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Engine Compartment Overview
Windshield washer fluid reservoirBrake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick Battery Fuse block
Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
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Inspect fl uid level in the washer fl uid
reservoir; add fl uid if necessary.
L F
OK
The top of the fl oat should be between F
and L.
Use plain water if washer fl uid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fl uid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
NOTE
Front and rear washer fl uid is supplied
from the same reservoir.
Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
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1. Remove the cover and raise the wiper arm.
2. Firmly rotate the wiper blade to the right until it unlocks, then remove the
blade.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the rear window,
do not let the wiper arm fall on it.
3. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder.
4. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in the
new blade.
CAUTION
Do not bend or discard the stiff eners.
You need to use them again.
5. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.
Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
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*Some models.
CAUTION
When removing the lens or lamp unit
using a fl athead screwdriver, make
sure that the fl athead screwdriver does
not contact the interior terminal. If
the fl athead screwdriver contacts the
terminal, a short circuit may occur.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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/Daytime running lights,
Daytime running lights/Parking lights
(Type A), Front side-marker lights
(Type A), Fog lights
* , Brake lights (Type
A), Taillights (Type A), Reverse lights,
High-mount brake light, Side turn
signal lights, Rear side-marker lights
(Type A)
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.
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.
Refer to Hood on page 6-20 .
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Front side-marker 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 center of each plastic retainer using a fl athead screwdriver and
remove the retainers, and then partially
peel back the over fender.
Removal
Installation
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4. Pull the center of each plastic retainer using a fl athead screwdriver and
remove the retainers, and then partially
peel back the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
Rear turn signal lights, Brake lights/
Taillights/Rear side-marker lights (Type
B)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the turn signal switch is off.
2. Wrap a small fl athead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
cover, and then remove the cover with
the fl athead screwdriver.
3. Turn the bolts counterclockwise and remove them.
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4. Pull the unit rearward to remove it.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side- marker lights
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
License plate lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.
2. Wrap a fl athead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the lens,
and then remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with a
fl athead screwdriver.
3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.
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Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Fuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left
side
If the electrical system does not work, fi rst
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.
3. Pull the fuse straight out with the
fuse puller provided on the fuse block
located in the engine compartment.
4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is blown.
Normal Blown
5. Insert a new fuse of the same amperage rating, and make sure it fi ts tightly. If
it does not fi t tightly, have an expert
install it. We recommend an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
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.
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6. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed.
Replacing the fuses under the hood
If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the fuses
in the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse
block under the hood. 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.
3. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the
same amperage rating .
Normal Blown
WARNING
Do not replace the main fuse by
yourself. Have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform the replacement:
Replacing the fuse by yourself is
dangerous because the MAIN fuse
is a high current fuse. Incorrect
replacement could cause an electrical
shock or a short circuit resulting in a
fi r e .
4. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed.
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