Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 183 (DOORS AND LIFTGATE)SLIDING DOOR DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLYNOTES
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard
Sliding Door Disassembly/Assembly: Notes
2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Notes
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Lower or raise the rear door glass so that the distance from the top of the rear door glass at the rear end to the upper part of the rear beltline molding is 260 mm {10 in}.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the sliding door trim. (See SLIDING DOOR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- To remove the rear door glass, remove the rear belting molding. (See REAR BELTLINE MOLDING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Disassemble in the order indicated in the illustration.
- Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.