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: Operating Tips for Audio System
WARNING
Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped: Do not adjust
the audio control switches while driving the vehicle. Adjusting the audio while
driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle
operation which could lead to a serious accident. E ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment
How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel.
Use these suggestions to help save fuel and reduce CO2.
Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving.
Avoid fast starts.
Drive at lower speeds.
Anticipate when to apply the brakes (avoid ...