transmission fluid MAZDA MODEL MX-5 MIATA 2005 Owners Manual

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Winter Driving
lCarry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag
of sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to
perform the following precautions:
lHave the proper ratio of antifreeze in
the radiator.
lInspect the battery and its cables. Cold
reduces battery capacity.
lUse only cold-weather engine oil (page
8-15).
lInspect the ignition system for damage
and loose connections.
lUse washer fluid made with
antifreeze ―but don't use engine
coolant antifreeze for washer fluid
(page 8-25).
lDon't use the parking brake in freezing
weather as the parking brake may
freeze. Instead, shift to P with an
automatic transmission and to 1 or R
with a manual transmission. Block the
rear wheels.
q Snow Tires
WARNING
Mixing Tire Types:
Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling
could be greatly affected and result in
an accident. Use only the same size
and type tires (snow, radial, or non-
radial) on all four wheels.
CAUTION
Check local regulations before using
studded tires.
Use snow tires on all four wheels
Don't go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)
while driving with snow tires. Inflate
snow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm
2, 4.3 psi)
more than recommended on the tire
pressure label (driver's door), but never
more than the maximum cold-tire pressure
shown on the tires.
Your vehicle is originally equipped with
summer tires designed for optimum
traction on wet and dry roads. If your
vehicle is to be used on snow and ice
covered roads, you may find it necessary
to replace the original equipment tires
with snow tires, during the winter months.
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Before Driving Your Mazda
Driving Tips
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8Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2
Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (North America) ................................. 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America) ..................... 8-8
Owner Maintenance ................................................................... 8-12 Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................ 8-12
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 8-13
Engine Compartment Overview .............................................. 8-14
Engine Oil ............................................................................... 8-15
Engine Coolant ....................................................................... 8-18
Brake Fluid ............................................................................. 8-20
Clutch Fluid ............................................................................ 8-21
Power Steering Fluid ............................................................... 8-22
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ..................................... 8-23
Washer Fluid ........................................................................... 8-25
Body Lubrication .................................................................... 8-26
Air Filter .................................................................................. 8-26
Wiper Blades ........................................................................... 8-27
Battery ..................................................................................... 8-29
Tires ........................................................................................ 8-30
Light Bulbs ............................................................................. 8-34
Fuses ....................................................................................... 8-38
Appearance Care ........................................................................ 8-42 How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage .................... 8-42
Exterior Care ........................................................................... 8-44
Interior Care ............................................................................ 8-48
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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I
Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I IIIIII
Disc brakes IIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 8,000 km (5,000 miles)
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I IIIII
Steering operation and linkages II
Power steering fluid level I I I I I I IIIIII
Manual transmission oil RR
Rear differential oil RR
Front and rear suspension ball joints II
Driveshaft dust boots II
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 60 months
All locks and hinges L L L L L LLLLLLL
Washer fluid level I I I I I I IIIIII
Chart symbols
I:Inspect:Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
L: Lubricate
Remarks
* According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the
recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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MaintenanceInterval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96
×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles
6.25 12.5 18.752531.25 37.5 43.755056.25 62.5 68.757581.25 87.5 93.75100
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake pedals and clutch pedals I I I IIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I I I I I I I
Clutch fluid I I IIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake fluid
*6IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Parking brake I I I IIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit and hoses I I I I I I I I
Disc brakes I I IIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power steering fluid and lines I I I IIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and gear housing I I I I I I I I
Steering linkages, tie rod ends and
arms IIIIIIII
Manual transmission oil R
Rear differential oil RR
Front and rear suspension and ball
joints IIII
Automatic transmission fluid level I I I I I I I I
Drive shaft dust boots IIII
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T T T T T
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion and perforation)
(except Australian model) Inspect annually
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Owner Maintenance Schedule
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the
indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service
technician as soon as possible.
qWhen Refueling
lBrake and clutch fluid level (page 8-20)
lEngine coolant level (page 8-18)
lEngine oil level (page 8-16)
lWasher fluid level (page 8-25)
qAt Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures (page 8-31)
qAt Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
lAutomatic transmission fluid level (page 8-23)
lPower steering fluid level (page 8-22)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical
ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
lAir filter (page 8-26)
lEngine coolant (page 8-18)
lEngine oil (page 8-16)
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Engine Compartment Overview
Fuse blockEngine oil-filler cap Cooling system cap Power steering fluid filler cap/dipstick Air filterClutch fluid reservoir
(Only for manual
transmission model)
Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick
(Only for automatic transmission model)
Engine oil dipstickBrake fluid reservoir
Washer fluid reservoir
(TypeA)
Engine coolant
reservoir Washer fluid reservoir (TypeB)
The battery is in the trunk
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Owner Maintenance
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3. Remove the filler cap and attacheddipstick.
4. Wipe them clean and put them back.
5. Remove again and inspect the level.
6. It must be between H and L. Add fluid if necessary.
Don't overfill.
If new fluid is required frequently, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.Automatic Transmission
Fluid (ATF)
q Inspecting Automatic
Transmission Fluid Level
The automatic transmission fluid level
should be inspected regularly. Measure it
as described below.
The volume of fluid changes with the
temperature. For that reason, it is best to
examine the level after having driven the
vehicle for 15 minutes. If necessary,
however, it can also be inspected without
driving when the outside temperature is
above 20°C (70°F).
CAUTION
lLow fluid level causes transmission
slippage. Overfilling can cause
foaming, loss of fluid, and
transmission malfunction.
lUse specified fluid (page 10-4). A
nonspecified fluid could result in
transmission malfunction and failure.
lThe vehicle should not be driven if
the fluid level is below the bottom of
the dipstick and the outside
temperature is above 20°C (70°F), or
if evident automatic transmission
fluid leaks are found.
1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly.
2. Idle the engine. Push down on the brake pedal.
3. Move the shift lever through all ranges and set it at P.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Specifications
qEngine
Item Specification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 83.0 mm × 85.0 mm (3.3 × 3.4 in)
Displacement 1,840 ml (1,840 cc, 112.2 cu in)
Compression ratio MX-5/Miata
10.0
MAZDASPEED MX-5 9.5
qElectrical System
Item Specification
Battery Maintenance-free, 12V-32AH/5HR
Alternator 12 V - 80 A
Starter 12 V - 1.0 kW
Spark-plug number MX-5/Miata
BP01 18 110
*, BP02 18 110*,
BP03 18 110, BP04 18 110
MAZDASPEED MX-5 BP8K 18 110
*
Spark-plug gap MX-5/Miata 1.0
―1.1mm (0.040 ―0.043 in)
MAZDASPEED MX-5 0.7 ―0.8mm (0.027 ―0.031 in)
* ex factory
q Lubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-15.
Manual transmission oil Any temperature
API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10°C (50°F) API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
Automatic transmission fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Rear differential oil API Service
GL-5
SAE 90
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
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qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Unit
L US qt Imp qt
Engine oil With oil filter 3.8 4.0 3.3
Without oil filter 3.6 3.8 3.2
Coolant MX-5/Miata 6.0 6.3 5.3
MAZDASPEED MX-5 6.2 6.6 5.5
Manual transmission oil 5-Speed transmission 2.0 2.1 1.8
6-Speed transmission 1.8 1.9 1.6
Automatic transmission fluid 6.7 7.1 5.9
Rear differential oil MX-5/Miata 1.0 1.1 0.9
MAZDASPEED MX-5 0.8 0.85 0.7
Fuel tank 48.0 12.7
(US gal) 10.6
(Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
q Dimensions
Item Vehicle specification
Overall length MX-5/Miata
3,945 mm (155.3 in), 3,963 mm (156.0 in)*
MAZDASPEED MX-53,964 mm (156.1 in), 3,983 mm (156.8 in)*
Overall width 1,678 mm (66.1 in)
Overall height 1,228 mm (48.4 in)
Front tread 1,415 mm (55.7 in)
Rear tread 1,440 mm (56.7 in)
Wheelbase 2,265 mm (89.2 in)
* With license plate holder
q Weights
Item Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,337 kg (2,948 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front
685 kg (1,510 lb)
Rear 675 kg (1,488 lb)
qAir Conditioner
Gas complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating charge
HFC134a (R-134a) 0.4 kg (14.1 oz)
Specifications
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A
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-12
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-20
Air Conditioning SystemGas specifications ...................... 10-5
Air Filter ............................................ 8-26
Antenna ............................................... 6-9
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-7 Warning light ............................... 5-7
Appearance Care ............................... 8-42
Ashtray .............................................. 6-68
Audio System ..................................... 6-9 Audio set (Type A) ..................... 6-19
Audio set (Type B) ..................... 6-43
Operating tips for audio system .... 6-9
Safety certification ..................... 6-66
Automatic Transmission Driving tips ................................ 5-13
Fluid ........................................... 8-23
Overdrive ................................... 5-12
Shift-lock override ..................... 5-12
Shift-lock system ........................ 5-11
Transmission ranges ................... 5-10
B
BatteryEmergency starting .................... 7-13
Maintenance ............................... 8-29
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder ................. 5-28
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-28
Seat belt warning beep ............... 5-28
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-7 After getting in ............................. 4-7
Before getting in .......................... 4-7
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-26
B
Brake Fluid ........................................... 8-20
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-7
Foot brake .................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator ........................ 5-8
Parking brake ............................... 5-5
Warning light ............................... 5-6
Break-In Period ................................... 4-8
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-34
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-6
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-4
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-13
Center Console .................................. 6-70
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions ......... 2-13
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-18
Cigarette Lighter ............................... 6-68
Climate Control System ...................... 6-2
Clutch Fluid ........................................... 8-21
Convertible Top ................................ 3-20
Cruise Control ................................... 5-14
Cup Holder ........................................ 6-69
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-21
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-31
Defroster Rear window .............................. 5-33
Detachable Hardtop .......................... 3-25
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