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 material on it.
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more
..
3. Remove the driver?side air bag module..
4. Remove the steering wheel..
5. Remove the column cover..
6. Disconnect the clock spring connector.

7. Disconnect the steering angle sensor connector. (with steering angle sensor)
8. Remove the tab direction of the arrow shown in the figure and remove the clock spring.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal..
10. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approx. 6 s
and goes out.
If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic..
Clock Spring Installation Note
CAUTION:
If the clock spring is not adjusted, the spring wire in the clock spring will break due to overtension when the steering wheel is turned. Always adjust the clock spring after installing it.
Adjust the clock spring after installing it..
Clock Spring Inspection [Two Step Deployment Control System]
Control System Personalization Features Setting ProcedureFront Door Checker Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When the front door checker securing bolts are removed, the front door may
open until it contacts the front fender panel causing the front door and the
front fender panel to be damaged. Before removing the front door, overlap and
adhere the protective tape to the position s ...
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your
vehicle's performance or safety systems; the Maz ...
High Mount Brake Light
Purpose
The high-mount brake light signals vehicles to the rear that the vehicle
is stopped.
Function
The high-mount brake light illuminates in conjunction with the operation
of the brake light switch.
Construction
The high-mount brake light is positioned on th ...