WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a utility knife.
NOTE:
Double-sided adhesive tape has already been attached to the new rear sash molding.
1. When installing a new rear sash molding, follow the procedure below:
a. Carefully remove the adhesive remaining on the body using a razor blade.
b. Remove any grease or dirt from the adhesion surface of the body.
2. Remove the adhesive remaining on the rear sash molding and the body using a razor blade.
a. Remove any grease or dirt from the adhesion surface of the rear sash molding and the body.
b. Apply primer to the bonding area of the rear sash molding.
c. Affix double-sided adhesive tape to the rear sash molding as shown in the figure.

NOTE:
As for the double-sided adhesive tape, use 3M GT7120 or equivalent.
3. Peel off the backing of the double-sided adhesive tape.
4. Hook tab A to the body in the position where clip B aligns with the sash holes.

5. Press the rear sash molding in the direction of the arrow and install clip B to the body.
CAUTION:
Do not press the rear sash molding in any place other than the rubber areas.
6. Press the rear sash molding from the vehicle front in the direction of the arrow and install tab C.
NOTE:
After installing the rear sash molding, verify that tabs A and C are connected properly to the body.
Rear Over Fender Removal/Installation
Rear Sash Molding RemovalStarter Interlock Switch [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Purpose, Function
The starter interlock switch mechanism prevents vehicle surge when the engine
is started, enhancing safety. The engine cannot be started unless the clutch
is depressed.
Construction
The mechanism is provided with a starter interlock switch on the circuit
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Power Metal Oxide Semiconductor Field Effect Transistor (Power Mos Fet) [Full
Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The power MOS FET controls the blower motor rotation speed.
Function
The power MOS FET controls the supply voltage to the blower motor based on
the gate voltage sent from the climate control unit, and adjusts the fan rotation
speed (airflow volume).
Constructi ...
Brake
Brake System
Foot Brake
Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal
use.
Should power-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater force than normal
to the brake pedal. But the distance required to stop will be greater than usual.
WARNING
Do not coast wi ...