4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the trunk lid trim..
3. Disconnect the connector.

4. Remove the nuts.
5. While pressing the tabs shown in the figure, pull the high-mount brake light outward and remove it.

6. Remove the high-mount brake light.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
5HB
Except Mazdaspeed3
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
3. While pressing the tabs shown in the figure, pull the high-mount brake light outward and remove it.

4. Remove the high-mount brake light socket.

5. Remove the high-mount brake light.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Mazdaspeed3
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
3. Remove the rear spoiler..
4. Remove the screws shown in the figure.

5. Set the pin aside and remove the cover.

6. Remove the screws shown in the figure.

7. Pull out the wiring harness from the rear spoiler.

8. Remove the high-mount brake light.
9. Install in the reverse order of removal.
High Mount Brake Light Disassembly/Assembly
License Plate Light Bulb Removal/InstallationConsole Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper panel.
b. Shift knob (MTX).
c. Selector lever knob (ATX).
d. Shift panel.
e. Side wall.
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Remove the screws.
5. Pull the console in the direction of the arrow shown in t ...
Dashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They will damage and discolor
the dashboard. If these solutions get on the
dashboard, wipe them off immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which ...
Thermostat Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the thermostat..
2. Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.
3. Place the thermostat in water.
WARNING:
During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause
severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water.
4. Heat the water and c ...