Owner Maintenance

When the wiper no longer cleans well, the blade is probably worn or cracked.

Replace it.

 

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

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1. Remove the cover.

   

2. Remove the stopper and raise the wiper arm.

   

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

   

    

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

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4. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder.

   

5. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in the new blade.

   

    

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

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6. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.

   Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.

   

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for battery replacement.

 

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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 (Search).

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.

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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 (Search).

 

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• Always check tire pressure when tires are cold.

• Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Do not release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure.

• Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim.

• Overinflation can produce a harsh ride, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards.

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

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Front

Type A

1. Vanity mirror lights (Some Models)

2. Overhead lights/ Front map lights

3. Side turn signal lights (Some Models)

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 (Some Models)

2. Overhead lights/ Front map lights

3. Side turn signal lights (Some Models)

4. Parking lights/Front side-marker lights

5. Headlights (High/Low beam)/ Daytime running lights

6. Front turn signal lights

Rear

4–Door

1. Trunk light

2. High-mount brake light

3. Overhead light (Rear)

4. Rear side-marker lights

5. Brake lights/Taillights (Some Models)

6. Rear turn signal lights

7. Brake lights/Taillights

8. Taillights (Some Models)

9. Reverse lights

10. License plate lights

5–Door

1. Luggage compartment light

2. High-mount brake light

3. Overhead light (Rear)

4. Rear side-marker lights

5. Rear turn signal lights

6. Brake lights/Taillights

7. Taillights (Some Models)

8. Reverse lights

9. License plate lights

 

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When removing the lens or lamp unit using a flathead screwdriver, make sure that the flathead screwdriver does not contact the interior terminal. If the flathead screwdriver contacts the terminal, a short circuit may occur.

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• When replacing a bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if necessary.

• Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children.

• For details regarding the installation positions of the interior lights, refer to the following:

  • Vanity mirror lights

    Refer to Vanity Mirrors (Search).

  • Overhead Lights/front map lights, overhead light (rear), trunk light, and luggage compartment light

    Refer to Interior Lights (Search).

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The exterior lights have either LEDs or normal bulbs.

Only the bulb for a parking lights/front side-marker lights (type B) can be replaced.

LED type

• Headlights

• Daytime running lights

• Parking lights (Type A)

• Front turn signal lights

• Front side-marker lights (Type A)

• Side turn signal lights (Some Models)

• High-mount brake light

• Rear turn signal lights

• Rear side-marker lights

• Brake lights

• Taillights

• Reverse lights

• License plate lights

The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a single unit because it is an integrated unit.

The LED bulb has to be replaced with the unit. We recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary.

Bulb type

Parking lights/Front side-marker lights (Type B)

1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off.

2. If you are changing the left bulb, start the engine, turn the steering wheel all the way to the right, and turn off engine. If you are changing the right bulb, turn the steering wheel to the left.

3. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

   

   1. Removal

   2. Installation

    

4. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers.

   

   1. Removal

   2. Installation

    

5. Turn the screw counterclockwise and remove it, and then partially peel back the mudguard.

   

6. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.

   

7. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure.

Your vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses.

If any lights, accessories, or controls do not work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted.

If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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 ignition 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.

    

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

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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 ignition is switched off, and other switches are off.

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

    

    

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   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.

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4. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed.

Fuse block (Engine compartment)

Fuse block (Left side)