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: Relay inspection
Relay Type
Four-terminal
Type A
1. Remove the relay.
2. Inspect for continuity between the relay terminals using an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace the relay.
Type B
1. Remove the relay.
2. Inspect for continuity between the relay terminals using an ohmmeter.
If not as ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Cruise actuator removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Cover Removal Note
Unclamp the clips of the heater hoses at the front of the cover.
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