Warning
1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
6. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds
and then goes off.
Connector Removal Note
1. Using a flathead screwdriver, pry out the connector's stopper plate.

2. Disconnect the connector.
Service warnings
Passenger-side air bag module removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Center panel module removal/installation
1. Cancel the anti-theft operation. (with anti-theft system) (See ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM.)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the glove compartment.
4. Remove the rear console.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Caution
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear side seat belt removal/installation
Caution
The ELR has a spring that will unwind if the retractor's cover is
removed. The spring cannot be rewound by hand. If this occurs, the ELR will
not work properly. Therefore, do not disassemble the retractor.
4SD
1. Fold the rear seat back.
2. Remove the rear side seats.
3. Remo ...