If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator light does not flash, the battery may be dead.
Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
The following conditions indicate that the battery power is low:
Replacing the battery at an Authorized Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent damage to the key. If replacing the battery by yourself, follow the instruction.
Replacing the key battery
1. Press the knob and pull out the auxiliary key.
2. Twist a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow and open the cover slightly.
3. Insert the tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the gap and slide it in the direction of the arrow.
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow and remove the cover.
5. Remove the battery cap, then remove the battery.
6. Insert a new battery with the positive pole facing up, and then cover the battery with the battery cap.
7. Close the cover.
8. Reinsert the auxiliary key.
CAUTION
Be careful not to allow the rubber ring shown in the figure to be scratched or damaged.
If the rubber ring detaches, reattach it before inserting a new battery.
Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Foreword
When the customer reports a vehicle malfunction, check the malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) indication and diagnostic trouble code (DTC), then
diagnose the malfunction according to following flowchart.
- If a DTC exists, diagnose the applicable DTC inspection. (See DTC
TABLE.)
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Mazda 6 Owners Manual: Manual transaxle removal/installation
1. Remove the battery, battery tray and battery bracket.
2. Remove the air cleaner compornent. (See INTAKE-AIR SYSTEM
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)
3. Remove the wheels, tires and splash shields.
4. Remove the under cover.
5. Remove the steering gear and power steering pipe. (See STEERING GEAR AND
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