Purpose, Function
The GPS antenna receives signals sent from GPS satellites and sends them to the car navigation unit.
NOTE:
GPS (Global Positioning System) was developed by the Pentagon (U.S.A.) as an object locating system using satellites. The GPS antenna receives signals from several of the satellites orbiting at an altitude of approx. 21,000 km {13,049 mile} to detect the current position of the vehicle.
Construction
The GPS antenna is installed inside the center part of the instrument panel.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Car Navigation Unit Removal/Installation
Global Positioning System (Gps) Antenna Removal/InstallationSeat Belt Extender
If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender
may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer.
This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. Even
if it plugs into other seat belts, it may not hold in the ...
Meter Hood Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the upper column cover.
3. Using a phillips screwdriver, remove fasteners.
NOTE:
When pulling up the shaft of fasteners using a phillips screwdriver, the
shaft will not be pulled up if it is rotated by pressing the driver. To pull ...
Rear ABS Wheel Speed Sensor Inspection [2 Wd]
Installation Visual Inspection
1. Inspect the following items:
If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part.
a. Excessive play of the ABS wheel-speed sensor
b. Deformation of the ABS wheel-speed sensor
Clearance Inspection
1. Remove the ABS wheel-speed sensor.
2. M ...