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Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features 

Under Hood

Quick Tips

Mazda

Mazda B-Series Truck

page 18
page 19

11. Automatic transmission 

fluid dipstick* 

Check with engine on at normal
operating temperature; fluid
should be within crosshatched 
area on dipstick

12. Engine oil dipstick

Check with engine off and 
at normal temperature; fluid
should be within crosshatched
area on dipstick: do not fill
above MAX/FULL line 

4.0-Liter Engine

2.3-Liter Engine

3.0-Liter Engine

1

1

3

3

3

4

8

4

8

11

11

9

9

4

8

9

12

11

1

10

2

7

6

6

12

13

7

2

5

12

13

7

2

10

5

10

13

6
5

13. Power steering 

fluid reservoir

Check with engine off and at
normal temperature; fluid level
on dipstick should be between
arrows in FULL HOT range

Change engine oil/replace filter
every 3,000**/5,000 miles; rotate
tires every 7,500 miles or sooner

Normal operating conditions

A.

Inspect: Engine cooling system,
hoses and clamps, automatic
transmission fluid level, steering
linkage, suspension, brake system
Inspect/lubricate: 4x2 ball joints

B.

Replace: Air filter/fuel filter

C.

Change: Green engine coolant

D.

Lubricate: 4x2 wheel bearings
Replace: Manual transmission fluid

E.

Inspect: Accessory drive belt(s)
Replace: Spark plugs
Replace: PCV valve (2.3L/3.0L/4.0L)

Special operating conditions

Towing, extensive idling, low speed
driving, dusty conditions and off-road
operation, see Owner’s Manual

F.

Change: Yellow engine coolant

G.

Inspect: Brake system

H.

Replace: Fuel filter

I.

Change: Automatic 
transmission fluid

J.

Lubricate: Front wheel 
bearings (4x2)

K.

Change: Transfer case fluid (4x4)

L.

Replace: Spark plugs

Perform maintenance as required

Inspect/lubricate: U-joints 
Replace: Engine air filter
Change: Manual transmission fluid 

1. Hood latch

Pull inside hood release handle,
hood pops up slightly; while
applying upward pressure on
hood, lift auxiliary latch handle 
and raise hood

2. Radiator cap

Remove cap only when safe
and engine is cool

3. Air filter
4. Engine coolant reservoir

Level should be at fill line 
indicator mark; remove cap only
when safe and engine is cool

WARNING: Never remove
coolant reserve tank cap 
while engine is running or 
hot; you could get burned

5. Clutch fluid reservoir 

With cap on, check that fluid
level is at ridge in reservoir
body, use DOT 3 brake fluid

6. Fuse block 
7. Battery 

8. Windshield washer 

reservoir

Fill with windshield washer
fluid, not water; use fluids 
containing non-methanol
antifreeze agents only, they 
will not damage paint, wiper
blades and washer system

9. Engine oil filler cap

Use SAE 5W-20 (2.3L, 3.0L)
5W-30 (4.0L) oil for all 
temperatures; use only oils 
displaying American 
Petroleum Institute Certified
for Gasoline Engines

10. Brake fluid reservoir

Clean filler cap before 
removing; use only DOT 3 
fluid from a sealed container
If brake fluid level is low, 
have vehicle inspected 
by your closest 
Mazda Dealer

NORMAL

SPECIAL

5,000 miles

15,000 miles
30,000 miles
45,000 miles
60,000 miles
75,000 miles
90,000 miles

100,000 miles

A
A   B
A   C
A   B   D
A   C
A   B
E   F

G
H
 I   J

K   L

*Denotes optional equipment

**Special operating conditions