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: Front door unit removal/installation
1. Remove the front door glass.
2. Remove the inner handle.
3. Remove the front door speaker.
4. Disconnect the power window motor connector, front door lock actuator
connector, power outside mirror connector.
5. Remove the door harness from the front door unit.
6. Remove the bolts.
7. Rem ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction.
This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically ...