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
2003 Mazda
Mazda6
page 18
page 19
Revised October 30, 2002
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 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
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)*
ABS automatically reduces
hydraulic pressure to any wheel
on the verge of locking up
You may feel a slight pulsing of
the brake pedal and hear a
clicking noise; this tells you the
ABS is functioning properly;
increase pressure on pedal for
maximum braking
Tips: Maintain constant
pressure on the brake pedal
Do not pump the brakes
ABS self test*
A self-diagnostic test is performed
when starting; you may feel some
brake pedal pulsation and hear
some noise, this is normal
Traction Control System*
Automatically applies and releases
brakes to prevent excessive wheel
spin at all speeds, especially when
accelerating on slippery surfaces
Tire economy and tips
Check pressure regularly when tires
are cold, maintain correct front-
end alignment and tire balance;
rotate tires at the mileage shown
in the Maintenance Guide; see
Owner’s Manual for rotation chart
Tire pressure
P205/60R1691H, P215/50R1793V
Front/rear: 32psi cold
Tips: Correct tire pressure ensures
safe handling and ride comfort
If you experience pull/drift while
driving, possible causes may
be road crown, tire pressure,
or wheel alignment
The suspension is sport-tuned
with firmer ride for optimum
handling and response
Tire chains*
†
Tire chains can damage aluminum
wheels; use on steel wheels only
Tips: Use only SAE class “S”
chains, install only on front
tires; install as tightly as
possible and retighten
after driving 1/4 -1/2 miles;
chains may affect handling
Never exceed 30 mph with
tire chains
3.0-liter V6
2.3-liter 4-cylinder
*Denotes optional equipment
†
See Owner’s Manual
Unleaded
Gasoline
87-octane
minimum
18-gallon/
68.0-liter tank
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