2016 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR clutch

6–16
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Schedule 2
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months 36912 1518212427303336
×1000 km 510 15202530354045505560
ENGINE
Drive belts I
Engine oil & filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system I
Engine coolant
*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter CRCRCR
Fuel lines and hoses I
*2
Hoses and tubes for emissionI*2
Fuel filterReplace every 60,000 km
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Brake and clutch fluid level III II
Brake fluid R
Disc brakes IIIIII
Tire (Rotation)
*3Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*3I IIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIII
I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I
II
Driveshaft dust boots III
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields III
All locks and hinges LLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIII
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air filter RRR
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
(Cont.)
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months 394245485154576063666972
×1000 km 65707580859095
100 10511 011 5120
ENGINE
Drive belts II
Engine oil & filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system II
Engine coolant
*1Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every 100,000 km or 5 years
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter CRCRCR
Fuel lines and hoses I
*2I
Hoses and tubes for emission I
*2I
Fuel filter Replace every 60,000 km
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Brake and clutch fluid level IIII
Brake fluid RR
Disc brakes IIIIII
Tire (Rotation)
*3Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear
*3I IIIII
Steering operation and linkages I
IIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play I
II
Driveshaft dust boots III
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields III
All locks and hinges LLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIII
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air filter RRR
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Owner Maintenance Precautions
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the
indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service
technician as soon as possible.
When Refueling
 Brake and clutch fluid level (page 6-32) Engine coolant level (page 6-30) Engine oil level (page 6-30) Washer fluid level (page 6-32)
At Least Monthly
 Tire inflation pressures (page 6-43)
At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mec\
hanical ability
and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this m\
anual.
 Engine coolant (page 6-30) Engine oil (page 6-27)
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only
for items that are easy to perform.
As explained in the Introduction (page 6-2), several procedures can be done only by a
qualified service technician with special tools.
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
Refer to Introduction (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you
are unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by\
an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids. Please
dispose of your waste properly and with due regard to the environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehicle to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Engine Compartment Overview
Windshield washer fluid reservoirBrake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstickBatteryFuse block
Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Brake/Clutch Fluid
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level
WARNING
If the brake/clutch fluid level is low, have
the brakes inspected:A low brake/clutch fluid level is
dangerous.
A low level could indicate brake lining
wear or a brake system leak which
could cause the brakes to fail and lead
to an accident.
The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the
same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept between the
MAX and MIN lines.
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.
Washer Fluid
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the windshield,
affect your visibility, and could result in
an accident.
Using Washer Fluid Without Anti-freeze
Protection in Cold Weather: Operating your vehicle in temperatures
below 4 degrees C (40 degrees F)
using washer fluid without anti-freeze
protection is dangerous as it could
cause impaired windshield vision and
result in an accident. In cold weather,
always use washer fluid with anti-
freeze protection.
NOTE
State or local regulations may restrict the
use of volatile organic compounds (VOCs),
which are commonly used as anti-freeze
agents in washer fluid. A washer fluid with
limited VOC content should be used only
if it provides adequate freeze resistance
for all regions and climates in which the
vehicle will be operated.
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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
NOTE
Be particularly careful when cleaning
shiny surface panels and metallic parts
such as plating as they can be scratched
easily.
Cleaning the Window Interiors
If the windows become covered with an
oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with
glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the
container.
CAUTION
 Do not scrape or scratch the inside of
the window glass. It could damage the
thermal filaments and the antenna lines.
 When washing the inside of the window
glass, use a soft cloth dampened in
lukewarm water, gently wiping the
thermal filaments and the antenna lines.
Use of glass cleaning pr oducts could
damage the thermal filaments and the
antenna lines.
Cleaning 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 (page
3-45).
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If Trouble Arises
Emergency Starting
Starting a Flooded Engine
If the engine fails to start, it may be
flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
1. If the engine does not start within
five seconds on the first try, wait ten
seconds and try again.
2. Make sure the parking brake is on.
3. Depress the accelerator all the way and
hold it there.
4. Depress the clutch pedal (Manual
transaxle) or the brake pedal
(Automatic transaxle), then press the
push button start. If the engine starts,
release the accelerator immediately
because the engine will suddenly rev
up.
5. If the engine fails to start, crank it
without depressing the accelerator.
If the engine still does not start using
the above procedure, have your vehicle
inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Push-Starting
Do not push-start your Mazda.
WARNING
Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed
could surge forward when its engine
starts, causing the two vehicles to
collide. The occupants could be injured.
CAUTION
Do not push-start a vehicle that has a
manual transaxle. It can damage the
emission control system.
NOTE
You cannot start a vehicle with an
automatic transaxle by pushing it.
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9–5
Specifications
Specifications
Lubricant Quality
LubricantClassification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page
6-27.
Manual transaxle oil API Service
GL-4
SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your
investment.
Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil 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)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 With oil filter replacement
4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Coolant SKYACTIV-G
2.0 For vehicle
identification
number beginning
with JM1
*1
Manual transaxle
6.3 L (6.7 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
For vehicle
identification
number beginning
with 3MZ
*1
Manual transaxle 6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.9 L (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 U.S.A. and
Canada
Manual transaxle
6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
Mexico Manual transaxle
6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 1.70 L (1.80 US qt, 1.50 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Fuel tank U.S.A. and Canada
50.0 L (13.2 US gal, 11.0 Imp gal)
Mexico 51.0 L (13.5 US gal, 11.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
*1 Check the vehicle identification number on the vehicle identifica tion number plate. Refer to Vehicle Identification Number on page 9-2.
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