Segment:
        
        
            Compact Car / Sport Compact
        
     
    
        
            Target Audience:
        
        
            Enthusiast drivers, DIY mechanics, professional repair shops
        
     
    
    
        
            Competitors 2007:
        
        
            Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Volkswagen Golf, Subaru Impreza, Mitsubishi Lancer
        
     
    
    
        
            Mazda 3 Strengths:
        
        
            Agile handling, sporty styling, good value, comfortable interior
        
     
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Strengths:
        
        
            Powerful turbocharged engine, aggressive styling, sport-tuned suspension, limited-slip differential (LSD), strong performance credentials
        
     
    
    
        
            Benefit For Owners:
        
        
            Empowers owners to perform maintenance, diagnose issues, and tackle repairs, saving money and ensuring proper vehicle upkeep.
        
     
    
        
            Benefit For Professionals:
        
        
            Provides accurate OEM specifications, procedures, and troubleshooting steps essential for efficient and correct repairs.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Primary Coverage:
        
        
            Complete Service & Repair
        
     
    
        
            Included Models:
        
        
            All Mazda 3 & MazdaSpeed 3 trims and configurations
        
     
    
        
            Included Engines:
        
        
            All engine variants for the 2007 model year
        
     
    
    
        
            Estimated Pages:
        
        
            Over 2500 pages (typical for comprehensive manuals of this era)
        
     
    
    
        
            Type:
        
        
            Factory Authorized Service Manual / Workshop Manual
        
     
    
    
    
    
        
            Format:
        
        
            Digital Download (PDF)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Powertrain:
        
        
            Engine mechanical, fuel system, ignition system, exhaust system, cooling system, lubrication system, engine electrical, powertrain control module (PCM)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission:
        
        
            Manual transmission (MazdaSpeed 3), Automatic transmission (Mazda 3), clutch system, drive axles, differentials
        
     
    
        
            Chassis:
        
        
            Suspension (front and rear), steering system, braking system (ABS, EBD), wheels and tires
        
     
    
        
            Electrical:
        
        
            Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instruments, gauges, wipers, washers, horns, power accessories, body control module (BCM), multiplex communication systems (CAN)
        
     
    
        
            Body:
        
        
            Body panels, doors, windows, locks, interior trim, exterior trim, HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
        
     
    
    
        
            Maintenance:
        
        
            Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes (oil, coolant, brake fluid, transmission fluid), filter replacements (oil, air, cabin), spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostics:
        
        
            Troubleshooting guides, symptom charts, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) explanations, component testing procedures, wiring diagrams
        
     
    
        
            Repair:
        
        
            Engine overhaul, transmission repair/rebuild, brake caliper replacement, suspension component replacement, electrical component repair, body panel repair, airbag system servicing
        
     
    
        
            Installation:
        
        
            Component replacement procedures, accessory installation guidelines
        
     
    
    
        
            Depth:
        
        
            Comprehensive: From basic fluid checks and filter changes to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, electrical system diagnostics, and bodywork procedures.
        
     
    
        
            Diagnostic Tools:
        
        
            Details on using factory scan tools (e.g., Mazda's IDS/GDS) and common OBD-II scanners for diagnosis.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Mazda 3 Engine Option 1:
        
        
            2.0L MZR I4 (LF-DE)
        
     
    
        
            Mazda 3 Engine Option 1 Power:
        
        
            148 hp @ 6500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Mazda 3 Engine Option 1 Torque:
        
        
            135 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Mazda 3 Engine Option 2:
        
        
            2.3L MZR I4 (L3-VE)
        
     
    
        
            Mazda 3 Engine Option 2 Power:
        
        
            156 hp @ 6500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Mazda 3 Engine Option 2 Torque:
        
        
            150 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Engine:
        
        
            2.3L MZR DISI Turbo I4 (L3-VDT)
        
     
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Engine Power:
        
        
            263 hp @ 5500 rpm
        
     
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Engine Torque:
        
        
            280 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Delivery:
        
        
            Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI for non-turbo, Direct Injection for turbo)
        
     
    
        
            Aspiration:
        
        
            Naturally Aspirated (Mazda 3), Turbocharged (MazdaSpeed 3)
        
     
    
    
        
            Fuel Type:
        
        
            Unleaded gasoline (Premium recommended for MazdaSpeed 3)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Management System:
        
        
            ECU (Engine Control Unit) / PCM (Powertrain Control Module) with sophisticated sensor inputs
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Mazda 3 Standard Transmission:
        
        
            5-speed manual (optional on some trims)
        
     
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Standard Transmission:
        
        
            6-speed manual (Getrag MMT6)
        
     
    
    
        
            Mazda 3 Optional Transmission:
        
        
            4-speed automatic (FWD)
        
     
    
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Differential:
        
        
            Limited-slip differential (LSD)
        
     
    
        
            Drive Layout:
        
        
            Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Wheelbase:
        
        
            103.2 inches (2621 mm)
        
     
    
        
            Length:
        
        
            170.9 - 177.1 inches (4341 - 4498 mm) depending on body style
        
     
    
        
            Width:
        
        
            69.1 inches (1755 mm)
        
     
    
        
            Height:
        
        
            57.3 - 58.1 inches (1455 - 1476 mm) depending on body style
        
     
    
    
        
            Curb Weight Mazda 3:
        
        
            Approx. 2900 - 3100 lbs (1315 - 1406 kg)
        
     
    
        
            Curb Weight Mazdaspeed 3:
        
        
            Approx. 3165 lbs (1436 kg)
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
        
        
            5-Star
        
     
    
        
            NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
        
        
            5-Star
        
     
    
        
            IIHS Front Offset Crash Rating:
        
        
            Good
        
     
    
    
        
            ABS:
        
        
            Standard Anti-lock Braking System
        
     
    
        
            Ebd:
        
        
            Standard Electronic Brake-force Distribution
        
     
    
        
            Traction Control:
        
        
            Available Traction Control System (TCS)
        
     
    
    
        
            Airbags:
        
        
            Front, side-impact, and curtain airbags (standard on most trims)
        
     
    
        
            Seatbelts:
        
        
            Three-point seatbelts with pretensioners
        
     
    
        
            Body Structure:
        
        
            Mazda's 'Advanced Impact-Distribution and Absorption System' body structure
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Audio System:
        
        
            Available Bose premium audio system, CD player, AM/FM radio, MP3 capability
        
     
    
        
            Navigation:
        
        
            Optional factory navigation system
        
     
    
    
        
            Cruise Control:
        
        
            Standard cruise control
        
     
    
        
            Keyless Entry:
        
        
            Available keyless entry and ignition
        
     
    
    
        
            Auxiliary Input:
        
        
            Available auxiliary audio input jack
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Oil Change Interval:
        
        
            Every 5,000 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (or consult owner's manual for synthetic oil)
        
     
    
        
            Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 15,000 miles or 12 months
        
     
    
        
            Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
        
        
            Every 10,000 miles or 12 months
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement 2.0/2.3:
        
        
            Every 30,000 miles (standard plugs)
        
     
    
        
            Spark Plug Replacement Turbo:
        
        
            Every 30,000 miles (specific turbo plugs)
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Type:
        
        
            SAE 5W-20 (API SN/SM or ILSAC GF-5 certified, consult manual for specific engine variant)
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity 2.0/2.3:
        
        
            Approx. 4.5 quarts (4.3 liters) with filter
        
     
    
        
            Engine Oil Capacity Turbo:
        
        
            Approx. 5.0 quarts (4.7 liters) with filter
        
     
    
        
            Coolant Type:
        
        
            Mazda Super Long Life Coolant (or equivalent P-HOAT coolant)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Manual:
        
        
            API GL-4 or GL-5 SAE 75W-90 gear oil (check specific manual for exact specs)
        
     
    
        
            Transmission Fluid Automatic:
        
        
            Mazda ATF FZ or equivalent (check specific manual for exact specs)
        
     
    
        
            Brake Fluid Type:
        
        
            DOT 3 or DOT 4
        
     
    
    
        
            Clutch Wear Mazdaspeed 3:
        
        
            Potential for rapid clutch wear under aggressive driving conditions.
        
     
    
        
            Carbon Buildup Turbo:
        
        
            Direct injection turbo engines can be prone to carbon buildup on intake valves.
        
     
    
        
            Rust Corrosion:
        
        
            Potential for rust and corrosion on body panels and undercarriage in rust-belt regions.
        
     
    
        
            Exhaust Manifold Cracks Turbo:
        
        
            Some reports of exhaust manifold cracking on early turbo models.
        
     
    
    
        
            Engine Oil Recommendation:
        
        
            Full synthetic 5W-20 recommended for optimal performance and protection.
        
     
 
    
    
    
        
            Mazda Philosophy:
        
        
            'Zoom-Zoom' driving dynamics, focus on driver engagement
        
     
    
    
        
            First Generation Launch:
        
        
            Introduced for the 2004 model year, replacing the Mazda Protegé.
        
     
    
        
            First Generation Facelift:
        
        
            A minor facelift occurred for the 2007 model year, including updated front and rear styling.
        
     
    
        
            Mazdaspeed 3 Introduction:
        
        
            Launched for the 2007 model year, based on the refreshed chassis.
        
     
    
    
        
            Manufacturing Location:
        
        
            Hofu, Yamaguchi Prefecture, Japan
        
     
    
        
            Production Years:
        
        
            2004-2009 (First Generation)