I have dealt with this problem before at our bodyshop. Basically, a spring inside the latch has broke, and now there is no way to release the latch, even by manually pulling on the release lever at the latch. Prepare to replace the latch, as it is not repairable.
Be prepared to be working inside the car. To make it easier to work, unbolt the seat, and remove from the car. Remove the door panel, and also the door handle. You will have to chisel at the plastic part of the latch, and break it off bit by bit. Eventually you will be able to release the latch.
good luck
it appears everything to repair on this car is pain in the azz!
Buy a chilton's or haynes maintenance manual. They tell you everything. I had to replace my drivers side window motor. Not too hard.
Get it re-newed.
What model?
What about the sun visor...the answer didn't say anything about how to remove and replace the visor
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Do not need an answer any more. Mazda dealer replaced the complete seat mechanism for $931. Using a used car seat. It appears that the motors can not be replaced individually.
you have to remove the fuel pump it is connected to it, it has to be replace as one unit
Buy a new one.