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5Traction-Lok axles use 4.75–5.0 pints (2.2–2.4L) of rear axle lubricant.
Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Service refill
capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6
mm to 14 mm) 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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CELL PHONES
Use of cell phones and other devices by driver:
WARNING: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones,
computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices
by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a
number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s
hands. Use of these devices will cause the driver to be
distracted and could lead to a serious accident. If a passenger is
unable to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area
before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this
warning, use a hands-free system to at least allow the hands
free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or other
electrical device while the vehicle is moving and, instead,
concentrate on the full-time job of driving.
In addition, the gasoline distributors are warning against using
cell phones during refueling procedures, due to their increased
concern about static electricity fires in the self-service pump
environment.
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Accessories
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................146
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................76
and child safety seats ..............79
description ................................76
disposal ......................................82
driver air bag ............................80
indicator light ...........................82
operation ...................................80
passenger air bag .....................80
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................83
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................216
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................146–147
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................22
Single CD ..................................19
Audio system
(see Radio) ................18–19, 22, 26
Automatic dimming rear view
mirror ...........................................49
Automatic transmission ............150
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................151
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specification ..................245
Auxiliary power point .................48
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................244–245
refill capacities ........................241
traction lok ..............................149
B
Battery .......................................214acid, treating emergencies .....214
jumping a disabled battery ....172
maintenance-free ....................214
servicing ..................................214
Bed extender ..............................56
BeltMinder ...................................71
Brakes ........................................146
anti-lock ...........................146–147
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................147
fluid, checking and adding ....236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specifications .........244–245
lubricant
specifications ..................244–245
parking ....................................148
shift interlock ..........................150
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................39
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....241
Cassette tape player ...................22
Cell phone warning ...................249
Certification Label ....................247
Changing a tire .........................112
Child safety restraints ................89
child safety belts ......................89
Child safety seats ........................93
attaching with tether straps ....97
in front seat ..............................94
in rear seat ................................94
LATCH .....................................100
tether anchorage hardware .....97
Chimes (warning) .......................16
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............190
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L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................35
headlamps, flash to pass ..........36
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps .....................39–40
replacing bulbs ....... 39–40, 42–45
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
LATCH anchors .........................100
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........147
Limited slip axle
(see Traction-Lok) ....................149
Limp to Safety Cooling .............221
Load limits .................................126
Loading instructions .................131
Lubricant
specifications .....................244–245
Lug nuts ....................................116
Lumbar support, seats ...............63
M
Manual transmission .................153
fluid capacities ........................241
lubricant specifications ..........245
reverse .....................................154
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................49
fold away ...................................52
side view mirrors (power) .......52Motorcraft parts ........................229
O
Octane rating ............................227
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................209
Overdrive .....................................55
Overheating ...............................171
P
Parking brake ............................148
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................165
Power door locks ........................58
Power mirrors .............................52
Power point .................................48
Power steering ..........................149
fluid, checking and
adding ......................................235
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .........244–245
Power Windows ...........................48
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................149
R
Radio ..........................18–19, 22, 26
Single CD ..................................19
Relays ........................................161
Remote entry system .................59
illuminated entry ......................61
locking/unlocking doors .....58–59
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............75
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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................64, 66–67, 69
Safety defects, reporting ..........188
Safety restraints ..............64, 66–69
belt minder ...............................71
extension assembly ..................70
for adults .............................66–67
for children .........................88–89
safety belt maintenance ...........75
warning light and chime ..........71
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................100
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................97
Safety seats for children ............93
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............64
Seats ............................................62
child safety seats ......................93
Servicing your vehicle ..............203
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 ...................................27
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs, specifications .......246
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................244–245
Speed control ..............................52
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......144
Starting your
vehicle ........................141–142, 144jump starting ..........................172
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................47
Stereo
Single CD ..................................19
T
Tether anchors ............................97
Tilt steering wheel ......................47
Tires ...........................106–107, 112
alignment ................................123
care ..........................................121
changing ..........................112–113
checking the pressure ............109
inspecting and inflating .........109
label .........................................121
replacing ..................................111
rotating ....................................124
safety practices .......................122
sidewall information ...............117
snow tires and chains ............125
spare tire .................................112
terminology .............................107
tire grades ...............................107
treadwear ........................106, 121
Towing .......................................131
recreational towing .................139
trailer towing ..........................131
wrecker ....................................177
Traction-lok rear axle ...............149
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................240
Transmission
automatic operation ...............150
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....150
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................239
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
lubricant specifications ..244–245
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manual operation ....................153
Turn signal ..................................38
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................246
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................248
Vehicle loading ..........................126
camper bodies ........................140
Ventilating your vehicle ...........146
W
Warning chimes ...........................16Warning lights (see Lights)
.......12
Washer fluid
..............................208
Water, Driving through
.............159
Windows
power
.........................................48
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................46
checking and adding fluid
.....208
checking and cleaning
..............46
replacing wiper blades
.............47
Wrecker towing
.........................177
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