Rocking the Vehicle
WA R N I N G
Do not spin the wheels at high speed, and
do not allow anyone to stand behind a
wheel when pushing the vehicle:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the
wheels at high speed is dangerous. The
spinning tyre could overheat and explode.
This could cause serious injuries.
CAUTION
Too much rocking may cause engine
overheating, transaxle failure, and tyre
damage.
If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator
slightly and slowly move the shift lever/
selector lever from 1 (D) to R.
Winter Driving
Carry emergency gear, including tyre
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper leads, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer to check the
following:
•Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on page 6-29.
•Inspect the ba ttery and its leads. Cold
reduces battery capacity.
•Use an engine oil appropriate for the
lowest ambient temperatures that the
vehicle will be driven in (page 6-25).
•Inspect the ignition system for damage
and loose connections.
•Use washer fluid made with
antifreeze―but do not use engine
coolant antifreeze for washer fluid (page
6-32).
NOTE
•Remove snow before driving. Snow left
on the windscreen is dangerous as it
could obstruct vision.
•Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice or
frozen snow on the mirror glass and
windscreen.
•Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows and
mirrors as it could result in the glass
cracking.
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Driving Tips
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Turbocharger Information (SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
CAUTION
After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hi ll, idle the engine at least 30 seconds before
stopping it. Otherwise, the turbocharger could be damaged. However, when i-stop
operates, idling is unnecessary.
Racing or over-revving the engine, particularly after it's just been started, can damage the
turbocharger.
To protect the engine from damage, the engine is designed so that it cannot be raced just
after starting it in extremely cold weather.
The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced de sign provides improved
operation and requires minimum maintenance.
To get the most from it, observe the following.
1. Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenan ce (page 6-3).
2. Use only recommended engine oil (page 6-25). Extra additives are NOT recommended.
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Driving Tips
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SignalWarning Page
ABS Warning Light*1
Electronic Brake
Force Distribu- tion System
Wa r n i n g 7-43
ABS warning 7-46
Charging System Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-43
Engine Oil Warning Light*17-43
(Red) High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Indication/Warning Light
*17-43
Power Steering Malfunction Indication/Malfunction Indicator Light*17-43
Master Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-46
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-46
(Red)
*Brake Pedal Operation Demand Warning Light*1
Flashing
4-84
Buzzer & Flash- ing
7-46
Check Engine Light*17-46
*Automatic Transaxle Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-46
*4WD Warning Indication/Warning Light*17-46
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light*17-46
*Tyre Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light*1
Flashing
7-46
Turns on 7-53
(Amber/White)
*KEY Warning Indication Amber
7-46
White 7-53
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
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▼Glow Indicator Light
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
When the ignition is switched ON, the
glow indicator light turns on. The glow
indicator light turns
off when preheating is
finished.
A problem in the system might be
indicated under the following conditions.
Have your vehicle inspected by an expert
repairer, we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
•The glow indicator light does not turn
on when the ignition is switched ON or
it remains on.
•The glow indicator light is flashing.
NOTE
If the vehicle is left with the ignition
switched ON without starting the engine
and a long period of time has elapsed
since preheating finished, the preheating
may be performed again and the glow
indicator light may turn on.
▼ Wrench Indication/Indicator Light
Type A instrument cluster
Perform maintenance in accordance with
the message.
Type B instrument cluster
When the ignition is switched ON, the
wrench indicator ligh
t is illuminated and
then turns off afte r a few seconds.
When illuminated
The wrench indicator light turns on under
the following conditions:
•When the preset maintenance period has
arrived.
•When it’s time to replace the engine oil.
Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page 6-
17.
When flashing (SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
The sedimentor separates water from the
fuel.
If water accumulates in this filter, the
warning light will flash. When it does,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible.
▼ Low Engine Coolant Temperature
Indicator Light (Blue)*
The light illuminates continuously when
the engine coolant temperature is low and
turns off after the engine is warm.
When Driving
Instrument Cluster and Display
4-50*Some models.
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information........................6-2 Introduction.................................. 6-2
Scheduled Maintenance.................... 6-3 Scheduled Maintenance................ 6-3
Maintenance Monitor................. 6-17
Owner Maintenance........................ 6-20 Owner Maintenance
Precautions................................. 6-20
Bonnet........................ .................6-22
Engine Compartment
Overview.................................... 6-24
Engine Oil...................................6-25
Engine Coolant........................... 6-29
Brake/Clutch Fluid ..................... 6-31
Window and Headlight Washer
Fluid............................................6-32
Body Lubrication...... .................. 6-32
Wiper Blades.............................. 6-33
Battery........................................ 6-38
Key Battery Replacement........... 6-41
Tyres........................................... 6-43
Light Bulbs................................. 6-47
Fuses........................................... 6-54
Appearance Care............................. 6-61
Exterior Care.............................. 6-61
Interior Care................................6-66
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Scheduled Maintenance
NOTE
After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the
recommended intervals.
Emission control and related systems
The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control system and to
efficient engine operation. Do not tamper with them.
All inspections and adjustments m ust be made by an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
▼ Europe
My Mazda Service
The maintenance monito
r alerts regarding the next maintenance due. The next mainte-
nance is due at least every 20,000 km or 12 months after the re spective last mainte-
nance.
Maintenance 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th10th 11th 12th
SKYACTIV-G 2.0, AND SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Spark plugs
*1Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).
Air filter
*2RRRR
Fuel lines and hoses IIIIII
Evaporative system (if installed) III I
Engine oil & filter
*3*4RRRRRRRRRRRR
SKYACTIV-D 2.2
Engine oil & filter Except Uk-
raine
*3*4*6RRRRRRRRRRRR
Ukraine
*5*6Replace every 10,000 km (6, 250 miles) or 12 months.
Fuel lines and hoses Except Uk-
raine
IIIIII
Ukraine IIIIIIIIIIII
Fuel filter RRR R
Fuel injection system
*7IIII
Fuel system (Drain water)
*8
Air filter*2CCRCCRCCRCCR
SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5, AND SKYACTIV-D 2.2
Drive belts
*9IIII
Cooling system IIIIII
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Maintenance1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 9th10th 11th 12th
Engine coolant*10Replace at first 200,000 km (125, 000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 5 years.
Battery
*11IIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I I I I I
Brake fluid
*12RRRRRR
Parking brake IIIIIIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIIII
Manual transaxle oil Replace every 180,000 km (112,500 miles).
Rear differential oil
*13
Transfer oil*13
Front and rear suspensi on, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play IIIIII
Driveshaft dust boots IIIIII
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 5 years.
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTTTTT
Body condition (for rust, corrosion and perfora-
tion) IIIIIIIIIIII
Cabin air filter (if installed) RRRRRR
Tyres (including spare tyr e) (with inflation pres-
sure adjustment)
*14IIIIIIIIIIII
Emergency flat tyre repair kit (if installed)
*15IIIIIIIIIIII
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, r epair, adjust, fill up, or replac e if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
T: Tighten
D: Drain
Remarks:
*1 In the countries below, inspect the spark plugs at every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 12 months before replacing them at the said interval.
Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Latvia, Mac edonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania,
Serbia, Slovakia, Ukraine
*2 If the vehicle is operated in v ery dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air filter more often
than the recommended intervals.
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Scheduled Maintenance
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*3 Flexible setting is factory preset for some countries in Europ e. Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer for
details. Flexible setting can be s et if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions
apply.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is poli ce car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
Once the flexible maintenance is selected, the vehicle calculat es the remaining oil life based on engine
operating conditions and lets you know when an oil change is du e by illuminating the wrench indicator light in
the instrument cluster.
Reset the engine oil data wheneve r replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light
display.
*4 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the followin g conditions, replace the engine oil and oil filter at
every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or shorter.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is poli ce car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regul arly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*5 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the followin g conditions, replace the engine oil and oil filter at
every 5,000 km (3,125 miles) or 6 months.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is poli ce car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regul arly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*6 For SKYACTIV-D 2.2, r eset the engine oil data whenever replaci ng the engine oil regardless of the message/
wrench indicator light display.
*7 Implement the fuel injection amount correction.*8 Drain water in the fuel system if the indicator lights is ON.*9 Also inspect the air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, inspect the drive belts at every
20,000 km (12,500 miles) or 12 months .
a) Driving in dusty conditions
b) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
c) Driving for long period in col d temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only
d) Driving in extremely hot conditions
e) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*10 Use of FL-22 is recommended wh en replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*11 Inspect the battery electrolyte level, specific gravity and o uter appearance. The sealed battery only requires an
outer appearance inspection.
*12 If the brakes are used extensi vely (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extreme ly humid climates, replace the brake flui d annually.
*13 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.*14 Tyre rotation is recommended every 10,000 km (6,250 miles).*15 Check the tyre repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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