1. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate recess.
2. Remove fasteners A.

3. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the liftgate lower trim in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2), (3), (4) and remove it while detaching clips B, clips C and pins D.

4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Liftgate Lock Striker Removal/Installation
Liftgate Opener Switch InspectionRear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON.
Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. The rear window defroster
operates for about 15 minutes and turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates during op ...
Evaporative Emission (Evap) Control System
Purpose, Outline
Prevents release of evaporative gas into the atmosphere.
The intake manifold vacuum introduces evaporative gas to the intake manifold
via the charcoal canister and the purge solenoid valve.
System Diagram
U.S.A. and CANADA
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
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Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle.
Particularly when towing a AWD vehicle, where all the wheels are connected to
the drive train, proper transporting of ...