engine oil MAZDA MODEL CX-3 2021 Owner's Manual

SignalWarning
Charging System Warn‐
ing Light If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alter
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nator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the ro ad and park off the right-of -way. Consult 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 pa rk off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes fo r the oil to drain back into the oil pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 6-24). If it's low, add the 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 th e 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 Light The light flashes when the engine coolant temperature is extremely high, and illumi
‐
nates when the engine coolant temperature increases further.
Handling Procedure
Flashing light
Drive slowly to reduce engine load 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 overheati ng. Park the vehicle in a safe place immedi ‐
ately and stop the engine.
Refer to Overheating on page 7-21.
CAUTION
Do not drive the vehicle with the high engine 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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Specifications
▼Engine
Item
Specification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore × Stroke 83.5 × 91.2 mm (3.29 × 3.59 in)
Displacement 1,997.6 ml (1,997.6 cc)
Compression ratio 13.0
▼Electrical System
Item
Specification
Battery
*1Canada 12V-65Ah/20HR
Except Canada 12V-60Ah/20HR or 12V-65Ah/20HR
Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark
plug
*2PE5R-18-110 or PE5S-18-110
*1 Check the battery installed on the vehicle and use a battery
with an equal or higher performance. However, the
performance of the battery may vary even among the sa me battery types, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for replacement.
*2 The spark plugs provide the SKYACTIV-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 6-22.
Coolant FL-22 type
Manual transaxle oil Mazda Long Life Gear Oil G7
*1
Automatic transaxle fluid Mazda Genuine ATF-FZ
Transfer case oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Rear differential oil Mazda Long Life Hypoid Gear Oil SG1
Brake fluid/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 With oil filter replacement
4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replacement 4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
Coolant Manual transaxle
5.5 L (5.8 US qt, 4.8 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle U.S.A. and Canada
5.8 L (6.1 US qt, 5.1 Imp qt)
Mexico 6.0 L (6.3 US qt, 5.3 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle fluid 1.70 L (1.80 US qt, 1.50 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.8 L (8.2 US qt, 6.9 Imp qt)
Transfer case oil 0.40 L (0.42 US qt, 0.35 Imp qt)
Rear differential oil 0.35 L (0.37 US qt, 0.31 Imp qt)
Fuel tank FWD
48.0 L (12.7 US gal, 10.6 Imp gal)
AWD 45.0 L (11.9 US gal, 9.90 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
▼Dimensions
U.S.A. and Canada
Item
Vehicle specification
Overall length 4,275 mm (168.3 in)
Overall width 1,765 mm (69.5 in)
Overall height 1,550 mm (61.0 in)
Front tread 1,525 mm (60.0 in)
Rear tread 1,520 mm (59.8 in)
Wheelbase 2,570 mm (101.2 in)

Mexico
ItemVehicle specification
Overall length 4,275 mm (168.3 in)
Overall width 1,765 mm (69.5 in)
Overall height 1,545 mm (60.8 in)
Front tread 1,525 mm (60.0 in)
Rear tread 1,520 mm (59.8 in)
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
Break-in period............................ 3-40
Driving in flooded area............... 3-44
Driving on uneven road...............3-46
Floor mat..................................... 3-41
Hazardous driving... .................... 3-41
Overloading................................. 3-45
Rocking the vehicle..................... 3-42
Saving fuel and protection of the
environment................................. 3-40
Winter driving............................. 3-42
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)..... 4-68 TCS/DSC Indicator Light............4-68
E
Electric Parking Brake (EPB)........... 4-55
Electric Parking Brake (EPB) Warning
Beep...................................................7-44
Emergency StartingPush-Starting............................... 7-20
Starting a Flooded Engine........... 7-20
Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks....... .................... 7-24
Towing Description..................... 7-23
Emission Control System..................3-24
Ending Screen Display......................4-70
Engine Coolant.........................................6-25
Engine Compartment
Overview..................................... 6-21
Exhaust gas.................................. 3-25
Hood release............. ................... 6-19
Oil................................................ 6-22
Essential information.......................... 6-2
Event Data Recorder......................... 8-21
Excessive Speed Warning................. 7-45
Exhaust Gas...................................... 3-25
Exterior Care..................................... 6-53 Aluminum Wheel Maintenance... 6-57
Bright-Metal Maintenance...........6-57
Maintaining the Finish................ 6-54
Plastic Part Maintenance............. 6-58
F
FlasherHazard warning........................... 4-54
Headlights.................................... 4-40
Flat Tire............................................... 7-3 Mounting the Spare Tire............. 7-13
Removing a Flat Tire.................... 7-9
Floor Mat.......................................... 3-41
Fluid Brake/Clutch................................ 6-27
Washer......................................... 6-27
Fluids Classification................................. 9-4
Fog Lights......................................... 4-46
Foot Brake.........................................4-55
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-126
Front Seat............................................ 2-5
Fuel Filler lid and cap......................... 3-26
Gauge........................................... 4-13
Requirements............................... 3-23
Tank capacity.................................9-5
Fuel Consumption Display............... 4-69
Fuel Economy Monitor..................... 4-69 Ending screen display................. 4-70
Fuel consumption di splay............4-69
Fuses.................................................. 6-47 Panel description......................... 6-49
Replacement................................ 6-47
G
Gauges............................................... 4-11
Glove Compartment... ..................... 5-148
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-41
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-54
Headlights
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Index
Coming home light......................4-44
Control......................................... 4-40
Flashing....................................... 4-44
High-low beam............................ 4-44
Leaving home light..................... 4-45
Leveling....................................... 4-45
Head Restraint................................... 2-17
High Beam Control System
(HBC)................................................ 4-79
Hill Launch Assist (H LA)................ 4-63
Hood Release.................................... 6-19
Horn...................................................4-53
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-26
If the Active Driving Display does not
operate............................................... 7-48
Ignition Switch............................................ 4-4
Ignition not switched off (STOP)
warning beep..................................... 7-43
Illuminated Entry System............... 5-143
Immobilizer System.......................... 3-36
Indicator Lights................................. 4-23 Low engine coolant
temperature.................................. 4-26
Wrench......................................... 4-25
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid
Level.................................................. 6-27
Inspecting Coolant Leve l.................. 6-25
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-24
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-27
Instrument Cluster... .......................... 4-11
Interior Care...................................... 6-59 Active driving display
maintenance................................. 6-61
Cleaning the floor mats............... 6-61
Cleaning the window interiors.....6-61
Instrument panel top
maintenance................................. 6-60
Leather upholstery
maintenance................................. 6-60
Panel maintenance....................... 6-61
Plastic part maintenance.............. 6-60
Seat belt maintenance..................6-59
Upholstery and synthetic leather
maintenance................................. 6-59
Vinyl upholstery maintenance..... 6-59
Interior Lights................................. 5-142 Luggage Compartment Light.....5-142
Map Lights................................ 5-142
Overhead Lights........................ 5-142
i-ACTIVSENSE................................ 4-75 Active Safety Technology........... 4-75
Adaptive Front Lighting System
(AFS)........................................... 4-78
Advanced Smart City Brake Support
(Advanced SCBS)..................... 4-116
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM).....4-87
Camera and sensors..................... 4-76
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS).........................................4-99
Forward Sensing Camera
(FSC)......................................... 4-126
High Beam Control System
(HBC).......................................... 4-79
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)....................................... 4-82
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with
Stop & Go function (MRCC with
Stop & Go function)..................4-104
Pre-Crash Safety Technology...... 4-75
Radar Sensors (Rear).................4-134
Radar sensor (front)...................4-131
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
(RCTA)...................................... 4-101
Smart Brake Support (SBS)...... 4-123
Smart City Brake Support
(SCBS)....................................... 4-120
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