2004 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR battery

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
Keep Flames Away:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. When working near a battery, do
not allow metal tools to contact the positive ( ) or negative ( ) terminal of the
battery. Do not allow the positive ( ) terminal to contact the vehicle body.Battery-Related Explosion:
Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells.
WARNING
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
• Keep it securely mounted.
• Keep the top clean and dry.
• Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease.
• Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda. •
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables.


Inspecting Electrolyte Level
A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause
the battery to discharge quickly.
Inspect the electrolyte level at least once a
week. If it
’s low, remove the cap and add
enough distilled water to bring the level
between the upper and lower level
(illustration).
Don ’t overfill.

Examine the specific gravity of the
electrolyte with a hydrometer, especially
during cold weather. If it ’s low, recharge
the battery.
NOTE
Remove the battery cover before
performing battery maintenance.
Battery coverUpper level
Lower level
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Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
Specifications

Engine

Electrical System

Lubricant Quality
* Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-13.
Specifications
Item Model
2.0-liter engine 2.3-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore ×
Stroke 87.5 ×
83.1 mm (3.44 ×
3.27 in) 87.5 ×
94.0 mm (3.44 ×
3.70 in)
Displacement 1,999 ml (1,999 cc, 121.9 cu in) 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in)
Compression ratio 10.09.7
Item Classification
Battery 12V-40AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR, 12V-55AH/5HR
Alternator 12 V - 90 A
Starter 2.0-liter engine
12 V - 1.0 kW
2.3-liter engine 12 V - 1.4 kW
Spark-plug number NGK ITR6F 13
Spark-plug gap 1.25—1.35 mm (0.049 —0.053 in)
NOTE
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate coating
on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
Lubricant Classification
API Service ILSAC
Engine oil
*SL GF-III
Lubricant Classification
Manual transaxle 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 transaxle fluid ATF M-V
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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Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
Index
A
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-13
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-36
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-23
Antenna
............................................ 6-10
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-7
Warning light
.............................. 5-8
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-51
Ashtray
............................................. 6-40
Audio System
................................... 6-10
Audio control switch
................ 6-32
Audio set
................................... 6-17
Operating tips for audio
system
....................................... 6-10
Safety certification
.................... 6-34
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips
............................... 5-16
Fluid
.......................................... 8-20
Manual shift mode
.................... 5-13
Shift-lock override
.................... 5-12
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-12
Transaxle ranges
....................... 5-11
B
Battery Emergency starting
................... 7-15
Maintenance
............................. 8-28
Specifications
........................... 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder
............... 5-43
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-43
Seat belt warning beep
.............. 5-43
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep
........................................... 5-43
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-6
After getting in
........................... 4-6
Before getting in
......................... 4-6
B
Body Lubrication ............................. 8-22
Bottle Holder
.................................... 6-42
Brake/Clutch Fluid
.......................................... 8-18
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
....5-7
Brakes assist
................................5-8
Foot brake
................................... 5-4
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-6
Break-In Period
.................................. 4-7
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-36
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-5
Cargo Securing Loops
...................... 6-43
Cargo Sub-Compartment
................. 6-44
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-3
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-14
Center Console
................................. 6-43
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions
........ 2-21
Installing child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-25
LATCH child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-32
Child Safety Locks for Rear
Doors
.................................................. 3-9
Cigarette Lighter
.............................. 6-40
Climate Control System
.....................6-2
Gas specifications
..................... 10-6
Clock
................................................ 6-39
Cruise Control
.................................. 5-18
Cup Holder
....................................... 6-41
Customer Assistance
.......................... 9-2
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