Mazda 3 Service Manual: Starting, Charging

PID/Data Monitor Inspection [Bcm]

1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2. 2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS. a. Select “DataLogger”. b. Select “Module ...

Generator Disassembly/Assembly [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

CAUTION: Melt the solder quickly, otherwise the diodes (rectifier) and regulator will be damaged by excessive heat. 1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table. 2. Assemble i ...

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Front Lower Arm Inspection
1. Remove the front lower arm from the vehicle.. 2. Inspect the arm for bending or damage, and the ball joint for excessive looseness. If there is any malfunction, replace the front lower arm. 3. Rotate the ball joint stud 5 times. Install the SST to the ball joint stud, measure t ...

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 ...

Washer Fluid Level Sensor Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the front bumper.. 3. Verify that continuity between the washer fluid-level sensor terminals is as indicated in the table. If not as specified, replace the washer fluid-level sensor. ...