Fuel-filler Lid Opener

Open the fuel-filler lid.
Remove the following parts:
1. Trunk board (See TRUNK BOARD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Bass-box (with Bose®) (See BASS-BOX REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Sub-trunk (See SUB-TRUNK REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Trunk end trim (See TRUNK END TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Pull back the trunk side trim (LH) to a position which allows for the removal of the fuel-filler lid opener. (See TRUNK SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the nut.

Fig 1: Locating Fuel-Filler Lid Opener Nut
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
While pressing the tabs of the stopper bracket in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure, press it in the direction of arrow (2) to detach it from the body.

Fig 2: Pressing Tabs Of Stopper Bracket
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Detach all the stopper bracket tabs from the body and remove the stopper bracket.
Remove the fuel-filler lid opener in the direction of the arrow.

Fig 3: Removing Fuel-Filler Lid Opener
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Disconnect the fuel-filler lid opener cable from the fuel-filler lid opener.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Fuel-Filler Lid Opener Cable
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.