Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation

2011 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3 3SECTION Keyless Control Module Removal/Installation
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  1. When replacing the keyless control module, perform the following procedure:
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the front side trim. (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Remove the nut and screw.
  5. Remove the connector clip installed to the bracket by shifting the keyless control module downward.
  6. Disconnect the keyless control module connector.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Fig 1: Identifying Keyless Unit, Screw And Nut
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