2009 MAZDA MODEL 6 coolant level

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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72
×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Brake fluid level II I I
Brake fluid RR
Disc brakes IIIIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIIII
Power steering fluid level IIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play III
Driveshaft dust boots III
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields III
All locks and hinges LLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIII
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air filter RRR
Chart symbols:
I:Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
L: Lubricate
T: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription “FL22 ”on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding
area. Use FL22 when replacing the coolant.
*2 According to state/provincial 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 kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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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.
qWhen Refueling
lBrake and clutch fluid level (page 8-22)lEngine coolant level (page 8-21)lEngine oil level (page 8-20)lWasher fluid level (page 8-27)
qAt Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures (page 8-32)
qAt Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
lAutomatic transaxle fluid level (page 8-24)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical
ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
lEngine coolant (page 8-21)lEngine oil (page 8-19)
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Engine Compartment Overview
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
(only for automatic transaxle)Brake/Clutch
fluid reservoir
Brake fluid reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil-filler cap
Engine oil-filler capWindscreen washer
fluid reservoir
Windscreen washer
fluid reservoir Fuse block
BatteryEngine oil dipstick
Engine oil dipstick
Fuse block
BatteryEngine coolant
reservoir Engine coolant
reservoir
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
2.5-liter engine
3.7-liter engine
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Engine Coolant
qInspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live flame in the
engine compartment. DO NOT ADD
COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the
engine has been running, parts of the
engine compartment can become
very hot. You could be burned.
Carefully inspect the engine coolant
in the coolant reservoir, but do not
open it.
Switch the ignition to off and
make sure the fan is not running before
attempting to work near the cooling
fan: Working near the cooling fan when it
is running is dangerous. The fan
could continue running indefinitely
even if the engine has stopped and
the engine compartment temperature
is high. You could be hit by the fan
and seriously injured.
Do not remove the cooling
system cap when the engine and
radiator are hot: When the engine and radiator are
hot, scalding coolant and steam may
shoot out under pressure and cause
serious injury.
NOTE
Changing the coolant should be done by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Inspect the antifreeze protection and
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year ―at the beginning of the
winter season ―and before traveling
where temperatures may drop below
freezing.
Inspect the condition and connections of
all cooling system and heater hoses.
Replace any that are swollen or
deteriorated.
The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the FULL or F and
LOW or L marks on the coolant reservoir
when the engine is cool.
If it's at or near LOW or L, add enough
coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide
freezing and corrosion protection and to
bring the level to FULL or F.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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CAUTION
ØRadiator coolant will damage
paint.
Rinse it off quickly if spilled.
Ø Use only soft (demineralized)
water in the coolant mixture.
Water that contains minerals will
cut down on the coolant's
effectiveness.
Ø Don't add only water. Always add
a proper coolant mixture.
Ø The engine has aluminum parts
and must be protected by an
ethylene-glycol-based coolant to
prevent corrosion and freezing.
Ø DO NOT USE coolants Containing
Alcohol, methanol, Borate or
Silicate.
These coolants could damage the
cooling system.
Ø DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol
with the coolant. This could
damage the cooling system.
Ø Don't use a solution that contains
more than 60% antifreeze.
This would reduce effectiveness.
If the coolant reservoir is empty or new
coolant is required frequently, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Brake/Clutch Fluid
qInspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the
same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with
accumulated distance, a condition
associated with wear of brake and clutch
linings. If it is excessively low, have the
brake/clutch system inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
2.5-liter engine
3.7-liter engine
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qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil 2.5-liter engine
With oil filter replacement 5.0 L (5.3 US qt. 4.4 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.6 L (4.9 US qt. 4.0 Imp qt)
3.7-liter engine With oil filter replacement 5.2 L (5.5 US qt. 4.6 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.7 L (5.0 US qt. 4.1 Imp qt)
Coolant 2.5-liter engine
9.4 L (9.9 US qt. 8.3 Imp qt)
3.7-liter engine 9.8 L (10 US qt. 8.6 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 2.85 L (3.01 US qt, 2.51 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 2.5-liter engine
8.14 L (8.60 US qt, 7.16 Imp qt)
3.7-liter engine 7.0 L (7.4 US qt, 6.2 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 70.0 L (18.5 US gal, 15.4 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
q Dimensions
Item Specification
Overall length Without license plate holder
4,920 mm (193.7 in)
With license plate holder 4,940 mm (194.5 in)
Overall width 1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Overall height 1,470 mm (57.9 in)
Front tread 16-inch
1,595 mm (62.8 in)
17-inch 1,595 mm (62.8 in)
18-inch 1,585 mm (62.4 in)
Rear tread 16-inch
1,595 mm (62.8 in)
17-inch 1,595 mm (62.8 in)
18-inch 1,585 mm (62.4 in)
Wheelbase 2,790 mm (109.8 in)
qWeights
2.5-liter engine
Manual transaxle
Item Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,969 kg (4,340 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
1,037 kg (2,286 lb)
Rear 935 kg (2,062 lb)
Specifications
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E
Engine CoolantOverheating ................................ 7-11
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-40
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-4
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-54
F
Flasher Hazard warning .......................... 5-70
Headlights .................................. 5-60
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing ...................................... 7-6
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-15
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-64
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-4
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-44
Gauge ......................................... 5-41
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-46 Panel description ........................ 8-49
Replacement ............................... 8-46
G
Gauges .............................................. 5-38
Glove Box ....................................... 6-102
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-70
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-60
Flashing ...................................... 5-62
High-low beam .......................... 5-62
Leveling ..................................... 5-62
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-70
Hood Release .................................... 3-46
Horn .................................................. 5-69
I
Ignition Keys ........................................... 3-23
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-94
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-50
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-53
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-43 BSM OFF ................................... 5-58
Cruise ......................................... 5-57
DSC OFF .................................... 5-57
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-55
Security ...................................... 5-55
Shift position .............................. 5-56
TCS OFF .................................... 5-56
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-56
Turn signal/hazard warning ........ 5-58
Information Display .......................... 6-96 Audio display ............................. 6-97
Climate control display .............. 6-97
Clock .......................................... 6-97
Information display functions .... 6-96
Trip computer ............................. 6-98
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