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: Rear map light removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear Map Light Removal Note
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the gap between the
headliner and the rear map light.
2. Push the hooks to re ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Contact Authorized Mazda Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected
If any of the following warning lights or the indicator light turns on/flashes,
the system may have a malfunction. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have your
vehicle inspected.
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