Vehicle Maintenance Mazda 3 (BK)

General information and safety precautions for inspection and maintenance
During vehicle operation, such processes as loosening of fastening of units and assemblies, wear of rubbing surfaces, violation of adjustment parameters, aging of rubber...

Checking the engine oil level
1. Make sure the vehicle is parked on a level, horizontal surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn off the engine and wait at least 5...

Checking the coolant level
Check the freezing point of the coolant in the engine cooling system at least once a year - before the start of the winter season, and also before traveling to places...

Checking the level of working fluid in the power steering reservoir
Attention! To avoid failure of the power steering pump, do not continue to operate the vehicle if the power steering fluid level has dropped to the lower "MIN" mark....

Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid Level
It is necessary to check the automatic transmission fluid level regularly. Check as follows. The volume of the working fluid changes depending on the temperature. Check...

Checking and adjusting the parking brake
1. Pull the parking brake lever 2–3 times. 2. Press the brake pedal 2-3 times. 3. Check the stroke of the parking brake lever. Slowly lift the lever until it stops,...

Checking the axial play of the steering wheel
1. With the vehicle stationary and the wheels set to the straight-ahead position, rock the steering wheel from side to side with a little effort. If the play is not...

Replacing the oil filter
Fig. 1.178. Oil filter replacement procedure 1. Using a special tool, unscrew the oil filter (fig. 1.178). 2. Wipe the mating surface of the oil filter housing with a...

Engine oil change
Note: It is recommended to change the engine oil together with the oil filter. 1. Place the vehicle on a flat, horizontal surface. 2. Remove the oil filler cap and...

Checking the level and replacing oil in the manual transmission
The sequence for checking the oil level is given below 1. Place the vehicle on a level surface. 2. Unscrew the filler plug and remove the washer. 3. Make sure that the...

Checking the windshield and headlight washer fluid levels
Fill the windshield washer reservoir only with special liquid intended for the washer. or clean water. It is dangerous to fill the windshield washer with low-freezing...

Lubrication of friction units on the car body
All moving parts of the body equipment, such as door and hood hinges, locks and latches, must be lubricated at each engine oil change. At negative ambient temperatures,...

Replacing the air cleaner filter element
Note: If the vehicle is operated in very dusty conditions, replace the air cleaner filter element more often than specified in the maintenance schedule. Fig. 1.180....

Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades
Contamination of the windshield and wiper blades with various substances reduces the quality of glass cleaning. Such contaminants include, for example, insects, sap...

Battery Maintenance
Fig. 1.183. Preventive maintenance of the battery To ensure reliability and long battery life, follow these instructions: (fig. 1.183). Before servicing the battery,...

Checking the electrolyte level
When the electrolyte level is low, the battery capacity decreases and it discharges quickly. Fig. 1.184. Checking the battery electrolyte level Check the electrolyte...

Battery charge
Before servicing or charging the battery, turn off the engine and all electrical consumers. To disconnect the battery from the vehicle electrical system, disconnect the...

Checking the air pressure in the tires
Fig. 1.185. Location of the plate with the recommended air pressure in the tires Check the pressure monthly in all tires, including the spare. To ensure the best...

Periodic wheel rotation
To ensure more even wear of the tire treads, periodically (every 10,000 km) rotate the wheels. Check their balance and rebalance the wheels if necessary. The compact...

Lamps for lighting and light signaling devices
The location of the external lighting devices in cars with a sedan body is shown in Fig. 1.186, in cars with a hatchback body – Fig. 1.187. Fig. 1.186. Location of...

Replacing xenon lamps
Replacing xenon lamps in headlights on your own is dangerous. If you handle xenon lamps incorrectly, you may get an electric shock, since such lamps use high electrical...

Replacing halogen lamps
A halogen lamp is dangerous if broken. Its bulb contains gas under excess pressure. If the lamp breaks, people may be seriously injured by flying fragments of the bulb....

Replacement of lamps in external lighting and signaling devices
1. Check that the ignition switch and central light switch are in the "OFF" position. 2. Open the hood. 3. If a shield is installed on the left in the front part of the...

Replacing high beam headlight bulbs
1. Turn the socket with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the headlight housing. When removing the socket, carefully pull it horizontally backwards. Fig....

Replacing low beam headlight bulbs
1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the halogen bulb by pulling it back. 2. Remove the sealing cover. Fig. 1.190. Procedure for replacing bulbs in low beam...

Replacing front fog light bulbs
1. Loosen the screws by turning them counterclockwise and partially remove the mudguard. 2. Turn the socket with the bulb counterclockwise and remove it from the...

Brake lights, tail lights, rear direction indicators (sedan)
1. Pull out the cores and remove the plastic holders that secure the rear trunk trim panel. Remove the trunk trim panel. Fig. 1.192. Procedure for replacing the brake...

Brake lights, rear side lights (hatchback)
Flashlights with LED elements Due to the complexity of replacing LED elements, work must be performed at an authorized Mazda dealer service station. LED replacement is...

Reverse Light/Rear Fog Light Bulb
Cars with a "sedan" body Fig. 1.194. Reversing light/rear fog light bulb replacement procedure 1. Remove the plastic holders and remove the trunk lid trim. To remove the...

Center High Brake Light Bulb
Cars with a "sedan" body Fig. 1.195. Procedure for replacing the central high stop lamp bulb 1. Pull out the cores and remove the plastic holders that secure the trunk...

License plate light bulbs
1. Wrap a small flat-head screwdriver in a soft cloth (to avoid mechanical damage to the diffuser) and remove the diffuser by carefully pressing on its edge with a...

Replacing the bulb in the rear interior light
1. Wrap a small flat-head screwdriver in a soft cloth (to avoid mechanical damage to the diffuser) and remove the diffuser by carefully pressing on its edge with a...

Replacing fuses
Replacing electrical fuses in the block located under the glove box If the electrical equipment fails, check the electrical fuses in the block located on the right,...

Protection of the body from corrosion
Causes of car corrosion: 1. Road salt, dirt and moisture that accumulates under the vehicle. 2. Chipping of paint or protective coatings by stones, gravel, minor chips...

Preventing corrosion
You can prevent corrosion. The best way is to keep your car clean. Pay special attention to the underside of your car. If you live in a region (country) where your car...

Car body wash and wax application
Washing your car when its surface is heated by the sun's rays is unacceptable, so wash it only in the shade. Wash your car as often as possible. Dirt is abrasive and can...

Removal stains from the car body
Do not use gasoline, strong solvents or corrosive cleaning agents. These may damage the paintwork. Remove road tar with a clean soft cloth dampened with turpentine. Be...

Polishing the body and applying wax paste
Before applying polish and wax paste, be sure to wash and dry the car. Use only high-quality products available on the market and follow the manufacturer's instructions...

Caring for bumpers
When caring for your car bumpers, take precautions. Be careful not to let battery electrolyte or brake fluid get on the bumpers. If this happens, wash the bumpers...

Cleaning the car interior
To clean vinyl upholstery, first vacuum up any crumbs or dust. Then wipe the upholstery with a solution of neutral detergent and warm water using a clean sponge or soft...

Table 1.3. Filling capacities of units and systems, recommended operating materials
Filling capacities of units and systems, recommended operating materials Monitor the levels of oils, working and operating fluids using the dipstick or the marks on the...

Table 1.4. Requirements for oils and working fluids
Requirements for oils and working fluids * See charts to determine recommended oil viscosity according to SAE standard (Fig. 1.10) ** Use synthetic transmission oil for...

Table 1.5. Piston characteristics
Piston characteristics

Table 1.6. Alarm system malfunctions
Alarm system malfunctions

Table 1.7. Maintenance operations
Maintenance operations Designations in the table: P – Check: Check, clean, repair, adjust or replace as necessary. 3 – Replace O – Clear C – Drain the sediment water T –...

Table 1.8. Designation of fuses
Designation of fuses

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