Mazda 3 Owners Manual: 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 The lever is located a little to the left of center when facing the vehicle.
- Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open.
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 ...
Closing the Hood
Check under the hood area to make
certain all filler caps are in place and all
loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers,
etc.) have been removed.
Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on
th ...
Other materials:
DSC HU/CM Removal/Installation
WARNING:
If the DSC HU/CM configuration is not completed, it could result in an unexpected
accident due to the DSC being inoperative. If the DSC HU/CM is replaced, always
use the automatic configuration function so that the DSC operation conditions
are correct.
If the DSC se ...
Drive Belt Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
MZR 2.0
A/C drive belt removal
1. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2 and splash shield as a single unit..
2. Remove the nut shown in the figure and set the power steering pipe component
out of the way.
3. Set the SST as shown in the figure.
NOTE:
Hold the SST by hand unti ...
If the vehicle becomes stuck
If your Subaru Solterra becomes immobilized in mud, snow, or loose
terrain, follow the steps below to safely regain traction and mobility.
Recovering procedure
1. Turn off the EV system, apply the parking brake, and set the gear selector
to P.
2. Clear away mud, snow, or sand from around the ...
