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2008 MAZDA 3

Trunk / Liftgate Latch

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TRUNK LID OPENER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
 1. To remove the trunk lid opener lever, remove the following part:
    1. Front scuff plate (Driver's side)

 2. When removing the trunk lid opener cable, perform the following procedure:
    1. Remove the following parts:
       1. Trunk end trim
       2. Rear seat
       3. Rear scuff plate (Driver's side)
       4. Tire house trim (Driver's side)
       5. B-pillar lower trim (Driver's side)

    2. Partially peel back the floor covering so that the trunk lid opener cable can be removed.
    3. Remove the trunk lid opener cable from the trunk lid lock striker.
    4. Remove the trunk lid opener cable from the clips A.

 3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
 4. Install in the reverse order of removal.


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TRUNK LID LATCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
 2. Remove the trunk lid trim.
 3. Detach the rod from the trunk lid key cylinder.


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 4. Disconnect the trunk lid latch switch connector.
 5. Remove the bolts, then remove the trunk lid latch and opener.
 6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
 7. Adjust the trunk lid.
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