Mazda 3 Service Manual: Confirmation Step 3: Antenna System Simple Inspection [Radio]
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Because the antenna system is equipped with a capacitor, the continuity cannot be checked. Therefore proceed the following simple inspection.
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Turn the AM radio on.
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Tune to the frequency that there is no broadcast and you will hear a buzzing sound.
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Turn a work light on and shake it around the antenna rod. (around 10—20 mm {0.40—0.78 in})
CAUTION:
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Use a fluorescent light type for the inspection. Accurate diagnostic cannot be done with a different type of light.
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If a whirring sound from the speaker synchronized to the work light movement is confirmed, the antenna system is normal.
Coil Antenna Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the column cover..
3. Remove the key cylinder..
4. Disconnect the coil antenna connector.
5. Remove the screw.
6. Detach the coil ante ...
Entertainment Personalization Features Setting Procedure
Welcome Mode ON/OFF Setting
NOTE:
WELCOME mode is controlled by the instrument cluster. Refer to the instrument
cluster description.
1. Refer to INSTRUMENTATION/DRIVER INFO. PERSONAL ...
Other materials:
Cleaning the Upholstery and
Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leather *
Remove dust and sand first using a
vacuum cleaner or other means, then wipe
dirt off using a soft cloth with a leather
cleaner or a soft cloth soaked i ...
Power Steering
Power steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is
off or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual
during normal driving or the steering
vibrates, consult ...
Starting a Flooded Engine
If the engine fails to start, it may be
flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
If the engine does not start within
five seconds on the first try, wait ten
seconds and try again.
Make sure the parking brake is on.
Depress the accelerator all the way and
hold ...
