2020 Mazda MX- 5 Miata Mx 5 Miata Scheduled Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance (U.S.A., Canada, and Puerto

Rico)

Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions
(severe driving conditions)apply.

x

Repeated short-distance driving

x

Driving in dusty conditions

x

Driving with extended use of brakes

x

Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used

x

Driving on rough or muddy roads

x

Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation

x

Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates

x

Driving in extremely hot conditions

x

Driving in mountainous conditions continually

If any do apply, follow Schedule 2. (Canada residents follow Schedule 2.)

Vehicles using Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance

Engine Oil Flexible Maintenance is selected by default for U.S.A. and Puerto Rico
residents.
If any following conditions do apply, follow Schedule 2 with engine oil fixed maintenance.

x

Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation such as police car, taxi or driving
school car

x

Driving in dusty conditions

The vehicle calculates the remaining oil life based on engine operating conditions. The
vehicle lets you know when an oil change is due by illuminating the wrench indicator light
in the instrument cluster. Change the oil as soon as possible within the next 1,000 km (600
mile) or 15 days. Refer to Maintenance Monitor on page 6-15 for the details.

NOTE

x

Please ensure that the Flexible Oil Maintenance Setting is reset after each Oil and Filter
replacement.

x

For maintenance guidelines beyond the miles/months listed, follow the maintenance
intervals provided in the Scheduled Maintenance Tables.

Maintenance and Care

Scheduled Maintenance

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