2005 MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES brake fluid

Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped)
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.
3. Assure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toLubricant
specificationsin this chapter.
DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal
joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary.
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CHECKING AND ADDING REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.
3. Assure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toLubricant
Specificationsin this chapter.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Mazda Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Mazda SAE 5W-
20 Premium
Motor Oil2.3L engine 3.8L (4.0
quarts.)
3.0L V6 engines 4.3L (4.5
quarts)
Mazda SAE 5W-
30 Premium
Motor Oil4.0L V6 engine 4.7L (5.0
quarts)
Brake fluid DOT 3 Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
6
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5Traction-Lok axles use 2.2–2.4L (4.75–5.0 pints) of rear axle lubricant.
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Service refill
capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4
inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
6Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake
components are replaced. Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not
trigger the brake warning light are within the normal operating range,
there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal
operating range, the performance of your brake system could be
compromised, seek service from your local Mazda dealer immediately.
LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Mazda part name or equivalent
Front axle (4X4)SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle
Lubricant
Rear axleSAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle
Lubricant
1
Brake fluid and clutch fluid (if
equipped)High Performance DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake Fluid
4
Door weather strips Silicone Lubricant
Engine coolant Mazda Premium Engine Coolant3
Engine oil 2.3L I4 and 3.0L V6
enginesSAE 5W-20 Motor Oil
Engine oil 4.0L V6 engines SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil
Hinges, door checks, latches,
striker plates, fuel filler door hinge
and seat tracksMulti-Purpose Grease
Transmission /steering/parking
brake linkages and pivots, brake
and clutch pedal shaft, clutch pilot
bearing and input shaft spline
(manual transmission).Premium Long-Life Grease
Power steering fluid, transfer case
fluid (4X4) and transmission fluid
(manual)MERCON
AT F
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Item Mazda part name or equivalent
Automatic transmission (5R44E
and 5R55E)MERCON
VATF2
Windshield washer fluidUltra-clear Windshield Washer
Concentrate
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. If submerged in
water, the rear axle lubricant should be changed.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON
and MERCON
V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Refer to yourService Maintenance
Sectionto determine the correct service interval.
3Do not mix different types or colors of engine coolant.
4Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake
components are replaced. Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not
trigger the brake warning light are within the normal operating range,
there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal
operating range, the performance of your brake system could be
compromised, seek service from your local Mazda dealer immediately.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35mm)0.042–0.046 inch
(1.07–1.17mm)0.052–0.054 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio9.7:1 9.14:1 9.7:1
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................145
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................75
and child safety seats ..............78
description ................................75
disposal ......................................81
driver air bag ............................79
indicator light ...........................80
operation ...................................79
passenger air bag .....................79
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................81
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................215
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................145–146
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................22
Single CD ..................................19
Audio system
(see Radio) ................18–19, 22, 26
Automatic dimming rear view
mirror ...........................................48
Automatic transmission ............149
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................150
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
fluid, specification ..................244
Auxiliary power point .................47
Axle
lubricant specifications ..243–244
refill capacities ........................240
traction lok ..............................148
B
Battery .......................................213acid, treating emergencies .....213
jumping a disabled battery ....170
maintenance-free ....................213
servicing ..................................213
Bed extender ..............................55
BeltMinder ...................................70
Brakes ........................................145
anti-lock ...........................145–146
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................146
fluid, checking and adding ....235
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
fluid, specifications .........243–244
lubricant specifications ..243–244
parking ....................................147
shift interlock ..........................149
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................38
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....240
Cassette tape player ...................22
Cell phone warning ...................248
Certification Label ....................246
Changing a tire .........................110
Child safety restraints ................87
child safety belts ......................87
Child safety seats ........................91
attaching with tether straps ....95
in front seat ..............................92
in rear seat ................................92
LATCH .......................................98
tether anchorage hardware .....95
Chimes (warning) .......................16
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............188
instrument panel ....................191
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L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
daytime running light ...............34
fog lamps ...................................34
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........35
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps .....................38–39
replacing bulbs ....... 38–39, 41–44
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................37
LATCH anchors ...........................98
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........146
Limited slip axle (see
Traction-Lok) ............................148
Limp to Safety Cooling .............220
Load limits .................................125
Loading instructions .................129
Lubricant specifications ...243–244
Lug nuts ....................................115
Lumbar support, seats ...............62
M
Manual transmission .................152
fluid capacities ........................240
lubricant specifications ..........244
reverse .....................................153
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................48
fold away ...................................51
side view mirrors (power) .......51
Motorcraft parts ........................227O
Octane rating ............................226
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................207
Overdrive .....................................54
Overheating ...............................169
P
Parking brake ............................147
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................163
Power door locks ........................57
Power mirrors .............................51
Power point .................................47
Power steering ..........................148
fluid, checking and adding ....233
fluid, refill capacity ................240
fluid, specifications .........243–244
Power Windows ...........................47
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................148
R
Radio ..........................18–19, 22, 26
Single CD ..................................19
Relays ........................................160
Remote entry system .................58
illuminated entry ......................60
locking/unlocking doors .....57–58
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............74
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................63, 65–66, 68
Safety defects, reporting ..........186
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Safety restraints ..............63, 65–68
belt minder ...............................70
extension assembly ..................69
for adults .............................65–66
for children .........................86–87
safety belt maintenance ...........74
warning light and chime ..........70
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ........................................98
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................95
Safety seats for children ............91
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............63
Seats ............................................61
child safety seats ......................91
Servicing your vehicle ..............201
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs, specifications .......245
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................243–244
Speed control ..............................51
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......144
Starting your
vehicle ........................140–141, 143
jump starting ..........................170
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................46Stereo
Single CD ..................................19
T
Tether anchors ............................95
Tilt steering wheel ......................46
Tires ...........................104–105, 110
alignment ................................122
care ..........................................120
changing ..........................110, 112
checking the pressure ............107
inspecting and inflating .........106
label .........................................120
replacing ..................................109
rotating ....................................123
safety practices .......................121
sidewall information ...............116
snow tires and chains ............124
spare tire .........................110–111
terminology .............................105
tire grades ...............................105
treadwear ........................104, 120
Towing .......................................130
recreational towing .................138
trailer towing ..........................130
wrecker ....................................176
Traction-lok rear axle ...............148
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................239
Transmission
automatic operation ...............149
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....149
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................238
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
lubricant specifications ..243–244
manual operation ....................152
Turn signal ..................................37
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................245
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