All New 2017 Mazda 3

[travajante]

Hi everyone, how did this model age? Im seeing 2nd hand models being sold at a attractive prices, even Mazda 6s. Just got curious because saw one ad that says, RFS: End of yojin.. So what does that mean? expensive maintenance, most likely end of warranty. Can it be serviced by any good mechanic outside casa? How's the availability and pricing of spare parts?

Planning to get a car for my college kid. Thanks.

The gen3 BM/BN 3s are aging gracefully & well. SkyactivG & its nonCVT Mazda-made tranny have shown reliabilty....increasing population of high-mile vehicles, a coupla samples below, proving such.
Being global platform vehicles, common parts are shared by all Skyactivs, not just by the 3 of same model year or market(2, CXs, MX5s share some Skyactiv tech & parts w/ the 3)....making parts availability not restricted to local dealerships alone. Consumables like pads, filters, wiper blades, even aftermarket can be had online, more affordable, too.
The Skyactiv community, this forum included, is large, growing & a rich resource for DIY & tech support....making maintenance more certain, less feared.
These are easy to own nippon cars. Tech has been around long enough(but not dated) to be trusted. They're simple, not much more expensive to maintain than your typical Toyota or Honda.
Look for a well maintained pre-owned, preferably by 1 w/ OCD.....not just offers. There are a few out there. Good luck, sir.

[oliver1013]

The gen3 BM/BN 3s are aging gracefully & well. SkyactivG & its nonCVT Mazda-made tranny have shown reliabilty....increasing population of high-mile vehicles, a coupla samples below, proving such.
Being global platform vehicles, common parts are shared by all Skyactivs, not just by the 3 of same model year or market(2, CXs, MX5s share some Skyactiv tech & parts w/ the 3)....making parts availability not restricted to local dealerships alone. Consumables like pads, filters, wiper blades, even aftermarket can be had online, more affordable, too.
The Skyactiv community, this forum included, is large, growing & a rich resource for DIY & tech support....making maintenance more certain, less feared.
These are easy to own nippon cars. Tech has been around long enough(but not dated) to be trusted. They're simple, not much more expensive to maintain than your typical Toyota or Honda.
Look for a well maintained pre-owned, preferably by 1 w/ OCD.....not just offers. There are a few out there. Good luck, sir.

Thanks for the reply kind sir.

[carrera_911]

Hi Guys,

Just bought a pre owned 2017 Mazda 3 speed. Question regarding DRLs, automatic ba mag on after engine start? napansin ko lang kasi pag nag bubukas ako ng gate to park walang DRL. Thanks!

[jojopad]

Hi Guys,

Just bought a pre owned 2017 Mazda 3 speed. Question regarding DRLs, automatic ba mag on after engine start? napansin ko lang kasi pag nag bubukas ako ng gate to park walang DRL. Thanks!

Nope, it will only turn on after the car moves.

[carrera_911]

Nope, it will only turn on after the car moves.

i see..hindi pala naka always on like with other brands. So when in neutral the DRL will off din? like when you are in traffic, on and off?

[Archerfish]

i see..hindi pala naka always on like with other brands. So when in neutral the DRL will off din? like when you are in traffic, on and off?

I think it will turn OFF if you engage the electronic parking brakes but not in neutral.

[Yatta]

i see..hindi pala naka always on like with other brands. So when in neutral the DRL will off din? like when you are in traffic, on and off?

Only when on Drive and Reverse. It will turn off in Park and Neutral. But check also in the infotainment settings if the DRL is truly on, sometimes its turned off at the factory.

[carrera_911]

Only when on Drive and Reverse. It will turn off in Park and Neutral. But check also in the infotainment settings if the DRL is truly on, sometimes its turned off at the factory.

Thanks! btw when it comes to i-stop..when's the best time to use it? during stop and go traffic / bumper to bumper? or when you're idling waiting for a traffic light to go green or worse waiting for a traffic enforcer to let you pass just like in bicutan!

[travajante]

Thanks! btw when it comes to i-stop..when's the best time to use it? during stop and go traffic / bumper to bumper? or when you're idling waiting for a traffic light to go green or worse waiting for a traffic enforcer to let you pass just like in bicutan!

Just let the car decide, sir. It knows when to activate.....unless you switch the button off.[emoji4]

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[claybae]

How does the 1.5 perform? Kulang ba or is it nimble?

[Egan101]

How does the 1.5 perform? Kulang ba or is it nimble?

Get the 2.0L if you have doubts on the smaller engine.


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[travajante]

The BM/BN is lighter than the 2020 BP. The 1.5 is fine for city daily, more fun when OVT'd. Perfect on the 2DJ.


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[carrera_911]

planning to buy the ctek charger, can i use the mx 5.0 model for my mazda 3 2.0? we have other cars din kasi kaya im not sure if the ct5 will work for regular batts.

[travajante]

planning to buy the ctek charger, can i use the mx 5.0 model for my mazda 3 2.0? we have other cars din kasi kaya im not sure if the ct5 will work for regular batts.

CT5 works w/ regular flooded batts, too.
Specs:
Output14.55 V, 3.8 A
Back current drain: corresponding to less than 1.5 Ah/month
Battery types12 V:, WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, EFB, GEL

MX5.0 specs...no EFB listed
Output14.4/14.7/15.8 V, 5.0 AStart voltage2.0 V
Back current drain: corresponding to less than 1 Ah/month
Battery types12 V:, WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, GEL


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[carrera_911]

CT5 works w/ regular flooded batts, too.
Specs:
Output14.55 V, 3.8 A
Back current drain: corresponding to less than 1.5 Ah/month
Battery types12 V:, WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, EFB, GEL

MX5.0 specs...no EFB listed
Output14.4/14.7/15.8 V, 5.0 AStart voltage2.0 V
Back current drain: corresponding to less than 1 Ah/month
Battery types12 V:, WET, MF, Ca/Ca, AGM, GEL


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Thanks sir!

[RedlineJunkie]

Hi guys!
My 3 is a bit lower on the left side. It is noticeable while driving. When I checked it is, let say, a size of my pinky finger lowered on the left side of the car. What could be causing it?

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[travajante]

Hi guys!
My 3 is a bit lower on the left side. It is noticeable while driving. When I checked it is, let say, a size of my pinky finger lowered on the left side of the car. What could be causing it?

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Driver....springs will sag...fatigue. Swap in a set of Eibach or Tein springs. Or if you want adjustability, coilovers.[emoji4]

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[EliClems]

Good day ma'am and sirs,
May naka experience na po ba dito na ma damage yung emission harness dahil sa chew ng rodent? May alam po ba kayo kung saan nag rerepair or nag rereplace nun? Sa casa kasi aabot ng almost 50k eh. TIA

[JohnM]

Good day ma'am and sirs,
May naka experience na po ba dito na ma damage yung emission harness dahil sa chew ng rodent? May alam po ba kayo kung saan nag rerepair or nag rereplace nun? Sa casa kasi aabot ng almost 50k eh. TIA

Di na kaya i-splice? Wires lang naman yan.

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[Archerfish]

Di na kaya i-splice? Wires lang naman yan.

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Yes, perhaps it can spliced. Just use shrink wrap after you apply lead (Pb). It should be good as new.

Then again, I might be wrong. Someone who has done this can confirm.