The 2025 Mazda 3 has 20 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 2 part types and 1 brand, covering the 2.5L L4 Turbocharged engine. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2025 Mazda 3, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 20 listed parts are Gear Oil (10 parts) and Transfer Case Fluid (10 parts).
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L4 Turbocharged — the only engine offered in the 2025 Mazda 3.
Every drivetrain part listed for the 2025 Mazda 3 comes from VALVOLINE.
4 parts on this 2025 Mazda 3 page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including VALVOLINE VV982 (Gear Oil) and VALVOLINE VV982 (Transfer Case Fluid). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Gear Oil
SAE 75W-140
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV982 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 889787 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 887344 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV981 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
SAE 75W-90
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV975 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV820 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 889785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 882505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 723856 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV822 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil16 Gallon KEG | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
10 Gear Oil parts for the 2025 Mazda 3 come from VALVOLINE. The "Popular" part is VALVOLINE VV982.
The SAE 75W-140 section lists 4 options from VALVOLINE — grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-140" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. VALVOLINE VV982 is listed in this group.
The SAE 75W-90 section lists 6 options from VALVOLINE — grouped under the catalog's "SAE 75W-90" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. VALVOLINE VV975 is listed in this group.
Transfer Case Fluid
SAE 75W-140
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV982 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 889787 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 887344 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV981 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-14 0 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
SAE 75W-90
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VALVOLINE Popular | VV975 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV820 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 889785 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Quart Flex Fill | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 882505 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil1 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | 723856 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Advanced Full Synthetic SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil5 Gallon | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE | VV822 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Daily Protection SAE 75W-90 Gear Oil16 Gallon KEG | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for the transfer case. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
10 Transfer Case Fluid parts for the 2025 Mazda 3 come from VALVOLINE. The "Popular" part is VALVOLINE VV982.
The SAE 75W-140 section: 4 options from VALVOLINE. VALVOLINE VV982 is listed in this group.
The SAE 75W-90 section: 6 options from VALVOLINE. VALVOLINE VV975 is listed in this group.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2025 Mazda 3
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 2.5L L4 Turbocharged engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Gear Oil and Transfer Case Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2025 Mazda 3?
Our catalog currently lists 20 drivetrain parts for the 2025 Mazda 3 across 2 subcategories and 1 brand, covering the 2.5L L4 Turbocharged engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2025 Mazda 3?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2025 Mazda 3 was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2025 Mazda 3?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L4 Turbocharged engine. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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