Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Jack

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To remove the jack

(4–Door)
Push the tabs and remove the cover.

Mazda 3. To remove the jack

(5–Door)
Turn the knob and remove the cover.

Mazda 3. To remove the jack

Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.

Mazda 3. To remove the jack

To secure the jack

Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the down and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it.
Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the figure.

Mazda 3. To secure the jack

Turn the wing bolt completely to secure the jack.

NOTE If the jack is not completely secured, it could rattle while driving. Make sure the jack screw is sufficiently tightened.

Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.

(4-Door)

Mazda 3. To secure the jack

(5-Door)

Mazda 3. To secure the jack

NOTE Verify that the cover is securely installed.

Maintenance

Always keep the jack clean.
Make sure the moving parts are kept free from dirt or rust.
Make sure the screw thread is adequately lubricated.

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