oil MAZDA MAZDA 2023 Owner's Manual

Maintenance ItemNumber of times, maintenance was performed.
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Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TT TT
Exhaust system and heat shields III I
Emergency flat tire repair kit (if equipped)
*5Inspect annually.
Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000 km or 24 months.
Function of all lights IIIIIIII
Chart symbols:
I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust,
fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
T: Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light display.
*2Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than
FL-22
may cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*3 According to state/provincial and federal regulati ons, 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.
*4 Inspect a spare tire if equipped.*5 Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Mexico Residents (Severe Driving Scheduled Maintenance):
Number of months or kilometers , whichever comes first.
Months 3 6 9 1215182124
× 1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40
Engine oil & filter
*1RRRRRRRR
Maintenance Interval (other than engine oil
& filter replacement)
*21st 2nd 3rd 4th
Chart symbols:
R: Replace
Remarks:
*1 Reset the engine oil data whenever replacing the engine oil regardless of the message/wrench indicator light display.
*2 Follow Maintenance Interval listed in Normal Driving Scheduled Maintenance.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Owner MaintenancePrecautions
▼Owner Maintenance Precautions
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.
When Refueling
Brake and clutch fluid level (page
6-20)
Engine coolant level (page 6-19)Engine oil level (page 6-18)Washer fluid level (page 6-21)
At Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures (page 6-33)
At Least Twice a Year (For Example,
Every Spring and Fall)
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.
Engine coolant (page 6-19)Engine oil (page 6-18)

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 qualified service technician
with special tools.

Improper owner maintenance during
the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. Refer to
Introduction (page 6-2) for owner's
responsibility in protecting your
investment. 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 Authorized Mazda Dealer.

There are strict environmental laws
regarding the disposal of waste oil and
fluids. Please dispose of your waste
properly and with due regard to the
environment.

We recommend that you entrust the oil
and fluid changes of your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Do not perform maintenance work if
you lack sufficient knowledge and
experience or the proper tools and
equipment to do the work. Have
maintenance work done by a
qualified technician:
Performing maintenance work on a
vehicle is dangerous if not done
properly. You can be seriously injured
while performing some maintenance
procedures.
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3. Grasp the support rod in thepadded area and secure it in the
support rod hole indicated by the
arrow to hold the hood open.

1. Pad
2. Support rod
▼Closing the Hood
1. Check under the hood area to
make certain all filler caps are in
place and all loose items (e.g.
tools, oil containers, etc.) have
been removed.
2. Lift the hood, grasp the paddedarea on the support rod, and secure
the support rod in the clip. Verify
that the support rod is secured in
the clip before closing the hood.

1. Clip

3. Lower the hood slowly to a height of about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its
closed position and then let it drop.
CAUTION
When closing the hood, do not push it
excessively such as by applying your
weight. Otherwise, the hood could be
deformed.
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Engine Compartment Overview
▼Engine Compartment Overview
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and SKYACTIV-G 2.5
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
4. Battery
5. Fuse block
6. Cooling system cap
7. Engine oil-filler cap
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil dipstick
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Battery
5. Fuse block
6. Cooling system cap
7. Engine oil-filler cap
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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Engine Oil
▼Engine Oil
NOTE
Changing the engine oil should be
performed by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Refer to Introduction on page 6-2 for
owner's responsibility in protecting
your investment.
▼Recommended Oil
U.S.A., Canada
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and SKYACTIV-G
2.5
Use SAE 0W-20 engine oil.
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your
Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine
0W-20
Oil is required to achieve
optimum fuel economy.

For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Genuine Mazda Parts
and Genuine Mazda Premium Oil.

Only use SAE 0W-20 oil “Certified For
Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API).
Oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards
and fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC),
comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.

SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your
Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine
5W-30 Oil is required to achieve
optimum fuel economy.

For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Genuine Mazda Parts
and Genuine Mazda Premium Oil.

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Only use SAE 5W-30 oil “Certified For
Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API).
Oil with this trademark symbol
conforms to the current engine and
emission system protection standards
and fuel economy requirements of the
International Lubricant Standardization
and Approval Committee (ILSAC),
comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.

Except U.S.A., Canada
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Oil container labels provide important
information.
A chief contribution this type of oil
makes to fuel economy is reducing the
amount of fuel necessary to overcome
engine friction.

For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts.

(Mexico)
SKYACTIV-G 2.0 and SKYACTIV-G
2.5
Use API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30
engine oil. If SAE 5W-30 engine oil is
not available, use SAE 5W-20, SAE
0W-30 or SAE
10W-30 engine oil.

The quality designation SM, SN or SP
must be on the label.

SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
Use API SM or higher, SAE 5W-30
engine oil. If SAE 5W-30 engine oil is
not available, use SAE 0W-30 or SAE
10W-30 engine oil.

The quality designation SM, SN or SP
must be on the label.

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▼Inspecting Engine Oil Level
NOTE
If the engine oil level warning
indication/warning light turns on,
add 1 L (0.26 US gal, 0.22 Imp gal)
of engine oil.
1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface.
2. Warm up the engine to normal
operating temperature.
3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the
oil pan.
4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,
and reinsert it fully.

1. MAX
2. OK
3. MIN

5. Pull it out again and examine thelevel.
The level is normal if it is between
the MIN and MAX marks.
If it is near or below MIN, add
enough oil to bring the level to
MAX.
CAUTION
Do not overfill the engine oil. This
may cause engine damage.
6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly
before reinserting the dipstick.
7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.
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The top of the fluid level is lower
than E (if equipped).

Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold
weather to prevent it from freezing.
NOTE
Front and rear washer fluid is supplied
from the same reservoir.
Body Lubrication
▼ Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks,
should be lubricated each time the
engine oil is changed. Use a
non-freezing lubricant on locks during
cold weather.

Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.
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edges of the doors and rocker panels
are clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial fallout, and similar deposits
can damage the finish if not removed
immediately. When prompt washing
with plain water is ineffective, use a
mild soap made for use on vehicles.

Thoroughly rinse off all soap with
lukewarm or cold water. Do not allow
soap to dry on the finish.

After washing the vehicle, dry it with a
clean chamois to prevent water spots
from forming.
WARNING
Dry off brakes that have become wet
by driving slowly, releasing the
accelerator pedal and lightly applying
the brakes several times until the
brake performance returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been
affected.
When using an automatic car wash
Retract the door mirrors.The automatic car wash brushes
could reduce the paint luster or
hasten paint deterioration.
When using a high water pressure car
wash
High water temperature and high
water pressure car washers are
available depending on the type of car
wash machine. If the car washer nozzle
is put too close to the vehicle, the
force of the spray could damage or
deform the molding, affect the
sealability of parts, and allow water to
penetrate the interior. Keep a sufficient
space (30 cm (12 in) or more)
between the nozzle and the vehicle. In
addition, do not spend too much time
spraying the same area of the vehicle,
and be very careful when spraying
between gaps in doors and around
windows.
Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the finish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle
body, wax the metal trim to maintain
its luster.

1. Use wax which contains no
abrasives.
Wax containing abrasives will
remove paints and could damage
bright metal parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic, mica, and solid colors.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.
NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take
off the wax. Rewax these areas even if
the rest of the vehicle does not need it.
▼ Repairing Damage to the Finish
Deep scratches or chips on the finish
should be repaired promptly. Exposed
metal quickly rusts and can lead to
major repairs.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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