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: Hold switch inspection
Operating Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (engine OFF).
2. Verify that the HOLD indicator light is not illuminated. Depress the HOLD
switch and verify that the HOLD indicator light illuminates.
If not as specified, inspect the terminal voltage of the HOLD switch.
Voltage Insp ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear drain hose installation
Caution
If the rear drain hose is pinched or bent anywhere, the water in the hose may
not discharge and enter the inside of the vehicle. During and after installation
of the trims and the headliner, always make sure there is no interference with
the rear drain hose. Fix any problem if foun ...