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: 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: Headlight cleaner nozzle removal/installation
1. Remove the front bumper. (See FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
2. Disconnect the headlight cleaner hose. (See HEADLIGHT CLEANER HOSE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. Adjust the headlight cleaner nozzle. ...