{"product_id":"mazda-rx-8-se3p-2003-2012-tailgate-bootlid-release-switch-button-15a604","title":"Mazda RX-8 SE3P 2003-2012 Tailgate Bootlid Release Switch Button 15A604","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1\"\u003e\n\u003ctitle\u003eMazda RX-8 SE3P 2003-2012 Tailgate Bootlid Release Switch Button 15A604\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  :root{\n    --bg:#09090b;\n    --panel:#111115;\n    --panel2:#16161c;\n    --gold:#c8a45d;\n    --gold2:#e4cc98;\n    --silver:#c9ced8;\n    --text:#f3f5f7;\n    --muted:#aeb4bf;\n    --line:rgba(200,164,93,.35);\n    --shadow:0 20px 60px rgba(0,0,0,.38);\n  }\n  *{box-sizing:border-box}\n  html,body{margin:0;padding:0;background:linear-gradient(180deg,#08080a 0%, #121216 100%);color:var(--text);font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:18px;line-height:1.7}\n  img{max-width:100%}\n  .wrap{max-width:1120px;margin:0 auto;padding:18px}\n  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Tailgate Bootlid Release Switch Button 15A604\u003c\/h1\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"sub\"\u003eLuxury high-readability layout for a used Mazda rear boot release switch. Designed for clear fitment, reduced returns, stronger search visibility, and a premium showroom-style presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"pills\"\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eRear tailgate \/ bootlid release\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eMazda RX-8 SE3P fitment\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eUsed original Mazda part\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eNo VAT charged\u003c\/span\u003e\n        \u003cspan class=\"pill\"\u003eWorldwide via eBay GSP\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eSEO Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis Mazda RX-8 tailgate \/ bootlid release switch button is part number \u003cstrong\u003e15A604\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a rear exterior release switch used to open the boot lid \/ tailgate from the vehicle. Match the part number, photographs, and VIN before purchase to make sure the part and connector style are correct for your car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThis listing is written for the \u003cstrong\u003eMazda RX-8 (SE3P)\u003c\/strong\u003e platform only. The verified catalog range for RX-8 covers production windows from 2003 through 2012, with market-specific start dates and facelift breaks shown below. Do not use this template to claim RX-7 fitment unless you have VIN-verified evidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eWhat the part does\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe switch controls the rear tailgate \/ boot release. A worn or failed switch can cause the boot to stop opening properly, operate intermittently, or require repeated presses before the latch responds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eSymptoms of a faulty switch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"note\"\u003eCommon signs include no boot release response, intermittent opening, a sticking button, inconsistent latch operation, or the need to press repeatedly to open the tailgate.\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eVehicle Reference Photos\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"gallery\"\u003e\n          \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/upload.wikimedia.org\/wikipedia\/commons\/8\/8e\/2004_Mazda_RX-8_Boot.jpg\" alt=\"Mazda RX-8 rear boot open reference photo\" loading=\"eager\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\"\u003e\n            \u003cfigcaption\u003eRX-8 rear boot \/ tailgate reference image. Use this to compare the hatch area and release-button location.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n          \u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.jdpower.com\/HistoricalImagesIOF\/MultiView\/Transparent\/640\/CAB70MAC161A0\/CAB70MAC161A01303.png\" alt=\"Mazda RX-8 exterior reference photo\" loading=\"eager\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\"\u003e\n            \u003cfigcaption\u003eRX-8 exterior reference photo to help match the correct body style before ordering.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n          \u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/info.archon-interactive.com\/hubfs\/shutterstock_453103507.jpg\" alt=\"Warehouse dispatch stock photo\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\"\u003e\n            \u003cfigcaption\u003eWarehouse stock image showing boxed items staged for dispatch.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n          \u003c\/figure\u003e\n          \u003cfigure\u003e\n            \u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/puebla.contrareplica.mx\/uploads\/2026\/02\/25\/normal\/a103757226e33ce8e797e7881255ac39.jpg\" alt=\"Mechanic garage workshop photo\" loading=\"lazy\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer\"\u003e\n            \u003cfigcaption\u003eMechanic workshop image for a premium service-oriented layout.\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n          \u003c\/figure\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n      \u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eVerified Fitment Table\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003ctable\u003e\n          \u003cthead\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003cth style=\"width:22%\"\u003eVehicle\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003cth style=\"width:18%\"\u003eChassis \/ Market\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003cth style=\"width:30%\"\u003eVerified production range\u003c\/th\u003e\n              \u003cth\u003eListing note\u003c\/th\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/thead\u003e\n          \u003ctbody\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eMazda RX-8\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eSE3P\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003e04.2003-06.2012 overall catalog range, with market-specific start dates of 02.2003 (Japan), 03.2003 (Asia \/ Middle East), and 04.2003 (Europe); facelift references appear from 03.2008 \/ 04.2008.\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003ePublish as the verified fitment line only if the VIN and photos match your donor vehicle.\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n            \u003ctr\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eMazda RX-7\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eNot verified\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eNot supported by the sources checked for part 15A604.\u003c\/td\u003e\n              \u003ctd\u003eDo not publish RX-7 fitment without VIN evidence.\u003c\/td\u003e\n            \u003c\/tr\u003e\n          \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n        \u003c\/table\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"small\" style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eOther marketplace examples also show 15A604 on a Mazda MX-5 III NC 2009 listing, but this template does not treat that as verified interchange. Keep only what you can prove by VIN \/ part-number match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n      \u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eFitting Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"steps\"\u003e\n          \u003col\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eDisconnect the battery if your repair procedure requires electrical isolation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eOpen the rear hatch and access the trim surrounding the release switch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eRemove the trim carefully with non-marring trim tools.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eUnplug the switch connector and inspect for damage, corrosion, or broken clips.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eTransfer the switch \/ fit the replacement unit and secure it correctly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eReinstall the trim, then test the tailgate release several times before handover.\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ol\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eRequired tools\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"tools\"\u003e\n          \u003cul\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eTrim removal tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eSmall flat screwdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003ePhillips screwdriver\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003e10 mm socket set if needed for trim fasteners\u003c\/li\u003e\n            \u003cli\u003eGloves and a clean cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n          \u003c\/ul\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n        \u003ch3\u003eEstimated repair time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAllow \u003cstrong\u003e30 to 60 minutes\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on trim access and experience level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/section\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"grid\"\u003e\n      \u003csection class=\"card\"\u003e\n        \u003ch2\u003eGarage Labour Estimate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eUse this as a manual estimate. Labour cost = \u003cstrong\u003ehours x hourly rate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"ratebox\"\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"small\"\u003e0.5 hour at £50\/hr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£25.00\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"small\"\u003e0.5 hour at £75\/hr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£37.50\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n          \u003cdiv class=\"rate\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"small\"\u003e0.5 hour at £100\/hr\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e£50.00\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003c\/div\u003e\n        \u003cp class=\"small\" style=\"margin-top:12px;\"\u003eEdit the hourly rate in the template if you want to show your own workshop pricing. 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