2018 MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR engine coolant

SignalWarning
Charging System Warn-
ing Light If the warning light illuminates
while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alter-
nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Co nsult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated be‐
cause 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 driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way o n level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-24). If it's low, add th e 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.
(Red)
High Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extrem
ely high, and illumi-
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine l oad until you can find a safe place to stop the vehicle
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Illuminated light
This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immedi-
ately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-20.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engi ne coolant temperature warning light illumi‐
nated. Otherwise, it could result in damage to the engine.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Message Indicated on Display*
If a message is displayed in the center display (Type B audio), take appropriate action (in a
calm manner) according to the displayed message.

(Display example)
▼ Stop Vehicle in Safe Place Immediately
If the following messages are dis
played in the center display (Type B audio), a vehicle
system may be malfunctioning. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Display Indicated Condition
Displays if the engine coolant temperature has increased excess ively.
Displays if the charging system has a malfunction.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
7-36*Some models.
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▼Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item
Capacity
Engine oil SKYACTIV-G
2.0
With oil filter replacement
4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 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 SKYACTIV-G
2.0
For vehicle identi-
fication number
beginning with
JM1
*1
Manual transaxle 6.3 L (6.7 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
For vehicle identi-
fication number
beginning with
3MZ
*1
Manual transaxle 6.2 L (6.6 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 For vehicle identi-
fication number
beginning with
JM1
*1
Manual transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle
(U.S.A. and Canada)
6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)/ (Mexico)
6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
For vehicle identi-
fication number
beginning with
3MZ
*1
Manual transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil SKYACTIV-G 2.0 1.70 L (1.80 US qt, 1.50 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 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 U.S.A. and Canada 50.0 L (13.2 US gal, 11.0 Imp gal)
Mexico 51.0 L (13.5 US gal, 11.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with d
ipsticks or reservoir gauges.*1 Check the vehicle identificati on number on the vehicle identification number plate. Refer to Vehicle
Identification Number on page 9-2.
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
Child-restraint precautions.......... 2-20
Child-restraint system suitability for
various seat positions table..........2-27
Installing child-restraint
systems.........................................2-31
LATCH child-restraint systems... 2-40
Child Safety Locks fo r Rear Doors... 3-19
Climate Control System...................... 5-2 Automatic Climate Control........... 5-9
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate
Control......................................... 5-12
Gas specifications.......................... 9-9
Manual Climate Control................5-5
Operating Tips............................... 5-2
Vent Operation...............................5-3
Clock................................................. 5-29
Collision warning.............................. 7-41
Coming Home Light......................... 4-46
Control Status Display ...................... 4-73
Cruise Control................................. 4-141 Cruise Control Switch............... 4-141
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display.............................................. 4-17
Cup Holder...................................... 5-134
Customer Assistance.... ....................... 8-2
D
Dashboard Illumination. ....................4-16
Daytime Running Lights................... 4-47
Defogger Mirror...........................................4-54
Rear window........... .................... 4-53
Dimensions.......................................... 9-6
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS).............................................. 4-96 Indication on display................... 4-97
Door Locks........................................ 3-11
Drive selection.................................. 4-74
Driving In Flooded Ar ea...................3-50
Driving on Uneven Road.................. 3-51
Driving Tips
Automatic transaxle.....................4-42
Break-in period............................ 3-45
Driving in flooded a rea............... 3-50
Driving on uneven road...............3-51
Floor mat..................................... 3-46
Hazardous driving.. ..................... 3-46
Overloading............. .................... 3-50
Rocking the vehicle. .................... 3-47
Winter driving............................. 3-48
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)..... 4-68 DSC OFF Indicator Light............4-69
DSC OFF Switch.........................4-69
TCS/DSC Indicator Light............4-68
E
Electric parking brake (EPB)............ 4-61
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning
Beep...................................................7-42
Emergency StartingPush-Starting............................... 7-19
Starting a Flooded Engine........... 7-19
Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks........................... 7-23
Towing Description..................... 7-22
Emission Control System..................3-26
Ending Screen Display......................4-73
Engine Coolant.........................................6-25
Engine Compartment
Overview..................................... 6-22
Exhaust gas..................................3-27
Hood release................................ 6-20
Oil................................................ 6-23
Starting...........................................4-5
Essential information.......................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder......................... 8-21
Excessive Speed Warning................. 7-41
Exhaust Gas...................................... 3-27
Exterior Care..................................... 6-63
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Index
Aluminum Wheel Maintenance... 6-68
Bright-Metal Maintenance...........6-67
Maintaining the Finish................ 6-64
Plastic Part Maintenance............. 6-68
F
FlasherHazard warning........................... 4-56
Headlights.................................... 4-43
Flat Tire............................................... 7-3 Mounting the Spare Tire..............7-11
Removing a Flat Tire.................... 7-7
Floor Mat.......................................... 3-46
Fluid Brake/Clutch................................ 6-27
Washer......................................... 6-27
Fluids Classification................................. 9-4
Fog Lights......................................... 4-48
Foot Brake.........................................4-60
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-131
Front Seat............................................ 2-5
Fuel Filler lid and cap......................... 3-28
Gauge........................................... 4-15
Requirements............................... 3-25
Tank capacity.................................9-5
Fuel Consumption Display............... 4-72
Fuel Economy Monitor..................... 4-72 Control status display.................. 4-73
Ending screen display................. 4-73
Fuel consumption display............4-72
Fuses.................................................. 6-57 Panel description......................... 6-59
Replacement................................ 6-57
G
Gauges............................................... 4-12
Glove Compartment........................ 5-136
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-46
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-56
HeadlightsComing home light......................4-46
Control......................................... 4-43
Flashing....................................... 4-46
High-low beam............................ 4-46
Leaving home light..................... 4-47
Leveling....................................... 4-47
Head Restraint................................... 2-10
High Beam Control System
(HBC)................................................ 4-81 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)..................4-82
Hill Launch Assist (HL A)................ 4-64
HomeLink Wireless Control
System............................................... 4-56
Hood Release............. ....................... 6-20
Horn...................................................4-55
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-25
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate............................................... 7-45
Ignition
Switch............................................ 4-4
Ignition not switched off (STOP)
warning beep..................................... 7-39
Immobilizer System..... ..................... 3-41
Indicator Lights................................. 4-25 Low engine coolant
temperature.................................. 4-28
Wrench......................................... 4-28
Inside Trunk Release Lever.............. 3-24
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level.................................................. 6-27
Inspecting Coolant Level.................. 6-25
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