Mazda 6 Service Manual: Driver-side air bag module removal/installation

Warning

• Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before handling the air bag module. (See SERVICE WARNINGS.)

• Due to the adoption of 2-step deployment control in both the driver-side air bag module, depending on the impact force, it is possible that inflator No. 2 might not deploy. In such cases, before disposing of the air bag module, make sure to follow the inflator deployment procedures and verify complete deployment of inflator No. 1 and 2.

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.

3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.

5. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.

6. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds

and then goes off.

• If the air bag system warning light does not operate in the manner described above, there are malfunctions in the system. Inspect the system using the on-board diagnostic.

Connector Removal Note

1. Using a flathead screwdriver, pry out the connector's stopper plate.

2. Disconnect the connector.