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Liftgate Adjustment

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  1. Measure the gap and height between the liftgate and the body.
  2. To measure the distance d, measure within 484 mm {19.1 in}  right and left from the center of the liftgate.

    Clearance 

    a: 7.5-9.5 mm {0.30-0.37 in} 

    b: -0.5-1.5 mm {-0.019-0.059 in} 

    c: -0.7-1.7 mm {-0.027-0.066 in} 

    d: 4.3-10.3 mm {0.17-0.41 in} 

  3. Loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts or the liftgate striker installation screws, and reposition the liftgate.
  4. Tighten the bolts or screws.
    Fig 1: Measuring Gap And Height Between Liftgate And Body
    G01915001Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.