2023 MAZDA MODEL CX-50 engine oil

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.
▼ High Engine Coolant Temperature
Warning Indicat ion
Displays if the engine coolant
temperature has increased excessively.
“Elevated Engine Coolant Temp. Drive
Slowly” displayed
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.
“Excessive Engine Coolant Temp. Stop
the Vehicle in a Safe Location”
displayed
This indicates the possibility of
overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe
place immediately and stop the
engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-15.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high
engine coolant temperature warning
light illuminated. Otherwise, it could
result in damage to the engine.
▼ Power Steering Malfunction
Indication/Indicator Light
The message is displayed if the electric
power steering has a malfunction.
If the message is displayed, stop the
vehicle in a safe place and do not
operate the steering wheel. There is no
problem if the indication turns off
when the engine is restarted after
some time has passed. If the indication
displays even after the engine is
restarted, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer if the message is
displayed continuously.
NOTE
If the message is displayed, the
power steering will not operate
normally. In this case, the steering
wheel can still be operated,
however, the operation may feel
heavy compared to normal, or the
steering wheel could vibrate when
turning.
Repeatedly jerking the steering
wheel left and right while the vehicle
is stopped or moving extremely
slowly will cause the power steering
system to go into protective mode
which will make the steering feel
heavy, but this does not indicate a
problem. If this occurs, park the
vehicle safely and wait several
minutes for the system to return to
normal.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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▼Low Fuel Warning Indication/
Warning Light
The warning indication/warning light
displays/turns on wh
en the ignition is
switched ON and the remaining fuel is
about 9 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal) or
the remaining distance to empty is 50
km (31 miles) or shorter. The warning
light flashes when the vehicle
continues to be driven with the
warning indication/warning light
displayed/turned on and the
remaining fuel in the tank is near
empty.
NOTE
The light illumination timing may vary
because fuel inside the fuel tank moves
around according to the driving
conditions and the vehicle posture.
Action to be taken
Add fuel. If the light is flashing, refuel
as soon as possible.
▼ Check Fuel Cap Warning
Indication/Warning Light
If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates while driving, the fuel-filler
cap may not be installed properly.
Action to be taken
Stop the engine and reinstall the
fuel-filler cap.
Refer to Refueling on page 3-30.
▼
Engine Oil Level Warning
Indication/Warning Light
This warning light indicates that the
engine oil level is around the MIN
mark (page 6-18).
CAUTION
Do not continue to drive the vehicle
with the engine oil level warning
indication/warning light displayed/
turned on. If the vehicle continues to
be driven with an
insufficient amount
of engine oil, it could cause damage to
the engine.
Action to be taken
Add 1 L (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp gal) of
engine oil (page 6-16).
▼ Seat Belt Warning Indication/
Warning Light (Front seat)
The seat belt warning light turns on if
the driver or front passenger's seat is
occupied and the seat belt is not
fastened with the ignition 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 continuous 30
seconds, with the seat belt unfastened,
the warning light flashes for a certain
period. After a short time, the warning
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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▼Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
War n in g Be ep
The warning buzzer is activated under
the following conditions:
The vehicle is driven with the parking
brake applied.
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB)
switch is pulled while the vehicle is
driven.
You attempt to start driving the
vehicle while the conditions for
releasing the Electric Parking Brake
(EPB) automatically have not been
met.
▼AUTOHOLD Warning Beep
Warning light flashes/message is
displayed and beep sound is activated
simultaneously for about 5 seconds
when using AUTOHOLD function or
when AUTOHOLD switch is operated.
Because a problem with AUTOHOLD
function has occurred, AUTOHOLD
function does not operate even if
AUTOHOLD switch is operated.

If the warning light flashes/message is
displayed and the beep sound is
activated simultaneously, have your
vehicle inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
▼
Vehicle Problem Warning Beep
If any of the following problems occur,
a warning beep is activated. Check the
information regarding the warning
indication in the instrument cluster or
on the center display.
Automatic transmission problemIncrease in automatic transmission
internal temperature
Brake
fluid amount decreaseEngine oil level sensor problemElectric Parking Brake (EPB) problemEngine hydraulic pressure decreaseEngine coolant temperature increaseEngine system problem
▼Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
System Warning Beep*
The Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
warning beep operates when the turn
signal lever is operated to the side
where the Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) warning light is illuminated.
▼Rear Cross
Tra ffi c Alert (RCTA)
Warning Beep*
The Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
warning beep is activated if there is a
possibility of collision with a vehicle
approaching from the rear on the left
and right sides of the vehicle.
▼ Lane/Road Departure Warning
Beep*
The warning beep is activated when
the system determines that the vehicle
may depart from the lane or the road.
Check whether the vehicle has not
deviated from the driving lane/road.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Specifications
▼Engine
Item Specification
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
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 13.010.5
▼Electrical System
Classification
Specification
Battery
*1With i-stop LN3 EFB*2
Without i-stop12V-60Ah/20HR
Spark-plug
number SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Mazda Genuine spark
plug
*3PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Mazda Genuine spark
plug
*3PY8V-18-110
*1 Check the battery installed on the vehicle and us
e a battery with an equal or higher performance.
However, the performance of the battery may vary even among the same battery types, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement.
*2 LN3 EFB is designed for i-stop system (FOR STOP & START). Only LN3 EFB should be used to ensure correct operation of i-stop system (FOR STOP & START). Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.
*3 This spark plug provides the SKYACTIV-G engine with optimum performance. Contact an AuthorizedMazda Dealer for details.
CAUTION
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do no t 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 6-16.
Coolant FL-22 type
Automatic transmission fluid
*1Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Transfer case oil
*2Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Rear differential oil
*2Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Specifications
Specifications
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LubricantClassification
Brake fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
*1 Periodic replacement is unnecessary.*2 Replacement is necessary when the component is submerged in water.
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2) for owner's responsibility in protecting your
investment.
▼Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item
Capacity
Engine oil SKYACTIV-G 2.5
With oil filter re-
placement
4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter re-
placement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T With oil filter re-
placement
4.8 L (5.1 US qt, 4.2 Imp qt)
Without oil filter re-
placement 4.6 L (4.9 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Coolant SKYACTIV-G 2.5
6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T For engine
8.4 L (8.9 US qt, 7.4 Imp qt)
For water-cooled
charge air cooler 1.6 L (1.7 US qt, 1.4 Imp qt)
Automatic
transmission
fluid SKYACTIV-G 2.5
7.7 L (8.1 US qt, 6.8 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T 8.0 L (8.5 US qt, 7.0 Imp qt)
Transfer case oil 0.40 L (0.42 US qt, 0.35 Imp qt)
Rear differential oil 0.35 L (0.37 US qt, 0.31 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 60.0 L (15.9 US gal, 13.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and
fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
Cruise Control........................ 4-198Cruise control switch.......... 4-198
Cruise standby indication (white)/
cruise set indication (green) ..........
......................................... 4-198
Cup Holder.............................. 5-47
Customer Assistance (Canada)..... 8-6
Customer Assistance (Mexico)..... 8-9
Customer Assistance (Puerto
Rico).......................................... 8-8
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)....... 8-2
Cylinder Deactivation................ 4-10
D
Daytime Running Lights............. 4-53
Defogger.................................. 4-59 Mirror.................................. 4-60
Rear window........................ 4-59
Dimensions.................................9-6
Display..................................... 4-18
Distance & Speed Alert (DSA).. 4-110 Indication on display...........4-111
Door Locks............................... 3-11
Door-ajar Warning Beep............ 7-40
Driver Attention Alert (DAA).... 4-111
Driving In Flooded Area............. 3-51
Driving on Uneven Road............ 3-52
Driving Position Memory........... 2-10
Driving Tips...............................3-46 Automatic transmission......... 4-48
Break-in period.................... 3-46
Driving in flooded area......... 3-51
Driving on uneven road.........3-52
Floor mat............................. 3-48
Hazardous driving.................3-47
Overloading......................... 3-51
Rocking the vehicle...............3-49
Saving fuel and protection of the
environment.........................3-46
Turbocharged vehicles (SKYACTIV-
G 2.5T)................................ 3-52
Winter driving...................... 3-49
Dynamic Stability Control
(DSC)....................................... 4-81 TCS/DSC indicator light........4-81
E
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)........ 4-68
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning
Beep.........................................7-39
Emergency Lane Keeping (ELK) ..........
.............................................. 4-141Blind Spot Assist................. 4-141
Road Keep Assist................ 4-144
Emergency Starting Push-starting........................ 7-14
Starting a flooded engine...... 7-14
Emergency Towing Tiedown hooks..................... 7-18
Towing description............... 7-17
Emission Control System............ 3-28
Engine Coolant............................... 6-19
Engine compartment
overview.............................. 6-14
Exhaust gas.......................... 3-28
Hood release....................... 6-12
Oil....................................... 6-16
Starting.................................. 4-5
Essential Information................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder.................. 8-18
Excessive Speed Warning........... 7-40
Exterior Care............................. 6-43 Aluminum wheel
maintenance........................ 6-48
Bright-metal maintenance..... 6-47
Maintaining the finish........... 6-44
Plastic part maintenance....... 6-48
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Index
F
FlasherHazard warning.................... 4-61
Headlights............................4-49
Flat Tire Changing a flat tire................. 7-5
Mounting the spare tire.......... 7-9
Removing a flat tire................ 7-6
Floor Mat................................. 3-48
Fluids Brake/Clutch........................6-20
Classification.......................... 9-4
Washer................................ 6-21
Foot Brake................................ 4-67
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC) ..........
.............................................. 4-189
Front Camera/Side Cameras/Rear
Camera.................................. 4-197
Front Radar Sensor.................. 4-193
Fuel Filler lid and cap...................3-29
Requirements....................... 3-27
Tank capacity......................... 9-5
Fuses........................................ 6-35 Panel description.................. 6-38
Replacement........................ 6-35
G
Gauges..................................... 4-18
Glove Compartment..................5-50
H
Hazardous Driving.....................3-47
Hazard Warning Flasher............. 4-61
HeadlightsComing home light...............4-52
Flashing................................4-52
High-low beam.................... 4-52
Leaving home light............... 4-52
Leveling................................4-53
Head Restraint.......................... 2-15
High Beam Control System
(HBC)....................................... 4-93 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)........... 4-94
Hill Launch Assist (HLA)............. 4-77
HomeLink Wireless Control
System...................................... 4-62
Hood Release........................... 6-12
Horn........................................ 4-61
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes......................................7-20
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.................................... 7-42
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep........................... 7-37
Ignition Switch............................ 4-4
Illuminated Entry System............ 5-40
Immobilizer System................... 3-42
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level.........................................6-20
Inspecting Coolan t Level............ 6-19
Inspecting Engine Oil Level.........6-18
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level..... 6-21
Instrument Cluster..................... 4-18 Average fuel economy...........4-26
Compass display.................. 4-27
Current fuel economy........... 4-26
Dashboard illumination........ 4-24
Distance-to-empty................4-25
Engine coolant temperature
gauge...................................4-22
Fuel gauge........................... 4-23
Indication/indicator lights..... 4-31
i-ACTIVSENSE display........... 4-27
Mazda intelligent Drive Select
(Mi-Drive) Display................ 4-26
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Index
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with Stop
& Go function) System
Warnings.................................. 7-40
Message Indicated on Multi-
information Display................... 7-32
Meters...................................... 4-18
MirrorsOutside mirrors.................... 3-32
Rearview mirror.................... 3-34
Mirror Defogger........................ 4-60
Multi-information Display.......... 4-20
O
Outside Mirrors.........................3-32
Overhead Console.................... 5-49
Overhead Lights........................ 5-39
Overheating.............................. 7-15
Overloading.............................. 3-51
Owner Maintenance Closing the hood..................6-13
Engine compartment
overview.............................. 6-14
Key battery replacement........6-29
Opening the hood................ 6-12
Owner maintenance
precautions.......................... 6-11
P
Panorama sunroof..................... 3-39
Parking Brake............................ 4-68
Parking Sensor System............. 4-215
Power Liftgate........................... 3-22
Power Liftgate Warning Beep...... 7-38
Power Steering.......................... 4-88
Power Windows........................ 3-36
R
Rearview Mirror........................ 3-34
Rear Coat Hooks....................... 5-49
Rear Cross Tra ffi c Alert (RCTA) ...........
.............................................. 4-113
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)
Warning Beep........................... 7-39
Rear Door Child Safety Locks..... 3-18
Rear Side Radar Sensor............ 4-195
Rear View Monitor.................. 4-206 Displayable range on the
screen................................ 4-208
Rear view monitor
operation........................... 4-210
Rear view parking camera
location............................. 4-207
Switching to the rear view monitor
display............................... 4-208
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image................................ 4-213
Viewing the display.............4-209
Rear Window Defogger............. 4-59
Rear Window Washer................ 4-58
Rear Window Wiper.................. 4-58
Recommended Oil.................... 6-16
Recording of Vehicle Data..........8-19
Recreational Towing.................. 3-61
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.................................... 8-15
Replacement Fuse..................................... 6-35
Key battery........................... 6-29
Light bulbs........................... 6-34
Tires.....................................6-32
Wheel.................................. 6-34
Wiper.................................. 6-22
Road Keep Assist.....................4-144
Rocking the Vehicle................... 3-49
S
Safety Defects, Reporting
(Canada).................................. 8-13
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