CAUTION:
The ELR (emergency locking retractor) has a spring that will unwind if the retractor cover is removed. The spring cannot be rewound by hand. If this occurs, the ELR will not work properly. Therefore, do not disassemble the retractor.
4SD
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear scuff plate.
b. Rear seat cushion.
c. Rear seat back.
d. Tire house trim.
e. C-pillar trim..
f. Rear package trim.
2. Remove the bolt A.

3. Remove the bolt B.

4. Remove the rear center seat belt.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal..
5HB
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear scuff plate.
b. Rear seat cushion.
2. Remove the bolt.

3. Remove the rear center seat belt with the rear seat back..
4. Install in the reverse order of removal..
Rear Center Seat Belt Installation Note
Rotate the rear center seat belt lower anchor clockwise 180° and install it.

Front Tilt Motor Inspection
Rear Seat Back Frame Removal/InstallationAuto Lock/Unlock Function
WARNING
Do not pull the inner handle on a front
door:
Pulling the inner handle on a front
door while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous. Passengers can fall
out of the vehicle if the door opens
accidentally , which could result in
death or serious injury.
When ...
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check
the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on .
Inspect the ba ...
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING
When removing the fuel-fi ller cap,
loosen the cap slightly and wait for any
hissing to stop, then remove it:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
if ingested. Fuel spray is released
when there is pressure in the fuel tank
and ...