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Axela BM5FS
2013–2017
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- Parts references
- 27
- Maintenance items
- 12
- Documented campaigns
- 2
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MazdaAxela BM2FS
2018–2019
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- Maintenance items
- 3
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Verified specifications
Side-by-side facts
| Reference | Axela BM5FS | Axela BM2FS |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil capacity | 3.9 L without filter / 4.2 L with filterMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 5.1 LMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Tyre pressure | 205/60R16: 250/250 kPa; 215/45R18: 240/220 kPa front/rearMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 205/60R16: 250/250 kPa F/R; 215/45R18: 240/230 kPa F/RMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Tyre & wheel sizes | 205/60R16 92V on 16×6.5J or 215/45R18 89W on 18×7JMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| 12V battery | Q-85 on SKYACTIV-G 1.5 i-stop modelsMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | T-110Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Key battery | Approximately 1 yearMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | CR2025Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Fuel tank capacity | 51 L (2WD)Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 51 LMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| 6-speed automatic transmission ratios | 1st 3.529 · 2nd 2.025 · 3rd 1.348 · 4th 1.000 · 5th 0.742 · 6th 0.594 · reverse 2.994Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| 6-speed manual transmission ratios | 1st 3.583 · 2nd 1.904 · 3rd 1.290 · 4th 1.028 · 5th 0.837 · 6th 0.680 · reverse 3.454Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Automatic transmission fluid | Mazda ATF FZ; 7.2 L reference capacityMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Mazda ATF FZ · 8.0 LMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Brake fluid | Mazda BF-3 (DOT 3)Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Brake layout | Ventilated disc front · disc rearMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Ventilated disc front / disc rearMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| CO₂ emissions — JC08 | 114 g/km (6EC-AT) / 121 g/km (6MT)Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Compression ratio | Not documented yet | 14.0Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Curb weight | Not documented yet | 1440–1450 kgMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Curb weight — 2018 1.5L Sport | 1,260–1,280 kgMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Diesel fuel filter replacement | Not documented yet | 60,000 kmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Dimensions — 2018 1.5L Sport | 4,470 × 1,795 × 1,470 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Drivetrain | FFMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | FFMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Drivetrain and transmission | FF · 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, depending gradeMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | FF · 6EC-AT or 6MT depending gradeMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine air-cleaner replacement interval | 50,000 km normal / 25,000 km severeMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Engine bore × stroke | Not documented yet | 86.0 × 94.2 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine code | P5-VPSMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | SH-VPTRMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine code and displacement | P5-VPS · 1,496 ccMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | SH-VPTR · 2,188 ccMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine coolant | 5.8 L reference capacity (SKYACTIV-G 1.5 automatic 2WD)Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Engine coolant capacity | Not documented yet | 8.7 L MT / 8.9 L ATMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine displacement | 1,496 ccMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 2,188 ccMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine oil grades — SKYACTIV-G 1.5 | SAE 0W-20, 5W-30 or 5W-20 in the documented Mazda genuine-oil specificationsMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Engine oil specification | Not documented yet | SKYACTIV-D oil SAE 0W-30; DL-1 5W-30 also specifiedMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine output | 82 kW (111 PS) at 6,000 rpmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 129 kW / 175 PS @ 4,500 rpmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Engine output and torque | 82 kW (111 PS) at 6,000 rpm · 144 N·m at 3,500 rpmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Engine torque | 144 N·m at 3,500 rpmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 420 N·m @ 2,000 rpmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Exterior dimensions | Not documented yet | 4470 × 1795 × 1470 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Factory tyre sizes | Not documented yet | 205/60R16 or 215/45R18Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Factory wheel offset | 50.0 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Final reduction ratios | 4.605 automatic / 4.388 manualMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Front / rear track | Not documented yet | 1555 / 1560 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Front / rear track — 2018 1.5L Sport | 1,555 / 1,560 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Front / rear turn-signal bulb | WY21W (7443NA), 21 WMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Front track | Not documented yet | 1555 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Fuel type | Not documented yet | DieselMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Fuel type and tank capacity | Not documented yet | Diesel · 51 LMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Fuel-saving architecture — 2018 1.5L | Miller-cycle combustion, i-stop, direct injection, VVT, charge control and electric power steering; lock-up torque converter on 6EC-ATMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Halogen high-beam headlamp bulb | HB3 (9005), 60 WMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Halogen low-beam headlamp bulb | H11, 55 WMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Headlamp bulb types | Not documented yet | Halogen-equipped: HB3 (9005) 60 W high / H11 55 W low; LED-equipped: LED headlampsMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Interior dimensions | Not documented yet | 1845 × 1505 × 1165–1170 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Interior dimensions — 2018 1.5L Sport | 1,845 × 1,505 × 1,170 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| JC08 fuel economy | Not documented yet | JC08 19.6–21.4 km/L depending transmission/gradeMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| JC08 fuel economy — 2018 1.5L | 20.4 km/L (6EC-AT) / 19.2 km/L (6MT)Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Manual transmission oil | Not documented yet | Mazda Long Life Gear Oil SAE 75W-80 (GL-4) · 2.40 LMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Minimum ground clearance | Not documented yet | 155 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Minimum ground clearance — 2018 1.5L Sport | 155 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Minimum turning radius | 5.3 mMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 5.3 mMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Overall height | Not documented yet | 1470 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Overall length | Not documented yet | 4470 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Overall width | Not documented yet | 1795 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| P5-VPS compression ratio | 13.0:1Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| P5-VPS engine bore × stroke | 74.5 × 85.8 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| P5-VPS engine layout | Water-cooled inline 4-cylinder DOHC 16-valveMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| P5-VPS fuel injection | Direct injection (DI)Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Position lamp — halogen headlamp vehicle | W5W, 5 WMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Rear track | Not documented yet | 1560 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Seating capacity | 5 occupantsMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 5Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Spark plugs | NGK ILKAR7L11 or DENSO ZC20HPR11Mazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Steering architecture — 2018 1.5L | Rack-and-pinion with electric power steeringMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Suspension | Not documented yet | MacPherson strut front / multi-link rearMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Suspension layout | MacPherson strut front · multi-link rearMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Transmission | 6-speed automatic or 6-speed manual, depending gradeMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 6EC-AT or 6MT depending gradeMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
| Wheel nut tightening torque | 108–147 N·mMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Wheel pitch-circle diameter (PCD) | 114.3 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | Not documented yet |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → | 2700 mmMazda Motor CorporationView evidence → |
Replacement references
Parts & fitment
Axela BM5FS
12V batteryBatteries
Q-85 on SKYACTIV-G 1.5 i-stop models
Battery specification depends on engine and equipment. Confirm i-stop fitment and production period before purchasing.Manufacturer source ↗Key fob batteryBatteries
CR2025
Mazda recommends dealer replacement to avoid damaging the key. Confirm that your key case matches the manual before opening it.Manufacturer source ↗Brake architectureBrakes
Ventilated disc front · disc rear
Architecture reference only; exact pads/discs must be matched to the individual vehicle.Manufacturer source ↗Brake fluidBrakes
Mazda BF-3 (DOT 3)
Use Mazda BF-3 / DOT 3 as specified; follow the maintenance schedule for replacement timing.Manufacturer source ↗Engine coolantCooling
5.8 L reference capacity for SKYACTIV-G 1.5 automatic 2WD
Exact capacity depends on engine/drivetrain configuration. This reference is for SKYACTIV-G 1.5 automatic 2WD.Manufacturer source ↗Engine fitmentEngine
P5-VPS · SKYACTIV-G 1.5 · 1,496 cc · 74.5×85.8 mm · 13.0:1 · direct injection
Detailed P5-VPS architecture for the cited BM5FS 1.5L specification.Manufacturer source ↗Cabin air filterFilters
Air-conditioning filter for the documented Axela owner-manual application
Mazda gives a replacement schedule for this filter; confirm the exact production-period filter before purchase.Manufacturer source ↗Engine air-cleaner elementFilters
Replaceable engine air-cleaner element; 50,000 km normal replacement interval
Mazda reduces the replacement interval to 25,000 km under severe conditions. Confirm the exact production-period element before ordering.Manufacturer source ↗Spark plugsIgnition
NGK ILKAR7L11 or DENSO ZC20HPR11
SKYACTIV-G 1.5 fitment; Mazda specifies iridium plugs. Confirm engine and production period before purchase.Manufacturer source ↗Front / rear turn-signal bulbLighting
WY21W (7440NA) · 21 W
Confirm fitted lamp assembly and production equipment before replacement.Manufacturer source ↗Front / rear turn-signal bulbLighting
WY21W (7440NA), 21 W
Check fitted lamp assembly and production equipment before replacement.Manufacturer source ↗Halogen high-beam bulbLighting
HB3 (9005) · 60 W
Only for halogen-headlamp-equipped vehicles; LED-equipped vehicles differ.Manufacturer source ↗Halogen low-beam bulbLighting
H11 · 55 W
Only for halogen-headlamp-equipped vehicles; LED-equipped vehicles differ.Manufacturer source ↗Engine oil service quantityService fluids
3.9 L without filter / 4.2 L with filter
Service-quantity reference only. Confirm oil grade/viscosity from the applicable manual section for the exact operating conditions.Manufacturer source ↗Steering rack / assist architectureSteering
Rack-and-pinion with electric power steering
Applies to the cited BM5FS 1.5-litre configuration; confirm replacement steering components by VIN/model code and production period.Manufacturer source ↗Suspension architectureSuspension
MacPherson strut front · multi-link rear
Architecture reference only; not a replacement-part number.Manufacturer source ↗Automatic transmission fitmentTransmission
SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6EC-AT
Applies to BM5FS automatic grades; confirm transmission before ordering/service.Manufacturer source ↗Automatic transmission fluidTransmission
Mazda ATF FZ; 7.2 L reference capacity
Confirm automatic-transmission configuration and production period before service.Manufacturer source ↗Final reduction ratiosTransmission
4.605 automatic / 4.388 manual
Transmission-specific BM5FS 1.5L manufacturer values.Manufacturer source ↗Manual transmission fitmentTransmission
SKYACTIV-MT 6MT
Applies to BM5FS manual grades; confirm transmission before ordering/service.Manufacturer source ↗SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6EC-AT ratio setTransmission
1st 3.529 · 2nd 2.025 · 3rd 1.348 · 4th 1.000 · 5th 0.742 · 6th 0.594 · reverse 2.994
Exact ratio set for the cited BM5FS 1.5L automatic specification.Manufacturer source ↗SKYACTIV-MT 6MT ratio setTransmission
1st 3.583 · 2nd 1.904 · 3rd 1.290 · 4th 1.028 · 5th 0.837 · 6th 0.680 · reverse 3.454
Exact ratio set for the cited BM5FS 1.5L manual specification.Manufacturer source ↗Factory tire and wheel sizesTyres & wheels
205/60R16 92V on 16×6.5J or 215/45R18 89W on 18×7J; 50 mm offset; 114.3 mm PCD
Actual tire/wheel package varies by grade. Confirm the driver-door tire placard before purchasing.Manufacturer source ↗Factory tyre-pressure referenceTyres & wheels
205/60R16: 250/250 kPa; 215/45R18: 240/220 kPa front/rear
Exact BM5FS reference from Mazda owner-manual data; confirm the fitted factory tyre size and placard.Manufacturer source ↗Factory wheel offsetTyres & wheels
50.0 mm
Documented for the listed 16×6.5J and 18×7J factory wheel packages; verify wheel marking and tire placard before fitment.Manufacturer source ↗Wheel nut tightening torqueTyres & wheels
108–147 N·m
Mazda owner-manual tightening range for the documented Axela configuration.Manufacturer source ↗Wheel pitch-circle diameterTyres & wheels
114.3 mm PCD
PCD alone is not enough to determine wheel compatibility; confirm stud count, offset, center bore, tire size and clearance independently.Manufacturer source ↗Axela BM2FS
Key fob batteryBatteries
CR2025
Replace when the key range becomes unstable or the indicator no longer lights; confirm the key design for the exact production period.Manufacturer source ↗Automatic transmission fluidService fluids
Mazda ATF FZ · 8.0 L
Applies only to automatic-transmission vehicles where the code also spans a manual configuration.Manufacturer source ↗Engine coolant capacityService fluids
8.7 L MT / 8.9 L AT
Use Mazda-specified coolant; Golden coolant has its own extended replacement schedule where the vehicle is marked for it.Manufacturer source ↗Engine oil refill capacityService fluids
4.8 L oil only / 5.1 L with filter
Refill reference; verify final level with the dipstick and follow the exact engine/production-period procedure.Manufacturer source ↗Engine oil specificationService fluids
SKYACTIV-D oil SAE 0W-30; DL-1 5W-30 also specified
Use the exact oil standard specified for the engine; unsuitable diesel oil can accelerate DPF deterioration.Manufacturer source ↗Manual transmission oilService fluids
Mazda Long Life Gear Oil SAE 75W-80 (GL-4) · 2.40 L
Applies only to 6MT configurations.Manufacturer source ↗Tire pressureTyres & wheels
205/60R16: 250/250 kPa F/R; 215/45R18: 240/230 kPa F/R
Confirm the fitted tire size and the driver-door pressure placard before inflation.Manufacturer source ↗Ownership
Maintenance guidance
Axela BM5FS
Engine oil15,000 km / 12 months
Replace SKYACTIV-G 1.5 engine oil at 15,000 km or 12 months under normal use, whichever comes first.
Under severe conditions Mazda specifies 7,500 km or 6 months, whichever comes first.Manufacturer source ↗Engine oil filter — SKYACTIV-G 1.515,000 km / 12 months
Replace the engine oil filter every 15,000 km or 12 months under normal use.
Under severe conditions Mazda specifies 7,500 km or 6 months, whichever comes first.Manufacturer source ↗Cabin air filter20,000 km / 12 months
Replace the air-conditioning filter at the interval stated in the Mazda owner manual.
Use whichever limit comes first: 20,000 km or 1 year. Mazda notes earlier replacement may be needed in heavy traffic or dusty areas.Manufacturer source ↗Engine air-cleaner element50,000 km
Replace the engine air-cleaner element every 50,000 km under normal use.
Under severe conditions Mazda specifies replacement every 25,000 km.Manufacturer source ↗Long Life Coolant (Golden)100,000 km / 48 months
For vehicles marked for Mazda Long Life Coolant (Golden), the initial replacement is 180,000 km or 9 years; subsequent replacements are 100,000 km or 4 years, whichever comes first.
Use Golden coolant only where the radiator-cap/vehicle marking calls for it; otherwise follow the applicable Mazda coolant specification.Manufacturer source ↗Advanced-key battery12 months
Mazda states advanced-key battery life is approximately one year; replace when the green KEY indicator flashes or as needed.
The one-year figure is approximate. Battery life varies with radio-frequency exposure, storage and use; the documented replacement battery remains CR2025 for the covered key type.Manufacturer source ↗Brake fluid24 months
Replace brake fluid every 2 years after the initial service.
Mazda states the first replacement is at 3 years, then every 2 years. Use Mazda BF-3 (DOT 3).Manufacturer source ↗Wheel nut torque service referenceSee manufacturer guidance
Tighten wheel nuts to the documented 108–147 N·m range.
Use the manufacturer procedure and appropriate calibrated tools; this entry does not add a service interval.Manufacturer source ↗Tyre-pressure service referenceSee manufacturer guidance
205/60R16: 250/250 kPa; 215/45R18: 240/220 kPa front/rear.
No service interval is inferred; confirm the fitted factory tyre size and vehicle placard.Manufacturer source ↗Key fob battery replacementSee manufacturer guidance
Use a CR2025 battery for the documented Axela key fob.
Confirm the key type on the individual vehicle before replacement.Manufacturer source ↗Automatic transmission fluid serviceSee manufacturer guidance
Use Mazda ATF FZ; the manual gives a 7.2 L reference capacity.
This specification page does not establish a replacement interval. Confirm the exact maintenance schedule and transmission configuration.Manufacturer source ↗Spark plug serviceSee manufacturer guidance
Use NGK ILKAR7L11 or DENSO ZC20HPR11 iridium spark plugs for the SKYACTIV-G 1.5 reference.
No replacement interval is inferred from the specification page. Confirm the maintenance schedule and exact engine/production period.Manufacturer source ↗Axela BM2FS
Engine oil10,000 km / 12 months
Replace engine oil every 10,000 km or 12 months under normal use.
Severe conditions: 5,000 km or 6 months.Manufacturer source ↗Engine oil filter10,000 km / 12 months
Replace the oil filter every 10,000 km or 12 months under normal use.
Severe conditions: 5,000 km or 6 months.Manufacturer source ↗Diesel fuel filter60,000 km
Replace the diesel fuel filter every 60,000 km.
Applies to SKYACTIV-D 1.5 and 2.2 only.Manufacturer source ↗Safety record
Documented manufacturer campaigns
Axela BM5FS
Axela front-wiper control-module recallJP · campaign 4468 · 2019-04-04
Mazda reported that the front body control module could develop poor electrical continuity at the internal wiper relay because of the relay-contact design and its combination with the wiper motor.
Exact model code BM5FS; official affected ranges include BM5FS-204157 through 204411, 300002 through 307481, and 400003 through 410087, plus one repaired vehicle listed separately. Model code alone does not prove an individual vehicle is affected.Official campaign source ↗Adaptive headlamp aim recallJP · campaign 3890 · 2016-09-15
Mazda reported an incorrect headlamp aiming adjustment on some vehicles equipped with the adaptive front-lighting system.
Mazda lists Axela BM5FS chassis BM5FS-400004–BM5FS-400345 for recall 3890 on vehicles with the applicable adaptive headlamp equipment. Confirm the individual chassis/equipment with Mazda.Official campaign source ↗Axela BM2FS
Axela front-wiper control-module recallJP · campaign 4468 · 2019-04-04
Mazda reported that the front body control module could develop poor electrical continuity at the internal wiper relay because of the relay-contact design and its combination with the wiper motor.
Exact model code BM2FS; official affected ranges include BM2FS-107276 through 108858 and BM2FS-200001 through 201955. Model code alone does not prove an individual vehicle is affected.Official campaign source ↗Market coverage
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