Mazda MX-5 (2022 year). Manual in english

Interior Features

Interior Equipment

¾ Noise may occur on the audio playback

depending on the device connected to

the accessory socket.

¾ Depending on the device connected to

the accessory socket, the vehicle's

electrical system may be affected, which

could cause the warning light to

illuminate. Disconnect the connected

device and make sure that the problem is

resolved. If the problem is resolved,

disconnect the device from the socket

and switch the ignition off. If the problem

is not resolved, consult an Authorized

Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

To prevent discharging of the battery, do

not use the socket for long periods with the

engine off or idling.

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Interior Features

Interior Equipment

Cup Holder

WARNING

Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving:

Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents

spill, you could be scalded.

Do not put anything other than plastic bottles, cups or drink cans in cup holders:

Putting objects other than plastic bottles, cups or drink cans in a cup holder is dangerous.

During sudden braking or maneuvering, occupants could be hit and injured, or objects could

be thrown around the vehicle, causing interference with the driver and the possibility of an

accident. Only use a cup holder for plastic bottles, cups or drink cans.

CAUTION

¾ Do not place plastic bottles without caps in the cup holders. Otherwise, the contents may

spill while the vehicle is being driven.

¾ Do not place excessive weight on the cup holders such as by resting your hands or elbows

on them. Otherwise, the cup holders could be damaged.

¾ If a passenger is present, install the front cup holder to the rear console. Otherwise, a knee

might hit it and cause the contents to spill.

Rear cup holder

Front cup holder

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Interior Features

Interior Equipment

▼ Console Box

Storage Compartments

To use, open the lid.

WARNING

Keep storage boxes closed when driving:

Driving with the storage boxes open is

dangerous. To reduce the possibility of

injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep

the storage boxes closed when driving.

When loading cargo, make sure that it is

completely secured:

If the cargo is not completely secured, it

may move or collapse while driving or

▼ Seat Side Box

during sudden braking, resulting in injury

or an accident.

CAUTION

Do not put articles in storage spaces with

When using the rear console cup holders,

no lid:

remove any cups before opening the seat

Putting articles in storage spaces with no

side box.

lid is dangerous as they could be thrown

If the seat side box is opened with cups still

around the cabin if the vehicle is suddenly

in them, the lid will hit the cups and cause

accelerated and cause injury depending on

the contents to spill.

how the article is stored.

CAUTION

Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the

storage boxes while parked under the sun.

A lighter could explode or the plastic

material in eyeglasses could deform and

crack from high temperature.

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Interior Features

Interior Equipment

To open, press the latch down to open the

To use the back trim storage box

seat side box.

1. Slide the seat all the way forward and

Insert the auxiliary key and turn it

fold the seatback forward.

clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to

Refer to Adjusting the Driver's Seat on

unlock.

page 2-5.

Refer to Adjusting the Passenger's Seat

Unlock

on page 2-10.

2. Remove the lids.

When finished, return the seat to its

original position and secure it. After

Lock

returning the seat to its original position,

make sure the seat is secured by

attempting to lightly move it forward and

backward.

▼ Back Trim Storage Box

CAUTION

Small items can be stored in the back trim

storage box.

Do not forcefully push objects into the back

(Soft top model)

trim storage box. Otherwise, the box could

be damaged.

(Hardtop model)

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Maintenance and Care

How to keep your Mazda in top condition.

Essential Information

6-2

Engine Oil

6-20

Introduction

6-2

Engine Coolant

6-22

Brake/Clutch Fluid

6-23

Washer Fluid

6-24

Scheduled Maintenance

6-4

Body Lubrication

6-25

Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A.,

Wiper Blades

6-25

Canada, and Puerto Rico)

6-4

Battery

6-29

Scheduled Maintenance

Key Battery Replacement

6-31

(Mexico)

6-10

Tires

6-34

Light Bulbs

6-38

Owner Maintenance

6-15

Fuses

6-47

Owner Maintenance

Precautions

6-15

Appearance Care

6-53

Hood

6-17

Exterior Care

6-53

Engine Compartment

Interior Care

6-63

Overview

6-19

6-1

Maintenance and Care

Essential Information

Introduction

Be careful not to hurt yourself when inspecting your vehicle, replacing a tire, or doing some

kind of maintenance such as car washing. In particular, wear thick work gloves such as

cotton gloves when touching areas that are difficult to see while inspecting or working on

your vehicle. Doing inspections or procedures with your bare hands could cause injury.

If you are unsure about any procedure this manual describes, we strongly urge you to have a

reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda

Dealer.

Factory-trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle.

Without this expertise and the parts that have been designed and made especially for your

Mazda, inadequate, incomplete, and insufficient servicing may result in problems. This

could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries.

For expert advice and quality service, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

To continue warranty eligibility and to protect your investment, it is your responsibility to

properly maintain your vehicle according to factory recommended schedules outlined in this

manual. As part of this you must keep your maintenance records, receipts, repair orders and

any other documents as evidence this maintenance was performed. You must present these

documents, should any warranty coverage disagreement occur. Failure to do so can result in

your warranty being voided either in whole or in part.

This evidence may consist of the following:

^ The Mazda Scheduled Maintenance Record, refer to the Warranty Booklet, must be

completely filled out showing mileage, repair order number, date for each service, and

signed by a qualified automotive service technician who service vehicles.

^ Original copies of repair orders or other receipts that include the mileage and date the

vehicle was serviced. Each receipt should be signed by a qualified automotive service

technician.

^ For self maintenance, a statement that you completed the maintenance yourself,

displaying mileage and the date the work was performed. Also, receipts for the

replacement parts (fluid, filters, etc.) indicating the date and mileage must accompany this

statement.

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Maintenance and Care

Essential Information

NOTE

If you elect to perform maintenance yourself or have your vehicle serviced at a location

other than an Authorized Mazda Dealer, Mazda requires that all fluids, parts and materials

must meet Mazda standards for durability and performance as described in this manual.

Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective

materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored.

Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda's original equipment may

perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized

Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.

Selecting “Maintenance Monitor” enables the system to notify you of your vehicle's

approaching inspection/servicing period, refer to the Information section in the Mazda

Connect Owner's Manual for the details.

The malfunction diagnosis connector is designed exclusively for connecting the specially

designed device to perform on-board diagnosis.

Do not connect any devices other than the specially designed malfunction diagnosis devices

for servicing. If any device other than the malfunction diagnosis device is connected, it may

affect the vehicle's electrical devices or lead to damage such as battery depletion.

Malfunction

diagnosis

connector

6-3

Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto

Rico)

Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions

(severe driving conditions) apply.

^ Repeated short-distance driving

^ Driving in dusty conditions

^ Driving with extended use of brakes

^ Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used

^ Driving on rough or muddy roads

^ Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation

^ Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates

^ Driving in extremely hot conditions

^ Driving in mountainous conditions continually

If any do apply, follow Schedule 2. (Canada residents follow Schedule 2.)

Vehicles using Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance

Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance is selected by default for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico

residents.

If any following conditions do apply, follow Schedule 2 with engine oil fixed maintenance.

^ Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation such as police car, taxi or driving

school car

^ Driving in dusty conditions

The vehicle calculates the remaining oil life based on engine operating conditions. The

vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by illuminating the wrench indicator light

in the instrument cluster. Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1,000 km (600

mile) or 15 days. Refer to the Information section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual

for the details.

NOTE

^ Please ensure that the Flexible Oil Maintenance Setting is reset after each Oil and Filter

replacement.

^ For maintenance guidelines beyond the miles/months listed, follow the maintenance

intervals provided in the Scheduled Maintenance Tables.

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Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

▼ Schedule 1

U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents - Engine oil flexible maintenance interval

Use when the maintenance monitor for “Oil Change” is set to "Flexible". For the details,

refer to the Information section in the Mazda Connect Owner's Manual.

Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.

Months

Maintenance Interval

×1000 km

×1000 miles

7.5

22.5

37.5

52.5

Spark plugs

Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).

Air filter

Drive belts

Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval: 12

Engine oil & filter^*1

months or 12,000 km (7,500 miles))

Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after

Engine coolant^*2

that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.

Fuel lines and hoses^*3

Hoses and tubes for emission^*3

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Disc brakes

Manual transmission oil

Replace every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 4 years.

Tire (Rotation)

Rotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles).

Steering operation and linkages

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel

bearing axial play

Driveshaft dust boots

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

Exhaust system and heat shields

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)^*4

Inspect annually.

Chart symbols:

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

R: Replace

L: Lubricate

C: Clean

T: Tighten

D: Drain

6-5

Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Remarks:

The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year or within 12,000 km (7,500 miles) since last

engine oil and filter change. Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the

message/wrench indicator light display.

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.

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.

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.

▼ Schedule 2

U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents - Severe driving conditions maintenance interval

Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.

Months

Maintenance Interval

×1000 km

×1000 miles

Spark plugs

Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).

Air filter^*1

Drive belts

Replace when wrench indicator light is ON. (Max interval:12

Flexible^*2

Engine oil & filter

months or 12,000 km (7,500 miles))

Fixed

Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after

Engine coolant^*3

that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.

Engine coolant level

Fuel lines and hoses^*4

Hoses and tubes for emission^*4

Function of all lights

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brake and clutch fluid level

Disc brakes

Manual transmission oil

Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 2 years.

Tire (Rotation)

Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

Steering operation and linkages

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel

bearing axial play

Driveshaft dust boots

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

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Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.

Months

Maintenance Interval

×1000 km

×1000 miles

Exhaust system and heat shields

All locks and hinges

Washer fluid level

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)^*5

Inspect annually.

Chart symbols:

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

R: Replace

L: Lubricate

C: Clean

T: Tighten

D: Drain

Remarks:

If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air filter more often

than the recommended intervals.

Engine oil flexible maintenance is available for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico residents whose vehicle is operated

mainly where none of the following conditions apply.

-Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation such as police car, taxi or driving school car

-Driving in dusty conditions

If any do apply, follow fixed maintenance.

The engine oil and filter must be changed at least once a year or within 12,000 km (7,500 miles) since last

engine oil and filter change. Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the

message/wrench indicator light display.

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.

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.

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.

6-7

Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Canada residents

Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first.

Months

Maintenance Interval

×1000 km

×1000 miles

Spark plugs

Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles).

Air filter

Replace every 56,000 km (35,000 miles) or 3 years.

Drive belts

Engine oil & filter

Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after

Engine coolant^*1

that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years.

Engine coolant level

Fuel lines and hoses^*2

Hoses and tubes for emission^*2

Function of all lights

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brake and clutch fluid level

Disc brakes

Inspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 1 year.

Manual transmission oil

Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 2 years.

Tire (Rotation)

Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles).

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

Steering operation and linkages

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel

bearing axial play

Driveshaft dust boots

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

Exhaust system and heat shields

Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years.

All locks and hinges

Washer fluid level

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)^*3

Inspect annually.

Chart symbols:

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

R: Replace

L: Lubricate

C: Clean

T: Tighten

D: Drain

6-8

Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Remarks:

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.

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.

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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Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico)

Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions

(severe driving conditions) apply.

^ Repeated short-distance driving

^ Driving in dusty conditions

^ Driving with extended use of brakes

^ Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used

^ Driving on rough or muddy roads

^ Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation

^ Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates

^ Driving in extremely hot conditions

^ Driving in mountainous conditions continually

If any do apply, follow Schedule 2.

NOTE

For maintenance guidelines beyond the kilometers/months listed, follow the maintenance

intervals provided in the Scheduled Maintenance Tables.

▼ Schedule 1

Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first

Maintenance Interval

Months

×1000 km

100

110

120

Drive belts

Engine oil & filter

Cooling system

Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every

Engine coolant^*1

100,000 km or 5 years

Air filter

Fuel lines and hoses

I^*2

Hoses and tubes for emission

I^*2

Fuel filter

Replace every 60,000 km

Spark plugs

Replace every 120,000 km

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brake and clutch fluid level

Brake fluid

Disc brakes

Manual transmission oil

6-10

Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first

Maintenance Interval

Months

×1000 km

100

110

120

Tire (Rotation)

Rotate every 10,000 km

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

Steering operation and linkages

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel

bearing axial play

Driveshaft dust boots

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

Exhaust system and heat shields

All locks and hinges

Washer fluid level

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)^*3

Inspect annually.

Chart symbols:

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

R: Replace

L: Lubricate

C: Clean

T: Tighten

D: Drain

Remarks:

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.

^*2

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 kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.

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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Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

▼ Schedule 2

Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first

Maintenance Interval

Months

×1000 km

Drive belts

Engine oil & filter

Cooling system

Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every

Engine coolant^*1

100,000 km or 5 years

Engine coolant level

Air filter

Fuel lines and hoses

I^*2

Hoses and tubes for emission

I^*2

Fuel filter

Replace every 60,000 km

Spark plugs

Replace every 120,000 km

Function of all lights

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brake and clutch fluid level

Brake fluid

Disc brakes

Manual transmission oil

Tire (Rotation)

Rotate every 10,000 km

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

Steering operation and linkages

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel

bearing axial play

Driveshaft dust boots

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

Exhaust system and heat shields

All locks and hinges

Washer fluid level

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)^*3

Inspect annually.

Chart symbols:

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

R: Replace

L: Lubricate

C: Clean

T: Tighten

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Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

D: Drain

Remarks:

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.

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 kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.

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.

(Cont.)

Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first

Maintenance Interval

Months

×1000 km

100

105

110

115

120

Drive belts

Engine oil & filter

Cooling system

Replace at first 200,000 km or 10 years; after that, every

Engine coolant^*1

100,000 km or 5 years

Engine coolant level

Air filter

Fuel lines and hoses

Hoses and tubes for emission

I^*2

Fuel filter

Replace every 60,000 km

Spark plugs

Replace every 120,000 km

Function of all lights

Brake lines, hoses and connections

Brake and clutch fluid level

Brake fluid

Disc brakes

Manual transmission oil

Tire (Rotation)

Rotate every 10,000 km

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

Steering operation and linkages

Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel

bearing axial play

Driveshaft dust boots

Bolts and nuts on chassis and body

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Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first

Maintenance Interval

Months

×1000 km

100

105

110

115

120

Exhaust system and heat shields

All locks and hinges

Washer fluid level

Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)^*3

Inspect annually.

Chart symbols:

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

R: Replace

L: Lubricate

C: Clean

T: Tighten

D: Drain

Remarks:

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.

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 kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.

^*3

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.

6-14

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Owner Maintenance Precautions

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 6-23)

^ Engine coolant level (page 6-22)

^ Engine oil level (page 6-21)

^ Washer fluid level (page 6-24)

At Least Monthly

^ Tire inflation pressures (page 6-34)

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.

^ Engine coolant (page 6-22)

^ Engine oil (page 6-20)

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

qualified service technician with special tools.

Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect 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 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.

6-15

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

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 engine or cooling fan which may turn on

unexpectedly:

Working under the hood with the engine running 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 ignition 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 engine 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 engine compartment.

Tools or other items left in the engine compartment could cause engine damage or a fire

leading to an unexpected accident.

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

2. Insert your hand into the hood

Hood

opening, slide the latch lever to the

right, and lift up the hood.

WARNING

Always check that the hood is closed and

securely locked:

A hood that is not closed and securely

locked is dangerous as it could fly open

Lever

while the vehicle is moving and block the

driver's vision which could result in a

serious accident.

▼ Opening the Hood

1. With the vehicle parked, pull the

3. Grasp the support rod in the padded

release handle to unlock the hood.

area and secure it in the support rod

hole indicated by the arrow to hold the

hood open.

Pad

Support rod

Release handle

Clip

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

▼ Closing the Hood

1. Check under the hood area to make

certain all filler caps are in place and

all loose items (e.g. tools, oil

containers, etc.) have been removed.

2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded area on

the support rod, and secure the support

rod in the clip. Verify that the support

rod is secured in the clip before closing

the hood.

Pad

Clip

3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of

about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its closed

position and then let it drop.

CAUTION

When closing the hood, do not push it

excessively such as by applying your

weight. Otherwise, the hood could be

deformed.

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Only use SAE 0W-20 oil “Certified For

Engine Oil

Gasoline Engines” by the American

Petroleum Institute (API).

NOTE

Oil with this trademark symbol conforms

Changing the engine oil should be

to the current engine and emission system

performed by an Authorized Mazda

protection standards and fuel economy

Dealer.

requirements of the International

Refer to Introduction (page 6-2) for

Lubricant Standardization and Approval

owner's responsibility in protecting your

Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S.

investment.

and Japanese automobile manufacturers.

▼ Recommended Oil

-40

-30 -20

-10

U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico

Use SAE 0W-20 engine oil.

–40

-20

100

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.

(ILSAC)

6-20

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Except U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto Rico

▼ Inspecting Engine Oil Level

Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.

1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level

Oil container labels provide important

surface.

information.

2. Warm up the engine to normal

A chief contribution this type of oil makes

operating temperature.

to fuel economy is reducing the amount of

3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes

fuel necessary to overcome engine

for the oil to return to the oil pan.

friction.

4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and

reinsert it fully.

For maintenance service, Mazda

recommends Mazda Genuine Parts.

MAX

MIN

(ILSAC)

5. Pull it out again and examine the level.

The level is normal if it is between the

MIN and MAX marks.

(Mexico)

If it is near or below MIN, add enough

Use API SM or higher, or SAE 10W-30

oil to bring the level to MAX.

engine oil. If SAE 10W-30 engine oil is

not available, use SAE 5W-30, 0W-30 or

CAUTION

5W-20 engine oil.

Do not overfill the engine oil. This may

The quality designation SM, SN or SP

cause engine damage.

must be on the label.

6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is

positioned properly before reinserting

-40

-30 -20

-10

the dipstick.

7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.

-40

-20

100

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

NOTE

Engine Coolant

Changing the coolant should be done by

▼ Inspecting Coolant Level

an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Inspect the antifreeze protection and

coolant level in the coolant reservoir at

WARNING

least once a yearʊat the beginning of the

winter seasonʊand before traveling where

Do not use a match or live flame in the

temperatures may drop below freezing.

engine compartment. DO NOT ADD

COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:

Inspect the condition and connections of

A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has

all cooling system and heater hoses.

been running, parts of the engine

Replace any that are swollen or

compartment can become very hot. You

deteriorated.

could be burned. Carefully inspect the

engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but

The coolant should be at full in the

do not open it.

radiator and between the FULL and LOW

marks on the coolant reservoir when the

engine is cool.

Pull over to a safe location, then switch

Cooling system cap

the ignition off and make sure the fan is

Coolant reservoir

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

Cooling fan

could be hit by the fan and seriously

injured.

If it is at or near LOW, add enough coolant

to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing

Do not remove either cooling

and corrosion protection and to bring the

system cap when the engine and radiator

level to FULL.

are hot:

Securely tighten the coolant reservoir tank

When the engine and radiator are hot,

cap after adding coolant.

scalding coolant and steam may shoot out

under pressure and cause serious injury.

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

CAUTION

Brake/Clutch Fluid

▼ Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level

¾ Radiator coolant will damage paint.

Rinse it off quickly if spilled.

¾ If the “FL22” mark is shown on or near

WARNING

the cooling system cap, use of FL-22 is

recommended when replacing engine

If the brake/clutch fluid level is low, have

coolant. Using engine coolant other than

the brakes inspected:

FL-22 may cause serious damage to the

A low brake/clutch fluid level is dangerous.

engine and cooling system.

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.

If the coolant reservoir is empty or new

The level normally drops with

coolant is required frequently, consult an

accumulated distance, a condition

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

associated with wear of brake and clutch

linings. If it is excessively low, have the

brake/clutch system inspected by an

Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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