2003 MAZDA MODEL 6 maintenance schedule

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5. Pull it out again and examine the level.
It’s OK between MIN and MAX.
But if it’s near or below MIN, add
enough oil to bring the level to MAX.
6. Make sure the O-ring is positioned
properly before reinserting the
dipstick.

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.
Don’t add engine oil over MAX. This
may cause engine damage.
Full
OK
Low 3.0-liter engine
CAUTION
Handling Used Engine Oil:Continuous contact with used engine
oil is dangerous. It could cause skin
cancer. Always wash with soap and
water immediately after changing oil
and filter.
Remove any oil splatter from the
exhaust manifold, the exhaust pipe and
the shield. Oil left on these areas will
smoke when the engine is running.
WARNING
CAUTION
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Changing Coolant
Change coolant according to Scheduled
Maintenance (page 8-3).
For mixture percentage:To change coolant
1. Remove the cooling system cap. •
Use only soft (demineralized) water
in the coolant mixture. Water that
contains minerals will cut down on
the coolant’s effectiveness.
•
Don’t add only water. Always add a
proper coolant mixture.
•
The engine has aluminum parts and
must be protected by an ethylene-
glycol-based coolant to prevent
corrosion and freezing.
•
DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol
antifreeze. DO NOT MIX alcohol
or methanol with the coolant. This
could damage the cooling system.
•
Don’t use a solution that contains
more than 60 % antifreeze.
This would reduce effectiveness.
ProtectionVo l u m e
Antifreeze
solutionWa t e r
Above
−16
°C (3
°F) 35% 65%
Above
−26
°C (
−15
°F) 45% 55%
Above
−40
°C (
−40
°F) 55% 45%
CAUTIONRemoving the Cooling System Cap:Removing the cooling system cap or
drain plug while the engine is
running or hot is dangerous. This
might lead to cooling system and
engine damage and could result in
serious injury from escaping hot
coolant or steam. Turn off the engine
and wait until it’s cool. Even then, be
very careful when removing the cap
or drain plug. Wrap a thick cloth
around it and slowly turn it
counterclockwise to the first stop.
Step back while the pressure escapes.
When you’re sure all the pressure is
gone, press down on the cap — still
using a cloth — turn the cap, and
remove it.
WARNING
Loosen
Tighten
Loosen Tighten 2.3-liter engine
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2. Tilt or lift the air filter cover and
remove the filter.3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing
with a damp cloth.
4. Clean or replace the filter.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Replace the filter according to Scheduled
Maintenance (page 8-3).
Clamp3.0-liter engine
Air filter cover
Air filter 2.3-liter engine
Air filter cover
Air filter 3.0-liter engine
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Index
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-42
Hazardous Driving
............................. 4-7
Headlights
Control
...................................... 5-37
Flashing
.................................... 5-37
High-low beam
......................... 5-37
On reminder
.............................. 5-37
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
.............................................. 5-43
Hood Release
................................... 3-17
Horn
................................................. 5-42
I
Ignition
Keys
............................................ 3-2
Switch
......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System
................ 6-43
Immobilizer System
......................... 3-20
Indicator Lights
................................ 5-27
Cruise Main
.............................. 5-36
Cruise set
.................................. 5-36
Headlight high-beam
................ 5-34
Security
..................................... 5-33
Shift position
............................ 5-34
TCS
........................................... 5-35
TCS OFF
.................................. 5-35
Information Display
......................... 6-46
Ambient temperature display
... 6-48
Audio display
............................ 6-48
Climate control display
............. 6-48
Clock
......................................... 6-47
Display dimmer cancel
function
..................................... 6-48
Information display functions
... 6-46
Instrument Cluster
........................... 5-23
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select
Button
.............................................. 5-26
I
Interior Care ..................................... 8-45
Interior Lights
.................................. 6-43
J
Jump-Starting ................................... 7-14
K
Keyless Entry System ........................ 3-3
Keys
...................................................3-2
L
Label Information ............................ 10-2
Lane-Change Signals
....................... 5-38
Light Bulbs
Replacement
.............................. 8-29
Specifications
............................ 10-5
Lighter
.............................................. 6-49
Lighting Control
............................... 5-37
Lubricant Quality
............................. 10-3
M
Maintenance
Introduction
................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions
.................................. 8-8
Owner maintenance schedule
..... 8-7
Scheduled
.................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation
.............. 5-9
Recommendations for shifting
.... 5-9
Map Lights
....................................... 6-45
Meters and Gauges
........................... 5-23
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