Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Bright-Metal Maintenance
- Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool.
- To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster.
- During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating of wax or preservative heavier than usual. It would also help to coat them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound.
| CAUTION Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration. |
Maintaining the Finish
Washing
CAUTION
When the wiper lever is in the
position and the ignition is switched ON,
the wipers may move automatically in
the following cases:
If the winds ...
Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbod ...
Other materials:
Compression Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
WARNING:
Hot engines and oil can cause severe burns. Be careful not to burn yourself
during removal/installation of each component.
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury
and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel ...
Theft Deterrent System Clearing Freeze Frame Data
1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC–2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization
screen of the IDS.
Select “Body”.
Select "Burglar Service Functions".
3. Then, select the following item from the screen menu.
...
Rear Heat Duct Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper panel.
b. Shift lever knob (MTX).
c. Selector lever knob (ATX).
d. Shift panel.
e. Side wall.
f. Console.
g. Front scuff plate.
h. Front side trim.
i. Fuel-filler lid opener lever cover.
3. Turn ...
