Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Side Sill Panel Installation [Panel Replacement]
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Installation Procedure
Side sill (front side)
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. Cut and join the 2 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
5. Plug weld the 18 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure, then cabin side outer frame (outer side sill).
Side sill (component)
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. Drill the 4 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure, then remove the upper side sill reinforcement from the new side sill reinforcement.
5. Plug weld the 32 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
6. Plug weld the 3 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure, then install the side sill reinforcement.
7. Plug weld the 6 locations indicated by (D) shown in the figure, then install the upper side sill reinforcement.
8. Plug weld the 2 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure, then install the front fender set bracket.
9. Cut and join the 3 locations indicated by (F) shown in the figure.
10. Plug weld the 120 locations indicated by (G) shown in the figure, then install the cabin side outer frame (outer side sill).
Side Garnish Removal
Front
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver in the position shown in the figure,
move it in the direction of the arrow (1) to remove the clip A.
2. Slide the side garnish in the direc ...
Side Sill Panel Removal [Panel Replacement]
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Removal Procedure
Side sill (front side)
1. Rough cut the 2 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 18 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.
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Other materials:
Intermediate Shaft Removal/Installation
WARNING:
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after continuous
turning of the steering mechanism which could cause burns if it is touched.
Before performing any servicing, verify that the steering column has cooled
off.
1. Rotate the steering wheel un ...
Tiedown Hooks
CAUTION
Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle.
They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during
shipping.
Using the eyelets for any other purpose could result in the vehicle being damaged.
Tiedown Hooks
1. Remove the tiedown eye ...
License Plate Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Liftgate upper trim.
b. Liftgate side trim.
c. Liftgate lower trim.
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. While pressing the license plate light tab in the direction of arrow (1) shown
in the figure, press the l ...
