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:
Assist Handle Removal/Installation
Assist Handle Removal
1. Insert a flathead screwdriver into the service hole and remove the assist
handle covers.
2. Remove the assist handle in the direction of the arrow (1) and (2), while
detach the clip.
NOTE:
Remove the assist handle by shaking it up and down.
Ass ...
Hood Disassembly/Assembly
Except Mazdaspeed3
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table.
1
Weather strip parting seal
2
Weather strip shroud seal
3
Fasteners A
4
Fasteners B
5
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Knock Sensor (Ks) Inspection [Mzr 2.0, Mzr 2.5]
Resistance Inspection
1. Remove the battery cover..
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
3. Disconnect the KS connector.
4. Measure the resistance between KS terminals A and B.
If not as specified, replace the KS..
Specification
Approx. 4.87 megohms [normal tem ...
