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:
Brakes SST
49 D043 0A0
Adapter set
49 U043 0A0A
Oil pressure gauge set
49 0221 600C
Disc brake expand tool
49 B033 001
Installer
49 G033 102
Handle
...
Transmitter
NOTE
(With theft-deterrent system)
The hazard warning lights flash when
the theft-deterrent system is armed or
turned off.
Refer to Theft-Deterrent System on .
(With the advanced keyless function)
A beep sound can be heard for
confirmation when the doors and the
l ...
Air Intake Actuator Removal/Installation [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Set the air intake mode to FRESH.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Remove the following parts:
a. Front scuff plate (Passenger-side).
b. Front side trim (Passenger-side).
c. Dashboard under cover.
d. Glove compartment.
e. Lower panel (Passenger-side).
f. Shower duct ( ...
