Mazda 3 Owners Manual: ABS/TCS/DSC

Hill Launch Assist (HLA)

Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a function which assists the driver in accelerating from a stop while on a slope. When the driver releases the brake pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal while on ...

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. The driver w ...

Other materials:

Oil Control Valve (OCV) Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Coil Resistance Inspection 1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 3. Remove the plug hole plate.. 4. Disconnect the OCV connector. 5. Measure the resistance between terminals A and B using an ohmmeter. OCV coil resistance 6.9—7.9 ohms [20°C ...

Buckle Switch Inspection
Driver Side 1. Switch the ignition to off. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 3. Remove the front seat.. 4. Remove the front buckle.. 5. Inspect for continuity between the buckle switch terminals using a tester. If not as indicated in the table, replace the driver sid ...

Personalization Features
The following personalization features can be set or changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details. Additionally, some of the personalization features can be changed by the customer depending on the feature. Personalization features which can be ch ...