Upper Panel Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mazda 6. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION:

When removing clip A, press the connecting part of the center lower panel with a hand to prevent damage to clip A.

Pull the upper panel in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1) and (2), then remove it while detaching the clip A, B and C.

Fig 1: Pulling Upper Panel In The Direction Of Arrow
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Move the upper panel in the direction of the arrow in the order of (3), and remove it.

Fig 2: Moving Upper Panel In The Direction Of Arrow
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Install in the reverse order of removal.