Black plate (186,1)
ENGINE COOLANT
CHECK
q
Checking the coolant level
WARNING
Do not allow the fluid to touch your
skin or eyes. If this happens, rinse the
affected areas immediately with plenty
of water and contact your doctor.
CAUTION
Make sure that the level is between the
MIN
and the
MAX
marks.
NOTE
Coolant expands when it is hot. The
level may therefore extend beyond the
MAX
mark.
If the level is at the
MIN
mark, top up
immediately.
q
Topping up
WARNING
l
Only top up when the engine is
cold. If the engine is hot, wait 10
minutes for the engine to cool
down.
l
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is running.
l
Do not remove the filler cap when
the engine is hot. Wait for the
engine to cool down.
l
Undiluted coolant is flammable and
may ignite if spilt on a hot exhaust.
CAUTION
l
In an emergency, you can add just
water to the cooling system to reach
a vehicle service station. Have the
system checked by a properly trained
technician as soon as possible.
l
Prolonged use of incorrect dilution
of the coolant can cause engine
damage from corrosion, overheating
or freezing.
Unscrew the cap
slowly
. Any pressure
will escape slowly as you unscrew the
cap.
CAUTION
Do not top up further than the
MAX
mark.
Top up with a 50/50 mixture of coolant
and water using fluid that meets the
Mazda specification. See
Technical
Specifications
(page 182).
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