Mazda 2005 B2300 Truck - Manual (Page 246)

Item Mazda part name or equivalent
Automatic transmission (5R44E
and 5R55E) MERCON
௡V ATF 2
Windshield washer fluid
Ultra-clear Windshield Washer
Concentrate
1 Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. If submerged in
water, the rear axle lubricant should be changed.
2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON
௡ and MERCON௡ V are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON
௡ and MERCON௡ V. Refer to your Service Maintenance
Section to determine the correct service interval.
3 Do not mix different types or colors of engine coolant.
4 Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake
components are replaced. Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not
trigger the brake warning light are within the normal operating range,
there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal
operating range, the performance of your brake system could be
compromised, seek service from your local Mazda dealer immediately.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch
(1.25–1.35mm) 0.042–0.046 inch
(1.07–1.17mm) 0.052–0.054 inch
(1.32–1.42mm)
Ignition system EDIS EDIS EDIS
Compression
ratio 9.7:1 9.14:1 9.7:1
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2005 Mazda B Series (mbs), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),
Market: USA_English (fus)
Maintenance and Specifications
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