Mazda 3 Service Manual: Rear Beltline Molding Removal/Installation
1. Fully open the rear door glass.
2. Remove the rear door trim..
3. Remove clip A using a fastener remover and pull up the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure.
4. Remove clip B using a fastener remover and pull up the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure.
5. Rotate the rear beltline molding in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in the figure and remove it while detaching tabs C.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Mudguard Removal/Installation
1. Remove screw A, fasteners B, screws C, fasteners D, and E.
2. Remove the front mudguard in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Rear Bumper Disassembly/Assembly
1. Remove the License plate lights..
2. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Fastener A
2
Bracket
3
...
Other materials:
Opening/closing the back door (vehicles without power back door)
■ Open
In the Subaru Solterra, the back door can be manually opened by lifting it upward
while pressing the back door opener switch. This action releases the latch and allows
smooth access to the luggage compartment.
■ Close
To close the Subaru Solterra back door, gently pull it dow ...
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 ...
Front Door Hinge Removal/Installation
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.
f. Front door.
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
B ...
