Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

Tiedown Hooks

CAUTION Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle. They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping. Usin ...

If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes

If any warning light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light. There is no problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns on/flashes again, consu ...

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On Board Diagnostic System Simulation Inspection [FS5 A EL]
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 "Modules". c. Select "TCM". 3. Select the simulation items from the PID ta ...

Illuminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position) turn on for: About 30 seconds after the driver's door is unlocked and the ignition is switched off. About 15 seconds after all doors are closed and the ignition is switched off. About 5 se ...

Power Steering
Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult ...