2012 Mazda MAZDA3 Technical Service Bulletins

446 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2012 Mazda MAZDA3. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10092783Jun 16, 2016Engine. Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and dtc p0015 / p0524 stored in memory.•p0015:00 - exhaust cmp timing over-retarded•p0524:00 - engine oil pressure too lowthis is caused by a drop in engine oil pressure due to a piece of foreign object stuck on the oil pump pressure relief valve or oil control valve (ocv). The temporary entry of the foreign object triggers a check engine…
• 10092061Jun 16, 2016Engine. Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and dtc p0015 / p0524 stored in memory.•p0015:00 - exhaust cmp timing over-retarded•p0524:00 - engine oil pressure too lowthis is caused by a drop in engine oil pressure due to a piece of foreign object stuck on the oil pump pressure relief valve or oil control valve (ocv). The temporary entry of the foreign object triggers a check engine…
• 10092345May 27, 2016Electrical system. When performing electrical repairs on the instrument panel harness (e.g. 2010 mazda3 dashboard upper panel sticky surface ssp99), take caution when re-connecting connectors 0918-501 and 0920-403. Both connectors are identical and near the same location. If connected incorrectly, multiple electrical malfunctions will occur (e.g. Hazard lights stay on).
• 10092322May 27, 2016Engine. Workshop manual evap system leak inspection using the m-mds has been discontinued for some models. Instead, the workshop manual evap system leak inspection using evap leak tester will be used to troubleshoot evap system leaks.
• 10093288May 10, 2016Equipment. Some vehicles may exhibit bluetooth® hands-free and/or text messaging related concerns. To improve the handling of bluetooth® hands-free and/or text messaging customer concerns, mazda cre-ated a special service and parts exchange program as of february 2010.customers experiencing related concerns should have their vehicle and/or device inspected according to the following procedure.
• 10093375May 4, 2016Exterior lighting, Electrical system. If you encounter the hazard warning lights staying on after a dash repair, you may have crossed the hazard warning switch connector with another connector, such as the bluetooth microphone connector. The two connectors have the same number of pins.
• 10092237May 4, 2016Engine. The 2016 cx-9 with the skyactiv®-g 2.5t engine requires a unique oil filter (py8w-14-302) which is not interchangeable with other skyactiv® oil filters. The unique oil filter can be identified with two white bands as shown below.
• 10093366May 2, 2016Electrical system. If you encounter a vehicle with dtc p0137 (circuit low input), check the rear harness at the red circled area in the following diagram. If an aftermarket alarm system is installed, the rear harness might have received damage from electro-tap connectors (a) or to the protector tube (b). This damage is not covered under warranty.
• 10093186Apr 28, 2016Body and structure. Some vehicles may exhibit rust or blistering on the inner side of the liftgate/trunk lid, where it contacts the weatherstrip (as shown below). The paint may become damaged by weatherstrip chafing caused by liftgate/trunk lid vibration while driving. To eliminate this concern on cx-5, silicone is applied to the lip of the weatherstrip to reduce friction against the liftgate.
• 10092421Apr 28, 2016Electrical system. When reprogramming a control module, always use the gr-8 battery management system power supply mode. If not used, the control module reprogramming may fail due to a weak vehicle battery.the gr-8 battery management system power supply mode prevents the vehicle battery from being discharged. This allows the ids to reprogram a control module without interference from a weak or undercharged vehicle battery.
• 10092413Apr 28, 2016Exterior lighting. Some customers may complain about improper operation of the auto-dimming mirror. This may be caused by an obstruction of the front and/or rear light sensor(s) (e.g. Hanging a parking permit from the mirror). Use a soft cloth with mild detergent to clean the mirror. Harsh detergent may damage the front and/or rear light sensor(s).
• 10093259Apr 13, 2016Engine. Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and dtc p0015 / p0524 stored in memory.•p0015:00 - exhaust cmp timing over-retarded•p0524:00 - engine oil pressure too lowthis is caused by a drop in engine oil pressure due to a piece of foreign object stuck on the oil pump pressure relief valve or oil control valve (ocv). The temporary entry of the foreign object triggers a check engine…
• 10086463Apr 13, 2016Electrical system. Over the past two weeks, an increasing number of iphone se early adopters have reported audio issues with bluetooth phone calls when the smartphone is paired with a vehicle or wireless headset. The issue extends to gps voice navigation for some, but streaming music over bluetooth appears to be unaffected. Specifically, dozens of users in the apple support communities and macrumors discussion forums claim to be…
• 10185967Mar 30, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. When installing a navigation SD card, confirm that the card is unlocked. Also, Mazda Does Not Recommend swapping navigation system SD cards from one vehicle to another for testing. If swapped, the SD card that is installed into the other vehicle becomes “linked” to the VIN of that vehicle.
• 10185966Mar 30, 2016Other or unknown, Equipment. This article provides HVAC heater/defroster operating tips using Mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
• 10091406Mar 30, 2016Equipment. When installing a navigation sd card, confirm that the card is unlocked. Also, mazda does not recommend swapping navigation system sd cards from one vehicle to another for testing. If swapped, the sd card that is installed into the other vehicle becomes “linked” to the vin of that vehicle.
• 10091393Mar 30, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This article provides hvac heater/defroster operating tips using mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
• 10091265Mar 30, 2016Equipment. When installing a navigation sd card, confirm that the card is unlocked. Also, mazda does not recommend swapping navigation system sd cards from one vehicle to another for testing. If swapped, the sd card that is installed into the other vehicle becomes “linked” to the vin of that vehicle.
• 10091263Mar 30, 2016Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). This article provides hvac heater/defroster operating tips using mode selector dial. This includes the use of intermediate positions.
• 10185969Mar 24, 2016Equipment. Some customers may complain about a rattle type noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving on rough roads. This may be caused by a loose spare tire jack.
• 10185968Mar 24, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display. This may be caused by an aftermarket accessory device.
• 10091433Mar 24, 2016Equipment. Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display. This may be caused by an aftermarket accessory device
• 10091361Mar 24, 2016Equipment. Some customers may complain about a rattle type noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when driving on rough roads. This may be caused by a loose spare tire jack.
• 10091266Mar 24, 2016Equipment. Some customers may complain about a blurry rear view monitor display. This may be caused by an aftermarket accessory device.
• 10185906Mar 7, 2016Engine cooling. Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and DTC P0015 / P0524 stored in memory. P0015:00 - Exhaust CMP timing over-retarded, P0524:00 - Engine oil pressure too low. This is caused by a drop in engine oil pressure due to a piece of foreign object stuck on the oil pump pressure relief valve or oil control valve (OCV). The temporary entry of the foreign object triggers a check engine…
• 10185904Mar 7, 2016Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3" even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10101069Mar 7, 2016Engine, Engine cooling, Equipment. Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and dtc p0015 / p0524 stored in memory.•p0015:00 - exhaust cmp timing over-retarded•p0524:00 - engine oil pressure too lowthis is caused by a drop in engine oil pressure due to a piece of foreign object stuck on the oil pump pressure relief valve or oil control valve (ocv). The temporary entry of the foreign object triggers a check engine…
• 10101062Mar 7, 2016Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10090817Mar 7, 2016Engine. Some vehicles may experience a rough idle with the check engine light on and dtc p0015 / p0524 stored in memory.•p0015:00 - exhaust cmp timing over-retarded•p0524:00 - engine oil pressure too lowthis is caused by a drop in engine oil pressure due to a piece of foreign object stuck on the oil pump pressure relief valve or oil control valve (ocv). The temporary entry of the foreign object triggers a check engine…
• 10090812Mar 7, 2016Steering. Some customers may complain that the steering wheel is off center more than 3° even when driving straight on a flat road.
• 10213430Feb 26, 2016Electrical system. Excessive condensation or water within the headlamp assembly caustion
• 10213429Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Paint damage Mazda pocket paint guide
• 10213399Feb 26, 2016Body and structure, Equipment. Brake noise, judder and dragging diagnosis and servicing
• 10213326Feb 26, 2016Equipment. Mazda guidelines for factory scheduled maintenance
• 10105891Feb 26, 2016Brakes. Some vehicles exhibit brake related concerns such as brake noise, brake judder or brake dragging. If you encounter a customer complaint for any one of these symptoms, refer to the following information to understand why symptoms may occur, and to better assist the customer in resolving their specific brake concern.
• 10213398Feb 23, 2016Equipment. Clunk/bang/buzz noise during first forward movement after sitting
• 10213427Feb 17, 2016Electrical system. HandsFree bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure
• 10213425Feb 17, 2016Electrical system. Speedometer replacement procedure
• 10076677Feb 17, 2016Equipment. Hands-free bluetooth module and/or text messaging troubleshooting procedure. Some vehicles may exhibit bluetooth hands-free and/or text messaging related concerns. To improve thehandling of bluetooth hands-free and/or text messaging customer concerns, mazda created a special service and parts exchange program as of february 2010. Customers experiencing related concerns should have their vehicle and/or device…
• 10213387Feb 15, 2016Suspension, Equipment. Shock absorber replacement guidelines
• 10213333Feb 15, 2016Equipment, Electrical system. Battery test procedure requirements using the GR81291
• 10213332Feb 15, 2016Electrical system, Equipment. Battery Maintenance
• 10213417Feb 5, 2016Exterior lighting, Air bags. Passenger fAirbag deactivation (PAD) indicator light illumination
• 10213330Feb 5, 2016Equipment, Engine cooling. PreMixed long life "FL22" Engine Coolant
• 10213329Feb 5, 2016Electrical system, Engine cooling. Engine Start /Stop Procedure with room fuse removed
• 10213423Feb 2, 2016Equipment. Siriusxm satellite radio registration transfer after unit replacement
• 10213422Feb 2, 2016Equipment. Proper usage of driver's floor mat.
• 10213421Jan 25, 2016Exterior lighting. Condensation/Fog in front and rear combination lights
• 10213405Jan 25, 2016Transmission and drivetrain. ATFFZ required for SKYACTIV drive 6speed automatic transaxle
• 10100890Jan 25, 2016Equipment. Always be sure to use the correct automatic transmission fluid when replacing atf. Using the wrong atf may cause shift quality complaints or may even damage the transmission.note:• atf m-v (type m5) is not the same fluid as mercon®v or mercon®lv atf.• atf m-v (type m5) has a greater viscosity than mercon®v and mercon®lv atf in low temperatures.• atf m-v (type m5) has a greater anti-judder specification than…

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