Mazda 3 Service Manual: Valvetrain, Cylinder Head

Crankshaft Position (CKP) Sensor Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

Removal CAUTION: When foreign material such as an iron chip is on the CKP sensor, it can cause abnormal output from the sensor because of flux turbulence and adversely affect the engine ...

Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]

Visual Inspection CAUTION: When replacing the CMP sensor, make sure there is no foreign material on it such as metal shavings. If it is installed with foreign material, the sensor outpu ...

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Locking, Unlocking
Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter All doors and the liftgate can be locked/ unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System . Locking, Unlocking with Door- Lock Switch All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when the lock side is pressed. Th ...

Bright-Metal Maintenance
Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool. To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster. During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating ...

Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS) automatically controls the transaxle shift points to best suit the road conditions and driver input. This improves driving feel. The transaxle may switch to AAS mode when driving up and down slopes, cornering, driving at high elevations, or depressing the accelerat ...