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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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interior .....................................191
interior trim ............................191
Mazda car care products .......192
plastic parts ............................190
washing ....................................187
waxing .....................................187
wheels ......................................188
wiper blades ............................190
Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
Single CD ..................................19
Clutch
fluid ..........................................235
operation while driving ..........152
recommended shift speeds ....153
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................50
set zone adjustment .................49
Compass/temperature display ...48
Console ........................................55
Coolant
checking and adding ..............215
refill capacities ................219, 240
specifications ..................243–244
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer
Assistance ..................177–178, 180
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................34
Dipstick
engine oil .................................207Doors
lubricant specifications ..........243
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................239
Driving under special
conditions ..................154, 156–157
mud ..........................................157
sand .........................................157
snow and ice ...........................158
through water .................157–158
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................170
Emergency Flashers .................159
Emission control system ..........231
Engine ........................................245
cleaning ...................................188
coolant .....................................215
idle speed control ...................213
limp to safety cooling .............220
lubrication
specifications ..................243–244
refill capacities ........................240
service points ..................203–205
starting after a collision .........159
Engine block heater .................144
Engine oil ..................................207
checking and adding ..............207
dipstick ....................................207
filter, specifications ................211
recommendations ...................211
refill capacities ........................240
specifications ..................243–244
Exhaust fumes ..........................145
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....221
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