Mazda 3 Service Manual: Information

Transmission/Transaxle

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Inspection After Transaxle Installation [A26 M R]

NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when the transaxle has been overhauled. 1. Perform a road test and inspect the following items: a. No abnormal noise in each shift position. ...

Other materials:

Rear Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Clamp a rear shock absorber on a flat surface or with the piston pointing downwards. 2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at a point 40—50 mm {1.6—1.9 in} from the bottom of the tube, so that the gas can escape. WARNING: Whenever drilling into a rear shock absorber, wear prot ...

Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) at the latest or sooner if irregular wear develops. Mazda recommends to rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) to help increase tire life and distribute wear more evenly. Inspect the tires for uneven wear and damage. Abno ...

Power Brake Unit Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
CAUTION: Once the brake switch clearance has automatically been adjusted, it cannot be adjusted again. Therefore, replace the switch with a new one when replacing the power brake unit or performing any procedure that changes the pedal stroke. Secure the steering wheel using tap ...