Chart symbols
I: Inspect, and if necessary correct, clean or replace
A: Adjust
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Normal driving service intervals ± perform at the months or distances
shown, whichever occurs first.
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
x 1000 Miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
(x 1000 km) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96)
ENGINE
Engine oil Ðevery 6 monthsRRRRRRRRRRRR
Oil filterÐevery 6 monthsRRRRRRRRRRRR
PCV valve
AIR CLEANER
Air cleaner filter R R
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs *4
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine Coolant (green) Replace at first 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36
months, after that, every 30,000 miles (48,000 km)
or 24 months
Coolant condition and protection,
hoses and clamps Ð annually Ðprior
to cold weather every 12 monthsIIII
CHASSIS AND BODY
Wheel lug nut torque *1IIIIIIIIIIII
Inspect tires for wear and rotate
(X = recommended interval for
optimal tire life)IXIXXIXXIXXI
Clutch reservoir fluid levelIIIIII
Front wheel bearings (4x2) L
Disc brake systemIIII
Caliper slide railsLLLL
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Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
x 1000 Miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
(x 1000 km) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96)
Drum brake system, lines and hosesIIII
Exhaust system for leaks, damage,
loosenessII
Manual transmission fluid R
Automatic
transmission fluid*2 I I
Exhaust system shielding (for
trapped material)II
Propeller shaft U-joints (if equipped
with grease fittings)LLLLLL
Parking brake system (for damage
and operation)IIII
Ball joints (4x2) I/L I/L I/L I/L
Transfer case fluid (4x4) Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Rear axle lubricant Does not require replacement unless rear axle
submerged in water
Accessory drive belts
Fuel filter *5 R R
Steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension and driveshaftIIII
Remarks:For * marked items in this maintenance chart, please pay
attention to the following points:
1. The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications
at 800 km (500 miles) of new vehicle operation, at any wheel
change, or at any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened.
2. Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) unless submerged in
water.
3. At 60,000 miles (96,000 km), the dealer will replace the PCV valve at
no cost, except Canada and California vehicles.
4. Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug and
gap specifications.
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5. The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure
to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission
warranty nor limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle's
useful life.
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),
whichever comes first)
Months 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96
x 1000 Miles 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
(x 1000 km) (104) (112) (121) (128) (136) (144) (152) (160) (168) (176) (184) (192)
ENGINE
Engine oil Ðevery 6 monthsRRRRRRRRRRRR
Oil filterÐevery 6 monthsRRRRRRRRRRRR
PCV valve R
AIR CLEANER
Air cleaner filter R R
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs *4 R
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine Coolant (green) Replace at first 45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months,
after that, every 30,000 miles (48,000 km) or 24 months
Coolant condition and
protection, hoses and clamps
Ð annually Ðprior to cold
weather every 12 monthsIIII
CHASSIS AND BODY
Wheel lug nut
torque*1IIIIIIIIIIII
Inspect tires for wear and
rotate (X = recommended
interval for optimal tire life)XXIXXIXXIXXI
Clutch reservoir fluid levelIIIIII
Front wheel bearings (4x2) L
Disc brake systemIIII
Caliper slide railsLLLL
Drum brake system, lines and
hosesIIII
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Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),
whichever comes first)
Months 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96
x 1000 Miles 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
(x 1000 km) (104) (112) (121) (128) (136) (144) (152) (160) (168) (176) (184) (192)
Exhaust system for leaks,
damage, loosenessII
Manual transmission fluid R
Automatic
transmission fluid*2 I I
Exhaust system shielding (for
trapped material)II
Propeller shaft U-joints (if
equipped with grease fittings)LLLLLL
Parking brake system (for
damage and operation)IIII
Ball joints (4x2) I/L I/L I/L I/L
Transfer case fluid (4x4) Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Rear axle lubricant Does not require replacement unless rear axle
submerged in water
Accessory drive belts I
Fuel filter *5 R R
Steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension and driveshaftIIII
Remarks:For * marked items in this maintenance chart, please pay
attention to the following points:
1. The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications
at 800 km (500 miles) of new vehicle operation, at any wheel
change, or at any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened.
2. Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) unless submerged in
water.
3. At 60,000 miles (96,000 km), the dealer will replace the PCV valve at
no cost, except Canada and California vehicles.
4. Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug and
gap specifications.
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Special Operating
Conditions
Replace Engine Oil and Filter
Inspect Brake System
Replace Fuel Filter
Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
Replace Spark Plugs
Replace Engine Air Filter
Change Manual Transmission Fluid
Inspect and Lubricate U-Joints
Lubricate Front Wheel Bearing (4x2)
Change Transfer Case Fluid (4x4)
Suggested Maintenance
Interval3,000
miles or
3 months5,000
miles15,000
miles30,000
miles60,000
milesAs
requiredAs
requiredAs
required30,000
miles60,000
miles
Towing a trailer or
using a camper or
car top carrierXX XX
Extensive idling or
low-speed driving
for long distances
as in heavy
commercial use
such as delivery,
taxi or patrol carX XXXX XX
Operating in dusty
conditions such as
unpaved or dusty
roadsXXX X
Off road operation X X X
For specific recommendations see your authorized Mazda dealer or
qualified service professional.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
Owner 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.
While operating your vehicle
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1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. If submerged in
water, the rear axle lubricant should be changed.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCONtand MERCONtV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCONtand MERCONtV. Refer to your service maintenance
section to determine the correct service interval.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap 1.04-1.19mm
(0.041-0.047
inch)1.07-1.17mm
(0.042-0.046
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio9.7:1 9.14:1 9.0:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions Regular Cab
mm (in)SuperCab mm
(in)
(1) Overall length 4 763 (187.5) 5 153 (202.9)
(2) Overall width 1 785 (70.3) 1 785 (70.3)
(3) Overall height 4x2/4x4 1 575 (62.0) /
1 655 (65.2)1 585 (62.4) /
1 684 (66.3)
(4) Wheelbase 2 831 (111.4) 3 192 (125.7)
(5) Track - Front 1 486 (58.5) 1 485 (58.5)
(5) Track - Rear 1 455 (57.3) 1 455 (57.3)
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Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................86
cleaning ...................................221
side view mirrors (power) .......89
Motorcraft parts ........................255
O
Octane rating ............................254
Odometer .....................................20
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................238
Overdrive .....................................93
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................100
Parking brake ............................155
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................188
Power door locks ........................97
Power point .................................84
Power steering ..........................156
fluid, checking and adding ....261
fluid, refill capacity ................272
fluid, specifications .........275±276
Power Windows ...........................85
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................157
R
Radio ................................21, 45, 53
Radio reception .....................66±67
Relays ........................................183
Remote entry system .........97, 100illuminated entry ......................98
locking/unlocking doors .....97±99
panic alarm .............................100
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................101
replacing the batteries ...........100
Roadside assistance ..................181
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................17, 107±111
Safety defects, reporting ..........217
Safety restraints ................107±111
belt minder .............................115
cleaning the safety belts ........118
extension assembly ................114
for adults .........................108±110
for children .....................131±132
lap belt ....................................113
warning light and
chime ...........................14, 17, 114
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................145
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ......................................140
Safety seats for children ..........135
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................................107
Seats ..........................................105
child safety seats ....................135
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ................................102±103
Servicing your vehicle ..............232
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................195
Spark plugs, specifications .......276
Index
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