Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Bright-Metal Maintenance
- 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:
LCA (Lane Change Assist)
LCA functions
In the Subaru Solterra, the Lane Change Assist (LCA) system works in conjunction
with Lane Tracing Assist (LTA) to support smoother and more controlled lane changes.
By applying subtle steering inputs, the Subaru Solterra helps guide the vehicle
into the adjacent lane when condi ...
Input/Turbine Speed Sensor Inspection [FS5 A EL]
CAUTION:
Water or foreign objects entering the connector can cause a poor connection
or corrosion. Be sure not to drop water or foreign objects on the connector
when disconnecting it.
On-Vehicle Inspection
1. Perform the following procedures.
a. Remove the battery cover..
b. ...
Front Seat Belt Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]
WARNING:
Handling the front seat belt (pre-tensioner seat belt) improperly can accidentally
deploy the pre-tensioner seat belt, which may seriously injure you. Read the
air bag system service warnings and cautions before handling the front seat
belt..
WARNING:
Th ...
