These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Manual
Protecting the
EnvironmentFasten Seat Belt
Airbag - FrontAirbag - Side
Child Seat Lower
AnchorChild Seat Tether
Anchor
Brake SystemAnti-Lock Brake System
Parking Brake SystemBrake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Parking Aid SystemStability Control System
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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Check fuel cap:Illuminates when
the fuel cap may not be properly
installed. Check the fuel filler cap if
this light remains on. Continued
driving with this light on may cause
the service engine soon warning
light to come on.
It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an
improperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler cap
depending on driving and fuel tank level conditions. Refer toFuel
filler cap in theMaintenance and Specifications chapter.
Brake system warning light: To
confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the
ignition is turned to the on position
when the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, or
by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the on
position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this
time, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination
after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a
failure to brake proportioning. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning
light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking
performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended
distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and
the risk of personal injury.
Anti-lock brake system: If the
ABS light stays illuminated or
continues to flash, a malfunction has
been detected; contact your
authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light
also is illuminated.
P!
BRAKE
ABS
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
29 20A Cigar lighter, Diagnostic connector
(OBD II)
30 5A Power mirrors
31 20A Front park lamps, Rear park
lamps, License plate lamps,
Dimmer switch, Trailer tow park
lamps
32 5A Brake switch (logic), Brake-shift
interlock
33 5A Instrument cluster battery feed
(B+)
34 20A Power point
35 15A Power locks
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is
located in the engine compartment.
The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems
from overloads.
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing
fuses.
WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter.
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CHART SYMBOLS
I: Inspect and if necessary, correct, clean or replace
AAdjust
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
Normal driving service intervals — perform at the months or distances
shown, whichever occurs first.
Maintenance Item Maintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),
whichever comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
x 1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 (x 1000 km) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96)
ENGINE
Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRR R
Oil filter RRRRRRRRRRR R
PCV valve *3
AIR CLEANER
Air cleaner filter RR
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs *4
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine Coolant (yellow) Replace at first 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or
72 months; after that, every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months
Coolant condition and protection, hoses
and clamps — annually — prior to cold
weather every 12 monthsIII I
CHASSIS AND BODY
Wheel lug nut torque *1 IIIIIIIIIII I
Inspect tires for wear and rotate
(X = recommended interval for
optimal tire life) IXIXXIXXIXX I
Clutch reservoir fluid level I IIIII
Front wheel bearings (4x2) L
Disc brake system III I
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Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),
whichever comes first)
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
x 1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 (x 1000 km) (8) (16) (24) (32) (40) (48) (56) (64) (72) (80) (88) (96)
Caliper slide rails LLL L
Drum brake system, lines and hoses I II I
Exhaust system for leaks, damage,
looseness II
Manual transmission fluid
Automatic
transmission fluid *2
I I
Exhaust system shielding (for
trapped material) II
Propeller shaft U-joints (if equipped
with grease fittings) LLLLLL
Parking brake system (for damage
and operation) III I
Ball joints (4x2) I/L I/L I/L I/L
Transfer case fluid (4x4) Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Rear axle lubricant Does not require replacement unless rear axle
submerged in water
Accessory drive belts
Fuel filter *5R R
Steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension and driveshaft III I
*1 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 to
Wheel Lug Nut
Torque Specification in theTires, Wheels and Loading chapter for the
proper lug nut torque specification.
*2 Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) unless submerged in water.
*3 At 60,000 miles (96,000 km), the dealer will replace the PCV valve at no
cost, except Canada and California vehicles.
*4 Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug and gap
specifications.
*5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to
perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty nor
limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
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Schedule 1 continued
MaintenanceItem Maintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),
whichever comes first)
Months 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96
x 1000 miles 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
(x 1000 km) (104) (112) (121) (128) (136) (144) (152) (160) (168) (176) (184) (192)
ENGINE
Engine oil RRRRRRRRRRRR
Oil filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
PCV valve *3
AIR CLEANER
Air cleaner filter RR
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs *4 R
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine Coolant
(yellow) Replace at first 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 72 months;
after that, every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 36 months
Coolant condition and
protection, hoses and
clamps — annually —prior
to cold weather every
12 months IIII
CHASSIS AND BODY
Wheel lug
nut torque *1IIIIIIIIIIII
Inspect tires for wear and
rotate (X = recommended
interval for optimal tire
life) XXIXXIXXIXXI
Clutch reservoir fluid level IIIIII
Front wheel bearings (4x2) L
Disc brake system IIII
Caliper slide rails LLLL
Drum brake system, lines
and hoses IIII
Exhaust system for leaks,
damage, looseness II
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MaintenanceItem Maintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),
whichever comes first)
Months 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96
x 1000 miles 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
(x 1000 km) (104) (112) (121) (128) (136) (144) (152) (160) (168) (176) (184) (192)
Manual transmission fluid R
Automatic
transmission fluid *2 II
Exhaust system shielding
(for trapped material) II
Propeller shaft U-joints (if
equipped with grease
fittings) LLLLLL
Parking brake system (for
damage and operation) IIII
Ball joints (4x2) I/LI/LI/LI/L
Transfer case fluid (4x4) Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km)
Rear axle lubricant Does not require replacement unless rear axle submerged in water
Accessory drive belts I
Fuel filter *5 RR
Steering linkage, ball joints,
suspension and driveshaft IIII
*1 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 to
Wheel
Lug Nut Torque Specification in theTires, Wheels and Loading
chapter for the proper lug nut torque specification.
*2 Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) unless submerged in water.
*3 At 60,000 miles (96,000 km), the dealer will replace the PCV valve at
no cost, except Canada and California vehicles.
*4 Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug and
gap specifications.
*5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to
perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty nor
limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle’s useful life.
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Special Operating
Conditions
Replace Engine Oil and Filter
Inspect Brake System
Replace Fuel Filter
Change Automatic Transmission Fluid
Replace Spark Plugs
Replace Engine Air Filter
Change Manual Transmission Fluid
Inspect and Lubricate U-Joints
Lubricate Front Wheel Bearing (4x2)
Change Transfer Case Fluid (4x4)
Suggested Maintenance
Interval3,000 miles
or 3 months5,000 miles 15,000
miles 30,000
miles 60,000
miles As
required As
required As
required 30,000
miles 60,000
miles
Towing a trailer or
using a camper or
car top carrier X XX
X
Extensive idling or
low-speed driving
for long distances
as in heavy
commercial use
such as delivery,
taxi or patrol car X XXXX
XX
Operating in dusty
conditions such as
unpaved or dusty
roads X XX X
Off road operation XXX
For specific recommendations see your authorized Mazda dealer or
qualified service professional.
OWNER MAINTENANCE
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.
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