2016 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR maintenance

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7. Insert the cover tabs and install the
cover.
Tabs
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.
Rear turn signal lights

Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-
marker lights (Bulb type)

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6. Disconnect the connector from the unit
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector.
Rear turn signal lights

Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-
marker lights (Bulb type)

7. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
Rear turn signal lights, Brake lights/
Taillights/Rear side-marker lights
(Bulb type)

8. Install the new bulb.
9. 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.
10. Turn the jack screw in the direction
shown in the figure.

11. 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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12. Install the cover in the reverse order of
the removal procedure.
13. Insert the cover tabs and install the
cover.
Tabs
NOTE
Verify that the cover is securely installed.
Reverse lights
4–Door
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers.
3. Peel back the trunk lid trim.

Removal
Installation
4. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector.

5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
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5–Door
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Remove the cover.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector.

4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
License plate lights
4–Door
1. Make sure the ignition is switched of f,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers.
3. Peel back the trunk lid trim.

Removal
Installation
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4. Disconnect the connector from the unit
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector.

5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
5–Door
1. Make sure the ignition is switched of f,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the lens,
and then remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with a
flathead screwdriver.
3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
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*Some models.
Replacing Interior Light Bulbs
Overhead lights (Front)/Map lights*,
Overhead lights (Front)*, Overhead
lights (Rear)*, Vanity mirror lights*
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver
with a soft cloth to prevent damage to
the lens, and then remove the lens by
carefully prying on the edge of the lens
with the flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
Overhead lights (Front)/Map lights*


Overhead lights (Front)*

Edge
Overhead lights (Rear)*

Edge
Vanity mirror lights*

3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
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Trunk light (4–Door)
1. Press both sides of the lens cap to
remove it.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Luggage compartment light (5–Door)
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with the
flathead screwdriver.

2. Disconnect the connector from the unit
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector.

3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
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Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left
side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
3. Pull the fuse straight out with the
fuse puller provided on the fuse block
located in the engine compartment.
4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is
blown.
NormalBlown
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 OUTLET circuit.
CAUTION
Always replace a fuse with a genuine
Mazda fuse or equivalent of the same
rating. Otherwise you may damage
the electric system.
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