1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the neutral switch connector.
3. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
4. Remove the neutral switch with the gasket.

5. Install a new gasket and the neutral switch to the transaxle case.
29—39 N·m {3.0—3.9 kgf·m, 22—28 ft·lbf}
6. Install the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
7. Connect the neutral switch connector.
8. Connect the negative battery cable.
Manual Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation [G66 M R]
Neutral Switch Removal/Installation [C66 M R]Oil Seal (Differential) Replacement [C66 M R]
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and the splash shield as a single
unit..
2. Drain the manual transaxle oil..
3. Disconnect the drive shaft (LH) from the MTX..
4. Disconnect the drive shaft (RH) from the joint shaft..
5. Remove the joint shaft..
6. Remove the oil seal (LH).
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Interior Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the service hole and pry with
the screwdriver in the direction shown by the arrow to remove the lens.
3. Remove the interior light bulb.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
periods. Temporary spare tires should
NEVER be used for long drives or
extended periods.
WAR ...