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Factory Scheduled Maintenance

Here is the factory scheduled maintenance list, the list from Mazda. This is provided for convinence, however most experts in the community will object to anyone following this schedule, since it misses many critical components and has too long of an interval on most of the rest. Please see the Critical Scheduled Maintenance article for further information about what is really recommended. The official PDFs are available for each model year in the Manuals section.
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If no schedule is noted, then the interval is the same for both schedules. Schedule1 is the normal, schedule2 is what is more commonly referred to as the 'severe' schedule.
  • Engine
    • Engine Oil
      • Replace, Schedule1: 6 months | 12,000 kms | 7,500 miles
      • Replace, Schedule2: 4 months | 8,000 kms | 5,000 miles
        Puerto Rico note: 3 months | 5,000 kilometers | 3,000 miles
    • Engine Oil Filter
      • Replace, Schedule1: 6 months | 12,000 kms | 7,500 miles
      • Replace, Schedule2: 4 months | 8,000 kms | 5,000 miles
    • Drive Belt
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
  • Air Cleaner
    • Air Filter
      • Clean: 12 months | 24,000 kms | 15,000 miles
      • Replace, Schedule1: 30 months | 60,000 kms | 37,500 miles
      • Replace, Schedule2: 28 months | 56,000 kms | 35,000 miles
  • Ignition System
    • Spark Plugs
      • Replace, Schedule1: 30 months | 60,000 kms | 37,500 miles
      • Replace, Schedule2: 28 months | 56,000 kms | 35,000 miles
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel Filter
      • Replace: 100,000 miles. No time interval specified
    • Fuel lines, hoses, and connections
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
  • Cooling System
    • Cooling System
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Engine Coolant
      • Replace: 48 months | 96,000 kms | 60,000 miles + every 24 months after.
  • Chassis and Body
    • Brake line, hoses and connection
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Brake Fluid
      • Replace: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Disk brakes
      • Inspect: 12 months | 24,000 kms | 15,000 miles
    • Steering operation and linkages
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Front and rear suspension and ball joints
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Manual transmission oil
      • Replace: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Rear differential oil
      • Replace: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Driveshaft dust boots
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Bolts and nut on seats
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • Exhaust system heat shields
      • Inspect: 24 months | 48,000 kms | 30,000 miles
    • All locks and hinges
      • Lubricate, Schedule1: 6 months | 12,000 kms | 7,500 miles
      • Lubricate, Schedule2: 4 months | 8,000 kms | 5,000 miles
    • Flat tire repair kit
      • Inspect: 12 months
  • Air Conditioner System
    • Cabin Air Filter
      • Replace: 24 months | 40,000 kms | 25,000 miles

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  • Home
    • About Me
    • Source Threads
    • Special Thanks
    • Mailing List
    • Site Updates >
      • Under Construction
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  • Potential Owners
    • Before You Buy >
      • The Engine Failure Story
      • Designed to Burn Oil
      • The Flooding Myth
      • Engine Core Warranty
      • Right for Me?
      • Mandatory Compression Test
      • Pre-Purchase Inspection
    • Production Variants >
      • Trims and Packages
      • Colors
      • Engines
      • Transmissions
      • Series Differences
    • Understanding >
      • It's Not a Piston Engine
      • Common Issues
      • Cold Weather
      • Gas Mileage
      • How Much Horsepower?
  • Current Owners
    • Maintenance >
      • Ignition Health
      • Critical Cooling
      • Critical Scheduled Maintenance
      • Factory Scheduled Maintenance
      • Making Your Engine Last
      • Which Oil to Use
      • Used Oil Analysis
      • Premix
      • Starting Up
      • Driving Habits
      • Shutting Down
      • Obtaining Warranty Coverage
    • Troubleshooting >
      • Check Engine Light
      • Flashing Check Engine Light
      • Solving Misfires
      • Resetting the ECU
      • Tools to Have
      • Mazda Technical Data
    • Documentation >
      • Specifications Data
      • Drive Cycles
      • Service Information
      • Recalls
      • Technical Service Bulletins
      • Special Service Programs
      • Dealer Tips and Training
      • Sample Part Diagram
    • Aftermarket Modifications >
      • Naturally Aspirated Power
      • Forced Induction
      • Engine Swaps
      • Suspension and Handling
      • Engine Cooling
      • Engine Oiling
      • Ignition
      • Gas Mileage
      • Drivetrain
      • Appearance and Body Kits
      • Interior and Electronics