maintenance MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2010 (in English) Owner's Guide

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The current fuel economy will be
calculated every 2 seconds.
When you've slowed to about 5 km/h (3
mph), - - -L/100 km (- - -mpg) will be
displayed.
Distance-to-empty
This mode displays the approximate
distance you can travel on the remaining
fuel based on the fuel economy.
The distance-to-empty will be calculated
every second.
NOTElEven though the distance-to-empty display
may indicate a sufficient amount of
remaining driving distance before refueling
is required, refuel as soon as possible if the
fuel gauge needle nears E or the low fuel
warning light illuminates.
lThe display will not change unless you add
more than approximately 5 L {6 US qt, 5
lmp qt} of fuel.
lWhen the ignition is switched to ACC,
“---”is displayed.
qMaintenance Monitor
The periodic inspection and tire rotation
period notification can be displayed by
turning the Maintenance Monitor on.
NOTE
This function is inoperable while the vehicle is
being driven.
Initial setting method
1. Press the INFO switch until the
SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select MAINTENANCE by pressing
the Enter (up/down) switch up or
down, and then press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
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3. Select the item you want to turn on
(TIRE ROTATION or SERVICE DUE)
by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch
up or down, and then press the Enter
(up/down) switch.
4. Press the Enter (up/down) switch.
5. Select SET and press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
NOTElFor the service due notification, either the
number of days or distance can be set.
When selecting one of the two settings, the
setting not selected is set to the initial value
automatically.
lBecause tire rotation can only be set
according to distance, the screen for setting
distance is displayed when SET is selected.
6. Select DISTANCE or DAYS and press
the Enter (up/down) switch. The screen
for setting the distance or days to the
next maintenance period is displayed.
7. Select a digit using the Right switch/
Left switch, and press the Enter (up/
down) switch up or down to change the
value of the digit. If there is no need to
change a digit, leave it as it is and press
the Enter (up/down) switch.
NOTE
The initial setting values are displayed
corresponding to the maintenance schedule
(except Puerto Rico). For each regional
maintenance schedule, Refer to Scheduled
Maintenance on page 8-3.
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Message display
When the remaining days or the distance
approaches 0, a message is displayed for 5
seconds each time the ignition is switched
to ACC or ON.
NOTElIf the Enter (up/down) switch is pressed
while a message is displayed, it will no
longer be displayed the next time the engine
is started.
lAfter the vehicle is serviced and the
remaining days/distance is reset, the
message for the next maintenance period
will be displayed when the remaining
distance or days to the next maintenance
period approaches 0 (displays when engine
is started).
lIf there are multiple tire rotation periods or
service due, they are displayed according to
their order.
lIf there is more than one servicing due
deadline with one past due and the other
approaching, only the one which is past due
will be displayed.
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Display period
Item Start of message display End of message display
TIRE ROTATION When remaining distance is less
than 500 km (300 mile)Distance exceeds 500 km (300 mile) from
remaining distance of 0 km
SERVICE DUE When remaining distance is less
than 500 km (300 mile), or
remaining days are less than 15
(which ever comes first)Distance exceeds 500 km (300 mile) from
remaining distance of 0 km, or 15 days have
elapsed since remaining days reached“0”days
(which ever comes first)
Message display
Item Timing Displayed message
TIRE ROTATION Remaining distance:
500 km (300 mile) to -500 km (-300 mile)TIRE ROTATION DUE
SERVICE DUE Remaining distance:
500 km (300 mile) to 0 km (0 mile)SERVICE DUE
Remaining days: 15 to 0 days
Remaining distance:
0 km (0 mile) to -500 km (-300 mile)SERVICE OVERDUE
Remaining days: 0 to 15 days
Reset method
If resetting is performed after a tire
rotation or periodic inspection has been
done, a notification of the next
maintenance period will be displayed
when the period approaches.
1. Press the INFO switch until the
SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select MAINTENANCE by pressing
the Enter (up/down) switch up or
down, and then press the Enter (up/
down) switch.3. Select the item you would like to reset
(TIRE ROTATION or SERVICE DUE)
by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch
up or down, and then press the Enter
(up/down) switch.
NOTElThe current remaining distance and days is
displayed.
lEven if the remaining distance or days have
surpassed 0, the display does not display a
minus (―) and leaves the value at 0.
4. Press the Enter (up/down) switch.
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5. Select SET and press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
NOTE
If the SERVICE DUE item has been set, both
the days and distance can be selected. Because
the tire rotation item can only be set according
to distance, the screen for setting distance is
displayed when SET is selected.
6. The DISTANCE or DAYS screen is
displayed, and the remaining distance
and days values return to the values
previously set. If no changes are
necessary, press the Enter (up/down)
switch.
NOTElIf the settings are changed from the initial
values, the values which you set are
displayed, not the initial values.
lEven if the battery is disconnected, the
remaining distance and days information is
not erased.
lIf the multi information display is replaced
or repaired, there is the possibility of the
remaining distance and days information
being erased.
Method for turning the system off
The maintenance monitor can be turned
off even after it has been turned on. If you
want to turn it off, the remaining distance
and days calculation to the next
maintenance period is stopped, and a
message does not display to indicate an
approaching maintenance period.
1. Press the INFO switch until the
SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select MAINTENANCE by pressing
the Enter (up/down) switch up or
down, and then press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
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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 (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) ....... 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) ............................................. 8-8
Owner Maintenance ................................................................... 8-15
Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................ 8-15
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 8-16
Engine Compartment Overview .............................................. 8-17
Engine Oil ............................................................................... 8-18
Engine Coolant ....................................................................... 8-20
Brake/Clutch Fluid .................................................................. 8-22
Power Steering Fluid ............................................................... 8-23
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF)
í........................................ 8-23
Washer Fluid ........................................................................... 8-25
Body Lubrication .................................................................... 8-26
Wiper Blades ........................................................................... 8-26
Battery ..................................................................................... 8-30
Tires ........................................................................................ 8-33
Light Bulbs ............................................................................. 8-37
Fuses ....................................................................................... 8-48
Appearance Care ........................................................................ 8-54
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage .................... 8-54
Exterior Care ........................................................................... 8-56
Interior Care ............................................................................ 8-59
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Introduction
Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle
when using this manual for inspection and maintenance.
If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable
and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Factory-trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle.
Without this expertise and the parts that have been designed and made especially for your
Mazda, inadequate, incomplete, and insufficient servicing may result in problems. This
could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries.
For expert advice and quality service, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The owner should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as
prescribed.
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective
materials or authorized 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.
For vehicles equipped with the multi information display, selecting“Maintenance Monitor”
enables the system to notify you of your vehicle's approaching inspection/servicing period
(page 6-101).
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Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico)
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions
apply.
lRepeated short-distance drivinglDriving in dusty conditionslDriving with extended use of brakeslDriving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are usedlDriving on rough or muddy roadslExtended periods of idling or low-speed operationlDriving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climateslDriving in extremely hot conditionslDriving in mountainous conditions continually
If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
NOTE
After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended
intervals.
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qSchedule 1
Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48
×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
Engine valve clearanceAudibly inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy,
adjust
Drive belts I
Engine oilRRRRRRRR
Engine oil filterRRRRRRRR
COOLING SYSTEM
Engine coolantFL22 type
*1Replace at first 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years; after
that, every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 5 years
OthersReplace at first 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or 4 years; after that,
every 2 years
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter R
Fuel lines and hoses
*2II
Hoses and tubes for emission*2I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles)
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections I I
Disc brakesIIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)
Steering operation and linkages I I
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial playII
Driveshaft dust boots I I
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T
Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 5 years
All locks and hingesLLLLLLLL
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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first
Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48
×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air filter R R
Chart symbols:
I:Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R:Replace
L:Lubricate
T:Tighten
Remarks:
*1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription“FL22”on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding
area. Use FL22 when replacing the coolant.
*2 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.
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