Mazda 3 Service Manual: Base Installation
1. Cut away all of the original sealant using a razor.
WARNING:
-
Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a razor.
2. Clean and degrease the ceramic coating on the glass and the base.
CAUTION:
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Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and do not touch the surface. Otherwise, the primer may not properly bond to the surface of the glass.
3. Apply primer to the bonding area of the glass and the base.
4. Use only glass primer on the glass, and body primer on the base. Allow the primer to dry for approx. 30 min.
5. Apply 3.0 mm {0.12 in}
layer of sealant to the base.
6. Center the base in the ceramic coating and press it onto the glass.
7. Use isopropyl alcohol to remove any excess repair sealant. Hardening time of sealant
|
Temperature |
Surface hardening time |
Time required until car can be put into service |
|
5 °C {41 °F} |
Approx. 1.5 h |
Approx. 12 h |
|
20 °C {68 °F} |
Approx. 1 h |
Approx. 4 h |
|
35 °C {95 °F} |
Approx. 10 min |
Approx. 2 h |
8. Install the rearview mirror.
9. Connect the negative battery cable..
Glass & Windows
...
Base Removal
1. Remove the rearview mirror..
2. Wind each end of a wire around a bar.
WARNING:
Using the piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using the piano wire ...
Other materials:
Inside Trunk Release Lever
(4-Door)
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside
trunk release lever that provides a means
of escape for children and adults in the
event they become locked inside the trunk.
No matter how careful adults might be
with keys and locking their cars, parents
should be aware that children may be
tempted ...
Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, do not try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.
NOTE
When raising both windshield wiper arms,
raise the driver's side ...
Quarter Window Glass Removal
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear seat cushion.
b. Rear scuff plate.
c. Tire house trim.
d. Trunk side upper trim.
e. C-pillar trim.
2. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body and the quarter window glass.
NOTE:
For the areas of the sealant that are difficult ...
