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Here is addl info on FOB http://www.keylessremotewarehouse.com/mazda_oem_mazda_3_button_fcc_id_kpu41846_keyless_remote_entry_clicker_pre_owned_233_c_p467.htm Many individuals had issues with their purchases on amazon how to...

I'd follow Cobra jet's recommendation and lubricate the caliper bolt or guide pin {Caution a little bit goes a long way} you'll need a 7mm hex socket to undo the bolt, some high heat caliper grease also check the guide rail that the brake pads slide on for grease and if needed lightly...

In my 2011 Mazda 3S I use Redline D4 it is a little pricey @ 11.99 qrt here in VA. An outfit out of California has OEM Idemitsu Type M for about 8.50 qrt shipped.

In my 2011 Mazda 3S 2.5L I'm running Castrol Edge European Blend 0W-40 change at 7500 to 8000 change filter at 4k. So 2 filters per oil change interval. I've not seen the dealer since I took delivery of my car back in Dec 2010. I change all of my fluids and keep on driving.

NGK # 6509 Iridium Spark Plug LTR6IX-11, AUTO TRANS FLUID - Automatic Transmission Fluid Type T-IV (ATF-0T4) JWS3309 for Aisin-Warner Transmissions, ATF-0T4 Genuine AISIN Toyota Premium Automatic Transmission Fluid

If you want OEM auto trans fluid. IDEMITSU Type M . Many individuals try various other auto fluids without any short term issues I'm using Redline D4 in my 2011 Mazda 3S. Changed the complete fluid at 17k it was light brown in color. Then every 10k I drain the fluid in the auto trans pan and...

My 2011 mazda 3S came with Yokohama's and they were fine in the dry but bad in the rain hit a large puddle and almost lost it. So I slowed down when it rains and then winter comes and in DC just a light 3" snow made driving difficult with these tires. So at 11k off they went and on went...

What many individuals are not aware of...including some dealers is Mazda used 3 different vendors for their keyless system. The 2nd issue is Mazda limits the number of FOBS to 3 in the ECU.If your car has 3 codes in the ECU you'll need to clear out the old information and the start anew. Now...

I'm a preventative maintenance believer and will change my oil filter at 5k and continue using my synthetic oil another 5k. It may be hard to change a habit of devil may care when it comes to service and car maintenance. You'll be making a better choice and reducing the likelihood of...

As mentioned above at Mileage above 120k be prepared to spend $$$ and always know the service history. Some individuals take great care of their cars while others are to busy with life to even change the fluids. The approach is if it ain't broke why fix it. You'll see their cars in the parking...

Sorry for the long delay...hopefully you've had the transmission fluid changed and noticed the improvement in shifting. While I originally purchased Castrol Import ATF for a partial fluid change @17k, however I decided to do a complete fluid change with RedLine D4 ATF. I used part of a bottle...

Mazda3 has 3 different vendors for their keyless entry. If you have a flip key...Seperate the key from the FOB and look on the FOB side where the plastic part of the key inserts. You may need a magnifying glass to read the faint print. This information is needed to determine if your transceiver...

Sounds like your having the car serviced at the local garage vs doing it yourself. Take 4 qts of Redline D4 ATF in and ask them to dump what is in the transmission pan and refill with 3 qts, Yes 3 qts you can finish the job with the last bottle and make sure its isn't over filled. You'll...

For those people who have switchblade / flip keys some basic info: The key top piece has the transponder 4D63 40 bit that you program to your cars ECU. to start the car. The bottom part i.e FOB is program separately and some are 315 mhz and other is 433 mhz. to open and lock the doors. REMOTE...