Disabling Air Bag System
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 9 other vehicles, including the 2004 Mazda Tribute, 2004 Mazda RX-8, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata, 2004 Mazda MPV, and 2004 Mazda B4000. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
MX-5 Miata is equipped with a passenger's air bag ON/OFF switch. Turning switch off is not a substitute for completely disabling the passenger's air bag.
- Obtain radio anti-theft protection code from vehicle owner prior to servicing vehicle or deactivate radio anti-theft function before disconnecting vehicle battery.
- Turn ignition switch to LOCK position. Disconnect and shield negative battery cable. WAIT at least ONE MINUTE for back-up power supply to be depleted.