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:
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with
wear of brake and clutch linings. If it is ...
Rear Wiper Arm And Blade Removal/Installation
Rear Wiper Arm
1. Pull the cap in the direction of the arrows (1) shown in the figure and remove
it in the direction of the arrow (2) with tabs A, B released.
2. Remove the nut with the rear wiper arm and blade pressed.
3. Raise the rear wiper arm and detach it from the serrated conne ...
Parking Mechanism [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The parking mechanism locks the output gear when the selector lever is shifted
to the P position which locks the driving wheels against rotation to prevent
coasting when parking the vehicle.
Construction/Operation
For component parts related to the parking ...
