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NOTE
The initialization (engine oil data resetting) of the recorded value can be performed using
the following procedure:
1. Switch the ignition OFF.
2. Switch the ignition ON with the instrument panel illumination knob pressed, and press and hold the instrument panel illumination knob for about 5 seconds until the master
warning light 
 flashes.
 
Instrument panel illumination knob
3. After the master warning light  flashes for several seconds, the initialization is
completed.
▼ Inspecting Engine Oil Level
1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level
surface.
2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.
3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the sump.
4. Pull out the dipstick,  wipe it clean, and
reinsert it fully.
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and
SKYACTIV-G 2.5
 
MAX
OK
MIN
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SKYACTIV-D 2.2
 
MINOK
MAX
X Mark
NOTE
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
When inspecting the engine oil level,
pull out the dipstick straight without
twisting. In addition, when inserting
the dipstick, always insert it without
twisting so that the “X” mark faces the
front of the vehicle.
5. Pull it out again and examine the level.
The level is normal if it is between the
MIN and MAX marks.
If it is near or below MIN, add enough
oil to bring the level to MAX.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the engine oil. This may
cause engine damage.
6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting
the dipstick.
7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.
Engine Coolant
▼ Inspecting Coolant Level
WA R N I N G
Do not use a match or live flame in the
engine compartment. DO NOT ADD
COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has
been running, parts of the engine
compartment can become very hot. You
could be burned. Carefully inspect the
engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but
do not open it.
Pull over to a safe location, then switch
the ignition off and make sure the fan is
not running before attempting to work
near the cooling fan:
Working near the cooling fan when it is
running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running  indefinitely even if the
engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.
 Do not remove either cooling
system cap when the engine and radiator
are hot:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot out
under pressure and cause serious injury.
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Wiper Blades
CAUTION
Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to 
affect the
wiper's ability to clean windows.
 To prevent damage to the wiper blades,
do not use petrol, paraffin, paint thinner,
or other solvents on or near them.
 When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
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.
 If the windscreen above the rain sensor
is wiped with a cloth.
 If the windscreen is struck with a hand
or other object.
 If the rain sensor is struck with a hand
or other object from inside the vehicle.
Be careful not to pinch hands or  fingers
as it may cause injury, or damage the
wipers. When washing or servicing the
vehicle, make sure the wiper lever is in
the OFF position.
Contamination of either the windscreen or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.
 
If the blades are not wiping properly, clean
the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
▼ Replacing Windscreen Wiper Blades
When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, do not try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.
 Do not bend the blade rubber
unnecessarily when replacing it.
Otherwise, the metal stiffener in the
blade may deform and the windscreen
wiper operation may be adversely
affected.
NOTE
When raising both windscreen wiper arms,
raise the driver's side wiper arm first.
When lowering the wiper arms, slowly
lower the wiper arm from the passenger's
side first while supporting it with your
hand. Forcefully lowering the wiper arms
could damage the wiper arm and blade,
and may scratch or crack the windscreen.
1. Raise the wiper arm.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the windscreen
let the wiper arm down easily, do not
let it slap down on the windscreen.
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▼Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs
Headlights, Running lights/Position
lights (Type A), Ru
nning lights (Type
A), Front fog lights*, Side direction
indicator lights, Bra ke lights (Type A),
Brake lights/Tail lights (Type A),
Reverse lights, High-mount brake light
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 Authorised Mazda
Repairer when the replacement is
necessary.
Front direction indicator lights, Position
lights (Type B)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the bonnet. Refer to Bonnet on page 6-22.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly anticlockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Front direction indicator lights
Position lights
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse
order of the removal procedure.
Running lights (Type B)
*
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 centre of each plastic retainer
using a flathead screwdriver and
remove the retainers, and then partially
peel back the over fender.
Removal
Installation
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4. Pull the centre of each plastic retainerusing a flathead screwdriver and
remove the retainers, and then partially
peel back the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
5. Turn the socket and bulb assemblyanticlockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Rear direction indicator lights, Brake
lights/Tail lights (Type B)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
2. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver witha soft cloth to prev ent damage to the
cover, and then remove the cover with
the flathead screwdriver.
3. Turn the screws anticlockwise and remove them.
4. Pull the unit rearward to remove it.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
anticlockwise and remove it.
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6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.Rear direction indicator lights
Brake lights/Tail lights
7. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Rear fog light
*
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off and the headlight switch is off.
2. Pull the centre of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.
3. Remove the cover.
Removal
Installation
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
anticlockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Number plate lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens, and then remove the lens by
carefully prying on t he edge of the lens
with a flathead screwdriver.
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3. Insert the flathead screwdriver into thegap between the lens and the lens unit,
and then slide the screwdriver to
detach the lens.
4. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverseorder of the removal procedure.
Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
 
If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect th e appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse h as blown, the inside
element will be melted.
 
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer as soon as possible.
▼ Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on
 the vehicle's left
side
If the electrical system does not work, first
inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left side.
 
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
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3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fusepuller provided on the fuse block
located in the eng ine compartment.
4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is
blown.
Normal Blown
5. Insert a new fu
se of the same
amperage rating, and make sure it fits
tightly. If it does not  fit tightly, have an
expert install it. We recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow one
of the same rating from a circuit not
essential to vehicle  operation, such as
the AUDIO or OUTLET circuit.
CAUTION
Always replace a fuse with a genuine
Mazda fuse or equivalent of the same
rating. Otherwise you may damage the
electric system.
6. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed.
Replacing the fuse s under the bonnet
If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the fuses in
the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse
block under the bonnet. If a fuse is blown,
it must be replaced. Follow these steps:
 
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
2. Remove the fuse block cover.
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