2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 Owners Manual

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
J94A7014
Maintenance
8-25
9. After the engine has cooled,remove the cooling system cap and
inspect the coolant level. If it’ s low,
repeat steps 5 to 8.
Because this procedure requires
technical expertise, we recommend
that it be done by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.NOTEMixing green coolant with orange
coolant could decrease the service
life expentancy of the coolant. Use
only genuine Mazda orange
colored or equivalent coolant


083-13A2EJ94A7013
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level
The brakes and clutch draw fluid from
the same reservoir. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. If it’
s low, add fluid until it
reaches MAX. It should be kept at
MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean
the area around the cap.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance8-26The level normally drops with
accumulated mileage, a condition
associated with wear of brake and
clutch linings. If it is excessively low,
have the brake/clutch system
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
CAUTION
!
Brake and clutch fluid will damage
painted surfaces. If brake or clutch
fluid does get on a painted surface,
wipe it off immediately.
CAUTION
!
Using nonspecified brake and
clutch fluids (see chart, page 10-2)
will damage the systems. Mixing
different fluids will also damage
them.
If the brake/clutch system
frequently requires new fluid,
consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
WARNING
!
Spilled Brake Fluid:Spilled brake fluid is dangerous.
If it gets in your eyes, they could
be seriously injured. If this
happens, immediately flush your
eyes with water and get medical
attention. Brake fluid spilled on a
hot engine could cause a fire. Be
careful not to spill brake fluid on
yourself or on the engine.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance
8-27
WARNING
!
Low Brake/Clutch Fluid Levels:Low brake/clutch fluid levels
could be dangerous. Low levels
could signal brake lining wear or
a brake system leak. Your brakes
could fail and cause an accident.
If you find a low fluid level, have
the brakes and clutch inspected.
Q083-15FE
J94A7015Inspecting Power Steering Fluid
Level
Inspect the fluid level at each engine
oil change. Add fluid if necessary; it
does not require periodic changing. J94A7016
(J18T7019)
Low
OK
High
The level must be kept between the
HIGH and LOW marks.

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
Maintenance8-30
WARNING
!
Sudden Vehicle Movement:Shifting the shift lever without
first depressing the brake pedal is
dangerous. The vehicle could
move suddenly and cause an
accident. Make sure the brake
pedal is applied before shifting
the shift lever.4. With the engine still idling, pull outthe dipstick, wipe it clean, and put
it back.
5. Pull it out again.
The proper fluid level is marked on the
dipstick as follows.
 083-65B1E
A
J94S.J94A7018
B
2.0-liter engine
 Scale A
When the engine has been running and
the fluid is at normal operating
temperature, about 65° C (150°F) to
77 °C (170° F), the level must be within the crosshatched area on the dipstick.

Scale B
When the engine has not been running,
and the outside temperature is above
10 °C (50° F), the level should be
between the bottom hole on the
dipstick and the bottom of the
crosshatched area on the dipstick.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance
8-31
NOTE•Use scale B only as a reference.
• If the outside temperature is
lower then 10° C (50°F), start
the engine and inspect the fluid
level after the engine reaches
operating temperature.
• If the vehicle has been driven
for an extended period at high
speeds or in city traffic in hot
weather, inspect the level only
after stopping the engine and
allowing the fluid to cool for 30
minutes or more.
083-20CE
Fully insert the dipstick. When adding
fluid, make sure the fluid level doesn’ t
pass the crosshatched area on the
dipstick.

083-65A1E
J94S.J94A7017
A
B
2.5-liter engine
Fluid hot scale A
When the vehicle has been driven and
the fluid is at normal operating
temperature, about 65° C (150°F), the
level must be between Full and Low.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Maintenance8-32Fluid cold scale B
When the engine has not been running
and the outside temperature is about
20 °C (70° F), the level must be
between Full and Low.
NOTE• Use the cold scale only as a
reference.
• If outside temperature is lower
than about 20° C (70°F), start
the engine and inspect the fluid
level after the engine reaches
operating temperature.
• If the vehicle has been driven
for an extended period at high
speeds or in city traffic in hot
weather, inspect the level only
after stopping the engine and
allowing the fluid to cool for 30
minutes.
083-20BE
Fully insert the dipstick. When adding
fluid, inspect with the dipstick to make
sure it doesn’ t pass full.