Crossmember Bracket Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Removing the crossmember is dangerous. The crossmember component could fall and cause serious injury or death. Verify that the jack securely supports the crossmember component before removing the crossmember bracket.

Support the crossmember component with a jack and remove the nuts.

Fig 1: Supporting Crossmember Component With A Jack
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the crossmember bracket.