SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE

B3E000000013W01

Scheduled Maintenance Table

For Europe (L.H.D. U.K.)

Maintenance Item

Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

× 1000 km

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

× 1000 miles

12.5

25

37.5

50

62.5

75

87.5

100

112.5

ENGINE

Engine oil*1
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Engine oil filter*1
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Engine timing chain
Inspect every 240,000 km (150,000 miles)
Engine valve clearance
Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy, adjust
Drive belt*2
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I
Idle speed (Z6)
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I

COOLING SYSTEM

Cooling system
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
Engine coolant
Replace at first 100,000 km (62,500 miles) or 48 months; after that, every 24 months

FUEL SYSTEM

Air cleaner element*3
Z6
C
C
R
C
C
R
C
C
R
LF
 
 
R
 
 
R
 
 
R
Fuel lines and hoses
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
Evaporative system (if installed)
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I

IGNITION SYSTEM

Spark plugs
Replace every 120,000 km (75,000 miles)

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery electrolyte level and specific gravity
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I

CHASSIS & BODY

Brake lines, hoses and connections
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Brake fluid*4
 
R
 
R
 
R
 
R
 
Parking brake
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Disc brakes
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Steering operation and linkages
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
Front and rear suspension and ball joints
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses and connections
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Manual transaxle oil
 
 
 
 
R
 
 
 
 
Automatic transaxle fluid level
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I
Drive shaft dust boots
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
Body condition (for rust, corrosion and perforation)
Inspect annually
Exhaust system heat shields
Inspect every 80,000 km (50,000 miles) or 60 months
Tyres (including spare tyre) (with inflation pressure adjustment)
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM

Cabin air filter (If installed)
 
R
 
R
 
R
 
R
 

Chart symbols

I : Inspect: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.

R : Replace

C : Clean

Remarks

• The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control systems and to efficient engine operation.
All inspections and adjustments must be made by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Repairer.
• After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
• Refer below for a description of items marked* in the maintenance chart.
*1: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the engine oil and oil filter every 10,000 km {6,250 miles} or shorter.
a. Driving in dusty conditions.
b. Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
c. Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only.
*2: Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
*3: If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air cleaner element more often than the recommended intervals.
*4: If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle is operated in extremely humid climates, change the brake fluid annually.

For Israel

Maintenance Item

Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first)

Months

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

132

144

×1000 km

15

30

45

60

75

90

105

120

135

150

165

180

×1000 miles

9

18

27

36

45

54

63

75

81

90

99

108

ENGINE

Engine oil
*1
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Engine Oil filter
*1
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
Engine timing chain
Inspect every 240,000 km (150,000 miles)
Engine valve clearance
Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy, adjust
Drive belts
*2
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Idle speed (Z6)
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 

COOLING SYSTEM

Cooling system
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
Engine coolant
Replace at first 90,000 km (54,000miles) or 48 months; after that, every 24 months

FUEL SYSTEM

Air cleaner element
*3
C
C
C
R
C
C
C
R
C
C
C
R
Fuel filter
 
 
 
 
R
 
 
 
 
R
 
 
Fuel lines & hoses
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I

IGNITION SYSTEM

Spark plugs
Replace every 120,000 km (72,000 miles) or 36 months

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

Evaporative system (if installed)
 
 
 
I
 
 
 
I
 
 
 
I

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery electrolyte level and specific gravity
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
All electrical system
*4
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I

CHASSIS & BODY

Brake lines, hoses and connections
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Brake fluid
*5
I
R
I
R
I
R
I
R
I
R
I
R
Parking brake
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Power brake unit (brake booster) and hoses
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Disc brakes
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses, and connections
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
Steering operation and linkages
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
Automatic transaxle fluid level
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
 
I
Front and rear suspension and ball joints
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I
Drive shaft dust boots
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I
 
 
I
Exhaust system and heat shields
Inspect every 75,000km (45,000km)
Body condition (for rust, corrosion & perforation)
Inspect annually
Tyres (including spare tyre) (with inflation pressure adjustment)
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I
I

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM

Cabin air filter (if installed)
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R
R

Chart symbols

I : Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.

R : Replace

C : Clean

Remarks

Emission control and related systems

• The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control systems and to efficient engine operation.
All inspections and adjustments must be made by an expert repairer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Repairer.
• To ensure efficient operation of the engine and all systems related to emission control, the ignition and fuel systems must be serviced regularly. It is strongly recommended that all servicing related to these systems be done by an authorized Mazda Dealer.
• After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals.
• Refer below for a description of items marked* in the maintenance chart.
*1: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the engine oil and oil filter every 10,000km (6,250 miles) or shorter.
a. Driving in dusty conditions.
b. Extended periods of idling or low speed operation.
c. Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only.
*2: Also inspect and adjust the air conditioner drive belts, if installed.
*3: If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air cleaner element more often than the recommended intervals.
*4: This is a full function check of electrical systems such as lights, wiper and washer systems (including wiper blades), and power windows.
*5: If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle is operated in extremely humid climates, change the brake fluid annually.

Scheduled Maintenance Service (Specific Work Required)

For Europe (L.H.D. U.K.)

Maintenance Item

Specific Work Required

ENGINE

Engine valve clearance
Measure clearance.
Drive belts
Inspect for wear, cracks and fraying, and check tension.
Replace drive belt.
Engine timing belt
Replace engine timing belt.
Engine oil
Replace engine oil and inspect for leakage.
Oil filter
Replace oil filter and inspect for leakage.
Oil by-pass filter
Replace oil by-pass filter and inspect for leakage.

COOLING SYSTEM

Cooling system
(including coolant level adjustment)
Check coolant level and quality, and inspect for leakage.
Engine coolant
Replace coolant.

FUEL SYSTEM

Idle speed
Check engine idle rpm.
Idle mixture
(for CIS & carburetor leaded fuel)
Check the CO and HC concentrations (see W/M).
Choke system (for carburetor)
Check system operation.
Air cleaner element
Inspect for dirt, oil and damage.
Clean air cleaner element (by blowing air).
Replace air cleaner element.
Fuel filter
Replace fuel filter.
Fuel lines & hoses
Inspect for cracks, leakage and loose connection.

IGNITION SYSTEM (FOR GASOLINE)

Initial ignition timing
Check initial ignition timing.
Spark plugs
Inspect for wear, damage, carbon, high-tension lead condition and measure plug gap.
Replace spark plugs.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM (FOR GASOLINE)

Evaporative system
Check system operation (see W/M), vapor lines, vacuum fitting hoses and connection.
Throttle positioner system
Check the diaphragm and system operation, vacuum fitting hoses and connection.
Dash pot (for carburetor)
Check system operation.
E.G.R. system
Check system operation (see W/M), vacuum fitting hoses and connection.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Battery electrolyte level & specific gravity
Check level and specific gravity.
Battery condition
Check the battery for corroded or loose connections and cracks in the case (for maintenance free type).
All electrical system
Check function of lighting system, windshield wiper (including wiper blade condition) and washer and power windows.
Headlight alignment
Check headlight alignment

CHASSIS & BODY

Brake & clutch pedals
Check pedal height and free play.
Brake fluid
Check fluid level and inspect for leakage.
Replace brake fluid.
Clutch fluid
Check fluid level and inspect for leakage.
Brake lines, hoses & connections
Inspect for cracks, damage, chafing, corrosion, scars, swelling and fluid leakage.
Parking brake
Check lever stroke.
Power brake unit & hoses
Check vacuum lines, connections and check valve for improper attachment, air tightness, cracks chafing and deterioration.
Disc brakes
Test for judder and noise. Inspect caliper for correct operation and fluid leakage, brake pads for wear. Check disc plate condition and thickness.
Drum brakes
Test for judder and noise. Inspect brake drum for wear and scratches; brake lining for wear, peeling and cracks; and wheel cylinder for fluid leakage.
Manual steering gear oil
Check gear oil level.
Power steering fluid, lines, hoses & connections
Check fluid level and condition. Inspect for loose connection, routing, damage, and leaks.
Steering operation & linkages
Check steering wheel free play, hard steering, and operation noise. Check linkages, boots and ball joints condition. Check grease or gear oil.
Power steering fluid & lines
Check fluid level and lines for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
Power steering fluid
Check fluid level.
Power steering system & hoses
Check lines for improper attachment, leakage, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
Steering & front suspension
Check free play of steering system, inspect shock absorbers for correct damping force, oil leakage, damage and looseness, and inspect coil springs, arms, links and stabilizer for damage and looseness.
Steering operation & gear housing
Check that the steering wheel has the specified play. Be sure to check for changes, such as excessive play, hard steering or strange noises.
Check gear housing and boots for looseness, damage and grease/gear oil leakage.
Steering linkages tie rod ends & arms
Check ball joint, dust cover and other components for looseness, wear, damage and grease leakage.
Front & rear suspension ball joints
Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
Manual transmission/transaxle oil
Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace manual transmission/transaxle oil.
Automatic transaxle oil level
Check oil level.
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid level
Check fluid level.
Automatic transmission/transaxle fluid
Replace automatic transmission/transaxle fluid.
Front & rear differential oil
Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace front & rear differential oil.
Rear differential oil
Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace rear differential oil.
Transfer oil
Check oil level and inspect for leakage.
Replace transfer oil.
Upper arm shafts (for B-Series)
Lubricate the upper arm shafts for looseness or damage.
Front & rear wheel bearing grease
Remove wheel bearing and replace the grease.
Propeller shaft joints (with grease nipple)
Lubricate propeller shaft joints.
Drive shaft dust boots
Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
Wheel nuts
Tighten wheel nuts.
Bolts & nuts on chassis & body
Tighten bolts and nuts fastening suspension components, members and seat frames.
Bolts & nuts on seats
Move the seat back and forth and side to side to check for squeaking or rattling. If there is any squeaking or rattling, retorque bolts and nuts fastening seat frames.
Body condition
(for rust, corrosion & perforation)
Inspect body surface for paint damage, rust, corrosion and perforation.
Exhaust system heat shields
Inspect for damage, corrosion, looseness of connections and gas leakage.
Tires
(including spare tire)
(with inflation pressure adjustment)
Check air pressure and inspect tires for tread wear, damage and cracks; and wheels for damage and corrosion.
Flat tire repair kit
Check the tire repair fluid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the tire repair fluid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Hinges & catches
Lubricate hinges and catches of doors, trunk lid and hood.
Seat belts
Inspect seat belt webbing for scratches, tears and wear, and check anchor bolt tightness.
Rear suspension uni-ball & sliding rubber bushing (for RX-7)
Inspect for cracks, damage and looseness.
Underside of vehicle
Inspect underside of vehicle (floor pans, frames, fuel lines, around exhaust system, etc.) for damage and corrosion.
Road test
Check brake operation/clutch operation/steering control/operation of meters and gauges/squeaks, rattles or unusual noises/engine general performance/emergency locking retractors.

AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM

Refrigerant amount
Check refrigerant amount.
Compressor operation
Check compressor operation, and inspect for noise, oil leakage, cracks and refrigerant leakage.
Cabin air filter
Replace cabin air filter.

4WS SYSTEM

Front & rear power steering system & hoses
Check lines for improper attachment, leaks, cracks, damage, loose connections, chafing and deterioration.
4WS operation & linkages
Inspect for leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.
Rear wheel steering angle
Inspect for rear wheel steering angle.
Rear suspension outer ball joints
Inspect for grease leakage, cracks, damage and looseness.