2016 MAZDA MX5 MIATA recommended oil

6–68
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
NOTE
 Because genuine leather is a natural
material, its surface is not uniform and
it may have natural scars, scratches,
and wrinkles.
 To maintain the quality for as long as
possible, periodical maintenance, about
twice a year, is recommended.
 If the leather upholstery comes into
contact with any of the following, clean
it immediately.
Leaving it uncleaned could cause
premature wear, mold, or stains.
 Sand or dirt Grease or oil, such as hand cream Alcohol, such as in cosmetic or hair
dressing items
 If the leather upholstery gets wet,
promptly remove moisture with a dry
cloth. Remaining moisture on the
surface may cause deterioration such as
hardening and shrinkage.
 Exposure to direct sunlight for long
periods may cause deterioration and
shrinkage. When parking the car under
direct sunlight for long periods, shade
the interior using sunshades.
 Do not leave vinyl products on the
leather upholstery for long periods.
They may affect the leather quality
and coloring. If the cabin temperature
becomes hot, the vinyl may deteriorate
and adhere to the genuine leather.
Plastic Part Maintenance
CAUTION
Do not use polishing agents.
Depending on the product ingredients,
they could cause discoloration, stains,
cracks or peeling of the coating.
Instrument Panel Top
Maintenance
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx.
5%) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
Panel Maintenance
If a panel becomes soiled, wipe it off with
a soft cloth soaked in clean water and
thoroughly wrung out.
If some areas require further cleaning, use
the following procedure:
1. Wipe the soiled area with a soft cloth
soaked in a mild detergent (approx. 5
%) diluted with water.
2. Wipe off the remaining detergent using
a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
NOTE
Be particularly careful when cleaning
shiny surface panels and metallic parts
such as plating as they can be scratched
easily.
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If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
To install the antitheft lug nut
1. Place the special key on top of the nut,
and be sure to hold the key square to
it. If you hold the key at an angle, you
may damage both key and nut. Do not
use a power impact wrench.
2. Place the lug wrench on top of the
special key, apply pressure, and turn it
clockwise.
Nut tightening torque
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 108—147
(12—14, 80—108)
Mounting the Tire
1. Remove dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub, including the hub bolts, with a
cloth.

WARNING
Make sure the mounting surfaces of
the wheel, hub and lug nuts are clean
before changing or replacing tires:
When changing or replacing a tire,
not removing dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub
and hub bolts is dangerous. The lug
nuts could loosen while driving and
cause the tire to come off, resulting in
an accident.
2. Mount the tire.
3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled
edge inward; tighten them by hand.

WARNING
Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts
and bolts and do not tighten the
lug nuts beyond the recommended
tightening torque:Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could
loosen while driving and cause the tire
to come off, resulting in an accident.
In addition, lug nuts and bolts could
be damaged if tightened more than
necessary.
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9–4
Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Engine
ItemSpecification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 83.5 × 91.2 mm (3.29 × 3.59 in)
Displacement 1,997.6 ml (1,997.6 cc)
Compression ratio 13.0
Electrical System
ItemClassification
Battery 12V-45Ah/20HR
Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
*1 The spark plugs provide the SKYACTIV-G its optimum performance. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
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.
Lubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 6-27.
Coolant FL-22 type
Manual transmission oil Mazda Original Long Life Gear Oil IS
*1
Automatic transmission fluid Mazda Genuine JWS3309
Rear differential oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
*1 Mazda Original Long Life Gear Oil IS is superior oil for optimum shift-feel. Using Mazda Original Long Life Gear Oil IS is recommended. If Mazda Original Long Life Gear Oil IS cannot be obtained, use standard oil (API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-90)). However, shifting in very low temperatures may become difficult.
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your
investment.
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10–5
Index
J
Jack .......................................................7-4
Jump-Starting
......................................7-23
K
Key Left-in-trunk Warning Beep (With the
advanced keyless function)
.................7-47
Key Left-in-vehicle Warning Beep (With
the advanced keyless function)
...........7-47
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
....................................................7-47
Key Suspend Function
..........................3-7
Keyless Entry System
...........................3-3
Keys
......................................................3-2
Key suspend function
......................3-7
Transmitter
......................................3-4
L
Label Information .................................9-2
Lane-Change Signals
..........................4-40
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
...............................................4-69
LDWS switch
................................4-72
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)
Warning Sound
....................................7-48
Leaving Home Light
...........................4-39
Light Bulbs Replacement
..................................6-45
Specifications
..................................9-7
Lighting Control .................................. 4-35
Lights-on Reminder
............................7-45
Lubricant Quality
..................................9-4
M
Maintenance Information
......................................6-2
Scheduled
........................................6-4
Maintenance Monitor
..........................6-20 Manual Transmission Operation
.........4-21
Recommendations for shifting
......4-23
Message Indicated on Display
............7-43
Meters and Gauges
................................4-9
Mirror Defogger
..................................4-45
Mirrors Outside mirrors .............................. 3-28
Rearview mirror
............................3-29
O
Odometer and Trip Meter ....................4-10
Outside Mirrors
...................................3-28
Outside Temperature Display
..............4-13
Overhead Light
.................................5-131
Overheating
.........................................7-27
Overloading
.........................................3-47
Owner Maintenance Closing the hood
...........................6-25
Engine compartment overview
.....6-26
Key battery replacement
...............6-38
Opening the hood
..........................6-24
Owner maintenance precautions
...6-22
P
Parking Brake ......................................4-52
Personalization Features
.......................9-9
Power Steering
....................................4-63
Power Windows
..................................3-31
R
Radar Sensors (Rear) ..........................4-87
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
........4-81
Rear Window Defogger
......................4-45
Rearview Mirror
..................................3-29
Recommended Oil
..............................6-27
Recording of Vehicle Data
..................8-21
Recreational Towing
...........................3-49
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country
...............................................8-17
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