1. For MT vehicle, remove the shift lever knob.
2. Remove the cup holder panel using a tape-wrapped screwdriver.

3. Remove the boot panel using a tape-wrapped screwdriver, disconnect the cigarette lighter connector, and remove the front ashtray illumination.
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Glove compartment removal/installation
Console disassembly/assemblyMazda 6 Service Manual: Steering shaft inspection
1. Inspect the following.
(1) Column bearing for damage
(2) Steering shaft length
Replace the steering shaft component as necessary.
Length
211.6 mm {8.3 in}
2. Inspect the tilt and telescope operation
(1) Verify that the adjusting lever moves smoothly from unlock posit ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Variable intake-air system (vis) shutter valve actuator inspection (l3)
1. Remove the air hose. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
2. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the VIS shutter valve actuator.
3. Connect a vacuum pump to the VIS shutter valve actuator.
4. Apply vacuum and verify that the rod moves.
If the rod dose not move, replace the intake ma ...