Mazda 3 Service Manual: Lower Panel Removal/Installation
Driver-side
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Driver-side front scuff plate.
b. Driver-side front side trim.
c. Hood release lever.
d. Upper panel.
e. Shift knob (MTX).
f. Selector lever knob (ATX).
g. Shift panel.
h. Side wall.
i. Console.
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Remove the screw.
5. Pull the lower panel in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1) (2), (3) and remove the lower panel while detaching the hooks, clips and guides.
6. Disconnect the switch connector.
7. Disconnect the push button start connector.
8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Passenger-side
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Passenger-side front scuff plate.
b. Passenger-side front side trim.
c. Dashboard under cover.
d. Glove compartment.
2. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
3. Remove the screws.
4. Pull the lower panel in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1) (2), (3) and remove the lower panel while detaching the hook, clips, guide and pins.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Inner Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Pull the inner garnish in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and
remove it while detaching clips and tab.
CAUTION:
When pull ...
Rear Package Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts:
a. Rear seat cushion.
b. Rear scuff plate.
c. Tire house trim.
d. C-pillar trim.
2. Fold the rear seat back.
3. Remove the fasteners.
4. Pull up the re ...
Other materials:
If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes
If any warning light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each
light. There is no
problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns
on/flashes again,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Vehicles with type B audio)
The warning contents can be verified o ...
Front Seat Cushion Trim 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 ...
PCM Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the following items:.
Battery
PCM cover No.1
4. Disconnect the PCM connector..
5. Remove the battery tray and PCM component..
6. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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