Mazda 3 Facelift 2006 Training Manual page 10

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Refer below for a description of items marked * in the maintenance chart:
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*1: Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if
installed.
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*2: Verify the spark plug type from the installed spark plugs. Refer to specifications.
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*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.
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*4: Replacement of the timing belt is required every 240,000 km {150,000 miles} or
10 years. Failure to replace the timing belt may result in a major damage to the
engine.
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*5: If the vehicle is operated under hard conditions (dusty road, extended periods of
idling or low speed operation, cold temperature or driving short distances), change
the engine oil and oil filter every 10,000 km {6,250 miles} or less.
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*6: When replacing the coolant on vehicles with the inscription "FL22" on the radiator
cap itself or the surrounding area, use only coolant of this type.
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*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, change
the brake fluid annually.
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