oil MAZDA MODEL 3 4-DOOR 2015 Owner's Guide

*Some models.6–70
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Interior Care
WARNING
Do not spray water in the cabin: Splashing water on electrical parts
such as the audio unit and switches
is dangerous as it could cause a
malfunction or a fi re.
Dashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They will damage and discolor
the dashboard. If these solutions get on the
dashboard, wipe them off immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discoloration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
Instrument panel top (soft pad)
 y  Extremely soft material is used for the
soft pad surface. When cleaning, it is
recommended that you use a clean towel
dampened in a mild detergent to remove
soiling.
 y  If the soft pad surface is rubbed harshly,
it could result in the surface being
damaged leaving white scratch marks.
Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leather
*
Remove dust and sand fi rst using a
vacuum cleaner or other means, then wipe
dirt off using a soft cloth with a leather
cleaner or a soft cloth soaked in mild soap.
Wipe off the remaining cleaner or soap
using a cloth soaked in clean water and
wrung out well.
Remove moisture with a dry, soft cloth
and allow the leather to further dry in a
well-ventilated, shaded area. If the leather
gets wet such as from rain, also remove
moisture and dry it as soon as possible.
NOTE
 y  Because genuine leather is a natural
material, its surface is not uniform and
it may have natural scars, scratches,
and wrinkles.
 y To maintain the quality for as long as
possible, periodical maintenance, about
twice a year, is recommended.
 y Sand and dust on the seat surface may
damage the overcoat of the genuine
leather surfaces and accelerate wear.
 y Greasy soiling on genuine leather may
cause molding and stains.
 y Rubbing hard with a stiff brush or cloth
may cause damage.
 y Do not wipe the leather using alcohol,
chlorine bleach, or organic solvents
such as thinner, benzene, or gasoline.
Otherwise, it may cause discoloration
or stains.
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6–72
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing
Clean the webbing with a mild soap
solution recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Follow instructions. Do not bleach
or dye the webbing; this may weaken it.
After cleaning the belts, thoroughly dry
the belt webbing and make sure there is no
remaining moisture before retracting them.
WARNING
Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
replace damaged seat belts
immediately:
Using damaged seat belts is
dangerous. In a collision, damaged
belts cannot provide adequate
protection.
Cleaning the Window Interiors
If the windows become covered with an
oily, greasy, or waxy fi lm, clean them with
glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the
container.
CAUTION


7–11
If Trouble Arises
Flat Tire
To install the antitheft lug nut
1. Place the special key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square to
it. If you hold the key at an angle, you
may damage both key and nut. Do not
use a power impact wrench.
2. Place the lug wrench on top of the special key, apply pressure, and turn it
clockwise.
Nut tightening torque
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 108—147
(12—14, 80—108)
Mounting the Spare Tire
1. Remove dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub, including the hub bolts, with a
cloth.
WARNING
Make sure the mounting surfaces of
the wheel, hub and lug nuts are clean
before changing or replacing tires: When changing or replacing a tire,
not removing dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub
and hub bolts is dangerous. The lug
nuts could loosen while driving and
cause the tire to come off , resulting in
an accident.
2. Mount the spare tire.
3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand.
WARNING
Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts
and bolts and do not tighten the
lug nuts beyond the recommended
tightening torque: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could
loosen while driving and cause the tire
to come off , resulting in an accident.
In addition, lug nuts and bolts could
be damaged if tightened more than
necessary.
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7–25
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
Signal Warning
Electronic Brake Force
Distribution System Warning If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that \
some components
are operating incorrectly, the control unit may illuminate the brake system warning
light and the ABS warning light simultaneously. The problem is likely to be the
electronic brake force distribution system.WARNING
Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated.
Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes
inspected as soon as possible:
Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are
illuminated simultaneously is dangerous.
When both lights are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal circumstances.
Charging System Warning Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfuncti\
on of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated
because the engine could stop unexpectedly.
Engine Oil Warning
Light This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil pressure is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
If the light illuminates or the warning indication is displayed while dr\
iving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil p\
an.
3. Inspect the engine oil level 6-28 . If it's low, add the appropriate amount of engine oil while being careful not to overfi ll.
CAUTION
Do not run the engine if the oil level is low. Otherwise, it could result in extensive
engine damage.
4. Start the engine and check the warning light.
If the light remains illuminated even though the oil level is normal or \
after adding oil,
stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
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9–5
Specifi cations
Specifi cations
Lubricant Quality
Lubricant Classifi cation
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 6-27 .
Manual transaxle oil API Service GL-4
SAE 75W-80
Automatic transaxle fl uid Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Brake/Clutch fl uid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
NOTE
Refer to Introduction on (page 6-2 ) for owner's responsibility in protecting your investment.
Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oil SKYACTIV-G
2.0
With oil fi
lter replacement 4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
Without oil fi lter replacement 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 With oil fi
lter replacement 4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil fi lter replacement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Coolant SKYACTIV-G
2.0 For vehicle
identifi
cation
number beginning
with JM1
*1
Manual transaxle 6.3 L (6.7 US qt, 5.5 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
For vehicle
identifi cation
number beginning
with 3MZ
*1
Manual transaxle 6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.9 L (7.3 US qt, 6.1 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 U.S.A. and
Canada
Manual transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
Mexico Manual transaxle 6.5 L (6.9 US qt, 5.7 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle 6.7 L (7.1 US qt, 5.9 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 1.70 L (1.80 US qt, 1.50 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fl uid 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Fuel tank U.S.A. and Canada 50.0 L (13.2 US gal, 11.0 Imp gal)
Mexico 51.0 L (13.5 US gal, 11.2 Imp gal)
Check oil and fl uid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
*1 Check the vehicle identifi cation number on the vehicle identifi cation number plate. Refer to Vehicle
Identifi cation Number on page 9-2 .
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10–3
Index
Child Restraint Child-restraint precautions ............ 2-23
Installing child-restraint systems... 2-29
LATCH child-restraint systems ..... 2-37
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ..... 3-20
Climate Control System ........................ 5-2 Automatic Climate Control ............. 5-9
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate
Control........................................... 5-12
Gas specifi cations ............................ 9-8
Manual Climate Control .................. 5-5
Operating Tips ................................. 5-2
Vent Operation ................................ 5-3
Clock ................................................... 5-30
Collision warning ................................ 7-38
Control Status Display ........................ 4-86
Cruise Control ..................................... 4-99 Cruise Control Switch ................... 4-99
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display ................................................ 4-16
Cup Holder ........................................ 5-138
Customer Assistance ............................. 8-2
D
Dashboard Illumination ...................... 4-15
Daytime Running Lights ..................... 4-46
Defogger Mirror ............................................ 4-57
Rear window ................................. 4-56
Dimensions ........................................... 9-6
Direct Mode Automatic transaxle ...................... 4-38
Door Locks .......................................... 3-11
Drive selection .................................... 4-87
Driving In Flooded Area ..................... 3-49 Driving Tips
Automatic transaxle ...................... 4-39
Break-in period.............................. 3-45
Driving in fl ooded area.................. 3-49
Driving on uneven road ................. 3-51
Floor mat ....................................... 3-46
Hazardous driving ......................... 3-46
Overloading ................................... 3-50
Rocking the vehicle ....................... 3-47
Winter driving ............................... 3-47
Driving on Uneven Road .................... 3-51
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ....... 4-80 DSC OFF Indicator Light.............. 4-81
DSC OFF Switch........................... 4-81
TCS/DSC Indicator Light ............. 4-80
E
Emergency Starting Push-Starting ................................. 7-18
Starting a Flooded Engine ............. 7-18
Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks ............................. 7-22
Towing Description ....................... 7-21
Emission Control System .................... 3-28
Ending Screen Display ........................ 4-86
Engine Coolant .......................................... 6-29
Engine Compartment Overview .... 6-26
Exhaust gas.................................... 3-29
Hood release .................................. 6-24
Oil .................................................. 6-27
Starting ............................................ 4-5
Essential information ............................ 6-2
Event Data Recorder ........................... 8-20
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 3-29
Exterior Care ....................................... 6-64 Aluminum Wheel Maintenance .... 6-69
Bright-Metal Maintenance ............ 6-68
Maintaining the Finish .................. 6-66
Plastic Part Maintenance ............... 6-69
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10–4
Index
F
Flasher Hazard warning ............................. 4-58
Headlights ..................................... 4-40
Flat Tire ................................................. 7-3 Mounting the Spare Tire................ 7-11
Removing a Flat Tire ....................... 7-7
Floor Mat ............................................ 3-46
Fluid Brake/Clutch ................................. 6-31
Washer ........................................... 6-31
Fluids Classifi cation ................................... 9-5
Fog Lights ........................................... 4-50
Foot Brake ........................................... 4-67
Forward Obstruction Warning
(FOW) ............................................... 4-115 Collision Warning ....................... 4-117
Forward Obstruction Warning (FOW)
Indicator Light (Red)................... 4-117
Rader Sensor ............................... 4-117
Forward Sensing Camera .................... 4-62
Front Seat .............................................. 2-5
Fuel Filler lid and cap............................ 3-30
Gauge ............................................ 4-14
Requirements................................. 3-27
Tank capacity .................................. 9-5
Fuel Consumption Display ................. 4-85
Fuel Economy Monitor ....................... 4-85 Control status display .................... 4-86
Ending screen display ................... 4-86
Fuel consumption display ............. 4-85
G
Gauges ................................................. 4-11
Glove Compartment .......................... 5-140
H
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................... 4-58
Hazardous Driving .............................. 3-46
Head Restraint ..................................... 2-11
Headlights Control........................................... 4-40
Flashing ......................................... 4-44
High-low beam .............................. 4-44
Leveling......................................... 4-44
High Beam Control System (HBC) .... 4-47
Hill Launch Assist (HLA) ................... 4-69
HomeLink Wireless Control System ... 4-58
Hood Release ...................................... 6-24
Horn .................................................... 4-57
I
i-ELOOP ............................................. 4-82 Control status display .................... 4-84
Display .......................................... 4-82
i-ELOOP indicator light ................ 4-84
i-ELOOP warning beep ....................... 7-37
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes................................................. 7-24
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate ................................................. 7-41
Ignition Switch .............................................. 4-4
Ignition not switched off (STOP) warning
beep ..................................................... 7-36
Immobilizer System ............................ 3-41
Indicator Lights ................................... 4-23 AFS OFF ....................................... 4-45
BSM OFF .................................... 4-113
Low engine coolant temperature ... 4-25
Wrench .......................................... 4-25
Inside Trunk Release Lever ................ 3-25
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level ... 6-31
Inspecting Coolant Level .................... 6-29
Inspecting Engine Oil Level ............... 6-28
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level............ 6-31
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10–6
Index
Over Rev. buzzer ................................. 7-38
Overhead Console ............................. 5-140
Overhead Lights ................................ 5-135
Overheating ......................................... 7-19
Overloading ......................................... 3-50
Owner Maintenance Battery replacement ...................... 6-39
Closing the Hood........................... 6-25
Engine Compartment Overview .... 6-26
Opening the Hood ......................... 6-24
Owner Maintenance Precautions... 6-22
P
Parking Brake ...................................... 4-68
Personalization Features ..................... 9-12
Power Steering .................................... 4-89
Power Windows .................................. 3-36
Power steering warning buzzer ........... 7-38
R
Radar Sensor ....................................... 4-64
Rear Coat Hooks ............................... 5-141
Rear Cross Traffi c Alert (RCTA) ...... 4-110
Rear Door Child Safety Locks ............ 3-20
Rear Seat ............................................... 2-8
Rear View Monitor............................ 4-124
Displayable range on the screen ... 4-126
Picture quality adjustment ........... 4-131
Rear view monitor operation ....... 4-128
Rear view parking camera
location ........................................ 4-125
Switching to the rear view monitor
display ......................................... 4-125
Variance between actual aoad
conditions and displayed Image
... 4-130
Viewing the display ..................... 4-127
Rear Window Defogger ...................... 4-56
Rear Window Washer .......................... 4-55
Rear Window Wiper ............................ 4-55
Rearview Mirror .................................. 3-34
Recommended Oil .............................. 6-27 Recording of Vehicle Data .................. 8-21
Recreational Towing ........................... 3-52
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................... 8-17
Replacement
Electrical battery ........................... 6-39
Fuse ............................................... 6-59
Light Bulbs .................................... 6-46
Tires ............................................... 6-44
Wheel ............................................ 6-45
Wiper ............................................. 6-33
Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 3-47
S
SRS Air Bags Front passenger occupant classifi cation
system ............................................ 2-57
How the SRS air bags work .......... 2-50
Limitations to SRS air bag ............ 2-55
Monitoring..................................... 2-62
SRS air bag deployment criteria ... 2-54
Supplemental restraint system
components ................................... 2-48
Safety Defects, Reporting ................... 8-13
Satellite Radio ..................................... 5-47
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ........................................ 3-45
Scheduled Maintenance ........................ 6-4
Seat Belt System 2-point type ................................... 2-19
3-point type ................................... 2-16
Automatic locking ......................... 2-15
Emergency locking ........................ 2-15
Extender ........................................ 2-21
Pregnant women ............................ 2-15
Seat belt warning beep ........................ 7-36
Seats
Front seat ......................................... 2-5
Head restraint ................................ 2-11
Rear seat .......................................... 2-8
Seat warmer ..................................... 2-7
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