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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2011CX-7 I SPORT, 2.5 5REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEWINDOWSGLASS/WINDOWS/MIRRORSWINDSHIELD REMOVALNOTES
2011 Mazda CX-7 i Sport, 2.5 5
Windshield Removal: Notes
2011 Mazda CX-7 i Sport, 2.5 5SECTION Notes
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the following parts:
- Windshield wiper arm and blade (See WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Cowl grille (See COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Rearview mirror (See REARVIEW MIRROR REMOVAL .)
- Sunvisor (See SUNVISOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Map light (See MAP LIGHT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- A-pillar trim (See A-PILLAR TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Assist handle (See ASSIST HANDLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Set the headliner out of the way.
- Apply protective tape along the edge of the body.NOTE:
- Overlap and adhere the protective tape to the corners to prevent damage.
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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.