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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20105 SPORT, 2.3 L, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 580 (SEATS)SECOND-ROW SEAT DISASSEMBLY/ASSEMBLYRECLINER LEVER REMOVAL NOTE

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, Standard

Recliner Lever Removal Note

2010 Mazda 5 Sport, 2.3 L, StandardSECTION Recliner Lever Removal Note

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Mazda 5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Raise the seat cushion.

Fig 1: Identifying Seat Cushion And Seat Back
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Lay the seat on its side with the recliner lever facing upward.

Fig 2: Identifying Recliner Lever And Second-Row Seat
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While pushing the recliner lever in the direction of the arrow, remove the screw.

Fig 3: Pushing Recliner Lever
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Remove the side cover clips from the seat cushion frame using the fastener remover.
Put the seat in the Step 1 condition.
Remove the recliner lever clip using the following procedure.
CAUTION:
- Perform the following procedures while keeping the side cover lifted.
- The side cover may be damaged when it is lifted up.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Side Cover Clips From Seat Cushion Frame
  Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
1. Insert a hand into the position indicated in the figure and lift the side cover in the direction of the arrow.
  
  Fig 5: Lifting Side Cover
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2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
  
  Fig 6: Inserting Tape-Wrapped Flathead Screwdriver
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3. Remove the clip which is attached to the recliner lever by pressing it in the direction of the arrow.
Remove the recliner lever.

Fig 7: Removing Recliner Lever
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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.