The Mazda 3 thread

[easterbunny]

Hey guys anyone know where i can get a pair of rear drums for the mazda 3 mines a local 2008 model & my drums grind down so now metal grinding on metal i need a pair please asap i check the entire bamboo no one has

[brent.s]

Good day, can anyone advise me where i can get a knock sensor for the 2006 mazda 3 1.6L.
Engine check light came on, got car diagnosed and tech said the knock sensor is bad.
Any help would be appreciated.

[janfar]

Anyone owns the new model Mazda 3? Reviews? Looking into buying one from SSL.

210k fully loaded (Fabric seats:???:)

Going for the hatchback

[Wildcard26]

Just in case anyone might be interested in this. Not my post just came across it.

http://www.trinicarsforsale.com/databas ... #topofpage

[tech_darin]

Hi guys i need some advice i have been noticing my Mazda 3 2004 first gen oil level has been depleting, every 3000km about quarter on the dip stick. There are no visible leaks, i also inspected the smoke and it isn't white in color.

I also notices some sluggish movement and when the gear is changing from 2 to 3 there is a slight buck at times. I am considering doing a compression test to check if the ring seals need replacing. I am also worried if there are bad pistons.

Can anyone recommend a good mechanic who does these tests and advise on the possible issues from the symptoms mentioned.

[konartis]

My air bag light is on anyone know what might cause it, I know there is a post somewhere here, but can't fine it. Used to come on and go off some years ago and stopped...was wondering if the sensor is loose a bit

[Rainman]

Hi guys i need some advice i have been noticing my Mazda 3 2004 first gen oil level has been depleting, every 3000km about quarter on the dip stick. There are no visible leaks, i also inspected the smoke and it isn't white in color.

I also notices some sluggish movement and when the gear is changing from 2 to 3 there is a slight buck at times. I am considering doing a compression test to check if the ring seals need replacing. I am also worried if there are bad pistons.

Can anyone recommend a good mechanic who does these tests and advise on the possible issues from the symptoms mentioned.

What grade oil you using?

[Wildcard26]

My air bag light is on anyone know what might cause it, I know there is a post somewhere here, but can't fine it. Used to come on and go off some years ago and stopped...was wondering if the sensor is loose a bit

If you have the airbag in the seat; check the connector underneath. Also in the steering, around the clock spring assembly there is a ribbon cable that could become damaged over time, this connects to the steering airbag. The only other is the one in front, if the impact sensor is acting up. Otherwise, get a scan done and you will know exactly which one it is.

[tech_darin]

Hi guys i need some advice i have been noticing my Mazda 3 2004 first gen oil level has been depleting, every 3000km about quarter on the dip stick. There are no visible leaks, i also inspected the smoke and it isn't white in color.

I also notices some sluggish movement and when the gear is changing from 2 to 3 there is a slight buck at times. I am considering doing a compression test to check if the ring seals need replacing. I am also worried if there are bad pistons.

Can anyone recommend a good mechanic who does these tests and advise on the possible issues from the symptoms mentioned.

What grade oil you using?

Hi Rainman

I am using amsoil synthetic 10w 30

[Details]

Hey evening fellas anyone ever had an a/c problem where, when ever you're driving over 100 the ac tend to blow not so cold but once you slow down it's freezing? In the 2010 mazda 3

[NATASHAMAKHAN]

Hi guys,

I bought a m3 about a month ago, I am having a rough idle (vibration) dnd said the service my throttle body however I don't really think they did. Can that be the problem? Also what coolant is used for m3?

[NATASHAMAKHAN]

I had the same problem with the noise when the ac went on and it was my ac compressor needed changing.

[Details]

Hi guys,

I bought a m3 about a month ago, I am having a rough idle (vibration) dnd said the service my throttle body however I don't really think they did. Can that be the problem? Also what coolant is used for m3?

Try using premium and see if that would help with the idle

[dredman1]

Hi guys,

I bought a m3 about a month ago, I am having a rough idle (vibration) dnd said the service my throttle body however I don't really think they did. Can that be the problem? Also what coolant is used for m3?

Try using premium and see if that would help with the idle

Is the rough idle only at startup or when the car is cold? Or is it always there, even after the car has warmed up and been driven for while?

Also what coolant is used for m3?

OEM coolant is FL22. Others in this thread have used the Prestone 50/50 without issue (myself included for several years and ~150,000km now). The main difference between the FL22 and Prestone is the duration between changes - FL22 is 100,000km and Prestone is 50 or 60,000km (can't recall offhand).
Once the coolant is ethylene glycol based you should be fine.

[pimp]

tunerz, need ur help please...
dropped my mazda 3 about 2 inches right around,
guy re-thread the shocks an cut the springs, no play whatsoever, car riding real smooth..
PROBLEM IS DAT AFTER DAT I HAV STARTED 2 GET A VERY STRONG VIBRATION FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR AFTER THE DROP...
my mechanic scrapped out the front end of the car an greased, an also checked the tripod but said everythin was ok...dat wasn the problem...
he den changed 1 of the transmission mount but stil, THE VIBRATION HAS NOT STOPPED!!!
funny enuf, the vibration is there only wen im givin it gas...
if the car is jus rollin, no VIRATION...
please, any ideas?!

[pimp]

anybody?

[Wildcard26]

anybody?

Did you check to see the state of the mount at the back?

[designercas]

Is anyone on this thread familiar with power steering issues and how to fix it on the Mazda 3 Hatchback...also refered to as the Mazdaspeed3. Its a 2008 model.

HELP!!!

[Wildcard26]

Is anyone on this thread familiar with power steering issues and how to fix it on the Mazda 3 Hatchback...also refered to as the Mazdaspeed3. Its a 2008 model.

HELP!!!

First thing, unless your car has the Turbo 2.3l MZR engine;it is not the "Mazdaspeed 3" it is just a Mazda 3. Secondly, check that power steering pump. It is electronic, and it can fail. You can look to have this replaced with a FU one. It might be pricey to get a new one.

[cinco]

im looking for a bk mazda 3 sedan fabric rear seat in dark grey or black if anyone knows of any for sale lemme know

[konartis]

Can 205/55/16 work well on the mazda 3 2005?

[noshownogo]

That's stock size on the 2007/8 model, so I don't see why not

[konartis]

K kool

[kerron01]

I running that size since I got the car.

[originalbling]

anybody did transmission fluid change recently?

Where can I get the MV fluid?

Last time I used some Redline D4, some ppl recommending valvoline etc.

[kerron01]

I use the orginal mazda tranny fluid. Bought it at "double r" for around 75 tt a quart.

[Wildcard26]

anybody did transmission fluid change recently?

Where can I get the MV fluid?

Last time I used some Redline D4, some ppl recommending valvoline etc.

The Redline D4 actually works well and meets the Mazda MV spec. You can also use Amsoil Multi Vehicle ATF, this is highly recommended and also meets the spec.

The Mazda fluid is good as well but when I was researching online and from a few good sources the Amsoil and even the Redline, meets and exceeds the Mazda ATF specs. So that is something to consider.

[konartis]

I use the orginal mazda tranny fluid. Bought it at "double r" for around 75 tt a quart.

How much it took and where u did it?

[kerron01]

Around 6 quarts to flush it

[kerron01]

I Love that mazda choose to put an external tranny cooler standard. Those tranny strong and does real hold up.