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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 45 (AIR BAG SYSTEM)DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEMDISABLING SYSTEMCOMPONENT REPLACEMENT DISABLING PROCEDURE
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Component Replacement Disabling Procedure
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Component Replacement Disabling Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
This procedure should only be used when replacing air bag system components.
- Record pre-set radio frequencies for reprogramming (if equipped). Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait at least one minute for back-up power supply to deplete stored energy.
- Remove steering wheel access cover. Disconnect driver-side air bag module connector. Install Air Bag Simulator (418-F468) to clockspring side of clockspring electrical connector, located at top of steering column (in place of air bag). See AIR BAG SIMULATOR .
- Open glove box past its stops. Through glove box opening, disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. Connect Air Bag Simulator (418-F468) to passenger-side air bag vehicle harness connector (in place of air bag).
- Remove left seat belt buckle pretensioner electrical connector from bracket under seat. Disconnect pretensioner electrical connector. Install Air Bag Simulator (418-F468) to harness side of pretensioner electrical connector. Repeat procedure for right side pretensioner.
- On models equipped with side air bags, reach under left front seat and disconnect left side air bag module electrical connector. Install Air Bag Simulator (418-F470) to harness side of left side air bag electrical connector. Repeat procedure for right side air bag module.
- On all models, connect negative battery cable. With air bag simulators installed at all deployable devices, verify system. See VERIFY SYSTEM under DIAGNOSTICS. Disconnect negative battery cable.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.