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 bumper removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the rear combination light.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear Bumper Removal Note
Pull the rear bumper ends (wheel arch) outward to disengage with the bumper
slider.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Schedule 2
Chart symbols:
I
: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R
: Replace
L
: Lubricate
C
: Clean
T
: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL ...