2017 MAZDA MODEL 2 maintenance and care

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
*Some models.
Fuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)



DESCRIPTION FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 C/U IG1 15 A For protection of various circuits
2 ENGINE IG1 7.5 A Engine control system
3 SUNROOF 10 A —
4 INTERIOR 15 A Overhead light
5

7.5 A Engine control system
6 AUDIO2 15 A Audio system
7 METER1 10 A Instrument cluster
8 SRS1 7.5 A Air bag
9 METER2 7.5 A Instrument cluster
*
10 RADIO 7.5 A Audio system
11 ENGINE3 15 A Engine control system
12 ENGINE1 15 A Engine control system
13 ENGINE2 15 A Engine control system
14 AUDIO1 25 A Audio system
15 A/C MAG 7.5 A Air conditioner
*

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
*Some models.
DESCRIPTION FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
16 AT PUMP 15 A Transaxle control system
*
17 AT 15 A Transaxle control system *
18 D.LOCK 25 A Power door locks
19 H/L RH 20 A Headlight (RH)
20

7.5 A Engine control system
21 TAIL 20 A Tail lights, Number plate lights, Position lights
22 ST.HEATER 15 A —
— — —
23 ROOM 25 A Overhead light
24 FOG 15 A Front fog lights
*
25 H/CLEAN 20 A Headlight washer *
26 STOP 10 A Brake lights, Rear fog light *
27 HORN 15 A Horn
28 H/L LH 20 A Headlight (LH)
29 ABS/DSC S 30 A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
*
30 HAZARD 15 A Hazard warning À ashers, Direction indicator lights
31 FUEL PUMP 15 A Fuel system
*
32 FUEL WARM 25 A Fuel warmer *
33 WIPER 20 A Front window wiper
34

50 A For protection of various circuits
35 FAN2 30 A Cooling fan
*
36 FUEL PUMP 30 A —
37 ABS/DSC M 50 A ABS, Dynamic stability control system
*
38 EVVT 20 A Engine control system *
39 — — —
40 FAN1 30 A Cooling fan
*
41 FAN3 40 A Cooling fan *
42 ENG.MAIN 40 A Engine control system
43 EPS 60 A Power steering system
*
44 DEFOG 40 A Rear window defogger
45 IG2 30 A For protection of various circuits
46 INJECTOR 30 A Engine control system
*
47 HEATER 40 A Air conditioner
48 P.WINDOW1 30 A Power windows
49 DCDC DE 40 A For protection of various circuits
*

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
*Some models.
Fuse block (Left side)



DESCRIPTION FUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 — — —
2 — — —
3 — — —
4 — — —
5 F.OUTLET 15 A Accessory sockets
6 — — —
7 AT IND 7.5 A AT shift indicator
*
8 MIRROR 7.5 A Power control mirror
9 — — —
10 P.WINDOW2 25 A Power windows
11 R.WIPER 15 A Rear window wiper and washer
12 P.SEAT D 30A —
— — —
13 — — —
14 SRS2/ESCL 15 A Electronic steering lock
15 SEAT WARM 20 A Seat warmer
*
16 M.DEF 7.5 A Mirror defogger *

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Exterior Care
The paintwork on your Mazda represents
the latest technical developments in
composition and methods of application.

Environmental hazards, however, can
harm the paint's protective properties, if
proper care is not taken.

Here are some examples of possible
damage, with tips on how to prevent them.
Etching Caused by Acid Rain or
Industrial Fallout
Occurrence
Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions
drift into the air and mix with rain or dew
to form acids. These acids can settle on a
vehicle's ¿ nish. As the water evaporates,
the acid becomes concentrated and can
damage the ¿ nish.
And the longer the acid remains on the
surface, the greater the chance is for
damage.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its ¿ nish according to
the instructions in this section. These steps
should be taken immediately after you
suspect that acid rain has settled on your
vehicle's ¿ nish.
Damage Caused by Bird Dropping,
Insects, or Tree Sap
Occurrence
Bird droppings contain acids. If these
are not removed they can eat away the
clear and colour base coat of the vehicle's
paintwork.

When insects stick to the paint surface and
decompose, corrosive compounds form.
These can erode the clear and colour base
coat of the vehicle's paintwork if they are
not removed.

Tree sap will harden and adhere
permanently to the paint ¿ nish. If you
scratch the sap off while it is hard, some
vehicle paint could come off with it.
Prevention
It is necessary to have your Mazda washed
and waxed to preserve its ¿ nish according
to the instructions in this section. This
should be done as soon as possible.

Bird droppings can be removed with a soft
sponge and water. If you are travelling and
these are not available, a moistened tissue
may also take care of the problem. The
cleaned area should be waxed according to
the instructions in this section.
Insects and tree sap are best removed with
a soft sponge and water or a commercially
available chemical cleaner.

Another method is to cover the affected
area with dampened newspaper for one to
two hours. After removing the newspaper,
rinse off the loosened debris with water.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Water Marks
Occurrence
Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can
contain harmful minerals such as salt and
lime. If moisture containing these minerals
settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the
minerals will concentrate and harden to
form white rings. The rings can damage
your vehicle's ¿ nish.
Prevention
It is necessary to wash and wax your
vehicle to preserve its ¿ nish according to
the instructions in this section. These steps
should be taken immediately after you ¿ nd
water marks on your vehicle's ¿ nish. Paint Chipping
Occurrence
Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown
in the air by another vehicle's tyres hits
your vehicle.
How to avoid paint chipping
Keeping a safe distance between you and
the vehicle ahead reduces the chances
of having your paint chipped by À ying
gravel.
NOTE
  The paint chipping zone varies
with the speed of the vehicle. For
example, when travelling at 90 km/h
(56 mph), the paint chipping zone is
50 m (164 ft).
  In low temperatures a vehicle's ¿ nish
hardens. This increases the chance of
paint chipping.
  Chipped paint can lead to rust
forming on your Mazda. Before this
happens, repair the damage by using
Mazda touch-up paint according
to the instructions in this section.
Failure to repair the affected area
could lead to serious rusting and
expensive repairs.

Follow all label and container directions
when using a chemical cleaner or polish.
Read all warnings and cautions.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Maintaining the Finish
W a s h i n g
CAUTION
  When the wiper lever is in the
position and the ignition is switched
ON, the wipers may move
automatically in the following cases:
 


 If the windscreen above the rain
sensor is touched or wiped with a
cloth.
 


 If the windscreen is struck with a
hand or other object from either
outside or inside the vehicle.
  Keep hands and scrapers clear of the
windscreen when the wiper lever is
in the
position and the ignition
is switched ON as ¿ ngers could be
pinched or the wipers and wiper
blades damaged when the wipers
activate automatically.
 If you are going to clean the
windscreen, be sure the wipers are
turned off completely (when it is
most likely that the engine is left
running) this is particularly important
when clearing ice and snow.
 
 Do not spray water in the engine
compartment. Otherwise, it could
result in engine-starting problems or
damage to electrical parts.
  When washing and waxing the
vehicle, be careful not to apply
excessive force to any single area
of the vehicle roof or the aerial.
Otherwise, you could dent the
vehicle or damage the aerial. To help protect the ¿ nish from rust
and deterioration, wash your Mazda
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a
month, with lukewarm or cold water.

If the vehicle is washed improperly, the
paint surface could be scratched. Here are
some examples of how scratching could
occur.

Scratches occur on the paint surface when:
 


 The vehicle is washed without ¿ rst
rinsing off dirt and other foreign matter.
 


 The vehicle is washed with a rough, dry,
or dirty cloth.
 


 The vehicle is washed at a car wash that
uses brushes that are dirty or too stiff.
 


 Cleansers or wax containing abrasives
are used.

NOTE
  Mazda is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic car
washes or improper washing.
  Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint ¿ nishes.
To minimize scratches on the vehicle's
paint ¿ nish:




 Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter
using lukewarm or cold water before
washing.
 


 Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water
and a soft cloth when washing the
vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.
 


 Rub gently when washing or drying the
vehicle.
 


 Take your vehicle only to a car wash
that keeps its brushes well maintained.
 


 Do not use abrasive cleansers or wax
that contain abrasives.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
CAUTION
  Do not use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or anodised
aluminium parts. This may damage
the protective coating; also, cleaners
and detergents may discolour or
deteriorate the paint.
 
 (With detachable aerial)  To prevent damaging the aerial,
remove it before entering a car wash
facility or passing beneath a low
overhead clearance.
Pay special attention to removing salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign material from the
underside of the wings, and make sure the
drain holes in the lower edges of the doors
and rocker panels are clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial fallout, and similar deposits
can damage the ¿ nish if not removed
immediately. When prompt washing with
plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap
made for use on vehicles.

Thoroughly rinse off all soap with
lukewarm or cold water. Do not allow
soap to dry on the ¿ nish.

After washing the vehicle, dry it with a
clean chamois to prevent water spots from
forming.
WARNING
Dry off brakes that have become
wet by driving slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying
the brakes several times until the brake
performance returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been affected.
When using an automatic car wash
 




 Retract the door mirrors.



 The automatic car wash brushes could
reduce the paint lustre or hasten paint
deterioration.

When using a high water pressure car
wash
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of car wash
machine. If the car washer nozzle is
put too close to the vehicle, the force of
the spray could damage or deform the
molding, affect the sealability of parts,
and allow water to penetrate the interior.
Keep a suf¿ cient space (30 cm (12 in) or
more) between the nozzle and the vehicle.
In addition, do not spend too much time
spraying the same area of the vehicle, and
be very careful when spraying between
gaps in doors and around windows.

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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the ¿ nish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle body,
wax the metal trim to maintain its lustre.


1. Use wax which contains no abrasives.
Waxes containing abrasive will remove
paint and could damage bright metal
parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for
metallic, mica, and solid colours.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the
sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.

NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take
off the wax. Rewax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle does not need it.
Paint Damage Touch-up
Repair damage to the ¿ nish caused by
stone chipping, damage during parking
etc., by using Mazda touch-up paint before
rust begins to form. First, remove the dirt
and grease with a clean soft cloth.

If rust has already begun to form:


1. Remove rust completely with
sandpaper.
2. Wipe with a clean soft cloth.
3. Apply rust preventive primer to the
area.
4. After drying it completely, apply a
suitable top coat material to the area.

Of course there will be no problem if
you assign the work to an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer.
Cavity Protection
Cavities are treated for protection at the
factory, but additional protective treatment
after the vehicle has been put into use will
extend the life of the body.
We recommend that you consult an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer concerning this additional
precaution.
Bright-Metal Maintenance
 












 Use tar remover to remove road tar and
insects. Never do this with a knife or
similar tool.
 


 To prevent corrosion on bright-
metal surfaces, apply wax or chrome
preservative and rub it to a high lustre.
 


 During cold weather or in coastal areas,
cover bright-metal parts with a coating
of wax or preservative heavier than
usual. It would also help to coat them
with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or
some other protective compound.

CAUTION
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners,
or strong detergents containing highly
alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-
plated or anodised aluminium parts. This
may result in damage to the protective
coating and cause discolouration or
paint deterioration.