washer fluid MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES 2005 (in English) User Guide

Fluid Mazda Part
NameApplication Capacity
Fuel tank N/A Regular cab
(Short wheel
base)64.4L (17
gallons)
SuperCab 73.8L (19.5
gallons)
Transfer Case
FluidMazda
MERCON
AT F4x4 Vehicles 1.2L (1.25
quarts)
Front axle
lubricantMazda SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant4x4 Vehicles 1.7L (3.6 pints)
Rear axle
lubricant
5Mazda SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle LubricantAll 2.4-2.5L (5.0-5.3
pints)
Windshield
washer fluidUltra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 2.6L (2.75
quarts)
1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON
and MERCON
V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Refer to theService Maintenance
Sectionto determine the correct service interval.
2Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’s normal operating range.
4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. DO NOT MIX
different colors or types of coolant. DO NOT USE Mazda Extended Life
Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer toAdding engine coolant, in
this chapter.
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Item Mazda part name or equivalent
Automatic transmission (5R44E
and 5R55E)MERCON
VATF2
Windshield washer fluidUltra-clear Windshield Washer
Concentrate
1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. If submerged in
water, the rear axle lubricant should be changed.
2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON
and MERCON
V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON
and MERCON
V. Refer to yourService Maintenance
Sectionto determine the correct service interval.
3Do not mix different types or colors of engine coolant.
4Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake
components are replaced. Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not
trigger the brake warning light are within the normal operating range,
there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal
operating range, the performance of your brake system could be
compromised, seek service from your local Mazda dealer immediately.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35mm)0.042–0.046 inch
(1.07–1.17mm)0.052–0.054 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio9.7:1 9.14:1 9.7:1
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Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................247
Vehicle loading ..........................125
camper bodies ........................139
Ventilating your vehicle ...........145
W
Warning chimes ...........................16
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................206Water, Driving through
.............158
Windows
power
.........................................47
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................45
checking and adding fluid
.....206
checking and cleaning
..............45
replacing wiper blades
.............46
Wrecker towing
.........................176
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