Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Front 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. Rough cut the area location indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
CAUTION:
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When the part with the rough cut side sill reinforcement, there is a possibility that vibration may occur. After the rough cut, temporarily attach the lower hinge reinforcement and check that the rough cut area does not interfere with the side sill reinforcement.
5. Cut and join the area location indicated by (B) shown in the figure, then install the inner front pillar.
6. Plug weld the 20 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure, then install the inner hinge pillar.
7. Plug weld the 4 locations indicated by (D) from the inside shown in the figure.
8. Plug weld the 11 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure, then install the lower hinge reinforcement.
9. Plug weld the 9 locations indicated by (F) shown in the figure, then install the upper hinge reinforcement.
10. Cut and join the area location indicated by (G) shown in the figure.
11. Plug weld the 7 locations indicated by (H) shown in the figure, then install the front pillar reinforcement and front pillar inner reinforcement as a single unit.
NOTE:
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When installing the front pillar reinforcement and the front pillar inner reinforcement separately, plug weld the 11 locations indicated by (I) shown in the figure.
12. Cut and join the 2 locations indicated by (J) shown in the figure.
13. Plug weld the 86 locations indicated by (K) shown in the figure, then install the cabin side outer frame (outer front pillar outer).
Front Frame (Rear) Removal [Panel Replacement]
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Removal Procedure
1. Drill the 33 locations shown in the figure.
NOTE:
When drilling, do not drill a hole all the way through or there could be
a problem when installing ...
Front 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:
Clutch Fluid Replacement/Air Bleeding [C66 M R]
CAUTION:
Do not allow clutch fluid to get on a painted surface. Clutch fluid contains
properties which can dissolve the paint. If clutch fluid gets on a painted surface,
wash it off with water immediately and wipe the area off completely.
Do not mix different types of clutch fl ...
Clock Spring Adjustment [Two Step Deployment Control System]
1. Set the front wheels straight ahead.
CAUTION:
The clock spring will break if over?wound. Do not forcibly turn the clock
spring.
2. Turn the clock spring clockwise until it stops.
3. Turn the clock spring counterclockwise approx. 2 turns.
4. Align the mark on the clo ...
Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire.
• Steering becomes difficult.
• The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
• The vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road
and out of the way ...
