Owner MaintenancePrecautions
▼Owner Maintenance Precautions
The owner or a qualifi
ed service
technician should make these vehicle
inspections at the indicated intervals to
ensure safe and dependable
operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of
an Authorized Mazda Dealer or
quali fied service technician as soon as
possible.
When Charging the Vehicle
Brake fluid level (page 6-12)Coolant level (page 6-11)Washer fluid level (page 6-13)Lead-acid Battery Maintenance
(page 6-20)
At Least Monthly
Tire in flation pressures (page 6-23)
At Least Twice a Year (For Example,
Every Spring and Fall)
You can do the following scheduled
maintenance items if you have some
mechanical ability and a few basic
tools and if you closely follow the
directions in this manual.
Coolant (page 6-11)
Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for items that are easy
to perform.
As explained in the Introduction (page
6-2), several procedures can be done
only by a quali fied service technician
with special tools.
Improper owner maintenance during
the warranty period may a ffect
warranty coverage. Refer to
Introduction (page 6-2) for owner's
responsibility in protecting your
investment. For details, read the
separate Mazda Warranty statement
provided with the vehicle. If you are
unsure about any servicing or
maintenance procedure, have it done
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
There are strict environmental laws
regarding the disposal of waste fluids.
Please dispose of your waste properly
and with due regard to the
environment.
We recommend that you entrust the
fl uid changes of your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Do not perform maintenance work if
you lack suffi cient knowledge and
experience or the proper tools and
equipment to do the work. Have
maintenance work done by a
quali fied technician:
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle is dangerous if not done
properly. You can be seriously injured
while performing some maintenance
procedures.
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Motor Compartment Overview
▼Motor Compartment Overview
1. Brake
fluid reservoir
2. Lead-acid battery
3. Fuse block
4. Cooling system cap
5. Coolant reservoir
6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Lead-acid Battery
▼Lead-acid Battery
WARNING
Read the following precautions
carefully before using the lead-acid
battery or inspecting to ensure safe
and correct handling:
Always wear eye protection
when working near the lead-acid
battery:
Working without eye protection is
dangerous. Lead-acid battery fluid
contains SULFURIC ACID which could
cause blindness if splashed into your
eyes. Also, hydrogen gas produced
during normal lead-acid battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
lead-acid battery to explode.
Wear eye protection and
protective gloves to prevent contact
with lead-acid battery fluid:
Spilled lead-acid battery fluid is
dangerous.
Lead-acid battery fluid contains
SULFURIC ACID which could cause
serious injuries if it gets in eyes, or on
the skin or clothing. If this happens,
immediately flush your eyes with water
for 15 minutes or wash your skin
thoroughly and get medical attention.
Always keep lead-acid batteries
out of the reach of children:
Allowing children to play near
lead-acid batteries is dangerous.
Lead-acid battery fluid could cause
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or
on the skin.
Keep flames and sparks away
from open lead-acid battery cells and
do not allow metal tools to contact
the positive (+) or negative (-)
terminal of the lead-acid battery
when working near a lead-acid
battery. Do not allow the positive (+)
terminal to contact the vehicle body:
Flames and sparks near open lead-acid
battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen
gas, produced during normal lead-acid
battery operation, could ignite and
cause the lead-acid battery to explode.
An exploding lead-acid battery can
cause serious burns and injuries. Keep
all flames including cigarettes and
sparks away from open lead-acid
battery cells.
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Keep all flames and sparks
away from open lead-acid battery
cells because hydrogen gas is
produced from open lead-acid battery
cells while charging the lead-acid
battery or adding lead-acid battery
fl uid:
Flames and sparks near open lead-acid
battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen
gas, produced during normal lead-acid
battery operation, could ignite and
cause the lead-acid battery to explode.
An exploding lead-acid battery can
cause serious burns and injuries. Keep
all flames including cigarettes and
sparks away from open lead-acid
battery cells.
NOTE
Before performing lead-acid battery
maintenance, remove the lead-acid
battery cover.
▼ Lead-acid Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a lead-acid
battery:
Keep it securely mounted.Keep the top clean and dry.Keep terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
Rinse o
ff spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the
lead-acid battery cables and charge
the lead-acid battery every 6 weeks.
▼ Lead-acid Battery Replacement
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for lead-acid battery replacement.
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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
Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur
if it is not installed correctly.
When 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.
There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly replaced.
Dispose of used batteries according
to the following instructions.
Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
Never disassemble.
Never throw the battery into fire or
water.
Never deform or crush.
Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2032 or equivalent).
The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:
A message, “Low Key Fob Battery.
Replace Battery” is displayed on the
multi-information display when the
power switch is switched OFF.
The system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
The system's operational range is
reduced.
Incorrect battery replacement
operation may damage the key.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended. If
replacing the battery by yourself,
follow the instruction.
Replacing the key battery
1. Remove the lower cover while sliding the knob in the direction of
the arrow.
2. Press in the tab to unlock the upper
cover.
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3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead
screwdriver into the gap and slide it
in the direction of the arrow.
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the
direction of the arrow and remove
the upper cover.
5. Remove the cap using the
tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
6. Remove the battery using
tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
7. Insert a new battery into the
transmitter so that the positive pole
is facing up.
8. Install the cap.
9. Install the upper cover.
10.Insert the tabs of the lower cover into the slots of the transmitter and
install the lower cover.
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Do not rub the camera cover or lens
forcefully, or clean them with an
abrasive or hard brush.
NOTE
If there are water droplets, snow, or
mud on the camera lens, wipe it o ff
using a soft cloth. If the camera lens is
especially dirty, wash it o ff with mild
detergent.
▼ Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over
the aluminum wheels. Special care is
needed to protect this coating.
CAUTION
Do not use any detergent other than
mild detergent. Before using any
detergent, verify the ingredients.
Otherwise, the product could discolor
or stain the aluminum wheels.
NOTE
Do not use a wire brush or any
abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, or solvent on aluminum
wheels. They may damage the
coating.
Always use a sponge or soft cloth to
clean the wheels.
Rinse the wheels thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also, be
sure to clean the wheels after driving
on dusty or salted roads to help
prevent corrosion.
Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash that uses
high-speed or hard brushes.
▼Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of
the lights, do not use gasoline,
kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint,
thinner, highly acidic detergents, or
strongly alkaline detergents.
Otherwise, these chemical agents
can discolor or damage the surfaces
resulting in a signi ficant loss in
functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, flush with water
immediately.
If plastic parts such as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
coolant, or lead-acid battery fluid, it
could cause discoloration, staining ,
or paint peeling. Wipe o ff any such
chemical agents or fluids using a soft
cloth immediately.
High water temperature and high
water pressure car washers are
available depending on the type of
high pressure car washer device. If
the car washer nozzle is put too
close to the vehicle or aimed at one
area for an extended period of time,
it could deform plastic parts or
damage the paint.
Do not use wax containing
compounds (polish). Otherwise, it
could result in paint damage.
In addition, do not use an electrical
or air tool to apply wax. Otherwise,
the frictional heat generated could
result in deformation of plastic parts
or paint damage.
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7If Trouble Arises
Helpful information on what to do if a problem arises with the
vehicle.
Parking in an Emergency............ 7-2 Parking in an Emergency......... 7-2
Flat Tire................................... 7-3 Tool Storage.......................... 7-3
Emergency Flat Tire Repair
Kit........................................ 7-4
Changing a Flat Tire..............7-10
Troubleshooting for Charging ..........
............................................ 7-11 What to do when charging is not
possible.............................. 7-11
Depleted Lead-acid Battery...... 7-12 Jump-Starting...................... 7-12
Fully Discharged High Voltage
Battery...................................7-16 Fully Discharged High Voltage
Battery................................ 7-16
Emergency Starting................. 7-17 Push-Starting....................... 7-17
Emergency Towing.................. 7-18 Towing Description.............. 7-18
Tiedown Hooks*.................. 7-19
Warning/Indicator Lights and
Warning Sounds..................... 7-21 If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................ 7-21
Message Indicated on Multi-
information Display............. 7-33
Warning Sound is
Activated.............................7-37
When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened................................. 7-42 When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened.............................. 7-42
Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate................................. 7-43 If the Active Driving Display Does
Not Operate........................ 7-43
Windshield Wipers Operate at High
Speed.................................... 7-44 Windshield Wipers Operate at
High Speed......................... 7-44
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