2010 MAZDA MODEL 3 5-DOOR Owners Manual

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3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fusepuller provided on the inside of the
engine compartment fuse block cover.
4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it'sblown.
Normal Blown
5. Insert a new fuse of the same amperage
rating, and make sure it fits tightly. If it
does not fit tightly, have an expert
install it. We recommend an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow one
of the same rating from a circuit not
essential to vehicle operation, such as
the AUDIO or CIGAR circuit.
CAUTION
Always replace a fuse with one of the
same rating. Otherwise you may
damage the electric system.
Replacing the fuses under the hood
If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the fuses in
the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse
block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it
must be replaced. Follow these steps:
1. Turn off the ignition switch and all
other switches.
2. Remove the fuse block cover.
3. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the
same amperage rating .
Normal
Blown
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WARNING
Do not replace the main fuse by
yourself. Have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform the replacement:Replacing the fuse by yourself is
dangerous because the MAIN fuse is
a high current fuse. Incorrect
replacement could cause an electrical
shock or a short circuit resulting in a
fire.
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qFuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
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DESCRIPTION
FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 FAN 2 40 A Cooling fan
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2 ENG MAIN 40 A Engine control system
3 BTN 1 50 A For protection of various circuits
4 A/C MAG 7.5 A Air conditioner
5 H/L HI 20 A Headlight high beam
6 FOG 15 A Fog lights
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7 H/L WASH ――
8 SUNROOF 15 A Moonroofí
9 F.DEF RH ――
10 F.DEF LH ――
11 FAN 1 40 A Cooling fan
12 ROOM 15 A Interior lights
13 TCM 15 A TCM
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14 DSC 20 A Dynamic Stability Control systemí
15BTN 2 7.5 A For protection of various circuits
16 AT PUMP ――
17 HEATER 40 A Heater
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
18 INJ 30 A Injector
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19R.DEF 30 A Rear window defroster
20 IGKEY 2 40 A For protection of various circuits
21 IGKEY 1 40 A For protection of various circuits
22 HORN 15 A Horn
23 STOP 15 A Brake lights
24
10A Engine control system
25 FUEL PUMP 25 A Fuel system
26 ABS 40 A ABS
27 SEAT WARM 20 A Seat warmer
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28 EHPAS 80 A Electro-Hydraulic Power Assist Steering
29 ―― ―
30 ABS IG 7.5 A ABS
31 ―― ―
32 H/L LO RH 15 A Headlight low beam (RH)
33 H/L LO LH 15 A Headlight low beam (LH)
34 ILLUM 7.5 A Dashboard illumination
35 TAIL 15 A Taillights
36 ENG INJ 15 A Engine control system
37 ENG BAR 15 A PCM
38 ENG BAR 2 20 A PCM
39 ETV 15 A Electric throttle valve
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Fuse block (Passenger's side)
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DESCRIPTION
FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 BOSE 30 A Bose
®Sound System-equipped modelí
2P SEAT 30 A Power seatí
3P.WIND 30 A Power window
4 D LOCK 25 A Door lock motor
5 ―― ―
6 ―― ―
7 ESCL 15 A Electronic steering lock
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8SAS 15 A Air bag
9 ―― ―
10 HAZARD 15 A Hazard warning flashers 11 METER 15 A For protection of various circuits
12 OUTLET 15 A Accessory sockets
13 R WIPER 15 A Rear wiper
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14CIGAR 15 A Lighter
15 ―― ―
16 HEATER 10 A Blower motor
17 MIRROR 10 A Power control mirror
18 ST SIG 10 A Starter sig
19 ―― ―
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
20 AUDIO 7.5 A Audio system
21 M.DEF 7.5 A Mirror defroster
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22AFS 7.5 A Adaptive Front-Lighting Systemí
23―― ―
24 ENG 20 A Engine control system
25 ―― ―
26 ―― ―
27 ―― ―
28 ―― ―
29 ―― ―
30 P.WIND 25 A Power window
31 ―― ―
32 F WIPER 25 A Windshield wiper and washer
33 ―― ―
34 ―― ―
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How to Minimize
Environmental Paint Damage
The paintwork on your Mazda represents
the latest technical developments in
composition and methods of application.
Environmental hazards, however, can
harm the paint's protective properties, if
proper care is not taken.
Here are some examples of possible
damage, with tips on how to prevent
them.
qEtching Caused by Acid Rain or
Industrial Fallout
Occurrence
Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions
drift into the air and mix with rain or dew
to form acids. These acids can settle on a
vehicle's finish. As the water evaporates,
the acid becomes concentrated and can
damage the finish.
And the longer the acid remains on the
surface, the greater the chance is for
damage.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These
steps should be taken immediately after
you suspect that acid rain has settled on
your vehicle's finish.
qDamage Caused by Bird
Dropping, Insects, or Tree Sap
Occurrence
Bird droppings contain acids. If these
aren't removed they can eat away the clear
and color base coat of the vehicle's
paintwork.
When insects stick to the paint surface
and decompose, corrosive compounds
form. These can erode the clear and color
base coat of the vehicle's paintwork if
they are not removed.
Tree sap will harden and adhere
permanently to the paint finish. If you
scratch the sap off while it is hard, some
vehicle paint could come off with it.
Prevention
It is necessary to have your Mazda
washed and waxed to preserve its finish
according to the instructions in this
section. This should be done as soon as
possible.
Bird droppings can be removed with a
soft sponge and water. If you are traveling
and these are not available, a moistened
tissue may also take care of the problem.
The cleaned area should be waxed
according to the instructions in this
section.
Insects and tree sap are best removed with
a soft sponge and water or a commercially
available chemical cleaner.
Another method is to cover the affected
area with dampened newspaper for one to
two hours. After removing the newspaper,
rinse off the loosened debris with water.
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qWater Marks
Occurrence
Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can
contain harmful minerals such as salt and
lime. If moisture containing these
minerals settles on the vehicle and
evaporates, the minerals will concentrate
and harden to form white rings. The rings
can damage your vehicle's finish.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its finish according to
the instructions in this section. These
steps should be taken immediately after
you find water marks on your vehicle's
finish.
qPaint Chipping
Occurrence
Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown
in the air by another vehicle's tires hits
your vehicle.
How to avoid paint chipping
Keeping a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of
having your paint chipped by flying
gravel. NOTE
lThe paint chipping zone varies with the
speed of the vehicle. For example, when
traveling at 90 km/h (56 mph), the paint
chipping zone is 50 m (164 ft).
lIn low temperatures a vehicle's finish
hardens. This increases the chance of paint
chipping.
lChipped paint can lead to rust forming on
your Mazda. Before this happens, repair the
damage by using Mazda touch-up paint
according to the instructions in this section.
Failure to repair the affected area could
lead to serious rusting and expensive
repairs.
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