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Engine Compartment Overview
Power steering fluid reservoir
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
Engine coolant reservoirFuse block
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil-filler capEngine oil-filler cap
Engine oil dipstick Engine oil dipstick
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Battery
Battery
Fuse block
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
(Only for automatic transaxle)
MZR 2.0 and MZR 2.5 SKYACTIV-G 2.0
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Power steering fluid reservoir
Windshield washer fluid reservoir
Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil-filler capBrake/Clutch fluid reservoirBattery
Fuse block
MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo
Engine oil dipstick
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NOTE
If the“FL22” mark is shown on or near the
cooling system cap, it is recommended to use
Mazda Genuine FL22 engine coolant (page
8-3).
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.
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qAdding Brake/Clutch Fluid
WARNING
Be careful not to spill brake fluid on
yourself or on the engine:
Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it
gets in your eyes, they could be
seriously injured. If this happens,
immediately flush your eyes with
water and get medical attention.
Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine
could cause a fire.
If the brake/clutch fluid level is low,
have the brakes and clutch inspected: Low brake/clutch fluid levels are
dangerous. Low levels could signal
brake lining wear or a brake system
leak. Your brakes could fail and
cause an accident.
If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it
reaches MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the
area around the cap.
CAUTION
Ø Brake and clutch fluid will
damage painted surfaces. If brake
or clutch fluid does get on a
painted surface, wash it off with
water immediately.
Ø Using nonspecified brake and
clutch fluids (page 10-5) will
damage the systems. Mixing
different fluids will also damage
them.
If the brake/clutch system
frequently requires new fluid,
consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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 10-5).
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.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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qCleaning the Floor Mats
Rubber floor mats should be cleaned with
mild soap and water only.
WARNING
Do not use rubber cleaners, such as tire
cleaner or tire shine, when cleaning
rubber floor mats:
Cleaning the rubber floor mats with
rubber cleaning products makes the
floor mats slippery.
This may cause an accident when
depressing the accelerator, brake, or
clutch (Manual transaxle) pedal or
when getting in or out of the vehicle.
After removing the floor mats for
cleaning, always reinstall them
securely.Refer to Floor Mat on page 4-8.
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qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 8-19.
Manual transaxle oil API Service
GL-4
SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid 5-speed transaxle
Mazda Genuine ATF M-V
6-speed transaxle Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Power steering fluid Mazda Genuine ATF M-III, M-V, or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil MZR 2.0
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)
SKYACTIV-G
2.0 With oil filter
replacement
4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
Without oil filter
replacement 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
MZR 2.3 DISI
Turbo With oil filter
replacement
5.7 L (6.0 US qt, 5.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter
replacement 5.3 L (5.6 US qt, 4.7 Imp qt)
MZR 2.5 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)
Coolant SKYACTIV-G
2.0Manual transaxle
7.4 L (7.8 US qt, 6.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 8.2 L (8.7 US qt, 7.2 Imp qt)
Except SKYACTIV-G 2.0 7.5 L (7.9 US qt, 6.6 Imp qt)
Manual
transaxle oil MZR 2.0
2.77 L (2.93 US qt, 2.44 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 1.65 L (1.74 US qt, 1.45 Imp qt)
MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo 2.5 L (2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp qt)
MZR 2.5 2.85 L (3.01 US qt, 2.51 Imp qt)
Automatic
transaxle fluid 5-speed transaxle
8.14 L (8.60 US qt, 7.16 Imp qt)
6-speed transaxle 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Fuel tank MZR 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.0
55.0 L (14.5 US gal, 12.1 Imp gal)
MZR 2.3 DISI Turbo, MZR 2.5 60.0 L (15.9 US gal, 13.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Specifications
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 6-114
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ................................................ 5-68
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-19
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-20
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-20
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-9
Opening the liftgate/trunk lid ..... 3-11
Operational range ......................... 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-16
Service ......................................... 3-7
Warning and beep sounds .......... 3-21
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-24
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-44
Antenna ............................................. 6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8 Warning light ............................... 5-8
Appearance Care ............................... 8-63
Audio System ................................... 6-16 Audio control switch .................. 6-56
Audio set .................................... 6-27
AUX mode ................................. 6-59
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-17
Safety certification ..................... 6-61
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips ................................ 5-20
Fluid ........................................... 8-26
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-16
Shift-lock override ..................... 5-15
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-15
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-14
B
BatteryEmergency starting .................... 7-18
Maintenance ............................... 8-33
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Blind spot monitoring system
warning ...................................... 5-63
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-63
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-63
Seat belt warning ........................ 5-63
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 5-63
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-6 After getting in ............................. 4-6
Before getting in .......................... 4-6
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System .................................. 5-37 BSM OFF indicator light ........... 5-39
BSM OFF switch ....................... 5-40
Care of radar sensors .................. 5-40
Warning light/beep ..................... 5-39
Bluetooth Audio ............................... 6-62
Bluetooth Hands-Free ....................... 6-72 Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
operation .................................... 6-76
Convenient use of the hands-free
system ........................................ 6-81
Hands-free setting ...................... 6-87
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free
customer service ......................... 6-94
Safety certification ..................... 6-94
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot
be used ....................................... 6-93
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-28
Boost Gauge ..................................... 5-45
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-110
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................... 8-24
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