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
7. Operate the anti-theft system by setting the code number. (with anti-theft system) (See ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM.)
Center Panel Module Removal Note
Pull the center panel module toward you, then disengage clip A from the dashboard, and remove the center panel module.

Anti-theft system
Center panel module disassembly/assemblyMazda 6 Service Manual: DSC OFF Switch
Press the DSC OFF switch to turn off the TCS/DSC. The DSC OFF indicator light
in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
Press the switch again to turn the TCS/ DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicator light
will turn off.
NOTE
When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuc ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Engine tune-up
IGNITION TIMING INSPECTION
Note
Ignition timing is not adjustable.
Ignition timing verification requires WDS or equivalent.
1. Turn off the electrical loads.
2. Warm up the engine as follows.
(1) Start the engine.
(2) Maintain the engine speed at approx. 3,000 rpm until the
cooli ...