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Liftgate Grommet Installation Note

CAUTION:
  • Always replace a new inner liftgate grommet when installing the liftgate grommet. If the inner liftgate grommet is removed, the tab connection may weaken and it may cause water leakage.
  1. Install the liftgate grommet using the following procedure:
    1. Engage a new inner liftgate grommet.
      G13178598Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    2. Align the inner liftgate grommet projection with the indentation on the liftgate grommet, and install it.
      G13178599Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      CAUTION:
      • Install the inner liftgate grommet so that there is no gap between the liftgate grommet and the inner liftgate grommet. Otherwise, it may cause water leakage.
    3. Press the inner liftgate grommet into the liftgate side as shown in the figure and engage the tabs of the inner liftgate grommet with the liftgate side.
      G13178600Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
      CAUTION:
      • After installing the liftgate, shake the inner liftgate grommet to verify that the tabs are securely engaged. If there is gap between the liftgate grommet and the liftgate, it may cause water leakage.