Keep reading for all the great details about the 2019 Mazda CX-5! If you’d like to learn more about the Mazda CX-5 dimensions and more, contact %%di_name%%.

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Can you believe the Mazda MX-5 Miata is 30 years old? It sure is a wild thought. It was just a few months ago that Mazda revealed the 2019 Mazda MX-5 Miata 30^th Anniversary Edition. It’s vivid Racing Orange paint scheme debuted at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show not too long ago as well. Keep reading for details.

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In a recent press release, Mazda let everyone know that the 2014-2018 Mazda3 was awarded the first-place honor for Best Used Car in the Compact Sedan/Hatchback category. Keep reading for all the great details!

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In a recent press release, Mazda gave us a fantastic update about the new Mazda Toyota Manufacturing plant. It is currently being built in Alabama. Keep reading to learn more! There are some pretty interesting facts inside.

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Every new Mazda model needs regular maintenance to run smoothly on %%target_city_1%% and %%target_city_2%% streets. Stay on top of your Mazda maintenance with the %%di_name%% service center! If you have any questions about the services your vehicle needs, contact %%di_name%% or consult your owner’s manual to get the specifics. If you’re ready to learn more about your model and the services it needs, take a look at the Mazda maintenance schedules of some common Mazda models.

Mazda3 Maintenance Schedule

These maintenance schedules differ based on the model and whether you set the “Oil Change” maintenance monitor to “Flexible” or “Fixed”. All that this setting changes is the frequency at which you should check certain elements.

• Normal Driving Conditions
  • Every Year: inspect your disc brakes
  • Every Two Years: inspect fuel lines/hoses, inspect brake lines/hoses/connections, inspect steering operation, inspect front and rear suspension, inspect driveshaft dust boost, and tighten the bolts and nuts in the chassis and body
  • Every Three Years: inspect the drive belts
  • Every Four Years: inspect the hoses and tubes for emission and exhaust system and heat shields
  • On a “Flexible” oil change monitor setting: replace oil when the wrench indicator is ON. At this time, you should also replace the air filter and cabin air filter. Max interval is 12 months / 10,000 miles
  • On a “Fixed” oil change monitor setting: replace the oil every 6 months, replace the air filter at 30 months and the cabin air filter every two years
  • Replace engine coolant at 120,000 miles / 10 years or 60,000 miles / 4 years depending on coolant type. After the first replacement, change at 60,000 miles / 5 years and 60,000 miles / 4 years, respectively.
  • Replace spark plugs at 75,000 miles and rotate tires at 5,000 miles

Mazda6 Maintenance Schedule

• Normal Driving Conditions
  • Follow the Mazda3 schedule for yearly, bi-yearly, and three year maintenance needs
  • Every Four Years: Inspect hoses and tubes for emission
  • Every Five Years: Inspect the exhaust system and heat shields
  • Replace air filter every three years
  • Replace engine oil and filter when wrench indicator light is ON. Max interval is 12 months / 7,500 miles
  • Replace engine coolant at 120,000 miles / 10 years, and at 60,000 miles / 5 years after the first replacement
  • Replace cabin air filter every two years
  • Replace spark plugs with SKYACTIV®-G 2.5 every 75,000 miles, and every 40,000 miles with SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T
  • Rotate tires every 7,500 miles
  • Inspect emergency flat tire repair kit annually if installed
  • If submerged in water, replace rear differential and transfer oil annually
  • Mazda CX-5 Maintenance Schedule
  • Follow the Mazda6 schedule, with few variations

• • Normal Driving Conditions

• Replace spark plugs with SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T every 40,000 miles, and every 75,000 miles on anything other than SKYACTIV®-G 2.5T

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Whether you’ve been keeping up on your vehicle’s maintenance schedule and it’s time for another appointment, you need to open the Mazda key fob, or you don’t know where to start, contact %%di_name%%, your local Mazda retailer, to set up your next service or to ask any questions. We also offer plenty of service specials to help you save. Learn more at %%di_name%% today!

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When you’re accustomed to being able to open your doors without a key or starting the engine to warm up the interior in the colder months, knowing how to change the Mazda key fob battery is important. When the time comes that the battery dies, you’ll want to know how to replace the CR2025 battery and %%di_name%% can help. If you’d rather one of our technicians take a look for you, or teach you how to change a battery in a Mazda key fob, visit the %%di_name%% service center.

How to Open Mazda Key Fob

Before you change the Mazda key fob battery, you need to know how to open the key fob itself. Here’s a quick guide below:

1. On the back of your key fob, there’s an auxiliary key button. Press that button to remove the metal auxiliary key.
2. When the metal key is out, you’ll see a slot on either side of the key casing.
3. Use a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver to carefully pry open the case. Gently start on one side and then move to the other side.

How to Change the Battery in a Mazda Key Fob

After you’ve opened your key fob, switching the Mazda key fob battery replacement is simple. Follow these steps on how to change the battery in a Mazda key fob below:

1. Remove the battery cap to fully expose the battery.
2. Remove the battery, taking with care with the small rubber ring it sits on. If this gets scratched, it’s important to replace this part before continuing.
3. If it’s still in good condition, keep the ring in place and put your new Mazda key fob battery replacement with the positive (+) side up, facing you.
4. Put the battery cover back on, then reattach both sides of the key fob, pressing down until you hear them click. Then replace the key, and you’ll be all set.

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Now that you know how to open a key fob, if you’re worried about changing your Mazda key fob battery yourself in %%target_city_3%% or you want to make sure it’s done correctly the first time, contact our service department in %%di_city%% with questions or to schedule an appointment. Our technicians are standing by to help you find Mazda key fob battery replacements at great prices! If you want to learn more about our new models, the used Mazda Miata, the Mazda CX-5 dimensions, or services, get in touch with %%di_name%%, your local Mazda retailer.

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For two years in a row, Kelley Blue Book recognized Mazda as the Top Performance Brand. Kelley Blue Book is a top vehicle evaluation and data source. Keep reading for all the great details about the 2019 Brand Image Awards!

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Just recently, the 2019 CX-5 was recognized by Good Housekeeping as a top-rated vehicle in the compact crossover SUV category for their edition of 2019 Best New Car Awards. Keep reading for the full story!

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If you are familiar with the Mazda brand, you already know that Mazda vehicles are designed with the driver in mind. Also, having a proactive approach to safety helps build a first-class driving experience, not to mention peace of mind. Mazda is quick to say that confident driving is better driving. The updates to the 2019 Mazda6 are no exception to Mazda’s promise to deliver its drivers advanced safety technologies. Keep reading for all the details!

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There is nothing scarier than riding down the highway and seeing one of your dashboard warning lights illuminate. It can be really terrifying when you have no idea what the light means, and then you assume the worst. Warning or indicator lights can definitely make drivers stress, but it can be a lot less anxiety-inducing if you have a rough idea of what each light means. If you have the right information about your Mazda dashboard warning lights, you can plan accordingly to alleviate whatever caused the light to turn on in the first place. At Beach Mazda in Myrtle Beach, SC, we always want you to be informed when it comes to your vehicle and your Mazda warning lights, so we have put together this handy guide to help you understand exactly what each warning light means. You can even print out this page and keep it in your glove compartment for quick reference. If you often find yourself asking “What do Mazda warning lights mean?”, we have just the answers for you.

Mazda Indicator Lights Guide

More About Mazda Lights

There are also going to be some lights that are less dire than others. Other lights, whether Mazda5 dashboard warning lights or Mazda3 dashboard lights, are going to be more concerning and require a bit more assistance. For instance:

• The seat belt unbuckled light can be turned off by simply buckling that seatbelt.
• The low fuel level light means you need to get to a gas station.
• The “check engine” light probably means you need to stop at a service center as soon as possible.
• You can also see some lights are color-coded, like the cruise control and coolant temp lights, and the different colors have different meanings for different situations.

When you look at the guide above, you can see the Mazda3 dashboard lights meaning, which lights will need extra assistance, and which lights are a quick fix so you will know exactly what to do when one of those lights come on. The above guide will help you understand each light a little better in the event one of the lights comes on while you are driving. There will be more detailed information about your Mazda warning lights in your vehicle owner’s manual.

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Whether you are driving a Mazda3, a Mazda CX-5, or you have 2007 Mazda CX-7 dashboard lights to worry about, we want you to be prepared in case one of the indicator lights comes on. We hope this guide will be a good quick reference for you in case one of those lights happens to turn on when you are headed down the road. As always, if you have any questions about your Mazda warning lights or if you need more information about any of our new Mazda vehicles in our inventory, you can always contact our friendly staff and we will be happy to help. If you find one of your warning lights is on and you need immediate assistance, you want to learn how to replace the Mazda key fob battery, open the Mazda key fob, or if you simply want to learn more about Mazda maintenance schedules, you can visit our service department in Myrtle Beach, SC and we will take care of the issue for you.

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