Height Difference Adjustment
1. Verify that the height difference between the hood and the body is within the specification.

a: 2.7—6.9 mm {0.11—0.27 in}
b: 4.1—8.0 mm {0.17—0.31 in}
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the following parts:
a. Front over fender.
b. Front bumper.
c. Front combination light.
d. Front bumper slider.
e. Front fender panel.
4. Loosen bolts and adjust the hood.

5. Tighten bolts..
6. Install the following parts:
a. Front fender panel.
b. Front bumper slider.
c. Front combination light.
d. Front bumper.
e. Front over fender.
7. Connect the negative battery cable..
Gap Adjustment
1. Verify that the gap between the hood and the body is within the specification.

a: -1.2—1.2 mm {-0.047—0.047 in}
2. Turn the stopper rubber to adjust the height of the hood.

Hood
Hood Disassembly/AssemblyDRL (Daytime Running Light) System
Outline
The DRL system automatically switches the headlights to HI beams (50% dim)
or illuminates the DRL bulb when the ignition is switched ON (engine on), the
parking brake is released, and the shift lever is in a position other than P
(ATX).
The front body control module ( ...
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions
Fuel Requirements
Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane (91 RON) could ...
Rear Coil Spring Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Be careful not to allow the coil spring to fly off when removing/installing
the coil spring. Otherwise, the coil spring could fly off and cause serious
injury or death, or damage to the vehicle.
1. When working on the left side of the vehicle, disconnect the auto lev ...