1. Inspect the dust boot on the drive shaft for cracks, damage, leaking grease, and looseness in the boot band.

2. Inspect the drive shaft for bends, cracks, and wear in the joint or splines.
Joint shaft disassembly/assembly
Drive shaft removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch master cylinder disassembly/assembly
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Snap Ring Disassembly/Assembly Note
Hold the piston down using a cloth-wrapped pin punch.
If disassembling, remove the snap ring; if assembling, install it.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Clutch pedal adjustment
Clutch Pedal Height
Measure the distance from the upper surface of the pedal pad to the carpet.
If not as specified, adjust the pedal height by turning adjustment bolt
B and locknut A.
Pedal height(with carpet)
L.H.D.: 210-216 mm {8.27-8.50 in}
R.H.D.: 209-215 mm {8.23-8.46 in}
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