Owner Maintenance Schedule
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle
inspections at the
indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified
service
technician as soon as possible.
When Refueling
- Brake and clutch fluid level.
- Engine coolant level.
- Engine oil level.
- Washer fluid level.
At Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures.
At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
- Automatic transaxle fluid level.
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
- Engine coolant.
- Engine oil.
See also:
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF)
Inspecting Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should
be inspected regularly. Measure it as
described below.
The volume of fluid changes with
temperature. Fluid m ...
Exterior
Comparatively upright in profile, the Mazda3 is built with a wide track and a
relatively long (103.9-inch) wheelbase for its size. A Sport Package that
includes sport bumpers, side skirts, 17-inch ...
Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch Positions
LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. Only in this position can the
key be removed.
Manual transaxle
To turn the key from the ACC to the
LOCK posit ...


