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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toRefill
capacitiesin this chapter.
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
40°F (4.5°C), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection.
Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase
the risk of injury or accident.
NOTE:State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze
additive. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should
be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
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•If the oil level is below the MIN or ADD mark, add enough oil to raise
the level within the MIN–MAX or ADD-FULL range.
•2.3L I4engine
•3.0L DOHC V6 engine
•Oil levels above the MAX or FULL mark may cause engine damage.
Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only
certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine
oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
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wheels ......................................211
wiper blades ............................213
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............31
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................26
AM/FM/CD .................................22
Clutch
fluid ..................................249, 251
operation while driving ..........172
recommended shift speeds ....173
Console ........................................55
overhead ....................................46
Controls
power seat .................................72
Coolant
checking and adding ..............232
refill capacities ................236, 253
specifications ..........................255
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer
Assistance ..................199–200, 202
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................33
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................249
engine oil .................................226
Door locks ...................................58
Driving under special
conditions ..................171, 177, 180
sand .........................................178
snow and ice ...........................181
through water .................179, 182E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................191
Emission control system ..........246
Engine ........................................256
cleaning ...................................211
coolant .....................................232
fail-safe coolant ......................237
idle speed control ...................230
lubrication specifications .......255
refill capacities ........................253
service points ..................224–225
Engine block heater .................161
Engine oil ..................................226
checking and adding ..............226
dipstick ....................................226
filter, specifications ................229
recommendations ...................229
refill capacities ........................253
specifications ..........................255
Exhaust fumes ..........................161
F
Fail safe cooling ........................237
Fluid capacities .........................253
Foglamps .....................................33
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road ...............175–176
indicator light .........................175
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................166
Fuel ............................................238
calculating fuel economy .......243
cap ...........................................242
capacity ...................................253
choosing the right fuel ...........240
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daytime running light ...............33
fog lamps ...................................33
headlamps .................................33
headlamps, flash to pass ..........34
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps .....................37–38
replacing bulbs .............38, 40–42
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................37
Liftgate ........................................56
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........164
Load limits .................................145
Loading instructions .................152
Locks
childproof ..................................60
doors ..........................................58
Lubricant specifications ...........255
Lug nuts ....................................135
Luggage rack ...............................57
Lumbar support, seats .........71–72
M
Manual transaxle .......................172
fluid, checking and adding ....251
reverse .....................................173
Manual transmission
fluid capacities ........................253
Mirrors ...................................47, 50
fold away ...................................50
heated ........................................50
side view mirrors (power) .......50
Moon roof ....................................54
Motorcraft parts ........................243
O
Octane rating ............................241Oil (see Engine oil) ..................226
Overdrive ...................................168
Overheating ...............................190
P
Parking .......................................174
Parking brake ............................164
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................79
Passive anti-theft system
(PATS) .........................................65
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................188
Power door locks ........................58
Power mirrors .............................50
Power point .................................48
Power Seats .................................72
Power steering ..........................165
fluid, checking and adding ....248
fluid, refill capacity ................253
fluid, specifications .................255
Power Windows ...........................48
Preparing to drive your vehicle 166
R
Rear window defroster ...............32
Relays ........................................184
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ................64–65
Roof rack .....................................57
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............92
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