
MZR–CD (RF Turbo)B2
Lubrication System
D
Cooling System
E
Fuel and Emission Control
SystemsL8, LF, L3
F1
MZR–CD (RF Turbo)F2
Engine Electrical System
G
Clutch
H
Manual TransaxleG35M
–RJ1
A65M
–RJ2
Automatic TransaxleFN4A
–ELK1
JA5AX
–ELK2
Propeller Shaft
L
Front and Rear Axles
M
Steering System
N
Braking System
P
Suspension
R
Body
S
Body Electrical System
T
Heater and Air Conditioner Systems
U
Technical Data
TD
Special Tools
ST

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
GI–9
GI
Engine coolantReplace at first 4 years or 100,000 km (62,500 miles);
after that, every 2 years
Fuel lines & hoses I I I I
Battery electrolyte level & specific gravity I I I I I I I I I
Brake fluid *3 R R R R
Brake lines, hoses & connections I I I I I I I I I
Parking brake I I I I I I I I I
Power brake unit & hoses I I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes IIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses, and connections I I I I I I I I I
Steering operation & linkages I I I I
Manual transaxle oil R
Automatic transaxle fluid level I I I
Rear differential oil (for 4WD)
*7*8
Transfer oil (for 4WD)
*8
Front & rear suspension & ball joints I I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Exhaust system & heat shields I I I I
Cabin air filter (if installed) (aldehyde filter) R R R R R R R R R
Cabin air filter (if installed)(pollen filter) R R R R
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion & perforation)Inspect annually
Bolts & nuts on seats I I I IMaintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108
×1000 km 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
×1000 miles 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100 112.5

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
GI–11
GI
For GCC
Chart symbols:
I : Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
T:Tighten
C : Clean
Remarks:
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Steering operation & linkages IIIII I
Manual transaxle oil R R
Automatic transaxle fluid level IIIII I
Front & rear suspension & ball joints IIIII
Driveshaft dust boots IIIII
Exhaust system & heat shields IIIII I
Bolts & nuts on seats IIIII I
Body condition (for rust, corrosion & perforation) Inspect annually
Cabin air filter (if installed) R R R R R R R R R R R RMaintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144
×1000 km 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150 165 180
×1000 miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90 99 108
•To ensure efficient operation of the engine and all systems related to emission control, the ignition and fuel systems must
be serviced regularly. It is strongly recommended that all servicing related to these systems be done by an authorized
Mazda Dealer.
•After the described period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
•Refer below for a description of items marked* in the maintenance chart.
*1: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the engine oil and oil filter more often than
recommended intervals.
a. Driving in dusty conditions.
b. Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
c. Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only.
*2: Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
*3: If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle is
operated in extremely humid climates, change the brake fluid annually.
*4: If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air cleaner element more
often than the recommended intervals.
*5: This is a full function check of electrical systems such as lights, wiper and washer systems (including wiper blades),
and power windows.
*6: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the rear differential oil
every 45,000 km (27,000 miles).
a. Towing a trailer or using a car - top carrier
b. Driving in dusty, sandy or wet condition
c. Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d. Repeated short trips of less than 16 km (10 miles)
*7: If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be changed.
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)
Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
×1000 km
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100
ENGINE
Engine valve clearance (leaded fuel) I I I I
Drive belts *2IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Engine oil *1RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter *1RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system IIIIIIII
Engine coolant Replace every 2 years

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
GI–11–1
GI–11GE NERAL INFORMATION
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SCHEDU LED MAINTENANCE
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)
Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
×1000 km10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100
FUEL SYSTEM
Air cleaner element *4CCRCCRCC
Fuel filter R R R R
Fuel lines & hoses IIIIIIII
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Unleaded fuel Replace every 100,000 km (62,500 miles)
Leaded fuel IIIIIIII
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Idle mixture (leaded fuel) IIIIIIII
E.G.R. system (if installed) IIIIIIII
Evaporative system (if installed) IIIIIIII
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery electrolyte level & specific gravity IIIIIIII
All electrical system *5IIIIIIII
CHASSIS & BODY
Brake lines, hoses & connections IIIIIIII
Brake fluid *3 I I I R I I I R I I I R I I I R
Brake and clutch pedals IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Parking brake IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit & hosesIIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses, and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Steering operation & linkages IIIIIIII
Manual transaxle oilR
Automatic transaxle fluid level IIII III
Automatic transaxle fluid R R R
Rear differential oil (for 4WD)
*6*7
Transfer oil (for 4WD)
*7
Front & rear suspension & ball joints I I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Bolts & nuts on chassis and body TTTTTTTT
Exhaust system heat shields I I I I
Cabin air filter (if installed) RRRRRRRR
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion & perforation)Inspect annually

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
GI–13
GI
For Israel
Applied VIN (assumed):
JMZ GG1235✻
✻✻ ✻
# 202316-, JMZ GG1435✻
✻✻ ✻
# 202316-, JMZ GY19F2✻
✻✻ ✻
# 146118-, JMZ GY19F5✻
✻✻ ✻
# 146118-
Chart symbols:
I : Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
C : Clean
Remarks:
Engine oil *1 R R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter *1RRRRRRRRR
Drive belts *2 I I I
Cooling system (including coolant level adjustment) I I I I
Engine coolantReplace at first 4 years or 100,000 km (62,500 miles);
after that, every 2 years
Fuel lines and hoses I I I I
Battery electrolyte level and specific gravity IIIIIIIII
Brake fluid *3 R R R R
Brake lines, hoses and connections IIIIIIIII
Parking brake IIIIIIIII
Power brake unit and hoses IIIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses, and connections IIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages I I I I
Manual transaxle oil R
Automatic transaxle fluid level I I I
Rear differential oil (for 4WD)
*7*8
Transfer oil (for 4WD)
*8
Front and rear suspension and ball joints I I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Exhaust system and heat shields I I
Cabin air filter (if installed) (pollen filter) R R R R
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion and perforation)Inspect annually
Tires (including spare tyre)
(with inflation pressure adjustment)IIIIIIIII Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108
×1000 km 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
×1000 miles 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100 112.5
•The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control system and to efficient engine operation. All
inspections and adjustments must be made by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
•After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
•Refer below for a description of items marked* in the maintenance chart.
*1: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the engine oil and oil filter every 10,000 km
(6,250 miles) or shorter.
a. Driving in dusty conditions.
b. Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
c. Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only.
*2: Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
*3: If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle is
operated in extremely humid climates, change the brake fluid annually.
*4: If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air cleaner element more
often than the recommended intervals.
*5: This is a full function check of electrical systems such as lights, wiper and washer systems (including wiper blades),
and power windows.

GI–16
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
Evaporative system (if installed) IIIIIIII
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery electrolyte level and specific gravity IIIIIIII
All electrical system *5IIIIIIII
CHASSIS AND BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections IIIIIIII
Brake fluid *3IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Parking brake IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit and hoses IIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses, and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I I
Steering operation and linkages IIIIIIII
Manual transaxle oilR
Automatic transaxle fluid level IIIIIIII
Rear differential oil (for 4WD)
*6*7
Transfer oil (for 4WD)
*7
Front and rear suspension and ball joints I I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTTTTTTT
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 80,000 km (50,000 miles)
Cabin air filter (if installed) RRRRRRRR
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion and perforation)Inspect annually
Tyres (including spare tyre)
(with inflation pressure adjustment)IIIIIIII Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)
Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
×1000 km
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100

SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
GI–17
GI
Scheduled Maintenance Service (Specific Work Required)
•The specific work required for each maintenance item is listed in the following table. (Please refer to the section
applicable to the model serviced.)
For Europe (L.H.D. U.K.)
Bold frames: New item
Maintenance Item Specific Work Required
ENGINE
Engine valve clearance Measure clearance
Drive beltsInspect for wear, cracks and fraying, and check tension.
Replace drive belt.
Engine timing belt Replace engine timing belt.
Engine oil Replace engine oil and inspect for leakage.
Oil filter Replace oil filter and inspect for leakage.
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system
(including coolant level adjustment)Check coolant level and quality, and inspect for leakage.
Engine coolant Replace coolant.
FUEL SYSTEM
Air cleaner elementInspect for dirt, oil and damage.
Clean air cleaner element (by blowing air).
Replace air cleaner element.
Fuel filter Replace fuel filter.
Fuel lines and hoses Inspect for cracks, leakage and loose connection.
Fuel injection system (for MZR-CD (RF Turbo)) Update to injection amount correction with WDS. (see W/M)
IGNITION SYSTEM (FOR GASOLINE)
Spark plugsInspect for wear, damage, carbon, high-tension lead condition and measure
plug gap.
Replace spark plugs.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Evaporative system (for gasoline)Check system operation (see W/M), vapor lines, vacuum fitting hoses and
connection.
E.G.R. system (MZR-CR (RF Turbo))Check system operation (see W/M), vacuum fitting hoses and connection.
Update to MAF correction for E.G.R control with WDS. (see W/M)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery electrolyte level and specific gravity Check level and specific gravity.
CHASSIS AND BODY
Brake fluidCheck fluid level and inspect for leakage.
Replace brake fluid.
Brake lines, hoses and connectionsInspect for cracks, damage, chafing, corrosion, scars, swelling and fluid
leakage.
Parking brake Check lever stroke.
Power brake unit and hosesCheck vacuum lines, connections and check valve for improper attachment,
air tightness, cracks chafing and deterioration.
Disc brakesTest for judder and noise. Inspect caliper for correct operation and fluid
leakage, brake pads for wear. Check disc plate condition and thickness.
Power steering fluid and linesCheck fluid level and lines for improper attachment, leakage, cracks,
damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
Power steering fluid Check fluid level.
Power steering system and hosesCheck lines for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose
connections, chafing and deterioration.
Steering operation and gear housingCheck that the steering wheel has the specified play. Be sure to check for
changes, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and grease/gear oil
leakage.
Steering linkages tie rod ends and armsCheck ball joint, dust cover and other components for looseness, wear,
damage and grease leakage.
Front and rear suspension and ball joints Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
Manual transmission/transaxle oilCheck oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace manual transmission/transaxle oil.
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level Check fluid level.

TROUBLESHOOTING
F1–61
F1
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X: Applicable
Possible factor
Troubleshooting itemIAT sensor and related circuit malfunction
Barometric pressure sensor malfunction
Neutral or clutch switch and related circuit
malfunction (MTX)
MAF sensor and related circuit malfunction
Knock sensor and related circuit malfunction
TP sensor and related circuit malfunction
TP sensor misadjustment (including looseness)
P/S pressure switch and related circuit
malfunction
Improper refrigerant charging amount
A/C relay (A/C control signal circuit malfunction
A/C compressor magnetic clutch malfunction
Condenser fan system malfunction
Improper load signal input
Clutch slippage
ATX related parts malfunction
VSS and related circuit malfunction
Improper ATF level
Brake dragging
Loose parts
Improper balance of wheels and tires
Drive line malfunction
Suspension malfunction
PATS operating (if equipped)
1 Melting of main or other fuses2 MIL illuminates x x x x x x x x3 Will not crankx4 Hard to start/long crank/erratic
start/erratic crankx
5 Engine stalls. After start/at idle x x x x6 Cranks normally but will not startx7 Slow return to idle8 Engine runs rough/rolling idle x x x x x x9 Fast idle/runs onx10 Low idle/stalls during deceleration x x x x x xEngine stalls/quits.Acceleration/cruisex x xx xx xxxEngine runs rough. Acceleration/cruisex x xx xx xxxMissesAcceleration/cruisex xx xx xxxBuck/jerk Acceleration/cruise
/decelerationx xx xx xxx
Hesitation/stumble Acceleration x x x x x x x x x
11
Surges Acceleration/cruise x x x x x x x x
12 Lack/loss of power Acceleration/cruise x x x x x x x x13 Knocking/pingingAcceleration/cruise x x x14 Poor fuel economy x x x x x15 Emission compliance x16 High oil consumption/leakage17 Cooling system
concernsOverheating x x x
18 Cooling system
concernsRuns cold x
19 Exhaust smoke20 Fuel odor (in engine compartment)21 Engine noisex22 Vibration concerns (engine)xxxx23 A/C does not work sufficiently. x x x24 A/C is always on or A/C compressorruns continuously.xx25 A/C is not cut off under WOT conditions x x26 Exhaust sulfur smell27 Constant voltage x x x x x x28 Spark plug condition x x29 ATX concernsUpshift/downshift/e
ngagementSee Section K, TROUBLESHOOTING
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