Purpose, Function
The GPS antenna receives signals sent from GPS satellites and sends them to the car navigation unit.
NOTE:
GPS (Global Positioning System) was developed by the Pentagon (U.S.A.) as an object locating system using satellites. The GPS antenna receives signals from several of the satellites orbiting at an altitude of approx. 21,000 km {13,049 mile} to detect the current position of the vehicle.
Construction
The GPS antenna is installed inside the center part of the instrument panel.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Car Navigation Unit Removal/Installation
Global Positioning System (Gps) Antenna Removal/InstallationNot P Position Switch Inspection
NOTE:
The not P position switch is built into the selector lever component.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front console..
3. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
4. Verify that the continuity between selector lever component terminals ...
Vanity Mirror Illumination Bulb Removal/Installation
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 a flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure and detach the lens tab and sunvisor.
4. Detach a ...
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...