2016 MAZDA MX5 MIATA 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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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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.
 When washing the inside of the window
glass, use a soft cloth dampened in
lukewarm water, gently wiping the
thermal filaments.
Use of glass cleaning products could
damage the thermal filaments.
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 transmission) pedal or
when getting in or out of the vehicle.
After removing the floor mats for cleaning,
always reinstall them securely (page
3-44).
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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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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
SignalWarning
Electronic Brake Force Distribution System
Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that \
some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.
WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfuncti\
on of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning LightThis warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while dr\
iving:
1.Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2.Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil p\
an.
3.Inspect the engine oil level 6-28. If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine
oil while being careful not to overfill.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive engine damage.
4.Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or \
after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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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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Specifications
Specifications
Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
ItemCapacity
Engine oil With oil filter replacement
4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.1 L (4.3 US qt, 3.6 Imp qt)
Coolant Manual transmission
6.0 L (6.3 US qt, 5.3 Imp qt)
Automatic transmission 5.9 L (6.2 US qt, 5.2 Imp qt)
Manual transmission oil 2.0 L (2.1 US qt, 1.8 Imp qt)
Automatic transmission fluid 7.2 L (7.6 US qt, 6.3 Imp qt)
Rear differential oil 0.6 L (0.6 US qt, 0.5 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 45.0 L (11.9 US gal, 9.90 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Dimensions
U.S.A. and Canada
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 3,915 mm (154.1 in)
Overall width 1,735 mm (68.3 in)
Overall height 16 inch wheel vehicle
1,235 mm (48.6 in)
17 inch wheel vehicle 1,240 mm (48.8 in)
Front tread 1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Rear tread 1,505 mm (59.3 in)
Wheelbase 2,310 mm (90.9 in)
Mexico
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 3,915 mm (154.1 in)
Overall width 1,735 mm (68.3 in)
Overall height 16 inch wheel vehicle
1,225 mm (48.2 in)
17 inch wheel vehicle 1,230 mm (48.4 in)
Front tread 1,495 mm (58.9 in)
Rear tread 1,505 mm (59.3 in)
Wheelbase 2,310 mm (90.9 in)
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10–3
Index
Coming Home Light ...........................4-38
Console Box
......................................5-137
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
.................3-34
Cruise Control
.....................................4-89
Cruise control switch .....................4-89
Cruise main indicator light (amber)/
cruise set indicator light (green)
....4-90
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display
................................................4-14
Cup Holder
........................................5-134
Customer Assistance
.............................8-2
D
Dashboard Illumination ......................4-13
Daytime Running Lights
.....................4-39
Defogger Mirror
............................................4-45
Rear window
.................................4-45
Dimensions
...........................................9-5
Door Locks
..........................................3-10
Drive Selection
....................................4-61
Driving In Flooded Area
.....................3-47
Driving Tips Automatic transmission
.................4-33
Break-in period .............................. 3-43
Driving in flooded area ..................3-47
Driving on uneven road
.................3-48
Floor mat
.......................................3-44
Hazardous driving
.........................3-44
Overloading
...................................3-47
Rocking the vehicle
.......................3-45
Saving fuel and protection of the
environment ................................... 3-43
Winter driving
...............................3-45
Driving on Uneven Road
....................3-48
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)
.......4-57
DSC OFF indicator light
...............4-58
DSC OFF switch
...........................4-58
TCS/DSC indicator light
...............4-57
E
Emergency Starting Push-starting
..................................7-26
Starting a flooded engine
...............7-26
Emergency Towing Tiedown hooks
..............................7-31
Towing description
........................7-30
Emission Control System
....................3-23
Ending Screen Display
........................4-60
Engine Coolant
..........................................6-29
Engine compartment overview
.....6-26
Exhaust gas .................................... 3-24
Hood release
..................................6-24
Oil
..................................................6-27
Starting
............................................4-3
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
...4-11
Essential Information
............................6-2
Event Data Recorder
...........................8-20
Exhaust Gas
........................................3-24
Exterior Care
.......................................6-59
Aluminum wheel maintenance
......6-64
Bright-metal maintenance
.............6-63
Convertible top maintenance .........6-64
Maintaining the finish
...................6-61
Plastic part maintenance
................6-66
F
Flasher Hazard warning
.............................4-46
Headlights
.....................................4-35
Flat Tire
.................................................7-3
Mounting the tire
...........................7-20
Removing a tire
.............................7-16
Floor Mat
............................................3-44
Fluid Brake/Clutch
.................................6-31
Washer
...........................................6-31
Fluids Classification
...................................9-4
Foot Brake
...........................................4-51
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Index
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) .........4-84
Fuel Filler lid and cap ............................ 3-25
Gauge
............................................4-12
Requirements ................................. 3-22
Tank capacity
..................................9-5
Fuel Consumption Display
.................4-60
Fuel Economy Monitor
.......................4-59
Ending screen display
...................4-60
Fuel consumption display
.............4-60
Fuel-Filler Lid When fuel-filler lid cannot be
opened
...........................................7-29
Fuses
...................................................6-54
Panel description
...........................6-56
Replacement
..................................6-54
G
Gauges ...................................................4-9
H
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................4-46
Hazardous Driving
..............................3-44
Head Restraint
.......................................2-6
Headlights Coming home light
........................4-38
Control ........................................... 4-35
Flashing
.........................................4-38
High-low beam
..............................4-38
Leaving home light
.......................4-39
Leveling ......................................... 4-39
High Beam Control System (HBC)
....4-66
High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)
....................4-68
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)
...................4-53
HomeLink Wireless Control System ...4-47
Hood Release
......................................6-24
Horn
....................................................4-46
I
i-ACTIVSENSE ..................................4-64
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)
.............................................4-65
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
......4-74
Camera and sensors
.......................4-64
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)
...4-84
High Beam Control System
(HBC)
............................................4-66
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)
.........................................4-69
Radar sensors (rear) .......................4-87
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ...4-81
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-33
Ignition Switch
..............................................4-2
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
......................................7-46
Illuminated Entry System
.................5-132
Immobilizer System
............................3-39
Indicator Lights
...................................4-18
Low engine coolant temperature
...4-20
Wrench
..........................................4-20
Inside Trunk Release Lever
................3-20
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ...6-31
Inspecting Coolant Level
....................6-29
Inspecting Engine Oil Level
...............6-28
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level ............6-31
Instrument Cluster
.................................4-9
Interior Care
........................................6-66
Cleaning the floor mats
.................6-69
Cleaning the window interiors
......6-69
Instrument panel top maintenance ...6-68
Leather upholstery maintenance
...6-67
Panel maintenance
.........................6-68
Plastic part maintenance
................6-68
Seat belt maintenance
....................6-66
Upholstery maintenance
................6-67
Vinyl upholstery maintenance
.......6-67
Interior Lights Overhead light
.............................5-131
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