steering MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2020 (in English) Repair Manual

b) Distance guide linesThese guide lines indicate the approximate distance to a point measured from the
vehicle's rear (from the end of the bumper).
The red and yellow lines indicate the points about 50 cm (19 in ) for the red line and 100
cm (39.3 in) for the yellow lines from the rear bumper (at the center point of each of the
lines).
CAUTION
The guide lines on the screen are fixed lines. They are not synced to the driver's turning of the
steering wheel. Always be careful and check the area to the vehicle's rear and the surrounding
area directly with your eyes while backing up.
▼ Rear View Monitor Operation
The operation of the rear view monitor when reversing the vehic
le varies depending on the
traffic, road, and vehicle conditions. The amount of steering a nd the timing also varies
depending on conditions, so conf irm the surrounding conditions directly with your eyes and
steer the vehicle in accordance with the conditions.
Be well aware of the above cautions prior to using the rear vie w monitor.
Predicted vehicle path a ssist lines display type
NOTE
The following shows an example of vehicle parking in which the steering wheel is turned to
the right when backing up the vehicle. The operation is reversed when backing up the
vehicle from the opposite direction.
1. Shift the shift lever (manual t ransmission) or the selector lever (automatic transmission)
to reverse (R) position to switc h the display to the rear view monitor display.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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2. Before backing the vehicle into the parking space, turn the steering wheel while
referring to the projected vehicle path display so that the veh icle enters the center of the
parking space.

1. (Display condition)
2. (Vehicle condition)
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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3. After your vehicle begins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowly so that
the distance between the vehicle width lines and the sides of t he parking space on the
left and right are roughly equal.

1. (Display condition)
2. (Vehicle condition)
4. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to
the left and right sides of the parking space.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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2. Confirming the surrounding conditions, reverse the vehicle.
1. (Display condition)
2. (Vehicle condition)
3. After your vehicle b egins entering the parking space, continue backing up slowly so that
the distance between the vehicle w idth lines and the sides of the parking space on the
left and right are roughly equal.
4. Continue to adjust the steering wheel until the vehicle width guide lines are parallel to
the left and right sides of the parking space.
When Driving
Rear View Monitor
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Fully Automatic Type
▼Fully Automatic Type
Climate control system information is displayed on the display.
1. Driver temperature control dial
2. AUTO switch
3. Temperature setting
display (driver’s side)
4. Air intake display
5. Airflow display
6. Mode selector display
7. Temperature setting display (passenger’s side)
8. SYNC (synchronized temperature) switch
9. Passenger temperature control dial
10. A/C switch
11. Rear window defogger switch
12. Mode selector switch
13. Fan control switch
14. Air intake selector switch
15. Windshield defroster switch
16. Power switch
▼ Control Switches
AUTO switch
By pressing the AUTO switch the
following functions will be automatically
controlled in accordan
ce with the selected
set temperature:
Airflow temperature
Amount of airflow
Selection of airflow mode
Outside/Recirculated air selection
Air conditioner operation
Seat warmer level selection*
Heated steering wheel operation*
NOTE
AUTO switch indicator light
Interior Features
Climate Control System
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WA R N I N G
Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped:
Do not adjust the audio remote control switch while driving the vehicle. Adjusting the audio
while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it co uld distract your attention from the vehicle
operation which could lead to a serious accident.
Even if the audio control switches are equipped on the steering wheel, learn to use the
switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your maximum attention on the
road while driving the vehicle.
Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the shift lever (manual
transmission)/selector lever (automatic transmission):
Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the shift lever (manual transmission)/selector
lever (automatic transmission) is dangerous as it could interfere with driving, resulting in an
accident.
Do not adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle:
Adjusting the portable audio unit or a similar product 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 the portable audio un it or a similar product while the vehicle is
stopped.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving, adjust the au dio volume to a level that allows you to hear
sounds outside of the vehicle including car horns and particul arly emergency vehicle sirens.
NOTE
Do not use Mazda Connect for a long time 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.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect
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No.Item Explanation
6
Home button:
Displays the home screen.

(While Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ is displayed)
Displays the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ home screen.

(While Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ is connected)
Press and hold while the Mazda C onnect screen is displayed to switch the
screen from Mazda Connect to Appl e CarPlay™ or Mazda Connect to
Android Auto™. In addition, press and hold while the Apple CarPlay™ or
Android Auto™ screen is displayed to switch to the Mazda Connec t screen.
7
Back button:
Returns to previous screen.
8
Map button:
Displays the navigation screen (vehicles with navigation system).
In order for the navigation system to function, the SD card for the navigation
system is required.
If the SD card for the navigation system is not inserted, the c ompass indicat‐
ing the direction in which the v ehicle is moving is displayed.
For the navigation system operation, refer to the navigation sy stem manual.

(During Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ route guidance)
Displays the Apple CarPlay™ or Android Auto™ map screen.
▼ Audio Remote Control Switch Operation
The audio remote control switch is on the left side of the stee
ring wheel. You can operate
the audio unit from the steering wheel.
Interior Features
Mazda Connect
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Maintenance ItemNormal Driving Scheduled Maintenance Intervals
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Brake and clutch fluid level IIIIIIII
Brake fluid With electrical
boosterRRRR
Disc brakes IIIIIIII
Tire rotation Rotate every 16,000 km (10,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*4IIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages I I I I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play IIII
Rear differential oil
*5
Transfer oil*5
Driveshaft dust boot II II
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTTT
Exhaust system and heat shields II
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)
*6Inspect 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: Ti g h t e n
Remarks:
*1 Reset the engine oil data whene ver replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light
display.
*2 Use of FL-22 is recommended wh en 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 installed.*5 If this component has been subm erged in water, the oil should be replaced.*6 Check the tire repair fluid exp iration 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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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers
(miles), whichever comes first.
Months 6 1218243036424854606672
×1000 km8 1624324048566472808896 ×1000miles 5 1015202530354045505560
Engine coolant
*4Replace 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
*5III
Hoses and tubes for emission
*5I
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I
Vacuum brake booster
and hose With vac‐
uum boos‐
ter
IIIIII
Brake fluid With elec‐
trical boos‐
ter
RRR
Disc brakes I C/L I I/C/
L IC/LI I/C/
L
Tire rotation Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*6IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages II I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints
and wheel bearing axial play III
Rear differential oil
*7
Transfer oil*7
Body condition inspection for rust,
corrosion and perforation IIIIII
Driveshaft dust boot I I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T
Exhaust system and heat shields I
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if in‐
stalled)
*8Inspect annually.
Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 mo nths.
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
L: Lubricate
T: Ti g h t e n
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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4. Driving under extremely high temperature conditions.
5. Driving continuously in mountainous regions.
If you are following the Severe Driving Scheduled Maintenance (5,000 km or 3 months oil
replacement interval), set the v ehicle status monitor manually.
Refer to the Information section in the Mazda Connect Owner's M anual. Please contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer if necessary.
Mexico Residents (Normal Driving Scheduled Maintenance):
Maintenance ItemNormal Driving Scheduled Maintenance Intervals
1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th
Engine oil & filter
*1RRRRRRRR
Spark plug IIIIIIII
Replace every 120,000 km.
Air filter RRRR
Drive belts IIIIIIII
Engine coolant level IIIIIIII
Engine coolant
*2Replace at first 192,000 km or 12 0 months; after that, every
96,000 km or 60 months.
Fuel lines & hoses
*3II
Hoses and tubes for emission
*3II
Fuel filter Replace every 60,000 km.
Brake lines, hoses and connections II II
Vacuum brake booster and hose With vacuum
boosterIIII
Brake and clutch fluid level I I II I I
Brake fluid RR
Disc brakes IIIIIIII
Tire rotation Rotate every 10,000 km.
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*4IIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play IIII
Driveshaft dust boot I I I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T
Exhaust system and heat shields I I I I
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)
*5Inspect annually.
Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000 km or 24 months.
Function of all lights IIIIIIII
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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