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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)
q Inspecting Automatic transaxle
Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should
be inspected regularly. Measure it as
described below.
CAUTION
Ø Always 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.
Ø A low fluid level can cause
transaxle slippage. Overfilling can
cause foaming, loss of fluid, and
transaxle malfunction.
Ø It is recommended to use Mazda
Genuine automatic transaxle fluid
(page 10-4).
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
Item Specification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in)
Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 138.0 cu in)
Compression ratio 9.7
qElectrical System
Item Classification
Battery 12V-48AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR
Spark-plug number LFG1 18110
*1, L3Y2 18 110
Spark-plug gap 1.25 ―1.35 mm (0.049 ―0.053 in)
*1 ex factory
CAUTION
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.
q Lubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-18.
Manual transaxle oil API Service
GL-4
SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF M-V
Power steering fluid Mazda Genuine ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil With oil filter replacement
4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 3.9 L (4.1 US qt, 3.4 Imp qt)
Coolant 7.5 L (7.9 US qt, 6.6 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 2.77 L (2.93 US qt, 2.44 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 8.14 L (8.60 US qt, 7.16 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 60.0 L (15.9 US gal, 13.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
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L
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-66
M
MaintenanceIntroduction .................................. 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 ........................................ 6-66
Mirror Defroster ................................ 5-59
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-27
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-28
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
Moonroof .......................................... 3-20
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-33
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-27
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-66
Overheating ....................................... 7-13
Overloading ...................................... 4-10
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-51
Parking Brake ..................................... 5-6
Parking in an Emergency .................... 7-2
Power Door Locks .............................. 3-9
Power Steering .................................. 5-18 Fluid ........................................... 8-23
Power steering malfunction indicator
light ............................................ 5-18
P
Power Windows ................................ 3-15
Push-Starting ..................................... 7-21
R
Rear Coat Hooks ............................... 6-76
Rear Door Child Safety Locks .......... 3-12
Rear Window Defroster .................... 5-59
Rear Window Washer ....................... 5-58
Rear Window Wiper .......................... 5-58
Rearview Mirror ................................ 3-28
Recreational Towing ......................... 7-25
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................. 9-18
Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 4-8
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 9-42
Seat Belt System
Automatic locking ...................... 2-17
Belt minder ................................. 2-23
Emergency locking .................... 2-16
Extender ..................................... 2-22
Pregnant women ........................ 2-16
Pretensioner and load limiting .... 2-20
Seat belt precautions .................. 2-14
Seat belts .................................... 2-18
Warning light/beep ..................... 2-23
Seats Front seat ...................................... 2-2
Seat warmer ................................ 2-12
Second-row seats ......................... 2-5
Third-row Seat ............................. 2-9
Second-Row seats ............................... 2-5
Security System Immobilizer system .................... 3-22
Theft-deterrent system ............... 3-24
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