1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper column cover.
3. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove fasteners.
NOTE:
When pulling up the shaft of fasteners using a phillips screwdriver, the shaft will not be pulled up if it is rotated by pressing the driver. To pull up the shaft of fastener, use the phillips screwdriver to lightly contact fasteners.

4. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and remove the meter hood in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching the clips A, pins B.

5. Disconnect the start switch connector
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate Upper Trim Removal/Installation
Rear Door Checker Removal/InstallationAUX/USB/iPod mode
Audio can be heard from the vehicle's speakers by connecting a commercially available
portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.
A commercially-available, non-impedance (3.5 ) stereo mini plug cable is required.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
In addition, audio can be playe ...
Power Window Regulator
Purpose
The power window regulator moves the carrier plate up and down to open/close
the door glass using the rotation force transmitted from the power window motor.
Function
The power window regulator transmits the rotation force from the power window
motor to the inner wi ...
Rear Seat Cushion Trim Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
When removing or putting in the rear seat cushion, contact with the surrounding
areas of the vehicle could cause scratches and damage. When removing or putting
in the rear seat cushion, always use two or more persons to perform the work
and be careful not to scratch or dama ...