Mazda 3 Service Manual: Manual transmission

Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS) Removal/Installation [FS5 A EL]

CAUTION: If foreign materials are stuck to the sensor, disturbance by magnetic flux can cause sensor output to be abnormal and thereby negatively affect control. Make sure that foreign m ...

Inspection After Manual Transaxle Overhaul [C66 M R]

1. After warming up the engine, drive the vehicle and inspect the following items: a. No abnormal noise in each shift position. b. Smooth shift operation when shifting gears. c. No gear slipout ...

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Front Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Place the front shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing downwards. 2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at the point A shown in the figure so that the gas can escape. WARNING: Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas ...

Interior Light Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the rain sensor cover. (Vehicles with auto light/wiper system). 3. Remove the following parts: a. Sunroof seaming welt (vehicles with sunroof) b. A-pillar trim. c. Front scuff plate. d. Rear scuff plate. e. B-pillar lower trim. f. ...

Towing
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheel (front wheels) off the ground. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies. ...