shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Form No.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is necessary, that’s the place to go.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM How to Use This Manual We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner’s manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard Overview .................................................................... 1-2 Interior Overview .......................................................................... 1-3 Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4 1-1 Form No.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Sunvisors (page 6-43) Curtain air bags (page 2-33) Interior light Map light (page 6-45) Rearview mirror (page 3-26) Vanity mirror (page 6-43) (page 6-43) Rear seat Front seats (page 2-7) (page 2-2) Seat belts Side air bags (page 2-10) (page 2-33) 1-3 Form No.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ................................................................................................ 2-2 Front Seats ................................................................................. 2-2 Rear Seat ....................................................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats ▼ Seat Slide (Manually operated seats) (Manually operated seats) WARNING WARNING Securing the Seats: Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are dangerous. In a sudden stop or collision, the seat or seatback could move, causing injury.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats (Electrically operated seats) To slide the seat, move the slide lifter switch on the outside of the seat to the front or back and hold it. Release the switch at the desired position. ▼ Seat Recline WARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don’t get the full protection from seat belts.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats (Manually operated seats) To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly while raising the lever. Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever. Lever Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Height adjustment (Electrically operated seats) Front height adjustment To adjust the front height of the seatbottom, raise or lower the front of the slide lifter switch on the left side of the seat. Raise the seat by pulling up on the center of the switch. Release the switch at the desired position. Lower the seat by pressing down on the center of the switch.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Head Restraint ▼ Seat Warmer WARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision. Always drive with the head restraints inserted when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted. The front seats are electrically heated.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear Seat WARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks, and putting things on the rear package tray is dangerous. During sudden braking or a collision, objects can become projectiles that may hit and injure passengers. Don’t stack things higher than the seatbacks or put things on the rear package tray.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats ▼ Split-Folding Rear Seatback The seatbacks can be folded down to provide more space in the luggage compartment. To fold the seatbacks WARNING Folding Seatbacks with Remote Handle Levers: Not checking the rear seat area before folding the seatbacks with the remote handle levers is dangerous. The rear seat area is difficult to see from the rear of the vehicle.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seats To return the seatbacks to the upright position 1. Lift the seatbacks upright. Pull on the tops of the seatbacks from inside the vehicle to make sure they are locked. ▼ Armrest The armrest can be used or placed upright. Armrest 2. Fasten the rear-center lap/shoulder belt and check that all seat belts are routed properly for passenger use (page 2-17).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Not Wearing Seat Belts: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed. In the same collision, occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Pregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area. Persons with serious medical conditions also should wear seat belts.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt NOTE When using the rear center seat belt, refer to "Rear Center Position Seat Belt" (page 2-17). ▼ Fastening the Seat Belts 1. Grasp the buckle and tongue. WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Unfastening the Seat Belts ▼ Shoulder Belt Adjuster Depress the button on the buckle. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt if the seat belt touches your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder. To raise the shoulder belt adjuster, push the adjuster up. To lower the shoulder belt adjuster, push the button and slide it down. Make sure the adjuster is locked.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. In moderate or greater frontal or nearfrontal accidents, the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously. The pretensioners take up slack in the front seat belts as the air bags are expanding.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Modification or Testing of the Pretensioner System: Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system, including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident. The occupants could be seriously injured.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Systems Warning Light Rear Center Position Seat Belt Before using the rear-center lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. (A) (B) If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is OK, the warning light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Fastening the Rear-Center Seat Belt with Only One Buckle: Fastening the rear-center seat belt with only one buckle is dangerous. If only one pair of seat belt tongue and buckle, either tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) or tongue (C) and anchor buckle (D), is fastened, the seat belt cannot provide full protection.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 19 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems ▼ Unfastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Insert a small object in the anchor buckle (B) slot, such as a key. (A) (B) Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 20 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Unnecessary Use of an Extender: Using a seat belt extender when not necessary is dangerous. The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured. Only use the extender when it is required to fasten the seat belt properly.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 21 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 22 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 23 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Children and Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the front or rear doors is dangerous. If the vehicle is equipped with side and curtain air bags, the impact of inflation could cause serious injury or death to the person.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 24 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Installing Child-Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seat. The front passenger’s seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12, and with rear-facing child-restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 25 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 3. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in the automatic locking mode. If the belt does not lock the seat down tight, repeat this step. 4.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint ▼ If You Must Use the Front Seat for Children If you cannot put all children in the rear seat, at least put the smallest in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the shoulder. Do not put rear-facing child-restraint systems on the front passenger’s seat.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 27 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Children and Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the front or rear doors is dangerous. If the vehicle is equipped with side and curtain air bags, the impact of inflation could cause serious injury or death to the person.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 28 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE • Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-restraint system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 29 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Some LATCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint ▼ LATCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Outboard Seats) 1. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors. 3.
02.fm Page 31 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 2:48 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint ▼ LATCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Center Seat) The LATCH lower anchors at the center of the rear seat are much further apart than the sets of LATCH lower anchors for child-restraint system installation at other seating positions. Child-restraint systems with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed on the center seating position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only for a childrestraint system. 2-32 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 33 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions Read this owner’s manual carefully to verify what air bags (driver-side air bag, passengerside air bag, side and curtain air bags) are equipped in your vehicle. The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify "SRS AIR BAG" location indicator marks).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Small children should be protected by a child-restraint system. In certain regions, larger children must use a child-restraint system (page 2-21). Carefully consider which child-restraint system is necessary for your child and follow the installation directions in this Owner’s Manual as well as the child-restraint system manufacturer’s instructions.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side and curtain air bag storage compartments or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are dangerous. Immediately after inflation, the inflators in the steering wheel, dashboard, seatbacks, or the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge are very hot. You could get burned. Don’t touch the internal components of the air bag storage areas after the bags have inflated.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 37 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE • When an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released. Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 38 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Air Bag System Description The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: • The air bag system with inflators and air bags. • The electric system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 39 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags *3 The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages. During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 40 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Air Bag Activation/Deactivation Front air bag activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases: Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph). Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head-on to the vehicle. Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard object.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 41 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact to activate the air bag. Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 42 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Non-activation of front air bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: Collision from the rear. Vehicle roll-over, may deploy the side* and curtain* air bags but not the front air bags. Impact to the side, but it may deploy the side* and curtain* air bags. *If equipped. Side* and curtain* air bag activation (*If equipped.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 43 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to side* and curtain* air bag activation (*If equipped.) Depending on the severity of impact, the side and curtain air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Frontal offset impact may not provide enough side impact to deploy the side* and curtain* air bags. Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side* and curtain* air bags.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 44 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Constant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: ▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Systems Warning Light • SAS unit • Front air bag sensor • Air bag modules • Side* and curtain* air bag crash sensor (*If equipped.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 45 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags ▼ Maintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance. But if any of the following occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: • The air bag system warning light flashes. • The air bag system warning light stays on. • The air bag system warning light stays off when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. • The air bags inflate.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ............................................................................ 3-2 Keys ........................................................................................... 3-2 Keyless Entry System ................................................................ 3-3 Door Locks ..................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys Your Mazda has two kinds of keys: primary and secondary. WARNING Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don’t leave the keys in your vehicle with children.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keyless Entry System This system locks and unlocks the doors and opens the trunk. It can also help you signal for attention in an emergency. Press the button slowly and accurately. CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: • Drop it. • Get it wet. • Disassemble it. • Expose it to heat or sunlight. NOTE • The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Transmitter Panic button Lock button Lock button Unlock button Trunk button NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE The alarm will work whether any door is open or closed. Turning on the alarm Pressing the button once will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, and do the following: • The horn sounds intermittently. • The hazard warning lights flash. Turning off the alarm Press any button on the transmitter.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Replacing the transmitter battery 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter. 3. Install a new battery (CR2025 or the equivalent) into the front portion of the holder with the positive pole ( ) facing up. Press on the B portion of the battery to set the battery. Slot Back cover Back cover B Front cover Front of holder 2.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Service Door Locks If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Locking, Unlocking with Key The driver’s door can be locked/unlocked with the key. Turn the key toward the front to unlock, toward the back to lock. To lock any door with the door-lock button from the outside, push its doorlock button and close the door. This does not operate the other door lock.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Power Door Locks Locking, unlocking with key All doors lock automatically when the driver’s door is locked with the key. All doors unlock when the driver’s door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position a second longer. Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch All doors lock automatically when LOCK is pushed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk Lid WARNING Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous. This gas contains CO (carbon monoxide), which is colorless, odorless, and highly poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. Because exhaust gas can get into the cabin through an open trunk, keep the trunk closed when driving.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the trunk lid with the key Closing the trunk lid Insert the primary key into the slot and turn it clockwise. The secondary key will not operate this lock (page 3-2). Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Trunk Light The trunk light is on when the lid is open and off when it’s closed. Trunk Release Slide Lever Your vehicle is equipped with a trunk release slide lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks WARNING Open Trunk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Power Windows The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the power windows to operate. WARNING ▼ Operating the Driver’s Side Power Window To open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch. To close the window to the desired position, lightly pull up the switch. Left front window Closing Power Windows: Closing power windows are dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Operating the Passenger Power Windows The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on the driver’s door is in the unlocked position. The passenger windows may be opened or closed by the power window master control switches on the driver’s door.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ▼ Fuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. WARNING Fuel Spray: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness when ingested. Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is removed too quickly. When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is tightened securely. The check engine light comes on when the cap isn’t tightened securely. If the light remains on (even after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Hood ▼ Opening the Hood 1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Use the support rod to hold the hood open. Sunroof The sunroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. Slide switch Support rod Clip ▼ Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 19 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks ▼ Sunshade NOTE After washing your Mazda or after a rain, wipe the water off the sunroof before operating it. ▼ Tilt Operation The rear of the sunroof can be tilted open to provide more ventilation. The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the sunroof is opened, but must be closed by hand. Sunshade To tilt, push the rear of the tilt switch.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 20 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System ▼ Operation Arming The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle. The system is armed when the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 21 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE • If the warning light comes on and stays on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the engine will not start. • Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start, check the warning light.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 22 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System NOTE • The keys carry a unique electronic code. For this reason, and to assure your safety, replacement keys require some waiting time to obtain. They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. • Always keep a replacement key, in case one is lost. If a key is lost, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 23 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System ▼ How to Arm the System 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 2. Close the hood and the trunk lid. Then close all doors and lock them from the outside using the key in the door. If you have the keyless entry system, press the LOCK button on the transmitter. The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that the system is armed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 24 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System ▼ Theft-Deterrent Labels Labels indicating that your vehicle is equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System are in the glove box. Mazda recommends that you affix them to the lower rear corner of the front door windows. 3-24 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 25 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel WARNING Adjusting the Steering Wheel: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selector switch in the middle position. Mirror defroster If your vehicle has mirror defrosters, turn them on by turning the ignition on and pushing the rear window defroster switch (page 5-41). Reducing glare from headlights Manual day/night mirror Push the day/night lever forward for day driving.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 27 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors NOTE • Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on or around the light sensor. Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally. Light sensor Light sensor • For information regarding the 3 buttons ( , , ) on the autodimming mirror, refer to HomeLink Wireless Control System (page 543). 3-27 Form No.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ......................................... 4-2 Fuel Requirements ..................................................................... 4-2 Emission Control System .......................................................... 4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) .........................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Fuel with a lower rating could cause the emission control system to lose effectiveness. It could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. WARNING Parking Over Things That Burn: Parking over or near anything inflammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. • Are all doors closed and locked? • Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. • Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted? • Look under the vehicle for any sign of a leak. • If you plan to back up, make sure nothing will be in your way.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda. How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs. • Don’t race the engine. • Avoid long warm-ups.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. If it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces, be very careful.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving • Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt. Ask a Mazda dealer to perform the following precautions: • Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator. • Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold reduces battery capacity. • Use only cold-weather engine oil (page 8-10).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to normal.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-10 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-3 Brake System ...........................................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch ▼ Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, keep the shift lever in P. ON ACC LOCK LOCK The steering wheel locks to protect against theft. Only in this position can the key be removed. Manual transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, push the key in at the ACC position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-27).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 5. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. CAUTION Don’t try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery. 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Driving with the Engine Off: Continuing to drive when the engine is stalled or turned off is dangerous. Braking will require more effort, and the brake’s power-assist could be depleted if you pump the brake. This will cause longer stopping distances or even an accident. Don’t continue driving when the engine is stalled or turned off, find a safe place to stop.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Even if the light goes off, have your brake system inspected as soon as possible.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Brake Warning Light: Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains on, after checking that the parking brake is released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ ABS Warning Light NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. Recharge the battery. The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transaxle Operation ▼ Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern Neutral position The shift pattern of the transaxle is conventional, as shown. Press the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting; then release it slowly. A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to reverse. The shift lever must be put in neutral before being shifted to reverse.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3.0-liter engine For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter. P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. WARNING Holding the Vehicle with P: Setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous. If P fails to hold, the vehicle could move and cause an accident.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ Shift-Lock System The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift from P: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Move the shift lever. NOTE To return to automatic shift mode, shift the lever from M to D. NOTE • If you change to manual shift mode when the vehicle is stopped, the gear will shift to M1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE NOTE If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds, the gear position indicator will flash twice to signal that the gears cannot be shifted down (page 5-14). • When driving slowly, the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed (page 5-14). ▼ Shifting Shifting up (M1→M2→M3→M4→M5*) To shift up to a higher gear, tap the shift lever back ( ) once. * 3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Do not use sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3.0-liter engine model Shifting up If the vehicle speed is lower than the speed specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear. Gear M1→M2 M2→M3 M3→M4 M4→M5 Vehicle speed You can shift up to M2 whether the vehicle is stopped or moving. 10 km/h (6 mph) Between 25 and 63 km/h (15 and 39 mph), depending on how much the accelerator pedal is depressed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade , downshift before the engine starts to overwork. This gives better acceleration when you need more speed. On a steep downgrade , downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Cruise Control With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 40 km/h (25 mph).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ To Set Speed ▼ To Increase Cruising Speed 1. Activate the cruise control system. Follow either of these procedures. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be more than 40 km/h (25 mph). • Press the RESUME/ACCEL button and hold it. Your vehicle will accelerate. Release the button at the speed you want. 3. Press the SET/COAST button and release it at the speed you want.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 19 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on. Greater speed will not interfere with it or change the set speed. Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed. ▼ To Decrease Cruising Speed Press the SET/COAST button and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow. Release the button at the speed you want.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 20 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ To Cancel To turn off the system, use one of these methods: • Press the ON/OFF switch. • Slightly depress the brake pedal. • Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by regulating engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 21 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ TCS Indicator Light ▼ TCS OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. It also comes on when the TCS OFF switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 22 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ▼ TCS OFF Switch Press the TCS OFF switch to turn off the TCS. The TCS OFF indicator light will illuminate. Press the switch again to turn the TCS back on. The TCS OFF indicator light will go out. NOTE • When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS will activate.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 23 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges (Black-out meter) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Speedometer ..............................................................................................................5-24 Odometer and Trip Meter ..........................................................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 24 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators ▼ Speedometer NOTE The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. ▼ Odometer and Trip Meter The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while they are displayed. The selected mode will be displayed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 25 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to "0.0" by holding the selector depressed for more than 1 second. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption. ▼ Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge The engine coolant temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators ▼ Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E, refuel as soon as possible.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 29 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ▼ Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Even if the light goes off, have your brake system inspected as soon as possible.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps WARNING Brake Warning Light: Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time. If this light remains on, after checking that the parking brake is released, have the brakes inspected immediately.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps 2. Turn off the engine and inspect the engine oil level (page 8-10). If it’s low, add oil. 3. Check the light. If the light remains on even after you add oil, have your vehicle towed to the nearest service station or to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the check engine light remains on, do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction. Recharge the battery. ▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light WARNING Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Systems: Self-servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 33 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ▼ Door-Ajar Warning Light This warning light comes on when any door isn’t securely closed. ▼ Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light This warning light reveals that little windshield washer fluid remains. Add fluid (page 8-19). ▼ Automatic Transaxle Warning Light This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ▼ Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light ▼ Shift Position Indicator Light This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position. This light indicates one of two things: • The high-beam headlights are on. • The turn signal lever is in the flash-topass position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ▼ TCS Indicator Light ▼ TCS OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ▼ Cruise Main Indicator Light Beeps ▼ Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep will sound when the driver’s door is opened. ▼ Lights-On Reminder This light comes on when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated. ▼ Cruise Set Indicator Light This light comes on when a cruising speed is set.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 37 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls ▼ Lights-On Reminder Lighting Control If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch, a beep will sound when the driver’s door is opened. ▼ Headlight High-Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull it back for low. High beam Low beam ▼ Headlights To turn on the lights, turn the knob on the end of the control lever.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 38 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls ▼ Daytime Running Lights (Canada) In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation. For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. NOTE The running lights go off when the parking brake is applied.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 39 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Fog Lights Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen. To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the fog light switch to the position. The headlight switch must be in the position to turn on the front fog lights. Windshield Wipers and Washer The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 40 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls ▼ Windshield Wipers One-touch wipers For a single wiping cycle, push the lever up to MIST. OFF MIST INT OFF 1 2 Turn the wipers on by pulling the lever down. INT — Intermittent 1 — Normal 2 — Fast Variable-speed intermittent wipers ▼ Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 41 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Defroster The rear defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. The rear window defroster operates for about 15 minutes and turns off. The indicator light illuminates during operation.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 42 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn, press around the mark of the steering wheel. Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 43 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls HomeLink Wireless Control System The HomeLink system replaces up to 3 hand-held transmitters with a single builtin component in the auto-dimming mirror. Pressing the HomeLink button on the auto-dimming mirror activates garage doors, gates and other devices surrounding your home.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 44 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls CAUTION The transceiver has been tested and complies with FCC and Industry Canada rules. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the device. NOTE FCC ID: NZLSTDHL3 CANADA: 4112104541A This device complies with FCC rules part 15.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 45 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE Canadian Owners: Some Canadian transmitters stop transmitting after 2 seconds. Repeatedly press the transmitter button every 2 seconds until HomeLink stores the code (until the HomeLink indicator light flashes rapidly). ▼ Reprogramming the HomeLink system To reprogram a single HomeLink button, perform the procedure for programming the HomeLink system (page 5-44).
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio system. Climate Control System ................................................................ 6-2 Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2 Vent Operation ........................................................................... 6-3 Types of the Climate Control System .........
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips ▼ Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. ▼ Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow and ice from the hood and the air inlet in the cowling grille to improve the system efficiency. ▼ Foggy Windows The windows may fog up easily in humid weather. Use the climate control system to defog the windows.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation ▼ Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow 2. Rotate the air vent left and right to adjust the direction of airflow. 1. Press the upper part of the air vent to open it. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately. Check your vehicle’s climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Climate control information is displayed on the information display. Manual Type ...................................................................................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Air intake selector Rear window A/C Switch defroster switch (page 5-41) Temperature control dial Fan control dial ▼ Control Switches Mode selector dial Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. 6-6 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I This dial allows variable fan speeds.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (page 6-4). This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle. A/C switch Press the switch to alternate between the and positions. The indicator light for the selected mode will illuminate. It is recommended that under normal conditions the switch be kept in the outside air position.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System WARNING The Recirculated Air Position: Using the position in cold or rainy weather will cause the glass to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather. ▼ Heating 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position. 3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE • When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the position, then set the fan control dial to the position 4. • If warmer air is desired at floor level, set the mode selector dial at the position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Dehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. 5. Turn on the air conditioner.
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shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Mode selector switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system. The desired airflow mode can be selected (page 6-4). Temperature control dial Cold NOTE Hot This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Standard Use NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when system is off.) 1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of the airflow mode, air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled. Air intake selector switch 2. Use the temperature control dial to select a desired temperature.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE • First set the temperature to 25.0°C (77.0°F), then adjust to the desired temperature. • Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faster rate. • To prevent cool air blowing from the vents when heating right after starting the engine, the amount of airflow is reduced until the air warms up.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System ▼ Sunlight/Temperature Sensor The fully automatic air conditioner function measures inside and outside temperatures, and sunlight. It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly. Don’t obstruct the sensor. Sunlight sensor Interior temperature sensor 6-15 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna ▼ Rear Window Antenna The rear window antenna receives both AM and FM signals. CAUTION When washing the inside rear window, use a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm water, gently wiping the antenna lines. Use of glass cleaning products could damage the antenna.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver. Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies, the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 19 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System • If the cassette tape is loose, it may produce poor sound or performance during playback. Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack. ▼ Operating Tips for Mini Disc (MD) Player The following precautions should be observed. • Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. • Only cassette tapes that play no longer than 90 minutes should be used.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 20 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System • The MD player can also play MDLPs that have been recorded in MDLP mode. (MDLPs bearing the identification logo as shown below). • Do not insert fingers or foreign objects in the MD insertion slot as it could damage the MD deck.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 21 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System • Do not insert any objects, other than CDs, into the slot. • A new CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc with rough edges is used, proper setting will not be possible and the CD player/changer will not play the CD. Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball-point pen or pencil as shown below.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 22 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System • Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs. Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. • Do not stick paper or tape on the CD. Avoid scratching the reverse side (the side without a label). • Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface, thus affecting sound quality.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 23 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set CD Player In-dash CD Changer Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player Mini Disc (MD) Player Power/Volume/Sound Controls ............................................................................................. 6-24 Operating the Radio ..............................................................................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 24 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Power/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Volume adjustment Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. To adjust the volume, turn the power/ volume dial. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 25 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Audio sound adjustment 1. Press the audio control dial to select bass, mid-range, treble, fade, balance or automatic level controls. The selected function will be indicated. * NOTE About 5 seconds after selecting any mode, the volume function will be automatically selected. To reset bass, mid-range, treble, fade, balance and automatic level control, press the audio control dial for 2 seconds.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Automatic Level Control (ALC) The automatic level control is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality according to the vehicle speed. The volume increases in accordance with the increase in vehicle speed, and decreases as vehicle speed decreases. The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 27 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System 6-27 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 28 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Radio Band selector buttons Seek tuning button Scan button Auto memory button Channel preset buttons Radio ON Press a band selector button ( ) to turn the radio on. Manual tuning dial Tuning , or Band selection Select a band by pressing the FM1 button ( ), FM2 button ( ) or AM button ( ). The selected mode will be indicated.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 29 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Auto memory tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , ) will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically. This is especially useful when driving in an area where the local stations are not known. Additional AM/FM stations can be stored without disturbing the previously set channels.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Cassette Tape Player Cassette tape play button Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Cassette tape eject button Repeat button Program button Dolby NR button Cassette tape insert Dolby noise reduction Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open edge to the right and cassette tape will begin play and "TAPE PLAY" will be displayed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position. APC may not operate properly if • A tape was recorded at a low level. • A tape has long, silent intervals. Fast-forward/Rewind • A tape is a live recording. Press the fast-forward button ( ) to fast-forward. Press the rewind button ( ) to rewind.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player MD play button Fast-forward button Track up button Scan button Display button Track down button Reverse button MD slot Repeat button MD eject button Random button Display feed dial Inserting the MD Fast-forward/Reverse Insert the MD, label-side up with the arrow pointed to the slot. The autoloading mechanism will set the MD and begin play.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 33 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan Changing the display This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. To change the display during MD play, press the display button ( ) to advance through each of the following displays: Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player Fast-forward button CD slot CD play button CD eject button Track up button Scan button Track down button Reverse button Repeat button Random button Inserting the CD Fast-forward/Reverse Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Operating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons Load button CD slot CD play button CD eject button Track up button Scan button Track down button Disc down button Repeat button Disc up button Reverse button Random button Inserting the CD Normal insertion The CD must be label-side up when inserting. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 37 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Multiple ejection Multiple insertion 1. Press and hold the load button ( for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. ) 2. When "In" is displayed, insert the CD. 3. When "In" is displayed again, insert the next CD. NOTE The first-inserted CD will be played automatically when: • No CD is inserted within 15 seconds after "In" is displayed. • The CD trays are full. Ejecting the CD Normal ejection 1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 38 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Playing Repeat play Press the CD play button ( ) to start playing when a CD is in the unit. If there isn’t a CD in the unit when the CD play button ( ) is pressed, "NO DISK" will flash on and off in sequence. This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly. Fast-forward/Reverse Press and hold the fast-forward button ( ) to advance through a track at high speed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 39 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System ▼ Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause CHECK MD MD is inserted upside down CHECK MD MD is defective CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down CHECK CD CD is defective Solution Insert the MD properly.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 40 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation ▼ Changing the Source Press the mode switch ( ) to change the audio source (AM radio>FM1 radio>FM2 radio>Cassette tape player or MD player>CD player or CD changer>cyclical). NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the dashboard. Always make safe driving your first priority.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 41 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System When playing a cassette tape Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it will advance to the next selection. Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it will repeat the selection being played. When playing a CD or MD Press the seek switch ( ) to skip to the next track. Press the seek switch ( ) to repeat the current track.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 42 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Audio System Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION • This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 43 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Sunvisor Interior Lights ▼ Illuminated Entry System When the switch is in the DOOR position, the overhead light and the courtesy lights come on for: • About 30 seconds after the driver’s door is unlocked and the ignition key is removed. • About 15 seconds after all doors are closed.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 44 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Overhead Lights Center Front With sunroof DOOR DOOR OFF OFF OFF Without sunroof DOOR DOOR OFF OFF DOOR Light off • Light on when any door is open • Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on 6-44 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 45 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Map Lights ▼ Courtesy Lights The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches. Turns on when any door is open or the illuminated entry system is on. Front (with sunroof) Courtesy light Front (without sunroof) Center 6-45 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 46 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display CLOCK button SET button ▼ Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions: • Clock • Ambient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display) • Climate Control Display • Audio Display • Display Dimmer Cancel Function 6-46 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 47 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Clock Time resetting When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the time is displayed. While the clock is displayed, press the SET button 1.5 seconds or more. When the button is released, a beep will sound and the clock will be reset as follows: (Example) 12:01—12:29→12:00 12:30—12:59→1:00 NOTE When the SET button is released, the seconds are reset to "00". Time setting 1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 48 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Ambient Temperature Display ▼ Climate Control Display When the ignition switch is in the ON position, press the AMB button to display the ambient temperature. Climate control is displayed when the climate control system is turned on (page 6-5). ▼ Audio Display Audio is displayed when the audio system is turned on (page 6-23).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 49 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Lighter CAUTION The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. • Don’t touch the metal part of the lighter, you may burn yourself. 1. Open the cover. • Don’t hold the lighter in because it will overheat. • Don’t use the lighter socket for plug-in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 50 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray CAUTION Don’t use the ashtray for trash. You might start a fire. To use, open the cover. To remove, open the cover and pull up the ashtray. Cup Holder WARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 51 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Front To use the cup holder, open the center console by pressing the lower center part of its cover. Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the front doors. Bottle holder ▼ Rear The rear cup holder is on the rear center armrest. CAUTION Don’t use the bottle holders for containers without caps. The contents may spill when a front door is opened. 6-51 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 52 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Storage Compartments ▼ Storage Pocket To open, push the release catch down and pull the lid downward. WARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 53 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment ▼ Glove Box To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Insert the primary key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid. To open it, pull the upper release catch. Unlock Lock ▼ Center Console To open, pull the lower release catch. 6-53 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 54 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A). When placing an electrical device (e.g. cellular phone) in the tray which is connected with the accessory socket, pass the plug cord through the slot in the cap. Cap slot, closed Cap slot, opened 1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 55 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 5. Pass the plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket. 7. Set the plug cord into the slit of the tray mat and replace the tray mat. Plug 6. Make sure the plug cord is running through the cap slot; reinstall the cap and turn it clockwise (about 45° to the opened position). Plug cord 6-55 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 56 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 6-56 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ........................................................... 7-2 Flat Tire .......................................................................................... 7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage .............................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Hazard warning flasher switch Depress the hazard warning switch and all four turn signals will flash at once.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Spare tire Jack Lug wrench Conventional tire hold-down bolt 7-3 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire ▼ Jack ▼ Spare Tire To remove the jack Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods. Temporary spares should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods. 1. Remove the jack container lid. WARNING 2. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To remove the spare tire Changing a Flat Tire 1. Remove the trunk board. NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. • Steering becomes difficult. • The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. • The vehicle pulls in one direction. Trunk board 2. Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it. ▼ Removing a Flat Tire 1. Pry off the wheel cover with the beveled end of the lug wrench. 1. Park on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in Park (P), a manual transaxle in Reverse (R) or 1, and turn off the engine. 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 2. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but don’t remove any until the tire has been raised off the ground. 3. Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire being changed. WARNING Incorrect Jacking Position: Attempting to jack the vehicle in positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5. Turn the lug wrench clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the spare tire can be installed. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move. ▼ Locking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire ▼ Mounting the Spare Tire 1. Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub, including the hub bolts, with a cloth. 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle. Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown. If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at a service station. Nut tightening torque: N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88—118 (9—12, 65—87) WARNING Loose Lug Nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. The wheel could wobble or come off.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5. Store the damaged tire, using the conventional tire hold-down bolt supplied in the tool bag to hold it in place. Have the damaged tire repaired as soon as possible. Conventional tire hold-down bolt Tire clamp NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them properly. 7-11 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Overheating Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. If this happens: 1. Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in park (P), a manual transaxle in neutral. Apply the parking brake. 3. Turn off the air conditioner.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Overheating 5. Check the coolant level. If it’s low, look for leaks in the radiator hoses and connections, heater hoses and connections, radiator, and water pump. If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking, stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there—for up to 10 seconds. If the engine starts, release the key and accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up. 3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, don’t allow the vehicles to touch. Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both vehicles. 3. Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence as in the illustration.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting WARNING Towing a Vehicle to Start It: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured. Never tow a vehicle to start it. You can’t start a vehicle with an automatic transaxle by pushing it.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Towing Description We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. CAUTION Don’t tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hook CAUTION Don’t use the tiedown hook under the rear for towing. It is designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it’s being transported. Using it for towing will damage the bumper. ▼ Tiedown Hook-Rear 7-18 Form No. 8R29-EA-02I Recreational Towing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction ................................................................................... 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ..........................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you’re unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance ▼ Schedule 1 I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary. R: Replace L: Lubricate Maintenance Interval (Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first) Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 48 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 R R I R R R R R R I R R ENGINE Drive belts (tension) 2.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance ▼ Schedule 2 I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedure can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools. Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview 2.3-liter engine Engine oil-filler cap Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Battery Power steering fluid reservoir Fuse block Engine oil dipstick Engine coolant reservoir 3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance When choosing an oil, consider the temperature range your vehicle will operate in before the next oil change. Then select the recommended viscosity from this chart. Engine Oil ▼ Recommended Oil Oil container labels provide important information. CAUTION Using oils of viscosity besides those recommended for specific temperature ranges could result in engine damage.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Changing Engine Oil and Filter 3.0-liter engine Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Full OK Low Please act responsibly—protect the environment and take used oil to a recycling facility. Ask your dealer or a service station for information. WARNING 5. Pull it out again and examine the level. It’s OK between MIN and MAX.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Changing engine oil 1. Warm up the engine for a few minutes and turn it off. Remove the oil-filler cap. WARNING Checking or Changing Engine Oil: Hot engine oil is dangerous. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. You could be seriously burned. Don’t check or change the engine oil when the engine is hot. 2.3-liter engine Loosen Tighten 2.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Coolant 3.0-liter engine ▼ Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING Hot Engine: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. You could be burned. Don’t inspect the coolant system or add coolant when the engine is hot.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Changing Coolant To change coolant Change coolant according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). CAUTION • Use only soft (demineralized) water in the coolant mixture. Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant’s effectiveness. • Don’t add only water. Always add a proper coolant mixture.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake/Clutch Fluid Loosen Tighten Tighten Loosen 3.0-liter engine 2. Only when the engine is cool, remove the radiator drain plug and drain the coolant into a suitable container. Properly dispose of the used coolant. ▼ Inspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Adding Brake/Clutch Fluid WARNING Spilled Brake Fluid: Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes, they could be seriously injured. If this happens, immediately flush your eyes with water and get medical attention. Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourselfor on the engine.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Power Steering Fluid ▼ Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION If new fluid is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 3.0-liter engine Inspect the fluid level at each engine oil change. Add fluid if necessary; it does not require periodic changing.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Automatic transaxle Fluid (ATF) ▼ Inspecting Automatic transaxle Fluid Level The automatic transaxle fluid level should be inspected regularly. Measure it as described below. The volume of fluid changes with the temperature. Fluid must be checked at idle without driving at normal operating temperature. CAUTION • Low fluid level causes transaxle slippage.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 19 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION • Use the cold scale only as a reference. • If outside temperature is lower than about 20°C (70°F), start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine reaches operating temperature.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 20 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather. Make sure the engine hood’s secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. Air Filter CAUTION Don’t drive without an air filter.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 21 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3.0-liter engine 3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth. 4. Clean or replace the filter. 5. Install in the reverse order of removal. Replace the filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Clamp 2. Tilt or lift the air filter cover and remove the filter. 2.3-liter engine Air filter cover Air filter 3.0-liter engine Air filter cover Air filter 8-21 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 22 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Wiper Blades CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to affect the cleanability of windows. ▼ Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked. Replace them. CAUTION Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 23 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION To prevent damage to the windshield, don’t let the wiper arm fall on it. 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal support. Metal support Tab Pull out CAUTION • Don’t bend the stiffeners. You need to use them again. • If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade’s wiping efficiency could be reduced.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 24 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. WARNING Children and Batteries: Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 25 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel economy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. WARNING Using Different Tire Types: Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous. It could cause poor handling and poor braking; leading to loss of control.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 26 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE • Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don’t release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. ▼ Tire Rotation To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or sooner if irregular wear develops. During rotation, inspect them for correct balance.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 27 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing a Tire ▼ Temporary Spare Tire WARNING Worn Tires: Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident. Always use tires that are in good condition. If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread. Replace the tire when this happens.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 28 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing a Wheel When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset. Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause vibration and uneven wear, such as cupping and flat spots. WARNING Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel: Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 29 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead light/Map lights Headlights(Low beam) Fog lights Headlights (High beam) Parking lights Side-marker lights Front turn signal lights High-mount brake light Brake lights/Taillights Trunk light Courtesy lights Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights Taillights License plate lights 8-29 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 30 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Your Mazda’s headlights have replaceable halogen bulbs. WARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass. If the glass portion is touched with bare hands, body oil could cause the bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 31 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing a Bulb (Front) To replace the bulbs for the fog lights and parking lights, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Front turn signal lights Side-marker lights 8-31 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 32 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing a Bulb (Interior) Overhead light/Map lights Without overhead console Trunk light Courtesy lights With overhead console Vanity mirror lights 8-32 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 33 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Replacing a Bulb (Rear) Rear bulb access To replace the turn signal light, brake light/taillight or reverse light bulbs, the trunk rear trim must be removed and the inside cover must be partially opened. 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers and the trunk rear trim. 2. Remove the inside cover’s plastic retainers and partially open the inside cover.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 34 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights High-mount brake light License plate lights Reverse lights Taillights 8-34 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 35 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuses 3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the fuse block. Your vehicle’s electrical system is protected by fuses. Fuse puller If any lights, accessories, or controls don’t work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 36 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION 3. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the same rating . Always replace a fuse with one of the same rating. Otherwise you may damage the electric system. If the headlights or other electrical components don’t work and the fuses in the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced. Follow these steps: Normal Blown 1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 37 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance ▼ Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 5 6 SPARE SPARE SPARE — — INJ 7 ENG BAR 8 FUSE RATING 20A 15A 10A — — 15A 10A*1 15A*2 ENG BAR2*1 15A ENG BB*2 5A 9 HEAD LR 10A 10 HEAD LL 10A 11 HEAD HL 10A 12 HEAD HR 10A 13 ETC 7.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 38 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 24 BLOWER FUSE RATING 40A 25 BTN 40A 26 — — 27 DEFOG 40A ABS 60A PROTECTED COMPONENT Blower motor Overhead light, Power door lock — Rear window defroster ABS 30A Cooling fan 30A Cooling fan DESCRIPTION 28 29 30 AD FAN*1 FAN2*2 FAN*1 FAN1*2 31 TAIL 10A 32 ILLUMI 10A 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 MAG AUDIO P.SEAT OPENER — — FOG 10A 15A 30A 7.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 39 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Vehicle’s left side) DESCRIPTION 1 ENGINE IG FUSE RATING 15A 2 METER IG 15A 3 SEAT 15A 4 M.DEF 7.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 40 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint’s protective properties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possible damage, with tips on how to prevent them.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 41 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care ▼ Water Marks ▼ Paint Chipping Occurrence Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehicle’s finish.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 42 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Exterior Care To minimize scratches on the vehicle’s paint finish: Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. • Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter using lukewarm or cold water before washing. ▼ Maintaining the Finish • Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth when washing the vehicle.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 43 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Pay special attention to removing salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign material from the underside of the fenders, and make sure the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors and rocker panels are clean. Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 44 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care ▼ Repairing Damage to the Finish ▼ Underbody Maintenance Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs. Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 45 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care ▼ Aluminum Wheel Maintenance A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels. Special care is needed to protect this coating. NOTE • Don’t use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent on aluminum wheels. They may damage the coating. • Only use a mild soap or neutral detergent and always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 46 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Fabric ▼ Cleaning the Window Interiors Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. Clean it with a mild soap solution good for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh spots immediately with a fabric spot cleaner. If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 9 Customer Information Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ..................................................................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ................................................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (Canada) .................................................. 9-3 Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) ........................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information 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.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Canada) ▼ Satisfaction Review Process Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Customer Assistance The Department, in cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative, will review the case to determine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction. Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer’s service facilities, personnel and equipment.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Customer Assistance Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below: Province/Territory British Columbia & Yukon Territories Alberta & Northwest Territories Saskatchewan Manitoba Ontario Atlantic Canada Quebec CAMVAP Number (604) 681-0312 (403) 426-0650 (306) 352-9259 (204) 942-7166 (416) 596-8824 (902) 422-5413 (418) 649-1330 ▼ Regional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES MAZDA CANADA INC.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information 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.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 7 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Mazda Importer/Distributors Importer/Distributor Distributor in Each Area ▼ U.S.A. ▼ CANADA Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL:1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Mazda Canada Inc.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 8 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda • New Vehicle Limited Warranty • Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) • Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty • Anti-perforation Limited Warranty • Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) • Emission Defect Warranty • Emission Performance Warranty • California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 9 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Warranty Outside the United States and Canada Government regulations in the United States and Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States, its territories, and Canada may differ from those sold in other countries.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 10 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. Vehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries. In addition to registration problems, satisfactory service may be difficult or even impossible in another country.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 11 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Warranty Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system; the Mazda warranty doesn’t cover this.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 12 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s hands.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 13 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system 9-13 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 14 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 15 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 16 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Your Mazda Importer/Distributor).
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 17 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Customer Information Service Publications Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below. If they don’t have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 18 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 9-18 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ............................................................................... 10-3 Specifications ..........................................................................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Identification Numbers Vehicle Information Labels ▼ Vehicle Emission Control Information Label ▼ Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. ▼ Tire Pressure Label ▼ Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label ▼ Engine Number (3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Specifications Specifications ▼ Engine Model Item 2.3-liter engine DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 9.7 Type Bore×Stroke Displacement Compression ratio 3.0-liter engine DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in) 10.0 ▼ Electrical System Item Battery 2.3-liter engine 3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Specifications ▼ Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item 2.3-liter engine Engine oil 3.0-liter engine Coolant Manual transaxle oil Automatic transaxle fluid L With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement With oil filter replacement Without oil filter replacement 2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine 2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine 2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine Fuel tank Unit US qt Imp qt 4.3 4.5 3.8 3.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Specifications ▼ Light Bulbs Light bulb High beam Low beam Headlights Wattage 55 55 28*1 5 55 5 18.4 4 21 21/5 Front turn signal lights Parking lights Fog lights Side-marker lights High-mount brake lights Type A Type B Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights Taillights Reverse lights License plate lights Trunk light Overhead light/Map lights Courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights 5*2 18.4 5 3 5 5 1.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 10-6 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 1 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM 11 Index 11-1 Form No.
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 2 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Index A B Accessory Socket ............................. 6-54 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ...................................... 9-11 Air Bag Systems .............................. 2-33 Air Filter .......................................... 8-20 Ambient Temperature Display ........ 6-48 Antenna ............................................ 6-16 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........ 5-7 Warning light ...................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 3 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Index C E Courtesy Lights ................................6-45 Cruise Control ..................................5-17 Cup Holder .......................................6-50 Customer Assistance ..........................9-2 Engine Compartment Overview .........8-9 Engine Coolant Overheating ...............................7-12 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ...............................................5-25 Exhaust Gas .........
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 4 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Index H I Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-42 Hazardous Driving ............................. 4-7 Headlights Control ...................................... 5-37 Flashing .................................... 5-37 High-low beam ......................... 5-37 On reminder .............................. 5-37 HomeLink Wireless Control System .............................................. 5-43 Hood Release ...................
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 5 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Index M S Mirrors Outside mirrors .........................3-25 Rearview mirror ........................3-26 Money-Saving Suggestions ...............4-6 Safety Defects, Reporting ................9-16 Seat Belt System 3-point type ...............................2-13 Automatic locking .....................2-12 Emergency locking ...................2-12 Extender ....................................2-19 Pregnant women ...............
shuseizumi_J56J_8R29_EA_02I.book Page 6 Wednesday, October 16, 2002 9:51 AM Index S V Sunroof ............................................ 3-18 Sunshade .......................................... 3-19 Sunvisors .......................................... 6-43 Vanity Mirrors ..................................6-43 Vehicle Information Labels .............10-2 T Tachometer ...................................... 5-25 Temporary Spare Tire ...................... 8-27 Theft-Deterrent System ...................
