Height Difference Adjustment

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Measure the height difference between the trunk lid and the body.

Fig 1: Measuring Height Difference Between Trunk Lid And Body
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Standard Clearance

a: -1.3-0.7 mm {-0.05-0.02 in}

b: -3.0-1.0 mm {-0.11 -0.03 in}
- If the height difference is out of the standard clearance or the trunk lid does not open/close smoothly, loosen the trunk lid lock striker installation bolts and adjust the trunk lid.
Loosen the bolts, and reposition the trunk lid lock striker. (See TRUNK LID LOCK STRIKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Tighten the bolts. (See TRUNK LID LOCK STRIKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Spray or pour water on the trunk lid and surrounding area using a hose or high pressure water pressure car wash and verify that there is no water leakage.