GI tMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
BASIC ASSUMPTIONS
This workshop manual assumes that you have certarn special tools that are necessary for the safe and
efficient performance of service operations on Mazda vehicles and that you know how to use them properly.
It also assumes that you are familiar with automobile systems and basic service and repair procedures.
YOU should not attempt to use this manual unless these assumpttons are correct and you understand the
consequences described below.
SAFETY RtSK
This manual contains certain notes, warnings, and other precautionary information that you should care-
fully read and follow to reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others and the risk of improper
service that may damage the vehicle or render it unsafe. If there IS no such information in regard to any
specific service method, this does not mean there is no possibility that personal safety or vehicle safety
wili be jeopardized by the use of incorrect methods or tools.
POSStBLE LOSS OF WARRANTY
The manufacturer’s warranty on Mazda vehicles and engines can be voided if improper service or repairs
are performed by persons other than those at an Authorked Mazda Dealer.
WARNtNG ON LUBRtCANTS AND GREASES
Avoid all prolonged and repeated contact with mineral oils, especially used oils. Used oils contaminated
during service (e+g., engine sump oils) are more irritating and more likely to cause serious effects, includ-
ing skin cancer, in the event of gross and prolonged skin contact.
Wash skin thoroughly after work involving 011.
Protective hand cleaners may be of value provided they can be removed from the skin with water Do
not use gasoline, paraffin, or other solvents to remove oil from the skrn.
Lubricants and greases may be slightly irritating to the eyes.
Repeated or protonged skin contact shoutd be avoided by wearing protective clothing if necessary. Par-
ticular care should be taken with used oils and greases containing lead. Do not allow work clothing .to
be contaminated with oil. Dry clean or launder such clothing at regular intervals.
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MAINTENANCE TABLE
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1 : Inspect: Visual examination and/or functional measurement of system’s operation or
performance , A: Adjust: Examination resulting in adjustment or replacement
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T: Tighten
REMARKS
After 80,000 km or 48 months, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
As for * marked items in this maintenance chart, note the following points.
+ 1 Major service interval at 12 months/20,000 km (12,000 miles).
Lubrication service based on distance only 10,000 km (6,000 miles) not time.
l 2 Adjust or inspect alternator and water pump drive belt, and power steering and air conditioner drive belt
if equipped.
‘3 Replacement of the timing belt is required at every 100,000 km (60,000 mile). Failure to replace the tim-
ing bett may result in damage to the engine.
‘4 tf the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, it is suggested that the engine oil and
oil filter be changed more often than the recommended intervals.
a) Driving in dusty conditions. I
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c) Driving for a prolonged periods in cold temperatures or regularly driving onty short distances.
*5 If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, inspect and, if necessary, replace more often
than at usual recommended intervals.
l 6 This IS a full function check of all electrical systems, i.e, atl
ltghts. washers (including condition of blades)
electric windows, sunroof, horn etc.
‘7 Replace every two years. $1
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If there has been continuous hard driving, mountain
drivtng, or if the brakes are used extensively or the
vehicle is operated in extremely humid climates, the brake fluid should be changed annually.
Emission Control and Related Systems
The ignition and fuel systems are vitally important to the proper operation of the-emission control and relat-
ed system, as well as for efficient engine operation. It is strongly recommended that all servicing related
to these systems be done by your Authorised Mazda Dealer.
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