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 SensorHood Latch Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front bumper..
3. Disconnect the hood latch switch connector..
4. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
NOTE:
Inspect the continuity when the hood is open and closed.
If the operation as i ...
Clock Spring Removal/Installation [Standard Deployment Control System]
CAUTION:
If the disc on the combination switch is deformed or has foreign material
adhering to it, performance of the steering angle sensor may be reduced, causing
abnormal operation. When handling the clock spring, be careful not to deform
the disc and make sure there is no foreign ...
Towing
Trailer Towing (U.S.A. and Canada)
Your Mazda was designed and built primarily to carry passengers and cargo.
If you tow a trailer, follow these instructions because driver and passenger
safety depends on proper equipment and safe driving habits. Towing a trailer will
affect handling, braking, ...