U N D E R H O O D
Always check the Owner’s Manual for more operating information and safety features
Under Hood
Quick Tips
Mazda
Mazda B-Series Truck
page 18
page 19
11. Automatic transmission
fluid dipstick*
Check with engine on at normal
operating temperature; fluid
should be within crosshatched
area on dipstick
12. Engine oil dipstick
Check with engine off and
at normal temperature; fluid
should be within crosshatched
area on dipstick: do not fill
above MAX/FULL line
4.0-Liter Engine
2.3-Liter Engine
3.0-Liter Engine
1
1
3
3
3
4
8
4
8
11
11
9
9
4
8
9
12
11
1
10
2
7
6
6
12
13
7
2
5
12
13
7
2
10
5
10
13
6
5
13. Power steering
fluid reservoir
Check with engine off and at
normal temperature; fluid level
on dipstick should be between
arrows in FULL HOT range
Change engine oil/replace filter
every 3,000**/5,000 miles; rotate
tires every 7,500 miles or sooner
Normal operating conditions
A.
Inspect: Engine cooling system,
hoses and clamps, automatic
transmission fluid level, steering
linkage, suspension, brake system
Inspect/lubricate: 4x2 ball joints
B.
Replace: Air filter/fuel filter
C.
Change: Green engine coolant
D.
Lubricate: 4x2 wheel bearings
Replace: Manual transmission fluid
E.
Inspect: Accessory drive belt(s)
Replace: Spark plugs
Replace: PCV valve (2.3L/3.0L/4.0L)
Special operating conditions
Towing, extensive idling, low speed
driving, dusty conditions and off-road
operation, see Owner’s Manual
F.
Change: Yellow engine coolant
G.
Inspect: Brake system
H.
Replace: Fuel filter
I.
Change: Automatic
transmission fluid
J.
Lubricate: Front wheel
bearings (4x2)
K.
Change: Transfer case fluid (4x4)
L.
Replace: Spark plugs
Perform maintenance as required
Inspect/lubricate: U-joints
Replace: Engine air filter
Change: Manual transmission fluid
1. Hood latch
Pull inside hood release handle,
hood pops up slightly; while
applying upward pressure on
hood, lift auxiliary latch handle
and raise hood
2. Radiator cap
Remove cap only when safe
and engine is cool
3. Air filter
4. Engine coolant reservoir
Level should be at fill line
indicator mark; remove cap only
when safe and engine is cool
WARNING: Never remove
coolant reserve tank cap
while engine is running or
hot; you could get burned
5. Clutch fluid reservoir
With cap on, check that fluid
level is at ridge in reservoir
body, use DOT 3 brake fluid
6. Fuse block
7. Battery
8. Windshield washer
reservoir
Fill with windshield washer
fluid, not water; use fluids
containing non-methanol
antifreeze agents only, they
will not damage paint, wiper
blades and washer system
9. Engine oil filler cap
Use SAE 5W-20 (2.3L, 3.0L)
5W-30 (4.0L) oil for all
temperatures; use only oils
displaying American
Petroleum Institute Certified
for Gasoline Engines
10. Brake fluid reservoir
Clean filler cap before
removing; use only DOT 3
fluid from a sealed container
If brake fluid level is low,
have vehicle inspected
by your closest
Mazda Dealer
NORMAL
SPECIAL
5,000 miles
15,000 miles
30,000 miles
45,000 miles
60,000 miles
75,000 miles
90,000 miles
100,000 miles
A
A B
A C
A B D
A C
A B
E F
G
H
I J
K L
*Denotes optional equipment
**Special operating conditions
