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: Control Switches
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
NOTE
When the mode is set to or
with the fan control dial in a
position other than 0 and the temperature control dial in the maximum cold position,
the air intake selector sw ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Side Air Bags
The side air bags are mounted in the outboard sides of the front seatbacks.
When the air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate
force, the system inflates the side air bag only on the side in which the vehicle
was hit. The side air bag inflates quickly to reduce injury ...