Map Light Removal/Installation: Notes

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Notes
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the screws.
  3. Remove the map light. (See MAP LIGHT REMOVAL NOTEΒ .)
  4. Disconnect the connector.
  5. Remove the socket, then remove the map light bulb.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 1: Removing Socket And Map Light Bulb
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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