2014 Mazda 3

**travajante** · November 30th, 2019 10:23 PM

Originally Posted by Youncle

I don't have the relocator kit sir that's why I wanna change it sana to a standard bolt for license plate. Not sure if previous owner/casa drilled this tiny hole or stock talaga ng M3 natin?

A bolt would require a nut behind the grille to receive it. You won't want that. The grille has dimples on specific points that are mold-reinforced to take screws. You can change to larger ones....but that would create bigger holes. Why not just put a slightly larger washer between the head & the plate? For as long as the screw tightens, you'll be fine. Should you wish for a relocator kit, you may PM for details, sir.

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

**RedlineJunkie** · December 1st, 2019 03:03 AM

Originally Posted by travajante

Filters they'd change on last service episode under Yojin are Oil, cabin, intake & FUEL
Be sure your fuel level is low, say around a quarter left. Fuel filter is accessed thru the rear passenger seat. You won't welcome spills & the stench....yes, the cabin will stink fuel for a bit.
Have all your axle & steering boots, all ball joint dust shields inspected. They should all be cut/leak-free.
Bring your own proper brake lube, otherwise, they'd likely be using multi-purpose grease which won't do the job. I always keep a bottle of Permatex brake lube in the parts bin.
Bring your own Wilkins, Absolute (or whatever) distilled water for Wiper Wash solution & battery top up.
Use only genuine Mazda FL22 Coolant to swap or top up. It's available in the dealership.
Should you decide to drain & fill the 'lifetime' ATF(outside Yojin), you will need around 4Liters per. Do it at least twice, after using the car a while in between. Use ONLY Mazda FZ ATF, strictly no substitutes.
Have all mounts checked. They're fluid filled. Leaks will mean failure.
Grab a bottle of their Deposit Cleaner. Throw it in the fuel tank post-fillup. It helps keep your injectors clean.
Have batt health checked. Good or dying, grab a CTEK CT5 Start/Stop trickle charger...extend the life out of that EFB.
Good luck w/ the service....& Happy Mownership, sir![emoji106]

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

Do you have a photo of Permatex Brake Lube? Wanna buy one. My last PMS is due this month. The suspension springs are part of the warranty, right?

Sent from my Nokia 3210 using Tapatalk

**Archerfish** · December 1st, 2019 07:02 AM

Originally Posted by RedlineJunkie

Do you have a photo of Permatex Brake Lube? Wanna buy one. My last PMS is due this month. The suspension springs are part of the warranty, right?

Sent from my Nokia 3210 using Tapatalk

Permatex

Permatex Silicone Ceramic Extreme Brake Parts Lubricant 8 fl.oz (Packaging May Vary) | Online Shopping Lazada

Permatex 85188 Synthetic Ultra Brake Parts Lubricant 14g | Online Shopping Lazada

The one that I am using is the small one. I don't know the difference between the two.

**civtro** · December 4th, 2019 04:42 PM

Anyone has a similar problem with the steering system? Recently, I am hearing consecutive clattery "tok" sounds when turning the steering wheel to the right. Mine is a Mazda 3 2015 1.5HB. Thanks!

**travajante** · December 4th, 2019 04:48 PM

Originally Posted by civtro

Anyone has a similar problem with the steering system? Recently, I am hearing consecutive clattery "tok" sounds when turning the steering wheel to the right. Mine is a Mazda 3 2015 1.5HB. Thanks!

Check if any of your axle boots are torn. CV joint might've gone.

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

**Yatta** · December 4th, 2019 05:00 PM

Originally Posted by civtro

Anyone has a similar problem with the steering system? Recently, I am hearing consecutive clattery "tok" sounds when turning the steering wheel to the right. Mine is a Mazda 3 2015 1.5HB. Thanks!

CV joint needs replacement

Sent from my Mi A1 using Tapatalk

**drawdee** · December 4th, 2019 05:54 PM

Does our 3 have ATF filter? I'm planning to change the ATF on my next PMS. Thanks

**travajante** · December 4th, 2019 06:26 PM

Originally Posted by drawdee

Does our 3 have ATF filter? I'm planning to change the ATF on my next PMS. Thanks

How many kms clocked? Yes, the 3 has a tranny filter, around P2.5k. Mazda FZ fluid(strictly FZ only) around 4L if you just drain & fill w/o filter change. 5ish if you do the filter...then, another 4 if you wanna do a 2nd drain & fill. Dipstick has desired level at corresponding fluid temp.

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

**drawdee** · December 4th, 2019 06:30 PM

Originally Posted by travajante

How many kms clocked? Yes, the 3 has a tranny filter, around P2.5k. Mazda FZ fluid(strictly FZ only) around 4L if you just drain & fill w/o filter change. 5ish if you do the filter...then, another 4 if you wanna do a 2nd drain & fill. Dipstick has desired level at corresponding fluid temp.

Sent from my SM-G970F using Tapatalk

Thanks Bro, Around 72T km, Is it advisable to change also the tranny filter or just drain and fill will do?

**civtro** · December 4th, 2019 06:39 PM

Originally Posted by Yatta

CV joint needs replacement

Sent from my Mi A1 using Tapatalk

Thank you so much, Yatta. Did you experience the same before, and had it fixed as well? Would love to know where you had it done and how much it costed. Thanks again!