WARNING:
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. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more
..
2. Remove the driver-side air bag module..
3. Remove the steering wheel..
4. Remove the screw.

5. Remove the wiring harness from the cover hook.

6. Remove the cover tabs and pins from the steering wheel.


7. Remove the cover.
8. Disconnect the connector.

9. Remove the screw.
10. Remove the steering switch pins from the steering wheel.

11. Remove the steering switch.
12. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Steering Switch Inspection
Linkage, PowerSupplemental Restraint System Components
(With Front Passenger Occupant Classification System)
(Without Front Passenger Occupant Classification System)
Driver/Front passenger inflators and air bags
Roll-over sensor * , crash sensors, and diagnostic module (SAS unit)
Seat belt pretensioners
Front air bag sensors
Side c ...
Forced Ignition On [With Advanced Keyless Entry And Push Button Start System]
NOTE:
In order to perform a forced ignition ON, the M-MDS (IDS) is necessary. If
the servicing is being done outside of an Authorized Mazda dealership, contact
an Authorized Mazda dealership for instructions.
The forced ignition ON procedure forces a power supply to each part w ...
Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway in an emergency
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and
all the t ...