How often should you change the battery in a Mazda 6?
The video above shows you how to replace the battery in your 2009 Mazda 6. We recommend changing the battery in Mazdas every 4 years.
When did my Mazda 5 minivan battery die?
My 2012 Mazda 5 minivan (bought new in 2012) came with two remotes and one still has the original battery, while the other has had battery problems starting within six months of ownership, and has been replaced several times (often going many months without replacing it). I’m going to try this technique (cleaning the contacts) and see if it helps.
When does a Mazda key fob battery die?
Both FOBs have dead batteries after two months. They start the car but won’t open the doors remotely. I also own a 2012 Mazda3 but it’s an i Touring SkyActiv. I opened one FOB from each car and did some electrical tests. On the bench at 3 volts the bad FOB draws 22 times the current of the the good FOB.
What causes a Mazda 3 battery to drain while parked?
Mazda 3: Battery Draining While Parked 1 Battery Cables. You’ll want to take a look at your 3’s battery posts where they bolt to the battery. 2 Bad Battery. When the battery drains when parked, the odds are that it’s the battery itself. 3 Alternator. 4 3 Battery Draining While Parked. …
How often should you change the battery in a Mazda 2?
The video above shows you how to replace the battery in your 2012 Mazda 2. We recommend changing the battery in Mazdas every 4 years.
Why does my Mazda 3 have a dead battery?
This car now has it’s third battery but only 25000 miles. It’s suspected that when the car is shut off, part of the electrical system does not go into sleep mode and drains the battery. Since the problem is randomly intermittent, no one can reproduce the issue and hence, the problem persists.
Can a car battery be dead after a month?
The battery should not be dead after one week, month or even 6 months if it’s new. Once you get the car started and it’s a good battery then the battery will charge itself to full assuming you drive the car long enough. Consider checking any interior lights are on.
Are there any problems with the Mazda 3?
The Mazda is the first vehicle we’ve ever had a problem with. It may be time to shop for another brand going forward. The only source of draw we can find is the electronic corrosion protection module. But even then, we’re told it’s within factory specifications for parasitic draw.