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: Locking, Unlocking the Doors
NOTE
The system may not operate if you are too close to the windows or door
handles.
If the key is left in the following areas and you leave the vehicle,
the doors may be locked depending on the radio wave conditions even if the key
is left in the vehicle.
Around the dashboard
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Seat warmer switch removal/installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the brake boots panel. (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Seat Warmer Switch Removal Note
Squeeze the tabs of seat warmer switch and pull it forwar ...