Fluid Level Inspection
1. Verify that the fluid level is between MAX and MIN of the sub tank when the engine is cold.
If the fluid is not at the specified level, adjust the fluid level (MIN-MAX on sub tank) by adding/draining the fluid.
Mazda Genuine ATF M-III, M-V or equivalent (e.g. Dexron ® II)
1.0 L {1.1 US qt, 0.88 lmp qt}
Fluid Leakage Inspection
1. Start the engine and idle it.
2. Turn the steering wheel fully to left or right, to generate the fluid pressure.
CAUTION:
Do not maintain the steering wheel fully turned for 5 s or more. It is possible that oil temperature can rise and this will negatively affect the oil pump.
3. Inspect for the fluid leakage at the points indicated in the figure.
If fluid leakage is found, repair or replace the related parts..
Lower Panel Removal/Installation
Driver-side
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Driver-side front scuff plate.
b. Driver-side front side trim.
c. Hood release lever.
d. Upper panel.
e. Shift knob (MTX).
f. Selector lever knob (ATX).
g. Shift panel.
h. Side wall.
i. Cons ...
Rearview Mirror
WARNING
Do not stack cargo or objects higher
than the seatbacks:
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror, which
might cause you to hit another car
when changing lanes.
Rearview mirror adjustment
Before dri ...
Outer Mirror Glass Inspection
Vehicles With Heated Outer Mirror
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the outer mirror glass..
3. Verify that the resistance is as indicated in the table.
If not as indicated in the table, or if the resistance is not within the
specification, replace the outer mi ...