TSB: 09-009/06

2004-2006 MAZDA3 - REAR SEAT CUSHION - LOCKS STICK TO SEAT DURING REMOVAL

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS

2004-2006 Mazda3 vehicles with VINs lower than JM1 BK**** ** 497811 ( produced before March 1, 2006)

DESCRIPTION

On Mazda3 vehilces, locks are fitted to the floor to attach the rear seat cushion to the vehicle. In some cases the locks may not remain attached to the body and may come off with the rear seat cushion when the cushion is removed for service.

As a mass production change, updated locks will be installed in vehicles produced after March 1, 2006. This service bulletin is being published as an aid to identify defective locks and inform of updated locks.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Remove the seat cushion from the vehicle.

2. Inspect the underside of the seat cushion. If the lock remains attached to the rear seat cushion hooks when the cushion is removed, go to next step.

3. Check the tabs on the sides of the locks.
4. Install rear seat cushion and verify repair by moderately pulling upon rear seat cushion.

PART(S) INFORMATION



Part Number

Description

Qty.

Notes

BP4K-57-529A

Lock

1

One each side (L/R)

WARRANTY INFORMATION

NOTE:



Warranty Type

A

Symptom Code

92

Damage Code

9E

Part Number Main Cause

BP4K-57-529A

Quantity

1 or 2

Operation Number / Labor Hours:

XXB284RX / 0.2 Hrs


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