Ignition Switch Removal/Installation: Notes

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Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [L3] .)
Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the meter hood. (See METER HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the column cover. (See COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch And Ignition Switch Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.