Front Beltline Molding; Rear Finisher; Beltline Molding; Windshield Molding - Mazda MX-5 1990 Workshop Manual

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PRIMER
S-28
MOLDING AND GARNISH
05UOSX-036
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05UOSX-037
05UOSX-038
05UOSX-039
Removal Note
Front beltline molding
1_ Remove
the door mirror. (Refer to page
8-30.)
2. Remove
the front beltline molding.
Caution
• Do not damage the body.
Note
• The clips are where shown in the figure.
Rear finisher
1. Remove the rear combination light. (Refer to Section T.)
2. Remove the rear finisher.
Note
• The clips are where shown in the figure.
Beltline molding
Remove the convertible top for removal of the beltline mold-
ing. (Refer to page S-61.)
Installation Note
Windshield molding
1 . Remove the windshield. (Refer to page 8-38.)
2. Install the windshield. (Refer to page S-38.)
3. Apply primer with a brush to the bonding area of the new
upper molding, and allow it to dry for approx. 30 minutes.
Caution
• Keep the area free of dirt and grease. Do not touch
the surface. If primer gets on the skin, remove it im-
mediately.
Caution
• Lower the convertible top to prevent the glass from
being pushed out by air pressure if a door is closed.
4. Align the center mark in the molding with the glass mark
(CD).
5. Install the upper portions of the molding into the body (@).
6. Push the corner of the molding into the body
(@).
7. Push the side portions of the molding into the body, begin-
ning from the bottom
(@).
8. Check for water leaks. If a leak is found, wipe the water off
well and repeat the installation.
Hardening time of repair seal
Temperature Surface hardening time
Time required until car
can be put into service
5°G (41°F) Approx. 1.5 hr 12 hr
20°C (68°F) Approx.
1
hr
4 hr
3S o C (9S0F)
Approx. 10 min 2 hr