Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Inspecting Engine Oil Level
- Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface.
- Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
- Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan.
- Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.
- Pull it out again and examine the level.
The level is normal if it is between Low and Full.
If it is near or below Low, add enough oil to bring the level to Full.
| CAUTION Do not overfi ll the engine oil. This may cause engine damage |
- Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick.
- Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Vehicle Engine Control Unit Reset Procedure
NOTE
This procedure is intended for vehicles with the engine oil flexible
maintenance setting
selected.
After replacing the engine oil, have a repair shop such as an Authorized
Mazda Dealer
pe ...
Engine Coolant
Inspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live fl ame in the
engine compartment. DO NOT ADD
COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the
engine ...
Other materials:
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed Display
The vehicle speed preset using the cruise
control is displayed.
Trip Computer and INFO Switch
The following information can be selected
by pressing the up or down
part of the
INFO switch with the ignition switched
ON.
Approximate distance you can travel on
the available fuel
Ave ...
Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolor or damage the
surfaces resulting in a significant loss
in functio ...
Electric Power Steering Oil Pump Component Disassembly/Assembly
CAUTION:
The internal parts of the EHPAS control module and motor could be damaged
if they receive an impact. Be careful when handling the EHPAS control module
and motor to prevent the component from getting hit. Replace the electric power
steering oil pump component if it has recei ...
