Owner Maintenance Schedule

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.

When Refueling

- Brake and clutch fluid level.

- Engine coolant level.

- Engine oil level.

- Washer fluid level.

At Least Monthly

Tire inflation pressures

At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)

- Automatic transaxle fluid level.

- Power steering fluid level.

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.

- Engine oil.

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