Mazda 3 Service Manual: Air Filter Inspection
1. Verify that there is no damage, excessive dirt, or abnormal odor on the air filter.
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If there is any malfunction, replace the air filter.
NOTE:
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The air filter cannot be reused by cleaning it with water or compressed air.
Air Cleaner Element Removal/Installation [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
1. Set the air cleaner cover out of the way..
2. Remove the air cleaner element.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal. ...
Air Filter Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Except for Mexico
Airflow inspection
1. Remove the air filter..
2. Blow from port A and verify that there is airflow from port B.
If there is no airflow, replace the air filter..
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Other materials:
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 ...
Transaxle Oil Replacement [A26 M R]
1. Park the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the aerodynamic under cover No.2..
3. Remove the drain plug and gasket.
4. Drain the oil into a suitable container.
5. Install a new gasket and the drain plug.
Tightening torque
28—51 N·m {2.9—5.2 kgf·m, 21—37 ft·lbf}
6. Remo ...
Starter Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
On-vehicle Inspection
1. Verify that the battery is fully charged.
2. The starter is normal if it rotates smoothly and without any noise when the
engine is cranked.
If the starter does not operate, inspect the following:
Remove the starter, and inspect the starter unit.
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