Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels. Special care is needed to protect this coating.
| CAUTION
Do not use any detergent other than
mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients. Otherwise, the product could discolor or stain the aluminum wheels. |
NOTE
- Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent on aluminum wheels. They may damage the coating.
- Always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels.
- Rinse the wheels thoroughly with lukewarm or cold water. Also, be sure to clean the wheels after driving on dusty or salted roads to help prevent corrosion.
- Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash that uses highspeed or hard brushes.
Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbod ...
Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these ...
Other materials:
Back Up Light Bulb Removal/Installation
4SD
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the trunk rid trim..
3. Disconnect the connector.
4. Rotate the socket in the direction of the arrow as shown in the figure to
remove it.
5. Remove the back-up light bulb.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
...
Turn signal lever
Operating instructions
The turn signal lever in the Subaru Solterra is designed for precise, intuitive
operation, allowing the driver to clearly communicate intended maneuvers to other
road users. Proper use of this control enhances safety and ensures predictable driving
behavior in all ...
Steering Gear And Linkage Assembly
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the steering gear, secure it to the vise using a copper
plate or clean cloth.
1. Assemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Gear housing
2
Mounting rubber
(See Mounting Rubber Assembly No ...
