1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connector.

4. While pressing the license plate light tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, press the license plate light in the direction of arrow (2) to detach the license plate light tab and liftgate.

CAUTION:
If the license plate light is removed from the liftgate, the license plate light may fall off and be damaged. When removing the license plate light from the liftgate, hold the license plate light on lens side with a hand during servicing.
5. Remove the license plate light.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
License Plate Light Bulb Removal/Installation
PID/Data Monitor Inspection [Adaptive Front Lighting System (Afs)]Discharge Headlight Bulb
Purpose, Function
Charges the internal metallic element and emits white light resembling sunlight.
Construction
A mercury-free bulb has been adopted for the discharge headlight bulb.
The discharge headlight bulb is assembled to the front combination light.
The dis ...
Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Particularly when towing a AWD vehicle, where all the wheels are connected to
the drive train, proper transporting of ...
Engine Coolant Level Inspection
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage
the engine and cooling system.
Tu ...