6–10
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.
Months 4812 162024283236404448
×1000 km 816 24324048566472808896
×1000 miles 510 15202530354045505560
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TT
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.
All locks and hinges LLLLLLLLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if installed)
*6Inspect annually.
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
T: Tighten
L: Lubricate
D: Drain
Remarks:
*1 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.
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 fixed maintenance. The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year or within 16,000 km (10,000 miles) since last engine oil and filter change. The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the
message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine \
coolant other than FL-22 may cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.*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.
*4 The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) initialization must be performed\
so that the system operates normally (if equipped).*5 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.*6 Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
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