Interior Care
qDashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it.
If these solutions get on the dashboard,
wipe them off immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discoloration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
qCleaning the Upholstery and
Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leatherí
Real leather isn't uniform and may have
scars, scratches, and wrinkles. Clean it
with a leather cleaner or mild soap.
Wipe it with a dampsoft cloth; then dry
and buff it with a drysoft cloth.
Fabricí
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean it with a mild soap solution good
for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh
spots immediately with a fabric spot
cleaner. To keep the fabric looking clean and
fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color
will be affected, it can be stained easily,
and its fire-resistance may be reduced.
CAUTION
Use only recommended cleaners and
procedures. Others may affect
appearance and fire-resistance.
q
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt
Webbing
Clean the webbing with a mild soap
solution recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Follow instructions. Don't bleach
or dye the webbing; this may weaken it.
After cleaning the belts, thoroughly dry
the belt webbing and make sure there is
no remaining moisture before retracting
them.
WARNING
Damaged Seat Belt:
Using damaged seat belts is
dangerous. In a collision, damaged
belts cannot provide adequate
protection. Have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer replace damaged belts
immediately.
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Maintenance and Care
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Appearance Care
qCleaning the Window Interiors
If the windows become covered with an
oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them
with glass cleaner. Follow the directions
on the container.
CAUTION
Don't scrape or scratch the inside of the
rear window. You may damage the rear
window defroster grid.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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Specifications
qEngine
Item Specification
2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in)
Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in)
Compression ratio 9.7 10.0
q Electrical System
Item Classification
Battery 12V-50AH/5HR
Alternator 2.3-liter engine 12 V - 90 A
3.0-liter engine 12 V - 110 A
Starter 12 V - 1.4 kW
Spark-plug number 2.3-liter engine L303 18 110
*
3.0-liter engine AJ57 18 110*
Spark-plug gap
2.3-liter engine 1.25
―1.35 mm (0.049 ―0.053 in)
3.0-liter engine 1.29 ―1.45 mm (0.051 ―0.057 in)
* ex factory
q Lubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers
on page 8-10.
Manual transmission
oil 2.3-liter engine
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
3.0-liter engine API Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.3-liter engine ATF M-V
3.0-liter engine ATF T-IV
Power steering fluid ATF M-III, M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake fluid SAE J1703, or FMVSS116 DOT-3
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Specifications
qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Unit
L US qt Imp qt
Engine oil 2.3-liter
engine
With oil filter replacement 4.3 4.5 3.8
Without oil filter
replacement
3.9 4.1 3.4
3.0-liter
engine With oil filter replacement 5.7 6.0 5.0
Without oil filter
replacement
5.2 5.5 4.6
Coolant 2.3-liter engine 7.0 7.4 6.2
3.0-liter engine 8.5 9.0 7.5
Manual transaxle oil 2.3-liter engine 2.87 3.0 2.5
3.0-liter engine 2.3 2.4 2.0
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.3-liter engine 7.2 7.6 6.3
3.0-liter engine 7.0 7.4 6.1
Fuel tank 68 18.0 (US gal) 15.0
(Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
q Dimensions
Item Specification
Overall length Sedan 4,745 mm (186.8 in)
5-Door 4,745 mm
*3(186.8 in), 4,765 mm*4(187.6 in)
Sport Wagon 4,770 mm*3(187.8 in), 4,785 mm*4(188.4 in)
Overall width 1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Overall height Sedan/5-Door 1,440 mm (56.7 in)
Sport Wagon 1,455 mm (57.3 in)
Front tread 1,540mm
*1(60.6in), 1,530mm*2(60.2in)
Rear tread 1,540mm*1(60.6in), 1,530mm*2(60.2in)
Wheelbase 2,675 mm (105.3 in)
*1 16 inch wheel vehicle
*2 17 inch wheel vehicle
*3 Without license plate holder
*4 With license plate holder
Specifications
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D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-26
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-39
DefrosterRear window .............................. 5-42
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ......................................... 3-7
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-10
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-7 Automatic transaxle ................... 5-15
Break-in period ............................ 4-7
Driving in flooded area .............. 4-10
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-8
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-7
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-8
Winter driving .............................. 4-9
E
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-16Flooded engine ........................... 7-16
Jump-starting .............................. 7-17
Push-starting .............................. 7-19
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-20
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
Engine Coolant ....................................... 8-13
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-5
Hood release .............................. 3-26
Oil .............................................. 8-10
Overheating ................................ 7-14
Starting ......................................... 5-3
Engine Compartment Overview .......... 8-9
Engine Coolant Overheating ................................ 7-14
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-25
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-5
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-49
F
Flasher Hazard warning .......................... 5-44
Headlights .................................. 5-38
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3
Changing ...................................... 7-8
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids
Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ..................... 8-7
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-40
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-4
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-5
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel
Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-24
Gauge ......................................... 5-26
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-42 Panel description ........................ 8-44
Replacement ............................... 8-42
G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-52
H
Hatch ................................................. 3-10Luggage compartment cover ...... 3-11
Luggage strap ............................. 3-11
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-44
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-8
Index
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S
Storage Compartments ...................... 6-51Cargo securing loops .................. 6-53
Cargo sub-compartment ............. 6-54
Center box .................................. 6-52
Center console ............................ 6-52
Glove box ................................... 6-52
Overhead console ....................... 6-51
Storage box ................................ 6-53
Storage pocket ............................ 6-52
Storage Pocket .................................. 6-52
Sunshade ........................................... 3-28
Sunvisors .......................................... 6-43
T
Tachometer ........................................ 5-25
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-31
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-32
Tires
Flat tire ......................................... 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-30
Replacement ............................... 8-31
Rotation ...................................... 8-30
Snow tires .................................... 4-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Tire chains .................................... 4-9
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-16
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing Description ................................. 7-20
Emergency towing ..................... 7-20
Recreational towing ................... 7-21
Trailer towing ............................. 4-11
T
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-20
TCS indicator light ..................... 5-21
TCS OFF indicator light ............ 5-21
TCS OFF switch ........................ 5-21
Trailer Towing ................................... 4-11
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-24
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-18
Trunk Light ....................................... 3-20
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-39
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-43
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-27 seat belt ...................................... 5-32
ABS ............................................ 5-31
Air bag system ........................... 5-31
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-33
Brake system .............................. 5-29
Charging system ......................... 5-30
Check engine .............................. 5-30
Door-ajar .................................... 5-33
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-30
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-31
Low fuel ..................................... 5-32
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-33
Warranty .............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-20
Weights ............................................. 10-6
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-32
Windows
Power windows .......................... 3-22
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-41
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Index