Mazda 3 Owners Manual: i-ACTIVSENSE

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. I ...

i-ACTIVSENSE

i-ACTIVSENSE is a collective term covering a series of advanced safety and driver support systems which make use of a Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) and radar sensors. These systems consist of act ...

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Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Visual Inspection CAUTION: When replacing the CMP sensor, make sure there is no foreign material on it such as metal shavings. If it is installed with foreign material, the sensor output signal will malfunction resulting from fluctuation in magnetic flux and cause a deterioration i ...

Electric Power Steering Oil Pump Component Disassembly/Assembly
CAUTION: The internal parts of the EHPAS control module and motor could be damaged if they receive an impact. Be careful when handling the EHPAS control module and motor to prevent the component from getting hit. Replace the electric power steering oil pump component if it has recei ...

Power Steering Fluid Inspection
Fluid Level Inspection 1. Verify that the fluid level is between MAX and MIN of the sub tank when the engine is cold. If the fluid is not at the specified level, adjust the fluid level (MIN-MAX on sub tank) by adding/draining the fluid. Power steering fluid type Mazda Gen ...