Remove and replace rear liftgate door/lock mechanism

JONSOLOW13

MEMBER
2014 MAZDA 5
2.5L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
171,000 MILES

Can you send me the instructions, with diagrams, to replace the entire lock mechanism with the actuator? As usual, thanks in advance for your unbelievable services.

Tuesday, October 6th, 2020 AT 8:19 AM

1 Reply

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
109,747 POSTS

Hi,

Here are the directions you asked for. Let me know if they help.

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2014 Mazda 5 L4-2.5L
Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
Vehicle Body and Frame Doors, Hood and Trunk Trunk / Liftgate Trunk / Liftgate Latch Service and Repair Removal and Replacement Liftgate Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
LIFTGATE LATCH AND LOCK ACTUATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
2014 - Mazda5 - Body and Accessories

LIFTGATE LATCH AND LOCK ACTUATOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the following parts:

a. Liftgate upper trim See: Trunk / Liftgate Moulding / Trim > Removal and Replacement > Liftgate Upper Trim Removal/Installation

b. Liftgate side trim See: Trunk / Liftgate Moulding / Trim > Removal and Replacement > Liftgate Side Trim Removal/Installation

c. Liftgate recess See: Trunk / Liftgate Moulding / Trim > Removal and Replacement > Liftgate Recess Removal/Installation

d. Liftgate lower trim See: Trunk / Liftgate Moulding / Trim > Removal and Replacement > Liftgate Lower Trim Removal/Installation

3. Remove the bolts.

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4. Disconnect the connector.

5. Remove the liftgate latch and lock actuator.

6. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Let me know if this helps or if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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