1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.


Joint Shaft Disassembly Note
Disassemble the joint shaft.

Bearing Disassembly Note
Remove the bearing using the SSTs
.

Dust Seal (Right) Assembly Note
1. Apply grease to the new dust seal lip.
2. Install the new right side dust seal using the SSTs
.

Bearing Assembly Note
Install the new bearing using the SSTs
.

Dust Seal (Left) Assembly Note
1. Apply grease to the new dust seal lip.
2. Install the new left side dust seal using a steel plate and the SSTs
.

Joint Shaft Assembly Note
Assemble the joint shaft using a press and the SST
.

Joint shaft removal/installation
Drive shaft pre-inspectionMazda 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: Precautions before welding
Vehicles have various electrical parts. To protect the parts from excessive
current generated when welding, be sure to perform the following procedure.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the battery cables.
3. Securely connect the welding machine to the ground nea ...