This is usually caused by a dirty maf sensor which gives false air flow readings.
Mazda 3 at engine light.
Most of the time that serious problem is a misfire.
If it comes on while driving it indicates a malfunction with the charging system of generator.
Common on mazda 3 where check engine light is on and code p0126 is present.
This flashing light should not be ignored.
In some cases you need to pull over immediately to prevent damage while in others you merely need to tighten you gas cap next time you stop in order to reset the service engine soon light.
It only happened once in a while now last night the at light and power steering light and engine light came on and speed and rmps gauge going up and down now engine light is still on any ideas.
A check engine light can indicate a broad spectrum of problems with your 2008 mazda 3.
Engine may cut out at any time.
Common reasons your mazda check engine light is on by product expert posted in tips and info on wednesday april 12th 2017 at 3 30 pm.
As you re driving there aren t many things worse than seeing your check engine light come on your dashboard.
When your engine is misfiring it is dumping raw fuel into the exhaust.
I have a 2006 mazda 3 it started with the asb light and power steering light flashing one and off and steering wheel locking up for just a sec of two.