1. Remove the front door unit.
2. Remove the cover, then remove the bolt.

3. For protector-equipped vehicles, pull out the protector tab from the latch and remove the protector.

4. Disconnect the rod.
5. Remove the front outer handle.
6. Turn the key cylinder in the direction indicated by the arrow (1) and move the hook to the notch.

7. Pull the key cylinder towards you (2) to remove it.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear door latch and lock actuator removal/installation
Front outer handle removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: How to Use Pandora® (Some models)
What is Pandora®?
Pandora®*1 is free personalized Internet radio. Simply enter a favorite artist,
track, genre, and Pandora® will create a personalized station that plays their music
and more like it. Rate songs by giving thumbs-up and thumbs-down feedback to further
refine your station, d ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Head Restraints
Your vehicle is equipped with head restraints on all outboard seats and the rear
center seat. The head restraints are intended to help protect you and the passengers
from neck injury.
WARNING
Always drive with the head restraints installed when seats are being used
and make sure they are pro ...