Under the Hood
The 2.0-liter four-cylinder in the Mazda3 i has variable valve timing and develops 148 horsepower (144 hp in PZEV form). The Mazda3 s uses a 2.3-liter four-cylinder that pumps out 156 hp. A five-speed manual gearbox is standard, and a four-speed automatic transmission with a manual-shift provision is optional for the Mazda3 i. The 2.3-liter engine can mate with a five-speed automatic.
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Vent Operation
Adjusting the Vents
Directing airflow
You can direct air flow by rotating the vent.
Opening/closing vents
The two outside vents can be opened and closed with center button.
NOTE:
When using th ...
Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front.
Vanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor. ...
How the Air Bags Work
How the Front Air BagsWork
When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate
force, an
electrical current is sent to the inflators.
Gases are produced to inflate the fro ...