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: Wheel alignment pre-inspection
1. Inspect the tire inflation, and adjust to the recommended pressure as
necessary.
2. Inspect the front wheel bearing play and correct it if necessary. (See
Wheel Bearing Play Inspection.)
3. Inspect the wheel and tire runouts. (See SUSPENSION.)
4. Inspect the ball joints and steering linkag ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Supplier identification procedure
Note
When asking the supplier (service center) for repair or
replacement, verify which supplier the module belongs to and enter in the
Audio Repair Order Form.
Identification With Printed Numbers/Label
1. Remove the audio unit.
2. Verify the supplier name written on the label attached ...