Mazda CX-5 Service & Repair Manual: Differential Oil Replacement
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.
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Tightening torque
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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.
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Rear differential oil
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Specified oil grade: API service GL-5
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Specified oil viscosity: SAE 80W-90
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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.
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Tightening torque
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40—53 N·m {4.1—5.4 kgf·m, 30—39 ft·lbf}
Differential Oil Inspection
1. Place the vehicle on level ground.
2. Remove the filler plug and washer.
3. Verify that the oil is at the brim of the filler plug hole.
4. If it is low, add the specified oil.
5. Instal ...
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.
Const ...
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Front Seat Side Cover Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling a side air bag improperly can accidentally operate (deploy) the
air bag, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings in the Workshop
Manual before handling the front seat (side air bag integrated)..
If the sliding mechanisms on both sides are ...
Electrical System
Electrical Parts
Battery cable
Before disconnecting connectors or removing electrical parts, disconnect
the negative battery cable.
Wiring Harness
To remove the wiring harness from the clip in the engine room, pry up the
hook of the clip using a flathead screwdriver. ...
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 will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
Using Washer Fluid ...
