1. Measure the gap and height difference between the trunk lid and the body.

a: 2.4—4.4 mm {0.10—0.17 in}
b: -4.6—-2.6 mm {-0.18—-0.11 in}
c: 2.5—4.5 mm {0.10—0.17 in}
d: -1.7—0.3 mm {-0.06—0.01 in}
e: 2.6—4.6 mm {0.11—0.18 in}
f: -1.8—0.2 mm {-0.070—0.007 in}
g: 2.3—6.3 mm {–0.10—0.24 in}
h: -2.0—2.0 mm {-0.078—0.078 in}
i: 4.0—8.0 mm {0.16—0.31 in}
2. Loosen the trunk lid hinge installation bolts or nuts and adjust the trunk lid.
If necessary, loosen the trunk lid lock striker installation bolts and adjust the trunk lid..

3. Tighten the bolts or nuts..
Trunk End Trim Removal/Installation
Trunk Lid Key Cylinder Removal/InstallationWinter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check
the following:
Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on .
Inspect the ba ...
Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
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 o ...
Front Seat Rail Guide Cover 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 ...