2002 Mazda 626 Owner's Manual - Page 191

J94S.book Page 15 Saturday, June 23, 2001 1:04 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 5. Fill the radiator (to the top of the filler neck) and then the coolant reservoir (to F) with as much ethylene-glycol-based coolant and water as necessary to provide protection from freezing and corrosion. In extremely cold climates, add the amount recommended by the coolant manufacturer. 6. Reinstall the cooling system cap. 7. Run the engine at idle for about 10 minutes. 8. Then do this: • Run the engine at 2,500 rpm for about 5 minutes. • Increase the engine speed to 3,000 rpm for about 5 seconds and then release the accelerator. • Do this 4 or 5 times. • Make sure the engine temperature gauge does not reach the HOT zone. After turning off the engine, inspect the drain plug and the water hoses for leaks. 9. After the engine has cooled, remove the cooling system cap and inspect the coolant level. If it's low, repeat steps 5 to 8. Because this procedure requires technical expertise, we recommend that it be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE Brake/Clutch Fluid M Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept at MAX. The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings. If it is excessively low, have the brake/clutch system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Mixing green coolant with orange coolant could decrease the service life expectancy of the coolant. Use only genuine Mazda orange colored or equivalent coolant. 8-15 Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G