Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda Tribute. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the driver and front passenger seats. For additional information, refer to DRIVER SEAT and PASSENGER SEAT .
Remove the utility compartment.
1. Remove the four plastic fasteners.
2. Remove the utility compartment.
3. Disconnect the electrical connection.
  
  Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Door Scuff Plates
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Remove LH and RH front door scuff plates.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Lower A-Pillar Panels
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Remove LH and RH lower A-pillar panels.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing LH Foot Rest
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Remove the LH foot rest.
Pull back the carpet to gain access to the rear floor vent.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Wire Harness Pin-Type Retainer
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Remove the wire harness pin-type retainer.
Remove the floor duct pin-type retainers and remove the duct.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.