Mazda 3 Service Manual: Hood Removal/Installation
WARNING:
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Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person to prevent the hood from falling.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front bumper.
b. Front combination light.
c. Front fender molding.
d. Side step molding.
e. Front fender panel.
3. After loosening bolt A and removing bolt B, remove the hood in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
4. Remove bolt C, and remove the hood hinge in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. When installing the hood, adjust the hood by moving the hood hinge..
Hood Release Cable Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the battery tray..
3. Remove the Front mudguard (LH)..
4. Remove the hood release cable from clips A.
5. Remove the clips B.
6. Disco ...
Liftgate Adjustment
1. Measure the gap and height difference between the liftgate and the body.
2. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts and adjust the gap by moving
the liftgate.
Standard clearance
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Other materials:
Oil Pressure Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and
wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous.
It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...
Lights-On Reminder
The lights-on reminder is operable when
the time setting *1 of the auto headlight off
function is off.
If lights are on and the ignition is switched
to ACC or the ignition is switched off, a
continuous beep sound will be heard when
the driver's door is opened.
*1 If the light switch is le ...
Quarter Window Glass Installation
WARNING:
Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using
a razor.
CAUTION:
If a door is opened or closed when all the window glass is closed, the resulting
change in air pressure could cause the sealant to crack preventing the proper
insta ...
