engine oil MAZDA MODEL 6 2019 (in English) Owner's Guide

▼Inspecting Engine Oil Level
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.

MAX
OK
MIN
5. Pull it out again and examine the level. 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.
Engine Coolant
▼ Inspecting Coolant Level
WA R N I N G
Do not use a match or live flame in the
engine compartment. DO NOT ADD
COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has
been running, parts of the engine
compartment can become very hot. You
could be burned. Carefully inspect the
engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but
do not open it.
Pull over to a safe location, then switch
the ignition off and make sure the fan is
not running before attempting to work
near the cooling fan:
Working near the cooling fan when it is
running is dangerous. The fan could
continue running indefinitely even if the
engine has stopped and the engine
compartment temperature is high. You
could be hit by the fan and seriously
injured.
Do not remove either cooling
system cap when the engine and radiator
are hot:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot out
under pressure and cause serious injury.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.
L

Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
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 nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.

Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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▼Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over the
aluminum wheels. Special care is needed
to protect this coating.
CAUTION
Do not use any detergent other than mild
detergent. Before using any detergent,
verify the ingredients. Otherwise, the
product could discolor or stain the
aluminum wheels.
NOTE
Do not use a wire brush or any abrasive
cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent
on aluminum wheels. They may damage
the coating.
Always use a sponge or soft cloth to
clean the wheels.
Rinse the wheels thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also, be sure to
clean the wheels after driving on dusty
or salted roads to help prevent
corrosion.
Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash th
at uses high-speed
or hard brushes.
▼ Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolor or damage the
surfaces resulting in a
significant loss in
functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, flush with water
immediately.
If plastic parts s uch as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery
fluid, it could cause discoloration,
staining, or paint peeling. Wipe off any
such chemical agents or fluids using a
soft cloth immediately.
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of high pressure
car washer device. If the car washer
nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or
aimed at one area for an extended period
of time, it could deform plastic parts or
damage the paint.
Do not use wax containing compounds
(polish). Otherwise, it could result in
paint damage.
In addition, do not use an electrical or
air tool to apply wax. Otherwise, the
frictional heat generated could result in
deformation of plastic parts or paint
damage.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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SignalWarning
Charging System Warn‐
ing Indication/Warning Light If the warning light illuminates
while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alter‐
nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. Co nsult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Do not continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated be‐
cause 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 driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way o n level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-26). If it's low, add th e appropriate amount of
engine oil while being careful not to overfill.
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.
(Red)
High Engine Coolant
Temperature Warning
Indication/Warning
Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extrem
ely high, and illumi‐
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine l oad until you can find a safe place to stop the vehicle
and wait for the engine to cool down.
Illuminated light
This indicates the possibility of overheating. Park the vehicle in a safe place immedi‐
ately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-18.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engi ne coolant temperature warning light illumi‐
nated. Otherwise, it could resu lt in damage to the engine.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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▼Taking Action
Take the appropriate action and verify that the warning light t
urns off.
SignalWarning Action to be taken
(Amber)
Smart Brake Support/
Smart City Brake Sup‐ port (SBS/SCBS)
Warning Indication/
Wa r n i n g L i g h t
*
The light turns on if the windshield or the
radar sensor are dirty, or there is a malfunc‐
tion in the system. Verify the reason why the warning light is
illuminated on the center display.
If the reason why the warning light is illu‐
minated is due to a dirty windshield, clean
the windshield.
If the warning light is illuminated because
of a dirty radar sensor, clean the front em‐
blem.
For any other reasons, have the vehicle in‐
spected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Low Fuel Warning In‐
dication/Warning Light The light turns on when
the remaining fuel
is about 9.0 L (2.3 US gal, 1.9 Imp gal).NOTE
The light illumination timing may vary be ‐
cause fuel inside the fuel tank moves
around according to the driving conditions
and the vehicle posture. Add fuel.
Check Fuel Cap Warn‐
ing Indication/Warning Light If the check fuel cap warning light illumi‐
nates while driving, the fuel-filler cap may
not be installed properly.
Stop the engine and reinstall the fuel-filler
cap.
Refer to Refueling on page 3-22.
Engine Oil Level
Warning Light This warning light indicates that the engine
oil level is around t
he MIN mark (page
6-26). Add 1 L (0.3 US gal, 0.2 Imp gal) of en‐
gine oil (page 6-23).
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Specifications
▼Engine
Item Specification
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 89.0 × 100 mm (3.50 × 3.94 in)
Displacement 2,488.5 ml (2,488.5 cc)
Compression ratio 13.010.5
▼Electrical System
Battery
Classification
Specification
SKYACTIV-G 2.5,
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T 12V-60Ah/20HR or 12V-65Ah/20HR
Spark-plug
Classification
Specification
SKYACTIV-G 2.5 Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T Mazda Genuine spark plug
*1PY8V-18-110
*1 The spark plugs provide the SKY ACTIV-G its optimum performance. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for details.
CAUTION
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The
fine particulate coating on the
iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
▼ Lubricant Quality
Lubricant
Classification
Engine oil Refer to Recommended Oil on page 6-23.
Coolant FL-22 type
Manual transaxle oil Mazda Long Life Gear Oil G7
*1
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF FZ
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
*1 Mazda Long Life Gear Oil G7 is superior oil for low fuel cost and optimum shift-feel. Using Mazda Long Life
Gear Oil G7 is recommended.
If Mazda Long Life Gear Oil G7 cannot be obtained, use standard oil (API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-80)).
Specifications
Specifications
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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
2.5
With oil filter replacement
4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5T With oil filter replacement
4.8 L (5.1 US qt, 4.2 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.6 L (4.9 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Coolant U.S.A. and
Canada
SKYAC‐
TIV-G 2.5Manual trans‐
axle
6.8 L (7.2 US qt, 6.0 Imp qt)
Automatic
transaxle 7.0 L (7.4 US qt, 6.2 Imp qt)/7.1 L (7.5 US qt, 6.2
Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T 8.3 L (8.8 US qt, 7.3 Imp qt)
Mexico SKYACTIV-G 2.5
7.1 L (7.5 US qt, 6.2 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T 8.2 L (8.7 US qt, 7.2 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oil 1.65 L (1.74 US qt, 1.45 Imp qt)
Automatic
transaxle
fluid SKYACTIV-G 2.5
7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)/8.0 L (8.5 US qt, 7.0
Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T 8.0 L (8.5 US qt, 7.0 Imp qt)
Fuel tank 62.0 L (16.4 US gal, 13.6 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
▼Dimensions
Item
Vehicle specification
Overall length Without license plate holder
4,865 mm (191.5 in)
With license plate holder 4,895 mm (192.7 in)
Overall width 1,840 mm (72.4 in)
Overall height 1,450 mm (57.1 in)
Front tread 17 inch wheel vehicle
1,585 mm (62.4 in)
19 inch wheel vehicle 1,595 mm (62.8 in)
Rear tread 17 inch wheel vehicle
1,575 mm (62.0 in)
19 inch wheel vehicle 1,585 mm (62.4 in)
Wheelbase 2,830 mm (111.4 in)
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
Emergency TowingTiedown hooks......... ................... 7-21
Towing description...................... 7-20
Emission Control System (SKYACTIV-
G 2.5, SKYACTIV-G 2.5T).............. 3-20
Ending Screen Display.................... 4-111
Engine
Coolant.........................................6-26
Engine compartment overview.... 6-22
Exhaust gas.................................. 3-21
Hood release............................ .... 6-20
Oil................................................ 6-23
Starting...........................................4-5
Essential Information.......................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder......................... 8-22
Excessive Speed Warning................. 7-46
Exterior Care..................................... 6-54 Aluminum wheel maintenance.... 6-59
Bright-metal maint enance........... 6-58
Maintaining the finish................. 6-55
Plastic part maintenance.............. 6-59
F
Flasher Hazard warning........................... 4-85
Headlights.................................... 4-74
Flat Tire............................................... 7-3 Mounting the spare tire............... 7-11
Removing a flat tire...................... 7-7
Floor Mat.......................................... 3-40
Fluid Brake/Clutch................................ 6-28
Washer......................................... 6-28
Fluids Classification................................. 9-4
Foot Brake.........................................4-94
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-204
Fuel Filler lid and cap......................... 3-22
Requirements (SKYACTIV-G 2.5,
SKYACTIV-G 2.5T)....................3-19
Tank capacity.................................9-5
Fuel Consumption Display..............4-110
Fuel Economy Monitor. .................. 4-109
Control Status Display...............4-111
Ending screen display................ 4-111
Ending Screen Display.............. 4-111
Fuel consumption display.......... 4-110
Fuel Consumption Display........ 4-110
Fuses.................................................. 6-47 Panel description......................... 6-49
Replacement................................ 6-47
G
Gauges............................................... 4-12
Glove Compartment.......................... 5-93
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-40
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-85
HeadlightsComing home light......................4-77
Control......................................... 4-74
Flashing....................................... 4-77
Headlight flashing....................... 4-77
High-low beam............................ 4-77
Leaving home light..................... 4-78
Leveling....................................... 4-78
Head Restraint................................... 2-17
High Beam Control System
(HBC).............................................. 4-119 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)................4-120
Hill Launch Assist (HLA).......... .... 4-103
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type A)............................................ 4-86
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type B)............................................ 4-89
Hood Release............. ....................... 6-20
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Index
Horn...................................................4-85
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-23
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................................. 7-48
IgnitionSwitch............................................ 4-4
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep.................................... 7-43
Illuminated Entry System................. 5-87
Immobilizer System.......................... 3-35
Inside Trunk Release Lever.............. 3-18
Inspecting Brak e/Clutch Fluid
Level.................................................. 6-28
Inspecting Coolant Leve l.................. 6-26
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-26
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-28
Instrument Cluster...... ....................... 4-12
Instrument Cluster (Type A)........4-13
Instrument Cluster (Type B)........4-30
Instrument Cluster (Type C)........4-46
Instrument Cluster (Type A)............. 4-13 Average Fuel Economy............... 4-21
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-21
Compass Display......................... 4-23
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-23
Current Fuel Econo my................ 4-21
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-19
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-22
Distance-to-empty....................... 4-20
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-18
Fuel Gauge.................................. 4-18
Indication/Indicator Lights.......... 4-26
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display..........................4-22
Maintenance Monitor.................. 4-21
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function) D isplay.......4-22
Message Indicated in Multi-
information Display (Type A)..... 7-40
Multi-information Display (Type
A)................................................. 4-14
Odometer..................................... 4-17
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-20
Speedometer................................ 4-13
Speed Unit Selector..................... 4-19
Tachometer.................................. 4-13
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR) Display..............................4-22
Trip Meter....................................4-17
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-24
Warning (Display Indication)...... 4-23
Instrument Cluster (Type B)............. 4-30 Average Fuel Economy............... 4-37
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-38
Compass Display......................... 4-39
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-39
Current Fuel Econo my................ 4-37
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-35
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-38
Distance-to-empty....................... 4-36
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-34
Fuel Gauge.................................. 4-34
Indication/Indicator Lights.......... 4-42
Lane-keep Assist System (LAS) &
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS) Display..........................4-38
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Index
Engine compartment overview.... 6-22
Key battery replacement..............6-36
Opening the hood........................ 6-20
Owner maintenance
precautions................................... 6-18
P
Parking Brake....................................4-95
Parking Sensor System................... 4-232
Park assist sensor system
operation.................................... 4-236
Sensor detection range.............. 4-234
Personalization Features................... 9-10
Power Steering................................ 4-114
Power Steering Warning Buzzer....... 7-44
Power Windows................................ 3-29
R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-212
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-209
Rearview Mirror................................3-26
Rear Coat Hooks............................... 5-94
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-140
Rear Door Child Safet y Locks.......... 3-15
Rear Seat........................................... 2-15
Rear View Monitor......................... 4-224
Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-226
Picture quality adjustment......... 4-231
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-227
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-225
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-225
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
image......................................... 4-230
Viewing the display................... 4-227
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-83
Recommended Oil.............................6-23
Recording of Vehicle Data................ 8-23
Recreational Towing......................... 3-47
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.............................................. 8-19
Replacement Fuse..............................................6-47
Key battery.................................. 6-36
Light bulbs...................................6-43
Tires............................................. 6-40
Wheel........................................... 6-42
Wiper........................................... 6-30
Request Switch Inoperable Warning
Beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-44
Rocking the Vehicle.......................... 3-41
S
Safety Defects, Reporting................. 8-15
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment...................................... 3-39
Scheduled Maintenance...................... 6-4
Seat Seat position memory.................. 2-11
Seats Front seat....................................... 2-5
Head restraint.............................. 2-17
Rear seat...................................... 2-15
Seat ventilation............................ 2-20
Seat warmer................................. 2-19
Seat Belt System Automatic locking....................... 2-24
Emergency locking...................... 2-24
Extender....................................... 2-28
Pregnant women.......................... 2-24
Seat belt precautions................... 2-22
3-point type................................. 2-25
Seat Belt Warning Beep.................... 7-42
Security System Immobilizer system..................... 3-35
Theft-deterrent system.................3-37
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