1. Remove the screws.

2. Pull the meter hood toward you, then detach the column cover.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Column cover removal/installation
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Mazda 6 Service Manual: Service warnings
HANDLING REFRIGERANT
Avoid breathing air conditioning refrigerant or lubricant vapor.
Exposure may irritate eyes, nose and throat. Also, due to environmental
concerns, we urge use of recovery/recycling/recharging equipment when
draining R-134a from the air conditioning system. If accide ...