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)]Accessory Socket
Purpose
By inserting the plug of an electrical device, 12 V (maximum 120 W) of power
is supplied enabling use of the electrical device in the vehicle.
Function
Front accessory socket
When the ignition is switched to ACC or ON (engine off or on), 12 V (maximum
120 W) of pow ...
TCM [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The TCM detects the vehicle conditions and performs calculations and processing
based on input information from each type of sensor and switch.
Outputs control signals to each solenoid valve so that each type of control
is optimally implemented according to the ...
Light Bulbs
WARNING
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion
bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are
handled incorrectly. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replaceme ...