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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20086 S SPORT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 423 (SECURITY SYSTEM AND LOCKS SYSTEM)FUEL-FILLER LID AND OPENER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, Standard

Fuel-Filler Lid And Opener Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda 6 s Sport, 4D Hatchback, StandardSECTION Fuel-Filler Lid And Opener Removal/Installation

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To remove the fuel-filler lid opener, remove the left side rear side trim. (See REAR SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
To remove the fuel-filler lid opener cable, perform the following.
1. Remove the driver's seat. (See FRONT SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove the driver-side B-pillar lower trim. (See B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Remove the driver-side front scuff plate. (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Remove the driver-side rear scuff plate. (See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Remove the driver-side C-pillar trim. (See C-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the table.

Fig 1: Removing Fuel-Filler Lid And Opener
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Adjust the fuel-filler lid. (See FUEL-FILLER LID ADJUSTMENT .)

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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.