1. Verify that the joint shaft is not twisted or cracked.
2. Turn the joint shaft by hand and verify that the bearing rotates smoothly and freely.

Drive shaft
Joint shaft removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Pcm inspection
Note
PIDs for the following parts are not available on this model. Go
to the appropriate part inspection page.
- CMP sensor (See CAMSHAFT POSITION (CMP) SENSOR INSPECTION.)
- Main relay (See RELAY INSPECTION.)
1. Connect the SST (WDS or equivalent) to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the igni ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Closing the Hood
1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and
all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on the support rod, and secure the support
rod in the clip. Verify that the support rod is secured in the c ...