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 ...

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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions
The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include different types of air bags. Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the “SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where the air bags are installed. ...

Rear Wiper And Washer Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Front scuff plate (Driver‘s side). b. Front side trim (Driver‘s side). c. Hood release lever. d. Lower panel. e. Column cover. f. Wiper and washer switch. 3. Verify that the continuity between the rear w ...

Operating the Passenger Power Windows
To open the window to the desired position, hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, pull up the switch. NOTE The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on the driver's door is in the unlocked position. The passenger windows ma ...