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3. Install the lug nuts with the bevelededge inward; tighten them by hand.
WARNING
Do not apply oil or grease to lug nutsand bolts and do not tighten the lugnuts beyond the recommendedtightening torque:
Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could
loosen while driving and cause the tire
to come off, resulting in an accident.
In addition, lug nuts and bolts could
be damaged if tightened more than
necessary. 4. Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise
and lower the vehicle. Use the lug
wrench to tighten the nuts in the order
shown.
If you're unsure of how tight the nuts
should be, have them inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Nut tightening torque
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88
― 118
(9 ― 12, 65 ―87)
7-12
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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Engine Oil
NOTE
Changing the engine oil should be done
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qRecommended Oil
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.
Oil container labels provide important
information.
A chief contribution this type of oil makes
to fuel economy is reducing the amount of
fuel necessary to overcome engine
friction.
U.S.A. and CANADA
(ILSAC)
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline
Engines ”by the American Petroleum
Institute (API). An oil with this trademark
symbol conforms to the current engine
and emission system protection standards
and fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC),
comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
5W-20
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
–20
5040
30
20
10
0
–10
–20
–30
Except U.S.A. and CANADA
(ILSAC)
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. If SAE 5W-20
engine oil is not available in your market. Use
SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Mexico
8-18
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Interior Care
qDashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it.
If these solutions get on the dashboard,
wipe them off immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discoloration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
qCleaning the Upholstery and
Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leatherí
Real leather isn't uniform and may have
scars, scratches, and wrinkles. Clean it
with a leather cleaner or mild soap.
Wipe it with a dampsoft cloth; then dry
and buff it with a drysoft cloth.
Fabricí
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean it with a mild soap solution good
for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh
spots immediately with a fabric spot
cleaner. To keep the fabric looking clean and
fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color
will be affected, it can be stained easily,
and its fire-resistance may be reduced.
CAUTION
Use only recommended cleaners and
procedures. Others may affect
appearance and fire-resistance.
q
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt
Webbing
Clean the webbing with a mild soap
solution recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Follow instructions. Don't bleach
or dye the webbing; this may weaken it.
After cleaning the belts, thoroughly dry
the belt webbing and make sure there is
no remaining moisture before retracting
them.
WARNING
Damaged Seat Belt:
Using damaged seat belts is
dangerous. In a collision, damaged
belts cannot provide adequate
protection. Have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer replace damaged belts
immediately.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
8-59íSome models.
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qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers
on page 8-18.
Manual transaxle oil 2.3-liter engineAny temperature
API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10°C (50°F) API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
3.0-liter engine API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.3-liter engine
ATF M-V
3.0-liter engine JWS3309
Power steering fluid ATF M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake fluid SAE J1703, or FMVSS116 DOT-3
qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil 2.3-liter engine
With oil filter
replacement
4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Without oil filter
replacement 3.9 L (4.1 US qt, 3.4 Imp qt)
3.0-liter engine With oil filter
replacement
5.7 L (6.0 US qt, 5.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter
replacement 5.2 L (5.5 US qt, 4.6 Imp qt)
Coolant 2.3-liter engine 7.0 L (7.4 US qt, 6.2 Imp qt)
3.0-liter engine 8.5 L (9.0 US qt, 7.5 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 2.3-liter engine 2.87 L (3.03 US qt, 2.53 Imp qt)
3.0-liter engine 2.3 L (2.4 US qt, 2.0 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.3-liter engine 8.14 L (8.60 US qt, 7.16 Imp qt)
3.0-liter engine 7.0 L (7.4 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 68.0 L (18.0 US gal, 15.0 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Specifications
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