Warning
Caution
1. Configurate the SAS unit (when only replacing it). (See SAS UNIT CONFIGURATION.)
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK position.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for more than 1 minute.
4. Partially peel off the floor covering.
5. Remove in the order indicated in the table.


6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
7. Turn the ignition switch to ON position.
8. Verify that the air bag system warning light illuminates for approximately 6 seconds
and then goes off.
Side air bag sensor removal/installation
Sas unit configurationMazda 6 Service Manual: Manually Shifting Up
You can shift gears up by operating the selector lever or the steering shift
switches (some models).
M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 → M5 → M6
Using selector lever
To shift up to a higher gear, tap the selector lever back (+) once.
Using steering shift switch (some models)
To ...
Mazda 6 Service Manual: Operating Tips for CD Player
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical
components (prism and lens) in the CD player may become clouded with condensation.
At this time, the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit. A clouded CD
can be corrected sim ...