Audio Amplifier Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.0] ).
Remove the following parts:
1. Front scuff plate (RH) (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
2. Front side trim (RH) (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the bolts.

Fig 1: Audio Amplifier Mounting Bolts With Torque Specifications
Lift up the audio amplifier in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure, pull it in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure, and pull out the audio amplifier hook from the body.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Audio Amplifier Hook From Body
Disconnect the connectors.
While pressing the clip tabs in the direction of the arrows (1) shown in the figure, press the clip in the direction of the arrow (2) to detach the clip tabs from the audio amplifier.
Detach the clip.
Remove the audio amplifier.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 3: Detaching Clip Tabs From Audio Amplifier