2016 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK battery
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Interior Features
Interior Equipment
Luggage Compartment Lights (5–door)
Switch
Position Luggage Compartment Light
Light off
Light on when the liftgate is open
Trunk Light (4–door)
The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it's closed.
N O T E
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the trunk open
for a long period when the engine is not
running.
Illuminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system
operates, the overhead light (switch is in
the DOOR position) turn on for:
y About 30 seconds after the driver's door
is unlocked and the ignition is switched
off.
y About 15 seconds after all doors are
closed and the ignition is switched off.
y About 5 seconds after all doors are
closed and the ignition is switched off
when the key is out of the vehicle.
y Illuminates for about 15 seconds when
the ignition is returned from ACC to
OFF.
The light also turns off when:
y The ignition is switched on and all doors
are closed.
y The driver's door is locked.
N O T E
y Battery saver
If any door is left open with the
overhead light switch in the DOOR
position, or the liftgate/trunk lid is left
open, the overhead light or luggage
compartment light/trunk light turns
off after about 30 minutes to prevent
battery depletion.
y The operation of the illuminated entry
system can be changed.
Refer to Personalization Features on
page 9-12 .
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¾ Noise may occur on the audio playback
depending on the device connected to
the accessory socket.
¾ Depending on the device connected
to the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be aff ected,
which could cause the warning light to
illuminate. Disconnect the connected
device and make sure that the problem
is resolved. If the problem is resolved,
disconnect the device from the socket
and switch the ignition off . If the
problem is not resolved, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
N O T E
To prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
Connecting the accessory socket
1. Open the lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord through
the cutout of the console and insert the
plug into the accessory socket.
Plug
Cup Holder
WARNING
Never use a cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving:
Using a cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. If the contents spill, you
could be scalded.
Do not put anything other than cups or
drink cans in cup holders:
Putting objects other than cups
or drink cans in a cup holder is
dangerous.
During sudden braking or
maneuvering, occupants could be
hit and injured, or objects could be
thrown around the vehicle, causing
interference with the driver and the
possibility of an accident. Only use a
cup holder for cups or drink cans.
Front
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information ........................................................................ 6-2
Introduction ................................................................................... 6-2
Scheduled Maintenance ..................................................................... 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico) ........ 6-4
Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) .............................................. 6-13
Maintenance Monitor .................................................................. 6-20
Owner Maintenance ......................................................................... 6-22
Owner Maintenance Precautions ................................................ 6-22
Hood ............................................................................................ 6-24
Engine Compartment Overview ................................................. 6-26
Engine Oil ................................................................................... 6-27
Engine Coolant ............................................................................ 6-30
Brake/Clutch Fluid ...................................................................... 6-32
Washer Fluid ............................................................................... 6-32
Body Lubrication ........................................................................ 6-33
Wiper Blades ............................................................................... 6-34
Battery ......................................................................................... 6-38
Battery Replacement ................................................................... 6-40
Tires............................................................................................. 6-43
Light Bulbs .................................................................................. 6-47
Fuses ........................................................................................... 6-63
Appearance Care.............................................................................. 6-68
Exterior Care ............................................................................... 6-68
Interior Care ................................................................................ 6-74
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Owner Maintenance
Engine Compartment Overview
Windshield washer fluid reservoir Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstickBattery
Fuse block
Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
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Owner Maintenance
Battery
WARNING
Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories:
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting
to ensure safe and correct handling:
Always wear eye protection when working near the battery:
Working without eye protection is dangerous. Battery fl uid contains SULFURIC ACID
which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes. Also, hydrogen gas produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode.
Wear eye protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery fl uid:
Spilled battery fl uid is dangerous.
Battery fl uid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in eyes,
or on the skin or clothing. If this happens, immediately fl ush your eyes with water for 15
minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention.
Always keep batteries out of the reach of children:
Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fl uid could cause serious
injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin.
Keep fl ames and sparks away from open battery cells and do not allow metal
tools to contact the positive (
) or negative ( ) terminal of the battery when working
near a battery. Do not allow the positive (
) terminal to contact the vehicle body:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all fl ames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells.
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Keep all fl ames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries.
N O T E
Before performing battery maintenance, remove the battery cover.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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.
Battery Replacement
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for a
battery replacement purchase.
Battery Replacement
If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not À ash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
¾ Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur if it
is not installed correctly.
¾ When replacing the battery, be careful
not to touch any of the internal circuitry
and electrical terminals, bend the
electrical terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could be
damaged.
¾ There is the danger of explosion if the
battery is not correctly replaced.
¾ Dispose of used batteries according to
the following instructions.
¾ Insulate the plus and minus terminals
of the battery using cellophane or
equivalent tape.
¾ Never disassemble.
¾ Never throw the battery into fi re or
water.
¾ Never deform or crush.
¾ Replace only with the same type battery
(CR2025 or equivalent).
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Owner Maintenance
The following conditions indicate that the
battery power is low:
y The KEY indicator light (green) À ashes
in the instrument cluster for about 30
seconds after the engine is turned off.
y The system does not operate and
the operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not À ash when the
buttons are pressed.
y The system's operational range is
reduced.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended to prevent
damage to the key. If replacing the battery
by yourself, follow the instruction below.
Replacing the key battery
1. Press the knob and pull out the
auxiliary key.
Knob
2. Twist a tape-wrapped À athead
screwdriver in the direction of the
arrow and open the cover slightly.
Cover
3. Insert the tape-wrapped À athead
screwdriver into the gap and slide it in
the direction of the arrow.
Cover
Gap
4. Twist the À athead screwdriver in the
direction of the arrow and remove the
cover.
Cover
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