Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Center Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]
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Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
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Remove the curtain air bag module to prevent damage before servicing.
Front-side
Rear-side
CAUTION:
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Avoid cutting with a blowtorch or similar tools as the insulator (shaded area) is flammable.
1. Rough cut the area locations indicated by (A).
2. Drill the 84 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure then remove the cabin side outer frame (outer center pillar).
3. Drill the 34 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure then remove the center pillar reinforcement.
4. Rough cut the area locations indicated by (D).
5. Drill the 3 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure.
6. Pull the inner center pillar in the direction of arrow shown in the figure, then remove it from between the inner side sill and side sill reinforcement.
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 inst ...
Construction Standard Values [Construction Standard Values]
Front view
No.
Measurement part
Standard values (mm {in})
Maximum values (mm {in})
Minimum values (mm {in})
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Other materials:
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your
vehicle's performance or safety systems; the Maz ...
Door Module Panel
Purpose, Function
Styrofoam door module panels have been adopted for reducing vehicle weight.
Construction
Styrofoam is applied to the door module panels (shaded areas) during manufacture.
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Filament Repair
1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min, carefully remove the tape without damaging the applied
area.
CAUTION:
Do not operate the rear window defro ...
