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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Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep
If there is a problem with the air bag/seat belt pretensioner systems and the warning light illumination, a warning beep sound will be heard for about 5 seconds every minute. The air bag and seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sound will continue to be heard for approximately 35 min ...

Air Bleeding
CAUTION: If the strainer is removed, impurities may penetrate the power steering system and damage it. To prevent this, always bleed air with the strainer installed. Do not maintain the steering wheel fully turned for 5 s or more. The oil temperature could rise and damage ...

Inside Trunk Release Lever (4-Door)
Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted ...