2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 wash

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Appearance Care
7-7
NOTE•Mazda is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic
car washes or improper
washing.
• Scratches are more noticeable
on vehicles with darker paint
finishes.To minimize scratches on the vehicle’ s
paint finish:
• Rinse off any dirt or other foreign
matter using lukewarm or cold
water before washing. •
Use plenty of lukewarm or cold
water and a soft cloth when
washing the vehicle. Do not use a
nylon cloth.
• Rub gently when washing or drying
the vehicle.
• Take your vehicle only to a car
wash that keeps its brushes well
maintained.
• Don’ t use abrasive cleansers or wax
that contain abrasives.
CAUTION
!
• Don’ t use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or
caustic agents on chrome-plated
or anodized aluminum parts.
This may damage the protective
coating; also, cleaners and
detergents may discolor or
deteriorate the paint.
• To prevent damaging the
antenna, retract it before
entering a car wash facility or
passing beneath a low overhead
clearance.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Appearance Care7-8Pay special attention to removing salt,
dirt, mud, and other foreign material
from the underside of the wings, and
make sure the drain holes in the lower
edges of the doors and rocker panels
are clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial fallout, and similar deposits
can damage the finish if not removed
immediately. When prompt washing
with plain water is ineffective, use a
mild soap made for use on vehicles.
Thoroughly rinse off all soap with
lukewarm or cold water. Don’t allow
soap to dry on the finish. After washing the vehicle, dry it with a
clean chamois to prevent water spots
from forming.
WARNING
!
Driving with Wet Brakes:Driving with wet brakes is
dangerous. Increased stopping
distance or the vehicle pulling to
one side when braking could
result in a serious accident. Light
braking will indicate whether the
brakes have been affected. Dry
the brakes by driving very slowly
and applying the brakes lightly
until brake performance is
normal.

Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the finish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle
before waxing it. In addition to the
vehicle body, wax the metal trim to
maintain its luster.
1. Use wax which contains no abrasives. Waxes containing
abrasive will remove paint and
could damage bright metal parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic, mica, and solid colors.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Appearance Care
7-11
078-6A2E

Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over
the aluminum wheels. Special care is
needed to protect this coating.
NOTE• Don’ t use a wire brush or any
abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, or solvent on
aluminum wheels. They may
damage the coating.
• Only use a mild soap or neutral
detergent and always use a
sponge or soft cloth to clean the
wheels. Rinse thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also,
be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on dusty or salted
roads. This helps prevent
corrosion.
(Continued)
•Avoid washing your vehicle in
an automatic car wash that uses
high-speed or hard brushes.
• If your aluminum wheels lose
luster, wax the wheels.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary
Maintenance8-10Schedule 2 (Cont ’d)
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
Number of months or miles (kilometers), whichever comes first
INTERVALS
Months
4
8
12
16
20
24
28
32
36
40
44
48
MAINTENANCE

1000 km
8
16
24
32
40
48
56
64
72
80
88
96
MAINTENANCE

ITEM
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1000 miles)
(5)
(10)
(15)
(20)
(25)
(30)
(35)
(40)
(45)
(50)
(55)
(60)
Washer fluid level
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Air-conditioner refrigerant (if installed)
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Air-conditioner compressor (if installed)
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Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance
8-11
083-1AE
Owner MaintenanceOwner Maintenance Schedule
The owner or a qualified service
technician should make these vehicle
inspections at the indicated intervals to
ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of
an Authorized Mazda Dealer or
qualified service technician as soon as
possible.
 When refueling
• Brake and clutch fluid level
(page 8-25) •
Engine coolant level
(page 8-21)
• Engine oil level
(page 8-17)
• Washer fluid level
(page 8-33)
 At least monthly
• Tire inflation pressures
(page 8-41)
083-46A1E
At least twice a year
(for example, every spring and
fall)
• Automatic transaxle fluid level
(page 8-29)
• Power steering fluid level
(page 8-27)
You can do the following scheduled
maintenance items if you have some
mechanical ability and a few basic
tools and if you closely follow the
directions in this manual.
• Air filter
(page 8-34)

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance8-14
083-4AE
 Engine Compartment Overview
Cooling system cap
2.0-liter engine
Engine oil dipstick Air filter
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
(only for automatic transaxle)
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Fuse block
Battery
Coolant reservoir
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
J94A7001A

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance
8-15
Engine oil-filler cap
Engine oil dipstick
Air filter
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
(only for automatic transaxle)
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Fuse block
Battery
Coolant reservoir
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
J94A7002A2.5-liter engine
Power steering fluid reservoir
Cooling system cap

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance8-185. Pull it out again and examine thelevel. It’ s OK between L and F.
But if it’ s near at or below L, add
enough oil to bring the level to F.
CAUTION
!
Don’ t add engine oil over F.
This may cause engine damage.NOTEThe distance between L and F on
the dipstick represents 1.0 L (1.06
US qt, 0.88 Imp qt).

083-7CE
Changing engine oil and filter
Change engine oil and filter according
to Scheduled Maintenance (page
8-3).
Please act responsibly—protect the
environment and take used oil to a
recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a
service station for information.
WARNING
!
Handling Used Engine Oil:Continuous contact with used
engine oil could be dangerous. It
could cause skin cancer. Always
wash with soap and water
immediately after changing oil
and filter.