Fuse Block Removal/Installation: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the front scuff plate (LH). (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the front side trim (LH). (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
CAUTION:
- If the fuse block is removed with the fuses installed, the area around the fuse block may contact the fuses and damage the them. Before removing the fuse block, remove all the fuses.
Remove all the fuses.
Remove the nut.

Fig 1: Identifying Fuse Block Nut
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Remove the fuse block clip from the body.

Fig 2: Removing Fuse Block Clip From Body
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Cut the bands.
Set the removed fuse block aside so that it does not scratch the vehicle and parts.