1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION)
3. Remove the ignition key illumination bulb.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Ashtray illumination bulb removal/installation
Glove compartment light bulb removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Variable valve timing actuator removal/installation
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Caution
Variable valve timing actuator can not be disassembled because it
is a precision unit.
Note
Variable valve timing actuator camshaft sprocket is integrated
with the variable valve timing actuator and cannot be disassembled.
1. Follow the timing chain removal/installati ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Service cautions
HANDLING INSUFFICIENT REFRIGERANT LEVEL
If an insufficient refrigerant level is detected at troubleshooting,
do not charge (add) the refrigerant. Because an accurate amount of
refrigerant cannot be determined from the pressure indicated on the manifold
gauge, never charge the refrigeran ...