2021 MAZDA MODEL 3 SEDAN engine

Do not adjust a mobile device or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting a mobile device or a similar produ ct while driving the vehicle is dangerous
as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a
serious accident. Always adjust a mobile device or a similar product while the
vehicle is stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you
to hear sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particularly emergency
vehicle sirens.
NOTE
Do not use Mazda Connect for a long ti me with the engine stopped. Otherwise,
the battery power could be depleted.
If a mobile phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to
occur from the audio system. However, this does not indicate a problem.
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SiriusXM® All Access Subscription
Hopefully, you're already loving SiriusXM in your new Mazda. But don't stop there
— you can also listen on the app and online. All Access is the very best subscription
package – with the most channels and the most flexibility. With All Access, you get
every channel available on your vehicle, plus you can listen on the app, online, and
in your home on a variety of connecte d devices. — so you can enjoy SiriusXM
wherever you are. Here's what's included:
Over 150 satellite channels to enjoy in your car, coast-to-coast, 24/7.All kinds of commercial-free music, plus every major sport, world-class news and
the biggest names in talk & entertainment.
All of our premium programming, including Howard Stern, every NFL, MLB®, and
NBA game, NHL® games, every NASCAR® race, 24/7 talk channels dedicated to
the biggest leagues, and much more.
All SiriusXM services require a subscription, sold separately or as a package by
SiriusXM Radio Inc. (or, in Canada, SiriusXM Canada Inc.), after any trial
subscription which may be included with your vehicle purchase or lease. To
subscribe after your trial subscrip tion, call 1-877-447-0011 (U.S.A.) or
1-877-438-9677 (Canada).
CAUTION
It is prohibited to copy, decompile, disassemble, reverse engineer, hack,
manipulate, or otherwise make available any technology or software incorporated in
receivers compatible with the SiriusXM satellite radio service or that support the
SiriusXM website, the online service or any of its content. Furthermore, the AMBE
®
voice compression software included in this product is protected by intellectual
property rights including patent rights, co pyrights, and trade secrets of Digital Voice
Systems, Inc. The SiriusXM Service may include tra ffic, weather and other content
and emergency alert information and data. Such information and data is not for
“safety for life”, but is merely supplemental and advisory in nature and, therefore,
cannot be relied upon as safety critical. Neither SiriusXM nor Mazda is responsible
for any errors in accuracies in the SiriusXM data services or its use in applications.
The SiriusXM content is subject to change without notice.
NOTE
SiriusXM Satellite Radio Service is available in the 48 contiguous United States and
the District of Columbia. The service is not available in Alaska, Hawaii or Puerto
Rico.
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Interior Lights
▼Interior Lights
NOTE
Do not leave the lights on for long
periods while the engine is turned o
ff.
Otherwise the battery power could be
depleted.
Overhead lights
Front
1. Indicator light

Switch Overhead Lights
ON/OFFPress the switch to turn it on.
Press the switch again to turn o
ff
the lights.
Switch Overhead Lights
DOOR OFFThe door interlock can be switch-
ed ON/OFF.
When the door interlock is OFF,
the indicator light in the switch
turns on.

Door interlock ON (indicator
light in switch is o
ff)
The lights turn on when any of
the doors is opened.
The lights turn on/o ff in con-
junction with the illuminated
entry system.
Door interlock OFF (indicator
light in switch is on)
The lights do not turn on even
if any of the doors is opened.
The lights do not turn on/off in
conjunction with the illuminat-
ed entry system.

Rear
NOTE
The rear overhead light also turn on
and off when the front overhead light
switch is operated.
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Map lights
Press the switch to illuminate the map
lights, and then press the switch again
to turn them off.
NOTE
The map lights will not turn o ff even if
the switch is pressed in the following
cases:
The overhead lights turn on by
operating the overhead light
ON/OFF switch (
).The overhead lights turn on in
conjunction with a door opening/
closing.
The illuminated entry system is on.
Trunk light (4–door)
The trunk light is on when the trunk is
open and o ff when it is closed.
NOTE
Do not leave the trunk open for long
periods while the engine is turned o ff.
Otherwise the battery power could be
depleted.
Luggage compartment light (5–door)
The luggage compartment light is on
when the liftgate is open and o ff when
it is closed.
NOTE
Do not leave the liftgate open for long
periods while the engine is turned o ff.
Otherwise the battery power could be
depleted.
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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 o ff. If the problem is not
resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the socket for long periods
with the engine o ff 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.

1. Plug
Cup Holder
▼ 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.
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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......... 6-4
Owner Maintenance............... 6-12 Owner Maintenance
Precautions......................... 6-12
Hood.................................. 6-13
Engine Compartment
Overview............................ 6-15
Engine Oil........................... 6-17
Engine Coolant.................... 6-20
Brake/Clutch Fluid............... 6-21
Washer Fluid....................... 6-22
Body Lubrication.................. 6-23
Wiper Blades....................... 6-23
Battery................................ 6-29
Key Battery Replacement...... 6-31
Tires.................................... 6-33
Light Bulbs...........................6-37
Fuses.................................. 6-40
Appearance Care.................... 6-48 Exterior Care....................... 6-48
Interior Care........................ 6-54
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Scheduled Maintenance
▼Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A. and Puerto Rico)
Vehicles utilizing the vehicle status monitor feature:
The vehicle status monitor feature alerts you of maintenance needs by turning on the
wrench indicator light or displaying a message in the instrument panel, or both.
Every maintenance must be done when the display/wrench indication comes on.
The display/wrench indication will come
on before reaching the maximum interval
of 16,000 km (10,000 miles), or 12 mont hs (after the previous maintenance).
If you drive your vehicle under any of th e following conditions, follow the Severe
Driving Scheduled Maintenance and replace the engine oil and filter every 8,000 km
(5,000 miles) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Otherwise, follow the Normal Driv ing Scheduled Maintenance intervals.
1. The vehicle is idled for long periods or driven at low speeds, such as with police cars, taxis, or driver's education school car.
2. Driving under dusty conditions.
3. Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or driving regularly for short distan- ces only.
4. Driving under extremely high temperature conditions.
5. Driving continuously in mountainous regions.
If you are following the Severe Driving Scheduled Maintenance (8,000 km (5,000
miles) or 6 months oil replacement interval), set the vehicle status monitor manually.
Refer to the Information section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual. Please
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if necessary.
USA and Puerto Rico Residents (Nor mal Driving Scheduled Maintenance):
Maintenance ItemNumber of times, maintenance was performed.
12345678
Engine oil & filter
*1RRRRRRRR
Spark plugs SKYACTIV
-G
2.5T Replace every 64,000 km (40,000 miles).
Except SKY -
ACTIV -G
2.5T Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
Air filter RR
Drive belts IIIIIIII
Engine coolant level IIIIIIII
Engine coolant
*2Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 120
months; after that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 60 months.
Fuel lines & hoses
*3IIII
Hoses and tubes for emission
*3II
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Maintenance ItemNumber of times, maintenance was performed.
12345678
B ra ke lin es, h ose s a nd c onnectio ns IIII
Vacuum brake booster and
hose With vac-
uum booster
IIII
Brake and clutch fluid level IIIIIIII
Brake fluid With electri-
cal booster
RRRR
Disc brakes IIIIIIII
Tire rotation Rotate every 16,000 km (10,000 miles).
Tire in flation pressure and tire wear
*4IIIIIIII
S te erin g o pera tio n a nd lin ka ge s IIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and
wheel bearing axial play IIII
D riv e sh aft d ust b oo t IIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTTT
Exhaust system and heat shields II
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)
*5Inspect annually.
Cabin air filter Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24
months.
Function of all lights IIIIIIII
Chart symbols:
I : Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
T: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light display.
*2Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than
FL-22
may cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*3 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services
be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
*4 Inspect a spare tire if equipped.*5Check the tire repair fl uid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance.
Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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