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Liftgate Adjustment

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Measure the gap and height between the liftgate and the body.

    Clearance 

    1. a: 6.8-9.8 mm {0.27-0.38 in}
    2. b: -2.5-0 mm {-0.09-0 in}
    3. c: 3.5-7.5 mm {0.14-0.29 in}
    4. d: -3.0-1.0 mm {-0.11-0.03 in}
    5. e: 3.5-7.5 mm {0.14-0.29 in}
    6. f: -3.7-03 mm {-0.14-0.01 in}
    7. g: 4.5-9.5 mm {0.18-0.37 in}
  2. Tighten the bolts or screws.
    Fig 1: Measuring Gap & Height Between Liftgate & Body
    G00997931Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.