2016 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR ABS

6–67
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
*Some models.
Fuse block (Left side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 P.WINDOW3
P.SEAT D 30 A
Power seat
*
2 D.LOCK 25 APower door locks
3 P.WINDOW2 25 APower windows
4 SEAT WARM 20 ASeat warmer
*
5 R.OUTLET3 15 AAccessory sockets
6 SRS2/ESCL 15 ASeat weight sensor
7 SUNROOF 10 AMoonroof
*
8 M.DEF 7.5 AMirror defogger*
9 R.OUTLET1 15 A —
10 MIRROR 7.5 APower control mirror
11 F.OUTLET 15 AAccessory sockets
12 ABS IG
AT IND 7.5 A
AT shift indicator
*
13 SRS1 7.5 A —
14 METER1 10 A —
15 C/U IG1 15 A —
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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 figure.

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 sufficiently tightened.
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7–5
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
4. Insert the cover tabs and install the
cover.
(4-Door)
Tabs
Tabs
(5-Door)
NOTE
Verify that the cover is securely installed.
Maintenance
 Always keep the jack clean. Make sure the moving parts are kept
free from dirt or rust. 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 affected.
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
 When using the temporary spare tire,
driving stability may decrease compared
to when using only the conventional tire.
Drive carefully.
 To avoid damage to the temporary
spare tire or to the vehicle, observe the
following precautions:
 Do not exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). Avoid driving over obstacles. Also, do
not drive through an automatic car
wash. This tire's diameter is smaller
than a conventional tire, so the
ground clearance is reduced.
 Do not use a tire chain on this tire
because it will not fit properly. Do not use your temporary spare
tire on any other vehicle, it has been
designed only for your Mazda.
 Use only one t emporary spare tire on
your vehicle at the same time.
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7–25
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
SignalWarning
Electronic Brake Force Distribution System
Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that \
some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.
WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfuncti\
on of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning LightThis warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while dr\
iving:
1.Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2.Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil p\
an.
3.Inspect the engine oil level 6-30. If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine
oil while being careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
4.Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or \
after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
*Some models.
SignalWarning
ABS Warning Light
If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a
system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally a\
s if the vehicle had
no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS
warning light may illuminate. If this occurs, it is the result of the weak battery and does
not indicate an ABS malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
The brake assist system does not operate while the ABS warning light is illuminated.
Check Engine Light
If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a problem.\
It is important to
note the driving conditions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
The check engine light may illuminate in the following cases:
The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty.The engine's electrical system has a problem.The emission control system has a problem.The fuel-filler cap is missing or not tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on, or it flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds
and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Automatic
Transaxle Warning Light
*
The light/indication illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.
CAUTION
If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your
transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly flashes, constantly
illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition is switched ON. If any of these
occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not operate
in an accident.WARNING
Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs:
Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner
could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Warranty
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's
performance or safety systems; the Mazda warranty doesn't cover this. Before you install
any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine parts or
accessories:Improperly designed parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle's performance
or safety systems. This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of
injuries in an accident.
Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as mobile
telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems: Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment or choosing an improper
installer is dangerous. Essential systems could be damaged, causing engine stalling, air-
bag (SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in the vehicle.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.
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Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a
trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to ke\
ep your loaded
vehicle weight within its design rating capability. Properly loading your vehicle will provide
maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize
yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle's weight \
ratings, from the
vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:
WARNING
Overloaded Vehicle:
Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious
consequences in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's suspension
system can cause spring or shock absorber failure, brake failure, handling or steering
problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the distance
required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail completely,
particularly on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of
the tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the
vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
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10–2
Index
A
Accessory Socket ..............................5-137
Active Driving Display
.......................4-18
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)................................................... 4-76
AFS OFF indicator light ................4-76
AFS OFF switch
............................4-76
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
.........................................8-18
Advanced Key Advanced keyless entry system
......3-9
Operational range
..........................3-10
Advanced Key removed from vehicle
warning beep
.......................................7-36
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Beep
.........................7-35
Air Bag Systems
.................................2-40
Ambient Temperature Display
............4-16
Antilock Brake System (ABS)
............4-62
Audio Control Switch Adjusting the Volume
....................5-58
Mute Switch
..................................5-58
Seek Switch
...................................5-58
Audio System
......................................5-16
AUX/USB mode
...........................5-59
Antenna
.........................................5-16
Audio Control Switch
...................5-57
Audio set
[Type A (non-touchscreen)]
...........5-25
Audio set [Type B (touchscreen)] ...5-36
Operating Tips for Audio System ...5-17
Satellite Radio
...............................5-47
Automatic Transaxle
...........................4-29
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)
........4-31
Direct Mode
..................................4-38
Driving tips .................................... 4-39
Manual shift mode .........................4-32
Shift-lock system
...........................4-31
Shift position indication
................4-30
Warning light
.................................4-30
B
Battery .................................................6-38
Maintenance
..................................6-40
Replacement
..................................6-40
Specifications
..................................9-4
Battery runs out
...................................7-15
Jump-Starting
................................7-15
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
............4-86
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
switch
............................................4-91
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
warning beep
.......................................7-38
Bluetooth® ...........................................5-77
Bluetooth® Audio (Type A) .........5-115
Bluetooth® Audio (Type B) .........5-117
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type A) ...5-99
Bluetooth® Hands-Free (Type B) ...5-105
Troubleshooting
..........................5-131
Body Lubrication
................................6-33
Bottle Holder
.....................................5-139
Brakes Brakes assist
..................................4-60
Foot brake ...................................... 4-58
Pad wear indicator
.........................4-59
Parking brake
................................4-59
Warning light
.................................4-59
Break-In Period
...................................3-44
C
Capacities ..............................................9-5
Carbon Monoxide
...............................3-28
Cell Phones
.........................................8-19
Center Console
..................................5-141
Child Restraint Child-restraint precautions
............2-22
Installing child-restraint systems ...2-28
LATCH child-restraint systems
.....2-36
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors
.....3-19
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