1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position shown in the figure.

3. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure, pull out the service hole cover, and detach the service hole cover tab and trunk side trim.

4. Pull out the service hole cover in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure and pull out the service hole cover hook from the trunk side trim.

5. Remove the service hole cover.
6. Disconnect the connector.

7. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position shown in the figure.

8. While pressing the cap tab in the direction of arrow (3) shown in the figure, push out the rear accessory socket in the direction of arrow (4) to detach the cap tab from the socket.

9. Pull the rear accessory socket in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and remove it.

10. While pressing the cap tab in the direction of the arrow (5) shown in the figure, push out the cap in the direction of the arrow (6) shown in the figure to detach the cap tab from the trunk side trim.

11. Remove the cap.
12. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear Accessory Socket Inspection
Safety SystemsEngine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Sensor Removal/Installation
WARNING:
When the engine is hot, it can badly burn. Turn off the engine and wait until
it is cool before removing the ECT sensor.
ECT Sensor No.1
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Drain the engine coolant..
4. Pull out the evaporati ...
Exterior Care
The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition
and methods of application.
Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint's protective properties, if
proper care is not taken.
Here are some examples of possible damage, with tips on how to preven ...
Air Fuel Ratio (A/F) Sensor Inspection
A/F Sensor Inspection
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC?2.
2. Switch the ignition ON (engine on).
3. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
4. Access the following PIDs using the M-MDS..
VSS (Vehicle speed)
RPM (Engine speed)
O2S11 (A/F sensor output current ...