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Insulator Removal Note

CAUTION:
  • Be careful not to damage the fuel tank when removing the rivet. If the fuel tank is damaged, it may cause fuel leakage.
NOTE:
  • The insulator is installed using rivets.
  • When reinstalling the rivet, install the same rivet or M5 bolt and nut.
  1. Push out the mandrel using a hammer and punch (2-2.8 mm {0.08-0.11 in}  diameter).
  2. Fig 1: Pushing Out Mandrel Using Hammer & Punch
    G04317914Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Remove the flange using a drill (5 mm {0.20 in}  drill bit).
    Fig 2: Removing Flange Using Drill
    G04317915Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.