1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Bumper Removal Note
1. Pull the front bumper ends (wheel arch) outward to disengage from the bumper slider.
Caution
2. Remove the front bumper from the body.

Front Bumper Installation Note
1. Spread the front bumper ends (wheel arches) apart.
2. Attach the front bumper to the body.
3. Press the front bumper connection portion into the body to engage with the bumper slider.
Bumper
Front bumper disassembly/assemblyMazda 6 Service Manual: Theft-deterrent control module inspection
1. Remove the theft-deterrent control module without disconnecting the
connectors.
2. Measure the voltage at the theft-deterrent control module terminals as
indicated below.
3. Disconnect the theft-deterrent control module connector before inspecting
for continuity at terminals L, Q, S, T, a ...
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 ...