Mazda 5. Manual - part 55

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GENERAL INFORMATION 

Body Dimensions (Straight-line Dimensions)

• Straight-line dimensions are the actual dimensions between two standard points.

• When there are no specific indications, the standard points and dimensions are symmetrical in regard to the 

center of the vehicle.

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FRONT FENDER INSTALLATION NUT

STRAIGHT-LINE DIMENSIONS

{32.17}

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Example

Symbols of Body Dimensions

• The following 8 symbols are used to indicate the standard points.

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1,128

{44.41}

A

B

C

H

D

I

E

F

G

1,398

{55.04}

1,406

{55.35}

{42.01}

1,067

799

{31.46}

1,263

{49.72}

1,048

{41.26}

{33.50}

A

F

G

B

H

I

C

D

E,E'

Fr

Fr

Fr

Fr

Fr

Fr

Fr

Fr

Fr

Front pillar inner designation

Front pillar inner designation

Front floor pan designation

Adjuster installation hole

Trim installation hole
Harness installation hole

Chaker bracket installation hole

Chaker bracket installation hole

A

B

C

D

E

F
G

H

I

f16 

f17 

f16 

M14

f31 

f12 

f16 

f18 

17 ´ 29.5

Harness installation hole

Point

symbol

Designation

Hole diameter

or bolt or nut 

size mm {in}

Point

symbol

Designation

Hole diameter

or bolt or nut 

size mm {in}

Shows bolt size

Shows hole diameter

Shows 
slot

851

ROOM STRAIGHT-LINE DIMENSIONS (1)

Shows vehicle section

Shows dimension location 

Shows outline drawing

Shows point 
symbol

Shows point indication
Without apostrophe:RH

With apostrophe:LH

Shows details of the standard 
point location

Shows position and shape of the points

Shows dimension

No indication are shown
within the outline drawing.

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SYMBOL

MEANING

SYMBOL

MEANING

Center of circular hole

Center elliptical hole

Notch

Panel seam, bead, etc.

Bolt tip

(arrow only)

Center of rectangular-shaped hole

Edge of rectangular-shaped hole

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SERVICE PRECAUTIONS

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Arrangement of Workshop

• Arrangement of the workshop is important for safe and efficient work.

Safety Precautions

• Protective head covering and safety shoes should 

always be worn. Depending upon the nature of 
the work, gloves, safety glasses, ear protectors, 
face shield, etc., should also be used.

Vehicle Protection

• Use seat covers and floor covers.

• Use heat-resistant protective covers to protect glass areas and seats from heat or sparks during welding.

• Protect items such as moldings, garnishes, and 

ornaments with tape when welding.

Remove Dangerous Articles

• Remove the fuel tank before using an open flame 

in that area. Plug connection piping to prevent 
fuel leakage.

Use of Pulling Equipment

• When using pulling equipment, keep away from 

the pulling area and use safety wires to prevent 
accidents.

Welding
glasses

Ear
protectors

Weldlng
gloves

Cotton
gloves

Dust mask Safety glasses

Face shield

Safety shoes

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Safety wires

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Prevent Short Circuits

• Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.

• Disconnect the battery cables.

• Securely connect the welding machine ground 

near the welding area.

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EFFICIENT REMOVAL OF BODY PANELS

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Body Measurements

• Before removal or rough-cutting, first measure the 

body at and around the damaged area against 
the standard reference dimension specifications. 
If there is deformation, use frame repair 
equipment to make a rough correction.

Prevention of Body Deformation

• Use a clamp or a jack for removal and reinforce at 

and around the rough-cutting location to prevent 
deforming of the body.

Battery cable

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Ground

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