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: Egr valve removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the EGR valve connector.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Water Hose Removal Note
Drain the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT REPLACEMENT.)
EGR Valve Removal Note
1. Re ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Battery Runs Out
Jump-Starting
Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully.
If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent
service technician do the work.
WARNING
Follow These Precautions
Carefully: To ensure safe and correct ha ...