2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 parking brake

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance8-28Visually examine the lines and hoses
for leaks and damage.
1. Park on a level surface, well off theright-of-way, and set the parking
brake firmly.
2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
3. Remove the filler cap and attached dipstick.
4. Wipe them clean and put them back.
5. Remove again and inspect the level. 6. It must be between HIGH and
LOW. Add fluid if necessary.
Don’t overfill.
083-16A2E
If new fluid is required frequently,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
!
To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, don’ t operate the
vehicle for long periods when the
power steering fluid level is low.NOTEUse specified power steering fluid
(chart, page 10-2).

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance
8-29

083-18A1E
 Inspecting Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level
should be inspected regularly. Measure
it as described below.
The volume of fluid changes with the
temperature. Fluid must be checked at
idle without driving at normal
operating temperature.
CAUTION
!
• Low fluid level causes
transaxle slippage. Overfilling
can cause foaming, loss of
fluid, and malfunction.
• Use specified fluid (page 10-2).
A nonspecified fluid could
result in transaxle malfunction
and failure.

Q083-19A2E
1. Park on a level surface and set the
parking brake firmly.
2. Idle the engine about two minutes. Push down on the brake pedal.
3. Move the shift lever through all ranges and set it at P.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Index11-2
PagePage Page
AAccessory Socket5-51
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Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories 9-10
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Air Bag Restraint System 2-35
. . . . . . . . . .
Warning light 5-41
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Air Filter 8-34
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance 7-11 . . . . .
Antenna 5-123
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Antilock Brake System (ABS) 5-22 . . . . . .
Warning light 5-40
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Appearance Care 7-1
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Audio System Cassette tape player 5-83
. . . . . . . . . . . .
Compact disc changer 5-83
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Compact disc player 5-82, 5-83 . . . . . . .
Radio 5-82, 5-83
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Automatic Transaxle Controls 5-9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Driving tips 5-12
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fluid level
8-29
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Overdrive 5-14
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Shift-lock system 5-15
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Transaxle ranges 5-10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
BBattery 8-38
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Charging system warning light 5-37 . . . .
Jump-starting 6-4
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Before Driving After getting in 4-8
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Before getting in 4-7
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Body Lubrication 8-33
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Brakes
Antilock brake system (ABS) 5-22 . . . . .
Fluid level 8-25
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Foot brake 5-19
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pad wear indicator 5-20
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Parking brake 5-21
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
System warning light 5-36
. . . . . . . . . . . Break-In Period
4-8
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Bright-Metal Maintenance 7-9
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Bulb Replacement
Front, Interior 8-48
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Headlight 8-45
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Rear 8-49
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Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Index11-7
PagePage Page
OOdometer and Trip Meter5-31
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Oil (see Engine)
Outside Mirrors 3-33
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Outside the United States and
Canada 9-10
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Overheating 6-2
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Overloading 4-15
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Owner Maintenance 8-11
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Precautions 8-12
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Schedule 8-11
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PPaint Damage 7-2
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Damage caused by bird dropping,
insects, or tree sap 7-3
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Etching caused by acid rain or
industrial fallout 7-2
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Paint chipping 7-4
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Water marks 7-4
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Parking Brake 5-21
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Control Mirror 3-34
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Steering 5-24
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Power Steering Fluid Level 8-27 . . . . . . . .
Power Windows 3-13
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Lock switch 3-14
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Master control 3-13
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
One-touch power window 3-13 . . . . . . .
Passenger door 3-15
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Pregnant Women 2-25
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Push-Starting 6-7
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
RRadio 5-82, 5-83
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Reception 5-75
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Armrest Box 5-59
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Door Child Safety Lock 3-8 . . . . . . . .
Rear Seat 2-9
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Armrest 2-10
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Seat Belts 2-20
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rear Window Defroster 5-49
. . . . . . . . . . .
Indicator light 5-42
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Rearview Mirror (Day/Night) 3-35 . . . . . .
Remote Trunk Lid Release 3-16
. . . . . . . . .
Repairing Damage to the Finish 7-9 . . . . . .
Replacing
Bulb (Front, Interior) 8-48
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Bulb (Rear) 8-49
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Headlight bulb 8-45
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Tire 8-43
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wheel 8-44
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Windshield wiper blade 8-36
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