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CAUTION
When removing the lens or lamp unit using
a flathead screwdriver, make sure that the
flathead screwdriver does not contact the
interior terminal. If the flathead screwdriver
contacts the terminal, a short circuit may
occur.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Use the protective cover and carton for
the replacement bulb to dispose of the
old bulb promptly and out of the reach
of children.
▼Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs
The exterior lights have either LEDs or
normal bulbs.
LED type
Headlights (type A)
Headlights/Daytime running lights (type
B)
Front turn signal lights (type A)
Daytime running light
s/Parking lights
(type A)
Front side-marker lights (type A)
Signature wing illumination (type A)*
Fog lights*
Brake lights
Taillights
High-mount brake light
Side turn signal lights
Rear side-marker lights
License plate lights
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with the
unit. We recommend an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement is
necessary.
Bulb type
Front turn signal lights (type B),
Parking lights/Front side-marker lights
(type B)
NOTE
When replacing a bulb for the front turn
signal lights and parking lights/front
side-marker lights, turn the steering wheel
and change the direction in which the tires
are pointed to the position where the bulb
replacement can be done easily.
Turn the steering wheel after starting the
engine and stop the engine after you finish
turning the steering wheel.
1. If you are changing the right bulb, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all
the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left
bulb, turn the steering wheel to the left,
and turn off engine.
2. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
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3. Turn the screw counterclockwise andremove it.
4. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers, and then
partially peel back the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
5. Disconnect the wiring harness by releasing the clamp.
6. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
7. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Front turn signal lights
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Parking lights/Front side-marker
lights
8. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
NOTE
There will be no problem with
functionality with the wiring harness
disconnected in Step 5 left
disconnected.
Therefore, there is no need to connect
the wiring harness.
Rear turn signal lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Turn the screws counterclockwise andremove them.
4. Pull the unit rearward to remove it.
5. Disconnect the wiring harness byreleasing the clamp.
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6. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
7. Temporarily install the light unit withthe socket pulled out of the top of the
light unit.
Socket pull-out range
CAUTION
The wiring harness may be damaged
when temporarily installing the light
unit. When performing the
procedure, observe the following
points.
Pull out the socket from within the
socket pull-out range shown in the
figure.
Do not push the light unit into the
vehicle with force.
When temporarily installing the light
unit, cover the rear bumper light unit
installation surface with a soft cloth.
The rear bumper may be scratched or
damaged if the light unit contacts it.
8. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
9. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Reverse lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headligh t switch is off.
2. Remove the cover.
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3. Disconnect the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
▼Replacing Interior Light Bulbs
Overhead lights (Front)/Map lights
(Front) (LED type), Overhead lights
(Center)/Map lights (Center) (LED
type), Overhead lights (Rear) (LED
type), Vanity mirror lights (LED type),
Ambient lights
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with the
unit. We recommend an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement is
necessary.
Overhead lights (Front)/Map lights
(Front) (bulb type), Overhead lights
(Center)/Map lights (Center) (bulb
type), Overhead light (Rear) (bulb
type), Vanity mirror
lights (bulb type)
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prev ent damage to the
lens, and then remove the lens by
carefully prying on t he edge of the lens
with the flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
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Overhead lights (Front)/Map lights
(Front)
Overhead lights (C enter)/Map lights
(Center)
Forward
Overhead light (Rear)
Edge
Forward
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Vanity mirror lights
3. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Luggage compartment light
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens unit by
carefully prying on the edge of the lens
unit with the flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector.
CAUTION
When replacing the bulb always
disconnect the connector first.
Otherwise, electric and electronic
devices could be shorted.
3. Insert the flathead screwdriver into the gap between the lens and the lens unit,
and then slide the screwdriver to
detach the lens.
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4. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect th e appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse h as blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
▼ Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on
the vehicle's left
side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
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