maintenance schedule MAZDA MODEL MPV 2004 (in English) User Guide

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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
Inspect the antifreeze protection and
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year—at the beginning of the
winter season—and before traveling
where temperatures may drop below
freezing.
Inspect the condition and connections of
all cooling system and heater hoses.
Replace any that are swollen or
deteriorated.
The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the F and L marks
on the coolant reservoir when the engine
is cool.
If it’s at or near L, add enough coolant to
the coolant reservoir to provide freezing
and corrosion protection and to bring the
level to F.
Do not overfill.
If new coolant is required frequently,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Changing Coolant (Without Rear
Heater)
Change coolant according to Scheduled
Maintenance (page 8-3).
For mixture percentage:
Radiator coolant will damage paint.
Rinse it off quickly.
CAUTION
•Use only soft (demineralized) water
in the coolant mixture. Water that
contains minerals will cut down on
the coolant’s effectiveness.
•Don’t add only water. Always add a
proper coolant mixture.
•The engine has aluminum parts and
must be protected by an ethylene-
glycol-based coolant to prevent
corrosion and freezing.
•DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol
antifreeze. DO NOT MIX alcohol
or methanol with the coolant. This
could damage the cooling system.
•Don’t use a solution that contains
more than 60 % antifreeze.
This would reduce effectiveness.
ProtectionVo l u m e
Antifreeze
solutionWa t e r
Above -16°C (3°F) 35% 65%
Above -26°C (-15°F) 45% 55%
Above -40°C (-40°F) 55% 45%
CAUTION
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
To change coolant
1. Remove the cooling system cap.
2. Only when the engine is cool, remove
the radiator drain plug and drain the
coolant into a suitable container.
Properly dispose of the used coolant.
3. Flush out the system with running
water.4. Drain the system completely. Insert
and tighten the plug. Add as much
ethylene-glycol-based coolant and
water as necessary to provide freezing
and corrosion protection.
5. In extremely cold climates, add the
amount recommended in the coolant
manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Run the engine at idle with the cooling
system cap off. Slowly add additional
coolant if necessary.
7. At this point, wait until the engine
reaches normal operating temperature;
then depress the accelerator two or
three times. Add more coolant, if
necessary, until the system is full.
8. Install the cooling system cap. Inspect
all connections for leaks. Inspect the
level in the coolant reservoir one more
time.
Changing Coolant (With Rear
Heater)
Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change
the coolant according to the Scheduled
Maintenance (page 8-3).
Removing the Cooling System Cap:
Removing the cooling system cap
while the engine is running or hot is
dangerous. This might lead to cooling
system and engine damage and could
result in serious injury from escaping
hot coolant or steam. Turn off the
engine and wait until it’s cool. Even
then, be very careful when removing
the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around
the cap and slowly turn it
counterclockwise to the first stop.
Step back while the pressure escapes.
When you’re sure all the pressure is
gone, press down on the cap — still
using a cloth — turn the cap, and
remove it.
WARNING
F
L
Tighten Loosen
TightenLoosen
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
2. Separate the air cleaner housing and
remove the filter.
3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing
with a damp cloth.
4. Clean or replace the filter.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Replace the filter according to Scheduled
Maintenance (page 8-3).Contamination of either the windshield or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.
If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
Air filterAir cleaner housing
Wiper Blades
•Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to affect
the cleanability of windows.
•To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, don’t use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
CAUTION
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Index
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-39
Hazardous Driving
............................. 4-8
Headlights
Control
...................................... 5-34
Flashing
.................................... 5-34
High-low beam
......................... 5-34
On reminder
.............................. 5-34
Hood Release
................................... 3-24
Horn
................................................. 5-39
I
Ignition
Keys
............................................ 3-2
Switch
......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System
................ 6-42
Immobilizer System
......................... 3-28
Indicator Lights
................................ 5-24
Cruise Main
.............................. 5-32
Cruise set
.................................. 5-32
Headlight high-beam
................ 5-31
O/D OFF
................................... 5-31
Security
..................................... 5-30
Shift position
............................ 5-31
TCS
........................................... 5-31
TCS OFF
.................................. 5-32
Turn-signal/hazard warning
...... 5-32
Instrument Cluster
........................... 5-20
Interior Care
..................................... 8-48
Interior Lights
.................................. 6-42
J
Jump-Starting ................................... 7-18
K
Keyless Entry System ........................ 3-3
Keys
................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................ 10-2
Lane-Change Signals
....................... 5-35
Liftgate
............................................. 3-18
Light Bulbs
Replacement
.............................. 8-31
Specifications
............................ 10-6
Lighter
.............................................. 6-44
Lighting Control
............................... 5-34
Lubricant Quality
............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light
........... 6-44
M
Maintenance
Introduction
................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions
.................................. 8-8
Owner maintenance schedule
..... 8-7
Scheduled
.................................... 8-3
Map Lights
....................................... 6-43
Meters and Gauges
........................... 5-20
Mirrors
Outside mirrors
......................... 3-33
Rearview mirror
........................ 3-34
Money-Saving Suggestions
................ 4-7
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