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: 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 ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Mechanical system test
Mechanical System Test Preparation
1. Engage the parking brake and use wheel chocks at the front and rear of the
wheels.
2. Inspect the engine coolant. (See ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL INSPECTION.)
3. Inspect the engine oil. (See ENGINE OIL INSPECTION.)
4. Inspect the ATF levels. (See AUTOMATIC TRANS ...