Light Bulbs
When removing the lens or lamp unit using a flathead screwdriver, make sure that the flathead screwdriver does not contact the interior terminal. If the flathead screwdriver contacts the terminal, a short circuit may occur.
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To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children.
Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs
The exterior lights have either LEDs or normal bulbs.
LED type
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Headlights/Daytime running lights
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Daytime running lights/Parking lights (Type A)
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Front side-marker lights (Type A)
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Fog lights (Some Models)
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Brake lights (Type A)
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Taillights (Type A)
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Reverse lights
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High-mount brake light
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Side turn signal lights
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Rear side-marker lights (Type A)
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License plate lights
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with the unit. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary.
Bulb type
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
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Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
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Lift the hood.
Refer to Hood.
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Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
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Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
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Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Front side-marker lights (Type B)
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Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
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If you are changing the right bulb, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, and turn off engine. If you are changing the left bulb, turn the steering wheel to the right.
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Pull the center of each plastic retainer using a flathead screwdriver and remove the retainers, and then partially peel back the over fender.
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Pull the center of each plastic retainer using a flathead screwdriver and remove the retainers, and then partially peel back the mudguard.
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Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
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Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
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Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Rear turn signal lights, Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-marker lights (Type B)
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Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the turn signal switch is off.
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Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the cover, and then remove the cover with the flathead screwdriver.
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Turn the screws counterclockwise and remove them.
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Pull the unit rearward to remove it.
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Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
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Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-marker lights
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Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Replacing Interior Light Bulbs
The interior lights have either LEDs or normal bulbs.
LED type
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Overhead lights/Front map lights
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Rear map lights
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Vanity mirror lights (Some Models)
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Luggage compartment light
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Ambient lights (Some Models)
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with the unit. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary.
Bulb type
Overhead light/Front map lights, Rear map lights, Vanity mirror lights (Some Models)
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Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens, and then remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a flathead screwdriver.
Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
Overhead light/Front map lights
Rear map lights
Vanity mirror lights (Some Models)
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Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Luggage compartment light
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Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens unit by carefully prying on the edge of the lens unit with the flathead screwdriver.
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Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector.
When replacing the bulb always disconnect the connector first. Otherwise, electric and electronic devices could be shorted.
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Insert the flathead screwdriver into the gap between the lens and the lens unit, and then slide the screwdriver to detach the lens.
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Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
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Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.