Mazda MPV Owner's Manual Form No. 8S06-EA-03H (Part No.
A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is necessary, that’s the place to go. Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best possible service.
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Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls.
1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard Overview .................................................................... 1-2 Interior Overview .......................................................................... 1-3 Exterior Overview .........................................................................
Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard Overview Instrument cluster Wiper and washer lever (page 5-20) (page 5-36) Lighting control/Turn signals Shift lever (page 5-34) TCS OFF switch* (page 5-18) (page 5-9) Hazard warning flasher (page 5-39) Audio system (page 6-14) Power window switches* (page 3-19) Passenger-side air bag (page 2-56) Glove box (page 6-50) Lighter (page 6-44) Cup holder/Ashtray Power window lock switch* (page 3-21) Power door lock switch* (page 3-8) Hood release handle (page
Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Sunvisors (page 6-41) Rearview mirror (page 3-34) Seat belts (page 2-30) Interior light (page 6-42) Rear vents* (page 6-10) Power seat switches (page 2-8) Front seats (page 2-3) Parking brake (page 5-5) Side air bags* Third-row seat (page 2-20) Rear climate control panel* (page 6-12) Second-row seat (page 2-13) (page 2-56) *Some models.
Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview High-mount brake light (page 8-31) Rear window defroster (page 5-38) Brake lights/Taillights (page 8-31) Child safety lock (page 3-12) Outside mirrors (page 3-33) Rear windshield wiper blades (page 8-22) Liftgate (page 3-18) License plate lights (page 8-31) Tires (page 8-27) Reverse lights Taillights/Rear side-marker lights (page 8-31) (page 8-31) Rear turn signal lights Moonroof* (page 8-31) (page 3-25) Power windows (page 3-19) Windshield wipe
2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ................................................................................................ 2-2 Seat Arrangements .................................................................... 2-2 Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ..................................... 2-3 Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) .................................. 2-8 Second-Row Seats ...
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Seat Arrangements Road positions (while driving) Non-road positions (Parking/Camping) 2-2
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) WARNING Modification of the Front Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modification could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly while raising the lever. Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. ▼ Seat Recline WARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don’t get the full protection from seat belts.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Height Adjustment (Driver’s Seat) ▼ Lumber Support Adjustment (Driver’s Seat)* The seat-bottom angle can be adjusted by rotating the dial. The amount of lumber support can be adjusted by rotating dial. Front of seat bottom Up Dial Down Dial Rear of seat bottom ▼ Head Restraint WARNING Up Down Dial Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Front Passenger Seat Side Table Height adjustment To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired position. To lower the head restraint, press the stopcatch release, then push the head restraint down. Stop-catch release Adjust the head restraint so that the top is parallel with the top of the passenger’s ears, never the passenger’s neck. Removal To remove the head restraint, press the stop-catch release, then pull up on the head restraint.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE The table can be expanded rearward by pulling out the rear end. When collapsing the table, pull the lever under the table. After the table is collapsed, press the table surface to lock it in place. ▼ Armrest The armrest can be used or placed upright.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) WARNING Modification of the Front Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modification could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Seat Recline (Driver’s Seat) WARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don’t get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection, sit well back and upright.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Height adjustment Raise the seat-bottom by pulling up on the center of the switch. Release the switch at the desired position. Lower the seat-bottom by pressing down on the center of the switch. Release the switch at the desired position. ▼ Head Restraint WARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Front Passenger Seat Side Table Removal To remove the head restraint, press the stop-catch release, then pull up on the head restraint. Stop-catch release WARNING Using Seat Side Table While Vehicle is Moving: Using the seat side table while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Hot liquids could cause scalding if spilled, or objects could fall causing injury. Do not use the seat side table while the vehicle is moving.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE The table can be expanded rearward by pulling out the rear end. When collapsing the table, pull the lever under the table. After the table is collapsed, press the table surface to lock it in place. ▼ Armrest The armrest can be used or placed upright.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Second-Row Seats WARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatback is dangerous. During a sudden stop or collision, objects can fly around and become projectiles that could hit and injure passengers. Don’t stack cargo higher than the seatback. Not Securing Luggage and Cargo: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as they could move or be crushed in sudden braking or a collision and cause injury.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Seat Slide To move the seat forward or backward, raise the lever and slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Lever Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. ▼ Side-Sliding Seat (right side) The second-row seats can be put together and used as a bench seat. Raise the side seat-slide lever and slide the seat sideways.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. CAUTION Height adjustment To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired position. To lower the head restraint, press the stopcatch release, then push the head restraint down. When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you support the seatback while operating the seatback lever.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Armrest ▼ Third-Row Seat Access The armrest can be used or placed upright. Access to the third-row seat via the sliding door Type A Type B When the second-row seats are together, move along the path between the sliding door and the side sliding seat. Armrest Armrest When the second-row seats are separated, pass between them and move to the rear of the vehicle.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Folding the Second-Row Seats WARNING Using Folded Seatback as a Table While the Vehicle is Moving: Using the folded seatback as a table while driving is dangerous. During sudden braking or a collision, objects placed on the folded seatback could become projectiles that could hit and injure someone. Never use the folded seat as a table while the vehicle is moving. CAUTION Lowering the seatback without stowing the seat belt buckle could damage the seatback. 3.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Removal of Second-Row Seats The second-row seats can be removed to create a more comfortable space between the third-row and front seats. Additional cargo space is available with the removal of the second-row seats and stowing of the third-row seat. WARNING Seat Removal or Installation While Vehicle is Moving or on a Slope: Removing or installing the secondrow seats while the vehicle is moving or on a slope is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats 4. Raise the reclining lever and lower the seatback forward. Make sure the seatback is locked. 7. The seat is heavier than it looks, carefully pull up and detach the seat. Get assistance to lift it out of the vehicle. Clamp Loops 5. Work only on one seat at a time to avoid one seat falling while working on another. 6. Lift and hold the seat-anchor bar and raise the entire seat up and forward. Seat-anchor bar To install the seat 1.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats 3. Supporting the seat with your hands, slowly lower the seat rearwards to lock it in place. Front Third-Row Seat WARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatback is dangerous. During a sudden stop or collision, objects can fly around and become projectiles that could hit and injure passengers. Don’t stack cargo higher than the seatback. 4. Raise the reclining lever and lift the seatback upright.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats WARNING Unlocked Seatback: The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision, resulting in severe injury. After adjusting the seatback at any time, even when there are no other passengers, rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Head Restraint Removal WARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision. Always drive with the head restraints inserted when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted. To remove the head restraint, press the stop-catch release, then pull up on the head restraint.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats 2. Pull the third-row seat’s flat-folding strap and push the seatback down until it locks. Flat-folding strap ▼ Stowing the Third-Row Seat More storage space can be created by folding away the third-row seat into the rear seat well. With the second-row seats removed and the third-row seat stowed, even more space is available. WARNING Riding in the Seat Well: Riding in the seat well for the thirdrow seat is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Stowing the third-row seat 1. Insert the seat belts in the retainers. 4. Pull strap B and lift the combined seatback and seat bottom up to vertical with your other hand. Gently lower the seat into the seat well. Retainer Strap B 2. Remove the head restraint and set them aside temporarily (page 2-22). 3. Pull strap A and ease the seatback toward the front of the vehicle with your other hand and be sure it locks with a click. 5.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats Raising the third-row seat upright for road use 1. Clear the entire cargo floor. 5. Pull strap A and raise the seatback upright. Attempt to move the seatback forward and backward to make sure it is locked. 2. Remove the head restraints. Strap A 6. Insert the head restraints. 3. Carefully reverse the procedures used to lower the seat into the seat well. Use the handle and ease the combined seatback and seat bottom up to vertical. 7. Place the seat belt buckles face up.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Third-Row Seat and Open Liftgate Position WARNING Rear Facing Third-Row Seat and a Moving Vehicle: Driving with the third-row seat facing rearward is dangerous because the liftgate cannot be securely closed. During sudden braking or a collision, passengers could be thrown out of the vehicle resulting in serious injury or death. Passengers seated facing rearward may suffer leg and foot injury even down a driveway or with a minor dip in the road.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats 7. Remove the support bar from the pocket. 9. Pull the seatback towards the front of the vehicle until the opposite end of the support bar hooks onto the anchor loop in the side trim. Attempt to push the seatback towards the rear (liftgate) to make sure the support bar is securely latched. Support bar Pocket 8. Set the hook on the support bar in the rear of the seatback.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats To return the third-row seat to the road position (forward facing) 1. Make sure to stow the shoulder belts away from the seat bottom as it is lowered. Flat Folding All seats can be folded down for use as beds when the vehicle is safely parked. 2. Detach the support bar by following the reverse procedure for installation. 3. From inside the vehicle, carefully lower the seat towards the front until it locks in place.
Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ To Fold the Seats Flat 1. Slide the second-row seat all the way back (page 2-14). 2. Fold down the second-row seatbacks rearward until they lock (page 2-14). 3. Remove the head restraints from the front seats. Refer to Head Restraint (Manually Operated Seats)(page 2-5) Refer to Head Restraint (Electrically Operated Seats)(page 2-10) 4. Slide the front seats all the way forward.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the outboard seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use. The driver’s seat belt has no provisions for child-restraint systems and has only an emergency locking mode.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING One Belt, One Passenger: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way can’t spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed. Never use one belt for more than one person at a time. CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keep them clean.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Emergency Locking Mode If the belt has fully retracted, it will always be in the emergency locking mode until you move it into automatic locking mode by pulling the belt all the way out to its full length. In the emergency locking mode, the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt ▼ Fastening the Seat Belts 1. Grasp the buckle and tongue. 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Belt Tongue 3. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click. Tongue WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Unfastening the Seat Belts ▼ Shoulder Belt Adjuster* Depress the button on the buckle. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt if the seat belt touches your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder. To raise the shoulder belt adjuster, push the adjuster up. To lower the shoulder belt adjuster, push the button and slide it down. Make sure the adjuster is locked.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. In moderate or greater frontal or nearfrontal accidents, the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously. The pretensioners take up slack in the front seat belts as the air bags are expanding.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Modification or Testing of the Pretensioner System: Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system, including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident. The occupants or repairers could be seriously injured. Never modify the components or wiring, or use electronic testing devices on the pretensioner system.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 2-Point Type Seat Belt ▼ Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Pull the tongue to the desired length. 2. Insert it into the buckle until you hear a click. If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is OK, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems • To shorten, pull the loose end of the webbing. Shorten 4. Make sure the lap belt is snugly fitted against your body. WARNING Wearing the Lap Belt: A lap belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear the lap belt snugly and as low as possible. 2-38 ▼ Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. Even if it plugs into other seat belts, it may not hold in the critical moment of a crash. When ordering an extender, only order one that provides the necessary additional length to fasten the seat belt properly.
Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light Seat Belt Warning Beep If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the seat belt warning light will remain on until the belt is fastened. If the system does not operate correctly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident. Follow the Manufacturer’s Instructions and Always Keep the Child-Restraint System Buckled Down: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Seating Children in a Child-Restraint System on the Front Passenger Seat: If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-51).
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING One Belt, One Passenger: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way can’t spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed. Never use one belt for more than one person at a time. CAUTION A seat belt or child-restraint system can become very hot in a closed vehicle during warm weather.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Installing Child-Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seats (both second-row seats and third-row center seat). The front passenger’s seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12, and with rear-facing child-restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags. Some child-restraint systems now come with tethers and therefore must be installed on the seats that take tethers to be effective.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 1. If the seat in which you install a childrestraint system has a seat slide function, slide the seat as far back as possible. 2. Secure the child-restraint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the instructions on the childrestraint system for belt routing instructions. 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 5. If your child-restraint system requires the use of a tether strap, hook and tighten the tether strap by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Anchor bracket location WARNING Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. If your child-restraint system requires the use of a tether strap, peel back the carpeting in the rear luggage compartment to expose the anchor bracket (above the marking). Anchor bracket location Marking WARNING Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 1. Secure the child-restraint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the instructions on the childrestraint system for belt routing instructions. 2. To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor. NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE WARNING To check if your Mazda front seats have side air bags: Every Mazda side air bag will have a "SRS-Air Bag" label on the outboard shoulder of the front seats. WARNING Front Passenger’s Seat Position: As your vehicle has front air bags and doubly so if your vehicle has side air bags, a front-facing child-restraint system should be put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint ▼ Front Passenger’s Seat ChildRestraint System Installation 1. Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates after installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. Slide the seat as far back as possible. NOTE • Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-restraint system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts. 3.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the second-row seats. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Some LATCH childrestraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective. If they have a tether you must use it to better assure your child’s safety.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint ▼ LATCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (SecondRow Seats) 1. Slide the second-row seat as far back as possible. 4. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors. 2. Raise the reclining lever and lower the seatback forward. For left seat LATCH lower anchor Second-row seat For right seat 5.
Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Tether strap position Tether strap Anchor bracket WARNING Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system. Incorrect Positioning of the Tether Strap: Positioning the tether strap on top of the head restraint is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 4 air bags (verify "SRS AIRBAG" location indicator marks).
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in collisions with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate. Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts. Child in the Front Seat: Placing a child, 12 years or under, in the front seat is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with Side Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of the outboard shoulder of the front seat and expands along the front door on the side the car is hit.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Installation of Front-End Equipment: Installation of front-end equipment, such as frontal protection bar (kangaroo bar, bull bar, push bar, etc.), snowplow, or winches, is dangerous. The air bag crash sensor system could be affected. This could cause air bags to inflate unexpectedly, or it could prevent the air bags from inflating during an accident. Front occupants could be seriously injured. Never install any front-end equipment to your vehicle.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: • The air bag system with inflators and air bags. • The electric system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: • The steering wheel hub • The front passenger dashboard • The outboard sides of the front seatbacks The air bags are out of sight until activated.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Front Air Bag System Components (1) (6) (4) (3) (8) (9) (7) (5) (8) (2) (1) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (2) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (3) Front air bag sensor (4) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-63) (5) Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-63) (6) Front seats (7) Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches (page 2-63) (8) Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-35) (9) Front pa
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Side Air Bag System Components* Put children in the rear seats, they do not have side air bag systems. (4) (1) (3) (2) (1) Side inflators and air bags (2) Side crash sensor (3) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (4) Front seats 2-62 *Some models.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work ▼ How the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function only once. After that, the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors Your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors as a part of the supplemental restraint system. These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails. These sensors determine the total seated weight on the front passenger seat. The sensors are also designed to prevent the front passenger air bag from inflating if the total seated weight is less than approximately 30 kg (66 lb).
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions: Total seated weight on the front passenger seat Empty (Not occupied)* Less than approx. 30 kg (66 lb) Approx.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Increasing the Total Seated Weight on the Front Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE • The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off. • The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the front passenger seat, or if the temperature of the vehicle’s interior changes suddenly.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Air Bag Activation/Deactivation CAUTION If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat of less than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not inflate (page 2-63).
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact to activate the air bag. Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Side air bag* activation Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause a side air bag to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags. Limitations to side air bag* activation Depending on the severity of impact, a side air bag may not inflate in the following cases: Frontal offset impact may not provide enough side impact to deploy a side air bag.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Non-activation of side air bag* A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases: Collision from the rear. Collision from the front, but it may deploy the front air bags. *Some models.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Constant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: ▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light • SAS unit • Front air bag sensor • Air bag modules • Side crash sensor* • Front seat belt pretensioners • Related wiring • Driver seat slide position sensor • Front passenger seat weight sensors • Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches The diagnostic module continuously monitors the sy
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Maintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: • The air bag system warning light flashes. • The air bag system warning light illuminates. • The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. • The air bags inflate.
Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to "Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)" (page 9-2).
3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ............................................................................ 3-2 Keys ........................................................................................... 3-2 Keyless Entry System* .............................................................. 3-3 Door Locks ................................................................................ 3-8 Liftgate ..
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys WARNING Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in your vehicle with children. NOTE (With immobilizer system) Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-28) for information regarding keys and engine starting on vehicles equipped with the immobilizer system.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keyless Entry System* This system locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgate. It can also help you signal for attention in an emergency. Opening and closing of the power sliding doors with the keyless entry system transmitter is also possible on power sliding door-equipped vehicles. Press the button slowly and accurately. CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: • Drop it. • Get it wet. • Disassemble it. • Expose it to heat or sunlight.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Transmitter NOTE With power sliding doors Lock button Unlock button Right sliding door button Left sliding door button Panic button Without power sliding doors Lock button • (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Lock button Sliding door transmitter buttons To lock the doors and the liftgate, press the LOCK button and the hazard warning lights will flash once. If your Mazda has power sliding doors (page 3-13), the transmitter can open/ close the sliding doors. To confirm that all the doors and the liftgate have been locked, press the LOCK button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will flash once.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE • When a power sliding door is not completely closed, pressing the power sliding door open/close transmitter button for 1 second or more will open the door completely. • Press the button to stop the power sliding doors while they are opening/closing. Panic button You can use the button to turn on the alarm, which allows you to signal for attention in an emergency.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter. 3. Put in the new battery (CR2025 or the equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing down. UN Replacing the transmitter battery LO CK Slot LO CK Back cover 2. Remove the battery. CAUTION Do not press any buttons when replacing the battery. The electronic code could be altered and cause the keyless entry system to malfunction.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Service Door Locks If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Locking, Unlocking with Key Either front door can be locked/unlocked with the key. Turn the key toward the front to unlock, toward the back to lock. ▼ Locking, Unlocking with DoorLock Knob Front doors To lock either front door from the inside, push its door-lock knob. To unlock, pull it out.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Sliding doors ▼ Power Door Locks* To lock a sliding door from the inside, push down its door-lock knob. To unlock, pull it up. Locking, unlocking with key Unlock All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when any front door is locked with the key. All doors and the liftgate unlock when the driver’s door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position a second longer. Also, all doors and the liftgate unlock when the passenger’s door is unlocked.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when LOCK is pushed. They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door-lock switch is pushed. Unlock Lock To close, pull the inner door handle or outer door handle.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Rear Door Child Safety Locks These locks are intended to help prevent children from accidentally opening the sliding doors. Use them both whenever a child rides in the vehicle. To lock the sliding doors, slide the child safety locks to the lock position before closing the doors. ▼ Easy Closure (With Power Sliding Doors) The Easy Closure system automatically closes the doors completely from the near-shut position.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Power Sliding Doors* The power sliding doors open/close electrically by operating switches in the vehicle or on the keyless entry system transmitter. To operate the power sliding doors with the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-3). Electric power to the power sliding doors can be switched on and off with the power sliding doors main switch.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks WARNING Children and the Power Sliding Door Switches: Allowing children to operate the power sliding door switches and the keyless entry system is dangerous. Children are not aware of the dangers of people getting fingers and hands caught in moving doors. Never allow children to operate the power sliding door system. Open Windows and Power Sliding Doors: It is dangerous to stick your head or hands out the power sliding door windows while the doors are opening/ closing.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE • The left power sliding door cannot fully open when the fuel-filler lid is open. To fully open the left power sliding door in this situation, carry out the following procedure: 1. Close the left power sliding door. 2. Close the fuel-filler lid. 3. Open the left power sliding door. • When the ABS warning light remains illuminated, the power sliding doors cannot be opened electrically (page 5-29).
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Operation from the rear seats When the power sliding doors are completely closed/open and either rear power sliding door switch is pressed for 1 second or more, the door where the switch was pressed opens/closes automatically after the beep sound is heard. NOTE When a power sliding door is not completely closed and a rear power sliding door switch is pressed for 1 second or more, the door completely opens automatically.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks When the doors are completely open and a door is slid by the handle 5 cm (2 in) in the direction of closing, the doors will completely close automatically after the beep sound is heard. When the power sliding doors are sliding in the opening direction and an obstruction is detected in its path, the beep sound will be heard and the doors slide in the opposite direction approximately 10 cm (4 in) and stop.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Liftgate WARNING Turn Power Sliding Doors Main Switch OFF When Working on Vehicle: Leaving the power sliding doors main switch in the ON position while working on the vehicle is dangerous. If the open/close switches are mistakenly pressed, the power sliding doors will slide and hands or head could become caught resulting in possible injury. Always press the power sliding doors main switch to the OFF position when working on the vehicle.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter* The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-3). ▼ Locking, Unlocking with DoorLock Switch* The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by operating the door-lock switch, refer to Power Door Locks (page 3-10). ▼ Opening and Closing the Liftgate Opening the liftgate Pull up on the handle.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Operating the Driver’s Side Power Window ▼ Operating the Passenger Power Windows Opening/closing The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on the driver’s door is in the unlocked position. To open the window to the desired position, push down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, pull up the switch.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Rear power windows ▼ Power Window Lock Switch To open a window to the desired position, push the lower part of the switch. To close a window to the desired position, push the upper part of the switch. With the lock switch in the unlocked position, all power windows on each door can be operated. With the lock switch in the locked position, only the driver’s side power window can be operated.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Rear Quarter Windows Open or close a swing-out rear quarter window by releasing the latch and moving the window. NOTE When parked in public areas, it is best to keep the rear quarter windows closed for security. ▼ Opening a Window Pull the latch inward and then push the window outward. 3-22 ▼ Closing a Window Pull the latch inward and then push it backward until it snaps shut. Make sure the window is securely closed.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ▼ Fuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. WARNING Fuel Spray: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness when ingested. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is removed too quickly. When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it. Fuel Vapor: Fuel vapor is dangerous.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is tightened securely. The check engine light may illuminate on when the cap isn’t tightened securely. If the light remains on (even after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Pull the hood latch up and lift the hood. Moonroof* The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Slide switch 3. Use the support rod to hold the hood open. Tilt switch WARNING Support rod Clip ▼ Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Slide Operation NOTE After washing your Mazda or after a rain, wipe the water off the moonroof before operating it to avoid water penetration which could cause rust and water damage to your headliner. To open to any position, press the rear of the slide switch. To close, press the front of the slide switch. ▼ Tilt Operation The rear of the moonroof can be tilted open to provide more ventilation. To tilt, push the rear of the tilt switch.
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened, but must be closed by hand. Sunshade CAUTION The sunshade doesn’t tilt. To avoid damaging the sunshade, don’t push up on it.
Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System* The optional immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle. CAUTION • When starting the engine do not allow the following, as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly. • A key ring rests on the key grip.
Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE • (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. • (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA.
Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE • If the warning light comes on and stays on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the engine will not start. • Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start, check the warning light. If it is flashing, remove the ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more, then reinsert it and try starting the engine again.
Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System* ▼ Operation System triggering conditions The optional theft-deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its contents from being stolen when all the doors, hood, and liftgate are locked. If forcible entry is attempted, the system sounds the horn and flashes the hazard warning lights. NOTE • The theft-deterrent system operates with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter.
Knowing Your Mazda Security System 3. The indicator light flashes once every 3 seconds to indicate that the system is fully armed. It continues to flash until the theft-deterrent system is turned off. ▼ Theft-Deterrent Labels ▼ To Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by any one of the following methods: • Unlock a door or the liftgate with the key. • Press the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry system transmitter.
Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel WARNING Adjusting the Steering Wheel: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving.
Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Selector switch Mirror switch WARNING Driving with Mirrors Folded In: Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is dangerous. Your rear view will be restricted, and you could have an accident. Always return the outside mirrors to the driving position before you start driving. Mirror defroster* After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by moving the selector switch to the middle position.
Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors WARNING Blocked View: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes. Don’t stack things higher than the seatbacks.
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4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ......................................... 4-2 Fuel Requirements ..................................................................... 4-2 Emission Control System .......................................................... 4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......................................... 4-5 Before Starting the Engine ...........................................................
Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Regular unleaded fuel Octane Rating* (Anti-knock index) 87 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (91 RON or above) *U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps.
Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. WARNING Parking Over Flammable Objects: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous.
Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard near the lower left part of the driver's seat or below the driver-side door from the outside, however this does not indicate an abnormality. Your vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates after turning off the engine.
Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately.
Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. • Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. • Look under the vehicle for any sign of a leak. • If you plan to back up, make sure nothing will be in your way. NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be inspected daily, weekly, or at refueling, depending on the fluid. See Maintenance, Section 8.
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda. How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs. • Don’t race the engine. • Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving.
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. If it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces, be very careful. When driving on ice or in water, snow, mud, sand, or similar hazard: • Be cautious and allow extra distance for braking.
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous. The spinning tire could overheat and explode. This could cause serious injuries. Don’t spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and don’t allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transaxle failure, and tire damage.
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips ▼ Snow Tires WARNING Mixing Tire Types: Using tires different in size or type is dangerous. Your vehicle’s handling could be greatly affected and result in an accident. Use only the same size and type tires (snow, radial, or nonradial) on all four wheels. CAUTION Check local regulations before using studded tires. ▼ Tire Chains Check local regulations before using tire chains. CAUTION • Chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels.
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to normal.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Your Mazda was designed and built primarily to carry passengers and cargo. If you must tow a trailer, follow these instructions because driver and passenger safety depends on proper equipment and safe driving habits. Towing a trailer will affect handling, braking, durability, performance, and economy. Never overload vehicle or trailer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you need further details.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing TRAILER TOWING-LOAD TABLE Because vehicle weights vary, adjustments must be made to meet the requirements in this table. Model Item MAX. FRONTAL AREA MAX. TTW With 4-Seasons Package Without 4-Seasons Package 2.97m2(32 ft2) Add trailer’s weight, load and hitch; vehicle passengers and vehicle load* * i.e. baggage, food, camp gear MAX.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Tow Loads: Attempting to tow loads greater than those specified is dangerous as it may cause serious handling and performance problems that could result in personal injury or vehicle damage, or both. Always keep tow loads within specified limits in the Trailer Towing-Load Table. Trailer Loading: Loading the trailer with more weight in the rear than in the front is dangerous. Doing so could cause you to lose control.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Unsecured Hitch: An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous as it causes greater trailer sway from crosswinds, rough roads or other causes, resulting in loss of control and a serious accident. Examine all trailer-hitch mounting bolts regularly and tighten any that are loose.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing ▼ Safety Chains Safety chains must be used as a precautionary measure should the trailer become unintentionally unhitched. They should cross under the trailer tongue and attach to the hitch. Leave enough slack to allow full turns. Consult literature published by your trailer or hitch manufacturer for more details. WARNING Towing Without Safety Chain: Towing a trailer without using a safety chain securely attached to both the trailer and the vehicle is dangerous.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing ▼ Trailer Towing Tips • Verify that your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or unloaded trailer is connected. Don’t drive if it has an abnormal front-up or front-down position. Inspect for incorrect tongue load, worn suspension parts, and trailer overloading. • Make sure the trailer is properly loaded and the cargo is secure to prevent it from shifting. • Make sure the mirrors conform to all government regulations.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Passing Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of room before changing lanes. Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of rough roads will affect handling. If swaying occurs, firmly grip the steering wheel and reduce speed immediately, but gradually. Steer straight ahead. If no extreme correction of steering or braking is made, the combination of less speed and firm steering will result in stability.
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Parking Always make sure the tires of the trailer and the tow vehicle are blocked while parked. Apply the parking brake firmly and put the transaxle in P. Avoid parking on an incline, but if you must, follow these instructions: 1. Depress and hold down the brake pedal. 2. Have a helper put wheel blocks against the downhill side of all vehicle and trailer tires. 3. Then release the brake pedal slowly until the blocks bear the load.
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5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-3 Brake System ............................................................................. 5-4 Automatic Transaxle Controls .........................................
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch ▼ Ignition Switch Positions NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-24). LOCK NOTE The steering wheel locks to protect against theft.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. NOTE • In extremely cold weather, below -18°C (0°F), or after the vehicle has stood idle several days, let the engine warm up without operating the accelerator.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Brake System ▼ Foot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use. Should power-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater force than normal to the brake pedal. But the distance required to stop will be greater than usual. WARNING Coasting with the Engine Off: Continuing to coast when the engine is stalled or turned off is dangerous.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Parking Brake CAUTION Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake linings or pads. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the handle up and press the button. Lower the handle to the release position while holding in the button. NOTE For parking in snow, refer to Winter Driving (page 4-9) regarding parking brake use. Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the brake handle fully upward.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Even if the light goes off, have your brake system inspected as soon as possible. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Brake Warning Light: Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains on, after checking that the parking brake is released, have the brakes inspected immediately. Don’t drive with this light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ ABS Warning Light* NOTE • When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. Recharge the battery. The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the ABS warning light stays on while you’re driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Automatic Transaxle Controls Driving with Worn Disc Pads: Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Overdrive button For turning the overdrive off or on Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and pull the shift lever toward you to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position).
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Transaxle Ranges R (Reverse) The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter. In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. You must be at a complete stop before shifting to or from R, except under rare circumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle (page 4-9). NOTE When shifting the automatic transaxle in extremely cold temperature, the shift pattern indicator will respond more slowly than under normal conditions.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving D (Drive) ▼ Shift-Lock System D is the normal driving position. From a stop, the transaxle will automatically shift through a 5-gear sequence. The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Shift-Lock Override ▼ Overdrive If the shift lever won’t move from P using the proper shift procedure, continue to hold down the pedal. Overdrive operation 1. Remove the shift-lock override cover with a screwdriver or similar tool. 2. Push the shift-lock override button down. In D, the transaxle automatically shifts to overdrive, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving O/D OFF indicator light ▼ Driving Tips Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress the accelerator fully. The transaxle will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed. This light comes on when the overdrive has been turned off. CAUTION If the overdrive-off indicator light flashes, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Power Steering Cruise Control* Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 40 km/h (25 mph). If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Cruise Set Indicator Light This light comes on when a cruising speed is set. ▼ Activation/Deactivation To activate the system, press the ON/OFF switch. The cruise main indicator light illuminates. To deactivate the system, press the switch again. The cruise main indicator light turns off. WARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it may be switched on accidentally.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE • The SET function can’t be activated until about 2 seconds after the ON/ OFF switch has been engaged. • Accelerate to the desired speed. Press the SET/COAST button and release it immediately. • On a steep grade, the vehicle may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down. ▼ To Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. • Press the RES/ACCEL button and hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the SET/COAST button. Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. ▼ To Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 40 km/h (25 mph) ▼ To Cancel To turn off the system, use one of these methods: • Press the ON/OFF switch. • Slightly depress the brake pedal. • Press the CANCEL button.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Traction Control System (TCS)* ▼ TCS Indicator Light The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by regulating engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels without causing them to spin and lose traction.
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ TCS OFF Indicator Light This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It goes off when the engine is started. It also comes on when you switch off the traction control system or when the system has a malfunction. NOTE NOTE • When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS will activate.
Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges 1 2 3 4 5 Speedometer .............................................................................................................. 5-21 Odometer, Trip Meter and Selector ........................................................................... 5-21 Tachometer ................................................................................................................ 5-22 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge .......................
Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators ▼ Speedometer NOTE The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. ▼ Odometer, Trip Meter and Selector The display mode can be changed from odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B and then back to odometer by pressing the selector while they are displayed. The selected mode will be displayed. The odometer and trip meter can be displayed as follows even when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position.
Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to "0.0" by holding the selector depressed for more than 1 second. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption. ▼ Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge The engine coolant temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant. NOTE • Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles).
Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators ▼ Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E, refuel as soon as possible. Low fuel warning light ▼ Dashboard Illumination When the headlight switch is in the or position, rotate the thumb-wheel to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal 5-24 Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-26 Charging System Warning Light 5-27 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5-28 Check Engine Light 5-28 ABS Warning Light 5-29 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-29 Low Fuel Warning Light 5-30
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light 5-30 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-30 Immobilizer System Warning/Security Indicator Light 5-30 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-31 O/D OFF Indicator Light 5-31 Shift Position Indicator Light 5-31 TCS Indicator Light 5-31 TCS OFF Indicator Light 5-32 Cruise Main Indicator Light 5-32 Cruise Set Indicator Light 5-32 Turn-Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights 5-32
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ▼ Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Even if the light goes off, have your brake system inspected as soon as possible. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds WARNING Brake Warning Light: Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains on, after checking that the parking brake is released, have the brakes inspected immediately. Don’t drive with this light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ▼ Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light ▼ Check Engine Light If the light illuminates while driving: If this light comes on while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to note the driving conditions when the light came on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. The check engine light may come on in the following cases: 2.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ▼ ABS Warning Light* NOTE • When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. Recharge the battery. The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the ABS warning light stays on while you’re driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds WARNING Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Systems: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled. This could cause serious injuries. Never tamper with the systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer performs all servicing and repairs. ▼ Door-Ajar Warning Light This warning light comes on when any door or liftgate isn’t securely closed.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Security indicator light ▼ Shift Position Indicator Light When there is no key in the ignition switch, and the theft-deterrent system has been armed, the light will flash once every 3 seconds. This indicates that the system is working properly. This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ▼ TCS OFF Indicator Light* ▼ Cruise Set Indicator Light* This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It goes off when the engine is started. It also comes on when you switch off the traction control system or when the system has a malfunction. This light comes on when a cruising speed is set.
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds ▼ Seat Belt Warning Beep If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. ▼ Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep sound will be heard when the driver’s door is opened.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls ▼ Headlight High-Low Beam Lighting Control Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull it back for low. High beam Low beam ▼ Headlights To turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the end of the control lever. Switch Position Headlights Taillights Parking lights License lights Side-marker lights OFF Off Off On Off On On NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, don’t leave the lights on while the engine is off.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls ▼ Daytime Running Lights (Canada Model) In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation. For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. NOTE The running lights go off when the parking brake is applied. Turn and Lane-Change Signals ▼ Turn Signal Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Fog Lights* Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen. To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the fog light switch to the position. The headlight switch must be in the position to turn on the front fog lights. Fog light switch To turn them off, rotate the fog light switch to the OFF position or turn the headlight switch to the or OFF position. NOTE The fog lights will turn off when the headlights are set at high beam.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls ▼ Windshield Wipers One-touch wipers For a single wiping cycle, push the lever up to MIST. OFF MIST INT OFF 1 2 Turn the wipers on by pulling the lever down. INT — Intermittent 1 — Normal 2 — Fast Variable-speed intermittent wipers ▼ Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid. Set the lever to INT and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Wiper and Washer The ignition switch must be in the ON position. ▼ Rear Window Wiper Washer ON INT OFF Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster, the indicator light will illuminate. Press the switch again to turn it off. Washer Turn the wiper on by turning the rear wiper/washer switch.
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn, press around the mark of the steering wheel. Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Hazard warning flasher Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash at once.
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6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio system. Climate Control System ................................................................ 6-2 Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2 Vent Operation (Front) .............................................................. 6-3 Control Panel (Front) ................................................................. 6-5 Vent Operation (Rear) .............
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips ▼ Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. ▼ Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow and ice from the hood and the air inlet in the cowling grille to improve the system efficiency. ▼ Foggy Windows The windows may fog up easily in humid weather. Use the climate control system to defog the windows.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation (Front) Knob Close Open ▼ Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob. Horizontal air flow can be adjusted by pressing the vent left or right. Adjusting the amount of airflow These vents can be opened and closed with wheel. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel (Front) Fan control dial A/C switch Rear window defroster switch (page 5-38) Temperature control dial 1 A/C 2 3 4 0 Air intake selector switch 0 REAR 1 2 3 Mode selector dial Rear air-conditioner main switch (page 6-12) ▼ Control Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. This dial allows variable fan speeds.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (page 6-4). This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle. A/C switch Press the switch to alternate between the and positions. The indicator light for the selected mode will illuminate. It is recommended that under normal conditions the switch be kept in the outside air position. Outside air position ( Push the switch to turn the air conditioner on.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System WARNING The Recirculated Air Position: Using the position in cold or rainy weather will cause the glass to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather. ▼ Heating 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the hot position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. 5.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE • When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the position, then set the fan control dial to position 4. • If warmer air is desired at floor level, set the mode selector dial at the position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Dehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. 5. Turn on the air conditioner.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation (Rear) * Knob * * * * * Depending on the model some vents may not be available. ▼ Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Selecting the Airflow Mode Floor Vents Roof Vents 6-11
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel (Rear)* Type A NOTE: (Rear heater type) Supplies only hot air out of floor outlets. (Rear cooler type) Supplies only cold air out of roof vents. Fan control dial Type B NOTE: Supplies cold or hot air out of roof vents or floor outlets. Fan control dial ▼ Control Switches Rear air conditioner main switch 0 REAR 1 2 3 The air conditioner has front and rear controls. The front air conditioner controls override the rear controls.
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial (Type B) Fan control dial 0 1 2 3 This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0—Fan off 1—Low speed 2—Medium speed 3—High speed Turn the dial to select the cooler mode or the heater mode. —cooler mode —heater mode NOTE When the rear air conditioner main switch is not set to the REAR position, the fan control dial of the rear air conditioner control panel does not work. The front air conditioner controls override the rear controls.
Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna ▼ Detachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Operating Tips for Audio System WARNING Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving the Vehicle Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident. Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals. Because of this, two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time. Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon.
Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Strong signal noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings, mountains, and other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may change suddenly, resulting in annoying noise. This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating Tips for Cassette Tape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, capstans, and pinch rollers will gather oxide residue from cassette tapes. This can cause weak or wavering sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player. Use a good quality headcleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to remove it. Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Never attempt to repair it or insert a screwdriver or anything else.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating Tips for Mini Disc (MD) Player The following precautions should be observed. • The MD player can also play MDLPs that have been recorded in MDLP mode. (MDLPs bearing the identification logo as shown below). • Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. • Do not insert any objects, other than MDs, into the slot. • The MD player has been designed to play MDs bearing the identification logo as shown. No other MDs can be played.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating Tips for CD Player/InDash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the CD player/changer may become clouded with condensation. At this time, the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit. A clouded CD can be corrected simply by wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded optical components will clear naturally in about an hour.
Interior Comfort Audio System • When driving over uneven surfaces, the sound may jump. • The CD player/changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown. No other discs can be played. • Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs. Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. • Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface, thus affecting sound quality.
Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set* CD Player* In-dash CD Changer* Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player* Mini Disc (MD) Player* Power/Volume/Sound Controls ............................................................................................. 6-22 Clock ..................................................................................................................................... 6-24 Operating the Radio .................................................
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Power/Volume/Sound Controls Display Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Volume adjustment Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. To adjust the volume, turn the power/ volume dial. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. Turn the power/volume dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it.
Interior Comfort Audio System Audio sound adjustment 1. Press the audio control dial to select the function. The selected function will be indicated. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: NOTE About 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the volume function will be automatically selected. To reset bass, mid-range, treble, fade and balance, press the audio control dial for 2 seconds. The unit will beep and "CLEAR" will be displayed.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Clock Display Clock button Hour set button Minute set button Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position. 1. To adjust the time, press the clock button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. The clock’s current time will flash. NOTE To select 12-hour or 24-hour clock time, turn the audio control dial while the clock display is flashing.
Interior Comfort Audio System Exact hour adjustment 1. To set the exact hour, press the clock button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. The clock’s current time will flash. 2. Press the clock button ( ) again and the time will be adjusted as follows: (Example) 12:01—12:29→12:00 12:30—12:59→1:00 NOTE ) is • When the clock button ( released, the seconds are reset to "00".
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Radio Satellite button* Band selector button Display Scan button Seek tuning button Auto memory button/Electric serial number button* Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial *Used on vehicles equipped with the separately sold Sirius digital satellite radio unit. For information on use, read the manual accompanying the Sirius unit. Tuning Radio ON Press a band selector button ( turn the radio on.
Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , ) will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically. NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning Press the scan button ( ) to automatically sample strong stations. Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds. To hold a station, merely press the scan button ( ) again during this interval.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Cassette Tape Player* Display Cassette tape play button Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Repeat button Dolby NR button Cassette tape eject button Program button Cassette tape insert Playing Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open edge to the right and cassette tape will begin play and "TAPE" will be displayed. At the end of the cassette tape, the unit automatically reverses cassette tape play.
Interior Comfort Audio System * Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Ejecting the cassette tape Press the cassette tape eject button ( eject the cassette tape. ) to Press the APC button ( ) to the beginning of the next selection. Press the APC button ( ) to the beginning of the one being played.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player* Main display MD play button Fast-forward button Track up button Scan button Track down button Display button MD slot Reverse button MD display button Display feed dial MD eject button Repeat button Random button MD display Inserting the MD Playing Insert the MD, label-side up with the arrow pointed to the slot. The autoloading mechanism will set the MD and begin play.
Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected. Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly. Press the repeat button ( ) during play.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player* CD play button CD eject button CD slot Disc-in indicator Display Fast-forward button Scan button Track up button Track down button Reverse button Random button Repeat button Inserting the CD Playing Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play. There will be a short lapse before play begins while the player reads the digital signals on the CD.
Interior Comfort Audio System Track search Repeat play Press the track up button ( ) once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track. Press the track down button ( ) once to skip back to the beginning of the current track. This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly. Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash).
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the In-Dash CD Changer* Disc-in indicator Channel preset buttons Display CD slot CD play button CD eject button Load button Scan button Track up button Track down button Disc down button Fast-forward button Repeat button Reverse button Power/Volume dial Disc up button Random button Inserting the CD The CD must be label-side up when inserting. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play.
Interior Comfort Audio System Ejecting the CD Normal insertion 1. Press the load button ( ). 2. When "In" is displayed, insert the CD. Inserting CDs into desired tray number 1. Press and hold the load button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number within 5 seconds after the beep is heard. 3. When "In" is displayed, insert the CD. NOTE The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied.
Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE • CDs will be ejected starting with the one with the lowest number. • All CDs in the tray will be ejected continuously. • CDs can be ejected when the ignition switch is off. Press and hold the CD eject button ( ) for about 2 seconds and all CDs will eject. Playing Press the CD play button ( ) to start playing when a CD is in the unit. Fast-forward/Reverse Press and hold the fast-forward button ( ) to advance through a track at high speed.
Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause CHECK MD MD is inserted upside down CHECK MD MD is defective CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down CHECK CD CD is defective Solution Insert the MD properly. If the error indication does not disappear, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Insert another MD properly.
Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation* ▼ Adjusting the Volume To increase the volume, press volume button ( ). To decrease the volume, press volume button ( ). NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the dashboard. Always make safe driving your first priority. 6-38 *Some models.
Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE Cassette tape, MD, CD and CD changer modes cannot be selected in the following cases: • A cassette deck, MD, CD, or CD changer are not equipped on the audio system. • A cassette tape, MD or CD have not been inserted. ▼ Seek Switch When playing a cassette tape Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it will advance to the next selection. Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it will repeat the selection being played.
Interior Comfort Audio System Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION • This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Sunvisor ▼ Vanity Mirrors To use the vanity mirror, lower the sunvisor. If your vehicle is equipped with a vanity mirror light, it will illuminate when you open the cover. ▼ Side Extention Sunvisors The visor extender extends the sunvisor’s range of sun shading. To use, pull it out.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Interior Lights ▼ Illuminated Entry System* When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position), the luggage compartment light (switch is in the ON position) and the courtesy lights turn on for: ▼ Overhead Lights Front Without moonroof (with overhead console) DOO R OFF • About 30 seconds after the driver’s door is unlocked and the ignition key is removed. • About 15 seconds after all doors are closed.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment OFF DOOR Light off • Light on when any door or the liftgate is open • (With illuminated entry system) Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on ▼ Map Lights The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Luggage Compartment Light Lighter* The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Press the lighter in and release it. When ready for use, it automatically pops out. ON OFF OFF ON Light off • Light on when any door or the liftgate is open • (With illuminated entry system) Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on ▼ Courtesy Lights Turns on when any door is open or the illuminated entry system is on.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray* ▼ Rear WARNING CAUTION Don’t use the ashtray for trash. You might start a fire. ▼ Front To open, pull the tray out and open the cover. Using Ashtray Removed from its Fixed Position: Using an ashtray removed from its fixed position or not completely inserted is dangerous. Cigarettes could roll around or spill out of the ashtray into the vehicle and start a fire.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Type B To remove, open and push down on the lock spring. Cup Holder WARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving. Don’t Put Anything Other Than Cups or Drink cans in Cup Holder: Putting objects other than cups or drink cans in a cup holder is dangerous.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment NOTE Replacement ashtrays are available from an Authorized Mazda Dealer if they are missing. ▼ Front Seat side table To use the cup holder 1. Raise the table (page 2-6)(page 2-11). 2. Pull the cup holder end to extend it rearwards. To use, pull the tray out. To collapse the table ▼ Rear Second seat (Passenger seat only) The cup holder is located on the outboard side of the right second-row seats. To use the cup holder, pull it out. 1.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Third seat If an ashtray is equipped, pull it out and use the hole for an additional cup holder. Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the sliding doors. Ashtray CAUTION Don’t use the bottle holders for containers without caps. The contents may spill when the door is opened.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Storage Compartments 2. Take out the urethane spacer. 3. Open the cap by pushing it from inside the box. WARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving. Cap CAUTION Don’t leave eyeglasses or lighters in the storage boxes while parked under the sun.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Glove Box To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. ▼ Under Seat Tray (Front Passenger Seat Only) Lift the latch and pull the tray forward. Unlock Lock ▼ Storage Box (In Seat Side Table) ▼ Front Console To use the storage box Pull the latch to open. 1. Raise the table (page 2-6)(page 2-11). 2. Push the button to open.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment To collapse the table ▼ Cargo Securing Loops 1. Close the lid on the storage box. 2. Pull the lever under the table, then lower it (page 2-6)(page 2-11). After the table is collapsed, press the table surface to lock it in place. WARNING Not Securing Luggage and Cargo: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as they could move or be crushed in sudden braking or a collision and cause injury. Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Shopping Bag Hooks The shopping bag hooks can be used for hanging shopping bags. CAUTION Do not hang excessive weight on the shopping bag hooks as they could be damaged. Accessory Sockets* The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A). Front Cap Shopping bag hook (tensile strength: 3 kg (6.6 lb)) 6-52 *Some models.
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment CAUTION To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following: • Don’t use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A). • Don’t use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent. • Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use. • Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket. NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, don’t use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling.
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7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ........................................................... 7-2 Flat Tire .......................................................................................... 7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...................................................... 7-3 Changing a Flat Tire ..........................................
In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Hazard warning flasher Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash at once. NOTE • The turn signals don’t work when the hazard warning lights are on.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire ▼ Jack To secure the jack To remove the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. 1. Remove the cover. ▼ Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods. Temporary spares should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To remove the spare tire CAUTION To avoid damage to the temporary spare or to the vehicle, observe the following precautions: • Don’t exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). • Avoid driving over obstacles. Also, don’t drive through an automatic car wash. This tire’s diameter is smaller than a conventional tire’s, so the ground clearance is reduced about 25 mm (1 in). 1. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic. 2.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Locate the spare tire carrier socket cap on the right, in front of the second-row seat. Unscrew it by turning it counterclockwise. 7. Slowly turn the lug wrench counterclockwise until the spare tire reaches the ground and the cable becomes loose. Spare tire 4. Remove the spare tire lever and lug wrench from the tool bag. 5. Raise the reclining lever and push the front seatback forward and out of the way. Make sure the seatback is locked. 6.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 8. Rotate the small lever on top of the retaining plate and pull the retaining plate out from the center hole of the tire. 2. Raise the spare tire slowly in reverse order of removal. WARNING Retaining plate NOTE A flat tire which has been removed from the vehicle for repair cannot be carried in the spare tire carrier. Secure the flat tire with the tire clamp and wing nut in the luggage compartment (page 7-12). To secure the spare tire 1.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Replace the spare tire carrier cap in the socket and turn it until the spare tire is pulled up tight. Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. • Steering becomes difficult. • The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. • The vehicle pulls in one direction. WARNING Loose Spare Tire Carrier Socket: A loose spare tire carrier socket cap is dangerous. The cable could be cut causing the spare tire to fall off.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it. 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Shift into Park (P) and turn off the engine. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher. 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic. CAUTION If the jack leans towards the front or the rear when jacking up, lower the vehicle until the wheels are firmly on the ground.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire CAUTION Align the notch on the wheel cover with the valve stem when installing it. 3. Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire being changed. Notch Tire valve Jacking position Damage could occur during installation if the wheel cover is not properly aligned. 2. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but don’t remove any until the tire has been raised off the ground.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Insert the jack lever and attach the lug wrench to tire jack. Lug wrench Jack lever 5. Turn the lug wrench clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the spare tire can be installed. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move. ▼ Locking Lug Nuts* If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To replace the nut 1. Place the key on top of the nut. 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. 2. Place the lug wrench on top of the key, apply pressure, and turn it clockwise. ▼ Mounting the Spare Tire 1. Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub, including the hub bolts, with a cloth.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle. Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown. If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Nut tightening torque: N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 108—147 (11—15, 80—108) WARNING Loose Lug Nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. The wheel could wobble or come off.
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 6. With the tire facing outward, punch a hole through the vinyl bag and the center hole, using the flat tire securing bolt. 8. Install the flat tire with the tire securing bolt hooked in the anchor clip as shown below. Flat tire securing bolt 7. Lift the anchor clip on the back of third-row seat. 9. Secure the flat tire with the tire clamp and wing nut as shown below. Have the damaged tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
In Case of an Emergency Overheating Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Cooling Fan and Engine Inspection: Inspecting the engine with the ignition switch in the ON position is dangerous. The cooling fan could turn on unexpectedly even when the engine isn’t running. You could be seriously injured by the fan.
In Case of an Emergency Overheating 6. When cool, check the coolant level. If it’s low, look for coolant leaks from the radiator and hoses. If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Coolant reservoir Cooling system cap F L If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-12).
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there—for up to 10 seconds. If the engine starts, release the key and accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up. 3.
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work. WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery, read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting it. Eye Protection: Working without eye protection is dangerous.
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep Flames Away: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. When working near a battery, do not allow metal tools to contact the positive ( ) or negative ( ) terminal of the battery.
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 4. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes. Then start the engine of the other vehicle. 2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, don’t allow the vehicles to touch. Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both vehicles. 5.
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting You can’t start a vehicle with an automatic transaxle by pushing it.
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Towing Description We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. CAUTION Don’t tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle. A towed vehicle usually should have its front wheels off the ground.
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Don’t use the tiedown hooks under the front and rear for towing. They are designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it’s being transported. Using them for towing will damage the bumper. Recreational Towing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
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8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction ................................................................................... 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ............................................................. 8-3 Owner Maintenance ...................................................
Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you’re unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Factory-trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle.
Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance ▼ Schedule 1 I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary. R: Replace L: Lubricate Months 6 12 18 24 Maintenance Interval 12 24 36 48 (Number of months or kilometers ×1000 km (miles), whichever comes first) 7.5 15 22.5 30 ×1000 miles 30 60 37.5 36 72 45 42 84 52.
Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance ▼ Schedule 2 I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools. Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick Cooling system cap Brake fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Power steering fluid reservoir Air filter Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse block Engine oil-filler cap Battery Engine oil dipstick Engine oil filter 8-9
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Inspecting Engine Oil Level Engine Oil ▼ Recommended Oil 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. Oil container labels provide important information. 2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Changing Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Please act responsibly—protect the environment and take used oil to a recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a service station for information. 2. Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. 3. Replace the plug tightly after the oil has thoroughly drained. 4. Fill the engine with new oil to the MAX mark on the dipstick. 5.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Changing oil filter Because you need a special tool to retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do the work. Engine Coolant ▼ Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING Hot Engine: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. You could be burned. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it. Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at least once a year—at the beginning of the winter season—and before traveling where temperatures may drop below freezing. Inspect the condition and connections of all cooling system and heater hoses. Replace any that are swollen or deteriorated. The coolant should be at full in the radiator and between the F and L marks on the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance To change coolant WARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap: Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is dangerous. This might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in serious injury from escaping hot coolant or steam. Turn off the engine and wait until it’s cool. Even then, be very careful when removing the cap. Wrap a thick cloth around the cap and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake Fluid ▼ Inspecting Brake Fluid Level Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept at MAX. The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake linings. If it is excessively low, have the brake system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. ▼ Adding Brake Fluid WARNING Spilled Brake Fluid: Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes, they could be seriously injured.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Power Steering Fluid ▼ Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION To avoid damage to the power steering pump, don’t operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is low. NOTE Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4). Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at each engine oil change with the engine off and cold. Add fluid if necessary; it does not require periodic changing.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION WARNING Sudden Vehicle Movement: Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever. 4. With the engine still idling, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back. 5. Pull it out again. The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows. • Use the cold scale only as a reference.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. ▼ Inspecting Washer Fluid Level WARNING Substitute Washer Fluid: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident. Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather. Make sure the engine hood’s secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. Air Filter CAUTION Don’t drive without an air filter. This could result in excessive engine wear.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Separate the air cleaner housing and remove the filter. Air cleaner housing Air filter Wiper Blades CAUTION • Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the cleanability of windows. • To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don’t use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them. 3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth. 4. Clean or replace the filter.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked. Replace them. 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal support. Metal support CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components, don’t move the wipers by hand. 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION • Don’t bend the stiffeners. You need to use them again. • If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade’s wiping efficiency could be reduced. So don’t use the driver’s side metal stiffeners on the passenger’s side, or vice versa. • Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffeners in the new blade rubber so that the curve is the same as it was in the old blade rubber. 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder. 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. Pull out 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in new blades. Stiffeners CAUTION Don’t bend the stiffeners. You need to use them again.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. Follow These Precautions Carefully To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery, read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting it.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Children and Batteries: Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin. Always keep batteries out of the reach of children. Keep Flames Away: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Battery Maintenance ▼ Inspecting Electrolyte Level A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause the battery to discharge quickly. Upper level To get the best service from a battery: • Keep it securely mounted. • Keep the top clean and dry. • Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. • Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately with a solution of water and baking soda.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel economy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. WARNING Using Different Tire Types: Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous. It could cause poor handling and poor braking; leading to loss of control.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE • Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don’t release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. • Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim. • Overinflation can produce a harsh ride and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards. Keep your tire pressure at the correct levels. If one frequently needs inflating, have it inspected.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side. ▼ Replacing a Tire WARNING Worn Tires: Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident. Always use tires that are in good condition.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing a Wheel WARNING Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel: Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident. Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead lights/Map lights Overhead light Parking lights Headlights Courtesy lights Side turn signal lights Fog lights* Brake lights/Taillights Rear turn signal lights Front turn signal lights/Front side-marker lights High-mount brake light License plate lights Reverse lights Taillights/Rear side-marker lights Luggage compartment light *Some models.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Your Mazda’s headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. WARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass. If the glass portion is touched with bare hands, body oil could cause the bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 7. Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the socket by pulling it straight back. 2. If a retaining spring is equipped, swing it outward. 8. Replace the bulb. 9. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. NOTE • Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children. • When reinstalling the sealing cover, make sure faces up. Replacing a fog light bulb* 1.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Front turn signal lights/Front sidemarker lights 1. Turn the screw counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Turn the center section of the plastic retainer counterclockwise and remove it, then partially peel back the mudguard. Side turn signal lights 1. Slide the unit as shown in the figure to remove it. 2. Detach the electrical connector from the unit by pulling it to the rear. Removal Installation Screw 3.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal lights, Reverse lights, Taillights/Rearside marker lights 1. Remove the bolts with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the rear combination component. High-mount brake lights 1. Remove the liftgate upper trim. 2. Push the tab as shown in the figure, and then remove the high-mount brake light unit. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE An unsecured high-mount brake light will allow water to leak into the vehicle. Make sure the high-mount brake light is tightly fastened to the vehicle and if water still leaks, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. ▼ Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light/Map lights 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with the screwdriver. 2.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance With sunroof Edge 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Courtesy lights Edge Vanity mirror lights Overhead light, Courtesy lights, Vanity mirror lights* 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with the screwdriver. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. Overhead light Edge 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Luggage compartment light 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it in the luggage compartment light as shown in the figure, and then remove the luggage compartment light unit. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. Fuses Your vehicle’s electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don’t work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the fuse panel. If the headlights or other electrical components don’t work and the fuses in the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches. 2. Remove the fuse block cover. Tab Fuse puller 4. Inspect it and replace if it’s blown. Fuse block cover 3.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING 1 DEFOG 40A 2 BTN 60A 3 ABS 60A 4 5 6 FAN1 FAN2 HEATER 30A 30A 40A 7 R.HEAT 30A 8 9 8-40 IG KEY2 A/C 40A 10A *Some models. PROTECTED COMPONENT Rear window defroster STOP, HAZARD, ROOM, D.LOCK and DRL fuses Antilock brake system*, For protection of various circuits Cooling fan Cooling fan Heater Rear heater*, For protection of various circuits A/C, P.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Driver’s side) DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING 1 P.WIND 30A 2 WIPER 20A 3 SUN ROOF 15A 4 R.WIP 10A 5 SEAT 20A 6 M.
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING 23 ACC. DELAY 30A 24 METER 15A 25 26 27 28 ST.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint’s protective properties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possible damage, with tips on how to prevent them.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care ▼ Water Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehicle’s finish. Prevention It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Exterior Care To minimize scratches on the vehicle’s paint finish: Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. • Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter using lukewarm or cold water before washing. ▼ Maintaining the Finish • Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth when washing the vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately. When prompt washing with plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap made for use on vehicles. Thoroughly rinse off all soap with lukewarm or cold water. Don’t allow soap to dry on the finish. After washing the vehicle, dry it with a clean chamois to prevent water spots from forming.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION Don’t use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration. ▼ Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Interior Care ▼ Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard. They’ll damage and discolor it. If these solutions get on the dashboard, wipe them off immediately. CAUTION Do not use glazing agents. Glazing agents contain ingredients which may cause discoloration, wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care ▼ Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container. CAUTION Don’t scrape or scratch the inside of the rear window. You may damage the rear window defroster grid.
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9 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ..................................................................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ................................................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (Canada) .................................................. 9-4 Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) ........................................... 9-7 Mazda Importer/Distributors ...........
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following information: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number 2. Year and model of vehicle 3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver’s side corner of the dash) 4. Purchase date and current mileage 5. Your dealer’s name and location 6. Your question(s) If you live outside the U.S.A.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Canada) ▼ Satisfaction Review Process Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer’s service facilities, personnel and equipment. We urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence therefore for most effective results. ▼ Mediation/Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda’s Customer Satisfaction Program.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below: Province/Territory British Columbia & Yukon Territories Alberta & Northwest Territories Saskatchewan Manitoba Ontario Atlantic Canada Quebec CAMVAP Number (604) 681-0312 (403) 426-0650 (306) 352-9259 (204) 942-7166 (416) 596-8824 (902) 422-5413 (418) 649-1330 ▼ Regional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES MAZDA CANADA INC. WESTERN REGION 8171 ACKROYD ROAD SUITE 2000 RICHMOND B.C.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Importer/Distributor Distributor in Each Area ▼ U.S.A. ▼ CANADA Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL:1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Mazda Canada Inc.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda • New Vehicle Limited Warranty • Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) • Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty • Anti-perforation Limited Warranty • Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) • Emission Defect Warranty • Emission Performance Warranty • California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. Vehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries. In addition to registration problems, satisfactory service may be difficult or even impossible in another country. The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system; the Mazda warranty doesn’t cover this.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s hands. Use of these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance. ▼ Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects NOTE If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to: Mazda North American Operations 7755, Irvine Center Drive Irvine, California 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 Customer Assistance Center or toll free at 1 (800) 222-5500 If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown (page 9-8) in this booklet.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below. If they don’t have what you need in stock, they can order it for you. PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER 9999-95-038B-04 9999-95-024G-04 9999-95-029C-04 (U.S.A.
10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ............................................................................... 10-4 Specifications ..........................................................................
Identification Numbers Vehicle Information Labels ▼ Chassis Number ▼ Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield.
Identification Numbers ▼ Engine Number Front 10-3
Specifications Specifications ▼ Engine Item Classification DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in) 10.0 Type Bore × Stroke Displacement Compression ratio ▼ Electrical System Item Classification 12V-48AH/5HR MF 12V-55AH/5HR MF 12 V - 110 A 12 V - 1.4 kW AGSF 32WM 1.32—1.42 mm (0.051—0.
Specifications ▼ Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement With rear heater Coolant Without rear heater Automatic transaxle fluid With 4-Seasons package Washer fluid Without 4-Seasons package Fuel tank Engine oil Unit US qt 6.0 5.5 12.7 10.8 10.3 5.8 2.3 19.8 (US gal) L 5.7 5.2 12.0 10.2 9.7 5.5 2.2 75 Imp qt 5.0 4.6 10.6 9.3 8.5 4.8 1.9 16.5 (Imp gal) Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Specifications ▼ Light Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb Headlights Front turn signal lights/Front side-marker lights Fog lights* Parking lights Side turn signal lights*1 Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights Taillights/Rear side-marker lights High-mount brake light Reverse lights License plate lights *1Bulb Wattage 60/55 21/5 55 5 5 21 21/5 5 5 16 5 Category ECE R HB2 — H11 W5W WY5W WY21W W21/5W W5W W5W W16W W5W SAE — #1157NA — #168 — — #7443 #168 #168 #921 — replacement is not possible because
Specifications ▼ Tires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-27.
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Index A B Accessory Socket ............................. 6-52 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...................................... 9-13 Air Bag Systems .............................. 2-56 Air Filter .......................................... 8-19 Antenna ............................................ 6-14 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........ 5-7 Warning light .............................. 5-8 Appearance Care .............................. 8-43 Ashtray ...........................................
Index D E Dashboard Illumination ...................5-23 Daytime Running Lights ..................5-35 Defroster Rear window .............................5-38 Dimensions ......................................10-5 Door Locks ......................................... 3-8 Driving In Flooded Area ..................4-11 Driving Tips ....................................... 4-7 Automatic transaxle ..................5-13 Break-in period ........................... 4-7 Driving in flooded area .............
Index H K Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-39 Hazardous Driving ............................. 4-8 Headlights Control ...................................... 5-34 Flashing .................................... 5-34 High-low beam ......................... 5-34 On reminder .............................. 5-34 Hood Release ................................... 3-24 Horn ................................................. 5-39 Keyless Entry System ........................3-3 Keys .........................
Index O S Odometer and Trip Meter ................5-21 Outside Mirrors ................................3-33 Overhead Console ............................6-49 Overhead Lights ...............................6-42 Overheating ......................................7-15 Overloading ......................................4-11 Safety Defects, Reporting ................9-17 Seat Belt System 2-point type ...............................2-37 3-point type ...............................2-33 Automatic locking .........
Index S T Storage Box ..................................... 6-50 Storage Compartments ..................... 6-49 Cargo securing loops ................ 6-51 Eyeglass holder ......................... 6-49 Front console ............................ 6-50 Glove box ................................. 6-50 Overhead console ..................... 6-49 Rear console ............................. 6-51 Shopping bag hooks ................. 6-52 Storage box ............................... 6-50 Under seat tray ...........
Index W Windows Power windows .........................3-19 Rear quarter windows ...............3-22 Windshield Washer ..........................5-37 Windshield Wipers ...........................5-37 Blades replacement ...................8-20 Winter Driving ...................................
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