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: Magnetic clutch adjustment
1. Measure the clearance around the entire circumference between the pressure
plate and A/C compressor pulley using a thickness gauge.
2. Verify that the clearance is within the specification.
If not within the specification, remove the pressure plate and adjust
the clearance by changing ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Seat warmer switch inspection
1. Remove the seat warmer switch.
2. Inspect for continuity between the seat warmer switch terminals using an
ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the seat warmer switch.
Drivers side
Passengers side
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