Forum: Mazda3 & Axela (MazdaIII.com)

Few weeks ago i asked ppl for help on a exhaust system and I put a vibrant exhaust on my 05 mazda 3, which sounds great, now im having engine problems. I replaced the left mount on my engine next to the coolant, but my engine still shakes to much when im idle (on red lights or standing still in one...

Alright, after a few months of deciding between a few local '8s, a 350Z and a Miata, I've finally decided on a Mazda3 4-door Sedan as my new car. Simply replacing my wife's '99 Grand Am and I want something nice and that is going to last (with the proper maintenance of course). I have a few...

i have a 2006 2.3 "3" is there a way i can put header kit and remove both cat's* without throwing a light is there a way.... can anyone help..?? very sorry if this is a re-post... i couldn't find anything.(usa)

Can anyone tell me where the airbags are located in the front seats of a 2007 MZ3 Hatchback? I am trying to get custom seat covers made for my car and the upholstery shop will not make them unless they know where the airbags are so they can leave an opening for them. Pictures would be a great help...

Thinking about snagging either a Mazda3 Hatch or Mazda5 for the wife. Seems to be pretty slim pickings when it comes to both right now (in charlotte, nc anyhow). What do you guys think of this SP23? She actually loves leather and that fugly color combo. Should the high mileage concern me? ...

hello everyone. I just bought my new 2004 Mazda 3 hatchback. however, on my way home from the dealership, i noticed a small issue. When in 4th gear (atx), as i would let off, the car would begin to shake pretty severely before stopping as the car gained more speed. any clue as to what this is/how...

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/STRUT-TOWER-BAR-FRONT-MAZDA-MAZDA3-3-04-05-06-07-08-09-/400145072942#ht_3552wt_1009 Have any of you guys bought this and installed it? I was wondering because the two pictures listed are not of the same strut brace, and it seems like it would ride a bit high off...

Has anyone seen, or done anything like this with their Mazda's? I am looking to start this soon and was wondering if anyone had any pics or pointers for me. Thanks!

Does anyone know where to find this cam USED > FS1G intake cam < .....I have searched high and low and come up empty......it almost seems like a coveted part. Thanks !!!!(deadhorse

I need to replace my pedals on my 2006 MS3 cause after 50K i have worn the clutch pedal smooth. I was thinking aluminum ones with black rubber nubs. Anyone have any recommendations? Also are there different bolt patterns for them or are they pretty universal?

Hi I have a 2006 Mazda 3. When I took the key out of the ignition this morning it made the door open key still in ignition beep. Has anyone had this happen? I could not lock the car because of it and had to mess with it a couple times in order for it to stop. I really hate the Mazda dealers in...

So it's spring, and where I live, I often need heat in the morning, and the cold-air vent in the afternoons. But every time I turn the temperature control all the way to the left for maximum cold, the air conditioning and recirculating air turns on. It is not hot enough out for A/C, and I want...

Hey everyone, I have an 05 MZ3 that is fairly modded at the moment(SRI, CBE, Headers) and i plan to keep modding. My next mods will be the Cosworth intake manifold and injectors. My question is: can i tune through the stock ECU or am i better off getting something like the Hypertech or MSD...

Hi guys. I'm a newb concerning car performances,mods and so on, and that's why I need your help and opinions here. I'm looking to purchase a used Mazda3 (hatchback) 5-speed automatic 2.3L. What year was that model made in? And what's the feedback on that car? thanks

When driving, is it normal to be able to turn the steering wheel slightly to the left or right without the car turning to the left or right? Should there be any "play" in the steering wheel?

Is an environmental filter the same as a cabin filter? A friend of mine told me that her dealer told her she needs to have her "environmental filter" replaced in her Mazda3 and when she asked the dealer what it was she was told it was for dust and pollen, and debris. To me, this would appear to be...

hi all.. i have a weird noise coming out of the engine bay when i turn the AC on, the noise is fairly loud and only happens when i turn the ac on, If i turn the fan on without AC there is NO noise... so i am thinking it is related to the compressor/belts maybe ? any ideas what i can check ?

I'm selling my current car and want to get something that's got good reliability but is fun to drive (so Toyotas are definitely out). I'm considering a MT Protege5 and MT Mazda3 hatchback. I'd be looking at a 2004 or 2005 Mazda3, as those are the years that might be in my budget. Can anyone...

promise you i search and could not find exactly what i was looking for.... i currently have a 2004 mazda 3 hatch and the 2.3 in it i believe is do for replacing i may be able to rebuild it. anyways onto the point if i were to come accross a speed3 engine what would i need other then the engine to...

I just noticed that on top of the High-beam socket there is a another socket for a smaller bulb... my old headlight assembly didn't have this! Can someone tell me what the bulb size is for that please? The headlights came with no paperwork at all (notcool)

Hey everyone! Im new to the forum and just registered! I just bought my Mazda 3 Sport last night! Its a 2004, 5 speed manual! Please leave some feed back and let me know what ya think! Its stock for now! See you around the forum soon! (2thumbs)

OOPS, put this in wrong place, mods please delete. Sorry:) Just bought a Used 2008 MS3. Come to find out there are not floor mats.... So did some poking around to find OEM ones and found they sell of the cloth variety in tow models, by years, it's 2004-2009 and 2010-2011. The problem is the...

Hello all. I am new to this forum. I own a 05 Mazda 3 which has developed a particularly annoying issue. There is a crunching type sound (best as I can describe) that comes from, I beleive, the right front suspension when it compresses. This only seems to happen in cold weather. When it is...