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: Foreword
Outline
The OBD (on-board diagnostic) test inspects the integrity and function
of the air bag system and outputs the results when requested by the specific
tests.
OBD test also:
- Provides a quick inspection of the air bag system.
- Is usually performed at the start of each diagn ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Filament repair
1. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean around the damaged section of the filament.
2. Attach tape above and below the damaged section of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, repair the filament with silver paint
or equivalent.
4. After 2-3 minutes, carefully remove the tape without ...