2004 MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA brake fluid

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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
I:Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
T: Tighten
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CHASSIS and BODY
*5 This is a full function check of electrical systems such as lights, wiper and washer systems (including wiper blades), and power windows.
*6 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 miles
6.25 12.5 18.752531.25 37.5 43.755056.25 62.5 68.757581.25 87.5 93.75100
Evaporative system IIIIIIII
All electrical system
*5IIIIIIII
Brake pedals and clutch pedals IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and
connections IIIIIIII
Clutch fluid IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake fluid
*6IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Parking brake IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit and hoses IIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid and lines IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and gear
housing IIIIIIII
Steering linkages, tie rod ends
and arms IIIIIIII
Manual transmission oil R
Rear differential oil RR
Front and rear suspension and
ball joints IIII
Automatic transmission fluid
level IIIIIIII
Drive shaft dust boots IIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and
body TTTTTTTT
Body condition (for rust,
corrosion and perforation)
(except Australian model) Inspect annually
Exhaust system heat shields Inspect every 80,000 km (50,000 miles)
Tire (including spare tire)(with
inflation pressure adjustment) IIIIIIII
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Maintenance and Care
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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 8-22)


At Least Monthly
• Tire inflation pressures (page 8-28)


At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
• Automatic transmission fluid level (page 8-21)
• Power steering fluid level (page 8-20)
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 8-24)
• Engine coolant (page 8-15)
• Engine oil (page 8-14)
Owner Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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. 8S15-EA-03G

Inspecting Brake Fluid Level
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with
accumulated distance, a condition
associated with wear of brake linings. If it
is excessively low, have the brake system
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

Adding Brake Fluid
If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it
reaches MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the
area around the cap.
Brake Fluid
Spilled Brake Fluid:
Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it
gets in your eyes, they could be
seriously injured. If this happens,
immediately flush your eyes with
water and get medical attention.
Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine
could cause a fire. Be careful not to
spill brake fluid on yourself or on the
engine.
Low Brake Fluid Levels:
Low brake fluid levels are dangerous.
Low levels could signal brake lining
wear or a brake system leak. Your
brakes could fail and cause an
accident. If you find a low fluid level,
have the brakes inspected.
• Brake fluid will damage painted
surfaces. If brake fluid does get on
a painted surface, wipe it off
immediately.
• Using nonspecified brake fluids
(page 10-4) will damage the system.
Mixing different fluids will also
damage it.
If the brake system frequently
requires new fluid, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
CAUTION
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G

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. 3. Remove the filler cap and attached
dipstick.
4. Wipe them clean and put them back.
5. Remove again and inspect the level.
6. It must be between H and L. Add fluid if necessary.
Don ’t overfill.
If new fluid is required frequently, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Power 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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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S15-EA-03G

Inspecting Automatic
Transmission Fluid Level
The automatic transmission fluid level
should be inspected regularly. Measure it
as described below.
The volume of fluid changes with the
temperature. For that reason, it is best to
examine the level after having driven the
vehicle for 15 minutes. If necessary,
however, it can also be inspected without
driving when the outside temperature is
above 20
°C (70 °F).
1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly.
2. Idle the engine. Push down on the brake pedal.
3. Move the shift lever through all ranges and set it at P. 4. With the engine still idling, pull out the
dipstick, wipe it clean.
5. Put the dipstick back into the filler tube and make sure it is fully seated.
6. Pull the dipstick out and read the fluid level.
The proper fluid level is marked on the
dipstick as follows.
Fluid hot scale
When checking the fluid level at normal
operating temperature, the fluid level
should be within the FULL and LOW
marks on the dipstick.
Automatic Transmission
Fluid (ATF)
• Low fluid level causes transmission
slippage. Overfilling can cause
foaming, loss of fluid, and
transmission malfunction.
• Use specified fluid (page 10-4). A
nonspecified fluid could result in
transmission malfunction and
failure.
• The vehicle should not be driven if
the fluid level is below the bottom
of the dipstick and the outside
temperature is above 20
°C (70° F),
or if evident automatic transmission
fluid leaks are found.
CAUTION
Sudden Vehicle Movement:
Shifting the shift lever without first
depressing the brake pedal is
dangerous. The vehicle could move
suddenly and cause an accident.
Make sure the brake pedal is applied
before shifting the shift lever.
WARNING
FULL
LOW Fluid
cold
scale
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Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
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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Form No. 8S15-EA-03G
Index
A
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-12
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-20
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-24
Antenna
.............................................. 6-9
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-7
Warning light
.............................. 5-8
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-40
Ashtray
............................................. 6-60
Audio System
..................................... 6-9
Audio set
......................... 6-17, 6-37
Operating tips for
audio system
............................... 6-9
Safety certification
.................... 6-58
Automatic Transmission Driving tips
............................... 5-14
Fluid
.......................................... 8-21
Overdrive
.................................. 5-13
Shift-lock override
.................... 5-12
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-12
Transmission ranges
................. 5-11
B
Battery Emergency starting
................... 7-13
Maintenance
............................. 8-27
Specifications
........................... 10-4
Beeps Ignition key reminder
............... 5-30
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-30
Seat belt warning beep
.............. 5-30
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-5
After getting in
........................... 4-5
Before getting in
......................... 4-5
Body Lubrication
............................. 8-23
B
Brake Fluid
.......................................... 8-18
Brakes Anti-lock brake system
(ABS)
.......................................... 5-7
Foot brake
................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator
...................... 5-8
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-6
Break-In Period
.................................. 4-6
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-32
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-4
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-3
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-13
Center Console
................................. 6-62
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions
........ 2-13
LATCH child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-18
Cigarette Lighter
.............................. 6-60
Climate Control System
.....................6-2
Gas specification
....................... 10-5
Clutch Fluid
.......................................... 8-19
Convertible Top
............................... 3-18
Cruise Control
.................................. 5-15
Cup Holder
....................................... 6-61
Customer Assistance
.......................... 9-2
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