1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the glove compartment. (L.H.D.)
3. Remove the bolt.

4. While inclining the door lock timer unit along the body panel in the direction indicated by the arrow, disengage the bracket hook from the hole in the body panel.
5. Disconnect the door lock timer unit connector.
6. Remove the door lock timer unit.
7. Remove the screw, then remove the bracket.
Note

8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate lock actuator inspection
Door lock timer unit inspectionMazda 6 Service Manual: Transmitter battery inspection
Caution
Since the battery voltage does not drop fully if the button is
pushed for only 4 seconds or less, it can not be properly examined to see
whether it is good or bad. Always push the button for 5 seconds.
Note
A correct measurement can not be obtained if the battery
temperat ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Direct Mode
Direct mode can be used for temporarily switching gears by operating the steering
shift switch while the vehicle is being driven with the selector lever in the D
range.
While in direct mode, the D and M indication illuminate and the gear position
in use is illuminated. Direct mode is canceled ...