Under the Hood
Mazda3 models now offer a choice of engines:
- Standard 148-horsepower, 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that teams with a five-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission
- Optional 167-hp, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that works with a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic
- Automatic transmission models include a clutchless-manual mode that lets the driver control gear changes by nudging the console gear selector up or down.
See also:
Tire Maintenance
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear
abnormally. Here are
some important maintenance points:
Tire Inflation Pressure
Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the ...
Spare Tire and Tool Storage
Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
(Except Mexico)
(Mexico)
Jack
To remove the jack
1. Remove the trunk board.
2. Turn the wing bolt and jack sc ...
Safety
All-disc antilock brakes and seat-mounted side-impact airbags are standard,
as is a tire pressure monitoring system. Apart from an optional limited-slip
differential, traction control and an elect ...