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2007 Mazda 3 L4-2.3LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Repair and Diagnosis: Technical Service Bulletins
- How to Find Technical Service Bulletins by Category/Symptom
- Recalls
- Customer Interest
- Interior - Driver Seat Rattle When Starting Or Stopping
- Steering - Steering Wheel Off Center When Driving Straight
- Interior - Seats Shake/Make Noise When Braking
- Drivetrain - Drive Axle Clunking Noises
- A/T - Intermittent Engine No Start In PARK
- Tire Monitor System - Warning Lamp ON/Low Tire Pressure
- Engine - VVT Noise At Engine Start Up
- Steering/Suspension - Steering Wheel Off-Center
- Brakes - Front Brake Judder/Vibration On Application
- Engine Controls/Cooling System - MIL ON/DTC P0128 Set
- Engine/Fuel - MIL ON/DTC P2006 Stored
- Body - Wind Noise From Around Windows
- AT, Engine Controls - ECM/TCM Update
- Engine Control - Engine Stall/Hesitation After Hot Start
- Engine - MIL ON/DTC P2006 Set
- Navigation System - Displays No or Incorrect Map
- Engine Controls - Idle Dip When A/C Cycles ON
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0401 Set
- Wiper/Washer - Wiper Arm Hinges Corroded
- Navigation System - Displays Incorrect Map or No Map
- Steering - High Power Steering Effort
- Interior - Leather Steering Wheel Coming Apart
- Restraints/Interior - Squeak/Rattle From Front Seat Belt
- Starting System - Intermittent No Crank/No Start
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Odor Elimination
- Instruments - Ambient Temperature Display
- Instruments - Ambient Temperature Display Incorrectly
- Engine - MIL ON/DTC P2004 Set
- Engine - Unstable Idle/Engine Stalling
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC P0441 Set
- Body - Cowl Grille Chatters On Rough Roads
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Odors From vents
- Overview
- Repair Procedures
- Information
- 2007-2009 CX-9 Front A/C/2007-2009 CX-9 Rear A/C
- 2007-2009 CX-7
- 2003-2008 MAZDA6
- 1998-2002 626
- 2004-2009 MAZDA3
- 1998-2003 Protege and PROTEGE5
- 2000-2003 MPV Front A/C/2000-2003 MPV Rear AC (if equipped)
- 1998 MPV Front A/C/1998 MPV Rear A/C (if equipped)
- 2001-2002 Millenia (With Cabin Air Filter)
- 1998-2000 Millenia
- 2006-2008 MX-5
- 1999-2005 Miata
- M/T - Grinding Noise In 3rd Gear/Pops Out Of Gear
- Audio System - Speaker Noise When Using Auxiliary Device
- A/C - Stops Cooling After Long Drive When Hot/Humid
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC P2404 Set
- Engine - Knocking Noise On Start Up/Shut Down
- Interior - Driver's Seat Chatters/Seat Lift Inoperative
- Interior - Front Seat Clunk Noise While Braking
- Interior - Leather Seat Squeaking Noises
- Interior - Front Seat Head Rest Rattling Noises
- Interior - Squeaking Noise From Under The Driver's Seat
- Interior - Seat Back Squeaking Noises
- Interior - Crack Appears In Center Of Dash
- Body - Front Door Power Window Motor Noise
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0131/P2251
- Fuel System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455/P0456
- Lighting - Water In Tail Lamp After A Rain
- Engine - Vibration At Cruising Speeds (55 MPH)
- Cooling System - Coolant Leak From Water Outlet
- Power Steering - High Steering Effort/MIL/DTC C1099
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's P0441/P0442/P0455/P0456 Set
- Steering - In/Out Steering Wheel Play
- A/T - 3-4 Shift Shock Under Load
- Suspension - Rear End Rattling Noise On Rough Roads
- Steering - Steering Wheel Off Center, No Pull Or Drift
- Superceded Bulletins
- Body - Door Protector Mouldings Peeling At Ends
- 0902812 - 08/10/12
- 0300210 - 06/30/10
- 0100611 - 02/03/11
- 0000309 - 01/12/09
- 0102906 - 07/28/06
- 0104709 - 10/16/09
- 0904808 - 08/18/09
- 0200809 - 08/17/09
- 0700607 - 10/15/08
- 0600209 - 07/02/09
- 0200104 - 01/15/08
- 0600508 - 04/02/08
- 0900507 - 02/15/07
- 0900806 - 03/17/06
- 0900306 - 01/26/06
- 0104606 - 11/09/06
- Lighting - Excessive Water/Condensation In Headlamps
- Lighting - Condensation In Front/Rear Lamps
- Lighting - Moisture In Front/Rear Lamps
- Instruments - Odometer Data Configuration Tip
- Interior - Unable to Adjust Driver's Seat Manual Lift
- Interior - Seats Noisy/Shake Back And Forth When Braking
- Body - Paint Damage Repair Guide
- Interior - Avoiding Driver Floor Mat/Pedal Interference
- Body - Engine Under Cover Removal Precaution
- Audio System - Speaker Noise When Using Auxiliary Jack
- Audio System - SIRIUS(R) Radio System Activation
- Instruments - Navigation/Multi-Info. Display Parts Info.
- Navigation System - Service Information
- Instruments - Navigation/Multi-Information Display Service Inf
- Restraints - Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Lamp ON
- Interior - Poor Dash Surface Appearance
- A/C - Reduced Cooling/Air Flow On Long Drives
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Odors From Vents
- Suspension - Strut/Shock Replacement Guidelines
- Suspension - Strut/Shock Absorber Replacement Guidelines
- Suspension - Shock/Strut Replacement Guidelines
- Electrical - Battery Testing Procedures
- Electrical - Battery Testing Procedure Requirements
- Electrical - Battery Testing/Charging Procedures
- Electrical - Battery Cover Removal Precautions
- Electrical - Battery Test Procedures
- Brakes - Noise/Judder/Dragging
- Brakes - Clunk/Bang On Initial Forward Take-Off
- ABS/TCS - Clunk/Bank Starting Out After Cold Soak
- A/T - Intermittent Engine No Start In PARK
- A/T - Cooler/Line Flushing Procedure
- A/T - Cooler Line Flushing Procedure
- Engine - MIL ON With DTC P2006 Set
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's P0441/P0442/P0455/P0456
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P2006 Set
- 0104207 - 12 07 07
- Engine Controls - Oxygen Sensor Removal Precautions
- Engine Controls - Oxygen Sensor Removal Precaution
- Engine Controls - O2, A/F Sensor Removal Precautions
- Exhaust System - Excessive Sulfur Odors
- Cooling System - Coolant Leak At Coolant Outlet
- Engine - Body Vibration at Cruising Speeds
- Engine - Crankshaft Pulley Service Precautions
- 0104307 - 12/07/07
- Engine - VVT Noise At Engine Start Up
- Body - Engine Undercover Hard to Remove
- A/T - Fluid Usage/Applications
- Steering - Difficult Steering/MIL ON/DTC C1099
- Tire Monitor System - Aftermarket Valve Stem Cap Usage
- Drivetrain - Drive Axle Clunking Noises
- Steering - Steering Wheel Is Off Center
- A/T - Correct Fluid Applications
- All Technical Service Bulletins
- Interior - Driver Seat Rattle When Starting Or Stopping
- Instruments - Navigation/Multi-Information Display Service Info
- Interior - Poor Upper Dash Surface Appearance
- Steering - Steering Wheel Off Center When Driving Straight
- Interior - Seats Shake/Make Noise When Braking
- Restraints - Passenger Air Bag Indicator (PAD) Information
- Electrical - Battery Maintenance Information
- Electrical - Battery Testing Procedures
- Drivetrain - Drive Axle Clunking Noises
- ABS/TCS/DSC - Clunk/Bang/Jolt From Front Of Vehicle At Take-Off
- Body - Paint Damage Repair Guide
- A/T - Intermittent Engine No Start In PARK
- Exhaust System - Excessive Sulfur Odors
- Tire Monitor System - Warning Lamp ON/Low Tire Pressure
- Engine - VVT Noise At Engine Start Up
- Steering/Suspension - Steering Wheel Off-Center
- Brakes - Judder/Dragging Diagnostic Information
- A/T - Cooler Line Flushing Procedures
- Tire Monitor System - Service Precaution
- Instruments - Ambient Temperature Display Inaccurate
- A/T - Diagnostic Procedures
- Steering - EHPAS Technical Supplement
- Brakes - Front Brake Judder/Vibration On Application
- Interior - Console Damage Prevention During Removal
- Audio System - iPod(R) Adapter Application Table
- Fuel System - Fuel Ethanol Content Testing
- Instruments - Info. Display Full Afetr Remote Start
- Computers/Controls KAM Memory Clearing After VVT R & R
- Navigation System - Beep Sound From Dash While Driving
- Audio System - Satellite Radio Serial Number Retrieval
- A/T - Speed Sensor Replacement
- Engine - Drive Belt Squeal After Driving Through Water
- Brakes - Brake Fluid Level Sensor Inspection
- Wipers/Washers - Rain Sensor Initialization
- Mirrors - Door Mirror Glass Is Loose
- Tire Monitor System - Can't Turn OFF/On Reprogram
- M/T - 4th Gear Service Precautions
- Engine - Correct Oil Filter Wrench Applications
- A/C - Poor Blower Motor Performance
- Engine - Camshaft Timing Information
- Wheels/Tires - Tire Pessure/Rotation Information
- Mirrors - Interior Mirror Removal
- Engine/Exhaust - Rattle Idling With A/T In Gear
- Tire Monitor System - TPMI PMI Procedure
- Electrical - Lightning Strike Information
- Wheels - Aluminum Wheel Cleaning Precautions
- Wipers/Washers - Auto Wiper Operation
- Restraints - Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Lamp Dim
- Body - Front End Pop Noise Over Bumps
- Engine/Body - Engine Undercover Removal Precautions
- Engine Controls/Cooling System - MIL ON/DTC P0128 Set
- Engine/Fuel - MIL ON/DTC P2006 Stored
- Electrical - Battery Maintenance
- A/C - Tracer Dye Usage Recommendations
- Ignition System - Spark Plug Removal/Installation
- Body - Wind Noise From Around Windows
- AT, Engine Controls - ECM/TCM Update
- Electrical - Battery Charging Precautions
- Engine Control - Engine Stall/Hesitation After Hot Start
- Air Bag System - Affect of Accessories On Air Bag Sys.
- Keyless Entry - Security Access Procedure
- Engine - MIL ON/DTC P2006 Set
- Cooling System - Reconditioned Coolant Recommendations
- Campaign - Audio Unit Reprogramming for Satellite Signal
- Navigation System - Displays No or Incorrect Map
- Recall 07V052000: Floor Mat/Accelerator Interference
- Recall 07V295000: Engine Mounting Bolt replacement
- Recall - Floor Mat Accelerator Pedal Interference
- Engine - Front Crankshaft Bolt Service Precautions
- Wheels - Stain Prevention Information
- Engine Controls - Idle Dip When A/C Cycles ON
- Recall - No. 4 Engine Mount Bolt replacement
- Interior - Carpet Design Change
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC P0401 Set
- Wiper/Washer - Wiper Arm Hinges Corroded
- A/T - Range Switch Removal/Installation Caution
- Fuel System - Servicing Precautions
- Navigation System - Displays Incorrect Map or No Map
- Steering - High Power Steering Effort
- Interior - Leather Steering Wheel Coming Apart
- Restraints/Interior - Squeak/Rattle From Front Seat Belt
- Computers/Controls - Module Reprogramming Precautions
- Engine - Oil Filter Element Replacement Precautions
- Starting System - Intermittent No Crank/No Start
- Engine Controls - Revised DTC P0441 Diagnostics
- Audio System - Sirius Satellite Radio(R) Activation
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Odor Elimination
- Instruments - Configuring Odometer Data
- Instruments - Ambient Temperature Display
- Engine - Revised Oil Pan Removal/Installtion
- Instruments - Ambient Temperature Display Incorrectly
- Engine - MIL ON/DTC P2004 Set
- Engine - Unstable Idle/Engine Stalling
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC P0441 Set
- Body - Cowl Grille Chatters On Rough Roads
- Body - Rear Quarter Glass Replacement Precaution
- Body - Service Bumper Specification Change
- A/C - Unnecessary Parts Replacement Information
- A/C - Musty/Mildew Odors From vents
- Overview
- Repair Procedures
- Information
- 2007-2009 CX-9 Front A/C/2007-2009 CX-9 Rear A/C
- 2007-2009 CX-7
- 2003-2008 MAZDA6
- 1998-2002 626
- 2004-2009 MAZDA3
- 1998-2003 Protege and PROTEGE5
- 2000-2003 MPV Front A/C/2000-2003 MPV Rear AC (if equipped)
- 1998 MPV Front A/C/1998 MPV Rear A/C (if equipped)
- 2001-2002 Millenia (With Cabin Air Filter)
- 1998-2000 Millenia
- 2006-2008 MX-5
- 1999-2005 Miata
- Body - Engine Compartment Shroud Appearance
- Electrical - Battery Cover Removal Precaution
- Lighting - Plastic Headlamp Lens Maintenance Cautions
- M/T - Grinding Noise In 3rd Gear/Pops Out Of Gear
- Audio System - Speaker Noise When Using Auxiliary Device
- Interior - Carpet/Floor Mat Replacement Information
- Engine - Component/Engine Replacement Guidelines
- A/C - Stops Cooling After Long Drive When Hot/Humid
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC P2404 Set
- Suspension - Rear Trailing Link Bushing Availability
- Engine - Noise Diagnostic Information
- Engine - Knocking Noise On Start Up/Shut Down
- Interior - Driver's Seat Chatters/Seat Lift Inoperative
- Interior - Front Seat Clunk Noise While Braking
- Interior - Leather Seat Squeaking Noises
- Interior - Front Seat Head Rest Rattling Noises
- Interior - Squeaking Noise From Under The Driver's Seat
- Interior - Seat Trim Replacement Procedure
- Interior - Seat Back Squeaking Noises
- Body - Windshield Flaw/Scratch/Crack Information
- Engine - Engine Mount Bolt Torque Specification
- Navigation System - Display Standard For Failed Pixels
- Interior - Crack Appears In Center Of Dash
- Body - Front Door Power Window Motor Noise
- Engine Controls - MIL ON/DTC's P0131/P2251
- Battery - Testing Information
- Fuel System - MIL ON/DTC's P0442/P0455/P0456
- Wipers/Washers - Wiper Blade Insert Replacement
- Lighting - Water In Tail Lamp After A Rain
- Tire Monitor System - Service Precautions
- Instruments - Odometer Write Deletion On M-MDS
- Engine - Vibration At Cruising Speeds (55 MPH)
- Cooling System - Coolant Leak From Water Outlet
- Power Steering - High Steering Effort/MIL/DTC C1099
- Engine Controls - O2 Sensor Removal Precautions
- 0904809 BULLETIN CANCELLATION NOTIFICATION
- Emissions - MIL ON/DTC's P0441/P0442/P0455/P0456 Set
- Recall 10V374000: Loss Power Steering Assist
- Steering - In/Out Steering Wheel Play
- Recall - Loss Of Power Steering Assist
- A/T - 3-4 Shift Shock Under Load
- Keyless Entry - Transmitter Battery Replacement Cautions
- Fuel System - Ethanol Fuel Usage
- Suspension - Rear End Rattling Noise On Rough Roads
- Suspension - Shock Absorber/Strut Replacement Guidelines
- Lighting - Condensation In Front/Rear Combination Lamps
- Lighting - Excessive Condensation In Headlamps
- Steering - Steering Wheel Off Center, No Pull Or Drift
- A/T - ATF Applications
- Interior - Proper Floor Mat Usage And Installation
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.