Liftgate Adjustment

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Measure the gap and height between the liftgate and the body.
- If not as specified, loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts or the liftgate striker installation screws, and reposition the liftgate. See LIFTGATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION . See LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .
Clearance
1. a: 6.8-9.8 mm {0.27-0.38 in}
2. b: -2.5-0 mm {-0.09-0 in}
3. c: 3.5-7.5 mm {0.14-0.29 in}
4. d: -3.0-1.0 mm {-0.11-0.03 in}
5. e: 3.5-7.5 mm {0.14-0.29 in}
6. f: -3.7-0.3 mm {-0.14-0.01 in}
7. g: 4.5-9.5 mm {0.18-0.37 in}
Fig 1: Adjusting Liftgate
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Tighten the bolts or screws.