Gap Adjustment

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Verify that the gap between the hood and the body is within the specification.

Fig 1: Adjusting Gap Between Hood And Body
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Standard clearance

a: 1.7-5.3 mm {0.07-0.20 in}

b: 2.5-4.5 mm {0.10-0.17 in}
- If the measured value exceeds the standard clearance, adjust the hood using the following procedure.
Loosen the bolts and adjust the hood.

Fig 2: Adjusting Hood
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Tighten the bolts. (See HOOD REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)