oil type MAZDA MODEL CX-5 2020 Owners Manual (in English)

Fuel grade labels are visible on fuel-filler lid, therefore, verify the fuel grade before
refueling. If the fuel grade cannot be verified, ask the gas station attendant.
CAUTION
 Never use fuel other than specification Ultra-Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD, 15 ppm sulfur or less)
fuel that meets the ASTM D975 standard or th e equivalent for your vehicle. Use of gasoline
or kerosene in diesel engines will result in fuel system and engine damage.
 Never use diesel fuel with concentrations of methyl ester bio-diesel higher than 5 % (B5),
such as B20 or B100.
 Never add fuel system additives other than a Mazda genuine product, otherwise the
emission control system could be damaged. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.
 If any type of incorrect fuel is accidently pumped into the fuel tank, do not turn on the
engine and drive the vehicle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for assistance.
Turning on the engine or driving the vehicle with the incorrect fuel could cause damage to
the fuel pump and fuel injectors.
 Do not mistake the refueling port for the DEF
filler port. If fuel was added to the DEF
filler
port by mistake, do not turn on the engine and drive the vehicle. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer for assistance.
Turning on the engine or driving the vehicle with fuel in the DEF filler port could cause
damage to the emission control system.
Diesel fuel only
DEF only
NOTE
Fuel for winter driving is available. Ask the gas station attendant for details.
When refueling, always add at least 10 L (2.6 US gal, 2.2 Imp gal) of fuel.
Low outside temperatures
When the outside temperature is low, diesel fuel (light oil) may freeze and clog the fuel
pipe, leading to problems such as the engine not starting. When driving to a cold region, add
winter grade diesel fuel as soon as possible.
Before Driving
Fuel and Emission
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Gear position indication
The numeral for the selected gear
illuminates.

Manual shift mode
indication
Gear position
indication
Manual shift mode
indication
Gear position
indication
Instrument Cluster (Type A)
Instrument Cluster (Type B/C)
NOTE
If the gears cannot be shifted down
when driving at higher speeds, the gear
position indication will flash twice to
signal that the gears cannot be shifted
down (to protect the transaxle).
If the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF)
temperature becomes too high, there is
the possibility that the transaxle will
switch to automatic shift mode,
canceling manual shift mode and
turning off the gear position indication
illumination. This is a normal function
to protect the AT. After the ATF
temperature has decreased, the gear
position indication illumination turns
back on and driving in manual shift
mode is restored.
(SKYACTIV-D 2.2 AWD vehicles)
If the engine oil temperature becomes
too high, there is the possibility that the
transaxle will switch to automatic shift
mode, canceling manual shift mode and
turning off the gear position indicator
illumination. After the engine oil
temperature has decreased, the gear
position indicator illumination turns
back on and driving in manual shift
mode is restored.
▼ Manually Shifting Up
You can shift gears up by operating the
selector lever or the steering shift
switches
*.
M1 → M2 → M3 → M4 → M5 → M6
Using selector lever
To shift up to a higher gear, tap the
selector lever back
once.

Using steering shift switch*
To shift up to a higher gear with the
steering shift switches , pull the UP switch
When Driving
Automatic Transaxle
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i-ACTIV AWD Operation*
AWD provides excellent drivability on
snow-covered and ice-packed roads, sand
and mud, as well as on steep slopes and
other slippery surfaces.
A system malfunction or operation
conditions are indicated by a warning.
Refer to Contact Authorized Mazda
Dealer and Have Vehicle Inspected on
page 7-26.
WA R N I N G
Never spin a wheel that is off the ground:
Spinning a wheel that is off the ground as a
result of the vehicle being stuck or in a
ditch is dangerous. The drive assembly
could be seriously damaged which could
lead to an accident or could even lead to
overheating, oil leakage, and a fire.
▼AWD Driving
WA R N I N G
Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvers when driving this
vehicle:
Sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvering of this
vehicle is dangerous
as it could result in the increased risk of loss
of vehicle control, vehicle roll-over,
personal injury or death.
This vehicle has a higher center of gravity.
Vehicles with a higher center of gravity
such as utility and AWD vehicles handle
differently than vehicles with a lower center
of gravity.
Utility and AWD vehicles are not designed
for cornering at high speeds any more than
low profile sports cars are designed to
perform satisfactorily under off-road
conditions. In addition, utility vehicles have
a significantly higher rollover rate than
other types of vehicles.
Drive carefully when the vehicle is loaded
by lowering vehicle speed and applying the
brakes earlier:
Abrupt maneuvering and sudden braking
when driving a loaded vehicle is dangerous
as the driving behavior of a vehicle with a
high center of gravity is different when it is
loaded compared to when it is not, and
could result in the loss of vehicle control
and an accident.
▼ Tires and Tire Chains
The condition of the tires plays a large role
in the performance of the vehicle.
Moreover, to prevent adverse effects to the
drive assembly, please note the following:
Tires
When replacing tires, always replace all
front and rear tires at the same time.
All tires must be of the same size,
manufacture, brand and tread pattern.
Pay particular attention when equipping
snow or other types of winter tires.
Do not mix tread-worn tires with normal
tires.
Inspect tire inflation pressures at the
specified periods adju
st to the specified
pressures.
NOTE
Check the tire inflation pressure label
attached to driver's door frame for the
correct tire inflation pressure.
When Driving
i-ACTIV AWD
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The front doors or the liftgate is not fully closed.
 The vehicle is on a road incline.
 The door mirrors are retracted.
 Do not hit the front/rear camera, front bumper, and door mirrors forcefully. The camera
position or installation angle may shift.
 The cameras are of a waterproof structure. Do not disassemble, modify, or remove a
camera.
 The camera cover is made of hard plastic, therefore do not apply oil film remover, organic
solvents, wax, or coating agents. If any such agent gets on the camera cover, wipe it off
using a soft cloth immediately.
 Do not rub the camera lens forcefully, or clean it with an abrasive or hard brush. Otherwise,
it could scratch the camera lens and negatively affect the images.
 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for repair, painting, or replacement of the front/rear
camera, front bumper and door mirrors.
 Heed the following cautions to assure that the 360°View Monitor operates normally.
 Do not modify the vehicle suspensions or lower/raise the vehicle body, or both.
 Always use wheels of the specified type and si ze for the front and rear wheels. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer for tire replacement.
 When the display is cold, images may leave trai ls or the screen might be darker than usual,
making it difficult to check the vehicle surroundi ngs. Always confirm the safety at the front
and around the vehicle visually when driving.
 The method for parking/stopping the vehicle using the 360°View Monitor differs depending
on the road circumstances/conditions and th e vehicle conditions. When and how much you
turn the steering wheel will differ depending on the situation, , therefore always check the
vehicle surroundings directly with yo ur eyes while using the system.
Also, before using the system, always make sure that the vehicle can be parked/stopped in
the parking/stopping space.
NOTE
If there are water droplets, snow, or mud on the camera lens, wipe it off using a soft cloth.
If the camera lens is especially dirt y, wash it off with mild detergent.
If the area where the camera is installed, such as the liftgate or door mirrors, has been
damaged in a vehicle accident, the camera (position, installation angle) may have shifted.
Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected.
If the camera is subjected to excessive changes in temperature such as by pouring hot
water on the camera during cold weather, the 360°View Monitor may not operate
normally.
If the battery voltage is low, the screen might be temporarily difficult to view, however,
this does not indicate a problem.
When Driving
i-ACTIVSENSE
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Except U.S.A., Canada
SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Oil container labels provide important
information.
A chief contribution this type of oil makes
to fuel economy is reducing the amount of
fuel necessary to overcome engine
friction.

For maintenance service, Mazda
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts.

(ILSAC)
(Mexico)
80
60
40
20
0
–40 –20
30
100
40
20
10
0
–10
–20
–30
–40
SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G 2.5
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil. If SAE 5W-30
engine oil is not available, use SAE 5W-20
engine oil.

The quality designation SM or SN, or
ILSAC must be on the label.

SKYACTIV-G 2.5T
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil. If SAE 5W-30
engine oil is not available, use SAE 0W-30
or SAE 10W-30 engine oil.

The quality designation SM or SN, or
ILSAC must be on the label.

▼ 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 retu rn to the oil pan.
4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.
SKYACTIV-G 2.0, SKYACTIV-G
2.5, and SKYACTIV-G 2.5T

MAX
OK
MIN
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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WA R N I N G
Dry off brakes that have become wet by
driving slowly, releasing the accelerator
pedal and lightly applying the brakes
several times until the brake performance
returns to normal:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the vehicle
pulling to one side when braking could
result in a serious accident. Light braking
will indicate whether the brakes have been
affected.
When using an automatic car wash
Retract the door mirrors.
The automatic car wash brushes could
reduce the paint lustre or hasten paint
deterioration.
When using a high water pressure car
wash
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of car wash
machine. If the car washer nozzle is put
too close to the vehicle, the force of the
spray could damage or deform the
molding, affect the sealability of parts, and
allow water to penetrate the interior. Keep
a sufficient space (30 cm (12 in) or more)
between the nozzle and the vehicle. In
addition, do not spend too much time
spraying the same area of the vehicle, and
be very careful when spraying between
gaps in doors and around windows.
Waxing
Your vehicle needs to be waxed when
water no longer beads on the finish.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing it. In addition to the vehicle body,
wax the metal trim to maintain its luster.

1. Use wax which contains no abrasives. Wax containing abrasives will remove
paints and could damage bright metal
parts.
2. Use a good grade of natural wax for
metallic, mica, and solid colors.
3. When waxing, coat evenly with the
sponge supplied or a soft cloth.
4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.
NOTE
A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and
similar materials will usually also take off
the wax. Rewax these areas even if the rest
of the vehicle does not need it.
▼ Repairing Damage to the Finish
Deep scratches or chips on the finish
should be repaired promptly. Exposed
metal quickly rusts an
d can lead to major
repairs.
CAUTION
If your Mazda is damaged and needs metal
parts repaired or replaced, make sure the
body shop applies anti-corrosion materials
to all parts, both repaired and new. This
will prevent them from rusting.
▼ Bright-Metal Maintenance
Use tar remover to remove road tar and
insects. Never do this with a knife or
similar tool.
To prevent corrosi
on on bright-metal
surfaces, apply wax or chrome
preservative and rub it to a high luster.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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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 that uses high-speed
or hard brushes.
(19-inch wheel vehicle)
If your aluminum wheels lose luster,
apply wax which contains no polishing
powder.
▼ 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 such 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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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 6-25.
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)).
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
2.0
With oil filter replacement 4.2 L (4.4 US qt, 3.7 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replace-
ment
4.0 L (4.2 US qt, 3.5 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-G
2.5 With oil filter replacement 4.5 L (4.8 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replace-
ment
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 replace-
ment
4.6 L (4.9 US qt, 4.0 Imp qt)
SKYACTIV-D
2.2 With oil filter replacement 5.1 L (5.4 US qt, 4.5 Imp qt)
Without oil filter replace-
ment
4.8 L (5.1 US qt, 4.2 Imp qt)
Specifications
Specifications
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Index
Leaving home light..................... 4-79
Leveling....................................... 4-79
Head Restraint................................... 2-20
High Beam Control System
(HBC).............................................. 4-125 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)................ 4-126
Hill Launch Assist (HLA).............. 4-105
HomeLink Wireless Control
System............................................... 4-89
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type B)............................................ 4-93
Hood Release.................................... 6-21
Horn...................................................4-88
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-23
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................................. 7-49
Ignition Switch............................................ 4-4
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep.................................... 7-44
Illuminated Entry System................. 5-95
Immobilizer System.......................... 3-47
Inspecting Brake Fluid Level............ 6-31
Inspecting Coolant Leve l.................. 6-29
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-27
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-31
Instrument Cluster... .......................... 4-12
Instrument Cluster (Type A)........4-13
Instrument Cluster (Type B)........ 4-30
Instrument Cluster (Type C)........ 4-46
Message indicated on multi-
information display ......................7-39
Instrument Cluster (Type A)............. 4-13 Average Fuel Economy............... 4-20
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-22
Compass Display......................... 4-23
Current Fuel Economy................ 4-21
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-19
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-23
Distance-to-empty....................... 4-20
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge........................................... 4-17
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) Display.......4-22
Multi-information Display (Type
A)................................................. 4-14
Odometer..................................... 4-16
Outside Temperature Display...... 4-20
Remaining Diesel Exhaust Fluid
(DEF) and Maximum Driving
Distance Display..........................4-21
Speedometer................................ 4-13
Speed Unit Selector..................... 4-19
Tachometer.................................. 4-13
Trip Meter....................................4-16
Warning Indication/Warning
Lights........................................... 4-24
Warning (Display Indication)...... 4-23
Instrument Cluster (Type B)............. 4-30 Average Fuel Economy............... 4-36
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-38
Compass Display......................... 4-39
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-38
Current Fuel Economy................ 4-37
Dashboard Illumina tion............... 4-35
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Index
MirrorsOutside mirrors............................ 3-36
Rearview mirror.......................... 3-38
Mirror Defogger.......... ...................... 4-87
Moonroof...........................................3-44
Multi-information Display (Type
A).......................................................4-14
Multi-information Display (Type
B)....................................................... 4-31
Multi-information Display (Type
C)....................................................... 4-47
O
Off-Road Traction Assist Off-Road Traction Assist indicator
light............................................ 4-111
Off-Road Traction Assist
switch......................................... 4-112
Outside Mirrors................................. 3-36
Overhead Console..... ...................... 5-100
Overhead Lights................................ 5-92
Overheating....................................... 7-18
Overloading....................................... 3-56
Owner Maintenance Closing the hood......................... 6-21
Engine compartment overview.... 6-23
Key battery replacement..............6-44
Opening the hood.................. ...... 6-21
Owner maintenance
precautions................................... 6-19
P
Parking Sensor System................... 4-239 Park assist sensor system
operation.................................... 4-242
Sensor detection range.............. 4-241
Personalization Features....................9-11
Power Liftgate................................... 3-22
Power Liftgate Warning Beep........... 7-45
Power Steering................................ 4-120
Power Steering Warning Buzzer....... 7-46
Power Windows................................ 3-41
R
Radar Sensors (Rear)...................... 4-215
Radar Sensor (Front).......................4-212
Rearview Mirror................................3-38
Rear Coat Hooks...... ....................... 5-103
Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA).... 4-143
Rear Door Child Safety Locks.......... 3-20
Rear Seat........................................... 2-15
Rear View Monitor......................... 4-231 Displayable range on the
screen......................................... 4-233
Picture quality adjustment......... 4-238
Rear view monitor operation..... 4-234
Rear view parking camera
location...................................... 4-232
Switching to the rear view monitor
display........................................4-232
Variance between actual road
conditions and displayed
Image......................................... 4-236
Viewing the display................... 4-234
Rear Window Defogger.................... 4-86
Rear Window Washer... .................... 4-86
Rear Window Wiper......................... 4-86
Recommended Oil.............................6-25
Recording of Vehicle Data................ 8-22
Recreational Towing......................... 3-67
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country.............................................. 8-18
Replacement Fuse..............................................6-58
Key battery.................................. 6-44
Light bulbs...................................6-52
Tires............................................. 6-49
Wheel........................................... 6-51
Wiper........................................... 6-37
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