Disabling System
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Turn ignition to LOCK position. Disconnect negative battery cable. Wait one minute for back-up power supply to be depleted. Remove steering column covers. Disconnect lower clockspring connector. See Figure. Remove glove box. Disconnect passenger-side air bag module connector. See Figure. Disconnect right and left-side air bag module connectors. See Figure. Remove right- and left-side lower B-pillar trim panels. Disconnect driver- and passenger-side front seat belt pretensioner connectors. See Figure.