Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Side Sill Panel Installation [Panel Replacement]

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Installation Procedure

Side sill (front side)

1. When installing new parts, measure and adjust the body as necessary to conform with standard dimensions.

2. Drill holes for the plug welding before installing the new parts.

3. After temporarily installing new parts, make sure the related parts fit properly.

4. Cut and join the 2 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.

5. Plug weld the 18 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure, then cabin side outer frame (outer side sill).

Side sill (component)

1. When installing new parts, measure and adjust the body as necessary to conform with standard dimensions.

2. Drill holes for the plug welding before installing the new parts.

3. After temporarily installing new parts, make sure the related parts fit properly.

4. Drill the 4 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure, then remove the upper side sill reinforcement from the new side sill reinforcement.

5. Plug weld the 32 locations indicated by (B) shown in the figure.

6. Plug weld the 3 locations indicated by (C) shown in the figure, then install the side sill reinforcement.

7. Plug weld the 6 locations indicated by (D) shown in the figure, then install the upper side sill reinforcement.

8. Plug weld the 2 locations indicated by (E) shown in the figure, then install the front fender set bracket.

9. Cut and join the 3 locations indicated by (F) shown in the figure.

10. Plug weld the 120 locations indicated by (G) shown in the figure, then install the cabin side outer frame (outer side sill).