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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Discharge Headlight Service Warnings
Discharge Headlight Service Warnings To prevent electrical shock when replacing the discharge headlight bulb, always perform the servicing with dry hands and in an area where it does not get wet. Never probe the discharge headlight bulb connector directly with a finger o ...

Antenna (5-Door)
AM/FM Radio Antenna * The AM/FM radio antenna receives both AM and FM signals. (Type A) To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. CAUTION To prevent damage to the antenna, r ...

Recommendations for Shifting (for Vehicles without Gear Shift Indication)
Upshifting For normal acceleration, Mazda recommends these shift points: (U.S.A. and Canada) For cruising, Mazda recommends these shift points: (U.S.A. and Canada) Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade , downshift before the engine starts to ov ...