Caution
1. Configurate the instrument cluter (when only replacing it). (See INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CONFIGURATION.)
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Pull down the adjusting lever of the tilt steering wheel and push the steering wheel down.
4. Pull the steering wheel toward you.
5. Remove the meter hood.
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Instrument Cluster Removal Note
When removing the instrument cluster, in order to prevent damage to the lens, cover the steering shaft with a cloth.

Instrument cluster configurationMazda 6 Service Manual: Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico)
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following
conditions (severe driving conditions) apply.
Repeated short-distance driving
Driving in dusty conditions
Driving with extended use of brakes
Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Exhaust system
EXHAUST SYSTEM INSPECTION
Start the engine and inspect each exhaust system component for exhaust gas
leakage.
If leakage is found, repair or replace as necessary.
EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
Warning
When the engine and exhaust system are hot, they can badly burn.
Turn off t ...