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: Foreword
Outline
There are two on-board diagnostic functions: Operation mode, which
inspects for and indicates correct operation of the input signals to the
control module, and condition detection mode, which indicates troubles in
the system.
The two functions can be done using either of the f ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Heated oxygen sensor (ho2s) inspection
HO2S Voltage Inspection
Note
Perform the following inspection only when directed.
1. Warm up the engine and run it at idle.
2. Disconnect the HO2S connector.
3. Connect the voltmeter test leads to the following HO2S terminals:
HO2S (front and rear)
- (+) leadterminal A
- (-) le ...