Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front Side Frame (Partial Cutting) Installation [Panel Replacement]
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Installation Procedure
CAUTION:
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The cut and joint area indicates the maximum size range of the installation position.
1. Drill holes for the plug welding before installing the new parts.
2. When installing the new parts, trial-fit new and existing parts, and then measure and adjust the body to conform with standard dimensions.
3. Cut and join location indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
4. Plug weld the 3 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure, then install the front side frame (outer).
5. To cut and join the new and existing parts, rough cut the new part at the specified location shown in the figure, and chamfer the joint surfaces of the new and existing parts.
6. Make a reinforcement panel using the material from the front side frame (inner).
7. Plug weld the 4 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure, then install the reinforcement to the new front side frame (inner).
8. Plug weld the 3 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure.
NOTE:
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Press fit the reinforcement panel and the body side material, and then weld them.
9. Cut and location indicated by (D) shown in the figure.
10. Plug weld the 6 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure, then install the front side frame inner.
11. Plug weld the 5 locations indicated by (F) shown in the figure, then install suspension mounting reinforcement and outer frame reinforcement.
Front Seat Cushion Frame Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings/cautions
in the Workshop Manual befor ...
Front Side Frame (Partial Cutting) Removal [Panel Replacement]
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Removal Procedure
1. Drill the 4 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure, then remove suspension
mounting reinforcement and outer frame reinforcement.
2. Rough cut locatio ...
Other materials:
Rear Sash Molding Installation
WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using a utility knife.
NOTE:
Double-sided adhesive tape has already been attached to the new rear sash
molding.
1. When installing a new rear sash molding, follow the procedure ...
Efficient Installation Of Body Panels
Checking Preweld Measurements And Watching
Align to the standard reference dimensions, based upon the body dimensions
illustration, so that new parts are installed in the correct position.
Welding Notes
For the number of weld points, welding should be performed in accord ...
Front Console Box Removal/Installation
NOTE:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure and detach clips A.
2. Pull the front console box in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it
while d ...
