Mazda 3 Owners Manual: Steering Wheel

Mazda 3 Owners Manual / Before Driving / Steering Wheel

WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.

Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident.

Steering Wheel Adjustment

To change the angle or length of the steering wheel:

Stop the vehicle, and then pull down the lock release lever under the steering column.

Mazda 3. Steering Wheel Adjustment

Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the steering column length to the desired positions, then push the lever up to lock the column.
Attempt to push the steering wheel up and down to make sure it's locked before driving.

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

WARNING When removing the fuel-fi ller cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop, then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cau ...

Mirrors

Before driving, adjust the inside and outside mirrors. ...

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Inside Trunk Release Lever (4-Door)
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