Mazda 3 Service Manual: Front Scuff Plate Removal/Installation
1. Detach tab A while pulling the front scuff plate in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the figure, then detach hook B, clips C, and pins D while pulling in the direction of the arrow (2).
2. Detach tab E while pulling the front scuff plate in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in the figure, pull the front scuff plate in the direction of the arrow (4), and remove it while detaching hook F.
3. Remove the front scuff plate.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Floor Covering Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Front seat.
b. Audio amplifier (Vehicles with Bose®).
c. Front scuff plate.
d. Joint cover.
e. Front side trim. ...
Front Side Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the front scuff plate..
2. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
3. Remove the fastener.
4. Pull the front side trim in the direction of the arrow and detach the clip.
5. Instal ...
Other materials:
Starter Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Remove and install all parts when the engine is cold, otherwise they can
cause severe burns or serious injury.
When the battery cables are connected, touching the vehicle body with starter
terminal B will generate sparks. This can cause personal injury, fire, and d ...
Drive Belt Auto Tensioner Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
MZR 2.0
1. Remove the generator drive belt with the A/C drive belt still installed and
set it out of the way..
2. Verify that the drive belt auto tensioner moves smoothly in the operational
direction.
If it does not move smoothly, replace the drive belt auto tensioner..
3. T ...
Overheating
If the high engine coolant temperature
warning light illuminates, the vehicle loses
power, or you hear a loud knocking or
pinging noise, the engine is probably too
hot.
WARNING
Switch the ignition to off and make
sure the fan is not running before
attempting to work near the co ...