1. Remove the windshield wiper arm and blade..
2. Pull the front fender molding in the direction of the arrow (1) while detaching hook A.

3. Pull the front fender molding in the direction of the arrow (2) while detaching hook B.

4. Pull the front fender molding in the direction of the arrow (3) and remove it while detaching tab C.

5. Remove fasteners D shown in the figure.

6. Remove fasteners E shown in the figure.
7. Disconnect the join pipe A of the windshield washer hose..
8. Pull the cowl grille in the direction of the arrow in the order of (4), (5), (6), (7), (8) and remove it while detaching tabs F, tabs G.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Center Under Cover Removal/Installation
Cowl Panel Removal/InstallationFuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions
Fuel Requirements
Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane (91 RON) could ...
Intermediate Shaft Removal/Installation
WARNING:
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after continuous
turning of the steering mechanism which could cause burns if it is touched.
Before performing any servicing, verify that the steering column has cooled
off.
1. Rotate the steering wheel un ...
Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the steering column for excessive play and damage.
2. Verify that the clearance between the projection on the steering column shown
in the figure and the bracket is less than 2.0 mm {0.079 in}.
If the clearance between the projection and bracket is 2.0 mm {0.079 in}
or ...