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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 183 (DOORS AND LIFTGATE)LIFTGATE ADJUSTMENT
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard
Liftgate Adjustment
2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Liftgate Adjustment
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- Measure the gap and height between the liftgate and the body.
- If not as specified, loosen the liftgate hinge installation bolts or the liftgate striker installation screws, and reposition the liftgate. (See LIFTGATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See LIFTGATE LOCK STRIKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Clearance
- a: 6.8-9.8 mm {0.27-0.38 in}
- b: -2.5-0 mm {-0.09-0 in}
- c: 3.5-7.5 mm {0.14-0.29 in}
- d: -3.0-1.0 mm {-0.11-0.03 in}
- e: 3.5-7.5 mm {0.14-0.29 in}
- f: -3.7-03 mm {-0.14-0.01 in}
- g: 4.5-9.5 mm {0.18-0.37 in}
- Tighten the bolts or screws.
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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.