1. Place the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the filler plug.

3. Remove the drain plug and drain the differential oil into a container.
4. Install a new washer and the drain plug, and tighten.
40—53 N·m {4.1—5.4 kgf·m, 30—39 ft·lbf}
5. Add the specified differential oil from the filler plug until the level reaches the brim of the plug hole.
Specified oil grade: API service GL-5
Specified oil viscosity: SAE 80W-90
Capacity (approx. quantity): 0.45 L {0.48 US qt, 0.40 Imp qt}
6. After filling with differential oil, perform oil level inspection.
7. Install a new washer and the drain plug, and tighten.
40—53 N·m {4.1—5.4 kgf·m, 30—39 ft·lbf}
Differential Oil Inspection
Differential Oil Temperature SensorHill Launch Assist (Hla)
Purpose/Function
The hill launch assist (HLA) is a function which assists the driver in accelerating
the vehicle on a slope by activating the traction control solenoid valve in
the DSC HU/CM when the vehicle begins accelerating on a slope, and maintaining/reducing
brake fluid pressur ...
Air Intake Control [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Purpose
The air intake control switches the air intake port (FRESH/REC) according
to the vehicle environment.
Function
The air intake control drives the air intake actuator and switches the air
intake door position according to the operations of the REC, FRESH and defroster ...
Money-Saving Suggestions
How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel.
Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs.
• Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
• Avoid fast starts.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance
sched ...