1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the liftgate upper trim..
3. Remove the rear spoiler..
4. Disconnect the connector.

5. While pressing the high-mount brake light tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, press the high-mount brake light in the direction of arrow (2) to detach the high-mount brake light and liftgate.

6. Detach all the high-mount brake light tabs and liftgate and remove the high-mount brake light from the liftgate.

CAUTION:
If the high-mount brake light is removed from the liftgate, the high-mount brake light may fall off and be damaged. When removing the high-mount brake light from the liftgate, hold the high-mount brake light on the lens side with a hand during servicing.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
High Mount Brake Light
License Plate LightD Pillar Reinforcement (Lower) Installation [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
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 p ...
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the
proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator.
• Inspect the battery and its cable ...
Propeller Shaft Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
If the constant velocity joint is bent during propeller shaft removal/installation
or transportation after servicing, the constant velocity joint boot may contact
the metallic cover and the boot may be damaged. Insert a rag between the boot
and the metallic cover before ser ...