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Washer Fluid

qInspecting Washer Fluid Level

WARNING

Substitute Washer Fluid:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the windshield,
affect your visibility, and could result
in an accident. Use only windshield
washer fluid or plain water in the
reservoir.

Using Washer Fluid Without Anti-
freeze Protection in Cold Weather:
Operating your vehicle in
temperatures below 4 degrees C (40
degrees F) using washer fluid without
anti-freeze protection is dangerous as
it could cause impaired windshield
vision and result in an accident. In
cold weather, always use washer fluid
with anti-freeze protection.

NOTE

State or local regulations may restrict
the use of volatile organic compounds
(VOCs), which are commonly used as
anti-freeze agents in washer fluid. A
washer fluid with limited VOC content
should be used only if it provides
adequate freeze resistance for all
regions and climates in which the
vehicle will be operated.

Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.

The top of the float should be between
FULL and LOW.

Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.

NOTE

Front and rear washer fluid is supplied
from the same reservoir.

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Body Lubrication

All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.

Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.

Air Filter

CAUTION

Don't drive without an air filter. This
could result in excessive engine wear.

This air filter may be cleaned with
compressed air and reused, or replaced,
depending on its condition. Unless it is
very dirty, simply shake it to remove
foreign particles. Each time you inspect it,
wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a
damp cloth.

qReplacing the Air Filter

NOTE

If the vehicle is operated in very dusty
or sandy areas, replace the filter more
often than recommended intervals.

1. Remove the bolt and unfasten the

clamps on the air cleaner housing.

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2. Separate the air cleaner housing and

remove the filter.

Air filter

Air cleaner housing

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).

Wiper Blades

CAUTION

Hot waxes applied by automatic car
washers have been known to affect
the wiper's ability to clean windows.

To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene,
paint thinner, or other solvents on or
near them.

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.

qReplacing Windshield Wiper Blades

When the wipers no longer clean well, the
blades are probably worn or cracked.
Replace them.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arms
and other components, don't try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.

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1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade

assembly to expose the plastic locking
clip.
Compress the clip and slide the
assembly downward; then lift it off the
arm.

Plastic locking clip

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the windshield let
the wiper arm down easily, don't let it
slap down on the windshield.

2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull

until the tabs are free of the metal
support.

Metal support

Tab

3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the

blade rubber and install them in new
blades.

CAUTION

Don't bend or discard the stiffeners.
You need to use them again.

If the metal stiffeners are switched,
the blade's wiping efficiency could
be reduced.
So don't use the driver's side metal
stiffeners on the passenger's side, or
vice versa.

Be sure to reinstall the metal
stiffeners in the new blade rubber so
that the curve is the same as it was in
the old blade rubber.

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4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.

Then install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.

NOTE

Install the blade so that the tabs are
toward the bottom of the wiper arm.

qReplacing Rear Window Wiper

Blade

When the wiper no longer cleans well, the
blade is probably worn or cracked.
Replace it.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arm
and other components, don't try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.

1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade

assembly to expose the plastic locking
clip.
Compress the clip and slide the
assembly downward; then lift it off the
arm.

Plastic locking clip

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the rear window
let the wiper arm down easily, don't let
it slap down on the rear window.

2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it

out of the blade holder.

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3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the

blade rubber and install them in new
blades.

CAUTION

Don't bend or discard the stiffeners.
You need to use them again.

4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.

Then install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.

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Battery

WARNING

Battery-Related Lead Materials:
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

Follow These Precautions Carefully:

To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery, read the following precautions
carefully before using the battery or inspecting it.

Eye Protection:

Working without eye protection is dangerous. Battery fluid contains SULFURIC
ACID which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes. Also, hydrogen gas
produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to
explode. Always wear eye protection when working near the battery.

Spilled Battery Fluid:

Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets
in eyes, skin or clothing. If this happens, immediately flush your eyes with water for
15 minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention. Wear eye
protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery fluid.

Children and Batteries:

Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin. Always keep batteries out of the
reach of children.

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WARNING

Keep Flames Away:

Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. When working near a battery, do
not allow metal tools to contact the positive (

) or negative (

) terminal of the

battery. Do not allow the positive (

) terminal to contact the vehicle body.

Battery-Related Explosion:

Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells.

qBattery Maintenance

To get the best service from a battery:

Keep it securely mounted.

Keep the top clean and dry.

Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease.

Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.

If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables.

qInspecting Electrolyte Level

A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause
the battery to discharge quickly.

Upper level

Lower level

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Inspect the electrolyte level at least once a
week. If it's low, remove the cap and add
enough distilled water to bring the level
between the upper and lower level
(illustration).

Don't overfill.
Examine the specific gravity of the
electrolyte with a hydrometer, especially
during cold weather. If it's low, recharge
the battery.

Tires

For reasons of proper performance, safety,
and better fuel economy, always maintain
recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay within the recommended load limits
and weight distribution.

WARNING

Using Different Tire Types:
Driving your vehicle with different
types of tires is dangerous. It could
cause poor handling and poor
braking; leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the
temporary spare tire, use only the
same type tires (radial, bias-belted,
bias-type) on all four wheels.

Using Wrong-Sized Tires:
Using any other tire size than what is
specified for your Mazda (page 10-6)
is dangerous. It could seriously affect
ride, handling, ground clearance, tire
clearance, and speedometer
calibration. This could cause you to
have an accident. Use only tires that
are the correct size specified for your
Mazda.

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qTire Inflation Pressure

WARNING

Incorrect Tire Inflation:
Overinflation or underinflation of tires
is dangerous. Adverse handling or
unexpected tire failure could result in
a serious accident. Always inflate the
tires to the correct pressure (page
10-6).

Inspect all tire pressures monthly
(including the spare) when the tires are
cold. Maintain recommended pressures
for the best ride, top handling, and
minimum tire wear.

Refer to the specification charts (page
10-6).

NOTE

Always check tire pressure when
tires are cold.

Warm tires normally exceed
recommended pressures. Don't
release air from warm tires to adjust
the pressure.

Underinflation can cause reduced
fuel economy, uneven and
accelerated tire wear, and poor
sealing of the tire bead, which will
deform the wheel and cause
separation of tire from rim.

Overinflation can produce a harsh
ride, uneven and accelerated tire
wear, and a greater possibility of
damage from road hazards.
Keep your tire pressure at the correct
levels. If one frequently needs
inflating, have it inspected.

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qTire Rotation

To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)/8,000
km

(5,000 miles) or sooner if irregular

wear develops. During rotation, inspect
them for correct balance.

* Unique driving conditions for U.S.A.,

Canada and Puerto Rico

Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY)
spare tire in rotation.

Forward

Also, inspect them for uneven wear and
damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused
by one or a combination of the following:

Incorrect tire pressure

Improper wheel alignment

Out-of-balance wheel

Severe braking

After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to
specification (page 10-6) and inspect the
lug nuts for tightness.

CAUTION

Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to rear,
not from side to side. Tire performance
will be weakened if rotated from side to
side.

qReplacing a Tire

WARNING

Worn Tires:
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.
Always use tires that are in good
condition.

If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
will appear as a solid band across the
tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.

New tread

Tread wear indicator

Worn tread

You should replace it before the band is
across the entire tread.

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NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road. It is
recommended that tires generally be
replaced when they are 6 years or older.
Heat caused by hot climates or frequent
high loading conditions can accelerate
the aging process. You should replace
the spare tire when you replace the
other road tires due to the aging of the
spare tire. Regarding the manufacturing
week and year is indicated with 4 digit.
Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-17.

qTemporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at least
monthly to make sure it's properly inflated
and stored.

NOTE

The temporary spare tire condition
gradually deteriorates even if it has not
been used.

The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction. It is
lighter and smaller than a conventional
tire and should be used only for an
emergency and only for a short distance.

Use the temporary only until the
conventional tire is repaired, which should
be as soon as possible.

Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2
kgf/cm

or bar, 60 psi).

CAUTION

Don't use your temporary spare tire
rim with a snow tire or a
conventional tire. Neither will
properly fit and could damage both
tire and rim.

The temporary spare tire has a tread
life of less than 5,000 km (3,000
miles). The tread life may be shorter
depending on driving conditions.

The temporary spare tire is for
limited use, however, if the tread
wear solid-band indicator appears,
replace the tire with the same type of
temporary spare (page 8-30).

NOTE

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qReplacing a Wheel

WARNING

Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling
could be affected, leading to loss of
control and an accident. Always use
wheels of the correct size on your
vehicle.

CAUTION

A wrong-sized wheel may adversely
affect:

Tire fit

Wheel and bearing life

Ground clearance

Snow-chain clearance

Speedometer calibration

Headlight aim

Bumper height

When replacing a wheel, make sure the
new one is the same as the original factory
wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset.

Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.

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Light Bulbs

Some models.

Overhead light

Overhead lights/Map lights

Parking lights

Headlights

Fog lights

Brake lights/Taillights
Rear turn signal lights

Reverse lights

Taillights/Rear side-marker lights

Luggage compartment light

License plate lights

High-mount brake light

Front turn signal lights/Front side-marker lights

Side turn signal lights

Courtesy lights

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WARNING

Handling Halogen Bulbs:
When a halogen bulb breaks, it is
dangerous. These bulbs contain
pressurized gas. If one is broken, it
will explode and serious injuries could
be caused by the flying glass.
If the glass portion is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
Never touch the glass portion of the
bulb with your bare hands and always
wear eye protection when handling or
working around halogen bulbs.

Children and Halogen Bulbs:
Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb or
breaking it some other way.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children.

qReplacing Exterior Light Bulbs

Replacing a headlight bulb

1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned

off and the headlight switch is off.

2. Lift the hood and find the bulb in the

rear of the headlight unit.

3. Detach the electrical connector from

the bulb by squeezing the tabs and
pulling it to the rear.

4. Pull off the sealing cover.

5. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.

6. Swing the retaining spring out and

away to free the headlight bulb.

7. Carefully remove the headlight bulb

from the socket by pulling it straight
back.

8. Replace the bulb.

9. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of removal.

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NOTE

If the halogen bulb is accidentally
touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.

Use the protective cover and carton
for the replacement bulb to dispose
of the old bulb promptly and out of
the reach of children.

When reinstalling the sealing cover,
make sure

faces up.

Replacing a fog light bulb

1. Turn the screw counterclockwise and

remove it, then partially peel back the
mudguard.

2. If a retaining spring is equipped, swing

it outward.

3. Disconnect the socket from the

electrical connector by pressing the tab
on the connector with your finger.

4. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and

remove it. Carefully remove the fog
light bulb from its socket by pulling it
straight back.

5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of removal.

Front turn signal lights/Front side-
marker lights

1. Turn the screw counterclockwise and

remove it.

2. Turn the center section of the plastic

retainer counterclockwise and remove
it, then partially peel back the
mudguard.

Removal

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