Mazda CX-5 Owners Manual: Brake/Clutch Fluid
Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings. If it is excessively low, have the brake/clutch system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Adding Brake/Clutch Fluid
WARNING
Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine:
Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes, they could be seriously injured. If this happens, immediately flush your eyes with water and get medical attention.
Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire.
If the brake/clutch fluid level is low, have the brakes and clutch inspected:
Low brake/clutch fluid levels are dangerous. Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak. Your brakes could fail and cause an accident.
If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it reaches MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the area around the cap.
CAUTION
●Brake and clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces. If brake or clutch fluid does get on a painted surface, wash it off with water immediately.
● Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids will damage the systems. Mixing different fluids will also damage them.
If the brake/clutch system frequently requires new fluid, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Engine Coolant
Inspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT
WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, ...
Washer Fluid
InspectingWasher Fluid Level
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield,
it wil ...
Other materials:
Differential Oil Temperature Sensor
Purpose, Function
The differential oil temperature sensor detects the rear differential oil
temperature based on the resistance of the thermistor, and inputs it to the
AWD CM.
Construction
The differential oil temperature sensor is installed in the rear differential
carr ...
Shift Pressure Control (Line Pressure Control) [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Outline
The TCM drives the pressure control solenoid and adjusts the pressure based
on the accelerator pedal depression amount, vehicle speed, ATF temperature,
and gear shift signal. As a result, line pressure is controlled finely and with
high accuracy according to the engine load c ...
Power Steering
Power Steering
• Power steering is only operable when the
engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable,
you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort.
If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving or the steering
vibrate ...
