Door Lock Control Module Removal/Installation [With Advanced Keyless System

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Door Lock Control Module Removal/Installation [With Advanced Keyless System
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  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the glove compartment. (See GLOVE COMPARTMENT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  3. Remove the bolts.
  4. Remove the connector clip installed to the bracket by shifting the door lock control module downward.
  5. Disconnect the keyless unit connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying Bolt And Door Lock Control Module
    G04928900Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the nut, then remove the keyless receiver form the door lock control module.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Fig 2: Identifying Door Lock Control Module, Keyless Receiver And Nut
G04928901Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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