Service and Parts

Understanding the Correct Mazda 3 Oil Type for Every Engine We outline the precise oil specifications required by each Mazda 3 generation and engine variant. Every model—from the earliest 2003 petrol engines to the latest 2025 SkyActiv, e-SkyActiv-G, and SkyActiv-X powertrains—relies on a specific oil…

Understanding Why the Mazda 3 Needs a Service Reset Every time we complete an oil change or full scheduled maintenance on our Mazda 3, the system expects us to reset the service reminder so it can correctly track the next interval. Without resetting, the car…

Replacing a Mazda 3 battery seems simple at first glance — pop the bonnet, unbolt a few clamps, and drop in a shiny new battery. But as we’ve learned through years of diving under bonnets and decoding Mazda quirks, battery replacement on a Mazda 3…

Understanding Mazda 3 Dashboard Symbols The Mazda 3 is equipped with a sophisticated network of sensors, control modules, and onboard diagnostics designed to communicate with us through its dashboard symbols. Each light carries a specific meaning—some harmless, others demanding immediate action. Below, we analyse every…

Opening a Mazda key fob and replacing its battery should never feel like a mystery. We’ve created the ultimate, highly detailed guide to help you confidently access, open, and service your Mazda key fob—whether you drive a Mazda 3, Mazda CX-5, Mazda CX-30, Mazda 6,…

When we talk about the Mazda 3, we’re not merely dissecting another hatchback or saloon. We’re exploring a driver-focused machine wrapped in a stylish shell — yet even the sleekest silhouette needs to prove itself when real-world practicality comes knocking. And that is where boot…

Maintaining the correct tire pressure on a Mazda3 isn’t just routine maintenance—it’s one of the simplest ways we can preserve fuel efficiency, sharpen handling, and prevent expensive tyre wear. Because Mazda produced the Mazda3 across countless trims, wheel configurations, and generations, PSI requirements vary more…

Understanding Ford Kuga Weight Across Generations We explore the full weight spectrum of the Ford Kuga—from its first appearance in 2008 to the latest hybrid-led generation. Weight plays a decisive role in handling, towing ability, fuel consumption, tyre wear, and overall real-world usability. By examining…

Understanding Why Gearbox Oil Capacity Actually Matters When we talk about caring for a Ford Kuga, most of us think immediately about engine oil, coolant, filters, or even tyres. But the gearbox? It’s like that quiet friend who never asks for attention—until the day they…

Understanding Why Gearbox Oil Matters More Than We Think We rarely talk about gearbox oil until something starts feeling “off.” We’ve all been there—shifts get notchy, acceleration feels sluggish, or that unsettling whining sound creeps in like an unwanted guest. When we look under the…

Understanding the Ford Kuga’s Wet Belt System When we dive into the Ford Kuga’s engine architecture—particularly the EcoBoost variants—we stumble upon something clever, delicate, and occasionally troublesome: the wet timing belt. Unlike traditional belts that run dry, the wet belt sits inside the engine, lubricated…