Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Power Steering
- Power steering is only operable when
the engine is running. If the engine is
off or if the power steering system is
inoperable, you can still steer, but it
requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering vibrates, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
- The warning light notifies the driver of system abnormalities and operation conditions.
- In addition, the buzzer may also activate
depending on the system abnormality or
operation condition.
Refer to Warning Lights on .
Refer to Power Steering Warning Buzzer on .
| CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than 5 seconds with the engine running. This could damage the power steering system. |
Drive Selection
Drive selection is a system to switch the vehicle's drive mode. When the
sport mode
is selected, vehicle's response against accelerator operation is enhanced. This
provides
additional quick acce ...
i-ACTIVSENSE
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Other materials:
Input/Turbine Speed Sensor Removal/Installation [FS5 A EL]
CAUTION:
Always use a new bolt. If the removed input/turbine speed sensor installation
bolt is reused, it may cause oil leakage.
A sealant coating is applied to the input/turbine speed sensor installation
bolt to prevent oil leakage from the installation bolt hole which passes ...
Front Seat Cushion Trim Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag) improperly can accidentally
operate (deploy) the air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service
warnings before handling a front seat (with built-in side air bag)..
CAUTION:
After removing a front seat ...
Recording of Vehicle Data
This vehicle is equipped with a computer which records the following main
vehicle data
related to vehicle controls, operation, and other driving conditions.
Recorded data
Vehicle conditions such as engine speed and vehicle speed
Driving operation conditions such as accelerator and brake pe ...
