Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring 2009 Manual page 1873

Fig. 7: Identifying Column Cover With Screw
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UPPER COLUMN COVER REMOVAL
1. Pull the upper column cover upward and detach the upper column cover from the lower column cover.
Fig. 8: Identifying Upper Column Cover
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2. Push the rubber in the direction of the arrow while pinching part A of the rubber.
CAUTION:
2008 Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring
2008 BODY & ACCESSORIES Interior Trim - Mazda CX-9
Remove the rubber by pressing it from the backside of the
upper column cover. The rubber may deform if it is pulled
forcibly or pried with a flathead screwdriver.