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: Using LATCH Lower Anchor
Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed
LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seats. Both anchors must be used, otherwise
the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Most LATCH child-restraint
systems must also be used in conjunctio ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Oil control valve (ocv) inspection
L3
Coil Resistance Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the oil control valve connector.
3. Measure the resistance between terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the oil control valve.
Specification
6.9-7.9 ohms
4. Connect ...