Mazda 2005 Miata MX-5 User manual

2005 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT
Exterior Trim - MX-5 Miata
COWL GRILLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove the windshield wiper arm and blade. (See WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM AND BLADE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
Fig. 1: Removing Cowl Grille
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
BELTLINE MOLDING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove the rear package trim.
2. Remove the set plate.
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Remove the beltline molding.
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Fig. 2: Removing Beltline Molding
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5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
FRONT BELTLINE MOLDING REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
1. Remove the screws.
2. Pull front beltline molding upward to disengage the clips from the body and remove it.
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Fig. 3: Removing Front Beltline Molding
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3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
REAR WINDOW MOLDING REMOVAL
DETACHABLE HARDTOP
1. Pull the rear window moldin
g
to remove it.
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Fig. 4: Removing Rear Window Molding
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REAR WINDOW MOLDING INSTALLATION
DETACHABLE HARDTOP
1. Apply protective tape along the edge of the body to protect it from damage.
2. Cut the sealant using a razor as shown.
WARNING: Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear
gloves when using a razor.
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Fig. 5: Cutting Sealant Using Razor
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3. Insert the blade of the SST (Sealant Remover) into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near
the bod
y
as shown.
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Fig. 6: Cutting Sealant Near Body
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4. Insert the blade of the SST (Sealant Remover) into the sealant, and pull on the bar to cut the sealant near
the glass as shown.
5. Remove as much sealant as possible from between the body and the glass.
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Fig. 7: Cutting Sealant Near Glass (1 Of 2)
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6. Carefully clean around the edge of the glass and the adhesion surface of the body.
CAUTION: Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and do not touch the
surface or the primer may not properly bond to the surface of
the glass and body which may cause leaks to occur.
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Fig. 8: Cutting Sealant Near Glass (2 Of 2)
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7. Apply primer onto the bonding area of the new rear window molding using a brush. Allow the primer to
dry for approximately 30 minutes .
8. Appl
y
a 3.0 mm {0.12 in} bead of sealant between the
g
lass and the bod
y
.
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Fig. 9: Applying Primer Onto Bonding Area Of New Rear Window Molding
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9. Reshape the sealant as shown if necessar
y
.
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Fig. 10: Reshaping Sealant
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10. Install the rear window molding with the molding joint at the top.
If the molding is too long, cut the excess molding 10 mm {0.39 in} inside the molding joint edge.
Hardening time of sealant
SEALANT HARDENING TIME
TemperatureSurface hardening timeTime required until vehicle can be put into service
5°C {41°F} Approx.1.5 h Approx.12 h
20°C {68°F} Approx.1 h Approx.4 h
35°C {95°F} Approx.10 min Approx.2 h
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