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 of removal.
Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Inspection
Liftgate Latch Switch InspectionPush-Starting
   Do not push-start your Mazda.
	
		WARNING
		Never tow a vehicle to start it:
		Towing a vehicle to start it is
		dangerous. The vehicle being towed
		could surge forward when its engine
		starts, causing the two vehicles to
		collide. The occupants could be injured.
	
	
		CAUTION
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Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
   Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with 
Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect 
your vehicle's
performance or safety systems; the Maz ...
   
Front Seat Back Component [Vehicles Without Power Seat System] Removal/Installation
   WARNING: 
	
	Handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag) improperly can accidentally 
	operate (deploy) the air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service 
	warnings before handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag)..
	
CAUTION: 
	
	After removing a front seat ...