Mazda 3 Service Manual: Vehicle general
- Abbreviations
- Body And Accessories
- Body And Accessories SST
- How To Use This Manual
- Identification Number Locations
- Jacking Positions, Vehicle Lift (2 Supports) And Safety Stand (Rigid Rack) Positions
- Key Reminder Switch Inspection
- Key Reminder Switch Removal/Installation
- Power Systems Personalization Features Setting Procedure
- Pre Delivery Inspection
- Sae Standards
- Service Cautions
- Units
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) Code
Abbreviations
ABS
Antilock Brake System
ABDC
After Bottom Dead Center
ACC
Accessories
ALC
Auto Level Contr ...
Other materials:
Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
If dehumidified heating is desired, turn
on the air conditioner.
WARNING
Do not defog the windshield using the
pos ...
General Procedures (Suspension)
Wheel and Tire Installation
1. When installing the wheels and tires, tighten the wheel nuts in a criss-cross
pattern to the following tightening torque.
Tightening torque
88—118 N·m {9.0—12 kgf·m, 65—87 ft·lbf}
Suspension Links Removal/Installation
1. For the joint sections ...
Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Clamp a rear shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing
downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at a point 40—50 mm {1.6—1.9
in} from the bottom of the tube, so that the gas can escape.
WARNING:
Whenever drilling into a rear shock absorber, wear prot ...
