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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2008CX-7 TOURING, 2.3 3, AWDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIMINTERIOR TRIMCENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWD

Center Panel Removal/Installation

2008 Mazda CX-7 Touring, 2.3 3, AWDSECTION Center Panel Removal/Installation

Remove the following parts:
1. Front scuff plate inner (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Front side trim (See FRONT SIDE TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
3. Console panel (See CONSOLE PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Console (See CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Hood release lever (See HOOD LATCH AND RELEASE LEVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
6. Lower panel (See LOWER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and slide it in the direction of arrow (1).
After sliding the flathead screwdriver, insert it in the direction of arrow (2) and remove clip A.
CAUTION:
- Insert a flathead screwdriver until clip A can be removed while being careful not to allow the climate control unit to be damaged.
Remove clip A on the opposite side in the same procedure.

Fig 1: Inserting Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver Into Service Hole
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole and lift up the center panel with clips B pressed in, then remove clips B.
Pull the center panel outward and detach clips C.
Remove the center panel.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 2: Removing Clips B
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

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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.