Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Windshield Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
c. Rain sensor (with auto light/wiper system).
d. Auto-dimming mirror (with auto-dimming mirror).
e. Rearview mirror (without auto-dimming mirror).
f. A-pillar trim.
g. Sunvisor.
h. Front map light.
i. Assist handle.
3. Set the headliner out of the way.
4. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.
NOTE:
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Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
5. Remove the windshield molding by pulling it outward.
NOTE:
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If the windshield molding is difficult to remove, warm the windshield molding using a hot air blower.
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The windshield molding is a replacement part.
Not Reusing Windshield
WARNING:
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Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using piano wire.
NOTE:
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If it is difficult to cut sealant, use piano wire and follow the procedure under “Reusing Windshield”.
1. Cut out the sealant all around the glass using a sealant remover.
2. Remove the windshield.
Reusing Windshield
WARNING:
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Using piano wire with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using piano wire.
CAUTION:
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Because the lens for rainfall/illumination level detection is integrated with the windshield, the auto light/wiper systems may not operate correctly if the lens is damaged. When removing the windshield, be careful not to damage the lens. If the lens is damaged, replace the windshield.
NOTE:
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Before removing the windshield from the body, mark the position of the windshield by affixing tape to the windshield and body panel.
1. Avoiding the pin on the inside of the vehicle, insert piano wire which has been cut to sufficient length.
2. Wind each end of piano wire around a bar.
NOTE:
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Use a long sawing action to spread the work over the whole length of piano wire to prevent it from breaking due to localized heating.
3. Secure one end of piano wire, and while pulling the other end, cut the sealant around the windshield.
4. Pinch the pin from the inside of the vehicle and detach it.
5. Remove the windshield.
6. If the pin is damaged, remove the pin.
NOTE:
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Before removing the pin from the windshield glass, place an alignment mark on the windshield.
Windshield Installation
WARNING:
Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves
when using a utility knife.
CAUTION:
If a door is opened or closed when all the window glas ...
Horn
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Other materials:
Low And Reverse Brake [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Purpose/Function
The low and reverse brake stops the rotation of the front internal gear and
rear planetary carrier while in 1GR and in reverse, locking them to the transaxle
case.
Construction
The low and reverse brake consist of the following parts shown in the figure.
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Exterior Care
The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition
and methods of application.
Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint's protective properties, if
proper care is not taken.
Here are some examples of possible damage, with tips on how to preven ...
Engine Oil Level Inspection
1. Position the vehicle on level ground.
2. Warm up the engine.
3. Stop the engine and allow at least 5 min before continuing.
4. Remove the dipstick, wipe it cleanly, and reinstall it fully.
5. Remove the dipstick and verify that the oil level is between the F and L marks
on the dipstick. ...
