Owner Maintenance

Owner Maintenance Precautions

Owner Maintenance Precautions

Hood

Hood

 

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 while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accident.

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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.

     

    1. 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.

 

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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Motor Compartment Overview

Motor Compartment Overview

Motor Compartment Overview

  1. Brake fluid reservoir

  2. Lead-acid battery

  3. Fuse block

  4. Cooling system cap

  5. Coolant reservoir

  6. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

 

Coolant

Coolant

Lead-acid Battery

Lead-acid Battery Maintenance

To get the best service from a lead-acid battery:

  • Keep it securely mounted.

  • Keep the top clean and dry.

  • Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

  • Rinse 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.

Tires

Tire Inflation Pressure

 

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 when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, handling, and minimum tire wear.

Refer to the specification charts (Search).

 

  • 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.

  • 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 energy efficiency, 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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Replacing a Tire

 

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.

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

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.

 

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 (Search).

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Light Bulbs

Light Bulbs

Front

  1. Side turn signal lights

  2. Front side-marker lights

  3. Front turn signal lights/Parking lights

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

Rear

  1. High-mount brake light

  2. Rear side-marker lights

  3. Brake lights/Taillights

  4. Rear turn signal lights

  5. Reverse lights

  6. Taillights (Some Models)

  7. License plate lights

Fuses

Fuses

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.

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