Window and Headlight
Washer Fluid
▼Inspecting Washer Fluid Level
WARNING
Use only windscreen washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windscreen, it will dirty the
windscreen, affect your visibility, and
could result in an accident.
Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.
The top of the float should be between
F and E.
Use plain water if washer
fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold
weather to prevent it from freezing.
NOTE
Front and rear washer
fluid is supplied
from the same reservoir.
Body Lubrication
▼Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and bonnet 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 bonnet's secondary
latch keeps the bonnet from opening
when the primary latch is released.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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▼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
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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.
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Replace the tyre when this happens.
1. New tread
2. Worn tread
3. Tread wear indicator
You should replace the tyre before the
band crosses the entire tread.
▼Replacing a Wheel
WARNING
Always use wheels of the correct size
on your vehicle:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling could
be affected, leading to loss of control
and an accident.
CAUTION
A wrong-sized wheel may adversely
affect:
¾Ty re
fit
¾Wheel and bearing life
¾Ground clearance
¾Snow-chain clearance
¾Speedometer calibration
¾Headlight aim
¾Bumper height
¾Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
*
NOTE
xWhen replacing a wheel, make sure
the new one is the same as the
original factory wheel in diameter,
rim width, and offset (inset/outset).
xFor details, contact an expert repairer
(we recommend an Authorised
Mazda Repairer).
Proper tyre balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tyres can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and
flat spots.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Light Bulbs
▼Light Bulbs
Front
Ty p e A
1. Vanity mirror lights*
2. Front overhead lights/Front map
lights
3. Side direction indicator lights
4. Front direction indicator lights/
Position lights
5. Running lights/Headlights (Low
beam)
6. Headlights (High/Low beam)
7. Running lights
8. Headlights (High beam)
*
9. Headlights (Wide-range low beam)*
Ty p e B
1. Vanity mirror lights*
2. Front overhead lights/Front map
lights
3. Side direction indicator lights
4. Running lights
*
5. Front direction indicator lights/
Position lights
6. Headlights (High/Low beam)
Rear
1. Luggage compartment light
2. High-mount brake light
3. Rear overhead light
4. Tail lights
*
5. Rear direction indicator lights
6. Brake lights/Tail lights
7. Tail lights (Liftgate side)
*
8. Reverse lights
9. Rear fog light*
10.Number plate lights
CAUTION
When removing the lens or lamp unit
using a flathead screwdriver, make sure
that the flathead screwdriver does not
contact the interior terminal. If the
flathead screwdriver contacts the
terminal, a short circuit may occur.
NOTE
xWhen replacing a bulb, contact an
expert repairer (we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer) if
necessary.
xUse the protective cover and carton
for the replacement bulb to dispose
of the old bulb promptly and out of
the reach of children.
xFor details regarding the installation
positions of the interior lights, refer
to the following:
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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