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: Fuel-filler lid and opener removal/installation
1. To remove the fuel-filler lid opener, remove the left side trunk side trim
(4SD) or trunk side lower trim (5HB).
2. To remove the fuel-filler lid opener cable, perform the following and turn
over the floor covering.
(1) Remove the driver-side front seat.
(2) Remove the driver-side fron ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Fuel tank removal/installation
Warning
Repairing a fuel tank that has not been properly steam cleaned can
be dangerous. Explosion or ire may cause death or serious injury. Always
properly steam clean a fuel tank before repairing it.
Fuel line spills and leakage are dangerous. Fuel can ignite and
cause serious injur ...