Owner Maintenance

1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the bonnet.

    

   

2. Insert your hand into the bonnet opening, slide the latch lever to the right, and lift up the bonnet.

    

   

    

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   The lever is located a little to the left of centre when facing the vehicle.

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3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the bonnet open.

    

   

In order to keep the maintenance interval (Search) and to protect the engine from damage caused by poor lubrication, it is vitally important to make use of engine oil with the correct specification. Do not use oils which do not meet the below specification or requirements. Use of unsuitable oil may lead to engine damage which is not covered by the Mazda Warranty.

Engine oil viscosity, or thickness, has an effect on fuel economy and cold-weather operation (starting and oil flow).

Low-viscosity engine oils can provide improved fuel economy and cold-weather performance.

(SKYACTIV-G 2.0)

Mazda recommends using Mazda Premium Motor Oil (for Australia) or Mazda Motor Oil (for New Zealand) which has been specifically designed and tested to meet the stringent Mazda Engineering Standards (MES) for your Mazda. To ensure engine longevity is not compromised particularly under the harsh climatic conditions existing in Australia and New Zealand, we only recommend using genuine Mazda engine oil which is available throughout the Mazda Dealer network.

If Mazda Premium Motor Oil (for Australia) or Mazda Motor Oil (for New Zealand) is not selected for use, always use an engine oil meeting the specifications:

Use ILSAC GF-II/GF-III/GF-IV/GF-V, or API service SG or higher.

(SKYACTIV-D 1.5)

Mazda recommends using Mazda Diesel Engine Oil which has been specifically designed and tested to meet the stringent Mazda Engineering Standards (MES) for your Mazda. To ensure engine longevity is not compromised particularly under the harsh climatic conditions existing in Australia and New Zealand, we only recommend using genuine Mazda Diesel Engine Oil which is available throughout the Mazda Dealer network.

If Mazda Diesel Engine Oil is not selected for use, always use an engine oil meeting the specifications:

Use ACEA C1 or JASO DL-1.

When choosing an oil, consider the temperature range your vehicle will operate in before the next oil change.

Then select the recommended viscosity from the chart.

 

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• Using oils of viscosity besides those recommended for specific temperature ranges could result in engine damage.

• (SKYACTIV-D 1.5)

  SKYACTIV-D 1.5 uses specified oil. Please confirm the specification in owner's manual. If engine oil other than the specified oil is used, the Diesel Particulate Filter effective period of use will be shortened or the Diesel Particulate Filter may be damaged.

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(SKYACTIV-G 2.0)

• It is normal for all engines to consume engine oil under normal driving conditions.

  Engine oil consumption may be as high as 0.8 L/1000 km (1 L/800 miles). This may be as a result of evaporation, internal ventilation or burning of the lubricating oil in the working engine. Oil consumption may be higher when the engine is new due to the running-in process. Oil consumption is also dependant on engine speed and engine load. Under extreme driving conditions, oil consumption may be higher.

(SKYACTIV-D 1.5)

• Whenever the engine oil is replaced, the vehicles engine control unit needs to be reset as soon as possible. Otherwise the wrench indicator light or engine oil warning light may turn on. To reset the engine control unit, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer or refer to the vehicle engine control unit reset procedure (Search).

  Inspect the engine oil level periodically. When inspecting the engine oil, if the engine oil level is exceeds the “X” mark on the dipstick, replace the engine oil. This should be done by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer. When replacing the engine oil, inspect the oil level using the oil dipstick and refill so that the engine oil level is within the range between MIN and MAX as shown in the figure.

   

  

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After replacing the engine oil, have a repair shop such as an Authorised Mazda Repairer perform the initialization (engine oil data resetting) of the recorded value. If the value recorded by the computer is not initialized, the wrench indicator light may not turn off or it may turn on earlier than normal.

 

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The initialization (engine oil data resetting) of the recorded value can be performed using the following procedure:

1. Switch the ignition OFF.

2. Switch the ignition ON with the selector pressed, and press and hold the selector for about 5 seconds until the master warning light flashes.

    

   

3. After the master warning light flashes for several seconds, the initialization is completed.

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1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface.

2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature.

3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the sump.

4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.

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   When inspecting the engine oil level, pull out the dipstick straight without twisting. In addition, when inserting the dipstick, always insert it without twisting so that the “X” mark faces the front of the vehicle.

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5. Pull it out again and examine the level.

   The level is normal if it is between the MIN and MAX marks.

   If it is near or below MIN, add enough oil to bring the level to MAX.

    

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   Do not overfill the engine oil. This may cause engine damage.

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6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick.

7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.

 

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Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:

A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. You could be burned. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it.

Pull over to a safe location, then switch the ignition off and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan:

Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous. The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine compartment temperature is high. You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured.

Do not remove either cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot:

When the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury.

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Changing the coolant should be done by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

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Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at least once a year―at the beginning of the winter season―and before travelling where temperatures may drop below freezing.

Inspect the condition and connections of all cooling system and heater hoses.

Replace any that are swollen or deteriorated.

The coolant should be at full in the radiator and between the F or FULL and L marks on the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool.

SKYACTIV-G 2.0

SKYACTIV-D 1.5

If it is at or near L, add enough coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to F or FULL.

Securely tighten the coolant reservoir tank cap after adding coolant.

 

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• Radiator coolant will damage paint.

  Rinse it off quickly if spilled.

• Use only soft (demineralised) water in the coolant mixture. Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness.

• Do not add only water. Always add a proper coolant mixture.

• The engine has aluminium parts and must be protected by an ethylene-glycol-based coolant to prevent corrosion and freezing.

• DO NOT USE coolants Containing Alcohol, methanol, Borate or Silicate.

  These coolants could damage the cooling system.

• DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant. This could damage the cooling system.

• Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze.

  This would reduce effectiveness.

• If the “FL22” mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.

 

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If the coolant reservoir is empty or new coolant is required frequently, consult an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

 

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If the brake/clutch fluid level is low, have the brakes inspected:

A low brake/clutch fluid level is dangerous.

A low level could indicate brake lining wear or a brake system leak which could cause the brakes to fail and lead to an accident.

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The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir.

Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept between the MAX and MIN lines.

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 expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.

 

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Use only windscreen washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir:

Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windscreen, it will dirty the windscreen, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.

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Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary.

Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable.

But use only washer fluid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing.

 

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Front and rear washer fluid is supplied from the same reservoir.

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Always inflate the tyres to the correct pressure:

Overinflation or underinflation of tyres is dangerous. Adverse handling or unexpected tyre failure could result in a serious accident.

Refer to Tyres (Search).

Use only a Mazda-genuine tyre valve cap:

Use of a non-genuine part is dangerous as the correct tyre air pressure cannot be maintained if the tyre valve becomes damaged. If the vehicle is driven under this condition, the tyre air pressure will decrease which could result in a serious accident. Do not use any part for the tyre valve cap that is not a Mazda-genuine part.

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Inspect all tyre pressures monthly (including the spare) when the tyres are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, handling, and minimum tyre wear.

Refer to the specification charts (Search).

 

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• Always check tyre pressure when tyres are cold.

• Warm tyres normally exceed recommended pressures. Do not release air from warm tyres to adjust the pressure.

• Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy, uneven and accelerated tyre wear, and poor sealing of the tyre bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tyre from rim.

• Overinflation can produce a harsh ride, uneven and accelerated tyre wear, and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards.

  Keep your tyre pressure at the correct levels. If one frequently needs inflating, have it inspected.

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Rotate tyres periodically:

Irregular tyre wear is dangerous. To equalize tread wear for maintaining good performance in handling and braking, rotate the tyres every 10,000 km (6,250 miles), or sooner if irregular wear develops.

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During rotation, inspect them for correct balance.

Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following:

• Incorrect tyre pressure

• Improper wheel alignment

• Out-of-balance wheel

• Severe braking

After rotation, inflate all tyre pressures to specification (Search) and inspect the wheel nuts for tightness.

 

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Rotate unidirectional tyres and radial tyres that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tyre performance will be reduced if rotated from side to side.

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