
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
2004 Mazda
Mazda6
page 22
page 23
1. Engine oil filler cap
SAE 5W-20
2. Automatic transmission
fluid dipstick*
Check with engine on at
operating temperature; fluid
level should be within cross-
hatched area/between top two
notches on dipstick
3. Brake/Clutch* fluid reservoir
Fill to MAX mark with DOT 3
fluid; check with cap on
4. Battery
5. Fuse block
6. Air filter
7. Hood support rod
8. Hood latch
Push hood latch to the left,
open hood
9. Engine coolant reservoir
Level should be between
F
and
L
lines when cold
WARNING: Never remove
coolant reserve tank cap
while engine is running or
hot; you could get burned
10. Engine oil dipstick
Check with engine off after
approximately 5 minutes and
at operating temperature; fluid
level should be between
F
and
L
marks on dipstick
11. Power steering fluid
reservoir
Check with engine off and at
normal temperature; fill to
MAX mark
12. Windshield washer reservoir
Fill with windshield washer fluid
Break-in period
First 600 miles:
Drive at varying road and engine
speeds; avoid full throttle, rapid
acceleration or kick-down of
transmission
Do not use special “break-in” oils
Unique driving
conditions
†
Every 5,000 miles change
oil/filter, inspect coolant level,
lights, brake/clutch fluid,
tire pressure/wear, power
steering fluid, locks/hinges
and washer fluid
Normal maintenance
notes
Rotate tires every 7,500 miles or
sooner if needed; replace cabin air
filter every 25,000 miles or 24 months
A.
Change: Engine oil/replace filter
Lube: Locks and hinges
B.
Inspect: Disc brakes
C.
Inspect: Drive belts, fuel lines
and hoses, brake lines and
hoses, steering operation and
linkages, front suspension ball
joints, driveshaft dust boots,
chassis and body bolts, exhaust
system, heat shields and
cooling system
D.
Inspect: Drive belts (2.3 liter)
Replace: Air filter
E.
Inspect: Hoses and tubes for
emission system
F.
Replace: Spark plugs
G.
Replace: Engine coolant
3.0-liter V6
2.3-liter 4-cylinder
*Denotes optional equipment
†
See Owner’s Manual
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