Note
1. Open the bonnet.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the radiator grille.
4. Disconnect the bonnet switch connector.
5. Check the continuity between the bonnet switch terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.

6. Lock the bonnet lock using a flat-head screwdriver or equivalent as shown.

7. Check the no continuity between the bonnet switch terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
Caution
Theft-deterrent control module removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Vehicle speedometer sensor removal/installation
Without ABS
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the battery and battery tray.
3. Remove the air cleaner compornent. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Disconnect the vehicle speedometer sensor connector.
5. Remove the vehicle speedometer sensor.
6. Apply transmi ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Heater core inspection
1. Remove the A/C unit. (See A/C UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Remove the heater core from the A/C unit.
3. Inspect for cracks, damage, and coolant leakage.
If any problems are found, replace the heater core.
4. Inspect for bent fins.
If any are bent, use a flathead screwdriver to stra ...