Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Jack
To remove the jack
- (4–Door)
Push the tabs and remove the cover.
(5–Door)
Turn the knob and remove the cover.
- Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
- Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the down and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it.
- Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the figure.
- Turn the wing bolt completely to secure the jack.
NOTE If the jack is not completely secured, it could rattle while driving. Make sure the jack screw is sufficiently tightened.
- Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.
(4-Door)
(5-Door)
NOTE Verify that the cover is securely installed.
Maintenance
- Always keep the jack clean.
- Make sure the moving parts are kept free from dirt or rust.
- Make sure the screw thread is adequately lubricated.
Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
4-Door
5-Door
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Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
pe ...
Other materials:
Cooling System Service Warnings [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
WARNING:
Never remove the cooling system cap or loosen the radiator drain plug while
the engine is running, or when the engine and radiator are hot. Scalding engine
coolant and steam may shoot out and cause serious injury. It may also damage
the engine and cooling system.
Tu ...
Turning the Engine Off
WARNING
Do not stop the engine while the vehicle
is moving:
Stopping the engine while the vehicle
is moving for any reason other than in
an emergency is dangerous. Stopping
the engine while the vehicle is moving
will result in reduced braking ability
due to the loss of ...
Front Seat Cover Removal/Installation [Vehicles Without Power Seat System]
WARNING:
Handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag) improperly can accidentally
operate (deploy) the air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service
warnings before handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag)..
CAUTION:
After removing a front seat ...
