Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Emergency Starting

Battery Runs Out

Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do t ...

Starting a Flooded Engine

If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, wait ten seconds a ...

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Magnetic Clutch Inspection [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Connect battery to terminal A of magnetic clutch and ground to A/C compressor body. SKYACTIV-G 2.0 MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo, MZR 2.5 2. Verify that the magnetic clutch operates. If there is any malfunction, replace the magnetic clutch. ...

Cruise Control Switch Inspection [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more.. 3. Remove the driver–side air bag module.. 4. Disconnect the clock spring connector (part wiring harness-side). 5. Measure the resistance between clock spring terminals K and M (part wiring ...

Filament Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position. 2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on. CAUTION: Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the tester could damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and inspect the filament by touc ...