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: Remote handle lever removal/installation
4SD
1. To remove the remote wire, remove the trunk side trim.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5HB
1. To remove the remote wire, remove the trunk side upper trim and trunk side
trim.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: To Turn Off an Armed System
An armed system can be turned off using any one of the following methods:
Pressing the unlock button on the transmitter.
Starting the engine with the push button start.
(With the advanced keyless function)
Pressing a request switch on the doors.
The hazard warning lights will flash twic ...