Mazda 3 Owners Manual: ABS/TCS/DSC

Hill Launch Assist (HLA)

Hill Launch Assist (HLA) is a function which assists the driver in accelerating from a stop while on a slope. When the driver releases the brake pedal and depresses the accelerator pedal while on ...

Antilock Brake System (ABS)

The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. The driver w ...

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Hood Removal/Installation
WARNING: Removing the hood without supporting it could cause the hood to fall and cause serious injury. Always perform the procedure with at least another person to prevent the hood from falling. 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Fro ...

Recliner Motor Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait 1 min or more.. 3. Disconnect the recliner motor connector. 4. Apply battery positive voltage to the recliner motor terminals and inspect the recliner motor operation. If not as specified, replace the ...

Column Cover Removal/Installation
1. Pull down the steering wheel. 2. Pull the upper column cover in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1) and (2), then remove the upper column cover while detaching the hooks and pins. 3. Pull up the steering wheel. 4. Remove the ignition key illumination.. 5. Remove the scre ...