1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the clearance between the lens and license plate light shown in the figure.

3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, pull out the lens from the license plate light, and detach the lens tab and license plate light.

4. Remove the lens.

5. Remove the license plate light bulb.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
License Plate Light
License Plate Light Removal/InstallationDoor Ajar Warning Light
Purpose
The door-ajar warning light notifies the driver that any door or the liftgate
is open.
Function
When the instrument cluster receives any of the following signals sent from
the rear body control module (RBCM) via the CAN signal, the door-ajar warning
light illumin ...
Keyless Antenna [Advanced Keyless Entry System]
Purpose
Outputs a request signal and specifies the remote transmitter location.
Function
The keyless antenna outputs request signals to the inside and outside of
the vehicle based on the signals from the LF control unit.
Construction, Operation
The antennas for re ...
Service Publications
Service Publications
Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish
to do some of their own maintenance and repair.
When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer
to the chart below.
If they do not have what you need in stock ...