Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Efficient Installation Of Body Panels
Checking Preweld Measurements And Watching
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Align to the standard reference dimensions, based upon the body dimensions illustration, so that new parts are installed in the correct position.
Welding Notes
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For the number of weld points, welding should be performed in accordance with the following reference standards.
Spot Welding Notes
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The shape of the spot welder tip is D=(2?t)+3. If the upper panel thickness is different from that of the under panel, adjust to the thinner one.
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Because the weld strength is affected by the shape of the spot welder tip, the optimum condition of the tip should always be maintained.
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Spot welds should be made at points other than the originally welded points.
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Before spot welding, make a trial weld using the same material as the body panel to check the weld strength.
Checking Weld Strength
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Installation locations of the engine, chassis, and seat belts are designated as important safety locations for weld strength. Check weld strength by driving a chisel between the panels at every fourth or fifth weld spot, and every tenth regular weld location.
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Drive the chisel between the panels according to the number of panels as shown below.
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To determine weld strength, drive the chisel between the panel and check whether the panels come apart. If the panels come apart, make another weld near the original weld.
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Restore the shape of the checked area.
D Pillar Reinforcement (Lower) Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
1. Drill the 8 locations shown in the figure.
2. Remove the D-pillar reinforcement (lower). ...
Efficient Removal Of Body Panels
Body Measurements
Before removal or rough?cutting, first measure the body at and around the
damaged area against the standard reference dimension specifications. If there
is deformation, ...
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License Plate Light
Purpose
The license plate lights shine light on the license plate during nighttime
driving.
Function
The license plate lights illuminate in conjunction with the operation of
the light switch.
Construction
The license plate lights are installed to the liftgate.
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Rear Seat
Split Folding
The seatbacks can be folded down to provide more space in the luggage compartment.
WARNING
Tightly secure cargo in the luggage compartment when it is transported
with the seatbacks folded down:
Driving without tightly securing cargo and luggage is dangerous as it could move
and ...
Expansion Valve
Purpose
The expansion valve atomizes liquid refrigerant to facilitate cooling of
the evaporator.
Function
The expansion valve reduces the pressure of liquid refrigerant rapidly to
facilitate vaporization of the atomized refrigerant at the evaporator, and adjusts
the refr ...
