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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA2023CX-5 SREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 41 (AIR BAG SYSTEM (SERVICE INFORMATION) - TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM)PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM]SCREW INSTALLATION NOTE
2023 Mazda CX-5 S

Screw Installation Note

2023 Mazda CX-5 SSECTION Screw Installation Note
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Mazda CX-5. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • The passenger-side air bag module fixing screws are set in the back side of the dashboard. Affix packing tape to phillips screwdriver so that the screws do not fall off while performing the work.
  1. Insert a phillips screwdriver into the screw groove and fix it with packing tape.
    Fig 1: Inserting Phillips Screwdriver Into Screw Groove
    G10937902Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  2. Tighten the screw halfway.
  3. Remove the packing tape.
    CAUTION:
    • If the packing tape is left in the vehicle when tightening the screw, it may become a source of noise. When tightening the screw, remove the packing tape so that it does not remain in the vehicle.
  4. Tighten the screw completely.
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