Owner's Manual
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...of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off the ground, such as larger tires and increased ground ...on a poor traction surface. These special design features, such as when changing a tire. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other than a person wearing a ...
...of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel off the ground, such as larger tires and increased ground ...on a poor traction surface. These special design features, such as when changing a tire. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other than a person wearing a ...
Owner's Manual
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...case. 4WD can be engaged, the vehicle must be no reason for increased traction. 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) - Power to front and rear axles at low speeds. 165 If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle is LOW started . Driving ...FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your Mazda dealer as soon as possible. • 4WD -momentarily illuminates when the vehicle is normal and should be brought to a complete stop, the brake pedal...
...case. 4WD can be engaged, the vehicle must be no reason for increased traction. 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) - Power to front and rear axles at low speeds. 165 If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle is LOW started . Driving ...FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your Mazda dealer as soon as possible. • 4WD -momentarily illuminates when the vehicle is normal and should be brought to a complete stop, the brake pedal...
Owner's Manual
Page 168
... out by moving your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is not at over sand, try the brakes. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in the area. For more than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at...
... out by moving your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is not at over sand, try the brakes. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in the area. For more than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at...
Owner's Manual
Page 169
... Shift to resume speeds over the crest. Allow more than usual. Consider using one of the vehicle. Resume speed with accelerator pedal. The rear axle does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of the lower gears. 169 When braking, apply the brakes as you are carrying a ... Know the conditions on snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any time the axle has been submerged in a lower gear rather than downshifting to operate properly, keep steady pressure on snow and ice. When descending a steep hill...
... Shift to resume speeds over the crest. Allow more than usual. Consider using one of the vehicle. Resume speed with accelerator pedal. The rear axle does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of the lower gears. 169 When braking, apply the brakes as you are carrying a ... Know the conditions on snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any time the axle has been submerged in a lower gear rather than downshifting to operate properly, keep steady pressure on snow and ice. When descending a steep hill...
Owner's Manual
Page 170
... weight of towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer 170 Once through standing water, especially if the depth is specific to each axle system. Have the fluid checked and, if water is not a limit or a specification. • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): Maximum permissible ... The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each vehicle and is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for cars). Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not ...
... weight of towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer 170 Once through standing water, especially if the depth is specific to each axle system. Have the fluid checked and, if water is not a limit or a specification. • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): Maximum permissible ... The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each vehicle and is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for cars). Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not ...
Owner's Manual
Page 171
...higher limit than the originals because they may be added to these limitations be exceeded. Under no circumstance should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity (FARC). Remember to tow. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals do not increase the GVWR and...fall within the weight limitations that ranges from the GCWR for each engine/transmission combination, any additional equipment, refer to the front axle reserve capacity provided you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to tow. The Safety ...
...higher limit than the originals because they may be added to these limitations be exceeded. Under no circumstance should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity (FARC). Remember to tow. Replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals do not increase the GVWR and...fall within the weight limitations that ranges from the GCWR for each engine/transmission combination, any additional equipment, refer to the front axle reserve capacity provided you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to tow. The Safety ...
Owner's Manual
Page 172
...the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can carry/tow 1. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Driving Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING: For important information regarding safe ... to drive your vehicle section in the Trailer Towing section) to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for your engine and rear...
...the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can carry/tow 1. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on your vehicle's engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires and suspension. Driving Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING: For important information regarding safe ... to drive your vehicle section in the Trailer Towing section) to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio. 2. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for your engine and rear...
Owner's Manual
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... designed for your particular vehicle, see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter. Engine 173 Maximum trailer weight is shown. Driving Engine 4x2 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - For definition of vehicle All 2,722 (6,000) 1,161 (2,560) 4.64 (50) 2.3L 3.0L Dual Sport Cab Plus All 2,722 (6,000... completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). 4x4 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR -
... designed for your particular vehicle, see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter. Engine 173 Maximum trailer weight is shown. Driving Engine 4x2 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - For definition of vehicle All 2,722 (6,000) 1,161 (2,560) 4.64 (50) 2.3L 3.0L Dual Sport Cab Plus All 2,722 (6,000... completed towing vehicle (including hitch, passengers and cargo) and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). 4x4 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR -
Owner's Manual
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... For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter. Maximum trailer weight is shown. Engine 4x2 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - For definition of vehicle All 3,402 (7,500) 1,823 (4,020) 4.64 (50) 2.3L 3.0L Dual Sport Cab Plus All 3,402 (7,500...
... For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter. Maximum trailer weight is shown. Engine 4x2 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - For definition of vehicle All 3,402 (7,500) 1,823 (4,020) 4.64 (50) 2.3L 3.0L Dual Sport Cab Plus All 3,402 (7,500...
Owner's Manual
Page 175
...and make sure it is shown. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of terms used in this table, see Calculating the load earlier in this chapter. Hitches For towing ...WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. See your vehicle. Driving 4x4 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - Use a frame-mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 907 kg (2,000 lb). 175 Maximum trailer...
...and make sure it is shown. WARNING: Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of terms used in this table, see Calculating the load earlier in this chapter. Hitches For towing ...WARNING: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. See your vehicle. Driving 4x4 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - Use a frame-mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 907 kg (2,000 lb). 175 Maximum trailer...
Owner's Manual
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... hitch. Follow the towing instructions of having a collision greatly increase. Make sure your chances of a reputable rental agency. Do not attach safety chains to the axle. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your trailer lamps conform to you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency...
... hitch. Follow the towing instructions of having a collision greatly increase. Make sure your chances of a reputable rental agency. Do not attach safety chains to the axle. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your trailer lamps conform to you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency...
Owner's Manual
Page 179
...reliability. RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these limits may allow waves to the trailer after market manufacturer of the rear bumper. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in the ignition to be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. In addition, it is recommended that your ...; do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the towing apparatus if one has been installed. 179 Rear axle lubricant quantities are designed to ensure that you have your vehicle towed: • Release the parking brake. • Move the gearshift to ...
...reliability. RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these limits may allow waves to the trailer after market manufacturer of the rear bumper. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in the ignition to be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. In addition, it is recommended that your ...; do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the towing apparatus if one has been installed. 179 Rear axle lubricant quantities are designed to ensure that you have your vehicle towed: • Release the parking brake. • Move the gearshift to ...
Owner's Manual
Page 226
... wheel lug nuts have been loosened. 2. Refer to vehicle emission control information label for damage and operation) Ball joints (4x2) Transfer case fluid (4x4) Rear axle lubricant Accessory drive belts Fuel filter Steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and driveshaft I I I I I I R I I I I L L I L... I L L I L I I/L I/L I/L I/L Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) Does not require replacement unless rear axle submerged in water R I R I *5 I I Remarks: For * marked items in water. 3. Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) unless submerged in this maintenance...
... wheel lug nuts have been loosened. 2. Refer to vehicle emission control information label for damage and operation) Ball joints (4x2) Transfer case fluid (4x4) Rear axle lubricant Accessory drive belts Fuel filter Steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and driveshaft I I I I I I R I I I I L L I L... I L L I L I I/L I/L I/L I/L Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) Does not require replacement unless rear axle submerged in water R I R I *5 I I Remarks: For * marked items in water. 3. Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) unless submerged in this maintenance...
Owner's Manual
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... in this maintenance chart, please pay attention to vehicle emission control information label for damage and operation) Ball joints (4x2) Transfer case fluid (4x4) Rear axle lubricant Accessory drive belts Fuel filter *5 Steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and driveshaft I I R I I L L I L I I I L L I L I I/L I/L I/L I/L Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) Does not require replacement...
... in this maintenance chart, please pay attention to vehicle emission control information label for damage and operation) Ball joints (4x2) Transfer case fluid (4x4) Rear axle lubricant Accessory drive belts Fuel filter *5 Steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and driveshaft I I R I I L L I L I I I L L I L I I/L I/L I/L I/L Replace every 150,000 miles (240,000 km) Does not require replacement...
Owner's Manual
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...73.8L (19.5 gallons) 1.2L (1.25 quarts) 1.7L (3.6 pints) Mazda 4x4 Vehicles MERCON ATF Mazda SAE 4x4 Vehicles 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Mazda SAE All 2.4-2.5L (5.0-5.3 Rear axle 80W-90 pints) lubricant5 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Windshield Ultra-Clear All 2.6L (2.75 washer fluid Windshield quarts) Washer Concentrate... equipped with the vehicle on the dipstick's normal operating range. 4 Use Mazda Premium Engine Coolant (green in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 274 Transfer Case Fluid Front axle lubricant Refer to the bottom of transmission fluid and fluid level should be ...
...73.8L (19.5 gallons) 1.2L (1.25 quarts) 1.7L (3.6 pints) Mazda 4x4 Vehicles MERCON ATF Mazda SAE 4x4 Vehicles 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Mazda SAE All 2.4-2.5L (5.0-5.3 Rear axle 80W-90 pints) lubricant5 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Windshield Ultra-Clear All 2.6L (2.75 washer fluid Windshield quarts) Washer Concentrate... equipped with the vehicle on the dipstick's normal operating range. 4 Use Mazda Premium Engine Coolant (green in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 274 Transfer Case Fluid Front axle lubricant Refer to the bottom of transmission fluid and fluid level should be ...
Owner's Manual
Page 275
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of rear axle lubricant. Maintenance and Specifications 5 Traction-Lok axles use 2.2-2.4L (4.75-5.0 pints) of Traction-Lok axles. Power steering fluid, transfer case MERCON ATF fluid (4X4) and transmission fluid (manual) Automatic...V6 engines Engine oil 4.0L V6 engines Mazda part name or equivalent SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant1 High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Lubricant Mazda Premium Engine Coolant SAE 5W-20 Premium ...
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of rear axle lubricant. Maintenance and Specifications 5 Traction-Lok axles use 2.2-2.4L (4.75-5.0 pints) of Traction-Lok axles. Power steering fluid, transfer case MERCON ATF fluid (4X4) and transmission fluid (manual) Automatic...V6 engines Engine oil 4.0L V6 engines Mazda part name or equivalent SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant1 High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Lubricant Mazda Premium Engine Coolant SAE 5W-20 Premium ...
Owner's Manual
Page 276
... (58.5) 1 455 (57.3) 276 Transmission fluid requirements are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Rear Regular Cab mm (in) 4 763 (187.5) 1 785 (70.3) 1 575 (62.0) / 1 655 (65.2) 2 831 (111.4) 1 486 (58.5) 1 455 (57.3) SuperCab mm...
... (58.5) 1 455 (57.3) 276 Transmission fluid requirements are not interchangeable. Maintenance and Specifications Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Rear Regular Cab mm (in) 4 763 (187.5) 1 785 (70.3) 1 575 (62.0) / 1 655 (65.2) 2 831 (111.4) 1 486 (58.5) 1 455 (57.3) SuperCab mm...
Owner's Manual
Page 280
... Automatic transmission ...158 driving an automatic overdrive ...159 fluid, adding ...263 fluid, checking ...263 fluid, refill capacities ...272 fluid, specification ...276 Auxiliary power point ...84 Axle lubricant specifications ..275-276 refill capacities ...272 traction lok ...157 B Battery ...243 280 acid, treating emergencies ...243 charging system warning light ...15 jumping a disabled battery...
... Automatic transmission ...158 driving an automatic overdrive ...159 fluid, adding ...263 fluid, checking ...263 fluid, refill capacities ...272 fluid, specification ...276 Auxiliary power point ...84 Axle lubricant specifications ..275-276 refill capacities ...272 traction lok ...157 B Battery ...243 280 acid, treating emergencies ...243 charging system warning light ...15 jumping a disabled battery...
Owner's Manual
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... ...19 engine coolant temperature gauge ...18 engine oil pressure gauge ...19 fuel gauge ...19 odometer ...20 speedometer ...20 tachometer ...20 trip odometer ...20 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...170 calculating ...172 definition ...170 driving with a heavy load ...170 location ...170 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...170 calculating ...170, 172 definition ...170...
... ...19 engine coolant temperature gauge ...18 engine oil pressure gauge ...19 fuel gauge ...19 odometer ...20 speedometer ...20 tachometer ...20 trip odometer ...20 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...170 calculating ...172 definition ...170 driving with a heavy load ...170 location ...170 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ...170 calculating ...170, 172 definition ...170...
Owner's Manual
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... door ajar ...16 fuel cap light ...15 high beam ...16 overdrive off ...16 safety belt ...14 speed control ...93 turn signal indicator ...16 Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ...157 Load limits ...170 GAWR ...170 GVWR ...170 trailer towing ...170 Loading instructions ...172 Lubricant specifications ...275-276 Lumbar support, seats ...106...
... door ajar ...16 fuel cap light ...15 high beam ...16 overdrive off ...16 safety belt ...14 speed control ...93 turn signal indicator ...16 Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ...157 Load limits ...170 GAWR ...170 GVWR ...170 trailer towing ...170 Loading instructions ...172 Lubricant specifications ...275-276 Lumbar support, seats ...106...