Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Mirror Base Removal

Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual / Body / Mirrors / Mirror Base Removal

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..

2. Remove the rearview mirror. (without auto-dimming mirror).

3. Remove the auto-dimming mirror. (with auto-dimming mirror).

4. Wind each end of a wire around a bar.

WARNING:

Using the piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using the piano wire.

NOTE:

Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of the piano wire to prevent it from breaking.

5. Fix one end of the piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant to remove the base.

Mirror Base Installation

1. Cut away all of the original sealant using a razor. WARNING: Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a razor. 2. Clean and degrease the cera ...

Outer Mirror Garnish Removal/Installation

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the outer mirror glass.. 3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the upper outer mirror garnish and remove tab A, B, C, D in the d ...

Other materials:

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING When removing the fuel-filler cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel-filler cap is r ...

Turn and Lane-Change Signals
NOTE • If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out. • A personalized function is available to change the turn indicator sound volume. Refer to Personalization Features on . Turn Signals Move the signal lev ...

Wheel Apron Component 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 ...