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Owner Maintenance
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:
Emission Control Maintenance (Australia)
Emission control maintenance is periodically required to ensure proper emission control and engine performance. Refer to scheduled maintenance (Search) for information on when and how to perform the following inspections and servicing items.
For owners with a Mazda Workshop Manual, refer to the sections on Predelivery Inspection and Scheduled Maintenance.
Engine
Drive belts
Inspect the belts for cracks and other damage. Replace if necessary.
Engine oil
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and SKYACTIV-G 2.5
When changing the engine oil, use API SG/SH/SJ/SL/SM/SN or ILSAC GF-II/GF-III/GF-IV/GF-V oil of the proper viscosity for your climate.
SKYACTIV-D 2.2
When changing the engine oil, use ACEA C1 or JASO DL-1 oil of the proper viscosity for your climate.
Change it more frequently during heavy use under any of these conditions:
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Dusty environment
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Extended idling or low-speed operations
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Driving for a prolonged period in cold temperatures or in an extremely humid climate
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Repeated short-distance driving
Oil filter
Do not fail to change the oil filter as prescribed. As with the engine oil, under severe driving conditions, the filter should be changed more frequently.
Cooling system
When inspecting hoses (including the heater hose), connections, and clamps, look for leaks, swellings, cracks, and other damage. Replace any defective hose or part.
Engine coolant
Change the coolant and flush the cooling system as prescribed.
Fuel System and Air-Intake Control System
Fuel lines and hoses
When inspecting the fuel pipes, hoses, connections and clamps, look for leaks, deterioration, and other damage.
Replace any defective hose or part.
Air filter
Besides replacing the filter regularly, always replace it if it is torn or otherwise damaged. Inspect and replace it more often than prescribed if the vehicle is used in very dusty or sandy areas.
Ignition System
Spark plugs
To maintain proper engine operation and emission control, spark plugs must always be in good condition.
Evaporative Emission Control System
When inspecting evaporative line hoses and connections (including the fuel tank and filler cap), apply pressure to determine pressure-holding capacity. Replace any damaged or deteriorated parts.
Exhaust Emission Control System
E.G.R. system
The EGR valve must function properly and no leaks can be evident in the pipes and connections. Replace any damaged part.
Clean the pipes, valve and connections from time to time.
Do not touch the EGR pipes while the engine is running or until they have cooled off after the engine is stopped:
EGR pipes are extremely hot during engine operation and for a while after operation. Touching them could cause severe burns.
