2021 MAZDA MODEL CX-9 check oil

SignalWarning
Charging System Warn‐
ing Indication/Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while drivin
g, it indicates a malfunction of the alter‐
nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the ro ad and park off the right-of -way. Consult 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 pa rk off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes fo r the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-21). If it's low, add the 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 th e 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 Indication/Warning Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and illumi
‐
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine load 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 overheati ng. Park the vehicle in a safe place immedi ‐
ately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-23.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine coolant temperature warning light illumi‐
nated. Otherwise, it could resu lt in damage to the engine.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning
AWD Warning Indi‐
cation*
“4WD system malfunction” is displayed
The indication is displayed un der the following conditions. The system may have a mal‐
function. Have the vehicle checked at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
When there is a malfunction in the AWD system.When there is a large difference between th e tire size of the front and rear wheels.
“4WD system high-load” is displayed
The indication is displayed unde r the following conditions. Park the vehicle in a safe place
and check that the warning indi cation light turns off, and then drive the vehicle. Contact
an Authorized Mazda Dealer if the indication is continuously displayed.
When the differential oil temp erature is excessively high.When there is a large difference between th e front and rear wheel rotation, such as
when trying to remove the vehicle from mud.
(Turns on)
TCS/DSC Indicator
Light If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC or the brak
e assist system may have a malfunction and
they may not operate correctly . Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Air Bag/Front Seat
Belt PretensionerSystem Warning Light A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light consta
ntly flashes, constantly illu‐
minates or does not illuminate at all when th e ignition is switched ON. If any of these oc ‐
cur, consult an Authorized M azda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not operate
in an accident.WARNING
Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform all servicing and repairs:
Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner could
accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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SignalWarning Action to be taken
Low Fuel Warning In‐
dication/Warning Light The light turns on wh
en the remaining fuel
is about 9.0 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal).NOTE
The light illumination timing may vary be ‐
cause fuel inside the fuel tank moves
around according to the driving conditions
and the vehicle posture. Add fuel.
Check Fuel Cap Warn
‐
ing Indication/Warning
Light If the check fuel cap warning light illumi
‐
nates while driving, the fuel-filler cap may
not be installed properly. Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel-filler
cap.
Refer to Refueling on page 3-32.
Engine Oil Level
Warning Light This warning light indicates that the engine
oil level is around the MIN mark (page
6-21).
Add 1 L (0.3 US gal, 0.2 Imp gal) of en
‐
gine oil (page 6-20).
Seat Belt Warning Light (Front seat) Except Mexico
The seat belt warning lig
ht turns on if the
driver or front passenger's seat is occupied
and the seat belt is not fastened with the ig ‐
nition switched ON.
If the driver or front passenger's seat belt is
unfastened (only when the front passenger's
seat is occupied) and if the vehicle is driven
at about 20 km/h (12 mph) or faster, or
about 10 km/h (6 mph) or faster for a con ‐
tinuous 30 seconds, with the seat belt unfas ‐
tened, the warning light flashes for a certain
period. After a short time, the warning light
stops flashing, but remains illuminated.
NOTE
The warning light fla shes for about 6
seconds if the driver's seat belt is not fas ‐
tened when the ignition is switched ON.
To allow the front passenger occupant
classification sensor to function properly,
do not place and sit on an additional seat
cushion on the front passenger's seat.
The sensor may not function properly be ‐
cause the additional seat cushion could
cause sensor interference.
If a small child is seated on the front pas ‐
senger's seat, the warning light may not
operate. Fasten the seat belts.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Specifications
▼Engine
Item
Specification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 89.0 × 100 mm (3.50 × 3.94 in)
Displacement 2,488.5 ml (2,488.5 cc)
Compression ratio 10.5
▼Electrical System
Item
Classification
Battery
*112V-60Ah/20HR or 12V-65Ah/20HR
Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark plug
*2PY8V-18-110
*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 sa me battery types, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for replacement.
*2 The spark plugs provide the SKYACTIV-G its optimum performance. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
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.
▼ Lubricant Quality
Lubricant
Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 6-20.
Coolant FL-22 type
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Transfer case oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Rear differential oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Brake fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
Specifications
Specifications
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▼Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
▼Dimensions
U.S.A. and Canada
Item
Vehicle specification
Overall length 5,075 mm (199.8 in)
Overall width 1,969 mm (77.5 in)
Overall height 1,752 mm (69.0 in)
Front tread 1,659 mm (65.3 in)
Rear tread 1,656 mm (65.2 in)
Wheelbase 2,928 mm (115.3 in)
Mexico
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 5,075 mm (199.8 in)
Overall width 1,969 mm (77.5 in)
Overall height 1,747 mm (68.8 in)
Front tread 1,659 mm (65.3 in)
Rear tread 1,656 mm (65.2 in)
Wheelbase 2,928 mm (115.3 in)
Specifications
Specifications
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