LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Mazda >> 2018 >> 6 Signature >> Repair and Diagnosis >> General Information >> Specifications Index >> Common Specs & Procedures >> Common Specs & Procedures Index
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Common Specs & Procedures Index

MAZDA 6 COMMON SPECS & PROCEDURES

System Specification/Procedure
Air Conditioning
Service HVAC TECHNICAL DATA
Torque See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in BASIC SYSTEM - HVAC
Axle Nut/Hub Nut Step 1: Tighten to 74-110 Ft. Lbs. (100-150 N.m)
Step 2: Loosen 180 Degrees
Step 3: Tighten to 174-202 Ft. Lbs. (235-274 N.m)
Battery BATTERY INSPECTION
Brakes
Bleeding Sequence RR, LR, RF, LF
BRAKE FLUID AIR BLEEDING
Disc Brakes
Service Specifications BRAKES TECHNICAL DATA
Torque
Front See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in CONVENTIONAL BRAKE SYSTEM
Rear See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in CONVENTIONAL BRAKE SYSTEM
Charging
Generator CHARGING SYSTEM
Torque See Torque Specifications in CHARGING SYSTEM
Drive Belts
Adjustment DRIVE BELT INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] , DRIVE BELT INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] or DRIVE BELT INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Drive Belt Routing NA
Engine Cooling
General Service Specifications ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] , ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] or ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Radiator Cap Pressure 13.6-17.7 psi
Thermostat R & I
2.5L (With CD)  COOLANT CONTROL VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Without CD)  COOLANT CONTROL VALVE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Turbo)  THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Water Pump R & I
2.5L (With CD)  WATER PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Without CD)  WATER PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Turbo)  WATER PUMP REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Engine Mechanical
2.5L (With CD) 
Compression Standard: 1098 kPa {11.20 kgf/cm2 , 159 psi}[250 rpm]
Minimum: 878 kPa {8.95 kgf/cm2 , 127 psi}[250 rpm]
Maximum difference between cylinders: 149 kPa {1.52 kgf/cm2 , 21.6 psi}[250 rpm]
See COMPRESSION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
Oil Pressure Lo: 19.6-23.9 psi (135-165 kPa, 1.38-1.68 kg/cm2 ) at 1, 500 RPM
Hi: 32.7-39.8 psi (225-275 kPa, 2.30-2.80 kg/cm2 ) at 4, 500 RPM
Overhaul ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
Torque See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in ENGINE MECHANICAL [SKYACTIVE-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Without CD) 
Compression Standard: 1098 kPa {11.20 kgf/cm2 , 159 psi}[250 rpm]
Minimum: 878 kPa {8.95 kgf/cm2 , 127 psi}[250 rpm]
Maximum difference between cylinders: 149 kPa {1.52 kgf/cm2 , 21.6 psi}[250 rpm]
See COMPRESSION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
Oil Pressure Lo: 19.6-23.9 psi (135-165 kPa, 1.38-1.68 kg/cm2 ) at 1, 500 RPM
Hi: 32.7-39.8 psi (225-275 kPa, 2.30-2.80 kg/cm2 ) at 4, 500 RPM
Overhaul ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
Torque See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in ENGINE MECHANICAL [SKYACTIVE-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Turbo) 
Compression Standard: 899 kPa {9.17 kgf/cm2 , 130 psi}[250 rpm]
Minimum: 719 kPa {7.33 kgf/cm2 , 104 psi}[250 rpm]
Maximum difference between cylinders: 153 kPa {1.56 kgf/cm2 , 22.2 psi}[250 rpm]
See COMPRESSION INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Oil Pressure Lo: 19.6-23.9 psi (135-165 kPa, 1.38-1.68 kg/cm2 ) at 1, 500 RPM
Hi: 32.7-39.8 psi (225-275 kPa, 2.30-2.80 kg/cm2 ) at 4, 500 RPM
Overhaul ENGINE TECHNICAL DATA [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Torque See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in ENGINE MECHANICAL [SKYACTIVE-G 2.5T]
Fluid Specifications See FLUIDS under MAINTENANCE/FLUIDS tab. From within Manager or Service Writer, click the "30/60/90 Interval" or "Maint." button.
Flywheel/Flex Plate/Drive Plate Torque A/T 80-85 Ft. Lbs. (108-116 N.m)
M/T Step 1: 34-39 (46-54 N.m)
M/T Step 2: 57-61 (76-84 N.m)
M/T Step 3: 113-118 (152-160 N.m)
Fuel System
Pressure Specification 2.5L (Non-turbo)  58.8-70.3 psi (405-485 kPa, 4.13-4.94 kg/cm2
2.5L (Turbo)  79.1-100.0 psi (545-695 kPa, 5.56-7.08 kg/cm2
Fuel Pressure Test Procedure For 2.5L (With CD)  , See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
For 2.5L (Without CD)  , See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
For 2.5L (Turbo)  , See FUEL LINE PRESSURE INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Fuel Filter Location And R & I Fuel filter is an integral attachment of Fuel Pump Unit assembly. See FUEL FILTER (HIGH-PRESSURE) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] , FUEL FILTER (HIGH-PRESSURE) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] or FUEL FILTER (HIGH-PRESSURE) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T] .
Ignition
Firing Order & Cylinder Identification FIRING ORDER & CYLINDER IDENTIFICATION
Ignition Wires (Resistance) 2.5L engine is equipped with coil-on-plug ignition.
Ignition Wires (Routing) 2.5L engine is equipped with coil-on-plug ignition.
Spark Plug
2.5L (Non-turbo)  (PE5R-18-110, PE5S-18-110)
2.5L (Turbo)  (PY8V-18-110)
Gap 2.5L (Non-turbo)  Standard: 1.05-1.40 mm {0.0414-0.0551 in}
New spark plug (reference): 1.05-1.15 mm {0.0414-0.0452 in}
2.5L (Turbo)  Standard: 0.70-0.85 mm {0.028-0.033 in}
New Spark Plug (Reference): 0.70-0.80 mm {0.028-0.031 in}
Torque 12-14 ft. lb. (15-20 N.m)
Starting
Starter 2.5L (With CD)  - See STARTER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Without CD)  - See STARTER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)]
2.5L (Turbo)  - See STARTER INSPECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T]
Torque 2.5L (With CD)  - See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITH CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] .
2.5L (Without CD)  - See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5 (WITHOUT CYLINDER DEACTIVATION)] .
2.5L (Turbo)  - See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5T] .
Wheel Alignment
Adjustment Specifications WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Torque See Torque Specifications in Text and applicable graphics in WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Wheel & Tire
Wheel Lug Nut Torque 80-108 Ft. Lbs. (108-147 N.m)