Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Outer Handle Removal/Installation
1. To access the glass installation bolt, position the front door glass so that the distance from the top of the front door glass to the upper part of the front beltline molding is approx. 80 mm {3.1 in}
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2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the following parts:
a. Inner garnish.
b. Front door trim.
c. Front door speaker.
d. Front door glass.
e. Front door module panel.
f. Front door key cylinder.
4. Disconnect the keyless antenna connector (With advanced keyless entry and push button start system).
5. Remove the front outer handle.
6. Remove the screw.
NOTE:
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The screw cannot be removed because of the stopper.
7. Press down the rod holder in the direction of arrow (1) and remove the front outer handle bracket in the direction of arrow (2).
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Door Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Removing the front door without supporting it could cause the front door
to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least
another person to prevent t ...
Hood Adjustment
Gap Adjustment
1. Verify that the gap between the hood and the body is within the specification.
Standard clearance
a: -2.8—0.8 mm {-0.11—0.03 in}
b: –1.2—1.2 mm {–0.047—0.0.47 ...
Other materials:
Towing
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheel (front wheels) off the
ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
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Engine Tune Up [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
NOTE:
If the accelerator pedal is depressed continuously for a specified time,
the engine speed may decrease to the idle speed. This is due to the fuel cut
control operation, which prevents overheating, and it does not indicate a malfunction.
Engine Tune-up Preparation
1. Verify ...
Parking Brake Lever Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper panel.
b. Shift knob (MTX).
c. Selector lever knob (ATX).
d. Shift panel.
e. Side wall.
f. Console.
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
4. After installation, inspect the parking brake le ...
