Target Audience:
Do-it-yourselfers, experienced mechanics, and automotive enthusiasts.
Value Proposition:
Provides factory-level repair information at a fraction of the cost of professional labor, empowering owners to maintain and repair their vehicle.
Diagnostic Tools:
Includes troubleshooting sections and detailed wiring diagrams for electrical system diagnostics.
Visual Aids:
Features hundreds of photos, illustrations, exploded views, and detailed diagrams.
Usability:
Easy-to-read text, numbered instructions, bold figure numbers, and a numbered table of contents for quick information retrieval.
Engine Mechanical:
Complete disassembly, assembly, inspection, and repair of the MZR DISI Turbo engine.
Engine Controls:
ECU, sensors, actuators, fuel injection, ignition timing, and emission control systems.
Transmission:
Manual transmission (MS-Type) repair, overhaul, and maintenance.
Driveline:
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, differentials, axles, and driveshafts.
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, geometry, alignment procedures, and shock absorber/spring replacement.
Brakes:
Hydraulic brake system, ABS, EBD, brake caliper, rotor, pad replacement, and bleeding procedures.
Steering:
Power steering system, steering rack, column, and related components.
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, hoses, and fan system.
Fuel System:
Fuel pump, injectors, fuel lines, pressure regulator, and EVAP system.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust manifold, catalytic converter, mufflers, and pipe replacement.
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system, starting system, lighting, instrumentation, and various control modules.
HVAC:
Air conditioning, heating, ventilation, blower motor, compressor, and climate control panel.
Body Interior Exterior:
Body panels, doors, windows, trim, seats, and interior components.
Emission Controls:
Catalytic converter, oxygen sensors, EGR system, and evaporative emission control system diagnosis and repair.
Instrumentation Warning Systems:
Gauge clusters, warning lights, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and sensor diagnostics.
Ignition System:
Ignition coils, spark plugs, and related control systems.
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, fluid changes, filter replacements, inspections.
Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic procedures, common fault diagnosis, and troubleshooting trees for various systems.
Repair:
Step-by-step repair instructions for virtually all components and systems.
Disassembly Assembly:
Detailed procedures for complete disassembly and reassembly of major components and the entire vehicle.
Tune Up:
Detailed tune-up procedures, including spark plug replacement, air filter replacement, and diagnostic checks.
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds, including detailed electrical diagnostics.
Wiring Diagrams:
Extensive and detailed wiring diagrams for all electrical systems, crucial for diagnosis.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 5,000 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for exact recommendation based on driving conditions).
Timing Belt Replacement:
Timing chain (no scheduled replacement interval, but inspection for wear is advised).
Engine Oil Type:
API SN or SP, ILSAC GF-5 or GF-6, SAE 5W-30 (or as specified in manual).
Coolant Type:
Mazda FL22 Long Life Antifreeze/Coolant (Green) or equivalent ethylene glycol based coolant.
Transmission Fluid Type:
Mazda GL-5 75W-90 Synthetic Gear Oil (for manual transmission).
Transfer Case Fluid Type:
API GL-5 75W-90 Gear Oil (refer to manual for specific Mazda designation).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Turbo Charger Wear:
Potential for turbocharger seal wear or bearing failure, especially with inadequate oil changes or sustained high heat.
Engine Carbon Buildup:
Direct injection engines can be prone to carbon buildup on intake valves, requiring periodic cleaning.
Clutch Wear:
Performance-oriented nature can lead to accelerated clutch wear with aggressive driving.
Fuel Injector Clogging:
Direct injection systems can be sensitive to fuel quality, leading to injector clogging.
