How Do You Lubricate The Hood/Trunk Latch In A Mazda6?
The Mazda6, also referred to as the Mazda Atenza, is a mid-sized car. If you own a 2002 or newer Mazda6, the manufacturer suggests you lubricate the hood and trunk latches every time you change your oil. It takes about 5 minutes to lubricate the latches; you should do so every 3,000 to 5,000 miles that you drive. Prep the hood or trunk latch before you lubricate it. You need to wipe down the external surfaces of the latch assembly, pick out debris from inside the assembly and swab out the interior of the latch assemblies. You can wrap a screwdriver in a cloth and use this to swab out the inside of your latch assembly. Search for and destroy rust spots on your latch. Rust will look like a red, orange, yellow or brown crust. Remove the rust spots using sandpaper or a wire brush. After you remove the rust, spray the area with WD-40, which will prevent rust from both spreading and developing. Spray the hood or trunk latch of your Mazda6 with a spray on lithium grease. Make sure you coat al
