Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Millenia. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Disconnect and shield negative battery cable. Wait more than one minute for back-up power supply to be depleted. Disconnect lower clockspring connectors. See Figure. Remove glove box and disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. See Figure. Disconnect left and right side air bag module connectors located under each front seat. See Figure. Turn up floor covering and disconnect all SAS control module connectors.