Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment

Mazda 3 Owners Manual / Before Driving / Driving Tips / Saving Fuel and Protection of the Environment

How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to help save fuel and reduce CO2.

Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving.
Avoid fast starts.
Drive at lower speeds.
Anticipate when to apply the brakes (avoid sudden braking).
Follow the maintenance schedule and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing.
Use the air conditioner only when necessary.
Slow down on rough roads.
Keep the tires properly infiated.
Do not carry unnecessary weight.
Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving.
Keep the wheels in correct alignment.
Keep windows closed at high speeds.
Slow down when driving in crosswinds and headwinds.

WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill: Stopping the engine when going down a hill is dangerous. This causes the loss of power steering and power brake control, and may cause damage to the drivetrain. Any loss of steering or braking control could cause an accident.

Break-In Period

No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of the vehicle. Do not race the engine. Do not maintain ...

Hazardous Driving

WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change ...

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Pilot Bearing Inspection [A26 M R]
CAUTION: Secure the steering wheel using tape or a cable to prevent the steering shaft from rotating after disconnecting the steering shaft. If the steering wheel rotates after the steering shaft and the steering gear and linkage are disconnected, the internal parts of the clock spr ...

Manual Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation [A26 M R]
1. Remove the battery cover.. 2. Disconnect the negative battery cable. 3. Remove the battery and battery tray.. 4. Remove the air cleaner and air inlet hose.. 5. Remove the aerodynamic under cover NO.2.. 6. Remove the tunnel member (rear).. 7. Remove the upper panel.. 8. Remove the sh ...

Magnetic Clutch Disassembly/Assembly [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
1. Disassemble in the order indicated in the table. SKYACTIV-G 2.0 1 Bolt (See Bolt Removal/Installation Note.) 2 Pressure plate 3 Shim (See Shim Installation Note.) 4 Snap ring ...