Mazda 3 Service Manual: Filament Repair
1. Clean the filament using isopropyl alcohol.
2. Attach tape to both sides of the filament.
3. Using a small brush or marking pen, apply silver paint.
4. After 2—3 min,
carefully remove the tape without damaging the applied area.
CAUTION:
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Do not operate the rear window defroster until the paint is completely dry. It may cause other malfunctions if it is used before the paint is dry.
5. Dry the repaired part according to the following procedure.
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When the room temperature is 25 °C {77 °F},
leave it as it is for 24 h.
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When a hot air blower is used, dry with the 150 °C {302 °F}
air for 30 min.
Filament Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the
teste ...
Outer Mirror Garnish Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the outer mirror glass from the outer mirror..
3. Pinch the end of the tab which is visible, and release the tab by pressing
it toward the ve ...
Other materials:
Auxiliary Jack Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Upper panel.
b. Shift lever knob (MTX).
c. Selector lever knob (ATX).
d. Shift panel.
e. Side wall.
f. Console.
g. Auxiliary jack.
3. Connect a commercially-available nonresistant plug to the auxiliary jac ...
Oil Pump Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Hot engines and engine oil can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and
wait until it and the engine oil have cooled.
A vehicle that is lifted but not securely supported on safety stands is dangerous.
It can slip or fall, causing death or serious injury. Never work ...
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 underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be
coate ...
