Thanks for the comments. A lot of people criticized me for not changing the filter as well, but I explained that I will at the recommended time interval. Thanks for watching.
Very helpful video! I own a 2021 mazda cx3 CVT. I wanted to be sure I had a good understanding of where the filler and drain bolts were located. Thank you!!
thanks for the video It would be good to show the old fluid even running a finger through it so we can get an idea roughly what the fluid looks like at various mileage intervals
Good point. I didn't think of that at the time. I was surprised at how dark the fluid was for how little the mileage was. Thanks for the tip, I will use that suggestion on my next fluid change video coming soon. Thanks for watching.
I've been using the Aisin MFZ fluid which is formulated specifically for Mazda FZ applications, it's about half the price the stealerships want for the Mazda FZ and there is no difference in performance. It's about $10 a quart at Rock Auto. On my 2014 CX-5 I can just slip my arm down to the dipstick without removing anything.
I'm glad to hear that there is an affordable alternative to the Mazda branded atf. As I mentioned in the video this vehicle is still under factory warranty, so it was recommended for me to use the original fluid. Next time though. The Cx3 has very limited space between the radiator and the air box, and it gave me a chance to fully clean this system. Thanks for the great tip, and thanks for watching.
Hello I'm also going to start an oil change of my CX3. I didn't notice if there is a gasket to change on the drain plug. Can you enlighten me on this point? Congratulations for your videos, they are very informative.
Thanks for the nice comments. I always change the drain plug seal...pick them up when I get the filters from the dealership. I've been told that it is not necessary every time as long as the seal is in good shape. For a few bucks every year I have peace of mind. Thank you for watching.
Well done, and you even filled your oil filter before installing it. Watching because I might buy a new Mazda, they all seem similar to maintain. Thanks!
My last vehicle was a Golf mark 5. Not easy to work on, expensive fluids and parts, and special tools needed. Both of my Mazdas are easy to work on, use regular tools, and parts aren't an arm and a lung. It also helps that they drive great ( MX-5 is a blast) Thanks for watching.
It sounds like it is. This cheap handheld got me in the ballpark though. I knew that I was safe because I only replaced what came out. Thanks for watching.
How often should the transmission fluid be changed? Right now our cx3 has 33k miles and i was thinking of changing it. Also, should transfer case and rear differential fluid be changed at the same frequency as transmission? We do not tow with the cx3 at all. Just a daily driver.
The dealership will tell you that mazda has a lifetime fluid in both the transmission and transfer/differential cases. Lifetime for them is just until the drivetrain warranty expires. It is never a bad decision to change these fluids early, or often. Some would say it is a waste of money, but I would say that maintaining your vehicle will let it last longer, as well as give you an opportunity to check for, and address any issues you see. As far as the transmission fluid is concerned, draining and refilling will never get all of the fluid out. A transmission flush and refill is needed for that (as well as a trip to the mechanic who has the machine to perform this service). By dumping and filling you can extend the life of the fluid by continuously diluting old fluid with new, and no trip to the shop is needed. I will be changing the filter on my next service but did not on my first service. Sorry about the long reply, but thanks for watching.
He didn't change the transmission filter. Is the same thing when you change the motor oil. The transmission pan have magnets that receive debris from the transmission.It's supposed to clean the transmission pan, the magnets and change the transmission filter. Is a big blooper.
Not necessarily... changing the fluid at this low mileage will help reduce internal dirt buildup, as well as replenishing the cleaning properties of the lubricant. As I have mentioned in the video I will be changing the filter on my next transmission service, still well before the recommended fluid change interval. It is possible to safely change engine oil without the filter after only a small amount of mileage , again before the recommended interval.
Best thing is to check the owners manual. The recommended fluids will be listed in the specifications tables. Also, the dealership will be able to recommended the correct fluids. Good luck.
I only added 4 litres of new fluid because that is all that came out. In the future when I drop the pan and change the filter I will catch and measure the fluid in the same manner, and replace what comes out. Impossible to get all of it out of the torque converter, but the cleaner the fluid the better to help prolong the life . That is the hope anyway. Thanks for watching.
Why is it you need to change transmission fluid, when in the 1970 and 1980s car lasted over 300 to 400 thousands of miles and more and you can find old cars in the woods and start them up and top the fluids off and sometimes it works. 1% that make these cars love money and that's it. Called a life time investment of a car at your cost. When General motor and the Ford motor company lasted for generations to come and know there is only one company that stands up to it's name is Toyota because for years they study how are American cars worked in every way possible. Why Americans cars sold out on making cars that was good anymore just like my mercury 2005 montego. The body made by Volvo, the transmission made by Toyota or Lexus 6 speed automatic and transmission backed by Ford motor company, we all just try to fit in the picture. There all junk rides. That's why old cars cost more not because there old they last. Enough of this crap
The old cars were built differently for sure. With technology increasing complexity and cost it makes more sense to me to try to make these vehicles last longer with some inexpensive preventative maintenance . Gone are the days of pressure valves and clutch bands. Electrical solenoids and computer controls are now the norm. My channel is devoted to simple procedures to save money, and to help keep these disposable commodities on the road longer. I am cheap that way, and I just wish to pass on what I do to others in the same boat. I like to work on my cars and I get satisfaction knowing that I can squeeze as much life out of them as I can. Thanks for the comments.
Very good info. Good editing. Keep up your work ^_^
I've been using the Cx-3, and I will definitely follow your instruction.
Thanks for the comments. I started this channel as a form of therapy to help me through some issues. I'm glad you found it helpful...
That was done EXACTLY as I would do it! Good job!
Thanks for the comments. A lot of people criticized me for not changing the filter as well, but I explained that I will at the recommended time interval. Thanks for watching.
Wow!! Those Quick Jacks are very handy!
This video was a big help, Thank you for sharing 😁
I should have bought my quickies years ago... I am glad this helped. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the video and the time you spend on it!. It would be good to see a video where you change transfer and rear diff fluids on this car.
This car is not an AWD, but my daughter's is, and I will perform these items when she gets some time...thanks for watching.
Great informative video! Looks easy to do for trans fluid!
Thanks for the comments and thanks for watching.
The plastic beer cup is a neat suggestion.
It works well when I keep them in stock. Thanks for watching.
Very helpful video! I own a 2021 mazda cx3 CVT. I wanted to be sure I had a good understanding of where the filler and drain bolts were located. Thank you!!
Subscribed and liked!
Glad it helped. Thanks for watching.
I don't believe the Mazda has a CVT, automatic transmission
Yes they come in a CVT and 6 speed manua @megaman4201
Thanks for watching.
thanks for the video It would be good to show the old fluid even running a finger through it so we can get an idea roughly what the fluid looks like at various mileage intervals
Good point. I didn't think of that at the time. I was surprised at how dark the fluid was for how little the mileage was. Thanks for the tip, I will use that suggestion on my next fluid change video coming soon. Thanks for watching.
Good video
Thanks for the nice comments, and thanks for watching.
I've been using the Aisin MFZ fluid which is formulated specifically for Mazda FZ applications, it's about half the price the stealerships want for the Mazda FZ and there is no difference in performance. It's about $10 a quart at Rock Auto. On my 2014 CX-5 I can just slip my arm down to the dipstick without removing anything.
I'm glad to hear that there is an affordable alternative to the Mazda branded atf. As I mentioned in the video this vehicle is still under factory warranty, so it was recommended for me to use the original fluid. Next time though. The Cx3 has very limited space between the radiator and the air box, and it gave me a chance to fully clean this system. Thanks for the great tip, and thanks for watching.
Hello
I'm also going to start an oil change of my CX3. I didn't notice if there is a gasket to change on the drain plug. Can you enlighten me on this point? Congratulations for your videos, they are very informative.
Thanks for the nice comments. I always change the drain plug seal...pick them up when I get the filters from the dealership. I've been told that it is not necessary every time as long as the seal is in good shape. For a few bucks every year I have peace of mind. Thank you for watching.
Well done, and you even filled your oil filter before installing it. Watching because I might buy a new Mazda, they all seem similar to maintain. Thanks!
My last vehicle was a Golf mark 5. Not easy to work on, expensive fluids and parts, and special tools needed. Both of my Mazdas are easy to work on, use regular tools, and parts aren't an arm and a lung. It also helps that they drive great ( MX-5 is a blast) Thanks for watching.
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You are so right. I just got used to wearing gloves. Thanks for the warning, and thanks for watching.
Great video, what size of extension wrench do you recommend for this job?
I just used my 3/8 drive with two 10" long extensions. Worked well because the airbox was removed.
I Use FORscan cell phone software and a cheap ELM327 Bluetooth ODB diagnostic to observe the ATF temp. Should be more accurate.
It sounds like it is. This cheap handheld got me in the ballpark though. I knew that I was safe because I only replaced what came out. Thanks for watching.
Great video, What is the OEM/part number of the transmission Crush washer ?
The part number is MAZ 9956-41-400, the same crush washer as the engine oil plug washer. Thanks for watching...
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How often should the transmission fluid be changed? Right now our cx3 has 33k miles and i was thinking of changing it.
Also, should transfer case and rear differential fluid be changed at the same frequency as transmission? We do not tow with the cx3 at all. Just a daily driver.
The dealership will tell you that mazda has a lifetime fluid in both the transmission and transfer/differential cases. Lifetime for them is just until the drivetrain warranty expires. It is never a bad decision to change these fluids early, or often. Some would say it is a waste of money, but I would say that maintaining your vehicle will let it last longer, as well as give you an opportunity to check for, and address any issues you see. As far as the transmission fluid is concerned, draining and refilling will never get all of the fluid out. A transmission flush and refill is needed for that (as well as a trip to the mechanic who has the machine to perform this service). By dumping and filling you can extend the life of the fluid by continuously diluting old fluid with new, and no trip to the shop is needed. I will be changing the filter on my next service but did not on my first service. Sorry about the long reply, but thanks for watching.
He didn't change the transmission filter. Is the same thing when you change the motor oil. The transmission pan have magnets that receive debris from the transmission.It's supposed to clean the transmission pan, the magnets and change the transmission filter. Is a big blooper.
Not necessarily... changing the fluid at this low mileage will help reduce internal dirt buildup, as well as replenishing the cleaning properties of the lubricant. As I have mentioned in the video I will be changing the filter on my next transmission service, still well before the recommended fluid change interval. It is possible to safely change engine oil without the filter after only a small amount of mileage , again before the recommended interval.
Is this the same set for a 2019 cx-3 for the transmission oil?
Best thing is to check the owners manual. The recommended fluids will be listed in the specifications tables. Also, the dealership will be able to recommended the correct fluids. Good luck.
So you used 4 L of fluid or 8 L of new trans fluid?
I only added 4 litres of new fluid because that is all that came out. In the future when I drop the pan and change the filter I will catch and measure the fluid in the same manner, and replace what comes out. Impossible to get all of it out of the torque converter, but the cleaner the fluid the better to help prolong the life . That is the hope anyway. Thanks for watching.
Why is it you need to change transmission fluid, when in the 1970 and 1980s car lasted over 300 to 400 thousands of miles and more and you can find old cars in the woods and start them up and top the fluids off and sometimes it works. 1% that make these cars love money and that's it. Called a life time investment of a car at your cost. When General motor and the Ford motor company lasted for generations to come and know there is only one company that stands up to it's name is Toyota because for years they study how are American cars worked in every way possible. Why Americans cars sold out on making cars that was good anymore just like my mercury 2005 montego. The body made by Volvo, the transmission made by Toyota or Lexus 6 speed automatic and transmission backed by Ford motor company, we all just try to fit in the picture. There all junk rides. That's why old cars cost more not because there old they last. Enough of this crap
The old cars were built differently for sure. With technology increasing complexity and cost it makes more sense to me to try to make these vehicles last longer with some inexpensive preventative maintenance . Gone are the days of pressure valves and clutch bands. Electrical solenoids and computer controls are now the norm. My channel is devoted to simple procedures to save money, and to help keep these disposable commodities on the road longer. I am cheap that way, and I just wish to pass on what I do to others in the same boat. I like to work on my cars and I get satisfaction knowing that I can squeeze as much life out of them as I can. Thanks for the comments.
Shut up, my god this is the dumbest post I've read all year