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Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Driving In Flooded Area

Mazda 3 Owners Manual / Before Driving / Driving Tips / Driving In Flooded Area

WARNING Dry off brakes that have become wet by driving slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal and lightly applying the brakes several times until the brake performance returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.

Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been aff ected.

CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle on fl ooded roads as it could cause short circuiting of electrical/electronic parts, or engine damage or stalling from water absorption. If the vehicle has been immersed in water, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check the following: H ...

Overloading
WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of the vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Sta ...

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Abbreviations
ABS Antilock Brake System ABDC After Bottom Dead Center ACC Accessories ALC Auto Level Control ALR Automatic Locking Retractor AT Automa ...

Opening the Hood
With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the hood. NOTE The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle. Grasp the support r ...

Judder Upon Torque Converter Clutch (TCC) Operation [Fw6 A EL]
TROUBLESHOOTING ITEM Judder upon torque converter clutch (TCC) operation DESCRIPTION Vehicle jolts when TCC is engaged. POSSIBLE CAUSE Signal malfunction APP ...

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