1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module. (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the steering wheel. (See STEERING WHEEL AND COLUMN REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds
and then goes off.
Clock Spring Installation Note
Caution
Sas unit configuration
Clock spring adjustmentMazda 6 Service Manual: Generator inspection
Generator Warning Light
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
Charge if necessary.
2. Verify that the drive belt deflection/tension is correct. (See DRIVE BELT
INSPECTION.)
If not as specified, replace the drive belt.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON and verify that the gene ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically controls the transaxle shift points
to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves driving feel. The
transaxle may switch to AAS mode when driving up and down slopes, cornering, driving
at high elevations, or depressing the accelerato ...