washer fluid MAZDA MODEL 6 2009 (in English) User Guide

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Maintenance IntervalNumber of months or kilometers, whichever comes first
Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72
×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120
CHASSIS and BODY
Brake lines, hoses and connections III
Brake fluid level II I I
Brake fluid RR
Disc brakes IIIIII
Tire (Rotation) Rotate every 10,000 km
Tire inflation pressure and tire wear IIIIII
Steering operation and linkages IIIIII
Power steering fluid level IIIIII
Front and rear suspension, ball joints and wheel
bearing axial play III
Driveshaft dust boots III
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body TTT
Exhaust system and heat shields III
All locks and hinges LLLLLL
Washer fluid level IIIIII
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM
Cabin air filter RRR
Chart symbols:
I:Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
C: Clean
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 kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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Owner Maintenance Schedule
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.
qWhen Refueling
lBrake and clutch fluid level (page 8-22)lEngine coolant level (page 8-21)lEngine oil level (page 8-20)lWasher fluid level (page 8-27)
qAt Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures (page 8-32)
qAt Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
lAutomatic transaxle fluid level (page 8-24)
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.
lEngine coolant (page 8-21)lEngine oil (page 8-19)
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Engine Compartment Overview
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
(only for automatic transaxle)Brake/Clutch
fluid reservoir
Brake fluid reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir
Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil-filler cap
Engine oil-filler capWindscreen washer
fluid reservoir
Windscreen washer
fluid reservoir Fuse block
BatteryEngine oil dipstick
Engine oil dipstick
Fuse block
BatteryEngine coolant
reservoir Engine coolant
reservoir
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
2.5-liter engine
3.7-liter engine
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Owner Maintenance
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Washer Fluid
qInspecting Washer Fluid Level
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the
windshield, affect your visibility, and
could result in an accident.
Using Washer Fluid Without Anti-freeze
Protection in Cold Weather: Operating your vehicle in
temperatures below 4 degrees C (40
degrees F) using washer fluid without
anti-freeze protection is dangerous
as it could cause impaired windshield
vision and result in an accident. In
cold weather, always use washer
fluid with anti-freeze protection.
NOTE
State or local regulations may restrict the use
of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which
are commonly used as anti-freeze agents in
washer fluid. A washer fluid with limited VOC
content should be used only if it provides
adequate freeze resistance for all regions and
climates in which the vehicle will be operated.
Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.
Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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TowingDescription ................................. 7-17
Emergency towing ..................... 7-17
Recreational towing ................... 7-18
Trailer towing ............................. 4-12
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-23 TCS OFF indicator light ............ 5-24
TCS OFF switch ........................ 5-24
TCS/DSC indicator light ............ 5-23
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-12
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-39
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-33 Inside trunk release lever ............ 3-36
Trunk Light ....................................... 3-35
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-63
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-93
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-43 ABS ............................................ 5-46
Air bag system ........................... 5-48
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-51
Brake system .............................. 5-45
Charging system ......................... 5-47
Check engine .............................. 5-47
Check fuel cap ........................... 5-49
Door-ajar .................................... 5-51
Electronic Steering Lock ............ 5-55
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-47
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-48
KEY Warning Light
(Red)/KEY Indicator Light
(Green) ....................................... 5-53
Low fuel ..................................... 5-49
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-51
Powertrain malfunction/reduced
power .......................................... 5-48
Seat belt ...................................... 5-49
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-51
Warranty ............................................ 9-14
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-27
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-35
Windows Power windows .......................... 3-37
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-68
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-65 Blades replacement .................... 8-28
Winter Driving .................................... 4-8
Index
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