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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DSC Off Switch Removal/Installation
1. Remove the switch panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure. 2. Disconnect the connector. 3. Remove the DSC OFF switch in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure while pressing the tabs in the direction of the arrow (1). 4. Remove the DSC OFF switch. 5. ...

Auto Dimming Mirror Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the screw. 3. Disconnect the auto-dimming mirror connector. 4. Pull out the rearview mirror toward the vehicle rear. CAUTION: When removing the rearview mirror, it may hit the headliner and cause damage. Hold the ...

System
The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the key is being carried. NOTE When the battery power is low, or in places where there are high-intensity radio waves or noise, the operational range may become narrower or the system may not operate ...