checking oil MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES 2007 Owners Manual (in English)

Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem
less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments
used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an
angle from the wiper arm. Push
the lock pin manually to release
the blade and pull the wiper
blade down toward the
windshield to remove it from
the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into
place until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the
windshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in theCleaning
chapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to scheduled maintenance 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).
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Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine
oil in 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 within the normal range 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.
Engine Oil Recommendations
2.3L & 3.0L Engines
Look for this certification
trademark.
SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended.
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers. Use an equivalent oil Mazda specification.
SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability
performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule
listed in scheduled maintenance.
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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.
A 50/50 mixture of 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.
LEAD
RETURN
RECYCLE
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Clutchfluid ..........................................247
operation while driving ..........154
recommended shift speeds ....154
Console ........................................50
Coolant checking and adding ..............229
refill capacities ........................233
specifications ..........................253
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................52
Customer
Assistance ..................191–192, 195
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................39
Dipstick engine oil .................................221
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................251
Driving under special
conditions ..................156, 159, 161 mud ..........................................160
sand .........................................160
snow and ice ...........................161
through water .................160, 162
E
Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................184
Emergency Flashers .................163
Emission control system ..........242
Engine ........................................257 cleaning ...................................202
coolant .....................................229
idle speed control ...................227 lubrication specifications .......253
service points ..................217–219
starting after a collision .........163
Engine block heater .................146
Engine oil ..................................221 checking and adding ..............221
dipstick ....................................221
filter, specifications ................225
recommendations ...................225
specifications ..........................253
Exhaust fumes ..........................145
F
Foglamps .....................................38
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......156 driving off road .......................158
electronic shift ........................157
indicator light .........................156
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................150
Fuel ............................................235 calculating fuel economy .......239
cap ...........................................237
choosing the right fuel ...........237
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................242
detergent in fuel .....................238
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................235, 237, 239
filter, specifications ................234
fuel pump shut-off switch .....163
improving fuel economy ........239
octane rating ...................238, 257
quality ......................................238
running out of fuel .................239
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................235
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......163
Fuses ..................................164–165
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O
Octane rating ............................238
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................221
Overdrive .....................................55
Overheating ...............................183
P
Parking brake ............................148
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................69
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................168
Power door locks ........................58
Power mirrors .............................52
Power point .................................50
Power steering ..........................149fluid, checking and adding ....245
fluid, specifications .................253
Power Windows ...........................51
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................150
R
Radio ................................19, 21, 25
Relays ........................................164
Remote entry system .................59 illuminated entry ......................61
locking/unlocking doors ...........59
panic alarm ...............................59
replacing the batteries .............60
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............77 Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ......67, 71–74, 76
Safety restraints ..............67, 71–76
belt minder ...............................78
extension assembly ..................76
for adults .............................72–74
for children .........................91–92
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................69
safety belt maintenance ...........77
warning light and chime ....77–78
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................99
Safety seats for children ............95
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................259
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................67
Seats ............................................65 child safety seats ......................95
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................62
Servicing your vehicle ..............215
Setting the clock AM/FM stereo ...........................19
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs, specifications .......257
Special notice ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................253
Speed control ..............................52
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