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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Glove Compartment Light Bulb Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Passenger-side front scuff plate. b. Passenger-side front side trim. c. Dashboard under cover. d. Glove compartment. e. Passenger-side lower panel. 3. Remove the glove comportment bulb from the socket. 4 ...

Brake Switch Inspection
CAUTION: Inspect the brake switch with it installed to the brake pedal, otherwise the brake switch may not operate normally. If the brake switch is removed from the brake pedal, replace the brake switch with a new one. 1. Disconnect the brake switch connector. 2. Verify that th ...

Accessory Sockets
Only use genuine Mazdaaccessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). Type A The accessory sockets can be used regardless of whether the ignition is on or off. Type B * The ignition must be switched to ACC or ON. With CD Player Without CD Player ...