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Liftgate Outer Handle Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  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
    G04956840Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  5. Detach the cable.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
    Fig 2: Detaching Liftgate Cable
    G04956841Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.