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Liftgate Lock Striker Removal/Installation: Notes

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  1. Remove the lock bezel on the trunk end trim. (See TRUNK END TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  2. Remove the bolts, then remove the liftgate lock striker. (See LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER INSTALLATION NOTE .)
    Fig 1: Liftgate Lock Striker Bolts Location
    G11467763Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install in the reverse order of removal.