Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 1592

Fig. 12: Identifying Front Lower Arm Components & Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
FRONT LOWER ARM INSPECTION
1. Remove the lower arm from the vehicle.
2. Inspect the arm for bending or damage, and the ball joint for excessive looseness
If there is any malfunction, replace the lower arm.
3. Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times. Install the SST and M6 x 1.0 bolt (bolt length (measured from below
the head): 20 mm {0.79 in}) to the ball joint stud, measure the rotational torque using a torque wrench.
If not within the specification, replace the lower arm.
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 SUSPENSION Front Suspension - Mazda CX-9