checking oil MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES 2005 Owners Manual (in English)

ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in
P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual
transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
•2.3L I4 engine
MAX MIN
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•4.0L SOHC V6 engine
SAE 5W-30
•Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only
certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine
oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
MAX mark or the letter F in FULL on the engine oil level indicator
(dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap 1/4 turn
until it stops.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its
optimum shift feel.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
Your engine’s cooling system has been factory-filled with a 50/50 mixture
of distilled water and Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant, or an equivalent
premium engine coolant that meets Mazda specification.
A50/50 mixtureof distilled water and Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant
provides:
•maximum cooling system efficiency.
•freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C).
•boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•an accurate temperature readout from the engine coolant
gauge.
The engine coolant must be maintained at the correct fluid level
and concentration to work properly. If the engine coolant fluid
level and concentration is not maintained correctly, damage to
the engine and cooling system may result.
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CHECKING AND ADDING REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. Engage the parking brake fully –
put in first gear.
3. Assure the vehicle cannot move.
4. Clean the filler plug.
5. Remove the filler plug and
inspect the fluid level.
6. Fluid level should be at the
bottom of the opening.
7. Add enough fluid through the
filler opening so that the fluid
level is at the bottom of the
opening.
8. Install and tighten the fill plug
securely.
Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toLubricant
Specificationsin this chapter.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Mazda Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine oil
(includes filter
change)Mazda SAE 5W-
20 Premium
Motor Oil2.3L engine 3.8L (4.0
quarts.)
3.0L V6 engines 4.3L (4.5
quarts)
Mazda SAE 5W-
30 Premium
Motor Oil4.0L V6 engine 4.7L (5.0
quarts)
Brake fluid DOT 3 Brake
FluidAll Fill to line on
reservoir
6
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interior .....................................191
interior trim ............................191
Mazda car care products .......192
plastic parts ............................190
washing ....................................187
waxing .....................................187
wheels ......................................188
wiper blades ............................190
Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
Single CD ..................................19
Clutch
fluid ..........................................235
operation while driving ..........152
recommended shift speeds ....153
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................50
set zone adjustment .................49
Compass/temperature display ...48
Console ........................................55
Coolant
checking and adding ..............215
refill capacities ................219, 240
specifications ..................243–244
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer
Assistance ..................177–178, 180
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................34
Dipstick
engine oil .................................207Doors
lubricant specifications ..........243
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................239
Driving under special
conditions ..................154, 156–157
mud ..........................................157
sand .........................................157
snow and ice ...........................158
through water .................157–158
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................170
Emergency Flashers .................159
Emission control system ..........231
Engine ........................................245
cleaning ...................................188
coolant .....................................215
idle speed control ...................213
limp to safety cooling .............220
lubrication
specifications ..................243–244
refill capacities ........................240
service points ..................203–205
starting after a collision .........159
Engine block heater .................144
Engine oil ..................................207
checking and adding ..............207
dipstick ....................................207
filter, specifications ................211
recommendations ...................211
refill capacities ........................240
specifications ..................243–244
Exhaust fumes ..........................145
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....221
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L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
daytime running light ...............34
fog lamps ...................................34
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........35
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps .....................38–39
replacing bulbs ....... 38–39, 41–44
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................37
LATCH anchors ...........................98
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........146
Limited slip axle (see
Traction-Lok) ............................148
Limp to Safety Cooling .............220
Load limits .................................125
Loading instructions .................129
Lubricant specifications ...243–244
Lug nuts ....................................115
Lumbar support, seats ...............62
M
Manual transmission .................152
fluid capacities ........................240
lubricant specifications ..........244
reverse .....................................153
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................48
fold away ...................................51
side view mirrors (power) .......51
Motorcraft parts ........................227O
Octane rating ............................226
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................207
Overdrive .....................................54
Overheating ...............................169
P
Parking brake ............................147
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................163
Power door locks ........................57
Power mirrors .............................51
Power point .................................47
Power steering ..........................148
fluid, checking and adding ....233
fluid, refill capacity ................240
fluid, specifications .........243–244
Power Windows ...........................47
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................148
R
Radio ..........................18–19, 22, 26
Single CD ..................................19
Relays ........................................160
Remote entry system .................58
illuminated entry ......................60
locking/unlocking doors .....57–58
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............74
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................63, 65–66, 68
Safety defects, reporting ..........186
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