Available in three editions, the 2018 Mazda CX-3 is a subcompact crossover SUV. All of the vehicle’s technological amenities are accessible in the Mazda Connect suite. Instead of sitting inside the central console, the updated Mazda Connect infotainment system stands above it. This patented platform comes with a 7-inch color touch screen with intuitive menus. The all-new…
As car owners, we know that every once in a while we need to check that brake fluid and sometimes replace it. But what exactly is brake fluid and what does it do? What’s its purpose and why is it important to the functioning of your car? Read on to find out. It’s not a…
The technology in the Mazda6 will help you be the most confident driver possible. Customize the features to meet your needs and experience the most exhilarating ride possible. The Mazda6 includes apps that use hands-free technology to help you stay connected with friends and family while on the road. The new dashboard also includes anti-glare technology to ensure…
Your car needs coolant to protect the engine from overheating. The radiator is the key component in your cars cooling system. When coolant passes through the radiator it picks up excess heat which helps keep the engine cool. A leaking radiator causes problems with the cooling system so it’s important to detect a leaking radiator…
It’s never good to see your vehicle’s engine temperature gauge rise to the red zone or a cloud of steam billowing out from under its hood. Overheating can potentially destroy an engine or make costly repairs necessary, but ascertaining what is causing the problem can be difficult. A car’s cooling system is complex and can…
There are a number of various reasons why your tire pressure light can be illuminated and causing you problems. If you have checked the pressure in all of your tires and still cannot find a problem then it may be time to bring your vehicle in to our service center at Kiefer Mazda in Eugene…
As the weather turns warm, so comes time for you to do some spring cleaning. Most people think of cleaning clutter out of their home, but it’s also the perfect time for you to clean out your car and get some much needed maintenance work done. Here are a few of the things you should…
All auto maintenance is important in its own right. That is why you don’t want to overlook some of the smaller things under the hood because even they provide a very important function that could cause you to be on the side of the road if they were to fail. Your belts and hoses are…
Checking your tire tread and tire pressure regularly is something that all owners can do regularly that will keep them safe and save them money in the long run. We here at Kiefer Mazda in Eugene are here to explain how you can do this. First, many auto part stores have handheld devices used to…
There are probably few things as frustrating as having a vehicle not want to start during cold weather. The battery is responsible for supplying electricity to a number of vehicle components that include the starter, the fuel system, headlights and other electronic devices. Regular maintenance ensures that your battery, posts and cables continue providing the…
