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Liftgate Outer Handle Removal/Installation

  1. Remove the liftgate upper trim. (See LIFTGATE UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Remove the liftgate side trim. (See LIFTGATE SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  3. Remove the liftgate lower trim. (See LIFTGATE LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  4. Remove the nuts.
    Fig 1: Liftgate Outer Handle Nut & Torque Specification
    G04315192Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Detach the cable.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 2: Detaching Liftgate Cable
    G04315193Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.