07 Mazda 3 Trunk Seal Repair

[@KevBounce]

This relaxes me.

[@lauarriagada3872]

Cuando subirás más videos de las reparaciones de tu mazda 3???

[@SurferBum1002]

Thank you!

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

Most welcome!

[@shatchett0]

I much prefer the lines on these early models. Great looking cars.

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

Same. Although those new Mazda3's (2013-16ish?) are kind of neat.

[@pete7019]

At 1:50 what part of the seal are pointing at that goes at bottom center to start?

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

There is a line (or indentation) marked on the rubber seal. I used that indentation as a marker to line up the seal with the bottom part of the trunk lid latch.

[@joshm2155]

hi where did you buy this seal from cant seem to find them anywhere, or can you just buy any and it will fit??

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

Local Mazda dealership

[@Mattyice-84]

Hi I know it's old video where you get the seal from

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

Hi. Mazda dealership.

[@Mattyice-84]

Thanks for the help with the part #. This video was very helpful.

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

@@Mattyice-84 Cheers!

[@quantum927]

It would've been nice to know how to remove the plastic around the latch

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

To remove the plastic trim around the trunk latch, view the following video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/n52spXt4pqitrLs

[@magiusavvail]

Is there any cure time after it's installed? I just put mine on and I want to test it out, but not sure if I should wait a bit or not...

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

Hi, sorry for the significant delay is response. From what I remember, no, there is no cure time. However, I think 24 hours is more than enough just as a precautionary measure.

[@Moccalocca100]

Why didnt u glue it it with silicone?

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

The new OEM weather strip has special adhesive built in. The Mazda dealer called it "Pinch-weld," which I know the term is usually used for something completely different. Nevertheless, one just has to place the rubber seal on and press tightly with their fingers. No adhesive, glue, or silicone necessary with this particular trunk rubber seal on this make and model as the new seal has some sort of special glue/sealant inside. So, all one needs to do is press the new seal on and it's good to go. Confirmed this with a Mazda technician.

[@Moccalocca100]

@@mikeschmeeedotcom thats very handy. I had to use silicone and it got very messy

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

@@Moccalocca100 Interesting. Was the item that you installed an OEM part or aftermarket?

[@hussein87mohamad92]

Should we put a new one؟

[@pjmuffin]

Where is the weatherstripping adhesive?

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

The new OEM weather strip has special adhesive built in. The Mazda dealer called it "Pinch-weld," which I know the term is usually used for something completely different. Nevertheless, one just has to place the rubber seal on and press tightly with fingers. No adhesive necessary with this particular trunk rubber seal on this make and model.

[@misterpogi3673]

Did you use glue?

[@mikeschmeeedotcom]

No, the new seal has some sort of special glue/sealant inside. So, all one needs to do is press the new seal on and it's good to go. Confirmed this with a Mazda technician.

[@Moccalocca100]

@@mikeschmeeedotcomok thanks