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Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

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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.

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 yourselfor 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.

WARNING

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Brake and clutch fluid will damage 
painted surfaces. If brake or clutch 
fluid does get on a painted surface, 
wipe it off immediately.

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Using nonspecified brake and clutch 
fluids (page 10-3) will damage the 
systems. Mixing different fluids 
will also damage them.
If the brake/clutch system 
frequently requires new fluid, 
consult an Authorized Mazda 
Dealer.

CAUTION

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