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Choose a symptom and, when possible, an exact vehicle code. Work through structured observations first, then compare them with reviewed owner evidence. CarFactBook does not invent a diagnosis or rank a failed part from unsupported anecdotes.

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What are you seeing?

Electrical

Won't start / hard starting

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Electrical

Warning light or message

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Cooling

Overheating / running hot

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A/C / climate

A/C not cold

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Suspension / steering

Vibration / shaking

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Brakes

Brake problem

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Hybrid / EV system

Hybrid-system problem

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Fuel / emissions

Poor fuel economy

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Selected: Mazda Axela BM5FS · 2013–2017

Structured checks

Work through observations, not guesses

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Safety first. If vibration is severe, steering control changes, or a tyre/wheel appears damaged, stop driving and have the vehicle inspected.
Check 1

Does the vibration happen while the vehicle is stationary?

Stationary versus road-speed vibration is a useful first split.

Check 2

Does vibration change with road speed?

A speed-related pattern is useful evidence for wheel/tyre/driveline inspection.

These checks organize observations and safety decisions. They are not a substitute for manufacturer service procedures or a qualified diagnosis, and CarFactBook does not assign a failed part without supporting evidence.

Diagnostic summary

Further evidence required. 0 of 2 observations recorded.

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Mazda Axela BM5FS

Useful references for your exact car

These references relate to the selected symptom. They do not identify a faulty component or recommend replacing it. Confirm equipment, production period and source caveats for your individual car.

Verified facts

Engine oil capacity →

3.9 L without filter / 4.2 L with filter

This source covers the later BM5FS production range; always confirm engine and production period before service.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-09-28

Factory tire and wheel sizes →

205/60R16 92V on 16×6.5J or 215/45R18 89W on 18×7J

Actual equipment varies by grade. Confirm the tire placard fitted to the vehicle.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-10-01

Factory wheel offset →

50.0 mm

Confirm the individual vehicle’s fitted wheel marking and tire placard before replacement.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-10-02

Spark plugs →

NGK ILKAR7L11 or DENSO ZC20HPR11

Use the exact engine/model applicability and manufacturer guidance before replacement.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-10-01

Tire pressure →

205/60R16: 250/250 kPa; 215/45R18: 240/220 kPa front/rear

Pressure depends on the fitted factory tire size. Confirm the tire placard for the exact vehicle.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-09-28

Wheel nut tightening torque →

108–147 N·m

Use proper tightening sequence and calibrated tools; this is a torque range, not a substitute for workshop procedure.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-10-01

Wheel pitch-circle diameter (PCD) →

114.3 mm

The source supplies PCD, not stud count; do not infer additional wheel-fitment dimensions from this value alone.

Mazda Motor Corporation · Verified 2026-10-02

Step-by-step guides

How to Check Mazda Axela BM5FS Tire Pressure →

Check BM5FS tyre pressure against Mazda's different 16-inch and 18-inch factory references.

Easy · 5–10 minutes

Use the individual vehicle placard as the final pressure specification, especially if wheels or tyres have been changed.

Maintenance

Documented service references; your service history determines what is due.

Engine oil

15,000 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.

Mazda Japan Axela owner manual — engine oil ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Engine oil filter — SKYACTIV-G 1.5

15,000 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.

Mazda Axela BN coolant service data ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Wheel nut torque service reference

Condition based

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.

Mazda Japan Axela owner manual — wheel nut torque ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Tyre-pressure service reference

Condition based

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.

Mazda Axela BN tire pressure data ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Spark plug service

Condition based

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.

Mazda Japan Axela owner manual — spark plugs ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Full exact-car maintenance schedule →

Parts / fitment

Reference specifications, not a shopping list or proof that these parts need replacement. Fitment conditions still apply.

Engine air-cleaner element

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.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Spark plugs

NGK ILKAR7L11 or DENSO ZC20HPR11

SKYACTIV-G 1.5 fitment; Mazda specifies iridium plugs. Confirm engine and production period before purchase.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-01

Engine oil service quantity

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.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Suspension architecture

MacPherson strut front · multi-link rear

Architecture reference only; not a replacement-part number.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Factory tire and wheel sizes

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.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-01

Factory tyre-pressure reference

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.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Factory wheel offset

50.0 mm

Documented for the listed 16×6.5J and 18×7J factory wheel packages; verify wheel marking and tire placard before fitment.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Wheel nut tightening torque

108–147 N·m

Mazda owner-manual tightening range for the documented Axela configuration.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Wheel pitch-circle diameter

114.3 mm PCD

PCD alone is not enough to determine wheel compatibility; confirm stud count, offset, center bore, tire size and clearance independently.

Mazda Motor Corporation source ↗ · Verified 2026-10-02

Full exact-car parts references →

Reviewed repair evidence

Vibration / shaking

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