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2008 MAZDA 3

Rear Door

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REAR DOOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
 2. To remove the checker, remove the following parts:
    1. Regulator handle (Vehicles with manual window system)
    2. Rear door trim.
    3. Rear door speaker

 3. To remove the hinges, remove the following parts:
    1. Front scuff plate
    2. Rear scuff plate
    3. B-pillar lower trim

 4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
 5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
 6. Adjust the rear door.


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REAR DOOR UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

 1. Remove the following parts:
    1. Sail garnish (5 door)
    2. Regulator handle (Vehicles with manual window system)
    3. Rear door trim
    4. Rear door garnish (5 door)
    5. Rear beltline molding
    6. Rear door glass
    7. Rear door speaker

 2. Remove the rod from the outer handle.
 3. Disconnect the rear door wiring harness connector.


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 4. Remove tabs A and B, then remove the rear door wiring harness bracket.


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 5. Remove screws A, B, and the fastener.
 6. Remove the rear door unit.
 7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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