1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the driver–side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the column cover.
5. Remove the clock spring..
6. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, replace the clock spring.
NOTE:
When the vehicle-side connector for the clock spring is disconnected, terminals 1A, 1B, 1C and 1D are shorted to prevent unexpected operation (deployment) of the air bag module.
Vehicles with steering switch


Vehicles without steering switch


Clock Spring Inspection [Standard Deployment Control System]
Control System Personalization Features Setting ProcedureFront ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection
Sensor Output Value Inspection
CAUTION:
Resistance inspection using other testers may cause damage to the ABS wheel-speed
sensor internal circuit. Be sure to use the M-MDS to inspect the ABS wheel-speed
sensor.
1. Switch the ignition to off.
2. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2. ...
Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If any of the following warning lights turns on, the system may have a
malfunction. Stop the
vehicle in a safe place immediately and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Fuel Filler Lid Opener Cable Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front seat (LH).
b. Front scuff plate (LH).
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. B-pillar lower trim.
e. Rear seat cushion.
f. Rear seat back.
g. Tire house trim.
h. Trunk end trim.
i. Trunk side trim (RH).
j. ...