mazda3

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    For Sale (Unverified) Parting out 2008 Mazda3 5speed Princeton, NJ

    Parting out... 5speed, good engine, transmission, clean nose, front bumper, front headlights, hood, fenders
  2. T

    Weird transmission behavior?

    I have a 2022 Mazda3 2.5L NA automatic. sometimes i notice when I'm attempting to accelerate that my rpm will spike (downshifting) almost 2 whole seconds before i actually accelerate, sometimes more. What is with this delay? Is it normal? - sometimes when i press down the gas to accelerate, the...
  3. T

    Strange behavior from speedometer

    I have a 2011 Mazda3S with a 2.5L engine and I'm experiencing some strange behavior with the speedometer. When I start the car, the speedometer needle jerks, and the electric locks activate, as if the car is already moving when it is actually stationary. I’ve attached a photo for reference...
  4. yorch

    Mazda3 front strut stuck in knuckle even with spreader tool

    I’m working on a 2019+ Mazda3 front strut and I’m stuck getting the strut tube out of the steering knuckle. I bought a knuckle spreader and set it right in the slot where the clamp opens. It does spread a little, but not enough for the strut to slide up and out. I’ve been rocking the strut left...
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    2019~2025 Mazda3 New wheels and tire size...Am I nuts?

    So call me crazy, but I am just not loving the 18” rims and Toyo Proxies that came on my ’23 3 Hatch Premium. I’m supposed to like them and aesthetically I do, but… in practice I loathe them. Aside from the fact that I’ve never owned a car with low profile tires (road feel, noise), my biggest...
  6. yorch

    Mazda3 Jacking Points, Shocks and Struts Replacement

    Hey everyone, this is my first post here and I’m looking for some guidance. I need to replace the shocks and struts on my 2019 Mazda3, 4th gen FWD hatch with the 2.5L non-turbo, front and rear. My garage floor has a slight incline and I’m wondering if I can safely jack the car on the left side...
  7. T

    2014~2018 Mazda3 OEM Big Brake Upgrade

    When we first got the 3rd gen 3, the rear brakes looked obviously like it was able to fit something larger from a different Mazda. The parts catalog showed that the brake shield is off a CX-5, so that was a clue. My hunch was right, but people on another popular Mazda3 forum discovered long...
  8. R

    2022 Mazda3 cylinder head crack at 62,000 miles

    Well the Mazda known faulty cracked cylinder head issue continues! Beware! My meticulously maintained 2022 Mazda3 2.5 started dumping oil at 62000 miles and yes 2000 miles out of warranty it needs the head replaced. I’ve contacted Mazda for a goodwill repair because the dealer quoted over...
  9. A

    225/40/18 Tires on a 2004 Mazda3 hatchback?

    225/40/18 Tires on a 2004 Mazda3 hatchback? Will these work? How will the ride be? Any idea? Thanks! 225/40/18
  10. J

    Interior lights staying on

    Hello. I have a 2018 Mazda 3. 2 days ago, the interior lights started staying on. I've flipped the on/off/door switch to every combination. I've rechecked every door and trunk. The lights will only turn off if the car is off and locked. They are on when driving which kind of sucks at night. Any...
  11. M

    Any ideas for stopping air vent rattling?

    While driving, I hear plastic vibrations coming from the passenger-side air vent. When I even lightly touch the vent, the sound stops. Does anyone have an idea what to do about this?
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    2026 Mazda3 announced…

    https://news.mazdausa.com/2025-08-19-2026-Mazda3-Pricing-and-Packaging
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    Need help with cruise control problem

    I have an 08 mazda 3 2.3L s Touring. I'm having some issues with the cruise control that I'm hoping to get some help with. Symptoms are: Cruise control buttons all do strange things. Some times all the buttons will act like pressing the on/off button but they also sometimes just turn the...
  14. K

    2010 Mazda3 Lights Pulsating while stopped

    Greetings, 2010 Mazda 3 155k miles. Automatic Transmission with manual shifting option. TCM was replaced 4 months ago by AAMCO. Recently while in gear and stopped by brakes, there seems to be a "Pulsation". The dash screen (displays time, temp and radio station), headlights and brake lights...
  15. B

    2024 Mazda3 Running Cold…Thoughts?

    I need some input before my head explodes. Situation: Bought my 3 in December. It is the fourth 3 I've had in the past 12 years. Until three years ago I lived in Upstate New York. I now live in Central Florida. We get some pretty chilly mornings here. 35 - 40 degrees has not been uncommon...
  16. n3rdgen@CS

    CorkSport 4th gen Mazda3 Hatch Trunk brace

    Increase the rigidity of your Mazda 3 hatch chassis with the Rear Hatch Brace. The installation of the CorkSport Rear Hatch Brace will further improve the handling characteristics of your Mazda 3 turbo hatchback, so you can gain more confidence and feedback when pushing the limits in your Mazda...
  17. n3rdgen@CS

    New Release CorkSport 2019+ Mazda3 coilovers

    https://corksport.com/2019-mazda-3-coilover-suspension.html A brand new coilover design from CS drastically improves the handling of your 3 with 5K front and 7K rear springs, coupled with 30-way damping adjustments. We carefully calibrated the coilovers to produce a sporty ride that is just...
  18. R

    Where to buy a replacement of my Mazda3's splash guard?

    My 2013 Mazda3 (4-door) got its left front splash guard loosen and damaged, see the pictures below. From what I can see it is a whole piece with L shape, one part under the bumper and one part in front of the wheel. I want to purchase a new one (with bolts/screws*etc.) to replace it, however I...
  19. J

    205/55/R16 General Altimax Snow Tires, Alloys, TPMS off Mazda3 - $300

    ***** SOLD ***** Wheels/ Snow Winter Tires were used on a 2007 Mazda 3 purchased through tire rack Includes: Four 205/55/R16 General Altimax Arctic Snow Tires - Lots of tread left Four Sport Edition F7 Alloys, 16x7, included hardware - Sport Edition center caps , centering rings , and 20...
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    Corksport 60.5mm Catback, 2014+ Hatch, local DC/MD/VA only

    FS: Corksport 60.5mm Catback, 2014+ Hatch, local DC/MD/VA only 'Read the rules - correct me if I missed anything. Pic upload is being dumb so see photos here: https://imgur.com/a/BD9kxdd Selling a full 304 stainless steel Corksport catback exhaust and race pipe for 2.5l Mazda 3 hatch (not...
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