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: Door adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height between the front or rear door and the body.
2. If not as specified, loosen the front or rear door hinge installation
bolts or the door lock striker installation screws, and reposition the door.
Clearance
a: 2.5-4.5 mm {0.10-0.18 in}
b: -0.8-1.2 mm {-0.03-0.0 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Disconnection of the negative battery cable
Before beginning any work, turn the ignition switch to LOCK position,
then disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute
to allow the backup power supply of the SAS unit to deplete its stored
power. Disconnecting the battery cable will delete the memories of the
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