Climate Control Unit Removal/Installation [Full-Auto Air Conditioner]

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Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the ashtray panel.
Remove the console. (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the decoration panel. (See DECORATION PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the center panel module. (See CENTER PANEL UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Release the left and right tabs and remove as shown in the figure.

Fig 1: Identifying Climate Control Unit Connector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.