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²4.0L Engine
² Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are
available from your dealer.
² For routine cleaning, use cool or lukewarm water with a neutral pH
shampoo.
² If tar or grease spots are present, use Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil
Remover (0000±77±410E-01), available at your authorized Mazda
dealer.
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be
cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the
vehicle's glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include
hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellant
coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants
may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and
smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips:
² The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with
a non-abrasive cleaner such as Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner
(0000±77±400E-01 and 0000±77±400E-02), available from your
authorized Mazda dealer.
² The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or a
windshield washer concentrate. This washer fluid concentrate contains
CIMS #1001625
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itdseq=250
CIMS #1001626
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a special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
² Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
² Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth, or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner
(0000±77±430E-15).
² Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid
contamination of the airbag system.
² Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
INTERIOR TRIM
² Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth; you may also use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner
(0000±77±430E-15).
² Do not use household or glass cleaners, as these may damage the
finish.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, and safety belts:
² Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
² Remove light stains and soil with Upholstery Cleaner and Spot
Remover (0000±77±430E-01), available at your authorized Mazda
dealer.
² If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Spot and Stain Remover (0000±77±410E-01), available at your
authorized Mazda dealer.
CIMS #1521418
com_inst-panel.mazda
itdseq=252
CIMS #1521417
com_woodtone.mazda itdseq=253
CIMS #1129642
com_fabric.mazfly-no itdseq=254
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²Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell or exhaust
fumes in the vehicle.
² Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased
steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel, or change in the
straight ahead position.
² Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or ªpullsº to one side
when traveling on a smooth, level road.
² When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel or ªhard to pushº brake pedal.
² If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occur,
check the transmission fluid level.
² Check automatic transmission Park function.
² Check parking brake.
At least monthly
² Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
² Check tires for wear and proper air pressure.
² Check engine oil level.
² Check coolant level in the coolant reservoir.
² Check washer fluid level.
At least twice a year (for example, every spring and fall)
² Check power steering fluid level.
² Check clutch fluid level (if equipped).
² Check and clean body and door drain holes.
² Check and lubricate all hinges, latches, and outside locks.
² Check and lubricate door rubber weather strips.
² Check parking brake for proper operation.
² Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function.
² Check air pressure in spare tire.
² Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid.
² Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for
operation.
² Check cooling system fluid level and verify coolant specific gravity is
correct for summer or winter conditions.
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
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 specification . Do not use any
special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug
wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
Refer toRefill capacities in this chapter.
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.
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
40É F (4.5ÉC), 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: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES
If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and
wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the
blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.
WASHERFLUIDONLY
RADIATOR
COOLANT ONLY
CIMS #232781
com_windshield_fluid itdseq=269
CIMS #918793
com_wash_fluid.mbs itdseq=270
CIMS #1123866
com_check_wipers.mbs itdseq=271
art=ranmc301_b
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Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem
less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments
used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an
angle from the wiper arm. Push
the lock pin manually to release
the blade and pull the wiper
blade down toward the
windshield to remove it from
the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into
place until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in theCleaning
chapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
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.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual
transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
CIMS #959871
com_chnge_blades.fly itdseq=272
CIMS #52549 com_oil itdseq=273
CIMS #1127536
com_chk-oil.maztrk itdseq=274
art=dnomc009_a
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Mazda car care products .......205
plastic parts ............................203
washing ....................................200
waxing .....................................200
wheels ......................................201
wiper blades ............................203
Clock adjust AM/FM Stereo ...........................19
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....24
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................28
Single CD ..................................21
Clutch fluid ..........................................246
operation while driving ..........153
recommended shift speeds ....153
Console ........................................48
Coolant checking and adding ..............228
refill capacities ................233, 251
specifications ..................254±255
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................50
Customer Assistance .......189±190, 192
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................36
Dipstick engine oil .................................220
Doors lubricant specifications ..........254
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................250
Driving under special
conditions ..................155, 158, 160 mud ..........................................159
sand .........................................159
snow and ice ...........................160
through water .................159, 161
E
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................183
Emergency Flashers .................162
Emission control system ..........242
Engine ........................................256 cleaning ...................................201
coolant .....................................228
idle speed control ...................226
lubrication specifications 254±255
refill capacities ........................251
service points ..................216±218
starting after a collision .........162
Engine block heater .................145
Engine oil ..................................220 checking and adding ..............220
dipstick ....................................220
filter, specifications ................224
recommendations ...................224
refill capacities ........................251
specifications ..................254±255
Exhaust fumes ..........................144
F
Fluid capacities .........................251
Foglamps .....................................37
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......155 driving off road .......................157
electronic shift ........................156
indicator light .........................155
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................148
Fuel ............................................234
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Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................219
Water, Driving through .............161
Windowspower .........................................49 Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................47
checking and adding fluid .....219
checking and cleaning ............219
replacing wiper blades ...........220
Wrecker towing .........................188
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