How to fix trunk release handle sticking / stuck / stiff / broken

[aviator79]

I think this will be a problem many people will start to have as they reach 100k.
New handle part # is D35062410B can be had for ~$30 + shipping or $36 shipped on ebay
Parkmazdaoemparts.com has free ship on over $200 so even though part prices are a bit more if you can get free shipping it still costs less thru them.

Remove trunk release handle:

1. Take of trunk lid interior trim / liner:
   • Pop out the 15 or so trunk lid trim fasteners using a butter knife or something.
   • Remove handle (clipped in on sides).
2. Remove the trim piece above the license plate (covers handle/license plate lights):
   • Two (2) - 10mm nuts on lock cylinder:
     
     
     
     
     
   • Two (2) - 10mm nuts for trim.
     
     DS:
     
     
     
     
     
     PS:
     
     
     
     
     
     
   • Clip for wires that go to unlock button on GT model
     
     
     
   • Clip for trim on DS.
     
     
     
   • Plug for lock button on GT model.
     
     
     
   • License plate lights do not need to be removed. Pull trim off and place upside-down on top of open trunk by emblem.
     
     
     
3. Remove trunk release handle:
   Pic from outside:
   
   
   • Unclip lock assembly rod by sticking small flathead screwdrivers above and below this white plastic clip and pry to press down prongs and pull rod out to release white clip from handle.
     
     
     
   • Two (2) 8mm nuts.
     
     
     
     
     
4. Replace trunk release handle and put back together.*

* I repaired mine. You just need a rod with 4mm (5/32"=0.15625") OD that is about 100mm (4") long or m4 or 5/32 threaded rod see if you have a cheap screwdriver that has the right OD...
IDK if 15 (part # B45558411) is just the spring or the spring and rod or what:
2006 Mazda 6 Parts - Discount factory (OEM) Mazda parts and accessories at Park Mazda OEM Parts
This should work:

Dimart 45# Type Stainless Steel CNC Round Rod 9" x 5/32" Silver Tone - - Amazon.com

Dimart 45# Type Stainless Steel CNC Round Rod 9" x 5/32" Silver Tone - - Amazon.com
Dimart 45# Type Stainless Steel CNC Round Rod 9" x 5/32" Silver Tone - - Amazon.com

[rndmheroxx]

Toooooooo much work, I fixed the problem by simply washing out the handle area, then spraying silicone lubricant up near the springs on either side, the working it in by rocking the handle back and fourth until it got smooth..

Did mine several months ago and still works as new now.

Before the handle would not "return" after pulling it to unlatch the trunk.

[Poohster]

Thanks for "how to do" Did mine today.

[AeroZ]

Hi! Does D35062410B fit regular Mazda 6 (2006-2007) aswell or only Mazdaspeed? I'd say they're the same but I'm not expert.