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}
.
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. ...
Other materials:
Brake Pedal Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
The clearance between the brake switch and the brake pedal is automatically
adjusted to the correct amount when the brake switch is inserted into the installation
hole on the brake pedal and rotated to fix in place. If the brake switch is
not properly installed, the clearan ...
Emission Control System
This vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic
converter is
part of this system) that enables the vehicle to comply with existing exhaust
emissions
requirements.
WARNING
Never park over or near anything fl ammable:
Parking over or near anything fl ammable ...
Tire rotation
To maintain balanced performance and ensure even wear across all wheels, rotate
the tires of your Subaru Solterra according to the recommended pattern illustrated
below.
Regular tire rotation on the Subaru Solterra helps extend overall tire lifespan,
improve handling stability, and maintain o ...
