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Replacing Front Suspension on Mazda 6

Model: Mazda 6 GG, MK 1 - Years 2002-2008
Part: Shocks

Replace the damaged shock absorber at the front of a Mazda 6. Lift the car on a column lift and remove the wheel. Spray the shock absorber with penetrating oil and undo the screws of the plastic inner wheel arch. Now, unscrew the securing bolts of the oil pipes and the vertical arm pin. If the pin does not come out, tap it with a hammer. Lower the lift and unscrew the bolts on the side in the engine bay, then pull the shock absorber out of its housing and compare it with the new one. Insert the shock absorber into its housing, first tighten all the upper bolts in the engine bay, then secure the lower part. Screw the vertical arm to the wheel hub and the shock absorber. Tighten all bolts securely with your spanner. Refit the previously removed inner wheel arch. Refit the wheel with the respective bolts.

Updated on 16 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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