Steering Lock Mounting Bolts and Bracket Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Make a groove in the heads of the steering lock mounting bolts using a chisel and a hammer.

Fig 1: Making A Groove In Heads Of Steering Lock Mounting Bolts
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the bolts using a screwdriver.
Disassemble the steering lock component.