Purpose, Function
A bell joint has been adopted for the wheel-side constant velocity joint, reducing vibration and noise.
A tripod joint have been adopted for the differential side constant velocity joint to reduce booming noise during high-speed driving and vibration when idling (ATX).
A low noise and vibration double offset joint with low slide resistance has been adopted for the differential side of the constant velocity joint (MTX). Due to this booming resonance at high speed is reduced.
An extremely durable plastic has been adopted for the wheel side boot.
By integrating the drive shaft on the right side with the joint shaft, vibration and noise during driving which occurred from the previous spline connection construction has been reduced.
Structural View

Driveshafts
Front Drive Shaft (Double Offset Joint) Disassembly/AssemblyTiedown Hooks
CAUTION
Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle.
They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during
shipping.
Using the eyelets for any other purpose could result in the vehicle being damaged.
Tiedown Hooks
1. Remove the tiedown eye ...
Clock Spring Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If the disc on the combination switch is deformed or has foreign material
adhering to it, performance of the steering angle sensor may be reduced, causing
abnormal operation. When handling the clock spring, be careful not to deform
the disc and make sure there is no foreign ...
Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning (Display Indication)
Message information such as system operations or malfunctions is indicated in
the display. Check the vehicle condition or have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer according to the indication.
Brake System Warning Light
This warning has th ...