Mazda 3 Service Manual: Side Step Molding Installation
NOTE:
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Double-sided adhesive tape has already been adhered to a new side step molding for installation.
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When a side step molding is to be reused, perform the following procedure:
1. Remove any grease or dirt from the affixing surface of the side step molding.
2. Affix double-sided adhesive tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Install the clips B, C and D to the side step molding.
2. Install the side step molding while pushing the clips B, C, and D installation area shown in the figure.
3. Install the fasteners A.
Side Panel Removal/Installation
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 ...
Side Step Molding Removal
1. Remove the fasteners A.
2. Using the removal tool, disengage clips B in the direction of the arrow (1),
(2) shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Leave the disengaged clip B in place in ...
Other materials:
Air Filter Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the side wall..
3. Disconnect the evaporator temperature sensor connector.
4. Disconnect the power MOS FET connector. (Full-auto air conditioner)
5. Disconnect the resistor connector. (Manual air conditioner)
6. Remove in the order indic ...
Clutch Fluid Leakage Inspection [C66 M R]
CAUTION:
Do not allow clutch fluid get on a painted surface. Clutch fluid contains
properties which can dissolve the paint. If clutch fluid gets on a painted surface,
wash it off with water immediately and wipe the area off completely.
1. Pump the clutch pedal a few times.
2. I ...
Recommendations for Shifting (for
Vehicles without Gear Shift
Indication)
Upshifting
For normal acceleration, Mazda
recommends these shift points:
(U.S.A. and Canada)
For cruising, Mazda recommends these
shift points:
(U.S.A. and Canada)
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy traffic
or on a steep upgrade , downshift before
the engine starts to ov ...
