Mazda 3 Service Manual: Liftgate Adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height difference between the liftgate and the body.
2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts and adjust the gap by moving the liftgate.
-
Standard clearance
-
a: 5.0―7.0 mm {0.20―0.27 in}
-
b: -2.0―0 mm {-0.078―0 in}
-
c: 3.0―6.0 mm {0.12―0.23 in}
-
d: -1.4―1.6 mm {-0.055―0.062 in}
-
e: 2.5―6.5 mm {0.10―0.25 in}
-
f: -0.9―3.0 mm {-0.03―0.11 in}
-
g: 4.0―8.0 mm {0.16―0.31 in}
3. Tighten the bolts.
Hood Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and
cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person
to prevent the hood from ...
Liftgate Hinge Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear scuff plate.
b. Rear seat cushion.
c. Rear seat back.
d. Lower anchor installation bolts on the rear seat be ...
Other materials:
High Mount Brake Light Disassembly/Assembly
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the trunk lid trim..
3. Remove the high-mount brake light..
4. Remove the high-mount brake light outer lens.
5. Remove the high-mount brake light inner lens.
6. Remove the screws (with advanced keyless entry and push button ...
Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when
driving:
Driving with the storage boxes open is
dangerous. To reduce the possibility of
injury in an accident or a sudden stop,
keep the storage boxes closed when
driving.
Do not put articles in storage spaces
with no lid:
...
Headlight Aiming
CAUTION:
If the headlight aiming is adjusted with cargo in the vehicle, it may not
adjust correctly. Adjust the headlight aiming with the vehicle under the following
conditions:
No occupants inside vehicle
Cargo other than spare tire, jack, and tools not loaded
...
