How do I know if I have a vacuum leak?
You hear a squealing or sucking sound from the engine: A vacuum leak can sound just like the end of the tube on your home vacuum cleaner. If you hear a sucking noise from under your hood, you likely have a vacuum leak. Get it diagnosed by a professional.
What to do if your Mazda 3 has a vacuum leak?
If that does not resolve the concern then you may have to disconnect the battery and hold your foot on the brake pedal for 1 min. This will reset the module. Clean and reconnect the cables and recheck. With the engine running, make sure there are no vacuum leaks and everything is connected.
How long does it take to change oil in Mazda 3?
You will need to fill approximately 4.3L, checking the dipstick as the engine is filled. Once you have filled the oil, close the cap and start the engine, idling for a few minutes. Inspect for leaks under the vehicle. Turn the engine off, and after a few more minutes check the dipstick level once again as it may have dropped. Top up as required.
Where is the oil filter on a Mazda 3?
It is located on the front side of the engine, and is easily visible. Using the oil filter wrench, grasp the filter and slowly turn anti-clockwise. As the filter unscrews, a considerable amount of oil will begin to drip down the sides of the filter, so ensure you position the oil pan underneath.
What kind of oil do I put in my Mazda 3?
Once removed, lubricate the seal of your new oil filter and fill three quarters with fresh 5w-30 oil. This helps reduce oil starvation. Carefully screw back onto the vehicle, hand tighten. Once the filter has been replaced, lower the vehicle and prepare to fill the engine with fresh oil.
Why does my Mazda 3 idle with no AC?
After driving a bit and the engine warming up completely, whenever i stop the idle drops down to ~400-500 rpms and feels/sounds rough, no AC on. But it has never died on me, never thrown any lights or codes, and runs like a champ when you’re actually driving and idle improves when in park or neutral.
What’s the problem with my Mazda 3 manual?
Mazda 3 2006 manual, revs… Mazda 3 2006 manual, revs are low in idle and engine cuts out. Just replaced battery and then this started happening, also just had a major service a week ago at 80,000 kms. I’ve had the car from new and never had a problem with it ? ? Any help would be appreciated thanks Experience: 19 yrs. experience.
If that does not resolve the concern then you may have to disconnect the battery and hold your foot on the brake pedal for 1 min. This will reset the module. Clean and reconnect the cables and recheck. With the engine running, make sure there are no vacuum leaks and everything is connected.
Why does my Mazda 3 want to stall?
I’ve got the EXACT same problem. Put it in Neutral or Park, idles at 700 RPM. Put it in Drive and brake, idles at 300 and it feels like the car wants to stall. When the car is cold, it’s fine. When it warms up, it acts up.