Mazda Mazda2_8BL3-EA-10E_Edition3 Automatic transaxle Fluid ATFí, QAdding Brake/Clutch Fluid

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

qAdding 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

ØBrake and clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces. If brake or clutch fluid does get on a painted surface, wash it off with water immediately.

ØUsing nonspecified brake and clutch fluids (page 10-4) 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.

Automatic transaxle Fluid (ATF)í

qInspecting Automatic transaxle Fluid Level

The automatic transaxle fluid level should be inspected regularly. Measure it as described below.

The volume of fluid changes with temperature. Fluid must be checked while idling the engine without driving at normal operating temperature.

CAUTION

ØLow fluid level causes transaxle slippage. Overfilling can cause foaming, loss of fluid, and transaxle malfunction.

ØUse specified fluid (page 10-4). A nonspecified fluid could result in transaxle malfunction and failure.

1.Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly.

2.Start the engine and depress the brake pedal.

3.Move the shift lever through all ranges and set it at P.

WARNING

Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever:

Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident.

4.With the engine still idling, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back.

8-16íSome models.