Maintenance and specifications – Mazda 4WD User Manual

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WARNING: Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the
eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Seek
medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink
water and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.

1. Clean the reservoir cap before

removal to prevent dirt and
water from entering the
reservoir.

2. Remove cap and rubber

diaphragm from reservoir.

3. Add fluid until the level reaches

the step in the reservoir.

4. Reinstall rubber diaphragm and

cap onto reservoir.

TRANSMISSION FLUID

Checking automatic transmission fluid

• Refer to service maintenance section for scheduled check and

change intervals.

• Transmission does not consume fluid.
• Check fluid when transmission is not operating properly or if you see

a leak.

• Fluid level must be checked at normal operating temperature, 20 miles

(30 km) of driving.

To check and add fluid:

1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) to reach normal operating

temperatures.

2. If driven in hot weather, city traffic, pulling a trailer, allow

transmission to cool for 30 minutes before checking.

3. Engage parking brake, start engine.

4. Put your foot on the brake pedal and move the gearshift lever slowly

through all of the gear ranges.

5. Shift to P (Park) and leave the engine running.

6. Remove the dipstick, wipe clean with a dry lint free rag.

7. Install and fully seat the dipstick into the filler tube.

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