Owner Maintenance; Owner Maintenance Precautions; When Refueling- Page 432

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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Owner Maintenance Precautions

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 (page 

6-30)



 Engine coolant level (page 

6-28)



 Engine oil level (page 

6-28)



 Washer fluid level (page 

6-30)

At Least Monthly



 Tire inflation pressures (page 

6-41)

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.



 Engine coolant (page 

6-28)



 Engine oil (page 

6-25)

Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only 

for items that are easy to perform.

As explained in the Introduction (page 6-2), 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 Introduction (page 

6-2) 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.

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