Power Steering Fluid; Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Atf) (Mzr 2.0) - Mazda Mazda5 Owner's Manual

Power Steering Fluid

qInspecting Power Steering Fluid
Level
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the power steering
pump, do not operate the vehicle for
long periods when the power steering
fluid level is low.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at
each engine oil change with the engine off
and cold.
The level must be kept between MIN and
MAX.
Visually examine the lines and hoses for
leaks and damage.
If the fluid decreases significantly or the
fluid level is around MIN or lower than
MIN, consult an expert repairer, we
recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer to have the vehicle inspected.
Owner Maintenance
Automatic Transaxle Fluid
(ATF) (MZR 2.0)
qInspecting Automatic Transaxle
Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should
be inspected regularly. Measure it as
described below.
CAUTION
Always check the automatic transaxle
fluid level according to the following
procedure. If the procedure is not done
correctly, the automatic transaxle fluid
level cannot be measured accurately
which could lead to automatic transaxle
damage.
1. Park on a level surface and set the
parking brake firmly.
2. Make sure there is no ATF leakage
from the ATF hose or the housing.
3. Shift the shift lever to the park position
(P), start the engine and warm it up.
CAUTION
Do not shift the shift lever while the
engine is warming up. If the ATF level
is extremely low, the automatic
transaxle could be damaged.
4. While the engine is still idling, pull out
the dipstick and wipe it clean, and then
reinsert it.
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