2004 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR steering

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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Schedule 1
I
: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
L : Lubricate
ENGINE
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
CHASSIS and BODY
*1:According to state / provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at
the recommended time or mileage / kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Maintenance Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers (miles), whichever comes first)Months 6 12182430364248
× 1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
× 1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
Engine valve clearance A u d i b l e i n s p e c t e v e r y 1 2 0 , 0 0 0 k m ( 7 5 , 0 0 0 m i l e s ) ,
if noisy, adjust
Drive belts (tension) I
Engine oil RRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter RRRRRRRR
Cooling system II
Engine coolant Replace at first 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 4 years ;
after that, every 2 years
Air filter R
Fuel lines and hoses
*1II
Hoses and tubes for emission*1I
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Brake lines, hoses and connections II
Disc brakes IIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 12,000km (7,500miles)
Steering operation and linkages II
Front and rear suspension and ball joints II
Driveshaft dust boots II
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000km (45,000miles) or 60 months
All locks and hinges LLLLLLLL
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Scheduled Maintenance
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I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
L : Lubricate
CHASSIS and BODY
Maintenance Interval
(Number of months or kilometers (miles),
whichever comes first)Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
× 1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
× 1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Brake lines, hoses and connections II
Brake and clutch fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIII
Tire (rotation) Rotate every 8,000km (5,000miles)
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages II
Power steering fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
Front and rear suspension and ball
joints II
Driveshaft dust boots II
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000km (45,000miles) or 60 months
All locks and hinges LLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
C : Clean
*1:Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
*2: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the engine oil and oil filter more often than recommended intervals.
a) Driving in dusty conditions
b) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
c) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only.
*3:If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air filter more often than the recommended intervals.
*4:If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extremely humid climates, change the brake fluid annually.
Maintenance
Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers
(miles), whichever comes first)Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
× 1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.518.752531.2537.543.755056.2562.568.757581.2587.593.75100
Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000km (75,000miles), if noisy, adjust
Drive belts
*1IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Engine oil*2RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter*2RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Cooling system IIIIIIII
Engine coolant Replace every 2 years
Air filter
*3CCRCCRCC
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Fuel filter RRRR
Fuel lines and hoses IIIIIIII
Evaporative system
(if installed) IIIIIIII
Battery electrolyte level and
specific gravity IIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and
connections IIIIIIII
Brake fluid
*4IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Parking brake IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit
(Brake booster) and hoses IIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
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Scheduled Maintenance
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I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
T : Tighten
*5:This is a full function check of electrical systems such as lights, wiper and washer systems (including wiper blades), and power windows.
Maintenance
Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers
(miles), whichever comes first)Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
× 1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.518.752531.2537.543.755056.2562.568.757581.2587.593.75100
Power steering fluid, lines,
hoses and connections IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and
linkage IIIIIIII
Manual transaxle oil R
Automatic transaxle fluid
level IIIIIIII
Front and rear suspension and
ball joints IIII
Driveshaft dust boots IIII
Exhaust system and heat
shields Inspect every 80,000km (50,000miles)
Bolts and nuts on chassis and
body TTTTTTTT
All electrical system
*5IIIIIIII
Body condition (for rust,
corrosion and perforation) Inspect annually
Tires (including spare
tire)(with inflation pressure
adjustment) IIIIIIII
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Maintenance and Care
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
Owner Maintenance
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.

When Refueling
• Brake and clutch fluid level (page 8-18)
• Engine coolant level (page 8-15)
• Engine oil level (page 8-13)
• Washer fluid level (page 8-21)


At Least Monthly
• Tire inflation pressures (page 8-31)


At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
• Automatic transaxle fluid level (page 8-20)
• Power steering fluid level (page 8-19)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical
ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
• Air filter (page 8-23)
• Engine coolant (page 8-15)
• Engine oil (page 8-14)
Owner Maintenance Schedule
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Owner Maintenance
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Engine Compartment Overview
Engine oil
dipstick
Fuse block
Air filter
Battery
Brake/Clutch fluid
reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
Engine coolant
reservoir
Windshield washer
fluid reservoir
Power steering
fluid reservoir
Main fuse
Automatic transaxle fluid-level
dipstick (only for automatic transaxle)
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Inspecting Power Steering Fluid
Level
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at
each engine oil change with the engine off
and cold. Add fluid if necessary; it does
not require periodic changing.
The level must be kept between MIN and
MAX.
Visually examine the lines and hoses for
leaks and damage.
If new fluid is required frequently, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
•
Brake and clutch fluid will damage
painted surfaces. If brake or clutch
fluid does get on a painted surface,
wipe it off immediately.
• Using nonspecified brake and clutch
fluids (page 10-4) 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.
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
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Replacing a TireIf a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will
appear as a solid band across the tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.
You should replace it before the band is
across the entire tread.

Temporary Spare Tire
Inspect the temporary spare tire at least
monthly to make sure it
’s properly
inflated and stored.
The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction. It is
lighter and smaller than a conventional
tire and should be used only for an
emergency and only for a short distance.
Use the temporary only until the
conventional tire is repaired, which should
be as soon as possible.
Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2 kgf/
cm
2 or bar, 60 psi).
Worn Tires:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
Always use tires that are in good
condition.
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
When replacing/repairing the tires or
wheels or both, have the work done by
an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the
tire pressure sensors may be damaged.
NOTE
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
• When tires with steel wire
reinforcement in the sidewalls are
used, the system may not function
correctly even with a genuine
wheel. (page 5-24)
• Be sure to install the tire pressure
sensors whenever tires or wheels are
replaced. (page 5-24)
WARNING
CAUTIONNew tread
Worn tread
Tread wear indicator
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