Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2021 Mazda 3 BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Control System Location Index
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
PART DESCRIPTION
PART DESCRIPTION
| 1 | A/F sensor (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See AIR FUEL RATIO (A/F) SENSOR INSPECTION .) |
| 2 | Engine oil temperature sensor/Engine oil pressure sensor (See ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR/ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR INSPECTION .) (See ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE SENSOR INSPECTION .) |
| 3 | CKP sensor (See CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See CRANKSHAFT POSITION (CKP) SENSOR INSPECTION .) |
| 4 | HO2S (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See HEATED OXYGEN SENSOR (HO2S) INSPECTION .) |
| 5 | Engine oil level sensor (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR INSPECTION .) |
| 6 | Fuel tank pressure sensor (U.S.A. and CANADA) (See FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See FUEL TANK PRESSURE SENSOR INSPECTION .) |
| 7 | APP sensor (See ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITION (APP) SENSOR INSPECTION .) |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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