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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Knock Sensor (Ks) Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Resistance Inspection 1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.. 3. Disconnect the KS connector. 4. Measure the resistance between KS terminals A and B. If not as specified, replace the KS.. Specification Approx. 4.87 megohms [normal tem ...

Intake Manifold Vacuum Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Disconnect the evaporative hose (purge solenoid valve side) and install the vacuum gauge.. 2. Verify that the intake air hoses are installed securely. 3. Warm up the engine. 4. Measure the intake manifold vacuum while idling (no load) using the vacuum gauge. If not within the sp ...

Steering Shaft Inspection
1. Inspect the column bearing for excessive play and damage. 2. Verify that the measurement of the steering shaft indicated in the figure is as specified. If not within the specification replace the steering shaft component. Steering shaft length 315—320 mm {12.41—12.59 ...