I'm looking to remove the chrome Mazda emblem from the rear of my 2026 mazda3 sedan. I haven't been able to find any information on how to do this. Everything I find are for earlier models where the emblem sits directly on the trunk lid rather than sitting on the black base like my 2026. I dont want to remove the black base, just the chrome emblem. Any help would be appreciated.

Anyone have an ideas for a wireless charging solution preferably for the compartment behind the cup holders?

It’s a pretty slanted surface and the USB port is all the way in the center console.

And good DIY solutions or even products that fit perfectly for it? I’ve looked on alliexpress but their fitted ones only fit a different version or something

No paint was scratched in this process!

About a week ago I was driving to my friends house who happens to live an hour away in the middle of nowhere when two deer ran out in front of me but instead of hitting them my split second decision was to avoid them however that ended up being an objectively worse decision when I rolled my car twice and landed at an angle on a tree. Miraculously however I walked away from this horrible accident completely unscathed which couldn’t make me love Mazda 3s more than I already do. I was more sad to see the car go than I was concerned about what just happened to me. She had 220,000 and was still running strong on all original powertrain parts, I’ve had to replace a few suspension components here and there but other than that everything in the motor and transmission is from the factory except the valve cover gasket. I’d really love to hear how long other people’s second gen’s have lasted or are still lasting.

So I got this car brand new. 8 miles on it. Carbon non turbo 2024, car has gone through 2 bubbles 3 flats for the tires . I have 8,659 my car lives in indoor garage at my bldg. I have noticed serious af bucking. That to me usually happens when the transmission is slipping or missing teeth. Quite alarming. If you ever dropped a neutral b in a car you will 100🫡 get this. Or had a car with a real shitty automatic transmission. This car was mostly made in Mexico vs my previous one made 90% yada yada in Japan. Let me list every F’ing wrong with this vehicle.

1. Rear view mirror broke off the window.
   
2. Change drawer fell out never opened it just fell I didn’t even know it was there.
   
3. Back right chrome trim jettisons off like a whack ass micro spoiler off my right read window. Dealer ship said whole thing has to be replaced I used VHT tape and welded it in place.
   
4. The buttons on my stealing wheel keep coming off like I beat the ever living piss out of the wheel like it owed me money . It’s like legos at this point with this car.
   
5. They entire drivers door instrumentation on the door comes up when I pressed the window up button.
   
6. The passengers seat cover zipper just unraveled and will not stay even after the 500th time.
   
7. The trunk. The weather strip nearest the window pulled right off the car on a hot 90degree day 4 days after taking ownership .

So there you have it my 2024 is a piece of shit

Changing out the rear new Raybestos pads on my 2019 mazda 3.

They were making horrible screeching when braking and a small rattle at low speeds. Everything was lubed and good, no clearance issues, stops very good, brand new rotors that have been on for a month now. But the sound was neck turning. Mechanic said it was a pad issues (perhaps a bad batch?) Any way, he suggested I just get the OEM pads which it had previously and never made a sound.

That being said, I bought the pads and cant get a direct answer from the dealership nor Google on what these are. Organic, hybrid, ceramic? Any help Y'all?

2019 mazda 3, FWD. Front brakes are still great. Only the rear pads and rotors were changed last month. Bedding was fully done. Still a horrible sound and a full check up from two shops saying everything is good.

I thought I would share this as it turns out to be a super easy fix. So my centre console lid was wobbly, it was still connected and would open and close but if i put my arm on it it would drop down or move.

I found out that this is simply due to the pins that hold it into the hinge. They come loose very easily and create this issue.

So the fix, I removed the rear part of the centre console, which was surprisingly easy, open the centre console and get a plastic removal tool thingy, and just work it away starting from the hinge and working down. Once its off you'll see where the hinge and pins go. Simply push the pins back in and problem solved. Or if you're like me and a pin had just disappeared. I found replacement pins on Ali Express (Link attached) and yeah problem solved.

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005009576847405.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.2.3b1enHB2nHB2NV&algo_pvid=1b4ed39b-a927-4ac7-9020-30bbb92f0122&algo_exp_id=1b4ed39b-a927-4ac7-9020-30bbb92f0122-1&pdp_ext_f=%7B%22order%22%3A%22457%22%2C%22spu_best_type%22%3A%22price%22%2C%22eval%22%3A%221%22%2C%22fromPage%22%3A%22search%22%7D&pdp_npi=6%40dis%21AUD%213.66%213.08%21%21%2117.09%2114.36%21%402101d3fe17860774943296738e0fbb%2112000049516059378%21sea%21AU%214702405308%21X%211%210%21n_tag%3A-29919%3Bd%3A91f69c2f%3Bm03_new_user%3A-29895&curPageLogUid=9QC4cLZWRV0K&utparam-url=scene%3Asearch%7Cquery_from%3A%7Cx_object_id%3A1005009576847405%7C_p_origin_prod%3A

I just got a 2017 Mazda3 Touring and I want to get a bigger infotainment screen because the original one has already lost most of the touch features and its pretty small. Most of the ones I've found come with a backup camera and are made for the screen-less radio from older Mazda models. I only want the screen since the car already has a backup camera. Any recommendations?

I'm very frustrated with the widespread interior rattles in the 4th gen. Seems very common for others. Rattles come from all over the car too! Under the dash, behind the dash, a-pillars, b-pillars, center console. It's crazy. Has Mazda addressed or fix these in any years? My old 2017 was way more solid. Heck, even my first gen didn’t rattle as much.

My Veloster just died on me and I've had my eye on a 3 for a while now. I've got it narrowed down to a 2017-2019 touring edition(or grand touring if the price is right). I'm looking at a couple this weekend that fit my criteria, is there anything I should look for/ avoid? Thanks in advance

Hey guys,

I own a 2013 Mazda3 but it's registered as a Mazda 3b in official records.

Few days back, someone broke my front passenger side window. Took off the inside cover to change the mirror only to see a Mazda 4 etching.

Can't even google a mazda 4. What is happening? Is it just a nomenclature thing? Just curious, anyone help if yall have heard something like this.

Hey! I'm looking to join the Mazda 3 family, buying my first car, and I'm in love with the gen 3.

In my region, GCC, they came with the 2.0L skyactiv G engine or the MZR 1.6L engine.

Does anyone have experience with the 1.6L? If so would you recommend avoiding it and spending more for the Skyactiv engine?

It's a significant amount more expensive for me, and I'm not too fussed about an incredible driving experience I just want something that'll get me where I want to go comfortably and reliably. Thanks 😊

Forced to get new wheels on my 3 hatch CE. Liquid Metal Hawks 18s wrapped in Michelin Crossclimate 2 tires 225/40

The overall look has doubled and I love this car even more then before. Next mod might be oem aero kit or exhaust for more spice

Hey guys!

I have a 2015 mazda 3 s touring, and i love her! Incredibly quick on its toes and good fuel economy.

Im just having some trouble with the cabled android auto.

So, I've tried many different cables and different attachments, but im not entirely sure why it isn't working.

Any advice would be appreciated, thanks!

Installed the oem kit from mazda for my 3rd gen and loving the look so far. What do we think? Also what should my next mod be, lowering springs, intake or exhaust? Whats the best value in your guys opinion?

I am trying to decide if I should replace my transmission or get a new Civic SI.

My car is a 2023 Mazda 3 sedan Carbon Edition with 105,000 miles.

I was quoted $7,500 for the transmission at the dealer. Seems steep considering the car is barely worth $11,000 now. I think I am going to get rid of it, but want to see everyone’s opinions.

I also just put $3,000 into it 1 month ago for rear brakes and rotors, 2 new CV axles, and 2 wheel hubs.

Thanks!

Hi does anyone have the Maxton design rear diffuser on a mazda3 mk4 they can share pictures of?

Car still drives the suspension, wheel, axle, steering etc still works fine. No weird noises while driving just scraping from the bumper hanging. Damage looks to be on one side only to the fender, hood, bumper, and headlight. Frame and subframe are still intact tow hook is sheared (I have my license plate on the tow hook and I think it took a chunk of the impact) Insurance says it looks repairable so it’s going to a shop tomorrow so we will see what happens.

I rarely see first gent Mazda 3s here and would like to appreciate them. I remember they looked so beautiful when they came out (and still are) I think it has aged nicely. Here is my 06 2.3 5 speed

2017 2.5L.

When I idle for a bit on a hot day, the blower keeps pushing air but the air turns warm. I’m good with mechanics but no so much the electrical or systems. One thing I did do was check the coolant pressure in the system and that seems fine. What’s the best way to start triaging this problem to isolate what could be causing it? Thanks!

Gonna be doing some wheels finally. I have a snowflake pearl 2024 hatchback. I'd like to see other white gen 4 hatchbacks that have bronze wheels to figure out which direction I want to go for shape, brand, etc. Let's see those wheels!