Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivate (Pad) Switch: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda B4000, 2002 Mazda B3000, and 2002 Mazda B2300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING SYSTEM under DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM. Remove ash tray. Remove 4 ash tray bracket retaining bolts and bracket. See Figure . Disconnect PAD switch electrical connector. Remove PAD switch cover from ash tray bracket. Remove 2 screws and PAD switch.