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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
WARNING
Never touch the glass portion of a
halogen bulb with your bare hands
and always wear eye protection when
handling or working around the bulbs:When a halogen bulb breaks, it is
dangerous. These bulbs contain
pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will
explode and serious injuries could be
caused by the flying glass.
If the glass portion is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children: Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb or
breaking it some other way.
CAUTION
When removing the lens or lamp unit
using a flathead screwdriver, make
sure that the flathead screwdriver does
not contact the interior terminal. If
the flathead screwdriver contacts the
terminal, a short circuit may occur.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If the halogen bulb is accidentally
touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
Use the protective cover and carton for
the replacement bulb to dispose of the
old bulb promptly and out of the reach
of children.
Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs
Headlights (With LED headlights)
Low/High beam bulbs
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with the
unit. We recommend an Authorized Mazda
Dealer when the replacement is necessary.
Headlights (With halogen headlights)
Low-beam bulbs
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. If you are changing the right bulb, start
the engine, turn the steering wheel all
the way to the left, and turn off engine.
If you are changing the left bulb, turn
the steering wheel to the right.
3. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers.
Remova l
Installation
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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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.
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over the
aluminum wheels. Special care is needed
to protect this coating.
CAUTION
Do not use any detergent other than
mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients.
Otherwise, the product could discolor
or stain the aluminum wheels.
NOTE
Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive
cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent
on aluminum wheels. They may damage
the coating.
Always use a sponge or soft cloth to
clean the wheels.
Rinse the wheels thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also, be sure
to clean the wheels after driving on
dusty or salted roads to help prevent
corrosion.
Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash that uses high-
speed or hard brushes.
Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolor or damage the
surfaces resulting in a significant loss
in functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, flush with water
immediately.
If plastic parts such as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery
fluid, it could cause discoloration,
staining, or paint peeling. Wipe off any
such chemical agents or fluids using a
soft cloth immediately.
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of high pressure
car washer device. If the car washer
nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or
aimed at one area for an extended period
of time, it could deform plastic parts or
damage the paint.
Do not use wax containing compounds
(polish). Otherwise, it could result in
paint damage.
In addition, do not use an electrical or
air tool to apply wax. Otherwise, the
frictional heat generated could result
in deformation of plastic parts or paint
damage.
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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
Light This 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 6-29. 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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Specifications
Specifications
Specifications
Engine
ItemSpecification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 89.0 × 100 mm (3.50 × 3.94 in)
Displacement 2,488.5 ml (2,488.5 cc)
Compression ratio 13.0
Electrical System
ItemClassification
Battery Q-85*1
12V-60Ah/20HR*2 or 12V-65Ah/20HR*2
Spark-plug number
Mazda Genuine spark plug*3PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
*1 Q-85 is designed for i-ELOOP system. Only Q-85 should be used to ensure correct operation of i-ELOOP
system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details.
*2 Not for i-ELOOP system.
*3 This spark plug provides the SKYACTIV-G engine with optimum performance. Contact 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 6-26.
Coolant FL-22 type
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.
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Specifications
Specifications
Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
ItemCapacity
Engine oil 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 Manual transaxle
6.9 L (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 7.2 L (7.6 US qt, 6.3 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 1.65 L (1.74 US qt, 1.45 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 62.0 L (16.4 US gal, 13.6 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Dimensions
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length Without license plate holder
4,865 mm (191.5 in)
With license plate holder 4,895 mm (192.7 in)
Overall width 1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Overall height 1,450 mm (57.1 in)
Front tread 17 inch wheel vehicle
1,585 mm (62.4 in)
19 inch wheel vehicle 1,595 mm (62.8 in)
Rear tread 17 inch wheel vehicle
1,575 mm (62.0 in)
19 inch wheel vehicle 1,585 mm (62.4 in)
Wheelbase 2,830 mm (111.4 in)
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Index
Ending Screen Display ........................4-85
Engine Coolant .......................................... 6-29
Engine compartment overview ..... 6-25
Exhaust gas .................................... 3-27
Hood release .................................. 6-23
Oil .................................................. 6-26
Starting ............................................ 4-5
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge .........................................4-16, 4-24
Essential Information ............................ 6-2
Event Data Recorder ........................... 8-21
Exterior Care ....................................... 6-64
Aluminum wheel maintenance ...... 6-69
Bright-metal maintenance ............. 6-68
Maintaining the finish ................... 6-66
Plastic part maintenance ................ 6-69
F
Flasher
Hazard warning ............................. 4-65
Headlights ..................................... 4-53
Flat Tire ................................................. 7-3
Mounting the spare tire ................. 7-10
Removing a flat tire ......................... 7-7
Floor Mat ............................................ 3-45
Fluid Brake/Clutch ................................. 6-31
Washer ........................................... 6-31
Fluids Classification ................................... 9-4
Fog Lights ........................................... 4-58
Foot Brake ........................................... 4-70
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) ....... 4-146
Fuel Filler lid and cap ............................ 3-28
Gauge ................................... 4-16, 4-24
Requirements ................................. 3-25
Tank capacity .................................. 9-5
Fuel Consumption Display ................. 4-84Fuel Economy Monitor .......................
4-83
Control Status Display .................. 4-85
Control status display .................... 4-85
Ending Screen Display ..................4-85
Ending screen display ................... 4-85
Fuel Consumption Display ............ 4-84
Fuel consumption display ............. 4-84
Fuses ................................................... 6-57
Panel description ........................... 6-59
Replacement .................................. 6-57
G
Gauges ................................................. 4-12
Glove Compartment ............................ 5-92
H
Hazard Warning Flasher ......................4-65
Hazardous Driving .............................. 3-45
Head Restraint ..................................... 2-13
Headlights Coming home light ........................ 4-57
Control ........................................... 4-53
Flashing ......................................... 4-56
Headlight flashing ......................... 4-56
High-low beam .............................. 4-56
Leaving home light ....................... 4-57
Leveling ......................................... 4-58
High Beam Control System (HBC) .... 4-91
High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green) .................... 4-93
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ................... 4-74
HomeLink Wireless Control System ...4-66
Hood Release ...................................... 6-23
Horn .................................................... 4-65
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I
i-ACTIVSENSE ..................................4-88
Active safety technology ............... 4-88
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS) ............................................. 4-90
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) ...... 4-94
Camera and sensors ....................... 4-89
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) ........................................ 4-107
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) ...4-146
High Beam Control System
(HBC) ............................................ 4-91
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) ....................................... 4-125
Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC) ....................................... 4-115
Pre-crash safety technology .......... 4-88
Radar sensor (front) .....................4-150
Radar sensors (rear) .....................4-153
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ...4-111
Smart Brake Support (SBS) ........ 4-143
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS) ........................................ 4-138
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR) ........................................... 4-100
i-ELOOP ............................................. 4-80
Control status display .................... 4-82
Display .......................................... 4-80
i-ELOOP Warning Beep ................ 7-38
i-ELOOP indicator light ................ 4-82
i-ELOOP warning beep ....................... 7-38
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-22
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate ................................................. 7-41
Ignition Switch .............................................. 4-4
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep ...................................... 7-37
Illuminated Entry System ...................5-87
Immobilizer System ............................ 3-40Indication/Indicator Lights ..................
4-36
Indicator Lights Low engine coolant temperature ... 4-38
Wrench .......................................... 4-38
Inside Trunk Release Lever ................3-23
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ...6-31
Inspecting Coolant Level ....................6-29
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ............... 6-29
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level ............6-31
Instrument Cluster ............................... 4-12
Interior Care ........................................ 6-70
Active driving display
maintenance ................................... 6-72
Cleaning the floor mats ................. 6-73
Cleaning the window interiors ...... 6-72
Instrument panel top (Soft pad)
maintenance ................................... 6-72
Leather upholstery maintenance ... 6-71
Panel maintenance ......................... 6-72
Plastic part maintenance ................ 6-71
Seat belt maintenance .................... 6-70
Upholstery maintenance ................ 6-71
Vinyl upholstery maintenance .......6-71
Interior Lights ..................................... 5-85
Courtesy lights .............................. 5-85
Map lights ...................................... 5-85
Overhead lights ............................. 5-85
J
Jack ....................................................... 7-4
Jump-Starting ...................................... 7-13
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Index
Multi-information Display ..................4-21
Average fuel economy ................... 4-26
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display .......................................... 4-27
Compass Display ........................... 4-27
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display .......................................... 4-27
Current fuel economy .................... 4-26
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display ............................. 4-27
Distance-to-empty ......................... 4-25
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ............................................ 4-24
Fuel Gauge .................................... 4-24
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display ........................... 4-27
Maintenance Monitor .................... 4-26
Mazda Radar Cruise Control (MRCC)
Display .......................................... 4-27
Odometer and Trip Meter .............. 4-23
Outside Temperature Display ........ 4-25
Warning (Display Indication) ........ 4-28
O
Odometer and Trip Meter ...........4-23, 4-24
Outside Mirrors ................................... 3-31
Outside Temperature Display ..... 4-18, 4-25
Overhead Console ............................... 5-91
Overhead Lights .................................. 5-85
Overheating ......................................... 7-17
Overloading ......................................... 3-48
Owner Maintenance Closing the hood ........................... 6-24
Engine compartment overview .....6-25
Key battery replacement ............... 6-38
Opening the hood .......................... 6-23
Owner maintenance precautions ... 6-20
P
Parking Brake ...................................... 4-71
Personalization Features ..................... 9-10
Power Steering .................................... 4-87
Power Steering Warning Buzzer ......... 7-39
Power Windows .................................. 3-34
R
Radar Sensor (Front) .........................4-150
Radar Sensors (Rear) ........................ 4-153
Rear Coat Hooks ................................. 5-92
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ...... 4-111
Rear Door Child Safety Locks ............ 3-20
Rear Seat ............................................. 2-11
Rear View Monitor ............................4-163
Displayable range on the screen ...4-165
Picture quality adjustment ........... 4-170
Rear view monitor operation ....... 4-166
Rear view parking camera
location ........................................ 4-164
Switching to the rear view monitor
display ......................................... 4-164
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed image ... 4-169
Viewing the display ..................... 4-166
Rear Window Defogger ...................... 4-63
Rearview Mirror .................................. 3-32
Rear window Rear Window Defogger ................. 4-63
Recommended Oil .............................. 6-26
Recording of Vehicle Data .................. 8-22
Recreational Towing ........................... 3-50
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................... 8-18
Replacement Fuse ............................................... 6-57
Key battery .................................... 6-38
Light bulbs .................................... 6-45
Tires ............................................... 6-42
Wheel ............................................ 6-43
Wiper ............................................. 6-33
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