Opening rear hatch from inside

JONSOLOW13

MEMBER
2014 MAZDA 5
2.5L
4 CYL
2WD
AUTOMATIC
161,000 MILES

The rear outside hatch mechanism to my vehicle listed above is broken. Hatch is closed but won't open. Can you show me where the safety release on the inside of the hatch is located?

I'll keep you posted on our repair of the driver's outside door handle mechanism.

Thanks as always,

Jon

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JACOBANDNICKOLAS

MECHANIC
108,179 POSTS

Hi,

Here are the directions for the manual release. The attached pics correlate with the directions.

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2014 Mazda 5 L4-2.5L
Liftgate Latch Manual Release Procedure
Vehicle Body and Frame Doors, Hood and Trunk Trunk / Liftgate Trunk / Liftgate Latch Service and Repair Procedures Liftgate Latch Manual Release Procedure
LIFTGATE LATCH MANUAL RELEASE PROCEDURE
2014 - Mazda5 - Body and Accessories

LIFTGATE LATCH MANUAL RELEASE PROCEDURE

NOTE:

- If the liftgate cannot be unlocked or opened due to a discharged battery or malfunction in the electrical system, it can be opened using the following procedure.

1. Remove the cover.

Pic 1

CAUTION:

- Wear gloves when performing the procedure. The body edge can injure bare hands.

2. Move the liftgate latch release lever shown in the figure to the right to unlock the liftgate.

Pic 2

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Let me know if this helps.

Take care,
Joe

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