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: General procedures
PRECAUTION (BRAKES)
Wheels and Tires Removal/Installation
1. The removal and installation procedures for the wheels and tires are not
mentioned in this section. When a
wheel is removed, tighten it to 88-118 N·m {9.0-12.0 kgf·m, 65.0-87.0 ft·lbf}.
Brake Lines Disconnection/Connection
Cautio ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear door trim removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable if equipped with power window
system.
2. Remove the regulator handle if equipped.
3. Open the cap using a small screwdriver, then remove the screw.
4. Remove the inner handle cover.
5. Remove the cover, then remove screw.
6. Disengage clips A from th ...