air filter MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2004 Owners Manual
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8Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Introduction ................................................................................... 8-2
Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2
Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (North America) ................................. 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America) ..................... 8-7
Owner Maintenance .................................................................... 8-10
Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................. 8-10
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 8-11
Engine Compartment Overview .............................................. 8-12
Engine Oil ................................................................................ 8-13
Engine Coolant ........................................................................ 8-15
Brake/Clutch Fluid .................................................................. 8-18
Power Steering Fluid ............................................................... 8-19
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) ........................................... 8-20
Washer Fluid ............................................................................ 8-21
Body Lubrication ..................................................................... 8-22
Air Filter .................................................................................. 8-23
Wiper Blades ........................................................................... 8-24
Battery ..................................................................................... 8-28
Tires ......................................................................................... 8-31
Light Bulbs .............................................................................. 8-36
Fuses ........................................................................................ 8-46
Appearance Care ......................................................................... 8-51
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage ..................... 8-51
Exterior Care ........................................................................... 8-53
Interior Care ............................................................................ 8-57
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Scheduled Maintenance
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Schedule 1
I
: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
L : Lubricate
ENGINE
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
CHASSIS and BODY
*1: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 Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers (miles), whichever comes first)Months 6 12182430364248
× 1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
× 1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
Engine valve clearance A u d i b l e i n s p e c t e v e r y 1 2 0 , 0 0 0 k m ( 7 5 , 0 0 0 m i l e s ) ,
if noisy, adjust
Drive belts (tension) I
Engine oil RRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter RRRRRRRR
Cooling system II
Engine coolant Replace at first 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 4 years ;
after that, every 2 years
Air filter R
Fuel lines and hoses
*1II
Hoses and tubes for emission*1I
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Brake lines, hoses and connections II
Disc brakes IIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 12,000km (7,500miles)
Steering operation and linkages II
Front and rear suspension and ball joints II
Driveshaft dust boots II
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000km (45,000miles) or 60 months
All locks and hinges LLLLLLLL
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Schedule 2
I
: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
L :Lubricate
ENGINE
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
*1: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 Interval
(Number of months or kilometers (miles),
whichever comes first)Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
× 1000 km 8 1624324048566472808896
× 1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000km (75,000miles), if noisy, adjust
Drive belts (tension) I
Engine oil Puerto Rico
Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months
Others RRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter RRRRRRRRRRRR
Cooling system II
Engine coolant R e p l a c e a t f i r s t 9 6 , 0 0 0 k m ( 6 0 , 0 0 0 m i l e s ) o r 4 y e a r s ;
after that, every 2 years
Engine coolant level IIIIIIIIIIII
Air filter Puerto Rico
RR
Others R
Fuel lines and hoses
*1II
Hoses and tubes for emission
*1I
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Function of all lights IIIIIIIIIIII
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Emission control and related systems
The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control system and to
efficient engine operation. Don ’t tamper with them.
All inspections and adjustments must be made by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America)
NOTE
• After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the
recommended intervals.
• As the result of visual examination or functional measurement of a system
’s
operation (performance), correct, clean, or replace as required. (Inspect, and if
necessary replace the air filter)
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I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R : Replace
C : Clean
*1:Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
*2: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the engine oil and oil filter more often than recommended intervals.
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.
*3:If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air filter more often than the recommended intervals.
*4:If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extremely humid climates, change the brake fluid annually.
Maintenance
Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers
(miles), whichever comes first)Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
× 1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.518.752531.2537.543.755056.2562.568.757581.2587.593.75100
Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000km (75,000miles), if noisy, adjust
Drive belts
*1IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Engine oil*2RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter*2RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Cooling system IIIIIIII
Engine coolant Replace every 2 years
Air filter
*3CCRCCRCC
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Fuel filter RRRR
Fuel lines and hoses IIIIIIII
Evaporative system
(if installed) IIIIIIII
Battery electrolyte level and
specific gravity IIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and
connections IIIIIIII
Brake fluid
*4IIIRIIIRIIIRIIIR
Parking brake IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Power brake unit
(Brake booster) and hoses IIIIIIII
Disc brakes IIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
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Owner Maintenance
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 8-18)
• Engine coolant level (page 8-15)
• Engine oil level (page 8-13)
• Washer fluid level (page 8-21)
At Least Monthly
• Tire inflation pressures (page 8-31)
At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
• Automatic transaxle fluid level (page 8-20)
• Power steering fluid level (page 8-19)
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.
• Air filter (page 8-23)
• Engine coolant (page 8-15)
• Engine oil (page 8-14)
Owner Maintenance Schedule
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Engine Compartment Overview
Engine oil
dipstick
Fuse block
Air filter
Battery
Brake/Clutch fluid
reservoir
Engine oil-filler cap
Engine coolant
reservoir
Windshield washer
fluid reservoir
Power steering
fluid reservoir
Main fuse
Automatic transaxle fluid-level
dipstick (only for automatic transaxle)
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This air filter may be cleaned with
compressed air and reused, or replaced,
depending on its condition. Unless it is
very dirty, simply shake it to remove
foreign particles. Each time you inspect it,
wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a
damp cloth.
Replacing the Air Filter
1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned
off.
2. Remove the battery cover and battery duct. 3. Unfasten the clamps.
4. Lift off the air filter cover and remove
the filter.
5. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth.
6. Clean or replace the filter.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Replace the filter according to the
Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3).
Air Filter
Don ’t drive without an air filter. This
could result in excessive engine wear.
NOTE
If the vehicle is operated in very dusty
or sandy areas, replace the filter more
often than the recommended intervals.
Use a Mazda genuine air filter. Use of
other filters could damage the airflow
sensor.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Battery duct
Battery cover
Clamp
Air filter cover
Air filter
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Index
A
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-13
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-36
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-23
Antenna
............................................ 6-10
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-7
Warning light
.............................. 5-8
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-51
Ashtray
............................................. 6-40
Audio System
................................... 6-10
Audio control switch
................ 6-32
Audio set
................................... 6-17
Operating tips for audio
system
....................................... 6-10
Safety certification
.................... 6-34
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips
............................... 5-16
Fluid
.......................................... 8-20
Manual shift mode
.................... 5-13
Shift-lock override
.................... 5-12
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-12
Transaxle ranges
....................... 5-11
B
Battery Emergency starting
................... 7-15
Maintenance
............................. 8-28
Specifications
........................... 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder
............... 5-43
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-43
Seat belt warning beep
.............. 5-43
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep
........................................... 5-43
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-6
After getting in
........................... 4-6
Before getting in
......................... 4-6
B
Body Lubrication ............................. 8-22
Bottle Holder
.................................... 6-42
Brake/Clutch Fluid
.......................................... 8-18
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
....5-7
Brakes assist
................................5-8
Foot brake
................................... 5-4
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-6
Break-In Period
.................................. 4-7
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-36
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-5
Cargo Securing Loops
...................... 6-43
Cargo Sub-Compartment
................. 6-44
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-3
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-14
Center Console
................................. 6-43
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions
........ 2-21
Installing child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-25
LATCH child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-32
Child Safety Locks for Rear
Doors
.................................................. 3-9
Cigarette Lighter
.............................. 6-40
Climate Control System
.....................6-2
Gas specifications
..................... 10-6
Clock
................................................ 6-39
Cruise Control
.................................. 5-18
Cup Holder
....................................... 6-41
Customer Assistance
.......................... 9-2
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