Mazda 3 (2024 year). Manual in english - page 16

Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico)

Vehicles utilizing the vehicle status monitor feature:
The vehicle status monitor feature alerts you of maintenance needs by turning on the
wrench indicator light or displaying a message in the instrument panel, or both.
Every maintenance must be done when the display/wrench indication comes on.
The display/wrench indication will come on before reaching the maximum interval
of 10,000 km, or 6 months (after the previous maintenance).
If you drive your vehicle under any of the following conditions, follow the Severe
Driving Scheduled Maintenance and replace the engine oil and filter every 5,000 km
or 3 months, whichever comes first.
Otherwise, follow the Normal Driving Scheduled Maintenance intervals.
1. The vehicle is idled for long periods or driven at low speeds, such as with police

cars, taxis, or driver's education school car.

2. Driving under dusty conditions.
3. Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or driving regularly for short distan-

ces only.

4. Driving under extremely high temperature conditions.
5. Driving continuously in mountainous regions.
If you are following the Severe Driving Scheduled Maintenance (5,000 km or 3
months oil replacement interval), set the vehicle status monitor manually.
Refer to the Information section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual. Please
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if necessary.

Mexico Residents (Normal Driving Scheduled Maintenance):

Maintenance Item

Number of times, maintenance was performed.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Engine oil & filter

*1

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Spark plugs

SKYACTIV-G
2.5T

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Replace every 64,000 km

e-SKYACTIV
G
SKYACTIV-G
2.5

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Replace every 120,000 km.

Air filter

R

R

R

R

Drive  belts

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Coolant  level

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Coolant

*2

Replace at first 192,000 km or 120 months; after that,

every 96,000 km or 60 months.

Fuel lines & hoses

*3

I

I

Hoses and tubes for emission

*3

I

I

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Maintenance Item

Number of times, maintenance was performed.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Fuel filter

Replace every 60,000 km.

Brake lines, hoses and connections

I

I

I

I

Vacuum brake booster and
hose

With vacuum
booster

I

I

I

I

Brake and clutch fluid level

I

I

I

I

I

I

Brake fluid

R

R

Disc  brakes

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Tire rotation

Rotate every 10,000 km.

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

*4

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steering  operation  and  linkages

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and
wheel bearing axial play

I

I

I

I

Driveshaft dust boot

I

I

I

I

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

T

T

T

T

Exhaust system and heat shields

I

I

I

I

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)

*5

Inspect annually.

Cabin air filter

Replace every 40,000 km or 24 months.

Function  of  all  lights

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Chart symbols:

I:

 Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.

R:

 Replace

T:

 Tighten

Remarks:

*

1

Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench
indicator light display.

*

2

Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing coolant. Using coolant other than FL-22 may cause
serious damage to the engine and cooling system.

*

3

According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items
will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services
be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.

*

4

Inspect a spare tire if equipped.

*

5

Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance.
Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.

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Mexico Residents (Severe Driving Scheduled Maintenance):

Number of months or kilometers , whichever comes first.

Months

3

6

9

12

15

18

21

24

× 1000 km

5

10

15

20

25

30

35

40

Engine oil & filter

*1

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Maintenance Interval (other than engine oil
& filter replacement)

*2

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Chart symbols:

R:

 Replace

Remarks:

*

1

Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench
indicator light display.

*

2

Follow Maintenance Interval listed in Normal Driving Scheduled Maintenance.

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Daily Inspection

The owner or a qualified 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
qualified service technician as soon as
possible.

When Refueling



Brake and clutch fluid level (page
9-20)



Coolant level (page 9-18)



Engine oil level (page 9-16)



Washer fluid level (page 9-21)

At Least Monthly



Tire inflation pressures (page 9-36)

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 9-18)



Engine oil (page 9-16)

 
Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for items that are easy
to perform.
 
As explained in the Inspection and
Servicing section (page 9-4), several
procedures can be done only by a

qualified service technician with
special tools.
 
Improper owner maintenance during
the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. Refer to the
Inspection and Servicing section (page
9-4) 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 oil and
fluids. Please dispose of your waste
properly and with due regard to the
environment.
 
We recommend that you entrust the oil
and fluid changes of your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Warnings and Cautions

for Daily Inspection

WARNING

Do not perform maintenance work if
you lack sufficient knowledge and
experience or the proper tools and
equipment to do the work. Have
maintenance work done by a
qualified technician.

Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle is dangerous if not done
properly. You can be seriously injured
while performing some maintenance
procedures.

If you must run the engine while
working under the hood, make
certain that you remove all jewelry
(especially rings, bracelets, watches,
and necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose clothing
before getting near the cooling fan
which may turn on unexpectedly.

Working under the hood with the
engine operating is dangerous. It
becomes even more dangerous when
you wear jewelry, loose clothing or
have long hair or a long beard. Either
can become entangled in moving parts
and result in injury.

Pull over to a safe location, then

switch the vehicle power off and
make sure the fan is not running
before attempting to work near the
cooling fan.

Working near the cooling fan when it is
running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefinitely even if
the engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.

Do not leave items in the motor
compartment.

After you have finished checking or
doing servicing in the engine
compartment, do not forget and leave
items such as tools or rags in the motor
compartment. Tools or other items left
in the engine compartment could
cause the engine damage or a fire
leading to an unexpected accident.

CAUTION

When using a chassis roller, turn the
following systems off to prevent them
from mis-operating while the vehicle is
running on the chassis roller.



Mazda Radar Cruise Control
(MRCC)



Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)



Cruising & Traffic Support (CTS)



Smart Brake Support (SBS)

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Checking the Inspection Locations and Inspection

Items

The position and shape of each part may differ slightly depending on the
specification.

SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and SKYACTIV-G 2.5

1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Lead-acid battery
5. Fuse block
6. Cooling system cap
7. Engine oil-filler cap
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

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SKYACTIV-G 2.5T

1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Lead-acid battery
5. Fuse block
6. Cooling system cap
7. Engine oil-filler cap
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

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Inspecting Engine Oil

 
1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level

surface.

2. Warm up the engine to normal

operating temperature.

3. Turn it off and wait at least 5

minutes for the oil to return to the
oil pan.

4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,

and reinsert it fully.

5. Pull it out again and examine the

level.
The level is normal if it is between
the MIN and MAX marks.
If it is near or below MIN, add
enough oil to bring the level to
MAX.

CAUTION

Do not overfill the engine oil. This
may cause engine damage.

6. Make sure the O-ring on the

dipstick is positioned properly
before reinserting the dipstick.

7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.
 

Recommended Oil

U.S.A., Canada

(SKYACTIV-G 2.5)
Use SAE 0W-20 engine oil.

Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your
Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine
0W-20 Oil is required to achieve
optimum fuel economy.
For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Genuine Mazda Parts
and Genuine Mazda Premium Oil.

Only use SAE 0W-20 oil “Certified For
Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API).
Oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards
and fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC),

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comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.

 

(SKYACTIV-G 2.5T)
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.

Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your
Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine
5W-30 Oil is required to achieve
optimum fuel economy.
For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Genuine Mazda Parts
and Genuine Mazda Premium Oil.

Only use SAE 5W-30 oil “Certified For
Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API).
Oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards
and fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC),

comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.

 

Except U.S.A., Canada

Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.

Oil container labels provide important
information.
A chief contribution this type of oil
makes to fuel economy is reducing the
amount of fuel necessary to overcome
engine friction.
For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts.

(Mexico)
(SKYACTIV-G 2.5 and e-SKYACTIV G)

Use API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30
engine oil. If SAE 5W-30 engine oil is
not available, use SAE 5W-20, SAE
0W-30 or SAE 10W-30 engine oil.

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The quality designation SM, SN or SP
must be on the label.

 

(SKYACTIV-G 2.5T)

Use API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30
engine oil. If SAE 5W-30 engine oil is
not available, use SAE 0W-30 or SAE
10W-30 engine oil.
The quality designation SM, SN or SP
must be on the label.

Inspecting the Coolant

WARNING

Do not use a match or live flame in
the engine compartment. DO NOT
ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE
IS HOT.

A hot engine is dangerous. If the
engine has been running, parts of the
engine compartment can become very
hot. You could be burned. Carefully
inspect the engine coolant in the
coolant reservoir, but do not open it.

Do not touch rotating parts such

as the fan belt when inspecting inside
the engine compartment.

Working near the cooling fan when it is
running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefinitely even if
the engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.

 Do not remove either

cooling system cap when the engine
and radiator are hot.

When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot
out under pressure and cause serious
injury.

NOTE

Changing the coolant should be done
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Inspect the antifreeze protection and
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year

―

at the beginning of

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the winter season

―

and before

traveling where temperatures may drop
below freezing.
 
Inspect the condition and connections
of all cooling system and heater hoses.
Replace any that are swollen or
deteriorated.
 

(SKYACTIV G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5
and e-SKYACTIV G)

The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the FULL and
LOW marks on the coolant reservoir
when the engine is cool.

(SKYACTIV-G 2.5T)

The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the FULL and

LOW marks on the coolant reservoir
when the engine is cool.

FULL
LOW

 
If it is at or near the LOW position, add
enough coolant to the coolant
reservoir to provide freezing and
corrosion protection and to bring the
level to FULL.
Securely tighten the coolant reservoir
tank cap after adding coolant.

CAUTION



Radiator coolant will damage paint.
Rinse it off quickly if spilled.



If the “FL22” mark is shown on or
near the cooling system cap, use of
FL-22 is recommended when
replacing engine coolant. Using
engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine
and cooling system.

 

If the coolant reservoir is empty or new
coolant is required frequently, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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Inspecting the Brake/

Clutch Fluid

WARNING

If the brake/clutch fluid level is low,
have the brakes inspected.

A low brake/clutch fluid level is
dangerous. A low level could indicate
brake lining wear or a brake system
leak which could cause the brakes to
fail and lead to an accident.

The brakes and clutch draw fluid from
the same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept between
the MAX and MIN lines.
The level normally drops with
accumulated distance, a condition
associated with wear of brake and
clutch linings. If it is excessively low,
have the brake/clutch system
inspected by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
 

Brake fluid reservoir

SKYACTIV-G

e-SKYACTIV G

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Replenishing Windshield

Washer Fluid

WARNING

Use only windshield washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir.

Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the windshield,
affect your visibility, and could result in
an accident.

Using Washer Fluid Without
Anti-freeze Protection in Cold
Weather:

Operating your vehicle in temperatures
below 4 

℃

 (40 

℉

) using washer fluid

without anti-freeze protection is
dangerous as it could cause impaired
windshield vision and result in an
accident. In cold weather, always use
washer fluid with anti-freeze
protection.

CAUTION

Do not use soapy water or engine
antifreeze in the reservoir as it could
cause paint discoloration or pump
damage.

NOTE

State or local regulations may restrict
the use of volatile organic compounds
(VOCs), which are commonly used as
anti-freeze agents in washer fluid. A
washer fluid with limited VOC content
should be used only if it provides
adequate freeze resistance for all
regions and climates in which the
vehicle will be operated.

Add washer fluid under any of the
following conditions.



The top of the fluid level is low.



The Low Washer Fluid Level Warning
Indication/Warning Light (if
equipped) turns on.



The top of the fluid level is lower
than E (if equipped).

 
Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold
weather to prevent it from freezing.

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Inspecting 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 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 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 lead-acid battery
cells.

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Keep all flames and

sparks away from lead-acid battery
cells because hydrogen gas is
produced from lead-acid battery cells
while charging the lead-acid battery
or adding lead-acid battery fluid.

Flames and sparks near 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 lead-acid battery
cells.

 
Before performing lead-acid battery
maintenance, remove the lead-acid
battery cover.

Removing the Lead-acid Battery Cover

 

Maintaining Lead-acid Battery

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 off 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.

 
 

Replacing lead-acid battery

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for lead-acid battery replacement.

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Replacing the Fuses

Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's
left side

If the electrical system does not work,
first inspect the fuses on the vehicle's
left side.
 
1. Make sure the vehicle power is

switched off, and other switches
are off.

2. Open the fuse panel cover.

3. Pull the fuse straight out with the

fuse puller provided on the fuse
block located in the engine
compartment.

4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is

blown.

1. Normal
2. Blown
 

5. Insert a new fuse of the same

amperage rating, and make sure it
fits tightly. If it does not fit tightly,
have an expert install it. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow
one of the same rating from a
circuit not essential to vehicle
operation, such as the audio or
accessory socket circuit.

CAUTION

Always replace a fuse with a
genuine Mazda fuse or equivalent
of the same rating. Otherwise, you
may damage the electric system.

6. Reinstall the cover and make sure

that it is securely installed.

Replacing the fuses under the hood

If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the fuses
in the cabin are normal, inspect the
fuse block under the hood.
If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced.
Follow these steps:
 
1. Make sure the vehicle power is

switched off, and other switches
are off.

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2. Remove the fuse block cover.

3. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is

blown, replace it with a new one of
the same amperage rating.

1. Normal
2. Blown
 

WARNING

Do not replace the main fuse by
yourself. Have an Authorized
Mazda Dealer perform the
replacement.

Replacing the fuse by yourself is
dangerous because the MAIN fuse
is a high current fuse. Incorrect
replacement could cause an
electrical shock or a short circuit
resulting in a fire.

Do not replace the main fuse and
multiplex slow blow fuse by
yourself. Have an Authorized
Mazda Dealer perform the
replacement.

Replacing these fuses by yourself is
dangerous because they are high
current fuses. Incorrect replacement
could cause an electrical shock or a
short circuit resulting in a fire.

4. Reinstall the cover and make sure

that it is securely installed.

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Fuse Panel Description

Fuse block (Engine compartment)

No.

FUSE RAT-

ING

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F1

―

―

F2

20 A

Windshield wiper de-icer

*

F3

30 A

Engine control system

F4

20 A

S-VT

F5

40 A

Engine control system

F6

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No.

FUSE RAT-

ING

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F7

20 A

Fuel pump

F8

15 A

Engine control system

F9

15 A

Transmission control system

*

F10

15 A

Engine control system

F11

7.5 A

Air conditioner

F12

15 A

Engine control system

F13

―

―

F14

20 A

Front seat warmer

*

F15

―

―

F16

15 A

For protection of various circuits

F17

―

―

F18

―

―

F19

60 A

Power steering system

F20

15 A

Headlight (LH) 1

F21

15 A

Headlight (RH) 1

F22

15 A

Keyless system

F23

30 A

ABS, Dynamic stability control system

F24

15 A

Headlight (LH) 2

F25

15 A

Headlight (RH) 2

F26

7.5 A

On board diagnostics

F27

25 A

For protection of various circuits

F28

25 A

For protection of various circuits

F29

15 A

Windshield washer

F30

15 A

Accessory sockets

F31

15 A

Horn

F32

―

―

F33

―

―

F34

10A

i-ACTIVSENSE

F35

50A

ABS, Dynamic stability control system

F36

―

―

F37

40 A

Rear window defogger

F38

50 A

For protection of various circuits

F39

―

―

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No.

FUSE RAT-

ING

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F40

40 A

Air conditioner

F41

―

―

F42

20 A

Windshield wipers

F43

30 A

Cooling fan

*

F44

30 A

Starter

F45

10 A

Engine control system

F46

15 A

Audio

F47

15 A

For protection of various circuits

F48

7.5 A

Air bag

F49

15 A

Instrument cluster

F50

15 A

Room light

F51

25 A

Audio

F52

10 A

Moonroof

*

F53

15 A

Engine control system

F54

15 A

i-ACTIVSENSE

F55

―

―

F56

15 A

Electric water pump

*

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Fuse block (Left side)

No.

FUSE RAT-

ING

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F1

―

―

F2

―

―

F3

―

―

F4

15 A

Power door locks (Driver)

F5

15 A

Power door locks (Passenger)

F6

―

―

F7

―

―

F8

―

―

F9

30 A

Power windows (Driver)

F10

30 A

Power windows (Passenger)

F11

30 A

Power seat (Driver)

*

F12

―

―

F13

15 A

Audio

F14

―

―

F15

15 A

Liftgate lock

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No.

FUSE RAT-

ING

PROTECTED COMPONENT

F16

15 A

Illumination

F17

10 A

Brake lights

F18

10 A

Reverse lights

F19

10 A

Rear turn signal lights

F20

10 A

Taillights

F21

10 A

Taillights

F22

7.5 A

Air bag

F23

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Inspecting Body

Lubrication

All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks,
should be lubricated each time the
engine oil is changed. Use a
non-freezing lubricant on locks during
cold weather.
 
Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.

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Checking the Inspection

Locations and Inspection

Items

Front

Rear

1. Windshield wipers
2. Tires
3. Light bulbs

Replacing Windshield

Wiper Blade Rubbers

CAUTION



Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to affect
the wiper's ability to clean windows.



An operation malfunction may occur
or the wiper effectiveness may be
reduced if a water-repellent coating
is used.



To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.



When the wiper lever is in the AUTO
position and the vehicle power is
switched ON, the wipers may move
automatically in the following cases:



If the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched.



If the windshield above the rain
sensor is wiped with a cloth.



If the windshield is struck with a
hand or other object.



If the rain sensor is struck with a
hand or other object from inside
the vehicle.

Be careful not to pinch hands or
fingers as it may cause injury, or
damage the wipers. When washing
or servicing the vehicle, make sure
the wiper lever is in the OFF
position.



Before lifting the windshield wiper
blades off the windshield, always
follow the procedure for moving the
windshield wiper blades. Otherwise,
a wiper blade, wiper arm, or the
hood could be damaged.

Contamination of either the
windshield or the blades with foreign

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matter can reduce wiper effectiveness.
Common sources are insects, tree sap,
and hot wax treatments used by some
commercial car washes.
If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a
good cleaner or mild detergent; then
rinse thoroughly with clean water.
Repeat if necessary.

NOTE

You can replace the wiper blades
yourself, however you cannot replace
the wiper arms.
If you want to replace the wiper arms,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

 

Replacing Front Windshield Wiper
Blade rubbers

1. Move the wipers to the service

positions using the following
procedure.
a) Switch the vehicle power ON.
b) Switch the vehicle power OFF.
c) Press up the wiper switch to the

MIST position 2 times within 30
seconds after switching the
vehicle power OFF.
When the procedure is
completed, the wipers operate
and they stop at the service
positions.

2. Raise the wiper arms.
3. Slide the blade component in the

direction of the arrow while
pressing the wiper arm tab to

remove the blade component from
the wiper arm.

4.

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5.

6.

7.

8. Make sure that the blade rubber is

correctly installed to the blade
holder.

9.

10.Slowly lower the wiper arms onto

the windshield.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the
windshield let the wiper arm down
easily, do not let it slap down on
the windshield.

11.Move the wipers to their initial

positions using the following
procedure.
a) Make sure that the wipers are set

on the windshield.

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b) Switch the vehicle power ON.
c) Press up the wiper switch to the

MIST position 2 times.

 

Replacing Rear Windshield Wiper
Blade rubber

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arm
and other components, do not move
the wiper by hand.

1. Remove the cover.

2. Remove the stopper.

3. Raise the wiper arm and rotate the

wiper blade to the right until it
unlocks, then remove the blade.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the rear
window, do not let the wiper arm
fall on it.

4.

5. Remove the metal stiffeners from

the blade rubber and install them in
the new blade rubber.

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CAUTION

Do not bend or discard the
stiffeners. You need to use them
again.

6.

7. Install the blade assembly in the

reverse order of removal.

Inspecting the Tires

About Tires

For reasons of proper performance,
safety, and better fuel economy, always
maintain recommended tire inflation
pressures and stay within the
recommended load limits and weight
distribution.

WARNING

Do Not Use Tires Other Than The
Specified Size. In Addition, Do Not
Mix Different Types Of Tires.

Using tires with sizes other than the
specified size or mixing different tire
types is dangerous. It could
compromise the vehicle's driveability,
resulting in an accident. In addition, it
could be in violation of the law.
Use the tire size indicated on the label
applied to the door frame of the
driver’s door while the door is open.
Use only the same type tires on all four
wheels.

Inspecting Tire Inflation Pressure

WARNING

Always inflate the tires to the correct
pressure.

Overinflation or underinflation of tires
is dangerous. Adverse handling or
unexpected tire failure could result in a
serious accident.
Refer to Tires on page 10-69.

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Use only a Mazda-genuine tire valve
cap.

Use of a non-genuine part is
dangerous as the correct tire air
pressure cannot be maintained if the
tire valve becomes damaged. If the
vehicle is driven under this condition,
the tire air pressure will decrease
which could result in a serious
accident. Do not use any part for the
tire valve cap that is not a
Mazda-genuine part.

Inspect all tire pressures monthly
(including the spare) when the tires are
cold. Maintain recommended
pressures for the best ride, handling,
and minimum tire wear.
Refer to the specification charts (page
10-69).

NOTE



Cold inflation pressure

The cold inflation pressure is the
pressure measured under ambient
temperatures before the vehicle is
driven.



Maximum inflation pressure

The maximum inflation pressure is
the upper limit of the cold inflation
pressure designated by the tire
manufacturer.



Recommended inflation pressure

The recommended inflation pressure
is the cold inflation pressure
necessary for maintaining the
performance of your Mazda.



Underinflation or overinflation can
cause a harsh ride, reduced fuel
economy, a greater possibility of
damage from road hazards, uneven
and accelerated tire wear, and poor
sealing of the tire bead, which will
deform the wheel and cause
separation of tire from rim.



Keep your tire pressure at the correct
levels. If one frequently needs
inflating, have it inspected.

Inspecting Temporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at
least monthly to make sure it is
properly inflated and stored.

CAUTION



Do not use your temporary spare tire
rim with a snow tire or a
conventional tire. Neither will
properly fit and could damage both
tire and rim.



The temporary spare tire has a tread
life of less than 5,000 km (3,000
miles). The tread life may be shorter
depending on driving conditions.



The temporary spare tire is for
limited use, however, if the tread
wear solid-band indicator appears,
replace the tire with the same type of
temporary spare (page 9-39).

The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction
which is lighter and smaller than a
conventional tire. This tire should be
used only for an emergency and only
for a short distance.
Use the temporary spare tire only until
the conventional tire is repaired, which
should be as soon as possible.
Refer to Tires on page 10-69.

NOTE



The temporary spare tire condition
gradually deteriorates even if it has
not been used.

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

Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road.
It is recommended that tires
generally be replaced when they are
6 years or older. Heat caused by hot
climates or frequent high loading
conditions can accelerate the aging
process. The period in which the tire
was manufactured (both week and
year) is indicated by a 4-digit
number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page
10-30.

Rotating the Tires

WARNING

Rotate tires periodically.

Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To
equalize tread wear for maintaining
good performance in handling and
braking, rotate the tires periodically or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
Please refer to Scheduled maintenance
for your tire rotation interval.

During rotation, inspect them for
correct balance.
 

 
Do not include (TEMPORARY USE
ONLY) spare tire in rotation.
Also, inspect them for uneven wear
and damage. Abnormal wear is usually
caused by one or a combination of the
following:
 



Incorrect tire pressure



Improper wheel alignment



Out-of-balance wheel



Severe braking

 
After rotation, inflate all tire pressures
to specification (page 10-69) and
inspect the lug nuts for tightness.

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CAUTION

Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to rear,
not from side to side. Tire performance
will be reduced if rotated from side to
side.

Replacing a Tire or a

Wheel

WARNING

Always use tires that are in good
condition.

Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.

Replace all four tires at the same
time.

Replacing just one tire is dangerous. It
could cause poor handling and poor
braking resulting in loss of vehicle
control. Mazda strongly recommends
that you replace all four tires at the
same time.

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:



Tire fit



Wheel and bearing life



Ground clearance



Snow-chain clearance



Speedometer calibration



Headlight aim



Bumper height



Tire Pressure Monitoring System

If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
will appear as a solid band across the
tread.

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Replace the tire when this happens.

1. New tread
2. Worn tread
3. Tread wear indicator
 
You should replace the tire before the
band crosses the entire tread.

NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road. It
is recommended that tires generally be
replaced when they are 6 years or
older. Heat caused by hot climates or
frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process. The
period in which the tire was
manufactured (both week and year) is
indicated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 10-30.

Replacing Light Bulbs

Front

Type A

1. Vanity mirror lights

*

2. Overhead lights/ Front map lights
3. Side turn signal lights

*

4. Front side-marker lights
5. Parking lights
6. Headlights (High/Low beam)/

Daytime running lights

7. Front turn signal lights

Type B

1. Vanity mirror lights

*

2. Overhead lights/ Front map lights
3. Side turn signal lights

*

4. Parking lights/Front side-marker

lights

5. Headlights (High/Low beam)/

Daytime running lights

6. Front turn signal lights

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