Mazda 2005 3 4-DOOR - Manual (Page 78)

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qOpening and Closing the Liftgate
Opening the liftgate
Pull the handle and lift up the liftgate.
NOTE
If the vehicle battery is dead or there is
a malfunction in the electrical system
and the liftgate cannot be unlocked,
perform the following manual
procedure as an emergency measure to
unlock it:
1. Remove the cap on the interior
surface of the liftgate with a flathead
screwdriver.
Cap
2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock
the liftgate.
Lever
After performing this emergency
measure, have the vehicle inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
Closing the liftgate
Use both hands to push the liftgate down
until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.
Pull up on the liftgate to make sure it is
secure.
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