Instrument Cluster Removal/Installation

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Instrument Cluster Removal/Installation
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CAUTION:
  • When replacing the instrument cluster, the configuration procedure must be performed before removing the instrument cluster. Replacing the instrument cluster without performing the configuration procedure will result in system malfunction.
  1. Perform the instrument cluster configuration when replacing it. (See METER HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
  3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  4. Remove the meter hood. (See METER HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  5. Remove the screw.
    Fig 1: Identifying Instrument Cluster Remove/Install Components
    G05545941Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the instrument cluster.
  7. Disconnect the connector.
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  9. When replacing the instrument cluster of vehicles with the immobilizer system, perform the following procedure:
    CAUTION:
    • The removed instrument cluster should be placed with the display side up to prevent grease from leaking from the meters.
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