Mazda 3 Service Manual: Active Command Modes Inspection [Instrument Cluster]
1. Connect the M-MDS (IDS) to the DLC-2.
2. After the vehicle is identified, select the following items from the initialization screen of the IDS.
a. Select “DataLogger”.
b. Select “Modules”.
c. Select “IC”.
3. Select the simulation items from the PID table.
4. Perform the active command modes function, inspect the operations for each parts.
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If the operation of output parts cannot be verified after the active command mode inspection is performed, this could indicate the possibility of an open or short circuit, sticking, or operation malfunction in the output parts.
Clock Spring Adjustment
NOTE:
The adjustment procedure is also specified on the caution label of the clock
spring.
1. Set the front wheels straight ahead.
CAUTION:
The clock spring will break if ov ...
Other materials:
Front Shock Absorber Disposal
1. Place the front shock absorber on a level surface or with the piston pointing
downwards.
2. Drill a 2—3 mm {0.08—0.11 in} hole at the point A shown in the figure
so that the gas can escape.
WARNING:
Whenever drilling into a shock absorber, wear protective eye wear. The gas
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Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement [FS5 A EL]
WARNING:
A hot transaxle and ATF can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait
until they are cool before changing the ATF.
1. Drain the ATF.
a. Remove the oil dipstick.
b. Remove the aerodynamic under cover NO.2..
c. Remove the drain plug and washer to drain the ATF in ...
Child-Restraint Precautions
Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small
enough to use
them.
You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S.
and Canada.
Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements
regarding the safety
of ch ...
