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2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Socket Removal Note

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Socket Removal Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the socket hole, then push on the ring protrusion to lift the socket toward you.
    Fig 1: Releasing Ring Protrusion
    G01931428Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. As shown in the figure Fig 2 , lift out the socket until the ring protrusion locks into the lower socket hole.
    Fig 2: Positioning Socket To Lower Socket Hole
    G01931429Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the boot panel.
  4. Front behind the boot panel, slide a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in between the socket and the ring protrusion.
  5. While twisting the ring protrusion with the screwdriver, push out and remove the socket.
    Fig 3: Removing Socket
    G01931430Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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