2010 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK power steering fluid

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Power Steering Fluid
qInspecting Power Steering Fluid
Level
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the power
steering pump, don't operate the
vehicle for long periods when the
power steering fluid level is low.
NOTE
Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4).
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at
each engine oil change with the engine off
and cold. Add fluid if necessary; it does
not require periodic changing.
The level must be kept between MIN and
MAX.
Visually examine the lines and hoses for
leaks and damage.
If new fluid is required frequently, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(ATF)
í
qInspecting Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should
be inspected regularly. Measure it as
described below.
CAUTION
ØAlways check the automatic
transaxle fluid level according to
the following procedure. If the
procedure is not done correctly,
the automatic transaxle fluid level
cannot be measured accurately
which could lead to automatic
transaxle damage.
ØA low fluid level can cause
transaxle slippage. Overfilling can
cause foaming, loss of fluid, and
transaxle malfunction.
ØUse only the specified fluid. A non-
specified fluid could result in
transaxle malfunction and failure.
1. Park on a level surface and set the
parking brake firmly.
2. Make sure there is no ATF leakage
from the ATF hose or the housing.
3. Shift the shift lever to the park position
(P), start the engine and warm it up.
CAUTION
Do not shift the shift lever while the
engine is warming up. If the ATF level
is extremely low, the automatic
transaxle could be damaged.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Specifications
qEngine
ItemSpecification
2.0-liter engine 2.5-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 87.5 × 83.1 mm (3.44 × 3.27 in) 89.0 × 100 mm (3.50 × 3.94 in)
Displacement 1,999 ml (1,999 cc, 122.0 cu in) 2,488 ml (2,488 cc, 151.8 cu in)
Compression ratio 10.0 9.7
qElectrical System
Item Classification
Battery2.0-liter engine 12V-40AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR
2.5-liter engine 12V-40AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR, 12V-55AH/5HR
Spark-plug number LFG1 18 110
*1, L3Y2 18 110
Spark-plug gap 1.25―1.35 mm (0.049―0.053 in)
*1 ex factory
NOTE
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate coating on the iridium
alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-18.
Manual transaxle oilAPI Service GL-4
SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V
Power steering fluid ATF M-III, M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
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Flasher
Hazard warning .......................... 5-68
Headlights .................................. 5-56
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3
Changing ...................................... 7-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids
Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-15
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-61
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-4
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel
Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-48
Gauge ......................................... 5-37
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-48
Panel description ........................ 8-50
Replacement ............................... 8-48
G
Gauges .............................................. 5-34
Glove Box ....................................... 6-109
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-68
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
H
Headlights
Control ....................................... 5-56
Flashing ...................................... 5-58
High-low beam .......................... 5-58
Leveling ..................................... 5-58
On reminder ............................... 5-58
Hood Release .................................... 3-50
Horn .................................................. 5-67
I
Ignition
Keys ........................................... 3-26
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-93
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-54
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-58
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-39
AFS OFF .................................... 5-52
Cruise ......................................... 5-52
DSC OFF .................................... 5-52
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-51
Power steering malfunction ........ 5-53
Security ...................................... 5-50
Shift position .............................. 5-51
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-51
Turn signal/hazard warning ........ 5-53
Information Display .......................... 6-95
Audio display ............................. 6-96
Climate control display .............. 6-96
Clock .......................................... 6-96
Information display functions .... 6-95
Outside temperature display ....... 6-96
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-44
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-34
Interior Care ...................................... 8-59
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Interior Lights ................................... 6-93
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-18
K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-27
Keys .................................................. 3-26
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-60
Liftgate .............................................. 3-39
Luggage compartment ............... 3-41
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-37
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Lighting Control ............................... 5-56
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-94
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-16
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-15
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation ............. 5-10
Recommendations for shifting .... 5-11
Map Lights ........................................ 6-94
Meters and Gauges ........................... 5-34
Mirror Defroster ................................ 5-67
M
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-65
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-66
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
Moonroof .......................................... 3-51
Multi Information Display ................ 6-97
Audio Display ............................ 6-99
Clock .......................................... 6-99
Maintenance Monitor ............... 6-101
Multi Information Display
Functions .................................... 6-98
Outside Temperature Display ..... 6-99
Settings ..................................... 6-106
Trip Computer .......................... 6-100
Warning Indicator ..................... 6-106
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-35
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-65
Outside Temperature Display ............ 6-96
Overhead Console ........................... 6-109
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-94
Overheating ....................................... 7-15
Overloading ...................................... 4-10
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-54
Parking Brake ..................................... 5-6
Parking in an Emergency .................... 7-2
Personalization Features ................... 10-9
Power Door Locks ............................ 3-35
Power Steering .................................. 5-18
Fluid ........................................... 8-23
Power steering malfunction indicator
light ............................................ 5-18
Power Windows ................................ 3-45
Index
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Tires
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-33
Replacement ............................... 8-34
Rotation ...................................... 8-34
Snow tires .................................... 4-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-8
Tire chains .................................... 4-9
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-21
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing
Description ................................. 7-22
Emergency towing ..................... 7-22
Recreational towing ................... 7-25
Trailer towing ............................. 4-12
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-25
TCS/DSC indicator light ............ 5-25
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-12
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-35
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-42
Inside trunk release lever ............ 3-44
Trunk Light ....................................... 3-43
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-60
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-93
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-39
ABS ............................................ 5-42
Air bag system ........................... 5-44
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-47
Brake system .............................. 5-41
Charging system ......................... 5-43
Check engine .............................. 5-43
Check fuel cap ........................... 5-45
Door-ajar .................................... 5-46
Electronic Steering Lock ............ 5-50
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-43
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-44
High Engine Coolant
Temperature ............................... 5-44
KEY Warning Light
(Red)/KEY Indicator Light
(Green) ....................................... 5-49
Low fuel ..................................... 5-45
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-46
Seat belt ...................................... 5-45
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-47
Warranty ............................................ 9-15
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-25
Weights ............................................. 10-6
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-36
Windows
Power windows .......................... 3-45
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-65
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-62
Blades replacement .................... 8-26
Winter Driving .................................... 4-8
Index
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