Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Hood

Mazda 3 Owners Manual / Maintenance and Care / Owner Maintenance / Hood

WARNING Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fl y open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accident.

Owner Maintenance Precautions

The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Aut ...

Opening the Hood

With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood. Insert your hand into the hood opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the hood. NOTE T ...

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Power/Volume/Sound Controls
Power ON/OFF Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. Volume adjustment To adjust the volume, turn the power/ volume dial. Turn the power/volume dial clockwise to increase vo ...

Fuel Filler Lid Opener Cable Removal/Installation
4SD 1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 2. Remove the following parts: a. Front seat (LH). b. Front scuff plate (LH). c. Rear scuff plate. d. B-pillar lower trim. e. Rear seat cushion. f. Rear seat back. g. Tire house trim. h. Trunk end trim. i. Trunk side trim (RH). j. ...

Message Indicated on Display*
If a message is displayed in the center display (type B audio), take appropriate action (in a calm manner) according to the displayed message. Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately If the following messages are displayed in the center display (type B audio), a vehicle system may be malf ...