Front Door Removal/Installation: Notes

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda MPV. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING:

Removing the front door without supporting it can be dangerous. The front door may fall and injure you. Always perform these procedure together with at least another person.

Disconnect the negative battery cable.
Remove the front fender panel. (See FRONT FENDER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the door speaker. (See FRONT DOOR SPEAKER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove in the order indicated in the illustration.

Fig 1: Removal Order Of Front Door
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Front Door
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Adjust the front door. (See FRONT DOOR ADJUSTMENT .)