2014 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR ECU

6–25
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on the support rod, and secure the support
rod in the clip. Verify that the support
rod is secured in the clip before closing
the hood.
ClipClip
Clip
3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its closed
position and then let it drop.
CAUTION
When closing the hood, do not push
it excessively such as by applying your
weight. Otherwise, the hood could be
deformed.
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6–30
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Inspect the antifreeze protection and
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year—at the beginning of the
winter season—and before traveling where
temperatures may drop below freezing.
Inspect the condition and connections of
all cooling system and heater hoses.
Replace any that are swollen or
deteriorated.
The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the F and L marks
on the coolant reservoir when the engine
is cool.
If it is at or near L, add enough coolant to
the coolant reservoir to provide freezing
and corrosion protection and to bring the
level to F.
Securely tighten the coolant reservoir tank
cap after adding coolant.
CAUTION


6–38
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
NOTE
Before performing battery maintenance, remove the battery cover by pulling the tab.
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Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
 y Keep it securely mounted. y Keep the top clean and dry. y Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or
terminal grease.
 y  Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately
with a solution of water and baking
soda.
 y  If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables and charge the battery every six
weeks.
When replacing the battery, refer to the
specifi cation charts (page 9-4 ).
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6–52
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-marker lights (Bulb type)
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
6. Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.
NOTE
Verify that the cover is securely installed.
(Right side)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
2. Turn the knob and remove the cover.
3. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.
4. Remove the jack
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
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6–53
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-marker lights (Bulb type)
7. Install the new bulb.
8. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the down
and turn the wing bolt clockwise to
temporarily tighten it. 9. Turn the jack screw in the direction
shown in the fi gure.
10. Turn the wing bolt completely to secure
the jack.
NOTE
If the jack is not completely secured, it
could rattle while driving. Make sure the
jack screw is suffi ciently tightened.
11. Install the cover in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
12. Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.
NOTE
Verify that the cover is securely installed.
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6–59
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
6. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed.
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. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and other switches are off.
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
WARNING
Do not replace the main fuse and
multiplex slow blow fuse by yourself.
Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform the replacement:
Replacing these fuses by yourself is
dangerous because they are high
current fuses. Incorrect replacement
could cause an electrical shock or a
short circuit resulting in a fi re.
4. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed.
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7–4
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
Jack
To remove the jack
1 . (4–Door)
Push the tabs and remove the cover.
Tabs
(5–Door)
Turn the knob and remove the cover.
2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing to the down
and turn the wing bolt clockwise to
temporarily tighten it.
2. Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the fi gure.
3. Turn the wing bolt completely to secure
the jack.
NOTE
If the jack is not completely secured, it
could rattle while driving. Make sure the
jack screw is suffi ciently tightened.
4. Insert the cover tabs and install the cover.
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7–5
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
NOTE
Verify that the cover is securely installed.
Maintenance
 y Always keep the jack clean. y Make sure the moving parts are kept
free from dirt or rust.
 y  Make sure the screw thread is
adequately lubricated.
Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
periods. Temporary spare tires should
NEVER be used for long drives or
extended periods.
WARNING
Do not install the temporary spare tire
on the front wheels (driving wheels): Driving with the temporary spare tire
on one of the front driving wheels is
dangerous. Handling will be aff ected.
You could lose control of the vehicle,
especially on ice or snow bound roads,
and have an accident. Move a regular
tire to the front wheel and install the
temporary spare tire to the rear.
CAUTION