Mazda CX-3: Exterior Care / Repairing Damage to the Finish

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual / Maintenance and Care / Appearance Care / Exterior Care / Repairing Damage to the Finish

Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs.

CAUTION

If your Mazda is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced, make sure the body shop applies anti-corrosion materials to all parts, both repaired and new. This will prevent them from rusting.

Maintaining the Finish

Washing CAUTION When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition is switched ON, the wipers may move automatically in the following cases: If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth...

Bright-Metal Maintenance

Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects. Never do this with a knife or similar tool. To prevent corrosion on bright-metal surfaces, apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster...

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Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual: Warranties for Your Mazda

New Vehicle Limited Warranty Powertrain Limited Warranty Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty Anti-perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty/California Emission Control Warranty Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty Emission Control Warranty Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Warranty information varies depending on the country...

Mazda CX-3 (2015-2026) Owner's Manual: Message Indicated on Display (Some models)

If a message is displayed in the center display (Type B audio), take appropriate action (in a calm manner) according to the displayed message. (Display example) Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately If the following messages are displayed in the center display (Type B audio), a vehicle system may be malfunctioning...