Transmission fluid type for my car

2014 MAZDA 5

156,000 MILES • 2.5L

JONSOLOW13

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My car listed above has 156,000 miles. The dealer said the transmission fluid should have been flushed at 100,000 miles so I am going to do it now. Even though I am late, shouldn't I follow the dealer's recommendation to change the fluid right away?

Advanced Auto sells a Valvoline transmission fluid supposedly for Mazda 5's, that is significantly less expensive than buying from the dealer (at least 20% less). Can you tell me the exact type of transmission fluid so I can shop at Walmart?

Thanks,

Jon

Apr 14, 2020 at 9:44 AM

JACOBANDNICKOLAS

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Hi,

It should be done. As far as the type, here is the manufacturer's type and capacity. If you are looking for a universal ATF, just make sure it meets Mazda's M-V requirements. Usually it will list the different fluids it can replace.

2014 Mazda 5 L4-2.5L
Fluid Types and Capacities
Vehicle Maintenance Fluids Fluid - A/T Specifications Fluid Types and Capacities
FLUID TYPES AND CAPACITIES
Fluid Types

Automatic Trans-axle Fluid

Type .................... Mazda Genuine ATF M-V
Capacities

Automatic Transaxle Fluid

Capacity .................... 8.60 qt (8.14L)

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Also, here are the directions for a drain and fill for your vehicle. The attached pic correlates with the directions.

2014 Mazda 5 L4-2.5L
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement
Vehicle Maintenance Fluids Fluid - A/T Service and Repair Removal and Replacement FS5A-EL Transmission Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Replacement
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT
2014 - Mazda5 - Transmission/Transaxle

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE FLUID (ATF) REPLACEMENT [FS5A-EL]

WARNING:

- Do not perform the servicing when the ATF temperature is high. Otherwise, it could cause severe burns or serious injury.

1. Drain the ATF.

a. Pull out the dipstick.

b. Remove the aerodynamic under cover. See: Air Dam > Removal and Replacement > Aerodynamic Under Cover Removal/Installation

c. Remove the drain plug and washer and drain the ATF.

pic 1

2. Add ATF.

a. Install a new washer and drain plug.

Tightening torque
- 30-41 N-m [3.1-4.1 kgf-m, 23-30 ft-lbf]

b. Install the aerodynamic under cover. See: Air Dam > Removal and Replacement > Aerodynamic Under Cover Removal/Installation

c. Add ATF from the oil filler tube.

ATF
- Mazda Genuine ATF M-V

Added amount (Reference)
- If ATF is drained from drain plug: 3.0 L [3.2 US qt, 2.6 lmp qt]
- If transaxle is overhauled: 5.0 L [5.3 US qt, 4.4 lmp qt]

d. Insert the dipstick.

3. Inspect the ATF level. See: Fluid - A/T > Component Tests and General Diagnostics > Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) Inspection

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions.

Take care,
Joe

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Apr 14, 2020 at 10:02 AM