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: Bonnet removal/installation
Warning
Removing the bonnet without supporting can be dangerous. The
bonnet may fall and injure you. Always perform the following procedure with
at least another person.
1. Disconnect the windshield washer hose.
2. To remove the bonnet hinge, remove the front fender panel.
3. To remov ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Master cylinder disassembly/assembly
Caution
If the master cylinder body is damaged, replace the unit as a
component. When securing the master cylinder in a vise, tighten only the
flange of the master cylinder.
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
2. Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
Stop ...