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Removal and Installation

NOTE:
  • Make sure the liftgate window glass is in the raised position.
  1. Remove the liftgate trim panel. See INTERIOR TRIM .
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Liftgate Window Latch
    G04322784Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Disconnect the liftgate window latch.
    1. Disconnect the liftgate window latch ajar switch electrical connector.
    2. Open the clip and disconnect the actuating rod.
      NOTE:
      • Mark the position of the liftgate window latch prior to removing the nuts.
  3. Fig 2: Removing Liftgate Window Latch Bolts
    G04322785Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the 2 bolts and the liftgate window latch.
    • To install, tighten to:
      • 5 N-m (0.5 kgf-m, 44 in-lbf) (vehicles built through 10/2005).
      • 12 N-m (1.2 kgf-m, 9 ft-lbf) (vehicles built after 10/2005).
      NOTE:
      • The liftgate window latch must be checked to make sure the latch is installed and aligned correctly.
  5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.