Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 1936

Fig. 30: Identifying License Plate Light Bulb & Lens
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3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
LENS REMOVAL NOTE
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and pry with the screwdriver in the
direction shown by the arrow to remove the lens.
Fig. 31: Inserting Screwdriver Into Service Hole
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COMBINATION SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
WARNING:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.
3. Remove the following parts:
1. Driver-side air bag module (See DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 BODY & ACCESSORIES Lighting Systems - Mazda CX-9
If the negative battery cable or the steering angle sensor connector
is disconnected, the stored initial position of the steering angle
sensor will be cleared and the DSC will not operate properly, making
the vehicle unsafe to drive. Perform the steering angle sensor
initialization procedure after connecting the negative battery cable.