2008 MAZDA MODEL B2300 TRUCK warning

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE
Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require
lubrication. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal
joints equipped with grease fittings, lubrication will also be necessary.
CHECKING AND ADDING REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully – put in first gear.
3. Ensure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer to the
Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this
chapter.
AIR FILTER
Refer to scheduled maintenance for the appropriate intervals for
changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, only use a genuine Mazda air filter
element.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is
running.
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ItemApplicationMazda part name or
equivalent Capacity
Fuel tank Regular cab
(Short wheel base) —
17 gallons (64.4L)
Cab Plus 4 —19.5 gallons (73.8L)
1Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not trigger the brake warning light are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal operating range,
the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek service from your authorized
dealer immediately.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Do not mix different colors or types of
coolant. Do not use Mazda Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding
engine coolant, in this chapter.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with
the vehicle on a level surface.4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON V should only use MERCONV fluid or fluid that
is specified dual usage MERCON/MERCON V. Refer toscheduled maintenance to determine
the correct service interval. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause
transmission damage.5Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.6Traction-Lok axles use 4.75–5.0 pints (2.2–2.4L) of rear axle lubricant. Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of
Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14
mm) below the bottom of the filler hole.
If submerged in water, the rear axle lubricant should be changed.
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CELL PHONES
Use of cell phones and other devices by driver:WARNING: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones,
computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices
by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a
number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s
hands. Use of these devices will cause the driver to be
distracted and could lead to a serious accident. If a passenger is
unable to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area
before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this
warning, use a hands-free system to at least allow the hands
free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or other
electrical device while the vehicle is moving and, instead,
concentrate on the full-time job of driving.
In addition, the gasoline distributors are warning against using
cell phones during refueling procedures, due to their increased
concern about static electricity fires in the self-service pump
environment.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................151
Air cleaner filter ...............258, 260
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................86and child safety seats ..............89
description ................................86
disposal ......................................91
driver airbag ........................86, 89
indicator light ...........................90
operation .............................86, 89
passenger airbag .................86, 89
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................235
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................151–152
Anti-theft system ........................66
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................19, 21, 26
Automatic transmission ............156 driving an automatic
overdrive .................................157
fluid, specification ..................260
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....32
Auxiliary power point .................54
Axle lubricant specifications ..........260
traction lok ..............................155
B
Battery .......................................233 acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....189
maintenance-free ....................233
servicing ..................................233 Belt-Minder
...............................82
Booster seats ...............................96
Brakes ........................................151 anti-lock ...........................151–152
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................153
fluid, checking and adding ....254
fluid, specifications .................260
lubricant specifications ..........260
parking ....................................153
shift interlock ..........................156
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................46
C
Cargo cage ...................................60
Cell phone warning ...................268
Changing a tire .........................179
Child safety restraints ................95 child seat belts .........................95
Child safety seats ........................99 attaching with tether straps ..102
in front seat ............................100
in rear seat ..............................100
tether anchorage hardware ...102
Child safety seats - booster
seats .............................................96
Chimes (warning) .......................17
Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............208
instrument panel ....................211
interior .....................................211
Mazda car care products .......212
plastic parts ............................210
washing ....................................207
waxing .....................................207
wheels ......................................208
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octane rating ...................245, 264
quality ......................................245
running out of fuel .................245
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................241
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......168
Fuses ..................................169–170
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............243
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................246
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................168
Headlamps ...................................42 aiming ........................................44
bulb specifications ....................46
daytime running lights .............43
flash to pass ..............................43
high beam .................................42
replacing bulbs .........................47
turning on and off ....................42
Heating heating and air conditioning
system .................................39–40
Hood ..........................................222
I
Ignition ...............................146, 264
Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..99
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................251
Instrument panel cleaning ...................................211 cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................43
location of components ............12
J
Jack ............................................179 positioning ...............................179
storage .............................179, 182
Jump-starting your vehicle ......189
K
Keys .......................................62, 67 positions of the ignition .........146
L
Lamps bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................46
daytime running light ...............43
fog lamps ...................................42
headlamps .................................42
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....43
interior lamps .....................46–47
replacing bulbs .........................47
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Lights, warning and indicator ....12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........153
Load limits .................................129
Loading instructions .................135
Locks doors ..........................................62
Lubricant specifications ...........260
Lug nuts ....................................187
M
Manual transmission .................159
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lubricant specifications ..........260
reverse .....................................160
Mirrors .........................................56 fold away ...................................57
side view mirrors
(power) ...............................56–57
Motorcraft parts ........................241
O
Octane rating ............................245
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................227
Overdrive ...............................59–60
Overheating ...............................188
P
Parking brake ............................153
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................73
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................173
Power door locks ........................62
Power mirrors .......................56–57
Power point .................................54
Power steering ..........................154 fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, specifications .................260
Power Windows ...........................55
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................155
R
Radio ................................19, 21, 26
Relays ........................................169
Remote entry system .................63 illuminated entry ......................65
locking/unlocking doors ...........63
panic alarm ...............................63
replacing the batteries .............64
S
Safety defects, reporting ..........206
Safety restraints ..............71, 75–79 Belt-Minder .............................82
extension assembly ..................80
for adults .............................76–79
for children .........................94–95
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................73
seat belt maintenance ..............80
warning light and chime ..........81
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ......................................102
Safety seats for children ............99
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................266
Satellite Radio Information ........35
Scheduled Maintenance ...........213
Seat Belt Maintenance ...............80
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ........................71, 75–79
Seats ............................................69 child safety seats ......................99
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................66
Servicing your vehicle ..............221
Setting the clock AM/FM stereo ...........................20
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................27
Snowplowing .................................7
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Spark plugs, specifications .......264
Special noticeambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................260
Speed control ..............................57
Starting your
vehicle ........................146–147, 149 jump starting ..........................189
Steering wheel tilting .........................................54
T
Tether anchors ..........................102
Tilt steering wheel ......................54
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Roadside Emergencies ...........179
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....124
Tires ...........................108–109, 179 alignment ................................117
care ..........................................113
changing ..........................179, 184
checking the pressure ............113
inflating ...................................110
label .........................................123
replacing ..................................114
rotating ....................................117
safety practices .......................116
sidewall information ...............119
snow tires and chains ............129
spare tire .................................180
terminology .............................110
tire grades ...............................109
treadwear ........................109, 113
Towing .......................................135 recreational towing .................144
trailer towing ..........................135
wrecker ....................................195
Traction-lok rear axle ...............155
Transfer case fluid checking .........................257
Transmission automatic operation ...............156
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....156
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................256
lubricant specifications ..........260
manual operation ....................159
Turn signal ..................................46
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................266
Vehicle loading ..........................129 camper bodies ........................145
Ventilating your vehicle ...........149
W
Warning chimes ...........................17
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................226
Water, Driving through .............167
Windows power .........................................55
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................53 checking and adding fluid .....226
checking and cleaning ............226
replacing wiper blades ...........227
Wrecker towing .........................195
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