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Mazda 3 Service Manual: Hood Removal/Installation

Mazda 3 Service Manual / Body / Doors/Lids & Hood/Trunk / Hood Removal/Installation

WARNING:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..

2. Remove the following parts:

a. Front bumper.

b. Front combination light.

c. Front fender molding.

d. Side step molding.

e. Front fender panel.

3. After loosening bolt A and removing bolt B, remove the hood in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.


4. Remove bolt C, and remove the hood hinge in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.


5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

6. When installing the hood, adjust the hood by moving the hood hinge..

Hood Release Cable Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the battery tray.. 3. Remove the Front mudguard (LH).. 4. Remove the hood release cable from clips A. 5. Remove the clips B. 6. Disco ...

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 ...

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Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatic ...

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 ...

Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Clamp a rear shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing downwards. 2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at a point 40—50 mm {1.6—1.9 in} from the bottom of the tube, so that the gas can escape. WARNING: Whenever drilling into a rear shock absorber, wear prot ...

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