Mazda MX-5 Owner's Manual page 437

*3 If the vehicle is operated primarily under any of the following conditions, replace the engine oil and oil lter
more often than the recommended intervals.
a) Purpose of vehicle use is police car, taxi or driving school car.
b) Driving in dusty conditions
c) Extended periods of idling or low speed operation
d) Driving for long period in cold temperatures or driving regularly at short distance only
e) Driving in extremely hot conditions
f) Driving in mountainous conditions continually
*4 Use of FL-22 is recommended when replacing engine coolant. Using engine coolant other than FL-22 may
cause serious damage to the engine and cooling system.
*5 If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, clean and if necessary, replace the air lter more often
than the recommended intervals.
*6 Inspect the battery electrolyte level, speci c gravity and outer appearance. If the vehicle is operated in
extremely hot and cold areas, inspect the battery electrolyte level, speci c gravity and appearance every 10,000
km (6,250 miles) or 6 months. The sealed battery only requires an outer appearance inspection.
*7 If the brakes are used extensively (for example, continuous hard driving or mountain driving) or if the vehicle
is operated in extremely humid climates, replace the brake uid annually.
*8 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be replaced.
*9 The Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) initialization must be performed so that the system operates
normally (if equipped).
*10 Check the tyre repair uid expiration date every year when performing the periodic maintenance. Replace the
tyre repair uid bottle with new one before the expiration date.
Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
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