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 (Search)

• Coolant level (Search)

• Engine oil level (Search)

• Washer fluid level (Search)

At Least Monthly

• Tire inflation pressures (Search)

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 (Search)

• Engine oil (Search)

 

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 (Search), 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 (Search) 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.