Mazda 3 Service Manual: Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Inspection [Fw6 A EL]
CAUTION:
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If the ATF level is not within the specification or ATF is not adhering to the dipstick after warming up the engine, do not drive the vehicle. Otherwise, the transaxle could be damaged.
ATF Level Inspection
1. Remove aerodynamic undercover No.2..
2. Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
3. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2 and display the PID TFT.
4. Warm up the engine until the ATF temperature is 50 °C {122 °F}
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5. Remove the dipstick and wipe ATF off using a nylon cloth while leaving the engine idling.
6. Insert the dipstick and pull it out again.
7. Verify that the ATF is adhering between L and F on the dipstick.
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If ATF is not adhering between L and F on the dipstick, adjust the ATF level..
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ATF type
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Genuine ATF FZ
8. Insert the dipstick and install the securing bolt.
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Tightening torque
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8—11 N·m {82—112 kgf·cm, 71—97 in·lbf}
9. Install aerodynamic undercover No.2..
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Inspection [FS5 A EL]
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Condition Inspection
1. One way of determining whether the transaxle should be disassembled is by
noting:
If the ATF is muddy or varnished.
If the AT ...
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement [FS5 A EL]
WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait
until they are cool before changing the ATF.
1. Drain the ATF.
a. Remove the oil dipstick.
b. ...
Other materials:
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement [Fw6 A EL]
WARNING:
Do not perform the servicing while the ATF is hot. Otherwise, it could cause
severe burns or serious injury.
1. Remove aerodynamic undercover No.2..
2. Remove the dipstick securing bolt.
3. Remove the dipstick.
4. Remove the drain plug and washer, and drain the AT ...
Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordance with the selected
set temperature:
Airflow temperature
Amount of airflow
Selection of airflow mode
Outside/Recirculated air selection
Air conditioner operation
NOTE
AUTO ...
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 ...