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Keyless Receiver Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Using the retractable hardtop switch, keep the rear roof open.
    G11274845Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
  3. Remove the following parts:
    1. Wind blocker (See WIND BLOCKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    2. Seat (LH) (See SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    3. Scuff plate (LH) (See SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    4. Tire house trim (LH) (See TIRE HOUSE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
    5. Side shelf (LH) (See SIDE SHELF REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Disconnect the connector.
    Fig 1: Keyless Receiver, Connector And Bolt With Torque Specification
    G11273527Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the bolt.
  6. Remove the keyless receiver.
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal.