2014 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR oil change

2–13
Essential Safety Equipment
Seat Belt Systems
Do not operate a vehicle with a damaged seat belt: Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous. An accident could damage the belt webbing
of the seat belt in use. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a
collision. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an
accident before they are used again.

Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been
expended: Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately inspect the front seat belt
pretensioners and air bags after any collision. Like the air bags, the front seat belt
pretensioners and load limiters will only function once and must be replaced after
any collision that caused them to deploy. A seat belt with an expended pretensioner
or load limiter is still better than wearing no seat belt at all; however, if the front seat
belt pretensioners and load limiters are not replaced, the risk of injury in a collision will
increase.

Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous. Always make
sure the shoulder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder and near your
neck, but never under your arm, on your neck, or on your upper arm.

Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt: The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would
concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear
the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible.
CAUTION
Belt retraction may become diffi cult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keep them
clean. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to "Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder
Belt Webbing" (page 6-71 ).

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4–10 8
When Driving
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system is designed to assist the drive\
r by monitoring
blind spots on both sides of the vehicle to the rear in certain situatio\
ns such as when
changing lanes on roads and freeways or reversing the vehicle from a par\
king garage.
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System consists of the Blind Spot Moni\
toring (BSM)
and Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA).
WARNING
Do not rely completely on the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system. Always look over
your shoulder before changing lanes or reversing the vehicle from a parking garage:
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) system can assist the driver in confi rming the safety of
the surroundings but is not a complete substitute. The driver is responsible for assuring
lane changes and other maneuvers. Always pay attention to the direction in which the
vehicle is traveling and the vehicle's surroundings.
NOTE
 y The detectability of the radar sensors has its limitations. The Blind Sp\
ot Monitoring
(BSM) System may not operate properly under the following conditions:
 y Ice, snow, or soil adheres to the rear bumper surface around the radar sensors. y During adverse weather conditions such as rain or snow, or under conditions where
water is sprayed.
 y The rear bumper area around the radar sensors is blocked by foreign material (such as
stickers or a bicycle carrier).
 y The radar sensors do not detect human, animal, shopping cart, bicycle, o\
r static objects
such as fences.
 y The radar sensors may not detect all types of vehicles around your vehicle, especially the
following types of vehicles:
 y Motorcycles y Vehicles with body shapes that radar may not refl ect such as a fl atbed trailer with no
cargo.
 y Vehicles with lower body height such as sports cars.
 y Although the system may detect objects on the road side such as parked vehicles or
guardrails and operate the warning light/beep, it does not indicate a malfun\
ction.
 y If the vehicle is driven on a road with less traffi c and few vehicles that the radar sensors
can detect, the system may pause (the Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) OFF\
indicator light
in the instrument cluster fl ashes). However, it does not indicate a malfunction.
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*Some models.5–57
Interior Features
Audio System
Applications
Select the icon on the home screen to display the Applications screen. The following
information can be verifi ed.
Top screen Item Function
Fuel Economy
Monitor Fuel Consumption
Control Status (Vehicles with
i-ELOOP)
Settings
Refer to Fuel Economy Monitor on page 4-86 .
Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance
Tire Rotation
Oil Change Refer to Maintenance Monitor (Type B audio) on page
6-20 .
HD Traffi c Image
* — —
Warning
Guidance Warnings currently being activated
can be verifi
ed. Refer to If a Warning Light Turns On or Flashes on
page 7-24 .
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6–4
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto
Rico)
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the fo\
llowing conditions
(severe driving conditions)apply.
 y Repeated short-distance driving y Driving in dusty conditions y Driving with extended use of brakes y Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used y Driving on rough or muddy roads y Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation y Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climate\
s y Driving in extremely hot conditions y Driving in mountainous conditions continually
If any do apply, follow Schedule 2. (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule \
2.)
Vehicles using Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance
Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance is available for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico \
residents whose
vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply:\

 y  Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation such as police car, taxi or driving
school car
 y  Driving in dusty conditions
If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 with engine oil fi xed maintenance.
Once engine oil fl exible maintenance is selected, the vehicle calculates the remaining oil\
life
based on engine operating conditions. The vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due
by illuminating the wrench indicator light in the instrument cluster. Change the oil as soon
as possible within the next 500 km (250 miles) or 15 days. Refer page 6-20 for the details.
Mazda Genuine 0W-20 Oil and Castrol
® 0W-20 Oil are required to achieve optimum
performance.
NOTE
 y  Please ensure that the Flexible Oil Maintenance Setting is reset after each Oil and Filter
replacement.
 y For maintenance guidelines beyond the miles/months listed, follow the ma\
intenance
intervals provided in the Scheduled Maintenance Tables.
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6–5
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 1
U.S.A. residents - Engine oil fl exible maintenance interval
Use when the maintenance monitor for “Oil Change” is set to “Fl\
exible”. For details, see
maintenance monitor. (page 6-20 )
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes fi
rst.
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
×1000 km 16 32 48 64 80 96 112 128
×1000 miles 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80
ENGINE
Drive belts I I
Engine oil & fi lter
*1 Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval: 12
months/16,000km (10,000 miles))
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant FL22 type
*2 Replace at fi
rst 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Others Replace at fi
rst 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 4 years; after that,
every 2 years.
FUEL SYSTEM
Air fi lter Replace when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil.
(Max interval:36 months/60,000km (37,500 miles))
Fuel lines and hoses
*3 I I I I
Hoses and tubes for emission
*3 I I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I
Disc brakes I I I I I I I I
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).
Steering operation and linkages I I I I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I
I I I
Driveshaft dust boots I I I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T
Exhaust system and heat shields I I
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air fi lter Replace when any equivalent timing of replacing engine oil.
(Max interval:24 months/48,000km (30,000 miles))
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fi ll up, or replace if necessary.
T: Tighten
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6–6
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Remarks:
*1 The engine oil and fi lter must be changed at least once a year or within 16,000km (10,000 mi\
les) since last
engine oil and fi lter change. The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of\
the
message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription “FL22” on t\
he radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. Use FL22 when replacing the coolant.
*3 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perfor\
m maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliabi\
lity.
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6–7
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
U.S.A. residents - Fixed maintenance interval
Use when the maintenance monitor for “Oil Change” is set to “Fi\
xed”. For details, see
maintenance monitor. (page 6-20 )
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes fi
rst.
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48
×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
ENGINE
Drive belts I
Engine oil & fi lter R R R R R R R R
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolant FL22 type
*1 Replace at fi
rst 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.
Others Replace at fi
rst 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 4 years; after that,
every 2 years.
FUEL SYSTEM
Air fi lter R
Fuel lines and hoses
*2 I I
Hoses and tubes for emission
*2 I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I
Disc brakes I I I I
Tire (Rotation)
*3 Rotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles).
Steering operation and linkages I I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I
I
Driveshaft dust boots I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air fi lter R R
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fi ll up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
T: Tighten
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6–10
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes fi
rst.
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.
All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L L L L L
Washer fl uid level I I I I I I I I I I I I
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air fi lter Replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 2 years.
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fi ll up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
T: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Engine oil fl exible maintenance is available for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents who\
se vehicle is operated
mainly where none of the following conditions apply.

” Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation such as police car, taxi or driving school car
” Driving in dusty conditions
If any do apply, follow fi xed maintenance.
The engine oil and fi lter must be changed at least once a year or within 16,000 km (10,000 m\
iles) since last
engine oil and fi lter change. The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of\
the
message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription “FL22” on t\
he radiator cap itself or the surrounding area. Use FL22 when replacing the coolant.
*3 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perfor\
m maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliabi\
lity.
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