Mazda 3 Owners Manual: 3-Point Type Seat Belt

Seat Belt Precautions

Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. (U.S.A. and Canada) A ...

Fastening the Seat Belt

Position the lap belt as low as possible, not on the abdominal area, then adjust the shoulder belt so that it fits snugly against your body. ...

Other materials:

B Pillar Upper Trim Removal/Installation
1. Remove the following parts: a. Adjuster anchor cover. b. Upper anchor installation bolts on the front seat belt. c. Front scuff plate. d. Rear scuff plate. 2. Partially peel back the seaming welt. 3. Remove the B-pillar lower trim.. 4. Grasp the lower end of the B-pillar upper trim, ...

Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift from P: Depress and hold the brake pedal. Start the engine. Press and hold the lock-release button. Move the selector lever. NOTE When the ignition is switched to ACC or the ignition ...

Cup Holder
WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Do not put anything other than cups or drink cans in cup hold ...