Mazda 3 Service Manual: Body

Towing

Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheel (front wheels ...

Doors/Lids & Hood/Trunk

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Other materials:

Rear Door Trim Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Move the hook in the direction of arrow shown in the figure using a tape-lapped flathead screwdriver and detach it from the rear door trim. CAUTION: Affix protective tape to the rear door trim and assist handle cover to prevent damag ...

Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Liftgate upper trim. b. Liftgate side trim. c. Liftgate lower trim. 3. Disconnect the connector. 4. Remove the bolts. 5. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator. 6. Install in the reverse order o ...

Air Bleeding
CAUTION: If the strainer is removed, impurities may penetrate the power steering system and damage it. To prevent this, always bleed air with the strainer installed. Do not maintain the steering wheel fully turned for 5 s or more. The oil temperature could rise and damage ...