Mazda 3 Quiz
Body

A Pillar Trim Removal/Installation

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1. Partially peel back the seaming welt.

2. Pull the upper end of the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and remove clip A and B.


3. Cut the lead wire connecting clip B and grommet using a nipper and pull out the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.


CAUTION:

  • When pulling out the A-pillar trim, be careful not to damage the tabs C.

4. Move the hook in the direction of arrows (1) and (2) shown in the figure using a flathead screwdriver and detach it from the A-pillar inner panel.


5. Remove the grommet in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in the figure.

6. When installing the A-pillar, install the new clip B and grommet to the A-pillar trim in advance.

7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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