The three types of damaged bumpers shown below are considered repairable. Although a bumper which has been damaged greater than this could also be repaired, it should be replaced with a new one because such repair would detract from the looks and quality of the bumper. In addition, such repair is not considered reasonable in terms of work time.
Repairable Bumpers
1. A bumper with a hole less than 50 mm {1.97 in} in diameter.

2. A bumper with a crack less than 100 mm {3.94 in} in length.

3. A bumper with a crack less than 100 mm {3.94 in} in length that is less than half of the width of the bumper.

Rear Scuff Plate Removal/Installation
Shift Panel Removal/InstallationAudio Unit Removal/Installation
Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the decoration panel..
3. Remove the bolt.
4. Remove the screws.
NOTE:
When removing the audio unit, the audio unit could interfere with the climate
control unit and scratch the climate control unit. Perform the serv ...
Theft Deterrent Horn Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk end trim.
b. Rear scuff plate (RH).
c. Trunk side trim (RH).
d. Theft-deterrent horn.
3. Apply battery positive voltage to horn terminal A, and connect the horn retaining
bolt to ground as shown in the f ...
Money-Saving Suggestions
How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel.
Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs.
• Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
• Avoid fast starts.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance
sched ...