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: Manifold absolute pressure (map) sensor inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
The following vacuum values are indicated by relative pressure
from the MAP sensor.
1. Connect the SSTs (WDS or equivalent) to the DLC-2.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (Engine OFF).
3. Select MAP PID on the SSTs (WDS or equi ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, do not try to sweep
the wiper arm by hand.
NOTE
When raising both windshield wiper arms, raise the driver's side wiper arm
first. W ...