Console Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Console Removal/Installation
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. For MTX vehicle, remove the shift lever knob.
  3. Remove the panel No.1 using a tape-wrapped screwdriver.
    Fig 1: Console Assembly
    G04327451Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the panel No.2 using a tape-wrapped screwdriver, disconnect the cigarette lighter connector, and remove the front ashtray illumination.
  5. Rotate the wiring harness clip installed on the cradle 90Β° in the direction indicated by the arrow in the figure and pull it out. (with car-navigation system)
  6. Disconnect the cradle connector.
  7. Remove the screws.
  8. Remove the seat warmer switch. (See SEAT WARMER SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION. )
  9. Disconnect the accessory socket connector.
  10. Remove the console.
  11. Install in the reverse order of removal.
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