change oil MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2015 Owners Manual (in English)

3–60
Before Driving
Driving Tips
Turbocharger Information (SKYACTIV-D 2.2)
CAUTION
  After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill, idle the engine at least 30 seconds
before stopping it. Otherwise, the turbocharger could be damaged. However, when
i-stop operates, idling is unnecessary.
  Racing or over-revving the engine, particularly after it's just been started, can damage
the turbocharger.
  To protect the engine from damage, the engine is designed so that it cannot be raced
just after starting it in extremely cold weather.
The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced design provides improved
operation and requires minimum maintenance.
To get the most from it, observe the following.
1. Change engine oil and fi lter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 6-3 ).
2. Use only recommended engine oil (page 6-23 ). Extra additives are NOT recommended.
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When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
CAUTION
Heed the following precautions to assure correct operation of each system.
 
 Do not adhere stickers (including transparent stickers) to the surface of the radiator
grille and front emblem in and around the radar sensor (front), and do not replace
the radiator grille and front emblem with any product that is not a genuine product
designed for use with the radar sensor (front).
  The radar sensor (front) includes a function for detecting soiling of the radar sensor's
front surface and informing the driver, however, depending on the conditions, it may
require time to detect or it may not detect plastic shopping bags, ice or snow. If this
occurs, the system may not operate correctly, therefore always keep the radar sensor
(front) clean.
  Do not install a grille guard. 
 If the front part of the vehicle has been damaged in a vehicle accident, the position of
the radar sensor (front) may have moved. Stop the system immediately and always
have the vehicle inspected at an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
  Do not use the front bumper to push other vehicles or obstructions such as when
pulling out of a parking space. Otherwise, the radar sensor (front) could be hit and its
position deviated.
  Do not remove, disassemble, or modify the radar sensor (front). 
 For repairs, replacement or paint work around the radar sensor (front), consult an
Authorised Mazda Repairer.
  Do not modify the suspension. If the suspension are modifi ed, the vehicle's posture
could change and the radar sensor (front) may not be able to correctly detect a vehicle
ahead or an obstruction.
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*Some models.5–73
Interior Features
Audio System
Applications
NOTE
Depending on the grade and
specifi cation, the screen display may
differ.
Select the
icon on the home screen to
display the Applications screen. The
following information can be verifi ed.
Top screen Item Function
Fuel
Economy
Monitor Fuel Consumption
Control Status
Effectiveness
Display
Settings Refer to Fuel
Economy Monitor
on page 4-94 .
Maintenance
Scheduled
Maintenance
Tyre Rotation
Oil Change Refer to
Maintenance
Monitor (Type C/
Type D audio) on
page 6-15 .
Warning
Guidance Warnings
currently active
can be verifi ed. Refer to If a
Warning Light
Turns On or
Flashes on page
7-32 .
Audio Control Switch
Operation
*
Without Bluetooth ® Hands-Free
With Bluetooth ® Hands-Free
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6–5
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometres (miles), whichever comes fi rst.
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108
×1000 km 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180
×1000 miles 12.5 25 37.5 50 62.5 75 87.5 100
112.5
Body condition (for rust, corrosion and
perforation) Inspect annually.
Cabin air fi lter (if installed) R R R R
Tyres (including spare tyre) (with infl ation
pressure adjustment)
*11*12 I I I I I I I I I
Flat tyre repair kit (if installed)
*13 Inspect annually.
Chart symbols:
I : Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fi ll up, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
C : Clean
T : Tighten
Remarks:
*1 In the countries below, inspect the spark plugs at every 10,000 km (6,250 miles) or 12 months before replacing
them at the said interval.
Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Latvia, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Romania,
Serbia, Ukraine
*2 If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air fi lter more often
than the recommended intervals.
*3 Implement the fuel injection amount correction.
*4 Also inspect the air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, inspect the drive belts at every 20,000
km (12,500 miles) or 12 months.
a) Driving in dusty conditions
b) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
c) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only
d) Driving in extremely hot conditions
e) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*5 MZR 1.6, SKYACTIV-G 1.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and SKYACTIV-D 2.2 vehicles can select fl exible setting only
some countries in Europe. Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer for details. Flexible setting can be set if the
vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is police car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
Once the fl exible maintenance is selected, the vehicle calculates the remaining oil life based on engine operating
conditions and lets you know when an oil change is due by illuminating the wrench mark in the instrument
cluster.
Replace the engine oil and fi lter when message/wrench mark is ON. And they must be changed at least once a
year or within 20,000 km (12,500 miles) since last engine oil and fi lter change.
The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench mark display.
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*Some models.6–15
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance Monitor *
Maintenance Monitor (Type A/Type B audio)
“Oil Change” with fl exible setting *1 is available. Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer for
details*2 . Once the system turns on, the wrench indicator light in the instrument cluster will
be illuminated when remaining oil life becomes less than 500 km (300 mile), or remaining
days are less than 15 (Whichever comes fi rst).
Reset method
Press and hold the TRIP button with the ignition switched off, then switch it on. Keep
pressing the TRIP button for more than 5 seconds. The master warning light will fl ash for a
few seconds when the reset is completed.
*1 The engine oil fl exible maintenance setting is available (only some countries in Europe).
Based on the engine operating conditions, the onboard computer in your vehicle
calculates the remaining oil life.
*2 Once the engine oil fl exible maintenance setting is selected, the system must be reset
whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the wrench indicator light display.
Maintenance Monitor (Type C/Type D audio)
1. Select the icon on the home screen to display the “Applications” screen.
2. Select the “Maintenance” to display the maintenance list screen.
3. Switch the tab and select the setting item you want to change.
You can customize settings in the setup display as follows:
Tab Item Explanation
Maintenance Setting Notifi cation can be switched on/off.
Time (months) Displays the time or distance until maintenance is due.
Select this item to set the maintenance period.
“Scheduled Due!” is displayed in red and the wrench indicator
light in the instrument cluster will be illuminated when the
remaining distance is less than 500 km or 250 mile, or the
remaining number of days is less than 15 (whichever comes
fi rst). Distance (mile or km)
Reset Resets the time and distance to the initial values.
Once the system turns on, it needs to be reset whenever
carrying out maintenance.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Tab Item Explanation
Tyre Rotation Setting Notifi cation can be switched on/off.
Distance (mile or km) Displays the distance until tyre rotation is due.
Select this item to set the tyre rotation distance.
“Tyre Rotation Due!” is displayed in red and the wrench
indicator light in the instrument cluster will be illuminated
when the remaining distance is less than 500 km or 250 mile.
Reset Resets the remaining distance to the initial value.
Once the system turns on, it needs to be reset whenever rotating
the tyres.
Oil Change Setting
*1 Notifi cation can be switched on/off.
Distance (mile or km) Displays the distance until the oil replacement is due.
Select this item to set the oil replacement distance.
“Oil Change Due!” is displayed in red and the wrench indicator
light in the instrument cluster will be illuminated when the
remaining distance is less than 500 km or 250 mile.
Reset Resets the remaining distance to the initial value.
Once the system turns on, it needs to be reset whenever
replacing the engine oil.
*1 The engine oil fl exible maintenance setting is available (only some countries in Europe).
Consult an Authorised Mazda Repairer for details.
Once the engine oil fl exible maintenance setting is selected, you will see the following
items in the display. The vehicle calculates the remaining oil life based on the engine
operating conditions and lets you know when an oil change is due by illuminating the
wrench indicator light in the instrument cluster.
Tab Item Explanation
Oil Change Oil life (%) Displays the engine oil life until the oil replacement is due.
“Oil Change Due!” is displayed in red and the wrench indicator
light in the instrument cluster will be illuminated when
remaining oil life distance is less than 500 km (300 mile), or
remaining days are less than 15 (whichever comes fi rst).
Reset Resets the remaining oil life to 100 %.
The system must be reset whenever replacing the engine oil.
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6–17
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Owner Maintenance Precautions
Routine Service
We highly recommend that these items be inspected daily, or at least every week.
 


 Engine Oil Level (page 6-29 )



 Engine Coolant Level (page 6-30 )



 Brake and clutch Fluid Level (page 6-32 )



 Washer Fluid Level (page 6-34 )



 Battery Maintenance (page 6-42 )



 Tyre Infl ation Pressure (page 6-46 )
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only
for items that are easy to perform.
As explained in the Introduction (page 6-2 ), several procedures can be done only by a
qualifi ed service technician with special tools.
Improper do-it yourself maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty
coverage. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the
vehicle. If you are unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an
expert repairer, we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fl uids. Please
dispose of your waste properly and with due regard to the environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil and fl uid changes of your vehicle to an Authorised
Mazda Repairer.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Engine oil viscosity, or thickness, has an effect on fuel economy and cold-weather operation
(starting and oil fl ow).
Low-viscosity engine oils can provide improved fuel economy and cold-weather
performance.
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 above.
CAUTION
  Using oils of viscosity besides those recommended for specifi c temperature ranges
could result in engine damage.
 
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2) SKYACTIV-D 2.2 uses specifi ed oil. Please confi rm the specifi cation in owner's
manual.If engine oil other than the specifi ed 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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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Type B
OK
F
E

Use plain water if washer fl uid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fl uid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
NOTE
Front and rear washer fl uid is supplied
from the same reservoir.
Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and bonnet hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the bonnet's secondary latch
keeps the bonnet from opening when the
primary latch is released.
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