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•Wheel Alignment
• Brakes
And when your vehicle needs replacement parts, insist that only parts
meeting Mazda Motor Corporation’s specifications are used. Genuine
Mazda branded parts meet these specifications. You can find them at
your Mazda Dealership. Look for the following brand logos to ensure the
parts installed on your vehicle meet Mazda Motor Corporation
Specifications.
Genuine Mazda Replacement Parts
Mazda dealerships stock Mazda branded replacement parts. These parts
meet or exceed Mazda Motor Corporation’s specifications, and we stand
behind them. Maintenance parts installed at your Mazda dealership carry
a nationwide, 12 months, 12,000 mile parts and labor limited warranty.
Your dealer can give you details.
Value Shopping for Your Vehicle’s Maintenance Needs
Your dealership recognizes the competitive landscape of maintenance and
light repair automotive services. With factory-trained technicians, and
one-stop service from routine maintenance like oil changes and tire
rotations to repairs like brake service, check out the value your Mazda
dealers can offer.
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WHICH MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE SHOULD YOU FOLLOW?
Owner Checks and Services
Refer to Mileage Intervals for Additional Checks and Services
Certain basic maintenance checks and inspections should be performed
by the owner or a service technician at the intervals indicated. Service
information and supporting specifications are provided in thisOwner’s
Manual.
Any adverse condition should be brought to the attention of your dealer
or qualified service technician as soon as possible for the proper service
advice. The owner maintenance service checks are generally not covered
by warranties so you may be charged for labor, parts or lubricants used.
Maximum Oil Change Interval
❑12 months, 10,000 miles (16,000 km) or 200 hours of engine operation.
Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant change interval
❑6 years or 100,000 miles (160,000 km) - change Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant (whichever comes first)❑After initial change - change Mazda Premium Gold Engine Coolant every 3 years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km). Check every month
❑Check function of all interior and exterior lights❑Check tires for wear and correct air pressure, including spare tire
❑Check windshield washer fluid level
❑Check engine oil levelCheck every six months
❑Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function❑Check that externally mounted spare tire is properly stowed (tight)
❑Check parking brake for proper operation
❑Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, seat belt) for operation
❑Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength
❑Check low voltage (underhood) battery connections and clean if necessary
❑Check washer spray, wiper operation and clean all wiper blades (replace as necessary)
❑Check and lubricate all hinges, latches and outside locks. Inspect for correct operation
❑Check and lubricate door rubber weatherstrips. Inspect for excessive wear
❑Check and clean body and door drain holes. Inspect for clogs and obstructions
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Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have
the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any
potential issue before there are any problems. Mazda Motor Corporation
suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every
scheduled maintenance as the way to ensure your vehicle keeps running
right.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is
presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions
noted.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THE WEB
To learn more about the importance of routine and dealer-performed
maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Mazda Customer Service
Web site. You’ll also find important warranty information, customer
assistance, technical expertise, frequently asked questions and much
more. The Web site location is: www.genuineservice.com.
Then go to the vehicles and services pick at the Web site.
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top up fluid levels: brake, engine coolant recovery reservoir, motor/electronics reservoir and window washer.❑Inspect tires for wear and correct air pressure.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign materials.
❑Check low voltage (underhood) battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers and heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air cleaner filter and elements.
❑Inspect half-shaft dust boots.
❑Check shocks, struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................65
Air cleaner filter ...............278–280
Air conditioningautomatic temperature
control system ..........................42
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................120, 129, 131 and child safety seats ............122
description ..............120, 129, 131
disposal ....................................135
driver airbag ............122, 130, 133
indicator light .........128, 131, 134
operation .................122, 130, 133
passenger airbag .....122, 130, 133
side airbag ...............................129
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................194
Ambulance packages ..................15
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................187–188
Anti-theft system ........................93
Audio system (see Radio) .........27
Automatic transaxle fluid, adding ............................276
fluid, checking ........................276
Automatic transmission driving an automatic
overdrive .................................193
fluid, refill capacities ..............281
fluid, specification ..................281
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....35
Auxiliary power point .................61
Axle lubricant specifications ..........281
refill capacities ........................281
B
Battery .......................................256 acid, treating emergencies .....256
jumping a disabled
battery .............................222, 227
maintenance-free ....................256
servicing ..................................256
Belt-Minder .............................115
Booster seats .............................136
Brakes ........................................187 anti-lock ...........................187–188
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................188
fluid, checking and adding ....275
fluid, refill capacities ..............281
fluid, specifications .................281
lubricant specifications ..........281
parking ....................................189
shift interlock ..........................191
Bulbs ............................................53
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....281
Cargo area shade ........................83
Cell phone warning ...................286
Child safety restraints ..............136 child seat belts .......................136
Child safety seats ......................139 attaching with tether straps ..143
in front seat ............................140
in rear seat ..............................140
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................136
Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............243
instrument panel ....................245
interior .....................................245
Mazda car care products .......246
plastic parts ............................244
washing ....................................242
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fuel pump/high voltage
shut-off switches ....................202
improving fuel economy ........269
octane rating ...................268, 283
quality ......................................268
running out of fuel .................268
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................264
Fuses ..................................204–205
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............266
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................269
Gauges .........................................25
H
Hazard flashers .........................202
Head restraints ...................97, 101
Headlamps ...................................47 aiming ........................................50
bulb specifications ....................53
daytime running lights .............49
flash to pass ..............................49
high beam .................................49
replacing bulbs .........................54
turning on and off ....................47
Heating heating and air conditioning
system .......................................42
Hood ..........................................249
I
Ignition ...............................182, 283
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................139 Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................274
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................245
cluster ........................................20
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................50
location of components ............20
J
Jump-starting your
vehicle ................................222, 227
K
Keys .......................................86, 94 positions of the ignition .........182
L
Lamps bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................53
daytime running light ...............49
fog lamps ...................................48
headlamps .................................47
headlamps, flash to pass ..........49
instrument panel, dimming .....50
interior lamps .....................52–54
replacing bulbs .........................54
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................51
Liftgate ..................................82, 89
Lights, warning and indicator ....20 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........188
Load limits .................................170
Loading instructions .................176
Locks childproof ..................................87
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doors ..........................................87
Lubricant specifications ...........281
Lug nuts ....................................221
Luggage rack ...............................84
M
Manual transmission fluid capacities ........................281
lubricant specifications ..........281
Message center ...........................74 english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................76
warning messages .....................79
Mirrors ...................................65, 68 automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................65
fold away ...................................68
heated ........................................68
side view mirrors (power) .......68
Moon roof ....................................73
Motorcraft parts ........................264
N
Navigation system .......................41
O
Octane rating ............................268
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................253
P
Parking brake ............................189
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................107
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................207 Power door locks ........................87
Power mirrors .............................68
Power point .................................61
Power Seats .................................99
Power steering ..........................190
Power Windows ...........................64
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................190
R
Radio ............................................27
Relays ........................................204
Remote entry system .................88
illuminated entry ......................91
locking/unlocking doors .....88–89
opening the trunk .....................89
panic alarm ...............................90
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................91
replacing the batteries .............90
Roof rack .....................................84
S
Safety Canopy ...........................130
Safety defects, reporting ..........241
Safety restraints ........105, 109–113 Belt-Minder ...........................115
extension assembly ................114
for adults .........................110–112
for children .....................135–136
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................107
seat belt maintenance ............114
warning light and chime ........115
Safety seats for children ..........139
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V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................284
Vehicle loading ..........................170
Ventilating your vehicle ...........185
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......20
Washer fluid ..............................251Water, Driving through .............201
Windows
power .........................................64
rear wiper/washer .....................59
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................58 checking and adding fluid .....251
liftgate reservoir .....................251
replacing wiper blades ...........252
Wrecker towing .........................229
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