Column Cover Removal/Installation

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Column Cover Removal/Installation
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  1. Remove the screws.
  2. Pull the upper column cover upward and detach the upper column cover from the lower column cover.
  3. Remove the lower column cover.
  4. Remove the ignition key illumination.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    NOTE:
    • The upper column cover is integrated with the meter hood.
      Fig 1: Identifying Column Cover Remove / Install Components
      G05545813Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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