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How to eliminate the wrench light on the Mazda3 Axela?

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VanHaley
09/04/25 4:05am

To eliminate the wrench light on the Mazda3 Axela, follow these steps: 1. Start the car, then press the INFO and SET buttons on the steering wheel to enter the vehicle maintenance settings; 2. Press the OFF button on the steering wheel to eliminate the wrench light. The wrench light on the car's dashboard is a maintenance reminder light, usually yellow, indicating that the car needs maintenance when it lights up. The Mazda3 Axela is a car produced by Changan Mazda, with dimensions of 4582mm in length, 1795mm in width, and 1458mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2700mm. The car is equipped with the Mazda Connect system, and its overall configuration reflects a technologically advanced and user-friendly driving experience.

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JacksonLee
09/16/25 5:10am

I've been driving my Mazda Axela for six years, and the wrench light indicates it's time for maintenance. First, insert the key and turn it to the ON position without starting the engine. Then, press and hold the TRIP button on the right side of the dashboard until the wrench light flashes before releasing it. Next, quickly press the TRIP button three times. Once done, the light will turn off, and the screen will display the next maintenance mileage. It's recommended to use this method to reset the light at 10,000 kilometers. Regularly check the oil dipstick yourself, and change the oil early if it turns black, so the light won't bother you as often.

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StElena
10/30/25 5:44am

Just helped my sister clear the wrench light on her Mazda3 yesterday. The light came on right after the first service for her new car. No need to hassle with the dealership. Sit in the driver's seat, press the ignition button twice to power on (don't press the brake to start). Use the left steering wheel controls to find the settings page, select vehicle information, scroll down to the maintenance reset option. Hold the INFO button for 5 seconds until it shows 'reset successful' and you're done. By the way, this car's electronic system is quite sensitive - if the maintenance counter wasn't reset last service or if the battery has been drained, it might trigger false alerts.

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Roland
12/13/25 5:52am

The wrench light is like a maintenance reminder. I suggest checking the maintenance manual first to confirm the records. If the light stays on right after a service, try resetting it yourself: turn the key one notch to light up the dashboard, then press both the accelerator and brake pedals all the way down for 30 seconds. The dashboard will flash some English words before the light goes off. Don't yank out the fuse—Old Wang next door did that and ended up resetting his odometer to zero. Also, remember to reset the tire pressure monitoring system after rotating the tires by holding down the SET button near the gearshift.

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