Mazda 3 Service Manual: Combination Switch Removal/Installation

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CAUTION:

Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally deploy the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the air bag module..

1. Switch the ignition to off.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.

3. Remove the following parts:

a. Driver-side air bag module.

b. Steering wheel.

c. Column cover.

d. Clock spring.

4. Disconnect the connector A.

5. Disconnect the connector B.

6. Detach the clips and set the wiring harness aside.

7. Remove the screws.

8. Remove the combination switch.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

Combination Switch Disassembly/Assembly

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1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the column cover.. 3. Remove the light switch.. 4. Verify that the continuity between the front fog light switch terminals is as indicated ...

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