2008 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK power steering

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Power Steering Fluid
qInspecting Power Steering Fluid
Level
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, don't operate the
vehicle for long periods when the
power steering fluid level is low.
NOTE
Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4).
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at
each engine oil change with the engine off
and cold. Add fluid if necessary; it does
not require periodic changing.
Without turbocharger
With turbocharger
The level must be kept between MIN and
MAX.
Visually examine the lines and hoses for
leaks and damage.
If new fluid is required frequently, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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qFuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
12 3 45 6
789 10
11 12
13 14
15 16
17 18
1920 2122 23
24 25 26
27 2829
3031 3233 3435 36
Without turbocharger
DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 FAN 40A Cooling fan
2 P/ST 80A Power steering
3 BTN 40A For protection of various circuits
4 HEAD 40A Headlights
5 PTC――
6 GLOW――
7 ABS 1 30A ABS
í, DSCí
8 ABS 2 20A ABSí, DSCí
9 ENGINE 30A For protection of various circuits
10―― ―
11 IG KEY 1 30A Ignition switch
12 STARTER 20A Starter clutch
13 IG KEY 2 30A Ignition switch
14 GLOW 1――
15 HEATER 40A Blower motor
16 GLOW 2――
17 DEFOG 40A Rear window defroster
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
18 AUDIO 30AAudio system
(BOSE Sound System-equipped model)
19 ABS IG 10A ABS
í, DSCí
20 FOG 15A Front fog lightsí
21 HORN 15A Horn
22 DRL 10A DRLí
23 H/CLEAN――
24 F/PUMP 15A Fuel pump
25 P/ST IG 10A Power steering
26 A/C MAG 10A Air conditioner
í
27 ALT/TCM 10A/15A TCMí
28 GLOW SIG――
29 P.OUTLET―Power outlet
30 ENG +B 10A PCM
31 ROOM 15A Interior lights
32 ENG BAR 4 10A O
2sensorsí
33 ENG BAR 3 10A O2sensors
34 EGI INJ 10A Injector
35 ENG BAR 1 10A For protection of various circuits
36 ENG BAR 2 10A PCM, Fuel pump
With turbocharger
DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 FAN 70A Cooling fan
2―― ―
3 BTN 40A For protection of various circuits
4 HEAD 40A Headlights
5 F/PUMP 30A Fuel pump
6―― ―
7 ABS 1 30A ABS, DSC
8 ABS 2 20A ABS, DSC
9 ENGINE 30A For protection of various circuits
10 INJECTOR 30A Fuel injector
11 IG KEY1 30A Ignition switch
12 STARTER 20A Starter clutch
13 IG KEY2 30A Ignition switch
14―― ―
15 HEATER 40A Blower motor
16―― ―
17 DEFOG 40A Rear window defroster
18 AUDIO 30AAudio system
(BOSE Sound System-equipped model)
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DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
56 P/WIND L――
57 ALARM――
58 M/DEF 7.5A Mirror Defroster
í
59―― ―
60 HEAD LOW R 15A Headlight low beam (RH), Headlight leveling
61 HEAD LOW L 15A Headlight low beam (LH)
62―― ―
63―― ―
64―― ―
65 SAS 10A Supplemental restraint system
66 METER 10A Instrument cluster, Immobilizer system
67 IGNITION 20A ABS
í, DSCí, Power steering
68 WIPER 20A Windshield wiper and washer
69 ENGINE 20A For protection of various circuits
70 IG SIG 10A Auto wiper
í, Power window switchí
71 SAS 2 7.5A Seat weight sensor
72―― ―
73―― ―
74 SEAT WARM 20A Seat warmer
í
75 D/LOCK 1 25A Power door lockí
76 A/C 10A Air conditionerí, Heater control unit
77 P/WIND L 30A Power window (LH)í
78 P/WIND R 30A Power window (RH)í
79 BACK 10A Reverse lights
80 SUN ROOF 7.5A Moonroofí
81 TAIL L 7.5A Taillight (LH), Parking light (LH)
82 ILLUMI 7.5A Illumination
83―― ―
84―― ―
85―― ―
86―― ―
Maintenance and Care
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Specifications
qEngine
ItemSpecification
Without turbocharger
With turbocharger
2.0-liter engine 2.3-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore×Stroke87.5 × 83.1 mm
(3.44 × 3.27 in)87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in)
Displacement1,999 ml
(1,999 cc, 122.0 cu in)2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in)
Compression ratio 10.0 9.7 9.5
qElectrical System
Item Classification
BatteryWithout
turbocharger2.0-liter engine 12V-40AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR
2.3-liter engine12V-40AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR,
12V-55AH/5HR
With turbocharger 12V-48AH/5HR, 12V-55AH/5HR
Spark-plug numberWithout turbocharger LFG1 18 110
*1, L3Y2 18 110
With turbocharger L3K9 18 110A*1, L3Y3 18 110
Spark-plug gapWithout turbocharger 1.25―1.35 mm (0.050―0.053 in)
With turbocharger 0.70―0.8 mm (0.028―0.031 in)
*1 ex factory
NOTE
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate coating on the iridium
alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-18.
Manual transaxle oilWithout turbochargerAny temperatureAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10°CAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
With turbochargerAPI Service GL-4
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
10-4
Specifications
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G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-60
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-60
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-8
Headlights
Control ....................................... 5-50
Flashing ...................................... 5-52
High-low beam .......................... 5-52
Leveling ..................................... 5-52
On reminder ............................... 5-52
Hood Release .................................... 3-21
Horn .................................................. 5-59
I
Ignition
Keys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-50
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-25
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-37
Cruise ......................................... 5-47
DSC OFF .................................... 5-47
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-46
Power steering malfunction ........ 5-48
Security ...................................... 5-46
Shift position .............................. 5-46
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-47
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-48
Information Display .......................... 6-53
Ambient temperature display ..... 6-54
Audio display ............................. 6-55
Climate control display .............. 6-55
Clock .......................................... 6-54
Information display functions .... 6-53
Trip computer ............................. 6-55
I
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-16
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-32
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select
Button ............................................... 5-35
Interior Care ...................................... 8-63
Interior Lights ................................... 6-50
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-17
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-53
Liftgate .............................................. 3-11
Luggage compartment ............... 3-12
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-39
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Lighter ............................................... 6-58
Lighting Control ............................... 5-50
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-51
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-16
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-15
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
11-4
Index
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M
Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 5-9
Recommendations for shifting.... 5-10
Map Lights ........................................ 6-51
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-29
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-30
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
Moonroof .......................................... 3-23
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-33
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-29
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-51
Overheating ....................................... 7-14
Overloading ...................................... 4-11
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-58
Parking Brake ..................................... 5-6
Parking in an Emergency .................... 7-2
Power Door Locks .............................. 3-9
Power Steering .................................. 5-18
Fluid ........................................... 8-24
Power steering malfunction indicator
light ............................................ 5-18
Power Windows ................................ 3-18
Push-Starting ..................................... 7-20
R
Rear Door Child Safety Locks .......... 3-10
Rear Seat ............................................. 2-5
Rear Window Defroster .................... 5-58
Rear Window Washer ....................... 5-58
Rear Window Wiper .......................... 5-58
Rearview Mirror ................................ 3-30
R
Recreational Towing ......................... 7-23
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................. 9-15
Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 4-9
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 9-42
Seat Belt System
Automatic locking ...................... 2-13
Belt minder ................................. 2-23
Center-rear lap/shoulder ............. 2-19
Emergency locking .................... 2-12
Except center-rear position ......... 2-14
Extender ..................................... 2-21
Pregnant women ........................ 2-12
Pretensioner and load limiting .... 2-16
Seat belt precautions .................. 2-10
Warning light/beep ..................... 2-23
Seats
Front seat ...................................... 2-2
Rear seat ....................................... 2-5
Seat warmer .................................. 2-5
Security System
Immobilizer system .................... 3-25
Theft-deterrent system ............... 3-27
Service Publications .......................... 9-44
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ................ 7-3
Specifications .................................... 10-4
Speedometer ...................................... 5-33
SRS Air Bags
How the Air Bags Work ............. 2-47
Supplemental restraint systems
precautions ................................. 2-40
Starting the Engine .............................. 5-4
Steering Wheel .................................. 3-29
Horn ........................................... 5-59
Index
11-5
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