2013 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 maintenance

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NOTE
Tires degrade over time, even when they are
not being used on the road. It is recommended
that tires generally be replaced when they are
6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process. You should
replace the spare tire when you replace the
other road tires due to the aging of the spare
tire. The period in which the tire was
manufactured (both week and year) is
indicated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 9-25.
qReplacing a Wheel
WARNING
Always use wheels of the correct size
on your vehicle:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling
could be affected, leading to loss of
control and an accident.
CAUTION
ØA wrong-sized wheel may
adversely affect:
ØTire fit
ØWheel and bearing life
ØGround clearance
ØSnow-chain clearance
ØSpeedometer calibration
ØHeadlight aim
ØBumper height
ØTire Pressure Monitoring
System
Ø(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
ØWhen replacing/repairing the
tires or wheels or both, have the
work done by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, or the tire
pressure sensors may be
damaged.
ØThe wheels equipped on your
Mazda are specially designed
for installation of the tire
pressure sensors. Do not use
non-genuine wheels, otherwise
it may not be possible to install
the tire pressure sensors.
NOTE
Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors
whenever tires or wheels are replaced. Refer to
Tires and Wheels on page 5-32.
When replacing a wheel, make sure the
new one is the same as the original factory
wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset
(inset/outset).
Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.
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Light Bulbs
High-mount brake lightFog lights
Side turn
signal lights
Some models.
License plate lights
Brake lights/TaillightsTaillights (Liftgate side) Vanity mirror
lights Overhead light (Front)/Map lights
Overhead light (Center)
Overhead light (Rear)
Headlights
(Low beam) Front turn
signal lights Front side-
marker lights
Rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights
Luggage
compartment light
Headlights (High
beam)/Running lights Parking lights
Fog lights
Side turn
signal lights Vanity mirror
lights Overhead light (Front)/Map lights
Overhead light (Center)
Overhead light (Rear)
Headlights
(Low/High beam) Front turn
signal lights Front side-
marker lights
Parking lights/
Running lights
With xenon fusion headlights With halogen headlights
Courtesy lights
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WARNING
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.
Never touch the glass portion of a
halogen bulb with your bare hands and
always wear eye protection when
handling or working around the bulbs:
When a halogen bulb breaks, it is
dangerous. These bulbs contain
pressurized gas. If one is broken, it
will explode and serious injuries
could be caused by the flying glass.
If the glass portion is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when
lit.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children:
Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb
or breaking it some other way.
qReplacing Exterior Light Bulbs
Headlights (With xenon fusion
headlights)
Low/High beam bulbs
You cannot replace the low/high beam
bulbs by yourself. The bulbs must be
replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Headlights (With halogen headlights)
High-beam bulbs
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.
3. Turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it.
4. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pulling the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector downward.
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5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly to
remove it. Carefully remove the bulb
from its socket in the reflector by
gently pulling it straight backward out
of the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton of the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly out of the reach of children.
Low-beam bulbs
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.3.(Right side)
Remove the attachment bolts and the
coolant reservoir before replacing the
light bulb.
4. Turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it.
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5. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pulling the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the connector downward.
6. Turn the socket and bulb assembly to
remove it. Carefully remove the bulb
from its socket in the reflector by
gently pulling it straight backward out
of the socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
8. Install the coolant reservoir. If you are
unsure of how tight the bolts should be,
have them inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Bolt tightening torque
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)6.9―11.8
(0.7―1.2, 5.1―8.7)
NOTElTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton of the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly out of the reach of children.
Running lights/Parking lights (With
xenon fusion headlights)
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs must be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible because
it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Parking lights (With halogen
headlights)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.
3. Turn the cover counterclockwise and
remove it.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
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5. Remove the bulb by pushing it in
slightly and turning it
counterclockwise.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Front side-marker lights, Front turn
signal lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.
3.(Right side)
Remove the attachment bolts and the
coolant reservoir before replacing the
light bulb.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.5. Remove the bulb by pushing it in
slightly and turning it
counterclockwise.
Front side-marker lights
Front turn signal lights
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
7. Install the coolant reservoir. If you are
unsure of how tight the bolts should be,
have them inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Bolt tightening torque
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)6.9―11.8
(0.7―1.2, 5.1―8.7)
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Fog lightsí
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Turn the screws counterclockwise and
remove them.
3. Turn the screws and the center section
of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then remove the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector downward.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
Carefully remove the bulb from its
socket in the reflector by gently pulling
it straight backward out of the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton of the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly out of the reach of children.
Side turn signal lightsí, High-mount
brake light
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs must be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible because
it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Rear side-marker light
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
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2. Turn the bolts counterclockwise and
remove them.
3. Pull the unit rearward to remove it.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
Brake lights/Taillights
Rear turn signal lights
Rear side-marker light
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Taillights (Liftgate side), Reverse lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
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