Mazda 3 Owner's Manual page 499

Mazda3_8CV6-EA-12H_Edition2 Page499
Wednesday, October 17 2012 3:15 PM
NOTE
Remove the battery cover before performing
battery maintenance.
Battery cover
CAUTION
Ø Do not use a tool which applies
excessive force such as a
screwdriver or pliers.
If excessive force is applied to the
clips, they could be damaged.
To prevent damaging the battery
cover, remove/install the battery
cover using the following
procedure.
Removing battery cover
1 Detach the clip facing the side of
the vehicle first and pull it outward
with your finger approx. 4 mm (0.2
in). Then, lift the cover slightly to
clear the lock.
Form No.8CV6-EA-12H
Clip
Black plate (499,1)
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
2 Detach the clip facing the vehicle
interior first and pull it outward
with your finger approx. 4 mm (0.2
in). Then, lift the cover slightly to
clear the lock.
Clip
3 Pull out the battery cover being
careful not to allow it to contact
the cowl grille.
Battery cover
Cowl grille
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