Mazda MX-3 silhouetteMX-3

Molding

S-26prose procedure
Continued from S-25

Removal note

Liftgate molding

Vertical window molding

Installation note

Liftgate molding

Installation note — Liftgate molding

  1. 1
    Apply protective tape along the upper edge of the liftgate to protect it from damage.
    Installation note step: cross-section of the liftgate molding joint with a razor knife cutting the sealant. Callouts label RAZOR KNIFE and PROTECTIVE TAPE; a hand holds the razor knife along the upper liftgate edge.
  2. 2
    Cut the upper sealant by using a razor knife as shown.
  3. 3
    Insert the blade of the SST into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the liftgate as shown.
    Cross-section showing SST 49 G050 1A0 blade inserted into the sealant, cutting near the liftgate. A hand pulls the tool's bar.
  4. 4
    Insert the blade of the SST into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near the glass as shown.
    Cross-section showing SST 49 G050 1A0 blade inserted into the sealant, cutting near the glass; dimension callout '2-3 (0.08-0.12)' mm (in). A hand pulls the tool's bar.
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