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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20113 MAZDASPEED, 2.3 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 486 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)CENTER PANEL MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATIONNOTES
2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3
Center Panel Module Removal/Installation: Notes
2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the lower panel. (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the ashtray panel. (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the ventilator grille (center). (See VENTILATOR GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove in the order indicated in the table.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.CAUTION:
- When installing the center panel module, make sure that the wiring harness and antenna feeder are not caught between the unit and dashboard. If the wiring harness or the antenna feeder is caught between the unit and dashboard, it may cause malfunctions.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.