Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds

Tiedown Hooks

CAUTION Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyelets for towing the vehicle. They have been designed only for securing the vehicle to a transport vessel during shipping. Usin ...

If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes

If any warning light turns on/flashes, take appropriate action for each light. There is no problem if the light turns off, however if the light does not turn off or turns on/flashes again, consu ...

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Drive Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the connections for any looseness. If there is any malfunction, tighten or replace the applicable part. 2. Inspect the dust boot for damage and cracks. If there is any malfunction, replace the applicable part. 3. Move the spline and joint up and down, left ...

Bright-Metal Maintenance
Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool. To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster. During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating ...

Disc Pad (Rear) Replacement
1. Remove in the order indicated in the table. 2. Install in the reverse order of removal. 3. After installation, pump the brake pedal a few times and inspect the following: Parking brake lever stroke Brake drag 1 Parking brake cable (See PAR ...