Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs

Headlights (With LED headlights)

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 Authorised Mazda Repairer when the replacement is necessary.

Headlights (With halogen headlights)

  1. 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, and turn off engine.

  2. Make sure the headlight switch is off.

  3. Pull the centre of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

     

  4. Turn the screw anticlockwise and remove it, and then partially peel back the mudguard.

     

  5. Disconnect the connector from the bulb.

     

  6. Detach the sealing cover from the bulb.

     

  7. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.

  8. Swing the retaining spring out and away to free the headlight bulb.

  9. Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the socket by pulling it straight back.

  10. Replace the bulb.

  11. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

 

  • To replace the bulb, contact an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

  • If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used.

  • Use the protective cover and carton of the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the reach of children.

  • When reinstalling the sealing cover, make sure it is fitted correctly.

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Running lights/Position lights (With LED headlights)

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 Authorised Mazda Repairer when the replacement is necessary.

Front direction indicator lights, Running lights (Some Models)/Position lights (With halogen headlights)

  1. 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, and turn off engine.

  2. Make sure the headlight switch is off.

  3. Pull the centre of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

     

  4. Turn the screw anticlockwise and remove it, and then partially peel back the mudguard.

     

  5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

    Front direction indicator lights

     

    Running lights/Position lights (With halogen headlights) (Some Models)

     

    Position lights (With halogen headlights) (Some Models)

     

  7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Front fog lights (Some Models), Side direction indicator lights, High-mount brake light

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 Authorised Mazda Repairer when the replacement is necessary.

Rear direction indicator lights, Brake lights/Tail lights

Saloon

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Remove the cover.

     

  3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

    Rear direction indicator lights

     

    Brake lights/Tail lights

     

  5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

  6. Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.

 

Verify that the cover is securely installed.

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Hatchback

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Turn the bolts anticlockwise and remove them.

     

  3. Pull the unit rearward to remove it.

     

  4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

    Rear direction indicator lights

     

    Brake lights/Tail lights

    (LED type)

    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 Authorised Mazda Repairer when the replacement is necessary.

    (Bulb type)

     

  6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Reverse lights

Saloon

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Pull the centre of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

  3. Peel back the boot lid trim.

     

  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector.

     

  5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

     

  7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Hatchback

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Pull the centre of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

  3. Remove the cover on the interior surface of the liftgate.

     

  4. Disconnect the connector from the socket.

     

  5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

     

  7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Rear fog light (Some Models)

Saloon

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

     

  4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Hatchback

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Turn the screw anticlockwise and remove it, and then partially peel back the mudguard.

     

  3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

     

  5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Number plate lights

Saloon

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Pull the centre of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

  3. Peel back the boot lid trim.

     

  4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

     

  6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Hatchback

  1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

  2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the light unit.

  3. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the position shown in the figure and pull the light unit outward.

     

  4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector.

     

  5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.

  6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

     

  7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

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