3 L4-2.5L (2010)
6. Attach vinyl tape to both pole guide bases (B) according the steps a-d.
a. Remove headrest.
b. Remove the seat trim and seat back pad according to 2010 Mazda3 MS3 online instructions or Workshop Manual (section 09-13 FRONT SEAT
BACK TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
c. Placing your hands on the trim, pull the pole guide (A) upward to remove while pushing hooks on both left and right sides.
Note:
Seat back pad and trim shown above are removed for illustration purposes.
d. Attach a small piece of vinyl tape (A) to left and right pole guide bases.
7. Reinstall the pole guides.
8. Reinstall the seat back pad and seat trim according to 2010 Mazda3 MS3 online instructions or Workshop Manual (section 09-13 FRONT SEAT
BACK TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).
9. Reinstall the headrest.
10. Verify repair.