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Fuel

***UPDATED BY TSB #405489 DATED FEB. 20, 1989

Mazda recommends the use of UNLEADED REGULAR gasoline only, in all vehicles not equipped with a turbocharger. Do not use, or recommend for use, any higher octane fuels. Starting, idle, and driveability problems may result. See factory Technical Service Bulletin #405489, titled "USE OF REGULAR UNLEADED GASOLINE".


FUEL REQUIREMENT Unleaded

RECOMMENDED OCTANE RATING 87 (R.O.N. method)