Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Center Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]

Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual / Body / Body Exterior, Frame / Frame / Center Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]

Symbol Mark

Removal Procedure

CAUTION:

Remove the curtain air bag module to prevent damage before servicing.

Front-side

Rear-side

CAUTION:

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]

Symbol Mark 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}) Side ...

Other materials:

Front Frame (Rear) Installation [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark 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 p ...

General Procedures (Steering)
WARNING: Always inspect the steering component carefully for any shock or impact which may have occurred during a collision or servicing operation. If a damaged part or a part suspected of being damaged is used, it could result in an unexpected accident due to the steering mechanism ...

Front Seat Belt Removal/Installation
WARNING: Handling the front seat belt (pre-tensioner seat belt) improperly can accidentally deploy the pre-tensioner seat belt, which may seriously injure you. Read the air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the front seat belt. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE W ...