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2009-2013 Mazda 3: D/S window is not working!

Mon, 13 Jun 2016 17:54:06 -0700

I have a (2010) Mazda 3 sedan & my Driver Side window suddenly doesn't work , but the other 3 window works fine. I'm curious if it could be the motor or switch? How do you remove the switch panel as well? Thanks everyone!

⟐ Answer edited June 13, 2016 at 17:54 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Why is my horn not working?

Mon, 22 Aug 2022 08:18:08 -0700

2012 Mazda 3i GT, horn went on fritz two months ago and will not sound. Don't have the service manuals to find where relays and switches are to diagnose.

⟐ Answered August 22, 2022 at 8:18 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Revs too high after service

Wed, 12 Apr 2017 21:57:20 -0700

After taking the car for a second service to reduce the revs I still find them higher than when I bought it. The mechanic said all he did was reset the computer. Is there a way I can change the computer settings or how would I go about changing the revs?

⟐ Answer accepted April 12, 2017 at 21:57 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Why is my dashboard light not working

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:49:40 -0700

My dashboard is not working no lights on no indicator lights nothing is on

⟐ Answered April 08, 2026 at 0:49 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: front brake pads replacement

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 08:28:17 -0700

front brake Pad replacement for Mazda 3

⟐ Answer edited April 07, 2026 at 8:28 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Car does not start, it only clicks

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 03:22:25 -0700

But when pressed with test lamp on red wire it starts

⟐ Answered January 05, 2026 at 3:22 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: My fog lights and low beams are not working?

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 04:58:57 -0700

I bought my car used this year in Feb and noticed a couple days after my low beams and fog lights not working. I replaced fuses and relays and still an issue. What can I do?

⟐ Answered June 29, 2025 at 4:58 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Problem with a heater

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 10:35:49 -0700

My cars heater not working

⟐ Answered April 06, 2025 at 10:35 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Intake manifold runner control valve/solenoid

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:51:39 -0700

Intake manifold runner control valve/solenoid location
2012 Mazda 3
2.0 skyactive

⟐ Answer accepted February 14, 2025 at 20:51 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Why can't put the key in the switch to start my car

Thu, 22 Aug 2024 20:43:12 -0700

Small stick stuck in the car switch and can't put the key in to start the car anymore,

⟐ Answered August 22, 2024 at 20:43 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: My car fails to start

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:22:51 -0700

My car does not start. I checked the spark plugs and there is no spark.

What can be the problem?

⟐ Answered October 29, 2022 at 8:22 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Sanyo CD player to radio ribbon cable path?

Fri, 07 Feb 2020 08:58:20 -0700

During repair of the single CD player in my 2014 Mazda6, the ribbon cable that connects it to the Radio motherboard detached at radio end. Ribbon cable has less “pins” than “receiving” part on motherboard and don’t know exactly where it should be reattached. Unit was built by Sanyo. Mazda claims it does not have repair manual.

Advice on how to find connection point welcome.

GL McCormick

⟐ Answer edited February 07, 2020 at 8:58 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Car will start in neutral but not in park. (automatic transmission)

Fri, 15 Feb 2019 02:41:09 -0700

The car will not start in P (will not turn over at all), but will if I put it in N.

⟐ Commented February 15, 2019 at 2:41 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Needing a guide or manual for removal of heater core

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:26:14 -0700

I know the task is monumental, would just like a flow chart or manual of disassembly so I don’t have to fiddle or ponder what do I need to take apart to get this panel off etc. the vehicle in quandary is a Mazda 3 ,2011 base model no bells or whistles

⟐ Edited by author January 25, 2026 at 13:26 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Side mirrors Not working

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 08:30:25 -0700

HOW to do DIY motor repair for side mirrors

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Why is my car dying while driving

Wed, 22 May 2024 10:44:14 -0700

My car switch off the lights on the dashboard while driving and doesn't want to move and only after I unplug and re-plugged the battery poles

2009-2013 Mazda 3: What happened to my car.

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 10:59:49 -0700

The other day I come to a stop at a red light and my car starts shaking aggressively, the rpm’s drop to zero, the engine shuts off, and my dash board lights up. I take the key out put it back in and start the car up again it’s fine. I really have no idea what happened, I recently replaced my TCM and the car was driving fine after up until this point.

2009-2013 Mazda 3: Stereo push buttons not working

Fri, 02 Nov 2018 05:33:34 -0700

2010 Mazda 3 - Stereo push buttons on left side of large volume knob not working - no lights or response to touch

⟐ Commented November 02, 2018 at 5:33 MST

2009-2013 Mazda 3: loud engine noise and clanking

Thu, 22 Sep 2016 05:56:50 -0700

loud poping noise when placing in reverse or then forward