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: Turning the Engine Off
WARNINGDo not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving: Stopping the
engine while the vehicle is moving for any reason other than in an emergency is
dangerous. Stopping the engine while the vehicle is moving will result in reduced
braking ability due to the loss of power braking, which coul ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Locking, Unlocking with Request Switch, Door Handle (With the advanced keyless
function)
All doors can be locked/unlocked by pressing the request switch on the front
doors while the key is being carried.
Front doors
To lock
To lock the doors , press the request switch and the hazard warning lights will
flash once.
A beep sound will be heard once.
To unlock
Driver's door requ ...