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 operation mode
Note
The cruise set indicator light will illuminate for 3 seconds? when
operation mode is on.
If the cruise set indicator light does not illuminate for 3
seconds (Operation mode is not on)? the following may be the cause of the
malfunction:
- Cruise actuator ignition power suppl ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be coated ...