Rear Door Removal/Installation

Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION .)
Remove the bolt.

Fig 1: Rear Door Bolt With Torque Specifications
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While pressing the tab in the direction of arrow (1), disconnect the connector in the direction of arrow (2).

Fig 2: Pressing Rear Door Tab
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Remove the bolt.
WARNING:
- Removing the rear door without supporting it could cause the rear door to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least one other person to prevent the rear door from falling.
Fig 3: Rear Door Bolt With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the rear door.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Adjust the rear door. (See DOOR ADJUSTMENT .)