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Maintenance and Specifications 229
Engine compartment 238
Engine oil 241
Battery 245
Engine Coolant 247
Fuel information 253
Air filter(s) 267
Refill capacities 269
Engine data 271
Accessories 276
Index 277
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Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Power Windows
Power Window Lockout
Personal Alarm System
FeatureEngine Oil
Engine CoolantEngine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When HotBattery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or SparksBattery Acid
Explosive GasFan Warning
Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct Fluid
LevelMAX
MIN
Emission SystemEngine Air Filter
Powertrain MalfunctionSpeed Control
Passenger Compartment
Air FilterJack
Check Fuel CapLow Tire Pressure
Warning
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SCHEDULE 1
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary
(Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method)
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 6 1218243036424854606672
x 1000 Km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144
(x 1000 Miles) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (52.5) (60) (67.5) (75) (82.5) (90)
ENGINE
Engine valve clearance (for 2.3L
engine)Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if
noisy, adjust
Engine oil R R R R R R R R R R R R
Oil filter R R R R R R R R R R R R
Drive belts (tension) 2.3L engine I I
3.0L engine I I I
PCV valve (for 3.0L
engine)*1 Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles)
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles)
FUEL SYSTEM
Air cleaner filter R R
Fuel filter *1 R R R
Fuel lines and hoses *1 I I I
Hoses and tubes for
emission*1 I
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system and hoses I I I
Engine coolant (yellow) Replace at first 160,000 km (100,000 miles) or 60
months; after that, every 80,000 km (50,000 miles)
or 36 months
Engine coolant level I I I I I I I I I I I I
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Maintenance Item
Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 6 1218243036424854606672
x 1000 Km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144
(x 1000 Miles) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (52.5) (60) (67.5) (75) (82.5) (90)
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I
Disc brakesIIIIII
Drum brakes I I I
Tire (rotation), check wheel lug
nut torque*3Rotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)
Tire inflation and wear I I I I I I I I I I I I
Steering operation and linkages I I I
Power steering fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I
Manual transaxle fluid R
Automatic transaxle fluid Replace every 240,000 km (150,000 miles)
Rear differential fluid
(4WD only)*2 Replace every 240,000 km (150,000 miles)
Transfer case fluid
(4WD only)Replace every 240,000 km (150,000 miles)
Front and rear suspension ball
jointsIII
Driveshaft dust boots I I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body I I I
Exhaust system heat shields I I I
All locks and hinges L L L L LLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I
*1 According to state 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 miles (kilometers) period to ensure
long-term reliability. Refer toFuel filterin theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter for fuel filter replacement requirements.
*
2 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be changed.
*3 The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications at 500
miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation, at any wheel change, or at any
other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. Refer toWheel Lug Nut
Torque Specificationin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter for the
proper lug nut torque specification.
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SCHEDULE 2
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary
(Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method)
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),
whichever comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
x 1000 Km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
(x 1000 Miles) (5) (10) (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (40) (45) (50) (55) (60)
ENGINE
Engine valve clearance (for 2.3L
engine)Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if
noisy, adjust
Engine oil R R RRRRRRRRRR
Engine oil (for Puerto Rico) Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) (or 3
months)
Oil filter R R RRRRRRRRRR
Drive belts (tension) 2.3L engine I
3.0L engine I I
PCV valve (for 3.0L
engine)*1 Replace every 160,000 km (100,000 miles)
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs USA Replace every 96,000 km (60,000 miles)
Others *2 Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles)
FUEL SYSTEM
Air cleaner filter Puerto Rico R R
Others R
Fuel filter *1 R R
Fuel lines & hoses *1 I I
Hoses and tubes for
emission*1
I
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system and hoses I I
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However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed
at the recommended time or miles (kilometers) period to ensure
long-term reliability. Refer toFuel filterin theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter for fuel filter replacement requirements.
*2 If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions,
change the spark plugs every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or shorter.
a) Repeated short-distance driving.
b) Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation.
c) Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid
climates.
*3 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be
changed.
*4 The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications
at 500 miles (800 km) of new vehicle operation, at any wheel change, or
at any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened. Refer toWheel
Lug Nut Torque Specificationin theTires, Wheels and Loading
chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification.
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.
When Refueling
•Brake and clutch fluid level
•Engine coolant level
•Engine oil level
•Washer fluid level
At Least Monthly
•Tire inflation pressures
At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
•Automatic transaxle fluid level
•Power steering fluid level
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.3L I4 engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped)
4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power distribution box
7. Battery
8. Engine oil filler cap
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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3.0L DOHC V6 engine
1. Power steering fluid reservoir
2. Engine coolant reservoir
3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick
4. Brake fluid reservoir
5. Air filter assembly
6. Power distribution box
7. Battery
8. Engine oil dipstick
9. Engine oil filler cap
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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