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
Owner Maintenance............... 6-16
Owner Maintenance
Precautions......................... 6-16
Bonnet................................ 6-17
Engine Compartment
Overview............................ 6-19
Engine Oil........................... 6-24
Engine Coolant.................... 6-28
Brake/Clutch Fluid............... 6-30
Window and Headlight Washer
Fluid................................... 6-31
Body Lubrication.................. 6-31
Wiper Blades....................... 6-32
Battery................................ 6-36
Key Battery Replacement...... 6-39
Tyres................................... 6-41
Light Bulbs...........................6-44
Fuses.................................. 6-46
Appearance Care.................... 6-54
Exterior Care....................... 6-54
Interior Care........................ 6-59
6-1
▼Inspecting Electrolyte Level
A low level of electrolyte fluid will
cause the battery to discharge quickly.
1. Upper level
2. Lower level
Inspect the electrolyte level at least
once a week. If it is low, remove the
caps and add enough distilled water to
bring the level between the upper and
lower level (illustration).
Do not overfill.
Examine the specific gravity of the
electrolyte with a hydrometer,
especially during cold weather. If it is
low, recharge the battery.
▼Battery Recharging
NOTE
xBefore performing maintenance or
recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
xTo disconnect the battery, remove
the negative lead first. Install it last
when connecting the battery.
xBe sure to remove the caps before
recharging the battery.
xDo not quick-charge the battery.
xIf the battery quickly discharges
because, for example, the lights
were left on too long with the engine
off, slow-charge it as required by
battery size and charger capacity.
xIf the battery gradually discharges
because of high electric load while
the vehicle is being used, recharge it
as required by battery size and
charger capacity.
▼Battery Replacement
Contact an expert repairer (we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer) for a battery replacement
purchase.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
6-38
Key Battery Replacement
▼Key Battery Replacement
If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not
flash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
¾Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur
if it is not installed correctly.
¾When replacing the battery, be
careful not to touch any of the
internal circuitry and electrical
terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could
be damaged.
¾There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly replaced.
¾Dispose of used batteries according
to the following instructions.
¾Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
¾Never disassemble.
¾Never throw the battery into fire or
water.
¾Never deform or crush.
¾Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2032 or equivalent).
The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:
xA message, “Low Key Fob Battery.
Replace Battery” is displayed on the
multi-information display when the
ignition is switched OFF.
xThe system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
xThe system's operational range is
reduced.
Incorrect battery replacement
operation may damage the key.
Replacing the battery at an expert
repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer) is
recommended. If replacing the battery
by yourself, follow the instruction.
Replacing the key battery
1. Remove the lower cover while
pressing the knob in the direction
of the arrow.
2. Press in the tab to unlock the upper
cover.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
6-39
(Without M Hybrid)
Classification Specification
SKYACTIV-G 2.0,
SKYAC-
TIV-G 2.5With i-stop
Q-85
*2
Without i-stop 12V-60Ah/20HR or 12V-65Ah/20HR
SKYACTIV-D 1.8
S-95
*2
*1 Check the battery installed on the vehicle and use a battery with an equal or
higher performance. However, the performance of the battery may vary even
among the same battery types, consult an expert repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer) for replacement.
*2
Q-85 or
S-95 is designed for i-stop system (FOR STOP & START). Only
Q-85 or
S-95 should be used to ensure correct operation of i-stop system (FOR STOP &
START). Consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer) for details.
Spark-plug
Classification Specification
SKYACTIV-G 2.0Except Thailand
Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
Thailand
Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PEHW-18-110
SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
SKYACTIV-X 2.0
Mazda Genuine spark plug
*2HF01-18-110
*1 This spark plug provides the SKYACTIV-G engine with optimum performance. Consult an expert
repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer) for details.
*2 Because the SKYACTIV-X 2.0 is a high compression ratio engine, the piston and plugs are close to
each other. If the replacement is not done using the correct procedure or a non-genuine plug is used,
the engine could be damaged. Consult an expert repairer (we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer) 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.
Specifications
Specifications
9-5
Index
A
Accessory Socket....................... 5-35
Active Driving Display................4-39
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)........................................ 4-98
Adaptive LED Headlights (ALH)..........
.............................................. 4-101
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories................................. 8-2
Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) ..........
.............................................. 4-166
Activation/deactivation.......4-168
Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL)
display............................... 4-168
Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL) set
indication (green)............... 4-167
Adjustable Speed Limiter (ASL)
standby indication (white)... 4-167
Setting the system...............4-169
Temporarily cancelling the
system............................... 4-169
Advanced Key
Advanced keyless entry
system................................... 3-9
Operational range................ 3-10
Advanced Keyless Entry System..... 3-9
Air-Conditioning System
Fully automatic type............... 5-9
Manual type...........................5-5
Operating tips........................ 5-2
Vent operation....................... 5-3
Antilock Brake System (ABS).......4-80
Ashtray..................................... 5-42
Assist Grips............................... 5-38
AUTOHOLD.............................. 4-74
AUTOHOLD Warning Beep........ 7-70
Automatic Transmission
Active Adaptive Shift (AAS)... 4-46
Automatic transmission
controls................................4-43
Direct mode.........................4-52
Driving tips.......................... 4-53
Manual shift mode............... 4-46
Shift-lock system...................4-44
Transmission ranges.............. 4-45
B
Battery...................................... 6-36
Inspecting electrolyte level.... 6-38
Maintenance........................ 6-37
Recharging........................... 6-38
Replacement........................ 6-38
Specifications......................... 9-4
Battery Runs Out....................... 7-39
Jump-starting....................... 7-39
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)....4-106
Cancelling operation of Blind Spot
Monitoring (BSM)...............4-110
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) Warning
Beep.........................................7-71
Body Lubrication....................... 6-31
Bonnet Release......................... 6-17
Bottle Holder............................ 5-38
Brakes
Brake assist.......................... 4-73
Brake override system........... 4-73
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)....4-70
Foot brake............................4-69
Pad wear indicator................4-73
Parking brake....................... 4-70
Warning light........................4-72
Brake Override System............... 4-73
Brake Override Warning Beep.....7-69
Brake System Warning Beep....... 7-69
C
Capacities...................................9-7
Carbon Monoxide..................... 3-33
Cell Phones................................ 8-4
Centre Console......................... 5-40
10-2
Index
Outside mirrors.................... 3-36
Rearview mirror.................... 3-39
Mirror Defogger........................ 4-67
Multi-information Display.......... 4-23
M Hybrid.................................. 4-86
O
Off-Road Traction Assist............ 4-84
Off-Road Traction Assist
indicator light....................... 4-84
Off-Road Traction
Assist switch......................... 4-84
Outside Mirrors.........................3-36
Outside temperature warning
beep........................................ 7-70
Overhead Console.................... 5-39
Overhead Lights........................ 5-33
Overheating.............................. 7-44
Owner Maintenance
Closing the bonnet............... 6-18
Engine compartment
overview.............................. 6-19
Key battery replacement........6-39
Opening the bonnet............. 6-17
Owner maintenance
precautions.......................... 6-16
P
Parking Brake............................ 4-70
Parking Sensor System............. 4-252
Park assist sensor system
operation........................... 4-255
Sensor detection range........4-254
Petrol Particulate Filter............. 4-236
Power Liftgate........................... 3-22
Power Liftgate Warning Beep...... 7-69
Power Steering.......................... 4-93
Power Windows........................ 3-41
R
Rearview Mirror........................ 3-39
Rear Coat Hooks....................... 5-39
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) ...........
.............................................. 4-126
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Warning Beep........................... 7-71
Rear Door Child Safety Locks..... 3-20
Rear Fog Light........................... 4-59
Rear Side Radar Sensor............ 4-224
Rear View Monitor.................. 4-238
Displayable range on the
screen................................ 4-240
Rear view monitor
operation........................... 4-242
Rear view parking camera
location............................. 4-239
Switching to the rear view monitor
display............................... 4-239
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image................................ 4-249
Viewing the display.............4-241
Rear window
Rear Window Defogger......... 4-66
Rear Window Defogger............. 4-66
Rear Window Washer................ 4-64
Rear Window Wiper.................. 4-64
Recommended Oil.................... 6-24
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country...................................... 8-2
Replacement
Fuse..................................... 6-46
Key battery........................... 6-39
Light bulbs........................... 6-44
Tyres.................................... 6-42
Wheel.................................. 6-43
Wiper.................................. 6-32
Roadside Emergency Triangle
Retaining Strap.......................... 7-23
10-8