Rear Sash Molding Removal

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WARNING:

Using a utility knife with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using a utility knife.

Remove the rear door garnish. (rear side) (See REAR DOOR GARNISH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the double-sided adhesive tape in the position shown in the figure using the utility knife.
CAUTION:
- When remove the double-sided adhesive tape, be careful not to damage clip A.
Fig 1: Removing Rear Sash Molding Double-Sided Adhesive Tape
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver shown in the figure and remove the protector in the direction of arrow (1).

Fig 2: Removing Protector
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver shown in the figure and remove clips A in the direction of arrow (2).

Fig 3: Removing Rear Sash Molding Clips
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Remove the rear sash molding in the direction of arrow in the order of (3), (4) shown in the figure.