Mazda 3 Service Manual: Windshield Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
c. Rain sensor (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system).
d. Auto-dimming mirror (Vehicles with auto-dimming mirror).
e. Rear view mirror (Vehicles without auto-dimming mirror).
f. A-pillar trim.
g. Sunvisor.
h. Assist handle.
3. Set the headliner out of the way.
4. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
NOTE:
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Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
5. Remove the windshield molding by pulling it outward.
NOTE:
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If the windshield molding is difficult to remove, warm the windshield molding using a hot air blower.
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The windshield molding is a replacement part.
Not Reusing Windshield
NOTE:
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If it is difficult to cut sealant, use piano wire and follow the procedure under “Reusing Windshield”.
WARNING:
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Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using piano wire.
1. Cut out the sealant all around the glass using a sealant remover.
2. Remove the windshield.
Reusing Windshield
WARNING:
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Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using piano wire.
CAUTION:
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Because the lens for rainfall/illumination level detection is integrated with the windshield, the auto wiper/auto light systems may not operate correctly if the lens is damaged. When removing the windshield, be careful not to damage the lens. If the lens is damaged, replace the windshield.
NOTE:
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Before removing the windshield from the body, mark the position of the windshield by affixing tape to the windshield and body panel.
1. Avoiding the pin on the inside of the vehicle, insert piano wire which has been cut to sufficient length.
2. Wind each end of piano wire around a bar.
NOTE:
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Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of piano wire to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
3. Secure one end of piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the windshield.
4. Pinch the pin from the inside of the vehicle and detach it.
5. Remove the windshield.
6. If the pin is damaged, remove the pin.
NOTE:
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Before removing the pin from the windshield glass, place an alignment mark on the windshield.
Windshield Installation
WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using a utility knife.
CAUTION:
If a door is opened or closed when all the window glas ...
Horn
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Other materials:
Using LATCH Lower Anchor
Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially
designed
LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seats. Both anchors must be used,
otherwise the
seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Most LATCH child-restraint
systems
must also be used in conjunc ...
Replacing a Tire
WARNING
Always use tires that are in good condition:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result
in an accident.
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across
the tread.
Replace the tire when ...
Thermostat Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the thermostat..
2. Visually check that the thermostat valve is closed.
3. Place the thermostat in water.
WARNING:
During inspection, the thermostat and water are extremely hot and can cause
severe burns. Do not touch the thermostat and water.
4. Heat the water and c ...
