Mazda 3 Owner's Manual page 517

Mazda3_8CV6-EA-12H_Edition2 Page517
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2. Remove the cover.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
High-mount brake light
(4 Door)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off
and the headlight switch is off.
Form No.8CV6-EA-12H
Black plate (517,1)
Owner Maintenance
2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers and the trunk
lid trim.
Installation
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
(5 Door)
LED type
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs must be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible because
it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Maintenance and Care
Removal
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