battery MAZDA CX5 2023 Service Manual

CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to
the following:
 Do not use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
 Do not use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
 Close the cover when the
accessory socket is not in use to
prevent foreign objects and liquids
from getting into the accessory
socket.
 Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
 Noise may occur on the audio
playback depending on the device
connected to the accessory socket.
 Depending on the device connected
to the accessory socket, the vehicle's
electrical system may be affected,
which could cause the warning light
to illuminate. Disconnect the
connected device and make sure
that the problem is resolved. If the
problem is resolved, disconnect the
device from the socket and switch
the ignition off. If the problem is not
resolved, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the socket for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
Connecting the accessory socket
1. Open the lid.
2. Pass the connection plug cord
through the cutout of the console
and insert the plug into the
accessory socket.

1. Plug
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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USB Power Outlet*
▼USB Power Outlet
The USB power outlets can be used
regardless of whether the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Only use USB devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 12.5
W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A) or below.

1. USB power outlet

CAUTION
To prevent USB power outlets damage
or electrical failure, pay attention to
the following:

Do not use USB devices that require
more than 12.5 W (DC 5 V, 2.5 A).
 Correctly connect the USB connector
into the USB power outlets.
NOTE
The USB power outlets are designed
only for charging and they cannot be
used for connecting to the vehicle's
audio system.
To prevent discharging of the battery,
do not use the USB power outlets for
long periods with the engine off or
idling.
Wireless Charger (Qi)*
▼ Wireless Charger (Qi)
You can charge mobile devices such as
Smartphones which comply with the
Qi Wireless Charging standard.
Only use mobile devices that have a
maximum power consumption of 5 W,
or 15 W or below. The maximum
power consumption
differs depending
on the mobile device.
1. LED indicator
2. Charging area

WARNING
Radio waves from the Wireless
Charger (Qi) may affect the operation
of medical devices such as
implanted-type cardiac pacemakers
or defibrillators.
 Before using the Wireless Charger
(Qi) near people who use medical
devices, ask the medical device
manufacturer or your physician if
radio waves from the Wireless
Charger (Qi) will affect the device.
Interior Features
Interior Equipment
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6Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Essential Information................. 6-2 Introduction.......................... 6-2
Scheduled Maintenance............ 6-4 Scheduled Maintenance......... 6-4
Owner Maintenance............... 6-11 Owner Maintenance
Precautions......................... 6-11
Hood.................................. 6-12
Engine Compartment
Overview............................ 6-14
Engine Oil........................... 6-16
Engine Coolant.................... 6-19
Brake Fluid.......................... 6-20
Washer Fluid....................... 6-21
Body Lubrication.................. 6-22
Wiper Blades....................... 6-22
Battery................................ 6-27
Key Battery Replacement...... 6-29
Tires.................................... 6-31
Light Bulbs...........................6-34
Fuses.................................. 6-35
Appearance Care.................... 6-43 Exterior Care....................... 6-43
Interior Care........................ 6-49
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Mazda workmanship, will not be
honored.

Any auto repair shop using parts
equivalent to your Mazda's original
equipment may perform maintenance.
But we recommend that it always be
done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer
using genuine Mazda parts.
Selecting “Vehicle Status Monitor”
enables the system to notify you of
your vehicle's approaching inspection/
servicing period. Refer to the
Information section in the Mazda
Connect Owner's Manual.

The malfunction diagnosis connector is
designed exclusively for connecting the
specially designed device to perform
on-board diagnosis.
Do not connect any devices other than
the specially designed malfunction
diagnosis devices for servicing. If any
device other than the malfunction
diagnosis device is connected, it may
affect the vehicle's electrical devices or
lead to damage such as battery
depletion.
1. Malfunction diagnosis connector
Maintenance and Care
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Engine Compartment Overview
▼Engine Compartment Overview
SKYACTIV-G 2.5
1. Engine oil dipstick
2. Brake fluid reservoir
3. Battery
4. Fuse block
5. Cooling system cap
6. Engine oil-filler cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
1. Engine oil dipstick
2. Brake fluid reservoir
3. Battery
4. Fuse block
5. Cooling system cap
6. Engine oil-filler cap
7. Engine coolant reservoir
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Battery
▼Battery
WARNING
Wash hands after handling the battery
and related accessories:
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm.
Read the following precautions
carefully before using the battery or
inspecting to ensure safe and correct
handling:
Always wear eye protection
when working near the battery:
Working without eye protection is
dangerous. Battery fluid contains
SULFURIC ACID which could cause
blindness if splashed into your eyes.
Also, hydrogen gas produced during
normal battery operation, could ignite
and cause the battery to explode.
Wear eye protection and
protective gloves to prevent contact
with battery fluid:
Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID
which could cause serious injuries if it
gets in eyes, or on the skin or clothing.
If this happens, i mmediately flush your
eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash
your skin thoroughly and get medical
attention.
Always keep batteries out of
the reach of children:
Allowing children to play near batteries
is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or
on the skin.
Keep flames and sparks away
from open battery cells and do not
allow metal tools to contact the
positive (+) or negative (-) terminal of
the battery when working near a
battery. Do not allow the positive (+)
terminal to contact the vehicle body:
Flames and sparks near open battery
cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas,
produced during normal battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
battery to explode. An exploding
battery can cause serious burns and
injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open
battery cells.
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Keep all flames and sparks
away from open battery cells because
hydrogen gas is produced from open
battery cells while charging the
battery or adding battery fluid:
Flames and sparks near open battery
cells are dangerou s. Hydrogen gas,
produced during normal battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
battery to explode. An exploding
battery can cause serious burns and
injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open
battery cells.
NOTE
Before performing battery
maintenance, remove the battery
cover.

▼ Battery Maintenance
To get the best service from a battery:
Keep it securely mounted.Keep the top clean and dry.Keep terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.
If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the
battery cables and charge the battery
every 6 weeks.
▼Battery Replacement
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for battery replacement.
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Key Battery Replacement
▼Key Battery Replacement
If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not
flash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.
CAUTION
 Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur
if it is not installed correctly.
 When replacing the battery, be
careful not to touch any of the
internal circuitry and electrical
terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could
be damaged.
 There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly replaced.
 Dispose of used batteries according
to the following instructions.
 Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
 Never disassemble.
 Never throw the battery into fire or
water.
 Never deform or crush.
 Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2032 or equivalent).
The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:
A message, “Low Key Fob Battery.
Replace Battery” is displayed on the
multi-information display when the
ignition is switched OFF.
The system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.
The system's operational range is
reduced.
Incorrect battery replacement
operation may damage the key.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended. If
replacing the battery by yourself,
follow the instruction.
Replacing the key battery
1. Remove the lower cover while sliding the knob in the direction of
the arrow.
2. Press in the tab to unlock the upper
cover.
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3. Insert a tape-wrapped flatheadscrewdriver into the gap and slide it
in the direction of the arrow.
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the
direction of the arrow and remove
the upper cover.
5. Remove the cap using the tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
6. Remove the battery using
tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.
7. Insert a new battery into the
transmitter so that the positive pole
is facing up.
8. Install the cap.
9. Install the upper cover.
10.Insert the tabs of the lower coverinto the slots of the transmitter and
install the lower cover.
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