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Mazda 6 V6-3.7L (2009)10 · Steering and Suspension
10 · Steering & suspension

Ball Joint: Specifications

Make
Mazda
Model
6
Engine
V6-3.7L
Year
2009
Section
Suspension › Ball Joint › Specifications
Steering and SuspensionSpecifications
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Ball Joint: Specifications

FRONT UPPER ARM INSPECTION

Inspect the ball joint rotational torque. 

a. Rotate the ball joint five times.

b. Measure the rotational torque using a suitable allen socket and a torque wrench.

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If not within the specification, replace the lower arm component.

Front upper arm ball joint rotation torque

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1.5 Nm {15 kgf-cm, 13 in-lbf} max.

FRONT LOWER ARM INSPECTION

Install the torque wrench to the front lower arm ball joint.

Measure the starting torque. 

Front lower arm starting torque

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18 Nm {1.8 kgf-m, 13 ft-lbf} max.

Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times.

Measure the rotational torque. 

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If not within the specification, replace the lower arm.

Front lower arm rotational torque

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1.2-2.2 Nm {13-22 kgf-cm, 11-19 in-lbf} max.

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