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: Inspection of dtcs for condition detection mode
Note
The cruise set indicator light will illuminate for 3 seconds,
when condition detection mode is on.
If the RESUME/ACCEL switch on the cruise control switch is
malfunctioning, the cruise set indicator light will not give a correct
indication when you inspect the system.
1. Drive ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear drain hose removal
1. Remove the headliner.
2. Remove the trunk side trim. (4SD)
3. Remove the trunk side upper trim and trunk side trim. (5HB)
4. Disconnect the rear drain hose from the sunroof frame.
5. Remove the rear drain hose from the clips.
6. Pull the rear drain hose into the room side.
7. Remove the rea ...