Replacing the accessory drive belt Mazda 3
Check the position of the automatic drive belt tensioner indicator mark (fig. 1)
If the position of the mark is not correct, the drive belt must be replaced.
Removing and installing windshield washer motor
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery.
Remove the washer reservoir.
Drive shafts transmit torque from the engine, gearbox and differential to the front wheels
In the gearbox housing, the drive shafts are splined to the side gears of the differential
The windshield wiper system consists of a gearmotor, linkage, wiper arms with brushes and a switch
Remove
- ─ Remove the front cross member assembly.
- ─ Remove the anti-roll bar
The operation of the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS/TCS) or DSC On-Board Diagnostics is essentially the same as the previous 323 (BJ), with the following exceptions:
- - diagnostic codes, PID data monitor functions and active commands functions have been changed;
- - removed TBS pin of DLC connector;
Checking the variable valve timing actuator (L3) Mazda 3
The actuator for changing the valve timing is a precision assembly and cannot be disassembled.
Disconnect the negative battery cable
A control pilot valve that directs fluid from the power steering pump to one side or the other of the steering rack piston
Car stability control system (cruise control) Mazda 3
The cruise control system allows you to set and automatically maintain a constant vehicle speed (but not less than 30 km/h)
Preparing the car
Wipe the top of the battery with a cloth dampened with a 10% solution of baking soda or ammonia, and then clean water
Mazda 3 Dynamic Stability Control DSC HU/CM
Using a compact and lightweight ruggedized DSC HU/CM integrated unit