Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Center Pillar Installation [Panel Replacement]
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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 properly.
4. Insert the end of the inner center pillar locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure, between the inner side sill and side sill reinforcement.
5. Cut and join the area locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
6. Plug weld the 3 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure.
7. Plug weld the 18 locations indicated by (D) shown in the figure, then install the center pillar inner reinforcement to the center pillar reinforcement.
8. Plug weld the 34 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure, then install the center pillar reinforcement.
9. Cut and join the area locations indicated by (F) shown in the figure.
10. Plug weld the 88 locations indicated by (G) shown in the figure, then install the cabin side outer frame (outer center pillar).
Cabin Side Frame Straight Line Dimensions [Dimensions]
Point symbol
Designation
Hole diameter or bolt or nut size mm {in}
A
Front side frame outer datum hole
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Center Pillar Removal [Panel Replacement]
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Removal Procedure
CAUTION:
Remove the curtain air bag module to prevent damage before servicing.
Front-side
Rear-side
CAUTION:
Avoid cutting with a bl ...
Other materials:
Blind Spot Monitoring (Bsm) Control Module
Purpose
Controls the blind spot monitoring (BSM) system.
Function
The BSM control module emits microwaves to detect an oncoming vehicle's position
and speed information via the reflected microwaves.
The BSM system is controlled based on the detected vehicle positio ...
Moonroof
The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition is switched
ON.
WARNING
Do not let passengers stand up or extend part of the body through the open moonroof
while the vehicle is moving:
Extending the head, arms, or other parts of the body through the moonroof is
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Heater Core Inspection
1. Inspect the heater core for damage, cracks, and water leakage.
If there is any malfunction, replace the heater core.
2. Visually inspect the fins for bending.
If there is any bending, use the end of a flathead screwdriver to straighten
the fins.
3. Visually inspect ...
