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: Electric Parking Brake
The electric parking brake equipment applies the parking brake using an electric
motor. When the electric parking brake is applied, the electric parking brake switch
indicator light turns on.
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the electric parking brake applied:
If the vehicle is driven ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Removal/Installation
To remove the head restraint, pull it up while pressing the stop-catch.
To install the head restraint, insert the legs into the holes while pressing
the stop-catch.
WARNING
Always drive with the head restraints installed when seats are being used
and make sure they are properly installed: Dri ...