Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Center Pillar Installation [Panel Replacement]
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Installation Procedure
1. When installing new parts, measure and adjust the body as necessary to conform with standard dimensions.
2. Drill holes for the plug welding before installing the new parts.
3. After temporarily installing new parts, make sure the related parts fit properly.
4. Insert the end of the inner center pillar locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure, between the inner side sill and side sill reinforcement.
5. Cut and join the area locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
6. Plug weld the 3 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure.
7. Plug weld the 18 locations indicated by (D) shown in the figure, then install the center pillar inner reinforcement to the center pillar reinforcement.
8. Plug weld the 34 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure, then install the center pillar reinforcement.
9. Cut and join the area locations indicated by (F) shown in the figure.
10. Plug weld the 88 locations indicated by (G) shown in the figure, then install the cabin side outer frame (outer center pillar).
Cabin Side Frame Straight Line Dimensions [Dimensions]
Point symbol
Designation
Hole diameter or bolt or nut size mm {in}
A
Front side frame outer datum hole
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Center Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]
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Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
Remove the curtain air bag module to prevent damage before servicing.
Front-side
Rear-side
CAUTION:
Avoid cutting with a bl ...
Other materials:
Bumper Bracket Installation [Panel Replacement]
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Installation Procedure
1. When installing new parts, measure and adjust the body as necessary to conform
with standard dimensions.
2. Drill holes for the plug welding 6 locations indicated by (A) and 3 locations
indicated by (C) shown in the figure, before installing the new ...
Filament Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the
tester could damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and inspect
the filament by touching it ...
Rain Sensor
Outline
The rain sensor detects the amount of rainfall and calculates the wiper operation
speed, and outputs a windshield wiper control signal to the front body control
module (FBCM) to perform automatic wiper operation (auto wiper system) according
to the amount of rainfall.
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