Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Bright-Metal Maintenance

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Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool.
To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster.
During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating of wax or preservative heavier than usual. It would also help to coat them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound.

CAUTION Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration.

Maintaining the Finish

Washing CAUTION When the wiper lever is in the position and the ignition is switched ON, the wipers may move automatically in the following cases: If the winds ...

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 ...

Other materials:

Engine Disassembly/Assembly [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Remove the engine from the transaxle.. 2. Remove the generator.. 3. Remove the exhaust system.. 4. Remove the EGR valve.. 5. Remove the intake-air system.. 6. Remove the fuel injectors.. 7. Remove the ignition coils.. 8. Remove the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor.. 9. Disassemble ...

Rear Window Glass Removal
4SD 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Rear seat cushion. b. Rear scuff plate. c. Rear side seat back. d. C–pillar trims. e. Rear package trim. f. Tire house trims. 3. Remove the fasteners. 4. Set the headliner out of the way. 5. Di ...

Front Fog Light Aiming
CAUTION: If the front fog light aiming is adjusted with cargo in the vehicle, it may not adjust correctly. Adjust the front fog light aiming with the vehicle under the following conditions: No occupants inside vehicle Cargo other than spare tire, jack, and tools ...