1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk board.
b. Trunk end trim.
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. Trunk side trim.
e. D-pillar trim.
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Remove the fastener A.

5. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the C-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow (1) while detaching the pin B.
6. Remove the C-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure while detaching guide C, tabs D.
CAUTION:
If the C-pillar trim is pulled in the direction of the arrow (1) forcefully, guide C may be damaged. Carefully pull the C-pillar trim so as not to damage guide C.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
B Pillar Upper Trim Removal/Installation
Center Panel Removal/InstallationWarning/Indicator Lights
Warning (Display Indication)
Message information such as system operations or malfunctions is indicated in
the display. Check the vehicle condition or have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer according to the indication.
Brake System Warning Light
This warning has th ...
Drive Belt
Purpose, Function
The drive belt transmits rotation force of the crankshaft pulley to the pulley
for the auxiliary parts.
Construction
The drive belt is installed to the front of the engine.
A V-ribbed belt has been adopted for the drive belt.
The wat ...
Driving In Flooded Area
WARNING
Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasing the accelerator
pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance
returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle
pulling to one side whe ...