Owners manual for mazda 3 2007

The tread on your tires can tell you more than how many miles you've logged. Worn tires should be replaced when the tires' tread wear bar meets the tread. Have your tires inspected regularly, and do not drive on a damaged tire or wheel. Visit your authorized Mazda Dealer for a Full Circle Service inspection to check the wear of your tires for your safety and to maintain your vehicle's best performance.

Genuine Mazda brakes make sure you stop smoothly. Designed for specific Mazda models, we ensure that they're the highest-quality brakes available. Aftermarket brakes can be as unpredictable as the road you're driving on.

Genuine Mazda brake pads have an advantage in braking effectiveness. To keep brake performance at its optimum level, an inspection every six months is recommended. Because brake pads and shoes are hidden behind the wheels, calipers or drums, you cannot easily see how much wear they have. The Mazda high-performance battery generates exceptional cold-cranking amps and has reserve-capacity ratings that meet or exceed our strict quality and safety requirements.

Nothing turns on your Mazda like Mazda high-performance batteries. To maintain a reliable, corrosion-free battery with lots of powerful cold-cranking amps and reserve capacity, have your battery periodically checked by a Mazda Dealer. They are specifically designed and engineered for your Mazda vehicle—no one but you will know they've been replaced. The result is sheet metal components that fit perfectly so you don't see excessive gaps or misaligned panels.

Every new Mazda comes with a limited warranty that provides coverage in the unlikely event a repair is needed in the first years of ownership. Exact details are in your warranty information booklet, but rest-assured, we'll be right there with you. Along with your warranty coverage, Mazda provides hour Emergency Roadside Assistance for specific warranties, so the only thing you will need to do is enjoy the drive.

We engineered your Mazda to be driven. We designed Mazda Roadside Assistance to make sure nothing stands between you and the drive. We want you to drive confidently with your in-vehicle navigation device and be familiar with the infotainment system.

Mazda CX If you decide to continue service after your trial, the subscription plan you choose will automatically renew thereafter and you will be charged according to your chosen payment method at then-current rates. Fees and taxes apply. To cancel you must call SiriusXM at All fees and programming subject to change. Current information and features may not be available in all locations. Some features may require cellular or Wi-Fi service; some features may be locked out while the vehicle is in motion.

Not all features are compatible with all phones. Message and data rates may apply. Vehicle shown may be priced higher. Actual dealer price will vary. See dealer for complete details. Certified Pre-Owned Find a Dealer. Certified Pre-Owned. Explore Build. Mazda MX EV. Mazda3 Sedan. Mazda3 Hatchback. Mazda MX-5 Miata. Future Vehicles. Learn More. Shopping Tools. Don't coast with the ignition switch turned off. Don't descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.

If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area: Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Is the seat adjusted properly? Inspect inflation pressures and Are the inside and outside mirrors condition of tires. Page Driving Tips Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few How you operate your Mazda determines precautions in the first 1, km how far it will travel on a tank of fuel.

Use miles may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Mazda. Do not spin the front wheels.

Page Install the chains on the front tires. NOTE Don't use chains on the rear tires. If your vehicle is equipped with the tire Use only genuine Mazda tire chains. Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage.

Its advanced design provides improved operation and requires minimum additional maintenance. To get maximum performance from your turbocharged engine, take note of the following tips: The turbocharged engine is designed for optimal operation with premium unleaded gasoline page Never tow a trailer with your Mazda3. Page Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system.

Page Brake System Brake Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes fails to start, wait 10 seconds before that adjust automatically through normal trying again.

Otherwise, you may use. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. This warning has the following functions Page ABS. Page Have the vehicle towed to will apply more firmly. This is a an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have normal effect of the brake assist the brakes inspected as soon as operation and does not indicate an possible: abnormality. Push the shift lever downward and shift to R. This except when shifting gears.

Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position. Move the shift lever. Depress and hold the brake pedal. Take the vehicle to an Authorized 2. Start the engine. Mazda Dealer to have the system 3. The transaxle will Page Power Steering Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the light stays illuminated after the Power Steering engine is started or illuminates while driving, turn off the engine after parking Power steering is only operable when the in a safe place, and then start the engine engine is running.

Follow either of these procedures. Release the accelerator at the same time. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction.

Use tires of the same manufacturer, brand and tread pattern on all four wheels. Page ON position. Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates when tire pressure is too low in one or Tires can loose a little air quite Page TPMS before it can pressure sensor to the receiver unit.

The easiest way to do it is to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change When using the following devices in your tire and complete ID signal code the vehicle that may cause radio registration. For purchase of a tire pressure sensor and registration of the tire pressure sensor ID signal code, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Page Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qDashboard Illumination Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination intensity With exterior When the exterior lights are on, rotate the lights off thumb-wheel to adjust the brightness of When the exterior lights are off, the the dashboard lights. Have the vehicle towed to Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Page If the check engine light remains on or Authorized Mazda Dealer. If either of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as The seat belt warning light illuminates possible.

The system may not work in an and a beep sound will be heard if the accident. Page NOTE according to the chart below. The belt minder can be deactivated.

Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. This warning light comes on when any door or liftgate isn't securely closed. Page - take it to an Authorized If the engine doesn't start with the correct Mazda Dealer which has all the ignition key, and the security indicator equipment to fix tires, TPMS light keeps illuminating or flashing, the systems and order the best system may have a malfunction.

The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction. Page Beep Sounds Have your vehicle inspected at an is operating page Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. When operating the hazard warning lights, both turn signal indicator lights flash page Switch Position Turn the headlight switch to turn the Page Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary.

NOTE If the headlights flicker, or the brightness weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a replacement is necessary. Move the signal lever down for a left For that reason, the daytime running lights The ignition switch must be in the ON position. The headlights must be turned on to turn on the front fog lights. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Normal Intermittent qRear Window Washer Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. Page Interior Comfort Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system.

Climate Control System Page Lack of refrigerant qClearing the Air Inlet may make the air conditioner less efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow Dealer for refrigerant inspection. Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right.

Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Manual Type Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode page NOTE If you want to slightly adjust the airflow amount, set the mode This switch controls the source of air selector dial at Using the recirculated air mode in If cooler air is desired at face level, cold or rainy weather is dangerous as set the mode selector dial at the it will cause the windows to fog up.

Set the mode selector dial to the When using the air conditioner while position. Set the temperature control dial to the closely monitor the temperature gauge desired position.

Page Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE NOTE For maximum defrosting, set the One of the functions of the air temperature control dial to the conditioner is dehumidifying the air extreme hot position and the fan and, to use this function, the control dial to position 4.

Temperature control dial NOTE With the airflow mode set to position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and a Cold Press the switch to select ambient temperature.

NOTE Recirculated air position with indicator light on The displayed ambient temperature Use this position when going through Press the AUTO switch. Selection of the airflow mode, air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled. Press the windshield defroster switch. In this position, the position is 2. It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Be careful around the antenna when Make sure the antenna is securely removing snow from the roof.

Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals. Because Do not adjust the audio control of this, two stations may sometimes be switches while driving the vehicle: picked up on the same frequency at the Page Use a good quality head- cleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to remove it. Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Never attempt to repair it or insert a screwdriver or anything else.

Station drift noise Use a pencil or Condensation phenomenon something similar to remove any slack. Defective cracked or badly its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc bent CDs should never be used. Volatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner can also damage the surface of the CD and must not be used.

Anything that can damage, warp, or fog plastic should never be used to clean CDs. Nonetheless, to insure and folders during playback or other enjoyment of music with consistent functions is from shallow to deep. Audio sound adjustment 1.

Page Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the The following four modes are available. Page Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Auto memory tuning Pressing the seek tuning button , This is especially useful when driving in will cause the tuner to seek a higher or an area where the local stations are not lower frequency automatically.

Page MEMO A tape has long, silent intervals. Page Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Press the scan button during play to start scan play operation the track number will flash. Press the scan button once again to cancel scan play. A beeping seconds after IN is displayed. CDs will be ejected starting with the one with the lowest number. Pull out the CD. All CDs in the tray will be ejected continuously.

Press the repeat button during more during playback. RDM is displayed. Page CD, and then properly reinsert. If the message appears again, take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the error indication Page Auxiliary Input Interior Comfort Audio System qMute Switch Auxiliary Input Press the mute switch once to mute You can connect portable audio units or audio, press it again to resume audio similar products on the market to the output.

Page Interior Comfort Audio System Connecting the auxiliary jack NOTE When placing portable audio units or Before using the auxiliary jack, read similar products in the tray while the manufacturer's instructions for connected to the auxiliary jack, pass the the product being connected.

Page Interior Comfort Audio System 4. Open the tray by pulling the lower NOTE release catch. Insert the plug to the auxiliary jack 5. Pass the connection plug cord through securely. Insert or remove the plug with the plug perpendicular to the auxiliary jack hole.

Page Safety Certification This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure.

Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed. When the illuminated entry system Sunvisor operates, the overhead light switch is in the DOOR position turns on for: About 30 seconds after the driver's door is unlocked and the ignition When the trip computer is being 4.

Page MEDIA button page simultaneously for 5 seconds or If you have any problems with your trip more to switch the display from computer, consult an Authorized Mazda Fahrenheit to Centigrade or vice Dealer. Page Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Current fuel economy mode Average fuel economy mode This mode displays the current fuel This mode displays the average fuel economy by calculating the amount of economy by calculating the fuel fuel consumption and the distance consumption and the distance traveled traveled.

Page Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Distance-to-empty mode NOTE This mode displays the approximate Even though the distance-to-empty distance you can travel on the remaining display may indicate a sufficient fuel based on the fuel economy.

Page Lighter Don't use the lighter socket for plug- in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.

You Never use a cup holder to hold hot might start a fire. Bottle holders are on the inside of the front doors. Do not use the bottle holders for containers without caps. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving.

Page Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Use the loops in the luggage compartment Without flexible floor board to secure cargo with a rope or net. The To use the cargo sub-compartment, tensile strength of the loops is N 20 remove or lift the trunk board. Page Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 2. Insert the trunk board loops into the NOTE trunk board slits. The trunk board loops can be used in the same way as the cargo securing loops.

The tensile strength of the loops is N 15 kgf, 33 lbf. Do not apply excessive force to the trunk board loops as it will damage them page Page Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 3. Do not place heavy objects on the trunk board or apply excessive force as they could damage the trunk board.

Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than When placing an electrical device e. Page Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 6. Connection plug cord 4. Open the tray by pulling the lower release catch. Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Page Tire Do not use a tire chain on this tire because it won't fit properly.

Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. Do not use your temporary spare The temporary spare tire is lighter and tire on any other vehicle; it has With limited slip differential When using the temporary spare tire on the front axle, replace it with a standard tire as soon as possible.

The size difference between the spare and the standard tire will cause the limited slip differential to Do not use Steering becomes difficult. Block the wheel diagonally opposite NOTE the flat tire. When blocking a wheel, place a tire block both in front and Force the end of the lug wrench firmly behind the tire. Page Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move.

Remove dirt and grime from the order form, which is with the registration mounting surfaces of the wheel and card. Page Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous.

On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud, which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident. Store the damaged tire, using the tire NOTE hold-down bolt to hold it in place.

To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them properly. Tire clamp Tire hold-down bolt 6. Check the inflation pressure. Refer to the specification charts on page Page Overheating Stop the injury. Open the hood ONLY after steam is no longer escaping from the engine: 6.

Make sure the cooling fan is operating, Page Carefully add coolant as required page The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.

Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Page In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order. Discharged battery Jumper cables Booster battery 1. Remove the battery cover from its front 4. Connect the jumper cables in the exact side. The vehicle being towed This commercial tow-truck service.

Securely install the tiedown eyelet Recreational Towing using the lug wrench. An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to Towing Description page and Tiedown Hook page and Page Introduction Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored.

Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Repeated short-distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Page Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Mexico Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2. Repeated short-distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.

Page Owner Maintenance The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.

Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. Page Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.

For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you're unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Page Engine Oil Changing the engine oil should be done and fuel economy requirements of the by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards —30 — With turbocharger —30 —20 —10 —20 80 5W 5. Pull it out again and examine the level. WARNING Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at Do not use a match or live flame in the least once a year at the beginning of the engine compartment.

Rinse it off quickly if spilled. Use only soft demineralized water in the coolant mixture. Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness. Don't add only water. Always add a proper coolant mixture. Without turbocharger If the coolant reservoir is empty or new coolant is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Page Power Steering Fluid Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids page will damage the systems. Mixing different fluids will also damage them.

A low fluid level can cause transaxle slippage. Page Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 9. If engine is warming up. Page Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Move the shift lever through all ranges, Fluid cold scale B then set it at P. Page Body Lubrication Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or damage the wipers. When washing or servicing your Mazda, make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position.

Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it clean the window and blades with a good out of blade holder. Repeat if necessary. To prevent damage to the wiper arm You need to use them again. If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade's wiping efficiency could 1. Remove the metal stiffener from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade. You need to use them again.

Carefully insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. Wash hands after handling.

Follow These Precautions Carefully: To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery, read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting it. Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. Remove the battery cover before performing battery maintenance. Using any other tire size than what is When checking the tire pressures, use of a specified for your Mazda page digital tire pressure gauge is is dangerous.

It could seriously affect recommended. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following: Always check tire pressure when tires are cold.

Incorrect tire pressure Warm tires normally exceed Improper wheel alignment recommended pressures. Page Tires degrade over time, even when wheels or both, have the work done by they are not being used on the road. It is an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire recommended that tires generally be pressure sensors may be damaged.

Page 4 digit. The wheels equipped on your Refer to Tires and Wheels on page When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset. Page Consult an Authorized replacing the left headlight bulb.

Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary. Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. Do the following procedure when 4. Remove the strap and raise the air replacing the left headlight bulb.

Remove the clip, grasp the attached Strap area of the slide mount and lift it upward, and then slide the slide mount to a position where it does not interfere with the frame. Page 3. Unhook the bulb retaining spring. If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used.

Use the protective cover and carton Page Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the bulbs should be 2. Disconnect the electrical connector replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Turn the socket and bulb assembly The rear combination component must counterclockwise and remove it. The rear combination component must be replaced. Page 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.