Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Bright-Metal Maintenance
- Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool.
- To prevent corrosion on brightmetal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster.
- During cold weather or in coastal areas, cover bright-metal parts with a coating of wax or preservative heavier than usual. It would also help to coat them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound.
| CAUTION Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration. |
Maintaining the Finish
Washing
CAUTION
When the wiper lever is in the
position and the ignition is switched ON,
the wipers may move automatically in
the following cases:
If the winds ...
Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbod ...
Other materials:
Engine SST [Mzr 2.3 Disi Turbo]
1: Mazda SST number
2: Global SST number
Example
1:49 UN30 3328
2:303–328
Rear oil seal replacer
1:–
2:303–507
Crankshaft TDC timing pin
1:49 UN30 310610
2:303–1061
Camshaft
alignment timing tool
...
Glass Antenna
Purpose, Function
4SD
The AM/FM radio waves and RDS-TMC (Radio Data System-Traffic Message Channel)
radio waves are converted to an electrical signal and the signal is sent to
the audio unit.
5HB (With audio unit (with display))
The RDS-TCM (Radio Data System-Traffic Mes ...
Base Installation
1. Cut away all of the original sealant using a razor.
WARNING:
Using a razor with bare hands can cause injury. Always wear gloves when using
a razor.
2. Clean and degrease the ceramic coating on the glass and the base.
CAUTION:
Keep the area free of dirt and grease, and ...
