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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

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Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid 
Level

The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the 
same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir 
regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with 
accumulated distance, a condition 
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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Adding Brake/Clutch Fluid

If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it 
reaches MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the 
area around the cap.

Brake/Clutch Fluid

Spilled Brake Fluid:
Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it 
gets in your eyes, they could be 
seriously injured. If this happens, 
immediately flush your eyes with 
water and get medical attention. 
Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine 
could cause a fire. Be careful not to 
spill brake fluid on yourself or on the 
engine.

Low Brake/Clutch Fluid Levels:
Low brake/clutch fluid levels are 
dangerous. Low levels could signal 
brake lining wear or a brake system 
leak. Your brakes could fail and cause 
an accident. If you find a low fluid 
level, have the brakes and clutch 
inspected.

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