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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Rear Door Quarter Glass Removal/Installation
1. Fully lower the rear door glass. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 3. Remove the rear door trim.. 4. Remove the service hole cover. 5. Remove the hole plug. 6. Remove the screw. 7. Remove the bolt A and B. 8. Remove the rear door glass guide. 9. Remove the pin ...

Audio Unit Disassembly/Assembly
CAUTION: When disassembling the audio unit, it could get scratched if it is placed directly on the ground. When disassembling the audio unit, spread a soft cloth underneath to perform the work. 1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table. 2. Assemble in the reverse order ...

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 ...