2005 MAZDA MODEL SPEED MX-5 MIATA transmission

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Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Government and local laws must be
followed.
A towed vehicle usually should have its
rear wheels off the ground. If excessive
damage or other conditions prevent this,
use wheel dollies.
Wheel dollies
CAUTION
Don't tow the vehicle pointed forward
with driving wheels on the ground. This
may cause internal damage to the
transmission.
CAUTION
Don't tow with sling-type equipment.
This could damage your vehicle. Use
wheel-lift or flatbed equipment.
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In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Towing
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Tiedown Hooks
CAUTION
Don't use the tiedown hooks under the
front and rear for towing.
They are designed ONLY for tying
down the vehicle when it's being
transported. Using them for towing will
damage the bumper.
qTiedown Hooks-Front
qTiedown Hooks-Rear
Recreational Towing
An example of “recreational towing ”is
towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.
The transmission is not designed for
towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
When doing recreational towing refer to
“ Towing Description ”(page 7-16) and
“ Tiedown Hooks ”(page 7-17) and
carefully follow the instructions.
In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Towing
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8Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2
Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (North America) ................................. 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America) ..................... 8-8
Owner Maintenance ................................................................... 8-12 Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................ 8-12
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 8-13
Engine Compartment Overview .............................................. 8-14
Engine Oil ............................................................................... 8-15
Engine Coolant ....................................................................... 8-18
Brake Fluid ............................................................................. 8-20
Clutch Fluid ............................................................................ 8-21
Power Steering Fluid ............................................................... 8-22
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ..................................... 8-23
Washer Fluid ........................................................................... 8-25
Body Lubrication .................................................................... 8-26
Air Filter .................................................................................. 8-26
Wiper Blades ........................................................................... 8-27
Battery ..................................................................................... 8-29
Tires ........................................................................................ 8-30
Light Bulbs ............................................................................. 8-34
Fuses ....................................................................................... 8-38
Appearance Care ........................................................................ 8-42 How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage .................... 8-42
Exterior Care ........................................................................... 8-44
Interior Care ............................................................................ 8-48
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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48
×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I
Disc brakes I I I I
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)
Steering operation and linkages I I
Manual transmission oil R
Rear differential oil R
Front and rear suspension ball joints I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 60 months
All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L
Chart symbols
I: Inspect: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
L: Lubricate
Remarks
* According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I
Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I IIIIII
Disc brakes IIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles)
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I IIIII
Steering operation and linkages II
Power steering fluid level I I I I I I IIIIII
Manual transmission oil RR
Rear differential oil RR
Front and rear suspension ball joints II
Driveshaft dust boots II
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 60 months
All locks and hinges L L L L L LLLLLLL
Washer fluid level I I I I I I IIIIII
Chart symbols
I:Inspect:Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
L: Lubricate
Remarks
* According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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MaintenanceInterval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96
×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
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake pedals and clutch pedals I I I IIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I
Clutch fluid I I IIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake fluid
*6IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Parking brake I I I IIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit and hoses I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I IIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid and lines I I I IIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and gear housing I I I I I I I I
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 I I I I I I I I
Drive shaft dust boots IIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T T T T T
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion and perforation)
(except Australian model) Inspect annually
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Owner Maintenance Schedule
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.
qWhen Refueling
lBrake and clutch fluid level (page 8-20)
lEngine coolant level (page 8-18)
lEngine oil level (page 8-16)
lWasher fluid level (page 8-25)
qAt Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures (page 8-31)
qAt Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
lAutomatic transmission fluid level (page 8-23)
lPower steering fluid level (page 8-22)
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.
lAir filter (page 8-26)
lEngine coolant (page 8-18)
lEngine oil (page 8-16)
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Owner Maintenance
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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)
Engine coolant
reservoir Washer fluid reservoir (TypeB)
The battery is in the trunk
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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