Maintenance and Care -> Owner Maintenance for Your Mazda CX-30 SUV 2020

Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
only by a qualified service technician  
with special tools.  
Owner Maintenance  
Precautions  
Improper owner maintenance during  
the warranty period may affect  
warranty coverage. Refer to  
Introduction (page 6-2) for owner's  
responsibility in protecting your  
investment. For details, read the  
separate Mazda Warranty statement  
provided with the vehicle. If you are  
unsure about any servicing or  
Owner Maintenance Precautions  
The owner or a qualified service  
technician should make these vehicle  
inspections at the indicated intervals to  
ensure safe and dependable  
operation.  
Bring any problem to the attention of  
an Authorized Mazda Dealer or  
qualified service technician as soon as  
possible.  
maintenance procedure, have it done  
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
There are strict environmental laws  
regarding the disposal of waste oil and  
fluids. Please dispose of your waste  
properly and with due regard to the  
environment.  
When Refueling  
Brake and clutch fluid level (page  
6-18)  
Engine coolant level (page 6-17)  
Engine oil level (page 6-16)  
We recommend that you entrust the oil  
and fluid changes of your vehicle to an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
Washer fluid level (page 6-19)  
At Least Monthly  
Tire inflation pressures (page 6-28)  
WARNING  
At Least Twice a Year (For Example,  
Every Spring and Fall)  
Do not perform maintenance work if  
you lack sufficient knowledge and  
experience or the proper tools and  
equipment to do the work. Have  
maintenance work done by a  
qualified technician:  
Performing maintenance work on a  
vehicle is dangerous if not done  
properly. You can be seriously injured  
while performing some maintenance  
procedures.  
You can do the following scheduled  
maintenance items if you have some  
mechanical ability and a few basic  
tools and if you closely follow the  
directions in this manual.  
Engine coolant (page 6-17)  
Engine oil (page 6-16)  
Improper or incomplete service may  
result in problems. This section gives  
instructions only for items that are easy  
to perform.  
As explained in the Introduction (page  
6-2), several procedures can be done  
6-11  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
If you must run the engine while  
working under the hood, make  
certain that you remove all jewelry  
(especially rings, bracelets, watches,  
and necklaces) and all neckties,  
scarves, and similar loose clothing  
before getting near the engine or  
cooling fan which may turn on  
unexpectedly:  
Working under the hood with the  
engine running is dangerous. It  
becomes even more dangerous when  
you wear jewelry, loose clothing or  
have long hair or a long beard.  
Either can become entangled in  
moving parts and result in injury.  
Hood  
Hood  
WARNING  
Always check that the hood is closed  
and securely locked:  
A hood that is not closed and securely  
locked is dangerous as it could fly open  
while the vehicle is moving and block  
the driver's vision which could result in  
a serious accident.  
Opening the Hood  
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the  
release handle to unlock the hood.  
Pull over to a safe location, then  
switch the ignition off and make sure  
the fan is not running before  
attempting to work near the cooling  
fan:  
Working near the cooling fan when it is  
running is dangerous. The fan could  
continue running indefinitely even if  
the engine has stopped and the engine  
compartment temperature is high. You  
could be hit by the fan and seriously  
injured.  
2. Insert your hand into the hood  
opening, slide the latch lever to the  
left, and lift up the hood.  
Do not leave items in the engine  
compartment:  
After you have finished checking or  
doing servicing in the engine  
compartment, do not forget and leave  
items such as tools or rags in the  
engine compartment.  
Tools or other items left in the engine  
compartment could cause engine  
damage or a fire leading to an  
unexpected accident.  
3. Grasp the support rod in the  
padded area and secure it in the  
6-12  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
support rod hole indicated by the  
arrow to hold the hood open.  
CAUTION  
When closing the hood, do not push it  
excessively such as by applying your  
weight. Otherwise, the hood could be  
deformed.  
1. Pad  
2. Support rod  
Closing the Hood  
1. Check under the hood area to  
make certain all filler caps are in  
place and all loose items (e.g.  
tools, oil containers, etc.) have  
been removed.  
2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded  
area on the support rod, and secure  
the support rod in the clip. Verify  
that the support rod is secured in  
the clip before closing the hood.  
1. Clip  
3. Lower the hood slowly to a height  
of about 20 cm (7.9 in) above its  
closed position and then let it drop.  
6-13  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
Engine Compartment Overview  
Engine Compartment Overview  
1. Engine coolant reservoir  
2. Engine oil dipstick  
3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir  
4. Battery  
5. Fuse block  
6. Cooling system cap  
7. Engine oil-filler cap  
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir  
6-14  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
and Approval Committee (ILSAC),  
comprised of U.S. and Japanese  
automobile manufacturers.  
Engine Oil  
Engine Oil  
NOTE  
Changing the engine oil should be  
performed by an Authorized Mazda  
Dealer.  
Refer to Introduction (page 6-2) for  
owner's responsibility in protecting  
your investment.  
Recommended Oil  
Except U.S.A., Canada  
U.S.A., Canada  
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.  
Use ILSAC GF-V or higher/ SAE  
0W-20 engine oil.  
Mazda Genuine Oil is used in your  
Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine  
0W-20 Oil is required to achieve  
optimum fuel economy.  
For maintenance service, Mazda  
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts  
and Oil.  
For maintenance service, Mazda  
recommends Mazda Genuine Parts  
and Castrol (Mexico only).  
®
Only use SAE 0W-20 oil “Certified For  
Gasoline Engines” by the American  
Petroleum Institute (API).  
Oil with this trademark symbol  
conforms to the current engine and  
emission system protection standards  
and fuel economy requirements of the  
International Lubricant Standardization  
6-15  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
(Mexico)  
4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean,  
and reinsert it fully.  
Use API SM or higher, or ILSAC GF-IV  
or higher/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 ILSAC  
must be on the label.  
1. MAX  
2. OK  
3. MIN  
Inspecting Engine Oil Level  
5. Pull it out again and examine the  
level.  
NOTE  
The level is normal if it is between  
the MIN and MAX marks.  
If it is near or below MIN, add  
enough oil to bring the level to  
MAX.  
If the engine oil level warning  
indication/warning light turns on,  
add 1 L (0.3 US gal, 0.2 Imp gal) of  
engine oil.  
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 return to the  
oil pan.  
CAUTION  
Do not overfill the engine oil. This  
may cause engine damage.  
6. Make sure the O-ring on the  
dipstick is positioned properly  
before reinserting the dipstick.  
7. Reinsert the dipstick fully.  
6-16  
 
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
Inspect the antifreeze protection and  
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at  
least once a yearat the beginning of  
the winter seasonand before  
traveling where temperatures may drop  
below freezing.  
Engine Coolant  
Inspecting Coolant Level  
WARNING  
Do not use a match or live flame in  
the engine compartment. DO NOT  
ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE  
IS HOT:  
Inspect the condition and connections  
of all cooling system and heater hoses.  
Replace any that are swollen or  
deteriorated.  
A hot engine is dangerous. If the  
engine has been running, parts of the  
engine compartment can become very  
hot. You could be burned. Carefully  
inspect the engine coolant in the  
coolant reservoir, but do not open it.  
The coolant should be at full in the  
radiator and between the FULL and  
LOW marks on the coolant reservoir  
when the engine is cool.  
Pull over to a safe location, then  
switch the ignition off and make sure  
the fan is not running before  
attempting to work near the cooling  
fan:  
Working near the cooling fan when it is  
running is dangerous. The fan could  
continue running indefinitely even if  
the engine has stopped and the engine  
compartment temperature is high. You  
could be hit by the fan and seriously  
injured.  
If it is at or near LOW, add enough  
coolant to the coolant reservoir to  
provide freezing and corrosion  
protection and to bring the level to  
FULL.  
Securely tighten the coolant reservoir  
tank cap after adding coolant.  
Do not remove either  
cooling system cap when the engine  
and radiator are hot:  
When the engine and radiator are hot,  
scalding coolant and steam may shoot  
out under pressure and cause serious  
injury.  
CAUTION  
Radiator coolant will damage paint.  
Rinse it off quickly if spilled.  
NOTE  
Changing the coolant should be done  
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
6-17  
 
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
If the “FL22” mark is shown on or  
near the cooling system cap, use of  
FL-22 is recommended when  
replacing engine coolant. Using  
engine coolant other than FL-22 may  
cause serious damage to the engine  
and cooling system.  
Brake/Clutch Fluid  
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid  
Level  
WARNING  
If the brake/clutch fluid level is low,  
have the brakes inspected:  
A low brake/clutch fluid level is  
dangerous.  
A low level could indicate brake lining  
wear or a brake system leak which  
could cause the brakes to fail and lead  
to an accident.  
If the coolant reservoir is empty or new  
coolant is required frequently, consult  
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
The brakes and clutch draw fluid from  
the same reservoir.  
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir  
regularly. It should be kept between  
the MAX and MIN lines.  
The level normally drops with  
accumulated distance, a condition  
associated with wear of brake and  
clutch linings. If it is excessively low,  
have the brake/clutch system  
inspected by an Authorized Mazda  
Dealer.  
6-18  
 
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid  
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.  
Washer Fluid  
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level  
WARNING  
Use only windshield washer fluid or  
plain water in the reservoir:  
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.  
The top of the float should be between  
F and E.  
Using Washer Fluid Without  
Anti-freeze Protection in Cold  
Weather:  
Use plain water if washer fluid is  
unavailable.  
But use only washer fluid in cold  
weather to prevent it from freezing.  
Operating your vehicle in temperatures  
below 4 °C (40 °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  
Front and rear washer fluid is supplied  
from the same reservoir.  
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.  
6-19  
 
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
Body Lubrication  
Wiper Blades  
Body Lubrication  
Wiper Blades  
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.  
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, do not use gasoline,  
kerosene, paint thinner, or other  
solvents on or near them.  
Make sure the hood's secondary latch  
keeps the hood from opening when  
the primary latch is released.  
When the wiper lever is in the AUTO  
position and the ignition is switched  
ON, the wipers may move  
automatically in the following cases:  
If the windshield above the rain  
sensor is touched.  
If the windshield above the rain  
sensor is wiped with a cloth.  
If the windshield is struck with a  
hand or other object.  
If the rain sensor is struck with a  
hand or other object from inside  
the vehicle.  
Be careful not to pinch hands or  
fingers as it may cause injury, or  
damage the wipers. When washing  
or servicing the vehicle, make sure  
the wiper lever is in the OFF  
position.  
Before lifting the windshield wiper  
blades off the windshield, always  
follow the procedure for moving the  
windshield wiper blades. Otherwise,  
a wiper blade, wiper arm, or the  
hood could be damaged.  
Refer to the Replacing Windshield  
Wiper Blades (page 6-21) section  
for the procedure on how to move  
the windshield wiper blades to the  
service position.  
6-20  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
Contamination of either the  
Do not bend the blade rubber  
unnecessarily when replacing it.  
Otherwise, the metal stiffener in the  
blade may deform and the  
windshield wiper operation may be  
adversely affected.  
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.  
Do not hold a wiper blade by its end  
when raising the wiper arm.  
Otherwise, the part may deform and  
the wiping performance may lower.  
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.  
NOTE  
Replacing Windshield Wiper  
You can replace the wiper blades  
yourself, however you cannot replace  
the wiper arms.  
Blades  
When the wipers no longer clean well,  
the blades are probably worn or  
cracked.  
If you want to replace the wiper  
arms, consult an Authorized Mazda  
Dealer.  
Replace them.  
Forcefully lowering the wiper arms  
could damage the wiper arm and  
blade, and may scratch or crack the  
windshield.  
CAUTION  
To prevent damaging a windshield  
wiper blade, wiper arm, or the hood,  
perform the following procedure.  
Replace the wiper blades using the  
following procedure.  
1. Move the wipers to the service  
positions using the following  
procedure.  
Before lifting the windshield wiper  
blades off the windshield, always  
move them to the service position.  
When putting the windshield  
wiper blades back on the  
windshield, make sure that they  
are in the service position before  
switching the ignition ON and  
operating the windshield wipers.  
Replace with Mazda genuine wiper  
blades. If they are replaced with  
wiper blades other than a Mazda  
genuine product, they may not wipe  
with the same efficiency as the  
genuine product.  
a) Switch the ignition ON.  
b) Switch the ignition OFF.  
c) Press up the wiper switch to the  
MIST position 2 times within 30  
seconds after switching the  
ignition OFF.  
When the procedure is  
completed, the wipers operate  
and they stop at the service  
positions.  
2. Raise the wiper arms.  
CAUTION  
To prevent damage to the wiper  
arms and other components, do not  
try to sweep the wiper arm by hand.  
To prevent damage to the  
windshield let the wiper arm down  
easily, do not let it slap down on  
the windshield.  
6-21  
 
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
3. Slide the blade component in the  
direction of the arrow while  
pressing the wiper arm tab to  
remove the blade component from  
the wiper arm.  
the blade rubber from the blade  
holder.  
4. Pull the blade rubber in the  
direction of the arrow and slide it  
to a position where the blade  
holder groove can be checked.  
6. Insert the end of the new blade  
rubber into the groove of the blade  
holder until it contacts the end of  
the blade holder.  
5. Pull the end of the blade rubber  
from the blade holder groove in the  
direction of the arrow and remove  
6-22  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
7. After pulling the blade rubber in the  
direction of the arrow and sliding  
the blade rubber to a position to  
check the blade holder groove,  
slide the blade rubber end in the  
opposite direction.  
11.Move the wipers to their initial  
positions using the following  
procedure.  
a) Make sure that the wipers are set  
on the windshield.  
b) Switch the ignition ON.  
c) Press up the wiper switch to the  
MIST position 1 time.  
When the procedure is  
completed, the wipers operate  
and they stop at the initial  
positions.  
Replacing 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, do not move  
the wiper by hand.  
1. Remove the cover.  
8. Make sure that the blade rubber is  
correctly installed to the blade  
holder.  
9. Slide the blade component and  
install it to the wiper arm.  
10.Slowly lower the wiper arms onto  
the windshield.  
6-23  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
2. Remove the stopper and raise the  
wiper arm.  
4. Pull down the blade rubber and  
slide it out of the blade holder.  
5. Remove the metal stiffeners from  
the blade rubber and install them in  
the new blade.  
3. Firmly rotate the wiper blade to the  
right until it unlocks, then remove  
the blade.  
CAUTION  
Do not bend or discard the  
stiffeners. You need to use them  
again.  
CAUTION  
6. Carefully insert the new blade  
rubber.  
To prevent damage to the rear  
window, do not let the wiper arm  
fall on it.  
Then install the blade assembly in  
the reverse order of removal.  
6-24  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
Battery  
Always keep batteries out of  
the reach of children:  
Battery  
Allowing children to play near batteries  
is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause  
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or  
on the skin.  
WARNING  
Wash hands after handling the battery  
and related accessories:  
Battery posts, terminals and related  
accessories contain lead and lead  
compounds, chemicals known to the  
State of California to cause cancer and  
reproductive harm.  
Keep flames and sparks away  
from open battery cells and do not  
allow metal tools to contact the  
positive (+) or negative (-) terminal of  
the battery when working near a  
battery. Do not allow the positive (+)  
terminal to contact the vehicle body:  
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.  
Read the following precautions  
carefully before using the battery or  
inspecting to ensure safe and correct  
handling:  
Always wear eye protection  
when working near the battery:  
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.  
Keep all flames and sparks  
away from open battery cells because  
hydrogen gas is produced from open  
battery cells while charging the  
battery or adding battery fluid:  
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.  
Wear eye protection and  
protective gloves to prevent contact  
with battery fluid:  
Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.  
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID  
which could cause serious injuries if it  
gets in eyes, or on the skin or clothing.  
If this happens, immediately flush your  
eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash  
your skin thoroughly and get medical  
attention.  
6-25  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
NOTE  
Key Battery Replacement  
Before performing battery  
maintenance, remove the battery  
cover.  
Key Battery Replacement  
If the buttons on the transmitter are  
inoperable and the operation indicator  
light does not flash, the battery may be  
dead.  
Replace with a new battery before the  
transmitter becomes unusable.  
CAUTION  
Make sure the battery is installed  
correctly. Battery leakage could occur  
if it is not installed correctly.  
When replacing the battery, be  
careful not to touch any of the  
internal circuitry and electrical  
terminals, bend the electrical  
terminals, or get dirt in the  
Battery Maintenance  
transmitter as the transmitter could  
be damaged.  
There is the danger of explosion if  
the battery is not correctly replaced.  
Dispose of used batteries according  
to the following instructions.  
Insulate the plus and minus  
terminals of the battery using  
cellophane or equivalent tape.  
Never disassemble.  
Never throw the battery into fire or  
water.  
Never deform or crush.  
Replace only with the same type  
battery (CR2032 or equivalent).  
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  
The following conditions indicate that  
the battery power is low:  
extended time, disconnect the  
battery cables and charge the battery  
every 6 weeks.  
A message, “Low Key Fob Battery.  
Replace Battery” is displayed on the  
multi-information display when the  
ignition is switched OFF.  
Battery Replacement  
The system does not operate and the  
operation indicator light on the  
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer  
for a battery replacement purchase.  
6-26  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
transmitter does not flash when the  
buttons are pressed.  
The system's operational range is  
reduced.  
3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead  
screwdriver into the gap and slide it  
in the direction of the arrow.  
Incorrect battery replacement  
operation may damage the key.  
Replacing the battery at an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer is recommended. If  
replacing the battery by yourself,  
follow the instruction.  
4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the  
direction of the arrow and remove  
the upper cover.  
Replacing the key battery  
1. Remove the lower cover while  
pressing the knob in the direction  
of the arrow.  
5. Remove the cap using the  
tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.  
2. Press in the tab to unlock the upper  
cover.  
6. Remove the battery using  
tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.  
6-27  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
7. Insert a new battery into the  
transmitter so that the positive pole  
is facing up.  
Tires  
Tires  
8. Install the cap.  
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  
9. Install the upper cover.  
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.  
10.Insert the tabs of the lower cover  
into the slots of the transmitter and  
install the lower cover.  
Using Wrong-Sized Tires:  
Using any other tire size than what is  
specified for the vehicle (page 9-7)  
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 the  
vehicle.  
Tire Inflation Pressure  
WARNING  
Always inflate the tires to the correct  
pressure:  
Overinflation or underinflation of tires  
is dangerous. Adverse handling or  
unexpected tire failure could result in a  
serious accident.  
Refer to Tires on page 9-7.  
6-28  
 
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
Use only a Mazda-genuine tire valve  
cap:  
Tire Rotation  
Use of a non-genuine part is  
dangerous as the correct tire air  
pressure cannot be maintained if the  
tire valve becomes damaged. If the  
vehicle is driven under this condition,  
the tire air pressure will decrease  
which could result in a serious  
accident. Do not use any part for the  
tire valve cap that is not a  
WARNING  
Rotate tires periodically:  
Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To  
equalize tread wear for maintaining  
good performance in handling and  
braking, rotate the tires periodically or  
sooner if irregular wear develops.  
Please refer to Scheduled maintenance  
for your tire rotation interval.  
Mazda-genuine part.  
Inspect all tire pressures monthly  
(including the spare) when the tires are  
cold. Maintain recommended  
pressures for the best ride, handling,  
and minimum tire wear.  
During rotation, inspect them for  
correct balance.  
Refer to the specification charts (page  
9-7).  
NOTE  
Always check tire pressure when tires  
are cold.  
Warm tires normally exceed  
recommended pressures. Do not  
release air from warm tires to adjust  
the pressure.  
1. Forward  
Do not include (TEMPORARY USE  
ONLY) spare tire in rotation.  
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.  
Also, inspect them for uneven wear  
and damage. Abnormal wear is usually  
caused by one or a combination of the  
following:  
Overinflation can produce a harsh  
Incorrect tire pressure  
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.  
Improper wheel alignment  
Out-of-balance wheel  
Severe braking  
After rotation, inflate all tire pressures  
to specification (page 9-7) and  
inspect the lug nuts for tightness.  
6-29  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
3. Tread wear indicator  
CAUTION  
You should replace the tire before the  
band crosses the entire tread.  
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 reduced if rotated from side to  
side.  
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. The period in  
which the tire was manufactured (both  
week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit  
number.  
Replacing a Tire  
WARNING  
Always use tires that are in good  
condition:  
Driving with worn tires is dangerous.  
Reduced braking, steering, and  
traction could result in an accident.  
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-22.  
Replace all four tires at the same  
time:  
Temporary Spare Tire  
Replacing just one tire is dangerous. It  
could cause poor handling and poor  
braking resulting in loss of vehicle  
control. Mazda strongly recommends  
that you replace all four tires at the  
same time.  
Inspect the temporary spare tire at  
least monthly to make sure it is  
properly inflated and stored.  
NOTE  
The temporary spare tire condition  
gradually deteriorates even if it has not  
been used.  
If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator  
will appear as a solid band across the  
tread.  
The temporary spare tire is easier to  
handle because of its construction  
which is lighter and smaller than a  
conventional tire. This tire should be  
used only for an emergency and only  
for a short distance.  
Replace the tire when this happens.  
Use the temporary spare tire only until  
the conventional tire is repaired, which  
should be as soon as possible.  
Refer to Tires on page 9-7.  
1. New tread  
2. Worn tread  
6-30  
 
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
CAUTION  
CAUTION  
A wrong-sized wheel may adversely  
affect:  
Do not 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 6-30).  
Tire fit  
Wheel and bearing life  
Ground clearance  
Snow-chain clearance  
Speedometer calibration  
Headlight aim  
Bumper height  
Tire Pressure Monitoring System  
NOTE  
When replacing a wheel, make sure  
the new one is the same as the  
original factory wheel in diameter,  
rim width, and offset (inset/outset).  
For details, contact an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer.  
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. The period in  
which the tire was manufactured (both  
week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit  
number.  
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.  
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-22.  
Replacing a Wheel  
WARNING  
Always use wheels of the correct size  
on your vehicle:  
Using a wrong-sized wheel is  
dangerous. Braking and handling could  
be affected, leading to loss of control  
and an accident.  
6-31  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
Light Bulbs  
Fuses  
Replacing Light Bulbs  
Fuses  
All the light bulbs are the LED type.  
The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a  
single unit because it is an integrated  
unit.  
The LED bulb has to be replaced with  
the unit. We recommend an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer when the  
replacement is necessary.  
Your vehicle's electrical system is  
protected by fuses.  
If any lights, accessories, or controls do  
not work, inspect the appropriate  
circuit protector. If a fuse has blown,  
the inside element will be melted.  
If the same fuse blows again, avoid  
using that system and consult an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as  
possible.  
Fuse Replacement  
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's  
left side  
If the electrical system does not work,  
first inspect the fuses on the vehicle's  
left side.  
1. Make sure the ignition is switched  
off, and other switches are off.  
2. Open the fuse panel cover.  
3. Pull the fuse straight out with the  
fuse puller provided on the fuse  
6-32  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
block located in the engine  
compartment.  
in the cabin are normal, inspect the  
fuse block under the hood.  
If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced.  
Follow these steps:  
1. Make sure the ignition is switched  
off, and other switches are off.  
2. Remove the fuse block cover.  
4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is  
blown.  
3. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is  
blown, replace it with a new one of  
the same amperage rating.  
1. Normal  
2. Blown  
5. Insert a new fuse of the same  
amperage rating, and make sure it  
fits tightly. If it does not fit tightly,  
have an expert install it. Consult an  
Authorized Mazda Dealer.  
If you have no spare fuses, borrow  
one of the same rating from a  
circuit not essential to vehicle  
operation, such as the audio or  
accessory socket circuit.  
1. Normal  
2. Blown  
CAUTION  
Always replace a fuse with a  
genuine Mazda fuse or equivalent  
of the same rating. Otherwise you  
may damage the electric system.  
6. Reinstall the cover and make sure  
that it is securely installed.  
Replacing the fuses under the hood  
If the headlights or other electrical  
components do not work and the fuses  
6-33  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
WARNING  
Do not replace the main fuse by  
yourself. Have an Authorized  
Mazda Dealer perform the  
replacement:  
Replacing the fuse by yourself is  
dangerous because the MAIN fuse  
is a high current fuse. Incorrect  
replacement could cause an  
electrical shock or a short circuit  
resulting in a fire.  
4. Reinstall the cover and make sure  
that it is securely installed.  
6-34  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
Fuse Panel Description  
Fuse block (Engine compartment)  
FUSE RAT-  
No.  
ING  
PROTECTED COMPONENT  
F1  
F2  
*
20 A  
30 A  
20 A  
20 A  
40 A  
20 A  
Windshield wiper de-icer  
Engine control system  
F3  
F4  
F5  
F6  
S-VT  
Engine control system  
6-35  
*Some models.  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
FUSE RAT-  
No.  
ING  
PROTECTED COMPONENT  
15 A  
F7  
20 A  
15 A  
15 A  
15 A  
7.5 A  
15 A  
15 A  
20 A  
20 A  
15 A  
Fuel pump  
Engine control system  
F8  
*
F9  
Transmission control system  
Engine control system  
Air conditioner  
F10  
F11  
F12  
F13  
F14  
F15  
F16  
F17  
F18  
F19  
F20  
F21  
F22  
F23  
F24  
F25  
F26  
F27  
F28  
F29  
F30  
F31  
F32  
F33  
F34  
F35  
F36  
F37  
F38  
Engine control system  
*
Front seat warmer  
For protection of various circuits  
15 A  
60 A  
15 A  
15 A  
15 A  
30 A  
15 A  
15 A  
7.5 A  
25 A  
25 A  
15 A  
15 A  
15 A  
15 A  
For protection of various circuits  
Power steering system  
Headlight (LH) 1  
Headlight (RH) 1  
Keyless system  
ABS, Dynamic stability control system  
Headlight (LH) 2  
Headlight (RH) 2  
On board diagnostics  
For protection of various circuits  
For protection of various circuits  
Windshield washer  
Accessory sockets  
Horn  
Headlights  
50A  
ABS, Dynamic stability control system  
40 A  
50 A  
Rear window defogger  
For protection of various circuits  
6-36  
*Some models.  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
FUSE RAT-  
No.  
PROTECTED COMPONENT  
ING  
F39  
F40  
F41  
F42  
F43  
F44  
F45  
F46  
F47  
F48  
F49  
F50  
F51  
F52  
F53  
F54  
F55  
F56  
40 A  
Air conditioner  
20 A  
30 A  
30 A  
10 A  
15 A  
15 A  
7.5 A  
15 A  
15 A  
25 A  
10 A  
15 A  
15 A  
50 A  
50 A  
Windshield wipers  
Cooling fan  
Starter  
Engine control system  
Audio  
For protection of various circuits  
Air bag  
Instrument cluster  
Room light  
Audio  
*
Moonroof  
Engine control system  
i-ACTIVSENSE  
6-37  
*Some models.  
OMaiwntennaneceranMd Caareintenance  
Fuse block (Left side)  
FUSE RAT-  
No.  
ING  
PROTECTED COMPONENT  
F1  
F2  
F3  
F4  
15 A  
15 A  
Power door locks (Driver)  
F5  
Power door locks (Passenger)  
F6  
*
F7  
25 A  
Power liftgate  
F8  
F9  
30 A  
30 A  
30 A  
Power windows (Driver)  
F10  
F11  
F12  
F13  
F14  
F15  
Power windows (Passenger)  
*
Power seat (Driver)  
15 A  
Audio  
15 A  
Liftgate lock  
6-38  
*Some models.  
Maintenance and Care  
Owner Maintenance  
FUSE RAT-  
No.  
PROTECTED COMPONENT  
ING  
F16  
F17  
F18  
F19  
F20  
F21  
F22  
F23  
15 A  
10 A  
10 A  
10 A  
10 A  
10 A  
7.5 A  
Illumination  
Brake lights  
Reverse lights  
Rear turn signal lights  
Taillights  
Taillights  
*
Air bag  
6-39  
*Some models.