Mazda 3 2018 User manual

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Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete

customer satisfaction in mind.

To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual

carefully and follow its recommendations.

An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is

necessary, that's the place to go.

Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best

possible service.

We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure

and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.

Mazda Motor Corporation

HIROSHIMA, JAPAN

Important Notes About This Manual

Keep this manual in the glove compartment as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda.

Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.

All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal

at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obliga-

tion.

Air-Conditioning and the Environment

Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth's

ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Perchlorate

Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries,…] may

contain Perchlorate Material-- Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See

www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find

some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.

June 2017 (Print1)

A Word to Mazda Owners

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We want to help you get the most driving

pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's

manual, when read from cover to cover,

can do that in many ways.

Illustrations complement the words of the

manual to best explain how to enjoy your

Mazda. By reading your manual, you can

find out about the features, important

safety information, and driving under

various road conditions.

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"Do not do this" or "Do not let this

happen".

Index: A good place to start is the Index,

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CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.

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serious injury or death could result if the

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bodily injury or damage to your vehicle, or

both, could result if the caution is ignored.

NOTE

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sometimes suggests how to make better

use of your vehicle.

The following symbol, located on some

parts of the vehicle, indicates that this

manual contains information related to the

part.

Please refer to the manual for a detailed

explanation.

How to Use This Manual

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Table of Contents

Pictorial Index

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

Essential Safety Equipment

Important information about safety equipment, including seats, seat belt

system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags.

Before Driving

Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.

When Driving

Information concerning safe driving and stopping.

Interior Features

Use of various features for ride comfort, including air-conditioning and

audio system.

Maintenance and Care

How to keep your Mazda in top condition.

If Trouble Arises

Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the vehicle.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Important consumer information including warranties and add-on

equipment.

Specifications

Technical information about your Mazda.

Index

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1Pictorial Index

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

Interior Overview..............................1-2

Interior Equipment (View A)........1-2

Interior Equipment (View B)........1-3

Interior Equipment (View C)........1-4

Interior Equipment (View D)........1-5

Exterior Overview.............................1-6

(4-Door)........................................1-6

(5-Door)........................................1-7

1-1

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Interior Equipment (View A)

①Door-lock knob..................................................................................................... page 3-18

②Turn and lane-change signal..................................................................................page 4-48

③Lighting control.....................................................................................................page 4-43

④Wiper and washer lever.........................................................................................page 4-49

⑤Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) & Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) OFF

switch..................................................................................................................page 4-121

⑥DSC OFF switch................................................................................................... page 4-69

⑦Tire pressure monitoring system set switch.......................................................page 4-148

⑧Outside mirror switch............................................................................................page 3-32

⑨Door-lock switch...................................................................................................page 3-16

⑩Power window lock switch................................................................................... page 3-36

⑪Power window switches........................................................................................page 3-35

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

1-2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

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Interior Equipment (View B)

①Audio control switches..........................................................................................page 5-53

②Instrument cluster..................................................................................................page 4-12

③Dashboard illumination knob................................................................................page 4-16

④Cruise control switches........................................................................... page 4-104, 4-141

⑤Hazard warning flasher switch..............................................................................page 4-56

⑥Seat warmer switches..............................................................................................page 2-6

⑦Heated steering wheel switch................................................................................page 3-30

⑧Push button start......................................................................................................page 4-4

⑨Steering shift switches...........................................................................................page 4-36

⑩Lock release lever................................................................................................. page 3-30

⑪Hood release handle.............................................................................................. page 6-20

⑫Remote fuel-filler lid release.................................................................................page 3-28

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

1-3

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Interior Equipment (View C)

①SRS air bags.......................................................................................................... page 2-44

②Active driving display........................................................................................... page 4-20

③Climate control system............................................................................................page 5-2

④Rear window defogger switch...............................................................................page 4-53

⑤Audio system.........................................................................................................page 5-16

⑥Glove compartment............................................................................................ page 5-136

⑦Shift lever/Selector lever............................................................................. page 4-29, 4-32

⑧Commander switch................................................................................................page 5-32

⑨Parking brake............................................................................................... page 4-61, 4-61

⑩Drive selection switch........................................................................................... page 4-74

⑪CD player.............................................................................................................. page 5-47

⑫Fuse block (Left side)............................................................................................page 6-57

⑬Trunk release button..............................................................................................page 3-21

Pictorial Index

Interior Overview

1-4 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle

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