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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINFOTAINMENTENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMAUDIO AMPLIFIER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3

Audio Amplifier Removal/Installation

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION Audio Amplifier Removal/Installation

Slide the passenger seat rearward.
Remove the cover.

Fig 1: Audio Amplifier, Cover, Clips And Bolt With Torque Specification
Remove the bolt.
Detach the clips and set the vehicle wiring harness aside.
Slide the passenger seat forward.
Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.0, MZR 2.5] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [MZR 2.3 DISI TURBO] .) (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] .)
Remove the caps.

Fig 2: Audio Amplifier Connector, Caps And Nuts With Torque Specification
Remove the nuts.
Disconnect the connector.
Remove the audio amplifier.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.