Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster 3 10 Warning and control lights Gauges 10 16 Entertainment Systems 19 AM/FM stereo with CD 19 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Speed control 50 50 54 54 56 57 62 62 65 67 69 Locks and Security 77 Keys Locks Anti-theft system 77 77 78 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety res
Table of Contents Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 139 157 160 Roadside Emergencies 165 Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Jump starting Wrecker towing 167 167 168 180 186 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. WARNING: By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers. WARNING: Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm System Feature Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning MAX MIN INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this g
Instrument Cluster Windshield wiper/washer control (pg. 62) Headlamp and turn signal control (pg. 54) Fog lamp control* (pg. 55) Power mirror control* (pg. 68) Instrument cluster (pg. 10) Speed controls* (pg. 69) Instrument panel dimmer control (pg. 55) * if equipped 8 Driver air bag (pg. 108) Manual tilt steering wheel lever (pg.
Instrument Cluster Rear window defroster control (pg. 53) Climate controls (pg. 50) *if equipped Hazard flasher control (pg. 167) Audio system (pg. 19) 4WD control* (pg. 148) Auxiliary power point (pg.
Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES CHECK FUEL CAP Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.
Instrument Cluster What you should do if the light illuminates Light turns on (without blinking): This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Examples are: light to illuminate. 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly.) 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened.
Instrument Cluster Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near, empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm that the air bags (front or side) are operational. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. Safety belt Illuminates to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Instrument Cluster Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) Illuminates to ensure the circuit is functional. ABS WARNING: If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released. Turn signals Illuminates when the turn signals or the hazard lights are turned on.
Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. To avoid engine damage, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped) Illuminates when the four-wheel drive is engaged.
Instrument Cluster Check fuel cap (if equipped) Momentarily illuminates when the CHECK ignition is turned to the ON position FUEL to ensure your bulb is working. CAP When this light turns on, check the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on, can activate the warning light. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. This period will vary depending on driving conditions.
Instrument Cluster GAUGES CHECK FUEL CAP Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.
Instrument Cluster Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.
Instrument Cluster Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. Press and hold the button for 1 or more seconds to reset. Press and release the button in less than 1 second to toggle between odometer and trip odometer.
Entertainment Systems AM/FM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC PLAYER Volume/power control Ensure that the ignition is either in the ACC or ON position for the audio system to function. Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.
Entertainment Systems Turn the control to raise or lower the volume. NOTE: To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a long period when the engine is not running. NOTE:Once the system is turned off, press the VOL control again to listen to the frequency last tuned to. AM/FM select Ensure that the ignition is in the ACC or ON position for the radio to operate. Press the AM or FM1/2 control to enter radio mode.
Entertainment Systems Press the TUNE control to select the desired function. Turn the TUNE control to adjust the desired levels. Refer to Treble adjust for specific instructions on level adjustments. The TUNE control will also work in radio mode to manually increase or decrease the frequency. Turn the TUNE control to the left for a lower frequency. Turn the TUNE control to the right for a higher frequency.
Entertainment Systems Scan function The scan function works in radio and CD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to disable scan mode. Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control during CD play to hear the first ten seconds of each track. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode. NOTE: If the unit is left in scan mode, normal play will resume where scan was selected.
Entertainment Systems Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the audio control until TREB is displayed. Turn the control to increase (right) or decrease (left) the amount of treble output. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the audio control until BASS appears.
Entertainment Systems Turn the control to increase (right) or decrease (left) the amount of bass output. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the audio control until FADE appears. Turn the control (right or left) to adjust between the front and rear speakers.
Entertainment Systems Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the audio control until BAL appears. Turn the control (right or left) to adjust between the right and left speakers. Mid-range adjust (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a mid-range adjust. The TUNE control allows you to adjust the mid-range levels. Press the audio control until MID appears in the display.
Entertainment Systems Turn the control to the right to increase the mid-range. Turn the control to the left to decrease the mid-range. The level will display. Release the TUNE control when the desired level is reached. NOTE: Approximately 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the volume function will be automatically selected. To reset the mid-range, press the TUNE control for approximately 2 seconds. The unit will beep and CL will appear in the display.
Entertainment Systems Auto memory tuning Auto memory tuning allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autoset memory preset 1. Press the AM or FM1/2 control to select a frequency. 2. Press and momentarily hold the AUTO-M (Auto memory) control. The system will beep. 3.
Entertainment Systems The cassette’s top side is playing when The cassette’s bottom side is playing when display. is illuminated in the display. is illuminated in the NOTE: When a metal tape is inserted, the player will automatically compensate and MTL will appear in the display. Press the VOL (Volume) control to stop cassette play. CD select To begin CD play: 1. Insert a CD into the slot, label side up. The system will auto-load the CD and begin play after a short pause.
Entertainment Systems Repeat play in CD mode Press the RPT control during play. RPT will illuminate in the display. The current selection will be repeated. To disengage repeat play, press the RPT control again. Track search Track search works in CD mode. Press the on the TRACK control to skip forward to the beginning of the next track. on the TRACK control Press the to skip back to the beginning of the current track. Disc search Disc search works in CD mode.
Entertainment Systems NOTE: When a CD is ejected during play, the next CD will be played automatically. Random play The random play feature works in CD mode and plays the selections on the current CD in random order. Random play in CD mode Press the RDM control during play. RDM will illuminate in the display. The next selection will be randomly selected. To disengage random play, press the RDM control again.
Entertainment Systems a second time, the minutes will be set to 00. If the clock’s current time setting is within the latter part of the hour (from 30 to 59 min), the hour setting will automatically advance one hour. Changing the display mode The display can be changed to alternate between the clock and the audio. When the clock mode is selected, the time is displayed. Press the CLOCK control to alternate the display.
Entertainment Systems Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower the volume. NOTE: To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a long period when the engine is not running. NOTE:Once the system is turned off, press the VOL control again to listen to the frequency last tuned to. AM/FM select Ensure that the ignition is in the ACC or ON position for the radio to operate. Press the AM or FM1/2 control to enter radio mode.
Entertainment Systems Tune audio control The TUNE control is a multi-functional control which works in radio, tape and CD modes to adjust the levels of bass, treble, balance, fade and mid-range. Press the TUNE control to select the desired function. Turn the TUNE control to adjust the desired levels. Refer to Treble adjust for specific instructions on level adjustments. The TUNE control will also work in radio mode to manually increase or decrease the frequency.
Entertainment Systems Scan function The scan function works in radio and CD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to disable scan mode. Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control during CD play to hear the first ten seconds of each track. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode. NOTE: If the unit is left in scan mode, normal play will resume where scan was selected.
Entertainment Systems Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the audio control until TREB is displayed. Turn the control to increase (right) or decrease (left) the amount of treble output. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the audio control until BASS appears.
Entertainment Systems Turn the control to increase (right) or decrease (left) the amount of bass output. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the audio control until FADE appears. Turn the control (right or left) to adjust between the front and rear speakers.
Entertainment Systems Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the audio control until BAL appears. Turn the control (right or left) to adjust between the right and left speakers. Mid-range adjust (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a mid-range adjust. The TUNE control allows you to adjust the mid-range levels. Press the audio control until MID appears in the display.
Entertainment Systems Turn the control to the right to increase the mid-range. Turn the control to the left to decrease the mid-range. The level will display. Release the TUNE control when the desired level is reached. NOTE: Approximately 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the volume function will be automatically selected. To reset the mid-range, press the TUNE control for approximately 2 seconds. The unit will beep and CL will appear in the display.
Entertainment Systems Auto memory tuning Auto memory tuning allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autoset memory preset 1. Press the AM or FM1/2 control to select a frequency. 2. Press and momentarily hold the AUTO-M (Auto memory) control. The system will beep. 3.
Entertainment Systems The cassette’s top side is playing when The cassette’s bottom side is playing when display. is illuminated in the display. is illuminated in the NOTE: When a metal tape is inserted, the player will automatically compensate and MTL will appear in the display. Press the VOL (Volume) control to stop cassette play. CD select To begin CD play: 1. Insert a CD into the slot, label side up. The system will auto-load the CD and begin play after a short pause.
Entertainment Systems Repeat play in tape mode Press the RPT control during play. RPT will illuminate in the display. The current selection will be repeated. To disengage repeat play, press the RPT control again. NOTE: RPT may not operate properly if: • A tape was recorded at a low level. • A tape has long, silent intervals. • A tape is a live recording. • A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds. Repeat play in CD mode Press the RPT control during play. RPT will illuminate in the display.
Entertainment Systems Press the DISC up control to skip forward to the beginning of the next CD. Press the DISC down control to skip back to the beginning of the previous CD. DolbyT noise reduction Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolbyt noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. When using a tape with Dolby NR*, control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise press the will appear in the display. reduction.
Entertainment Systems NOTE: APC may not operate properly if: • A tape was recorded at a low level. • A tape has long, silent intervals. • A tape is a live recording. • A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds. CD loading The load feature allows you to load up to six single CDs into the audio system. 1. Press the LOAD control. 2. IN will appear in the display when the system is ready to receive a CD. 3. Load the CD into the player.
Entertainment Systems Eject feature The eject feature works in both tape and CD mode. Ejecting a tape Press the control to stop and eject a tape. NOTE: The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position. Ejecting a CD 1. Press the control to stop and eject a CD. The disc number and OUT will appear in the display. 2. Remove the CD. NOTE: When a CD is ejected during play, the next CD will be played automatically. Ejecting CDs from a desired tray 1.
Entertainment Systems • Cds can be ejected when the ignition switch is OFF. Press and hold the CD eject control for approximately 2 seconds and all CDs will eject. Random play The random play feature works in CD mode and plays the selections on the current CD in random order. Random play in CD mode Press the RDM control during play. RDM will illuminate in the display. The next selection will be randomly selected. To disengage random play, press the RDM control again.
Entertainment Systems a second time, the minutes will be set to 00. If the clock’s current time setting is within the latter part of the hour (from 30 to 59 min), the hour setting will automatically advance one hour. Changing the display mode The display can be changed to alternate between the clock and the audio. When the clock mode is selected, the time is displayed. Press the CLOCK control to alternate the display.
Entertainment Systems CD TIPS- 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. When this happens, 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. Wait for normal operation to return before attempting to use the unit.
Entertainment Systems • Keep CDs in their cases and avoid direct sunlight to avoid warping. • The CD player ejects the CD is inserted upside down. Also dirty and/or defective CDs may be ejected. • Do not insert cleaning discs into the CD player. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players.
Entertainment Systems Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations. • Terrain.
Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM OFF A/C MAX A/C Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. OFF A/C MAX A/C The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes , , and .
Climate Controls NOTE:In snowy or dirty conditions, leave the mode selector in the OFF position. • MAX A/C- Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. • A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C but not as economical.
Climate Controls • (Defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in Defrost mode before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield.
Climate Controls To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions: 1. Select the position that distributes air through the Panel and Floor. 2. Set the temperature control to full heat. 3. Set the fan speed to full fan. 4. Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows. 5. To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. WARNING: Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. OFF Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position. WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather.
Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. OFF FOG LAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) The fog lamps can only be turned on when the headlamp control is in the low beams position. Press the foglamp control to activate the fog lamps. The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate. When the highbeams are activated, the fog lamps will not operate. Press the fog lamp control again to deactivate the fog lamps.
Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized Mazda dealer. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. OFF INTERIOR LAMPS Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position.
Lights The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the passenger side position. When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the driver’s side position, the lamp will not come on at all. With the control in the middle position, the dome lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened. If any door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for 15 seconds after the door is shut.
Lights • License plate lamp • Tail lamps • Back-up lamps Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with new ones. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance. Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp For bulb replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer.
Lights Function Number of bulbs Trade number Front door courtesy 1 168 lamp Map lamps 2 168 (T10) Ashtray lamp 1 161 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Remove the rubber boot from the lamp assembly by pulling on one of the tabs. 5.
Lights Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamps bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb: 1. Open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it rearward. 4. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6.
Lights 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the new fog lamp bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in the fog lamp turning clockwise. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1.
Driver Controls WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER For intermittent operation, move control down one position. Adjust the rotary control to the desired speed setting. For normal or low speed wiper operation, move control down two positions from OFF. For high speed wiper operation, move control down three positions from OFF.
Driver Controls To activate the windshield washer, pull control toward you. Release control to stop washer fluid spray. MIST FUNCTION Move control up and release for one wipe. Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 3. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard.
Driver Controls Rear window wiper blade Refer to Windshield wiper blades in this section for more information on rear wiper blades. MANUAL TILT STEERING COLUMN Push the tilt steering wheel lever downward to move the steering wheel up or down. Pull the control up into the original position to lock the steering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. You could lose control of the vehicle.
Driver Controls Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: • Remove the Velcro pad from the storage compartment door. • Place Velcro on aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control.
Driver Controls The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel below the radio. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point. CARGO AREA AUXILIARY POWER POINT An additional auxiliary power point is located in the cargo area. WARNING: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Driver Controls • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down to the second detent. The driver’s window will open fully. Depress up to stop window operation. NOTE: This feature will only operate the driver’s side window. Window lock The window lock feature disables all the power windows except the drivers. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the right side of the control.
Driver Controls 1. Rotate the control clockwise to the right position to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to the left position to adjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to move the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. SPEED CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON.
Driver Controls WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. You may lose control of the vehicle. WARNING: Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. You may lose control of the vehicle or cause engine system damage. To turn speed control off • Press OFF. NOTE: Once speed control is turned off or the ignition is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.
Driver Controls If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing RSM will re-engage it. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, mountainous, hilly, or unpaved. This may cause an accident. To set a higher set speed • Press and hold SET ACC.
Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press SET ACC. RSM SET ACC CST To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped). NOTE: Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. NOTE: Fully depressing the clutch pedal may cause a flare in engine RPM as the throttle is returned to idle. This is normal.
Driver Controls NOTE: Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. ON OFF To return to a previously set speed • Press RSM. NOTE: For RSM to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). RSM SET ACC CST FUEL FILLER DOOR RELEASE HANDLE Your vehicle is equipped with a locking fuel filler door. To open the door, pull the handle up located on the floor.
Driver Controls MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To operate the moon roof: • The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch opening, press the control a second time. • To close, press and hold the front portion of the control. To operate the moon roof vent position: • To open, press and hold the front portion of the control. This will open the vent.
Driver Controls To install the shade: 1. Fasten the cover into the mounting brackets (make sure the cover is right side up). 2. Pull the end of the shade toward you and hook the sides into the notches (right side first) in the rear trim panels. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injuries, the fasteners for cargo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels. WARNING: Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover.
Driver Controls • Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out.
Locks and Security To reinstall the cross-bar assembly to the roof rack side rails: 1. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails. 2. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLocky Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.
Locks and Security Childproof door locks When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. NOTE: Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. Rotate lock control in the direction of arrow to engage the lock.
Locks and Security Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate, if the switch on the overhead lamps are in the “DOOR” position. The flashers will flash twice to confirm the vehicle is unlocked. Press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock all remaining doors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. If all doors and the hood are closed, the flashers will flash once and the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will be armed.
Locks and Security Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by: • Weather conditions • Nearby radio towers • Structures around the vehicle • Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring.
Locks and Security Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. NOTE: This procedure must be completed within the specified times. If not completed within the specified time period, reprograming procedures must be restarted from the beginning.
Locks and Security • any door is open. NOTE: The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 40 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position. SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key is used. NOTE: The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems.
Locks and Security Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The theft light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your authorized Mazda dealership. Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys can be purchased from your authorized Mazda dealership.
Locks and Security WARNING: If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a “no start” condition. Programming spare keys A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. Only SecuriLocky keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, you will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure.
Locks and Security 6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from step 1. If successful, the new coded key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 6.
Locks and Security The system will become prearmed, when all doors are closed. When the system becomes prearmed the flashers will flash to confirm the prearming. Once the system is prearmed, the system will arm in 20 seconds. If any door is opened during these 20 seconds, the arming will be canceled. Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors with a key.
Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: 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. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.
Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the inboard side of the driver’s seat. Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. This can cause you to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident.
Seating and Safety Restraints Move the rear of the control up or down to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Move the control in the directions shown to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. REAR SEATS Head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints Push control to lower head restraint. Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraints under the front passenger seat for storage. 3. Pull the seat release control.
Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Flip seat forward. 5. Pull the seatback release strap toward the front seat. Make sure the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of the vehicle and are away from the seatback. NOTE:When the seatback release strap is pulled use your other hand to guide the seatback.
Seating and Safety Restraints 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. WARNING: Make sure seat belt buckle heads are not trapped underneath the seatback and that the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of the vehicle. Seat belt buckle heads may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down. NOTE:Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seatback. Returning the rear seats to upright position 1.
Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and that the seat belt buckles are exposed. 3. Remove the head restraints stored under the front passenger seat and return them to the original position on the seat backs. To remove the rear cushion 1. Pull the Yellow tab 2. Pull the cushion to the outboard side of the vehicle.
Seating and Safety Restraints To install the rear cushion 1. Push the cushion to the inboard side of the vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraints under the front passenger seat for storage.
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Pull the seat release control on each side of the seat to release the locks. 4. Flip seat forward. 5. Pull the seatback release strap toward the front seat. Make sure the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of the vehicle and are away from the seatback. NOTE:When the seatback release strap is pulled use your other hand to guide the seatback. 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position.
Seating and Safety Restraints Returning the rear seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place. 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and that the seat belt buckles are exposed. 3. Remove the head restraints stored under the front passenger seat and return them to the original position on the seat backs. To remove the rear cushion 1. Pull the Yellow tab 2.
Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously injured or even killed. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side air bag in a moderate collision. Whenever possible, always secure a child, 12 years or younger, in the rear seat, with an appropriate child restraint system for the child’s age and size.
Seating and Safety Restraints Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.
Seating and Safety Restraints When to use the automatic locking mode • Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.
Seating and Safety Restraints How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the front passenger outboard seat belt system must be checked by an authorized Mazda dealership to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Improper disposal of the pretensioner system or a vehicle with non-deactivated pretensioners is dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Ask an authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a front pretensioner-equipped vehicle.
Seating and Safety Restraints Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use to keep the belt away from door openings and available after unfolding the seats.
Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... Then... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.
Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... 9I was in a hurry9 9Seat belts don’t work9 9Traffic is light9 9Belts wrinkle my clothes9 9The people I’m with don’t wear belts9 9I have an air bag9 9I’d rather be thrown clear9 Consider... Prime time for an accident. Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks.
Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. NOTE:If unsure about the proper procedures, bring your vehicle to an authorized Mazda dealership for inspection. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts, replacing if necessary.
Seating and Safety Restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 4 3 2 H C 1 5 6 RPM X 1000 7 60 8 40 60 80 100 80 120 100 4x4 160 MPH 180 km/h 120 AM/FM SCAN 140 40 20 20 TAPE CD LOAD F CLOCK E TUNE SEEK DISC AUTO-M PRO PUSH AUDIO CONT PUSH POWER VOL 1 TR/APC 2 RPT 3 4 REW 5 RDM/BS 6 TR/APC FF RSM ON LOCK SET ACC OFF CST OFF A/C MAX A/C Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work wi
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bag module. WARNING: Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.
Seating and Safety Restraints Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. WARNING: Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.
Seating and Safety Restraints • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system.
Seating and Safety Restraints Side air bag system (if equipped) WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. This is dangerous. In an accident, the object could interfere with the air bag inflation and injure the occupants.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Seating Position with Side Air Bags Sitting too close to the side air bag storage compartments 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.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided. How does the side air bag system work? The side air bag system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon bag (air bag) with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks. • A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the side air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Disposing of an air bag can be dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags.
Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. WARNING: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously injured or even killed. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side air bag in a moderate collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? WARNING: Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/
Seating and Safety Restraints • Those with a high back. If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child’s head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs. The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center of the shoulder.
Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode (passenger side front seat). Mazda recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tether straps, refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps.
Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage.
Seating and Safety Restraints 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8.
Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap.
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. NOTE:There are three tether anchors located on the headliner at the rear of the vehicle. WARNING: If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown.
Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle. When properly installed, this type of seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor.
Seating and Safety Restraints The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. WARNING: Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown.
Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system.
Driving WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked by your authorized Mazda dealership.
Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Push the clutch pedal to the floor. 3. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to 4 (START). O/D OFF BRAKE CHECK FUEL CAP Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. Note: If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the illuminate.
Driving 1. Turn the key to 4 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. The key will return to 3 (ON). 2. If the temperature is above –12°C (10°F) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. 3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again.
Driving WARNING: If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful and result in accident or death. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in a collision.
Driving squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied. Such noises are usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning; however, they may be heard at any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a “metal-to-metal,” “continuous grinding” or “continuous squeal” sound is present while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized Mazda dealership.
Driving ABS warning lamp ABS (if equipped) The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal ! braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.
Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. ! BRAKE WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First Gear) (manual transmission). NOTE: The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.
Driving • • • • • Uneven vehicle loading High crown in center of road High crosswinds Wheels out of alignment Loose or worn suspension components PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Driving AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2.
Driving 4. Insert a tool (or screw driver) into the access hole to override the brake-shift interlock. Apply the brake and shift into Neutral while holding down the override tab. If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter. WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working.
Driving Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy. This feature is designed to optimize shift smoothness. NOTE:It is normal for your transaxle to shift firmly during the first few hundred kilometers (miles) of operation until the adaptive strategy has been learned. The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery.
Driving R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). R D21 ODO WARNING: Make sure the rearward path of the vehicle is unobstructed before moving the vehicle in reverse. N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
Driving If the O/D OFF indicator light is flashing on and off repeatedly when the vehicle is started or does not come on when the O/D OFF control is pressed, there may be a transaxle electronic system malfunction. You should contact your authorized Mazda dealer as soon as possible or damage to the transaxle could occur. When to use D (Drive) or press the O/D OFF switch You will notice that there is only one drive position on your gearshift R D21 indicator (instead of Drive and ODO Overdrive).
Driving 1 (First) Use 1 (First) for when added engine braking is desired when descending steep hills. The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to 1 (First). R D21 ODO To avoid damage to the engine and/or transaxle do not go faster than 56 km/h (35 mph) when in this gear. You can upshift from 1 (First) to overdrive at any time. WARNING: When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake.
Driving 2. Hold down the brake pedal. 3. Depress the clutch pedal. 4. Without depressing the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition to position 4 (START), release the ignition as soon as the engine starts. 5. Let the engine idle for a few seconds. 6. Release the brake pedal, then slowly release the clutch pedal while pressing down slowly on the accelerator pedal.
Driving Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 1-2 19 km/h (12 mph) 2-3 31 km/h (19 mph) 3-4 46 km/h (29 mph) 4-5 61 km/h (38 mph) Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transaxle. Put the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R (Reverse).
Driving 2. Set the parking brake. 3. Shift into 1 (First). 1 3 5 2 4 R 4. Turn the ignition to position 1 (LOCK) to shut the engine off and remove the ignition key. WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully.
Driving FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 4x4 system general information WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. Your vehicle is equipped with a 4x4 system. This 4x4 system can use all four wheels to power the vehicle. This helps increase traction, enabling you to drive your vehicle over terrain and road conditions not normally traveled by two-wheel drive vehicles.
Driving • If your vehicle is equipped with this 4x4 system, a spare tire of a different diameter than the road tires should never be used. Such a tire could result in damage to driveline components and make the vehicle difficult to control. WARNING: Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions.
Driving Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not grip the spokes. Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps. You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. Map out your route before driving in the area.
Driving WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your authorized Mazda dealership. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transaxle may occur.
Driving Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work against you and cause the vehicle to become stuck to the point that assistance may be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to back out the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water NOTE: • If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited.
Driving “Tread Lightly” is an educational program designed to increase public awareness of land-use regulations and responsibilities in our nations wilderness areas. Mazda Motor Corporation joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.
Driving Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control. When you brake hard, the front wheels can’t turn and if they aren’t turning, you won’t be able to steer. The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the vehicle.
Driving • Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4x4 vehicles without also putting them on the rear tires. This could cause the rear to slide and swing around during braking. Tires, Replacement Requirements Do not use a size and type of tire and wheel other than that originally provided by Mazda Motor Corporation because it can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or roll over and serious injury.
Driving Each day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires, and adjust if required. Check tire pressure with a tire gauge every few weeks (including spare). Safe operation requires tires that are neither underinflated nor overloaded. Periodically inspect the tire treads and remove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in the tread grooves.
Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth is unknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet, your engine may stall. Water may also enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine. If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims (for cars).
Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle. • Maximum Trailer Weight: Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including occupants and cargo) is permitted to tow.
Driving WARNING: Under no circumstance should these limitations be exceeded. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter.
Driving TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow option package. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, transaxle, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing. Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure: • Stay within your vehicle’s load limits. • Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter.
Driving 4x4 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Maximum GCWR Trailer Weight Maximum - kg (lbs.) Range - kg (lbs.) frontal area of trailer - m2 (ft)2 2.0L w/manual 1,932 (4,260) 453 (1,000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L 2,477 (5,460) 907 (2,000) 2.2 (24) w/automatic transmission 3.0L 3,175 (7,000) 1, 587 (3,500) 2.8 (30) w/automatic transmission and towing package Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (100 ft.) elevation.
Driving Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized Mazda dealer. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
Driving Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist in transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.
Driving Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water.
Roadside Emergencies CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (EXCEPT PUERTO RICO) 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.
Roadside Emergencies 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. If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps: STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on the instrument panel by the radio. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again to turn the flashers off.
Roadside Emergencies 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the LOCK/OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse.
Roadside Emergencies COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A — — — — — — — — — — Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Cartridge Fuse link maxi cartridge fuses Green Green Red Red — Yellow — Brown — Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover.
Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 Fuse Amp Rating 5A 5A 3 10A 4 10A 5 5A 6 7 10A 10A 8 10A 9 3A 10 20A 11 10A 12 13 14 15 5A — 20A 15A 16 17 10A 15A 170 Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Canister vent control solenoid Blower relay (coil), Rear defrost relay (coil), Pressure switch to PCM Rear wiper motor, Rear washer motor, Rear wiper relay (coil) Four-wheel drive control module, Cluster (restraints control warning) ABS unit (EVAC
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 18 Fuse Amp Rating 5A 19 20 10A 15A 21 22 23 24 10A 15A 20A 15A 25 26 30A 30A 27 10A ACC — Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Illumination for: Cluster, Heater unit, Radio, Hazard switch, Rear defrost switch, 4WD switch, Front fog switch Subwoofer amp Turn Indicators, Front Side Turn Lamps, Front turn lamps, Rear turn lamps, Trailer turn, Flasher unit Trailer position lamps Not used Horn Stoplamps, High mounted stoplamp, Trailer stoplamp, ABS un
Roadside Emergencies WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
Roadside Emergencies The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location BTN 1 Fuse Amp Rating 40A** (ABS) BTN 2 60A** 40A** MAIN FAN EEC MAIN ISO FUEL PUMP ISO MAIN FAN ISO 40A** (2.0L) 50A(3.0L) 30A** 40A**(2.0L) 50A(3.0L) — — — ADD FAN ISO — DEF RELAY ISO ST RELAY ISO ADD FAN 2 ISO — — — FOG RELAY MICRO A/C RELAY MICRO — EEC relay Fuel pump relay Low-speed fan control relay (2.0L engine) High-speed fan control relay 1 (3.0L engine) High-speed fan control relay 1 (2.0L engine) Low-speed fan control relay (3.
Roadside Emergencies TEMPORARY SPARE TIRE INFORMATION The temporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such. It is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only. WARNING: If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
Roadside Emergencies WARNING: If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
Roadside Emergencies 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine OFF. 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Lift the cargo cover and remove the tool bag with jack handle, lug nut wrench and long spare tire rod and spare tire from the wheel well. 5.
Roadside Emergencies Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front jacking notches are located under the front suspension arm. • Rear jacking notches are located under the rear trailing arm. 6. Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm (1 inch) off the ground.
Roadside Emergencies Never use the differentials as a jacking point. It is too easy for the vehicle to tilt or fall and you can be injured. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. 7. Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench. 8. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward.
Roadside Emergencies NOTE: To stow the full size flat tire in the cargo floor, the long spare tire rod in the tool bag needs to be installed. 11. Using the lug wrench, remove the spare tire rod from the cargo floor and install the longer spare tire rod. 12. Put flat tire and tool bag with jack handle, lug nut wrench and spare tire rod away. Make sure jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. NOTE: The cargo cover can not be reattached to the back seat clips when a full size tire is stowed. 13.
Roadside Emergencies Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. • Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
Roadside Emergencies + + – – 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. + + – – 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery.
Roadside Emergencies + + – – 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the disabled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the fuel injection system. NOTE: Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5.
Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables + + – – Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. + + – – 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery.
Roadside Emergencies + + – – 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. + + – – 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Mazda has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
Roadside Emergencies In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle (regardless of powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph). • Maximum distance is 80 km (50 miles).
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 Assistance CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (CANADA) 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. 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 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. If after exhausting procedures in this manual, your concern is still not resolved, you have another option.
Customer Assistance Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below: Province/Territory CAMVAP Number British Columbia & Yukon (604) 681–0312 Territories Alberta & Northwest Territories (403) 426–0650 Saskatchewan (306) 352–9259 Manitoba (204) 942–7166 Ontario (416) 596–8824 Atlantic Canada (902) 422–5413 Quebec (418) 649–1330 REGIONAL OFFICES Regional Offices Mazda Canada Inc. Western Region 8171 Ackroyd Road Suite 2000 Richmond, B.C. V6X 3K1 (604) 303–5670 Mazda Canada Inc.
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. If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps: STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Customer Assistance MAZDA IMPORTERS/DISTRIBUTORS U.S.A (Importer/Distributor) Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618–2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623–9734 TEL: 1 (800) 222–5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727–1990 (outside U.S.A.) (Distributor in each area) CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 305 Milner Avenue, Suite 400 Scarborough, Ontario M1B 3V4 Canada TEL: 1 (800) 263–4680 (in Canada) (416) 609–9909 (outside Canada) PUERTO RICO Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O.
Customer Assistance manufacturer for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system; the manufacturer’s warranty doesn’t cover this. Before you install any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. WARNING: Installation of Non-Genuine Parts or Accessories: Installation of non-genuine parts or accessories could be dangerous.
Customer Assistance vehicles built for use in the United States, its territories, and 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 these areas. You may have these problems if you do: • Recommended fuel may be unavailable.
Customer Assistance If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor. ( See the Mazda Importers/Distributors section of this manual). SERVICE PUBLICATIONS Factory-authorized Mazda service publication 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.
Customer Assistance California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if, within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km (18 000 miles), whichever occurs first: 1. Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2.
Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” or during exposure to strong, direct sunlight. • Always use a clean sponge or carwash mitt with plenty of water for best results.
Cleaning PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint to match your vehicle’s color. Touch-up paint can be used to repair minor scratches to painted surfaces. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND COVERS Aluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish.
Cleaning • 2.0L DOHC I4 — Zetec Engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 — Duratec Engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate, available at your local Mazda dealer.
Cleaning windshield, rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination. To clean these items, please follow these tips: • The windshield or rear window may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, available from your local Mazda dealer. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
Cleaning • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Spot and Stain Remover, available at your local Mazda dealer. • Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat where the side air bag is mounted.
Maintenance and Specifications INTRODUCTION Be extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself and others and 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 Specifications SCHEDULE 1 I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method) R: Replace L: Lubricate Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Maintenance Item Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 66 72 x 1000 Km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 60 144 (x 1000 Miles) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (52.5) (60) (67.5) (75) (82.
Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Maintenance Item Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 66 72 x 1000 Km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 60 144 (x 1000 Miles) (7.5) (15) (22.5) (30) (37.5) (45) (52.5) (60) (67.5) (75) (82.
Maintenance and Specifications SCHEDULE 2 I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method) R: Replace L: Lubricate Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Maintenance Item Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 x 1000 Km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 (x 1000 Miles) (5) (10) (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (40) (45) (50) (55) (60) ENGINE Engine valve clearance (
Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles), whichever comes first) Maintenance Item Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 x 1000 Km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 (x 1000 Miles) (5) (10) (15) (20) (25) (30) (35) (40) (45) (50) (55) (60) Engine coolant Replace at first 72,000 km (45,000 miles) or 36 months; after that, every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months I I I I I I I I I I I I Engine coolant level ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Functio
Maintenance and Specifications *1 According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage (kilometrage) period to ensure long-term reliability. *2 If this component has been submerged in water, the oil should be changed.
Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. Depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 3. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel. 2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located in the center between the hood and the grille. 3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod.
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine 1 2 9 3 8 7 4 6 5 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Air filter assembly 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine oil dipstick 9.
Maintenance and Specifications 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1 2 10 3 9 8 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10.
Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Windshield washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is highlighted with a symbol. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer to Refill capacities in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine ADD FULL MIN MAX • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN-MAX or ADD-FULL marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
Maintenance and Specifications • If the oil level is below the MIN or ADD mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN–MAX or ADD-FULL range. • 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine • Oil levels above the MAX or FULL mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil.
Maintenance and Specifications To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and filter recommendations SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W-20 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Maintenance and Specifications BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Mazda maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the service maintenance section for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”. Do not overfill the battery cells.
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Maintenance and Specifications RN LE TU AD RE transmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected.
Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “cold fill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance section for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-colored or yellow-colored Mazda Premium Engine Coolant meeting Mazda Specifications. To determine your vehicle’s coolant type (color), check your coolant reservoir. To maintain the integrity of the coolant and the cooling system and maintain the warranty on the cooling system: • Add Mazda Premium Engine Coolant or the type of coolant originally equipped in your vehicle.
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle).
Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Mazda recommend coolants. Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet the Mazda recommended coolant, may harm engine and cooling system components. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids.
Maintenance and Specifications • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank.
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours. • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Avoid inhaling fuel vapors.
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. Be very careful to put the container on the ground before adding fuel to it. Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the cargo area).
Maintenance and Specifications “Regular” unleaded gasoline. “Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularly in the United States) because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized Mazda dealer. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system.
Maintenance and Specifications When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Pull the fuel filler door release handle to open the fuel filler door. 3. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops. 4. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 5. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe. 6. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1, 600 km (1, 000 miles) of driving (engine break-in period).
Maintenance and Specifications 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in liters or gallons). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometers traveled. Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.
Maintenance and Specifications • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window sticker. These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG) expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards.
Maintenance and Specifications Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine.
Maintenance and Specifications CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the service maintenance section for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCONt ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3.
Maintenance and Specifications BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the scheduled maintenance section for the service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. If necessary, add brake fluid from a clean un-opened container until the level reaches MAX. Do not fill above this line. 4.
Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance section for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed.
Maintenance and Specifications The transmission fluid should be in the crosshatch zone if at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the crosshatch zone may result in transaxle failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding manual transmission fluid 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer to the Refill capacities in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter cover and disconnect the tube from the cover. 2. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 3. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 5.
Maintenance and Specifications These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S.
Maintenance and Specifications 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. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.
Maintenance and Specifications • Four tire rotation • Five tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads.
Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions, your vehicle may not drive properly and safely and an accident can occur.
Maintenance and Specifications Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against the vehicle, stop and retighten them. If this does not work, remove the cables to prevent vehicle damage. • Avoid overloading your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. • Do not use chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from the vehicle when using snow tires and traction devices.
Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Transmission fluid 1 Classification API service GL-4 or GL-5, SAE 75W-90 MERCONt ATF Transfer Case Engine coolant Rear axle lubricant Windshield washer fluid 4 SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant API service GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Mazda green-colored or yellow-colored Premium Engine Coolant SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant n/a Application Manual transaxle (2WD) Manual transaxle (4X4) 3.0L engine with Automatic transaxle and oil cooler 4X4 (Automatic) Capacity 2.
Maintenance and Specifications 3 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range. 4 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions (1) Vehicle height/ Maximum height* (2) Front track / rear (3)Overall width (body) (4) Wheelbase (5)Overall length 4 Door mm (in.) 1,681 (66.2)/1,744 (68.7)* 1,550 1,783 2,620 4,394 (61.0)/1,530 (60.2) (70.2) (103.1) (173.
Maintenance and Specifications 4 5 IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification Label may be located. The Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped).
Accessories CELL PHONES Use of cell phones and other devices by driver: WARNING: Although not Mazda products, 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.
Index A ABS (see Brakes) .....................135 Air bag supplemental restraint system ................................109, 114 and child safety seats ............111 description ......................109, 114 disposal ............................113, 117 driver air bag ..................111, 116 indicator light ...........12, 113, 117 operation .........................111, 116 passenger air bag ...........111, 116 side air bag ..............................114 Air cleaner filter ...............
Index waxing .....................................198 wheels ......................................199 wiper blades ............................200 woodtone trim ........................201 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ............50 Clock ......................................30, 45 Clutch fluid ..........................................238 operation while driving ..........144 recommended shift speeds ....145 Console ........................................74 overhead ................
Index preparing to drive your vehicle .....................................138 Fuel ............................................224 calculating fuel economy .......229 cap .....................................15, 227 capacity ...................................244 choosing the right fuel ...........226 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................231 detergent in fuel .....................227 filling your vehicle with fuel ...........................224, 227, 229 filter, specifications .....
Index lighting up panel and interior .......................................55 location of components ............10 J Jump-starting your vehicle ......180 K Keys .......................................82–84 key in ignition chime ...............15 positions of the ignition .........130 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart ..................58 cargo lamps ...............................55 daytime running light ...............54 fog lamps ...................................55 headlamps ..............
Index P S Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ................................79 Parking .......................................146 Parking brake ............................136 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ......................15, 98–102 Safety defects, reporting ..........197 Safety restraints ..................98–103 cleaning the safety belts ........108 extension assembly ................104 for adults ...........................99–102 for children .............................
Index changing ..........................175–176 checking the pressure ............241 replacing ..................................242 rotating ....................................241 snow tires and chains ............243 tire grades ...............................240 treadwear ................................240 Towing .......................................160 recreational towing .................164 trailer towing ..........................160 wrecker ....................................
