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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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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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
ItemApplicationMazda part name or
equivalent Capacity
Brake fluid and clutch fluid (if equipped) AllHigh Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Between MIN and MAX on
reservoir
1
Door weather strips AllSilicone Lubricant —
Hinges, door checks,
latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks All Multi-Purpose Grease
—
Transmission
/steering/parking brake
linkages and pivots, brake and clutch pedal shaft All Premium Long-Life Grease
—
Engine coolant 2.3L I4
engine with manual
transmission
Premium Engine Coolant
2
10.5 quarts (10.0L)
2.3L I4
engine with automatic
transmission 10.2 quarts (9.7L)
4.0L V6
engine with manual
transmission 13.7 quarts (13.0L)
4.0L V6
engine with automatic
transmission 13.2 quarts (12.5L)
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ItemApplicationMazda part name or
equivalent Capacity
Engine oil 2.3L I4
engine SAE 5W-20 Motor Oil 4 .0 quarts (3.8L)
4.0L V6 engine SAE 5W-30 Motor Oil 5.0 quarts (4.7L)
Power steering fluid All MERCONV AT F Fill between MAX / MIN
line on reservoir
Transfer case fluid (4X4) 4x4 Vehicles Transfer Case Fluid 1.25 quarts (1.2L)
Manual transmission fluid 5-speed
manual MERCON
V ATF 2.8 quarts (2.65L)
3
Automatic transmission
fluid (5R44E and 5R55E) 4x2 vehicles
with 2.3L I4 engine
MERCONV AT F
4
9.9 quarts (9.4L)
5
4x2 vehicles
with 4.0Lengines 10.0 quarts (9.5L)
5
4x4 vehicles
with 4.0Lengines 10.3 quarts (9.8L)
5
Front axle fluid (4X4) 4x4 Vehicles
SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant 3.6 pints (1.7L)
Rear axle fluid AllSAE 80W-90 Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant 5.0-5.3 pints (2.4-2.5L)
6
Windshield washer fluid All Ultra-clear Windshield
Washer Concentrate 2.75 quarts (2.6L)
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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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