1. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the position indicated by the arrow in the figure.
2. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, then remove the clips and hook.

3. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, while detaching the guides.

CAUTION:
When pulling out the side panel, be careful not to damage the guide.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Seal Plate Removal/Installation
Side Step Molding InstallationSteering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation [Without Advanced Keyless Entry
And Push Button Start System]
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy)
the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings
before handling the air bag module..
1. Remove the driver-side front scuff plate..
2. Remove the driver-side front sid ...
Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC)
Your vehicle is equipped with a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC). The Forward
Sensing
Camera (FSC) is positioned near the rearview mirror and used by the following
systems.
High Beam Control System (HBC)
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
The Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) determines t ...
Towing
Trailer Towing
Your Mazda is not designed for towing.
Never tow a trailer with your Mazda.
Recreational Towing
An example of "recreational towing" is
towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.
The transaxle is not designed for towing
this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
When doing rec ...