Mazda 6 2002 - Page 689

FRONT SUSPENSION
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4. Compress the coil spring using the SSTs.
5. Install the shock absorber so that the lower end of
the coil spring is seated on the step of the lower
spring seat.
6. Make sure that the marks on the shock absorber
and dust boot are aligned.
7. Install the mounting rubber and piston rod nut,
then remove the SSTs.
Piston rod nut tightening torque
39.252.9 N·m
{4.005.39 kgf·m, 29.039.0 ft·lbf}
Front Shock Absorber and Coil Spring Installation Note
1. Install the stud bolts at a 27°33° angle from
where the stabilizer control link is installed (center
line), towards the inner side of the vehicle.
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