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WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can

produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is

pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. Be very careful to

put the container on the ground before adding fuel to it.

Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling an

ungrounded fuel container:

•

Place approved fuel container on the ground.

•

DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the

cargo area).

•

Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while

filling.

•

DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill

position.

Choosing the right fuel

•

Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is

prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle.

•

Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel

system components.

•

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with

metallic compounds, including manganese-based compounds

containing MMT.

•

Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your

vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty.

Octane recommendations

Your vehicle is designed to use

“Regular” unleaded gasoline with

pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.

We do not recommend the use of

gasolines labeled as “Regular” that

are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas.

NOTE:

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly.

However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are

using fuel with the recommended octane rating, see your authorized

Mazda dealer to prevent any engine damage.

Fuel quality

NOTE:

If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation

driveability problems during a cold start, try a different brand of

87

(R+M)/2 METHOD

Maintenance and Specifications

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