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My daughter recently purchased a 2016 CX-5 with 95,000 miles in excellent condition. The maintenance records and CarFax report indicated the car was properly maintained and did not report anything that might suggest any unusual or non-standard use or care.

If my daughter does not (i) tow a trailer or use a car-top carrier, (ii) drive in dusty or sandy conditions, or (iii) idle or drive at low speeds for extended periods of time, but 65% of her miles driven are on trips of less than 10 miles, does she ever need to change the differential or transfer oil?

Is there a place in the engine compartment to check the transmission or power steering fluid levels?

Thanks!

Joe

 

At that mileage, it's a wise idea to change all those items regardless of overall use.
The transmission especially. YouTube videos about all those chores are there.
Not a rush but make a plan, gets tools and supplies, and work the list.
Just my 2¢

 

I agree with this. It's a good "baseline" and won't cost too much, and may help. But as with anything outside the Mazda-recommended schedule - it's just like, my opinion, man.