1. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the position indicated by the arrow in the figure.
2. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, then remove the clips and hook.

3. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, while detaching the guides.

CAUTION:
When pulling out the side panel, be careful not to damage the guide.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Seal Plate Removal/Installation
Side Step Molding InstallationFront Seat 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 ...
Joint Shaft Disassembly [Skyactiv G 2.0]
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Snap ring
2
Joint shaft component
.
3
Dust seal
4
Bearing
5
Dust cover
6
...
Engine SST [Skyactiv G 2.0]
1: Mazda SST number
2: Global SST number
Example
1:49 UN20 5072
2:205–072
Holder
1: –
2: 134-01049A
Evaporative emission system tester
1:–
2:AKS042808
Adapter
1: 49 UN ...