1. Remove the trunk lid trim. (4SD)
2. Remove the liftgate lower trim. (5HB)
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Disconnect the high-mount brake light connector. (4SD)
5. Remove the rear spoiler.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Rear finisher removal/installation
Roof carrier bracket removal/installationMazda 6 Service Manual: Bonnet switch inspection
Note
Bonnet switch has a built-in bonnet lock.
1. Open the bonnet.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the radiator grille.
4. Disconnect the bonnet switch connector.
5. Check the continuity between the bonnet switch terminals A and B using an
ohmmeter.
If there is ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Rear outer handle removal/installation
1. Remove the rear door glass.
2. Remove the rear door unit.
3. Remove the rear door latch.
4. Remove the bolts.
5. Detach the rear outer handle and rear door latch rod.
6. With the rear side of the rear outer handle fixed and the outer handle
lever pulled out (1), remove the rear side of t ...