Front Side Trim Removal/Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda RX-8. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the inner scuff plate. (See INNER SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Partially peel back the seaming welt.
Pull the front side trim in the direction of the arrow and detach clips A and locator pin B.
Detach the tab D, then remove the front side trim.
Install in the reverse order of removal.

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Side Trim
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.