Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Jack
To remove the jack
- (4–Door)
Push the tabs and remove the cover.
(5–Door)
Turn the knob and remove the cover.
- Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
- Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the down and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it.
- Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the figure.
- Turn the wing bolt completely to secure the jack.
NOTE If the jack is not completely secured, it could rattle while driving. Make sure the jack screw is sufficiently tightened.
- Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.
(4-Door)
(5-Door)
NOTE Verify that the cover is securely installed.
Maintenance
- Always keep the jack clean.
- Make sure the moving parts are kept free from dirt or rust.
- Make sure the screw thread is adequately lubricated.
Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
4-Door
5-Door
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Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
pe ...
Other materials:
Brake/Taillight Bulb Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk mat.
b. Trunk board.
c. Trunk end trim.
3. Partially peel back the trunk side trim..
4. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
1
Connector
2
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Side Panel Removal/Installation
1. Insert a tape-wrapped fastener remover into the position indicated by the
arrow in the figure.
2. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, then
remove the clips and hook.
3. Pull the side panel in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, while
de ...
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
The adaptive front lighting system (AFS)
automatically adjusts the headlight beams
to the left or right in conjunction with the
operation of the steering wheel after the
headlights have been turned on.
AFS OFF Indicator Light
When illuminated
This indicator light illuminates briefly
when ...
