1. Detach the fit of the upper column cover from the meter hood rubber.

2. Remove the upper column cover.
3. Remove the ignition key illumination.
4. Remove the screws.
5. Remove the lower column cover.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Side panel removal/installation
Meter hood removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Wiper and washer switch inspection
Windshield Wiper And Washer Switch
Without vehicle-speed sensing type wipers
1. Remove the wiper and washer switch. (See WIPER AND WASHER SWITCH
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
2. Inspect for continuity between the wiper and washer switch terminals using
an ohmmeter.
If not as specified, replace th ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically controls the transaxle shift points
to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves driving feel. The
transaxle may switch to AAS mode when driving up and down slopes, cornering, driving
at high elevations, or depressing the accelerato ...