Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Beltline Molding Removal/Installation
1. Fully open the rear door glass.
2. Remove the rear door trim..
3. Remove clip A using a fastener remover and pull up the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure.
4. Remove clip B using a fastener remover and pull up the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure.
5. Rotate the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in the figure and remove it while detaching tabs C.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Mudguard Removal/Installation
1. Remove screw A, fasteners B, screws C, fasteners D, and E.
2. Remove the front mudguard in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Rear Bumper Disassembly/Assembly
1. Remove the License plate lights..
2. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Fastener A
2
Bracket
3
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Other materials:
Temporary Spare Tire
Inspect the temporary spare tire at least
monthly to make sure it is properly
inflated and stored.
NOTE
The temporary spare tire condition
gradually deteriorates even if it has not
been used.
The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction which
is lighter and small ...
Discharge Headlight System Inspection
Discharge headlight inoperative
WARNING:
Incorrect servicing of the discharge headlight bulb could result in electrical
shock. Before servicing the discharge headlight bulb, always refer to the service
warnings..
Terminal layout
Inspection procedure
ST ...
Rear Drain Hose Installation
CAUTION:
If the rear drain hose is pinched or bent anywhere, the water in the hose
may not discharge and enter the inside of the vehicle. During and after installation
of the trims and the headliner, always make sure there is no interference with
the rear drain hose. Fix any problem ...
