Mazda 3 Owners Manual: 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 will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a chattering noise from the brake system. This is normal ABS system operation. Continue to depress the brake pedal without pumping the brakes.
The warning light turns on when the system has a malfunction.
Refer to Warning Lights on .
| WARNING Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident. |
NOTE
- Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for example) which usually have a hard foundation. A vehicle with a normal braking system may require less distance to stop under these conditions because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when the wheels skid.
- The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or immediately after starting the vehicle, however, it does not indicate a malfunction.
ABS/TCS/DSC
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Traction Control System (TCS)
The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by controlling
engine torque and braking. When the TCS
detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers
engine torque and operates the brake ...
Other materials:
Starter Interlock Switch Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Disconnect the starter interlock switch connector.
4. Remove the starter interlock switch from the pedal bracket.
5. Insert a new starter interlock switch into the pedal bracket hole in the direction
indicated ...
Blower Motor Installation [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Install the SST (49 B061 015A) to the blower motor.
2. Install the blower motor with the SST (49 B061 015A) installed, to
the A/C unit.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the sirocco fan, install the blower motor being careful
that the blower motor does not interfere with the ...
Locking, Unlocking with Key
All doors and the liftgate lock
automatically when the driver's door is
locked using the auxiliary key.
All doors and the liftgate unlock when the
driver's door is unlocked and the auxiliary
key is held in the unlock position for one
second or longer.
Turn the auxiliary key toward the fro ...
