where is the block heater cord located on a Mazda 3 2006
The block heater cord, on your Mazda Tribute, is located below the front grill. The court will extend out approximately 3 feet.
I work for a Mazda dealership and there doesn't seem to be one avail from factory or as an accessory.
The block heater is located on the driver's side underneath the exhaust manifold. A dealer will offer it as an installed option or you can purchase and install it later.
I selected the 2004 Ford F-250 Owners Guide and it shows to plug in the block heater if the temperature drops to ( - 10 Fahrenheit or below ) Have the block heater plugged in for at least ( 3 hours ) for best results , but you can plug in the night before ( I would personally use a timer to save money on the electric bill )
The OEM style block heater I have for the 1.0L 3 cylinder mounts on the outside of the engine under the intake manifold. An external block heater.
SOUNDS LIKE THE INTAKE GASKET BLEW, OR THE HEATER CORE FAILED.. EITHER WAY, THIS IS A COSTLY REPAIR.
One reason why an AC heater fan will not work on a Mazda 3 is that the fan is burned out. It will have to be replaced. However, first check to make sure that you have not simply blown a fuse.
One can purchase a 2004 Mazda 3 by going to their local Mazda dealer or checking in their local classified ads. One can also check online on sites such as Craigslist.
Mazda 3 exists. Mazda 4 doesn't. Did you mean Mazda 5? The difference between the Mazda 3 and the Mazda 4 is that the Mazda 3 is a compact car manufactered by Mazda. It was introduced in 2004. The biggest difference between the two, is that the Mazda 4, doesn't exist.
I have a 2004 Mazda 3 Maxx, and i get it serviced every 10,000 to 15,000kms, and then the 100,000kms service.
I sure sounds like a coolant leak at the block heater plate. If you are looking up at the engine and it is about 3" left of the oil filter that's what is it. In extremely cold climates this port is were the block heater attaches, in most places it is just a bolted on plate with an RTV silicon material for gasketing. Here is great link on the subject: http://www.toyotanation.com/forum/274-2nd-generation-2004-2010/330995-coolant-leak-plate-block-heater-2004-a.html