2003 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA power steering

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Engine Compartment Overview
Fuse blockEngine oil-filler cap Cooling system cap Power steering fluid filler cap/dipstick Air filterClutch fluid reservoir
(Only for manual
transmission model)
Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick
(Only for automatic transmission model)
Engine oil dipstickBrake fluid reservoir
Washer fluid reservoir
(TypeA)
The battery is in the trunk
Engine coolant
reservoirWasher fluid reservoir (TypeB)
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G

Inspecting Power Steering Fluid
Level
Inspect the fluid level at each engine oil
change. Add fluid if necessary; it does not
require periodic changing.
The level must be kept between the H and
L marks.
Visually examine the lines and hoses for
leaks and damage.
1. Park on a level surface, well off the
right-of-way, and set the parking brake
firmly.
2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
•
Clutch fluid will damage painted
surfaces. If clutch fluid does get on
a painted surface, wipe it off
immediately.
• Using nonspecified clutch fluids
(page 10-4) will damage the system.
Mixing different fluids will also
damage it.
If the clutch system frequently
requires new fluid, it should be
inspected. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer immediately.
NOTE
Low clutch fluid level may signal a
fluid leak. If you find a low fluid level,
have the clutch inspected.
CAUTIONPower Steering Fluid
To avoid damage to the power steering
pump, don
’t operate the vehicle for
long periods when the power steering
fluid level is low.
NOTE
Use specified power steering fluid
(page 10-4).
CAUTION
Full
Low
OK
Loosen
Tighten
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Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
Specifications

Engine

Electrical System

Lubricant Quality
*Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-13 .
Specifications
Item
Model
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore ×Stroke 83×85mm (3.3 ×3.4 in)
Displacement 1,840 ml (1,840 cc, 112.2 cu in)
Compression ratio 10.0:1
Item Model
Battery Maintenance-free, 12V-32AH/5HR
Alternator 12V-80 A
Starter 12V-1.0 kW
Spark-plug number NGK
BKR5E11, BKR6E11
DENSO K16PR-U11, K20PR-U11
Spark-plug gap 1.0—1.1 mm (0.040 —0.043 in)
Lubricant Classification
API Service ILSAC
Engine oil
*
SG (Energy Conserving II) —
SH (Energy Conserving II) GF-I SJ GF-II
SL GF-III
Lubricant Classification
Manual transmission oil Any temperature
API Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10 °C (50 °F) API Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
Automatic transmission fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron ® III)
Rear differential oil API Service GL-5
SAE 90
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron ® III)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
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Index
Form No. 8R09-EA-02G
I
IgnitionKeys
............................................ 3-2
Switch
......................................... 5-2
Immobilizer System
......................... 3-28
Indicator Lights
................................ 5-22
Cruise set
.................................. 5-28
Headlight high-beam
................ 5-28
O/D OFF
................................... 5-28
Instrument Cluster
........................... 5-17
Interior Care
..................................... 8-48
Interior Light
.................................... 6-37
J
Jump-Starting ................................... 7-13
K
Keyless Entry System ........................ 3-3
Keys
................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................ 10-2
Lane-Change Signals
....................... 5-31
Light Bulbs Replacement
............................. 8-31
Specifications
........................... 10-6
Lighter
.............................................. 6-38
Lighting Control
.............................. 5-30
Lubricant Quality
............................. 10-4
M
Maintenance Introduction
................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions
................................ 8-11
Owner maintenance
schedule
.................................... 8-10
Scheduled
.................................... 8-3
Manual Transmission Operation
........ 5-8
Recommendations for shifting
....5-9
Mesh Pocket
..................................... 6-41
Meters and Gauges
........................... 5-17
Mirrors Outside mirrors
......................... 3-31
Rearview mirror
........................ 3-32
Money-Saving Suggestions
................ 4-6
O
Odometer and Trip Meter ................ 5-18
Outside Mirrors
................................ 3-31
Overhead Light
................................ 6-37
Overheating
...................................... 7-11
Overloading
...................................... 4-10
P
Paint Damage ................................... 8-41
Parking Brake
..................................... 5-5
Parking in an Emergency
................... 7-2
Power Door Locks
............................. 3-8
Power Steering
................................. 5-13
Fluid
.......................................... 8-19
Power Windows
............................... 3-13
Push-Starting
.................................... 7-15
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