6 Hatchback (2004) - Automobile MAZDA - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Automobile
Brand	Mazda
Model	6 Hatchback (2004)
Year	2004
Body Style	4-door Hatchback
Engine	2.3L L4 DOHC 16V or 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Displacement	2261 cc (2.3L) / 2967 cc (3.0L)
Overall Length	4745–4765 mm (186.8–187.6 in)
Overall Width	1780 mm (70.1 in)
Overall Height	1440 mm (56.7 in)
Wheelbase	2675 mm (105.3 in)
Front Tread	1540 mm (60.6 in) / 1530 mm (60.2 in) for 17" wheels
Rear Tread	1540 mm (60.6 in) / 1530 mm (60.2 in) for 17" wheels
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)	2032 kg (4480 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity	68 L (18.0 US gal, 15.0 Imp gal)
Transmission	5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic
Drive Type	Front-wheel drive
Brakes	4-wheel disc with ABS
Steering	Power-assisted rack-and-pinion
Tires (Standard)	P205/60R16 91H or P215/50R17 93V
Safety Systems	SRS airbags (front, side, curtain), seatbelt pretensioners, ABS, TCS
Interior Features	Power windows, keyless entry, climate control, AM/FM/CD audio, cruise control

Frequently Asked Questions - 6 Hatchback (2004) MAZDA

How do I adjust the shoulder belt height?

To adjust the shoulder belt height, push the adjuster up to raise it, or pull the button and slide it down to lower it. Make sure the adjuster locks into place.

Can I install a rear-facing child restraint in the front passenger seat?

No. A rear-facing child restraint should never be used in the front seat with an active airbag. The force of a deploying airbag can cause serious injury or death.

What type of engine oil should I use?

Use API Service SL or ILSAC GF-III engine oil. Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers based on your climate. For example, 5W-20 or 5W-30 is common.

How do I fold the rear seats?

For the hatchback/wagon, unfasten the center rear seatbelt lap portion, then open the liftgate and pull the remote handle levers on either side. The seatback and seat bottom will fold down. Always ensure no one is in the rear seat before folding.

What is the proper tire pressure?

Check the tire pressure label located on the driver's door jamb. For standard tires P205/60R16, the recommended pressure is 220 kPa (32 psi) for both front and rear. The temporary spare tire requires 420 kPa (60 psi).

How do I use the seatbelt pretensioner system?

The front seatbelts are equipped with pretensioners and load limiters. They deploy in moderate to severe frontal impacts, taking up slack. The system only works if the seatbelt is fastened. If the airbag warning light stays on, have the system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

What kind of fuel should I use?

Use unleaded regular gasoline with an octane rating of 87 (R+M)/2 or higher. Do not use leaded fuel. Refer to the fuel filler cap for additional information.

How do I replace a headlight bulb?

The headlights use H1 bulbs (55W). To replace, open the hood, remove the dust cover, disconnect the harness, release the spring clip, and replace the bulb. Avoid touching the glass with fingers.

What is the towing capacity?

The Mazda 6 Hatchback is not primarily designed for towing. If you must tow, refer to the owner's manual for specific limitations. Generally, towing is not recommended without a proper hitch and additional equipment.

How do I reset the maintenance light?

The manual does not specify a maintenance light reset procedure. However, many Mazda models reset by pressing the trip reset button while turning the ignition to ON. If unsure, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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TableofContents

YourVehicleataGlanceInterior,exteriorviewsandpartidentificationofyourMazda.	1
EssentialSafetyEquipmentUseofsafetyequipment,includingseats,seatbeltsystem,SRSairbagsand child-restraintsystems.	2
KnowingYourMazdaExplanationofbasicoperationsandcontrols;opening/closingandadjustment ofvariousparts.	3
BeforeDrivingYourMazdaImportantinformationaboutdrivingyourMazda.	4
DrivingYourMazdaExplanationofinstrumentsandcontrols.	5
InteriorComfortUseofvariousfeaturesfordrivecomfort,includingair-conditioningandaudio system.	6
InCaseofanEmergencyHelpfulinformationonwhattodoinanemergency.	7
MaintenanceandCareHowtokeepyourMazdaintopcondition.	8
CustomerInformationandReportingSafetyDefectsImportantconsumerinformationincludingwarrantiesandadd-onequipment.	9
SpecificationsTechnicalinformationaboutyourMazda.	10
Index	11

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1 YourVehicleataGlance

Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.

DashboardandInteriorOverview....1-2

ExteriorOverview....1-4

YourVehicleataGlance DashboardandInteriorOverview

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YourVehicleataGlance

DashboardandInteriorOverview

① LightingControl/TurnSignals......page5-38
②Instrument Cluster ...... page 5-23
③ Driver-side Air Bag ...... page 2-43
④ Wiper and Washer Lever...... page 5-40
⑤ Information Display ...... page 6-46
⑥ HazardWarningFlasher......page5-44
⑦ Passenger-side Air Bag ...... page 2-43
⑧Glove Box page 6-52
⑨ Power Door Locks ...... page 3-8
⑩ Power Windows ...... page 3-22
⑪ Hood ...... page 3-26
⑫ TiltWheelReleaseLever......page3-34
⑬ Ignition Switch ...... page 5-2
⑭ ClimateControlSystem......page6-2
⑮ Audio System ...... page 6-16
⑯ Ashtray ...... page 6-49
⑰ Lighter ...... page 6-48
⑱ Shift Lever ...... page 5-8
⑲ Parking Brake ...... page 5-5
⑳ TrunkReleaseButton(Sedan)......page3-19
② Storage Pocket ...... page 6-52
② Center Console ...... page 6-52
②3 Cup Holder ...... page 6-50
② Interior Lights ...... page 6-43
②5 Sunvisors ...... page 6-43
② Map Lights ...... page 6-44
②Rearview Mirror ...... page 3-35
⑳ Vanity Mirrors ...... page 6-43
⑲Rear Seat ...... page 2-9
③0 Seat Belt ...... page 2-16
③1 FrontScats(ManuallyOperatedScats)......page2-2
③2 Side Air Bags ...... page 2-43
③ SupplementalRestraintSystems(SRS)Precautions......page2-43

YourVehicleataGlance

ExteriorOverview

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YourVehicleataGlance

ExteriorOverview

① Trunk Lid (Sedan) ...... page 3-18
② High-mountBrakeLight......page8-31
③ Antenna ...... page 6-16
④ RearWindowDefroster......page5-42
⑤ Power Windows ...... page 3-22
⑥ Tires ...... page 8-27
⑦ Brake Lights ...... page 8-31
⑧ Rear Turn Signal Light ...... page 8-31
⑨ Reverse Lights ...... page 8-31
⑩ License Plate Lights ...... page 8-31
⑪ Taillight ...... page 8-31
⑫ Hood ...... page 3-26
⑬ WindshieldWiperBlades......page8-21
⑭ FrontTurnSignalLight/ParkingLight......page8-31
⑮ Rear Door Child Safety Locks ...... page 3-9
⑯ Fuel-filler Lid ...... page 3-24
⑰ Keys ...... page 3-2
⑱ Outside Mirrors ...... page 3-34
⑲ FrontSide-markerLights......page8-31
⑳Headlights ...... page 8-31
② Foglights ...... page 8-31
②Moonroof* page3-27

YourVehicleataGlance ExteriorOverview

YourVehicleataGlance

ExteriorOverview

①Liftgate (Wagon)...... page 3-12
② High-mountBrakeLight......page8-31
③ Antenna ...... page 6-16
④ RearWindowDefroster......page5-42
⑤ Power Windows ...... page 3-22
⑥ Tires ...... page 8-27
⑦ Brake Lights ...... page 8-31
⑧ Rear Turn Signal Light ...... page 8-31
⑨ Reverse Lights ...... page 8-31
⑩ License Plate Lights ...... page 8-31
⑪ Taillight ...... page 8-31
⑫ Hood ...... page 3-26
⑬ WindshieldWiperBlades......page8-21
⑭ FrontTurnSignalLight/ParkingLight......page8-31
⑮ RearDoorChildSafetyLocks......page3-9
⑯ Fuel-filler Lid ...... page 3-24
⑰ Door and Keys ...... page 3-2
⑱ Outside Mirrors ...... page 3-34
⑲ FrontSide-markerLights......page8-31
⑳ Headlights ...... page 8-31
② Foglights ...... page 8-31

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2 EssentialSafetyEquipment

Useofsafetyequipment,includingseats,seatbeltsystem,SRSairbagsand child-restraintsystems.

Seats....2-2

FrontSeats(ManuallyOperatedSeats)....2-2

FrontSeats(ElectricallyOperatedSeats)....2-5

RearSeat....2-9

SeatBeltSystems....2-16

SeatBeltPrecautions....2-16

3-PointTypeSeatBelt....2-19

FrontSeatBeltPretensionerandLoadLimitingSystems.....2-21

RearCenterPositionSeatBelt....2-23

SeatBeltExtender....2-25

SeatBeltWarningLight....2-26

SeatBeltWarningBeep....2-27

Child Restraint 2-28

ChildRestraintPrecautions....2-28

InstallingChild-RestraintSystems....2-31

LATCHChild-RestraintSystems....2-38

SRSAirBags....2-43

SupplementalRestraintSystems(SRS)Precautions....2-43

AirBagSystemDescription....2-48

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

FrontSeats(Manually OperatedSeats)

WARNING

ModificationoftheFrontSeats: Modifyingorreplacingthefrontseats suchasreplacingtheupholsteryor looseninganyboltsisdangerous. The frontseatscontainairbag componentsessentialtothe supplementalrestraintsystem.Such modificationscoulddamagethe supplementalrestraintsystemand resultinseriousinjury.Consultan AuthorizedMazdaDealerifthereis anyneedtoremoveorreinstallthe frontseats.

DamagedFrontSeats: Drivingwithdamagedfrontseatsis dangerous. A collision, even nonenot strongenoughtoinflatetheairbags, could damage the frontseats which contain essential airbag components. If therewasasubsequentcollision, the airbag may not deploy which could lead to injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the frontseats, frontseatbelt pretensioners and airbags after a collision.

WARNING

SecuringtheSeats: Adjustableseatsandseatbacksthat arenotsecurelylockedaredangerous. Inasuddenstoporcollision,theseat orseatbackcouldmove,causing injury.Makesuretheadjustable componentsoftheseatarelockedin placebyattemptingtoslidetheseat forwardandbackwardandrocking theseatback.

▼SeatSlide

WARNING

Driver's Seat Adjustment: Adjusting the driver's seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. The driver could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident. Adjust the driver's seat only when the vehicle is stopped.

Tomoveaseatforwardorbackward, raise theleverandslidetheseattothedesired positionandreleasethelever.

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EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

Makesuretheleverreturnstoitsoriginal positionandtheseatislockedinplaceby attemptingtopushitforwardand backward.

▼SeatRecline

WARNING

Reclining:

Sittinginareclinedpositionwhilethe vehicleismovingisdangerous becauseyoudon'tgetthefull protectionfromseatbelts.During suddenbrakingoracollision,youcan slideunderthelapheltandsuffer seriousinternalinjuries.For maximumprotection,sitwellbackand upright.

UnlockedSeatback:

Theseatbackplaysanimportantrole inyourprotectioninavehicle. Leavingtheseatbackunlockedis dangerousasitcanallowpassengers tobeejectedorthrownaroundand baggagetostrikeoccupantsina suddenstoporcollision,resultingin severeinjury. Afteradjustingthe seatbackatanytime,evenwhenthere arenootherpassengers,rockthe seatbacktomakesureitislockedin place.

Tochangetheseatbackangle, lean forwardslightlywhileraisingthelever. Thenleanbacktothedesiredpositionand releasethelever.

Makesuretheleverreturnstoitsoriginal positionandtheseatbackislockedin placebyattemptingtopushitforwardand backward.

CAUTION

When returning are rear reclined seat back to its upright position, makes sure you support these seat back while operating these seat back lever. If these seat back is not supported, it will flip forwards suddenly and could cause injury.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

▼HeightAdjustment(Driver's Seat)

Bymovingtheseatleverupordown,the seatbottomheightcanbeadjusted.

▼HeadRestraint

WARNING

HeadRestraints Adjustment: Drivingwiththeheadrestraints adjustedtooloworremovedis dangerous. Withnosupportbehind yourhead,yourneckcouldbe seriouslyinjuredinacollision. Always drivewiththeheadrestraintsinserted whenseatsarebeingusedandmake suretheyareproperlyadjusted.

Heightadjustment

Toraiseaheadrestraint, pullituptothe desiredposition. Tolowertheheadrestraint, pressthestop-catchrelease, thenpushtheheadrestraint down.

Adjusttheheadrestraintsothatthetopis parallelwiththetopofthepassenger's ears,neverthepassenger'sneck.

▼SeatWarmer \*

Thefrontseatsareelectricallyheated. The ignitionswitchmustbeintheON position.

Presstheswitchtoturntheseatwarmer onoroff. WhentheswitchisintheON position, theindicatorlightwillcomeon.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

NOTE

Thethermostatregulatesseat temperaturebyturningthecurrenton andoff.

FrontSeats(Electrically OperatedSeats)

WARNING

ModificationoftheFrontSeats: Modifyingorreplacingthefrontseats suchasreplacingtheupholsteryor looseninganyboltsisdangerous. The frontseatscontainairbag componentsessentialtothe supplementalrestraintsystem.Such modificationscoulddamagethe supplementalrestraintsystemand resultinserious injury.Consultan Authorized MazdaDealerifthereis anyneedtoremoveorreinstallthe frontseats.

DamagedFrontSeats: Drivingwithdamagedfrontseatsis dangerous. A collision, even nonenot strongenoughtoinflatetheairbags, could damage the frontseats which contain essential airbag components. If therewasasubsequentcollision, the airbag may not deploy which could lead to injuries. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the frontseats, frontseatbelt pretensioners and airbags after a collision.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

CAUTION

• Theseat-bottompoweradjustmentis operatedbymotors. Avoidextended operationbecauseexcessiveusecan damagethemotors.
• Topreventthebatteryfromrunning down,avoidusingthepower adjustmentwhentheengineis stopped. Theadjusterusesalarge amountofelectricpower.
• Don'tusetheswitchtomakemore thanoneadjustmentatatime.

▼SeatSlide(Driver'sSeat)

Toslidetheseat, movetheslidelifter switchontheoutsideoftheseattothe frontorbackandholdit. Releasethe switchatthedesiredposition.

▼SeatRecline(Driver'sSeat)

WARNING

Reclining: Sittinginareclinedpositionwhilethe vehicleismovingisdangerous becauseyoudon'tgetthefull protectionfromseatbelts.During suddenbrakingoracollision,youcan slideunderthelapbeltandsuffer seriousinternalinjuries.For maximumprotection,sitwellbackand upright.

Changetheseatbackanglebypassingthe frontorrearsideoftherecliningswitch. Releasetheswitchatthedesiredposition.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

▼HeightAdjustment(Driver's Seat)

Frontheightadjustment

Toadjustthefrontheightoftheseat-bottom,raiscorlowerthefrontofthe slidelifterswitchontheleftsideofthe seat.

Rearheightadjustment

Raiseorlowerthebackoftheswitchto adjusttherearheightoftheseat-bottom.

Heightadjustment

Raisetheseat-bottombypullinguponthe centeroftheswitch.Releasetheswitchat thedesiredposition.

Lowertheseat-bottombypressingdown onthecenteroftheswitch.Releasethe switchatthedesiredposition.

▼LumbarSupportAdjustment (Driver'sSeat)

Toadjustthelumbarsupport, pull the leverforward.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

▼HeadRestraint

WARNING

HeadRestraints Adjustment: Drivingwiththeheadrestraints adjustedtooloworremovedis dangerous. Withnosupportbehind yourhead,yourneckcouldbe seriouslyinjuredinacollision. Always drivewiththeheadrestraintsinserted whenseatsarebeingusedandmake suretheyareproperlyadjusted.

Toraiseaheadrestraint, pullituptothe desiredposition. Tolowertheheadrestraint, pressthestop-catchrelease, thenpushtheheadrestraint down.

Adjusttheheadrestraintsothatthetopis parallelwiththetopofthepassenger's ears,neverthepassenger'sneck.

▼SeatWarmer \*

Thefrontseatsareelectricallyheated. The ignitionswitchmustbeintheON position.

Presstheswitchtoturntheseatwarmer onoroff. WhentheswitchisintheON position, theindicatorlightwillcomeon.

NOTE

Thethermostatregulatesseat temperaturebyturningthecurrenton andoff.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

RearSeat

WARNING

StackingCargo:

Stackingluggageorothercargo higherthantheseatbacks,andplacing articlesontherearpackagetrayoron theluggagecompartmentcoveris dangerous.Duringsuddenbrakingor acollision,objectscanflyaroundand becomeprojectilesthatmayhitand injurepassengers.Don'tstackcargo higherthantheseatbacksorplace articlesontherearpackagetrayoron theluggagecompartmentcover.

NotSecuringLuggageandCargo: Notsecuringcargowhiledrivingis dangerousasitcouldmoveorbe crushedduringsuddenbrakingora collisionandcauseinjury.Makesure luggageandcargoissecuredbefore driving.

SecuringSeats:

Adjustableseatsthatarenotsecurely lockedaredangerous.Inasudden stoporcollision,theseatorseatback couldmove,causinginjury.Makesure theadjustablecomponentsoftheseat arelockedinplace.

WARNING

UnlockedSeatback:

Theseatbackplaysanimportantrole inyourprotectioninavehicle. Leavingtheseatbackunlockedis dangerousasitcanallowpassengers tobeejectedorthrownaroundand baggagetostrikeoccupantsina suddenstoporcollision,resultingin severeinjury.Afteradjustingthe seatbackatanytime,evenwhenthere arenootherpassengers,rockthe seatbacktomakesureitislockedin place.

PassengerontheFoldedSeatback: Drivingwithapassengeronthefolded seatbackisdangerous. Allowinga childtosituponthefoldedseatback whilethevehicleismovingis particularlydangerous. Inasudden stoporevenaminorcollision,achild notinaproperseatorchild-restraint systemandseatbeltcouldbethrown forward,backorevenoutofthe vehicleresultinginseriousiusinjuriesor death. Thechildorotherobjectsinthe baggageareacouldbethrowninto otheroccupantsandcauseserious injury. Neverallowapassengertosit orstandonthefoldedseatbackwhile thevehicleismoving.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

WARNING

ChildrenandtheFoldingRearSeats: Playingwiththefoldingrearseatsis dangerous. Oncetheseatsareback up,achildinthetrunkwouldnotbe abletogetoutthewaytheyhad entered. Ifyouhavesmallchildren, keeptheseatbackslocked(sedan). Do notgivethecarkeystochildrenand donotallowthemtoplayinthe vehicle.

NOTE

When returning arearseattoits original position, also replace these seat belt to its normal position. Verify that these seat bell pulls and retracts.

▼Split-FoldingRearSeatback (Sedan)

Theseatbackscanbefoldeddownto providemorespaceinthetrunk.

Tofoldtheseatbacks

WARNING

OperatingtheRemoteHandleLevers WhileaRear-FacingChild-Restraint SystemisintheRearSeat: Operatingtheremotehandlelevers whilearear-facingchild-restraint systemisintherearseatsidangerous. Itcouldcauseinjurytoachildseated inthechild-restraintsystemwhenthe seatbacksuddenlyflipsforward. Alwaysremovethechild-restraint systemfromtherearseatbefore operatingtheremotehandleleversfor therearseat.

Folding Seatback with Remote Handle Levers: Not checking there are seat area for persons before folding these seat backs with theremote handle levers is dangerous. There are seat area is difficult to see from the rear of the vehicle. Operating theremote handle levers without checking could cause injury to person when a seat back suddenly flips forward. Makes sure there is nobody in the rear seat area before operating theremote handle levers.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

CAUTION

Becarefulofthefollowingwhenusing theremotehandlelevers:

• Onadownwardslope, thescatback could flip forward faster than a flat area.

• Onanupwardslope, theseatback may not folddown. When the seatback cannot be folded down with levers, pull therearseatback forward from insidethe vehicle.

• Unfastenthalapportionoftherear centerseatbelt(page2-23).

CAUTION

Alwaysunfastenthe lapportion of the belt before folding therear-left seatback. Leaving the lapportion of the belt fastened could caused damage to the seatbelt, buckle and seatback.

1. Afterchecking that therearseats are clear, openthetrunk and pull the remote handle levers on the left and right side of the trunk.

Toreturntheseatbackstotheupright position

1. Lifttheseatbacksupright.
2. Pullonthetopoftheseatbacksfrom insidethevehicletomakesuretheyare locked.
3. Fastentherear-centerlap/shoulderbelt and check that all seat beltsarerouted properly for passenger use (page 2-23).

WARNING

SeatBeltsCaught Under Seatbacks: Aseatbelt caught under a seatback after these seat back is returned to its upright position is dangerous. In a collision or sudden stop, these seat belt cannot provide adequate protection. Always makes sure these seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

▼EasyFoldDownRearSeatbacks and SeatBottomforAdded LuggageSpace(Hatchback/Wagon)

Theseatbackandseatbottomcanbe foldeddowntoprovideaflatsurface extendingfromthebackofthefrontseats totherearofthevehicleforextraluggage space.

Line drawing of a human head and torso (no text or symbols)

Tofolddowntherearseatbacksand seatbottoms

WARNING

OperatingtheRemoteHandleLevers WhileaRear-FacingChild-Restraint SystemisintheRearSeat: Operatingtheremotehandlelevers whilearear-facingchild-restraint systemisintherearseatisdangerous. Itcouldcauseinjurytoachildseated inthechild-restraintsystemwhenthe seatbacksuddenlyflipsforward. Alwaysremovethechild-restraint systemfromtherearseatbefore operatingtheremotehandleleversfor therearseat.

WARNING

Folding Seatbackswith Remote Handle Levers: Notcheckingtherearseatareafor personsbeforefoldingtheseatbacks withtheremotehandleleversis dangerous.Therearseatareais difficulttoseefromtherearofthe vehicle.Operatingtheremotehandle leverswithoutcheckingcouldcause injurytoapersonwhenaseatback suddenlyflipsforward.Makesure thereisnobodyintherearseatarea beforeoperatingtheremotehandle levers.

When using theremote handle levers:

CAUTION

Becarefulofthefollowingwhenusing theremotehandlelevers:

• Onadownwardslope, theseatback could flip forward faster than a flatarea.
• Onanupwardslope, theseatback may not folddown. When the seatback cannot be folded down with levers, pull there are seatback forward from inside the vehicle.

I. Unfastenthelapportionoftherear centerseatbelt(page2-23).

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Seats

CAUTION

Alwaysunfastenthelapportionofthe beltbeforefoldingtherear-left seatback.Leavingthelapportionofthe beltfastenedcouldcausedamagetothe seatbelt,buckleandseatback.

1. Afterchecking that therearseats are clear, openthelfitgate and pull the remote handle levers on the left and right side of the lift gate.

When using therearseatbackknobs:

CAUTION

Whenoperatingtherearseatbackknob, makesureyousupporttheseatback withyourhand. If theseatbackisnot supportedwithyourhand,itwillflip forwardsuddenlyandcouldcause injurytothefingerthatpushestherear seatbackknobdown.

1. Unfastenthelapportionoftherear centerseatbelt(page2-23).

CAUTION

Alwaysunfastenthelapportionofthe beltbeforefoldingtherear-left seatback.Leavingthelapportionofthe beltfastenedcouldcausedamagetothe seatbelt,buckleandseatback.

1. Support these at back with your hand.
2. Pushtherearseatbackknobdown.

Toreturntheseatbackstotheupright position

1. Lifttheseatbacksupright.
2. Pullonthetopoftheseatbacksfrom insidethevchieletomakesuretheyare locked.
3. Fastentherear-centerlap/shoulderbelt and check that all seat beltsarerouted properly for passenger use (page 2-23).

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

WARNING

SeatBeltsCaught Under Seatbacks:

Aseatbeltcaughtunderaseatback aftertheseatbackisreturnedtoits uprightpositionisdangerous.Ina collisionorsuddenstop,theseatbelt cannotprovideadequateprotection. Alwaysmakesuretheseatbeltsare fullypulledoutfromunderthe seatbacks.

ReturningRearSeatbackstothe UprightPosition:

Arearseatbacknotfullyreturned and lockedintheuprightpositionis dangerous. Suddenstopor maneuveringcouldcauseaseatback toflipforwardsuddenlyresulting in injury. Iftheredindicatorisvisible on thebackoftherearseatbackknob, the seatbackisnotlockedintheupright position. Whenreturningtheseatback totheuprightposition,makesure thereisnoredindication.

▼HeadRestraint(Hatchback/Wagon)

WARNING

HeadRestraintsAdjustment:

Drivingwiththeheadrestraints adjustedtooloworremovedis dangerous.Withnosupportbehind yourhead,yourneckcouldbe seriouslyinjuredinacollision.Always drivewiththeheadrestraintsinserted whenseatsarebeingusedandmake suretheyareproperlyadjusted.

Heightadjustment

Toraiseaheadrestraint, pullituptothe desiredposition.

Tolowertheheadrestraint, pressthestop-catchrelease, thenpushtheheadrestraint down.

Adjusttheheadrestraintsothatthetopis parallelwiththetopofthepassenger's ears,neverthepassenger'sneck.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

Seats

Armrest

Thearmrestcanbeusedorplacedupright.

WARNING

PositioningtheShoulderBeltOverthe Armrest:

Positioningtheshoulderportionofa rearseatbeltoverthearmrestis dangerousasitcannotprovide adequateprotectioninacollisionand couldresultinseriousinjuries.Never positiontheshoulderportionofarear seatbeltoverthearmrest.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SeatBeltSystems

SeatBeltPrecautions

Seatbeltshelptodecreasethepossibilityofsevereinjuryduringaccidentsandsudden stops.Mazdarccommendsthatthedriverandallpassengersalwayswearseatbelts.

Alloftheseatbeltretractorsaredesignedtokeepthelap/shoulderbeltsoutoftheway whennotinuse.

The driver's seat belthas noprovisions for child-restraints systems and has only an emergency locking mode. The driver may wear it comfortably, and it will lock during a collision.

However, the front passenger's seat and all rear lap/shoulder belt retractors operate in two modes: emergency locking mode, and forchild-restraints systems, automatic locking mode. While were recommend you put all children in there are seats, if you must set the front passenger seat for a child, slid the front passenger seat as far back as possible and make sure the child-restraints system is secured properly.

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EssentialSafetyEquipment

SeatBeltSystems

WARNING

NotWearingSeatBelts:

Notwearingaseatbeltisextremelydangerous. Duringacollision, occupantsnot wearingseatbeltscouldhitsomeoneorthingsinsidethevehicleorevenbethrownout ofthevehicle. Theycouldbeseriouslyinjuredorevenkilled. Inthesamecollision, occupantswearingseatbeltswouldbemuchsafer. Alwayswearyourseatbeltand makesureallooccupantsareproperlyrestrained.

SeatBeltDamagedDuringanAccident:

Usingadamagedseatbeltisdangerous. Anaccidentcoulddamagethebeltwebbing oftheseatbeltinuse. Adamagedseatbeltcannotprovideadequateprotectionina collision. Whetherafrontseatwasoccupiedornot,ifthefrontairbagsdeployedthe seatbeltpretensionersalsodeployedandbothfrontseatbeltsmusthereplaced. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealerinspectallseatheltsystemsinuseduringanaccident beforetheyareusedagain.

TwistedSeatBelts:

Twistedseatbeltsaredangerous. Inacollision, the full width of the belt isn't available to absorb the impact. This puts more force on the bones beneath the belt, which could cause serious injury or death. Don't treat twisted seat belts.

OneBelt, OnePassenger:

Usingoneseatbeltformorethanonepersonatatimeisdangerous. Aseatbeltused inthisway can't spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed. Never use one belt form more than one person at time.

CAUTION

Beltretractionmaybecomedifficultifthebeltsandringsaresoiled,sotrytokeepthem clean.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SeatBeltSystems

▼PregnantWomenandPersonswithSeriousMedicalConditions

Pregnantwomenshouldwearseatbelts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. Thelapbelt should beworn SNUGLY ANDASLOWAS POSSIBLEOVERTHEHIPS. Theshoulder belt should beworn across your shoulder properly, but never acrossthe stomach area. Personswith serious medical conditions also should wear seatbelts. Check with your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions.

▼EmergencyLockingMode

Ifthebelthasfullyretracted, itwillalwaysbeintheemergencylockingmodeuntilyou moveitintoautomaticlockingmodebypullingthebeltallthewayouttoitsfulllength. In theemergencylockingmode,thebeltrcmainscomfortablecontheoccupantandthe retractorwilllockinpositionduringacollision. Ifthebeltfeelstightandhinderscomfortablemovementwhilethevehicleisstoppedorin motion,youmaybeintheautomaticlockingmodebecauseyouhavepulledthebelttoofar out. Toremuntothemorecomfortableemergencylockingmode, waituntilyoucanstop thevehiclecinasafelevclarea,retractthebeltfullytoconvertitbacktoemergencylocking modeandthenagainextenditaroundyou.

▼AutomaticLockingMode

Alwaysusethautomaticlockingmodetokeepthechild-restraintsystemfromshiftingto anunsafepositionintheeventofanaccident.Togettheseatbeltintotheautomatic lockingmode,pullitallthewayoutandconnectitasinstructedonthechild-restraint system.Itwillretractdowntothechild-restraintsystemandstaylockedonit.Seethe sectiononchildrestraint(page2-28).

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3-PointTypeSeatBelt

NOTE

When using there are center seat belt, refer to "Rear Center Position Seat Belt" (page 2-23).

▼FasteningtheSeatBelts

1. Graspthebuckleandtongue.
   2.Slowlypulloutthelap/shoulderbelt.

1. Insertthetongueintothebuckleuntil youhearaclick.

WARNING

PositioningtheShoulderPortionof theSeatBelt:

Improperpositioningoftheshoulder portionoftheseatbeltisdangerous. Alwaysmakesuretheshoulder portionoftheseatbeltispositioned acrossyourshoulderandnearyour neck, butneverundryourarm, on yourneck, oronyourupperarm.

1. Makesuretheshoulderbeltissnugly fittedagainstyourbody.

WARNING

PositioningtheLapPortionofthe SeatBelt:

Thelapportionoftheseatbeltworn toohighisdangerous. Inacollision, thiswouldconcentratetheimpact forcedirectlyontheabdominalarea, causingseriousinjury. Wearthelap portionofthebeltsnuglyandaslow aspossible.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SeatBeltSystems

▼UnfasteningtheSeatBelts

Depressthebuttononthebuckle.

Diagram of a mechanical clamp or clamping mechanism with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

NOTE

Ifabeltdoesnotfullyretract,inspectit forkinksandtwists.Ifitisstillnot retractingproperly,haveitinspectedat anAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

▼ShoulderBeltAdjuster

Adjusttheheightoftheshoulderbeltif thescatbelttouchesyourneck,orift crossesyourarminsteadofyourshoulder. Toraisetheshoulderbeltadjuster.push theadjusterup.Tolowertheshoulderbelt adjuster,pullthebuttonandslideitdown. Makesuretheadjusterislocked.

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WARNING

PositioningtheShoulderPortionof theSeatBelt: Improperpositioningoftheshoulder portionoftheseatbeltisdangerous. Alwaysmakesuretheshoulder portionoftheseatbeltispositioned acrossyourshoulderandnearyour neck,butneverunderyourarm,on yourneck,oronyourupperarm.

FrontSeatBelt PretensionerandLoad LimitingSystems

Foroptimumprotection, the driver and frontpassenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems.

Inmoderateorgreaterfrontalornear-frontalaccidents,thefrontairbagand pretensionersystemsdeploy simultaneously.Thepretensionerstakeup slackinthefrontseatbeltsastheairbags areexpanding.Theseatbeltpretensioner systemwillnotactivateiftheseatbeltis notfastned,onlyyoucanbesurcitis wornproperly.Theloadlimitingsystem releasesbeltwebbinginacontrolled mannertoreducebeltforceonthe occupant'schest.

WARNING

IncorrectPositioningoftheDriver andFrontPassengerSeatBelts: Incorrectpositioningofthedriverand passengerseatbeltsisdangerous. Withoutproperpositioning, the pretensionerandloadlimitingsystems cannotprovideadequateprotectionin anaccidentandthiscouldresultin seriousinjury.Wearseatbeltsonlyas recommendedinthisowner'smanual.

WARNING

ExpendedSeatBeltPretensioners:

Useoffrontseatbeltswiththe pretensionersystemexpendedis dangerous.

Theseatbeltpretensionerswillonly functiononce. Aftertheyare expended, theywillnotworkagain andmustbereplacedimmediately. If theseatbeltpretensionersarenot replaced, theriskofinjuryina collisionwillincrease.

Alwayshavean Authorized Mazda Dealerinspecttheseatbelt pretensionersandairbagsafterany collision. Theseatbeltpretensioners andairbagsmustbereplacedafter anycollision,whichcausesthemto deploy.

ModificationorTestingofthe PretensionerSystem:

Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensionersystem, including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it to make it in operable which would prevent it from activating an accident. The occupants or repairers could be seriously injured. Never modify the components or wiring, or use electronic testing devices on the pretensionersystem.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SeatBeltSystems

WARNING

Pretensioner System Disposal: Improperdisposal of the pretensioner system or vehicle with non-deactivated pretensioners is dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Askan Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioners system or how to scrapa pretensioner-equipped vehicle.

NOTE

• Thepretensionersystemwillonly activateinamoderateorgreater frontalornear-frontalcollision. It willnotactivateinmostrollovers, sideorrearimpacts.
• Somesmoke(non-toxicgas)willbe releasedwhentheairbagsand pretensionersdeploy. Thisdoesnot indicateafire. Thisgasnormallyhas noeffectonoccupants,however, thosewithsensitiveskinmay experiencelightskinirritation.If residuefromthedeploymentofthe airbagsorthefrontpretensioner systemgetsontheskinorinthe eyes,washitoffassoonaspossible.

▼AirBag/FrontSeatBelt PretensionerSystemsWarning Light

If the airbag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out.

Asystemmalfunctionisindicatedwhen thewarninglightconstantlyflashes, illuminatesordoesn'tilluminateatall whentheignitionswitchisturnedtothe ONposition.Ifanyoftheseoccur,consult anAuthorizedMazdaDealerassoonas possible.Thcsystemmaynotworkinan accident.

WARNING

Self-ServicingtheAirBag/PretensionerSystems: Self-servicingortamperingwiththe systemsisdangerous.Anairbag/pretensionercouldaccidentally activateorbecomedisabled.This couldcauseseriousinjuries.Never tamperwiththesystemsandalways haveanAuthorizedMazdaDealer performsallservicingandrepairs.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

SeatBeltSystems

RearCenterPositionSeat Belt

Beforeusingtherear-centerlap/shoulder beltmakesuretongue(A)andanchor buckle(B)arefastened.

▼FasteningtheSeatBelt

1. Graspthebuckle(D) and tongue(C).
   2.Slowlypulloutthelap/shoulderbelt.
2. Insertthetongue(C) into the buckle (D) until you hear a click.

WARNING

FasteningtheRear-CenterSeatBelt withOnlyOneBuckle: Fasteningtherear-centeredseathelt withonlyonebuckleisdangerous. If onlyonepairofseatbelttongueand buckle, eithertongue(A) andanchor buckle(B) ortongue(C) andanchor buckle(D), is fastened, theseatbelt cannot provide full protection. In a sudden stop or collision, the user could slide under the belt and suffer serious injuries. Always makes sure that both pair of seatbelttongues and buckles are fastened properly.

PositioningtheShoulderPortionof theSeatBelt: Improperpositioningoftheshoulder portionoftheseatbeltisdangerous. Alwaysmakesuretheshoulder portionoftheseatbeltispositioned acrossyourshoulderandnearyour neck,butneverunderyourarm,on yourneck,oronyurupperarm.

1. Makesuretheshoulderbeltissnugly fittedagainstyourbody.

WARNING

PositioningtheLapPortionofthe SeatBelt: Thelapportionoftheseatbeltworn toohighisdangerous.Inacollision, thiswouldconcentratetheimpact forcedirectlyontheabdominalarea, causingseriousinjury.Wearthelap portionofthebeltsnuglyandaslow aspossible.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

SeatBeltSystems

▼UnfasteningtheSeatBelt

Depressthebuttononthebuckle.

Diagram of a mechanical clamp or bracket with directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

▼UnfasteningtheLapPortionof theSeatBelt

Insertasmalobjectsuchasakeyinthe anchorbuckle(B)slot.

CAUTION

Alwaysunfastenthelapportionofthe beltbeforefoldingtherear-left seatback.Leavingthelapportionofthe beltfastenedcouldcausedamagetothe seatbelt,buckleandseatback.

NOTE

Toencouragerearseatpassengersto weartheirscatbelts, wesuggestleaving therearcenterlappositionofthebelt fastenedatalltimesexceptwhen foldingtherearseatforward.

▼FasteningtheLapPortionofthe SeatBelt

Grasptongue(A)andinsertitintothe anchorbuckle(B)untilyouhearaclick.It isnowsecureforpassengeruse.

NOTE

Afterreturningtherear-leftseatback to itsuprightposition, fastenthelap portionofthebelt.

▼StowingtheRearCenterPosition SeatBelt(Wagon)

When folding therearleftseatback, stow therearcenterpositionseatbelt using the following procedure.

Tostowtheseatbelt,retractthebelt.put tongues(A)and(C)togetherandinsert themintotheceilingrecess.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

SeatBeltSystems

Topullouttheseatbelt, slidetongue(A) withyourfingerwhilemovingit downward, and slowly pullout theseat belt from the ceiling recess.

Diagram showing a car seatbelt being adjusted from left to right, with no text or symbols present.

CAUTION

Whenstowingtheseatbelt,makesure thebeltislockedsecurelyintothe ceilingrecess.Iftheseatbeltisnot lockedsecurely,itcouldfalldown suddenlyandcauseinjury.

SeatBeltExtender

Ifyourseatbeltisnotlongenough,even whenfullyextended,ascatbeltextender maybeavailabletoyouatnochargefrom yourAuthorizedMazdaDealer. Thisextenderwillbeonlyforyouandfor theparticularvehicleandseat.Evenifit plugsintootherseatbelts,itmaynothold inthecriticalmomentofacrash. Whenorderinganextender,onlyorder onethatprovidesthenecessaryadditional lengthtofastentheseatbeltproperly. PleasecontactyourAuthorizedMazda Dealerformoreinformation.

WARNING

UnnecessaryUseofanExtender: Usingaseatbeltextenderwhennot necessaryisdangerous. Theseatbelt willbetoolongandnotfitproperly. In anaccident, theseatbeltwillnot provideadequateprotectionandyou couldbeseriouslyinjured. Onlyuse theextenderwhenitisrequiredto fastentheseatbeltproperly.

UsinganImproperExtender: Usingaseatheltextenderthatisfor anotherpersonoradifferentvehicle orseatsidangerous. Theseatheltwill notprovideadequateprotectionand theusercouldbeseriouslyinjuredin anaccident. Onlyusetheextender providedforyouandfortheparticular vehicleandseat. NEVERusethe extenderinadifferentvehicleorseat.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SeatBeltSystems

WARNING

UsinganExtenderThatisTooLong: Usinganextenderthatistoolongis dangerous. Theseatbeltwillnotfit properly. Inanaccident, theseatbelt willnotprovideadequateprotection andyoucouldbeseriouslyinjured. Don'tusetheextenderorchooseone shorterinlengththifhedistance betweentheextender'sbuckleandthe centeroftheuser'sbodyislessthan 15cm(6in).

NOTE

When not in use, removetheseat belt extender and store it in the vehicle. If these at belt extender is left connected, these at belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly.

SeatBeltWarningLight

Ifthedriver'sseatbeltisnotfastened whentheignitionswitchisturnedtothe ONposition,theseatbeltwarninglight willremainonuntilthebeltisfastened. Ifthesystemdoesnotoperatecorrectly, consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

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EssentialSafetyEquipment

SeatBeltSystems

SeatBeltWarningBeep

1fthedriver'sseatbeltisnotfastened whenthecignitionswitchisturnedtothe ONposition,abeepsoundwillbeheard forabout6seconds.

EssentialSafetyEquipment ChildRestraint

ChildRestraintPrecautions

Mazdastronglyurgestheuseofchild-restraintsystemsforchildrensmallenoughtouse them.

You are required by law to use each child-restraints system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check your local state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.

Whateverchild-restraintsystemyouconsider,pleasepicktheappropriateonefortheage and size of the child, obey the law and follow the instructions that come with the individual child-restraintsystem.

Achildwhohasoutgrownchild-restraintsystemsshouldsitintherearanduseseatbelts, bothlapandshoulder.Iftheshoulderbeltcrossestheneckorface,movethechildcloserto thecenterofthevehicleintheoutboardseats,andtowardsthebuckleontherightifthe childisseatedonthecenterseat.

Statistics confirm that there are seat the best place for all children up to 12 years of age, and more with a supplemental restraint system (airbags).

Arcar-facing child-restraintsystem should NEVER be used on the front seat with the air bag system activated. The front passenger's seat is also the least preferred seat for other child-restraints systems.

WARNING

ProperSizeofChild-RestraintSystem: Foreffectiveprotectioninvehicleaccidentsandsuddenstops,achildmustbe properlyrestrainedusingaseatbeltorchild-restraintsystemdependingonage and size.Ifnot,thechildcouldbeseriouslyinjuredorevenkilledinanaccident.

FollowtheManufacturer'sInstructionsandAlwaysKeeptheChild-RestraintSystem BuckledDown: Anunsecuredchild-restraintsystemisdangerous.Inasuddenstoporacollisionit couldmovecausingseriousinjuryordeathtothecildorotheroccupants.Makesure thechild-restraintsystemisproperlysecuredinplaceaccordingtothechild-restraint systemmanufacturer'sinstructions.Whennotinuse,removeitfromthevehicleor fastenitwithaseatbelt,orlatchitdowntoBOTHLATCHloweranchorsforLATCH child-restraintsystems.

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EssentialSafetyEquipment

ChildRestraint

WARNING

HoldingaChildWhiletheVehicleisMoving:

Holdingachildinyourarmswhilethevehicleismovingisextremelydangerous. No matterhowstrongthepersonmaybe,heorshecannotholdontoachildinasudden stoporcollisionanditcouldresultinseriousinjuryordeathtothechildorother occupants.Eveninamoderateaccident,thechildmaybeexposedtoairbagforces thatcouldresultinseriousinjuryordeathtothechild,orthechildmaybeslammed intotheadult,injuringtheadult.Alwayssecureachildinaproperchild-restraint system.

Rear-FacingChild-RestraintSystem:

Rear-facingchild-restraintsystemsonthefrontseatareparticularlydangerous. Thechild-restraintsystemcanbehithyadeployingairbagandmovedviolently backwardresultinginseriousinjuryordeathtothecild.NEVERusearear-facing child-restraintsysteminthefrontseatwithanairbagthatcoulddeployevenina moderatecollision.

Deploying air bag

ChildrenandSeatingPositionwithSideandCurtainAirBags:

Allowinganyonetoleanoveroragainstthefrontdoor,theareaoffrontseat,front andrearwindowpillarsandtheroofedgealongbothsideswhichthesideandcurtain airbagsdeployeventhoughusingachild-restraintsystemisdangerous.Ifthevehicle isequippedwithsideandcurtainairbags,theimpactofinflationcouldcauseserious injuryordeathtothechild.Furthermore,leaningoveroragainstthefrontdoorcould blockthesideandcurtainairbagsandeliminatetheadadvantagesofsupplemental protection.Withthefrontairbagandtheadditionalsideairbagthatcomesoutofthe frontseat,therearseisalwaysabetterlocationforchildren.Donotallowachildto leanoveroragainsthedooors,evenifthechildisseatedinachild-restraintsystem.

OneBelt, OnePassenger:

Usingoneseatbeltformorethanonepersonatatimeisdangerous.Aseatbeltused inthiswaycan'tspreadtheimpactforcesproperlyandthetwopassengerscouldbe crushedtogetherandseriouslyinjuredorevenkilled.Neveruseonebeltformore thanonepersonatatime.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

ChildRestraint

WARNING

OperatingtheRemoteHandleLeversWhileaRear-FacingChild-RestraintSystemis intheRearSeat:

Operatingtheremotehandleleverswhilearear-facingchild-restraintsystemisinthe rearseatisdangerous.Itcouldcauseinjurytoachildseatedinthechild-restraint systemwhenteseatbacksuddenlyflipsforward.Alwaysremovethechild-restraint systemfromtherearseatbeforeoperatingtheremotehandleleversfortherearseat.

CAUTION

Aseatbeltorchild-restraintsystemcanbecomeveryhotinaclosedvehicleduring warmweather.Toavoidburningyourselforachild,checkthembeforeyouoryourchild touchesthem.

NOTE

YourMazdaisequippedwithLATCHloweranchorsforattachmentofspecially designedLATCHchild-restraintsystemsintherearseat.Whenusingtheseanchorsto secure a child-restraint system, refer to "LATCH Child-Restraint Systems" (page 2-38).

InstallingChild-Restraint Systems

Accidentstatisticsrevealthatachildis saferintherearseat. Thefrontpassenger's seaticlearlytheworstchoiceforany childunder 12, and with rear-facing child-restraintsystemsitis clearly unsafedueto airbags.

Somechild-restraintsystemsnowcome withtethersandthereforemustbe installedonthescatsthattaketethersto beeffective.InyourMazda,tethered child-restraintsystemscanonlybe accommodatedinthethreepositionson therearseat.

Somechild-restraintsystemsalsoemploy specially designed LATCH attachments; referto "LATCHChild-Restraint Systems" (page2-38).

WARNING

TetheredChild-RestraintSystems WorkOnlyonTether-EquippedRear

Seats:

Installationofatetherequippedchild-restraintsysteminthefront passenger'sseatdefeatsthesafety designofthesystemandwillresultin anincreasedchanceofserious injury ifthechild-restraintsystemgoes forwardwithoutbenefitofbeing tethered.

Placetetherequippedchild-restraint systemswheretherearetether anchors.

▼RearOutboardSeatChild-RestraintSystemInstallation

Followtheseinstructionswhenusinga child-restraintsystem,unlessyouare attachingaLATCH-equippedchild-restraintsystemtotherearLATCHlower anchors.Referto“LATCHChild-RestraintSystems”(page2-38).

NOTE

Followthechild-restraintsystem manufacturer'sinstructionscarefully. If youarenotsurewhetheryouhavea LATCHsystemortether, checkinthe child-restraintsystemmanufacturer's instructionsandfollowthem accordingly. Dependingonthetypeof child-restraintsystem, itmaynot employseatbeltswhicharein automaticlockingmode.

1. Makesuretheseatbackissecurely latchedbypushingitbackuntilitis fullylocked.

2. Secure the child-restraints system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. Seethemanufacturer's instructions on the child-restraints system for belt routing instructions.

EssentialSafetyEquipment ChildRestraint

1. Togethereretractorintotheautomatic lockingmode, pulltheshoulderbelt portionofthescatbeltuntiltheentire lengthofthebeltisoutoftheretractor.

Line drawing of a car seat assembly with a hand adjusting the seat (no text or symbols)

1. Push the child - restraints system firmly into the vehicle seat. Besure the belt retract sassugly as possible. Clicking from the tractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in the automatic locking mode. If the belt does not lock these at downtight, repeat this step.

Line drawing of a person cleaning a car seat with a hand tool (no text or symbols)

NOTE

Inspectthisfunctionbeforeeachuseof thechild-restraintsystem.Youshould notbeabletopulltheshoulderbeltout ofthertractorwhilethesystemisin theautomaticlockingmode.Whenyou removethechild-restraintsystem,be surethebeltfullyretractstoreturnthe systemtoemergencylockingmode beforeoccupantsusetheseatbelts.

1. If your child-restraints system requires the use of a tether strap, hook and tightentether strap by following the manufacturer's instructions.

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Hatchback/Wagon

Tether strap position
(routed between head restraint upright)

WARNING

Child-RestraintTetherUsage: Usingthetetherortetheranchor to secureanythingbutachild-restraint systemisdangerous. Thiscould weakenordamagethetetherortether anchorandresultinjury. Use the tetherandtetheranchoronlyfora child-restraintsystem.

Incorrect Attachment of the Tether Strap:

Attachingthetetherstrapontopofthe headrestraintisdangerous.Ina collision,thetetherstrapcouldslide offtheheadrestraint,andloosenthe child-restraintsystem.Thechild- restraintsystemcouldmoveandinjure thechildorsomeoneelse.Always attachthetetherstrapbetweenthe headrestraintandtheseatback.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

ChildRestraint

▼RearCenterSeatChild-Restraint SystemInstallation

1. Secure the child-restraints system with these at belt, according to the manufacturer's instructions.
2. Securethetetherstrapaccordingtothe child-restraintsystemmanufacturer's instruction.

WARNING

Child-RestraintTetherUsage: Child-restraintsystemanchoragesare designedtowithstandonlythoseloads imposedbycorrectlyinstalledchild-restraintsystems.Underno circumstancesaretheytobeusedfor adultseatbelts,harnesses,orfor attachingotheritemsorequipmentto thevehicle.

Incorrect Attachmentofthe Tether Strap:

Attachingthetetherstrapontopofthe headrestraintisdangerous.Ina collision,thetetherstrapcouldslide offtheheadrestraint,andloosenthe child-restraintsystem.Thechild- restraintsystemcouldmoveandinjure thechildorsomeoneelse.Always attachthetetherstrapbetweenthe headrestraintandtheseatback.

WARNING

Incorrect Attachmentofthe TetherStrapfortheRearCenterSeat Position(Hatchback): Attachingthetetherstrapfortherear centerseatpositiontooneoftheother ofthetetheranchorpositiononthe outboardseatbacksisdangerous.Ina collision,thetetherstrapcouldslide andloosenthechild-restraintsystem.Ifthecild-restraintsystemmovesit couldinjurethechildorsomeoneelse. Alwaysattachthetetherstrapforthe rearcenterseatpositiontothecorrect tetheranchorpositionasshowninthe illustrationsabove.

▼IfYouMustUsetheFrontSeat forChildren

If you cannot put all children in therear seat, at least put the smallest children in therear and besure the largest child up front use the shoulder belt over the shoulder. Don o t put rear-facing child-restraint system on the front passenger's seat. This seatisalson o t set up for the red child-restraints systems, put them in one of there are seat positions setup with the anchors. Likewise the L A T C h i d-restraint system cannot be secure during the front passenger's seat and should be used in the reseat. Don't allow any onetosleep against the right front or reardoorsify you have an option side and curtain air bag, it could cause serious injuriesto an out of position occupant. As children more oftensleep in cars, it is better to put them in therear seat. If installing the child-restraints system on the front seat is unavoidable, follow these instructions when using a front-facing child-restraints system in the front passenger's seat.

NOTE

• Tocheckifyourfrontseatshaveside airbags: EveryMazdasideairbagwillhavea "SRS-AirBag"labelontheoutboard shoulderofthefrontseats.
• Tocheckifyourvehiclehascurtain airbags: EveryMazdacurtainairbagwill havean“SRS-AirBag”markingon thefrontandrearwindowpillars alongtheroofedge.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

ChildRestraint

WARNING

FrontPassenger'sSeatPosition: Asyourvehiclehasfrontairbagsand doublysoifyourvehiclehassideair bags,afront-facingchild-restraint systemshouldbeputonthefrontseat onlywhenitisunavoidable. Alwaysmovetheseatasfarbackas possible,becausetheforceofa deployingairbagcouldcauseserious injuryordeathtothechild.

Rear-FacingChild-RestraintSystem: Rear-facingchild-restraintsystemson thefrontseatareparticularly dangerous. Thechild-restraintsystemcanbehit byadeployingairbagandmoved violentlybackwardresultinginserious injuryordeathtothechild.NEVER usearear-facingchild-restraint systeminthefrontseatwithanairbag thatcoulddeployeveninamoderate collision.

WARNING

ChildrenandSeatingPositionwith SideandCurtainAirBags: Allowinganyonetoleanoveror againststhefrontdoor,theareaof frontseat,frontandrearwindow pillarsandtheroofedgealongboth sideswhichthesideandcurtainair bagsdeployeventhoughusinga child-restraintsystemisdangerous.If thevehicleisequippedwithsideand curtainairbags,theimpactof inflationcouldcauseseriousinjuryor deathtothechild.Furthermore, leaningoverororagainststhefrontdoor couldblockthesideandcurtainair bagsandeliminatetheadadvantagesof supplementalprotection.Withthe frontairbagandtheadditionalside airbagthatcomesoutofthefront seat,therearseatisalwaysabetter locationforchildren.Donotallowa childtoleanoveroragainsthedovers, evenifthechildisseatedinachildrestraintsystem.

▼FrontPassenger'sSeatChild-RestraintSystemInstallation

1.Slidetheseatasfarbackaspossible.

Line drawing of a car seatbelt with a person seated, no text or symbols present

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EssentialSafetyEquipment

ChildRestraint

1. Secure the child-restraints system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. Seethemanufacturer's instructions on the child-restraints system for belt routing instructions.
2. Togethereretractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of these at belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor.
3. Push the child - restraints system firmly into the vehicle seat. Besure the belt retracts sassugly as possible. Clicking from theretractor will be heard during retraction if the system is automatic locking mode. If the belt does not lock the seat downtight, rcpc at the previous step and also this one.

NOTE

• Inspectthisfunctionbeforeeachuse ofthechild-restraintsystem.You shouldnotbeabletopullthe shoulderbeltoutoftheretractor whilethesystemisintheautomatic lockingmode. Whenyouremovethe child-restraintsystem,besurethe beltfullyretractstoreturnthesystem toemergencylockingmodebefore occupantsusetheseatbelts.
• Followthechild-restraintsystem manufacturer's instructionscarefully. Dependingonthetypeofchild-restraintsystem,itmaynotemploy scatbeltswhichareinautomatic lockingmode.

EssentialSafetyEquipment ChildRestraint

LATCHChild-RestraintSystems

Your Mazdaise equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraints systems in therears cat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child indanger. Some LATCH child-restraints systems must also be used in conjunction with the other effective. If they have atethery you must use it to better assure your child's safety.

WARNING

Manufacturer's Instructions for Child-Restraint System: Anunsecured child-restraints system is dangerous. In as sudden stop or collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Makes sure the child-restraints system is properly secured in place according to the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions.

AttachingTwoChild-RestraintSystemstotheSameLATCHLowerAnchor: Attachingtwochild-restraintsystemstothesameLATCHloweranchorisdangerous. Inacollision, oneanchormaynotbestrongenoughtoholdtwochild-restraintsystem attachmentsandmaybreak, causingseriousinjuryordeath. Ifyouusetheseat positionforanotherchild-restraintsystemwhenanoutboardLATCHpositionis occupied, usethecenterseatbeltsinstead, andthetetheriftether-equipped.

UnsecuredChild-RestraintSystem: Anunsecuredchild-restraintsystemisdangerous.Inasuddenstoporacollisionit couldmovecausingseriousinjuryordeathtothechildorotheroccupants.Followthe child-restraintsystemmanufacturer'sinstructionsonbeltroutingtosecuretheseat justasyouwouldwithachildinitsothatnobodyistemptedtoputachildinan improperlysecuredseatlateron.Whennotinuse,removeitfromthevehicleorfasten itwithaseathelt,orlatchitdowntoBOTHLATCHloweranchorsforLATCHchild-restraintsystems.

LATCHChild-RestraintSystems: Notfollowingthechild-restraintsystemmanufacturer'sinstructionswheninstalling thechild-restraintsystemisdangerous. If seatbeltsoraforeignobjectpreventthe child-restraintsystemfrombeingsecurelyattachedtotheLATCHloweranchors and thechild-restraintsystemisinstalledimproperly,thechild-restraintsystemcouldmove inasuddenstoporcollisioncausingseriousinjuryordeathtothechildorother occupants. Wheninstallingthechild-restraintsystem,makesuretherearenoseat beltsorforeignobjectsnearoraroundtheLATCHloweranchors.Alwaysfollowthe child-restraintsystemmanufacturer'sinstructions.

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▼LATCHChild-RestraintSystem InstallationProcedure(Rear OutboardSeats)

1. Makesuretheseatbackissecurely latchedbypushingitbackuntilitis fullylocked.
   2.Expandtheareabetweentheseat bottomandthecatbackslightlyto verifythelocationsoftheLATCH loweranchors.

NOTE

ThemarkingsabovetheLATCHlower anchorsindicatethelocations of LATCHloweranchorsforthe attachmentofachild-restraintsystem.

1. Secure the child-restraintsystem using BOTH LATCH lower anchors, following the child-restraintsystem manufacturer's instruction.

2. If your child-restraints system came equipped with a better, that probably means it is very important to properly secure the better for child's safety, please carefully follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions when installing tethers.

EssentialSafetyEquipment ChildRestraint

Hatchback/Wagon Tether strap position (routed between head restraint upright)

WARNING

Child-RestraintTetherUsage: Usingthetetherortetheranchorto secureanythingbutachild-restraint systemisdangerous. Thiscould weakenordamagethetetherortether anchorandresultininjury. Usethe tetherandtetheranchoronlyfora child-restraintsystem.

▼LATCHChild-RestraintSystem InstallationProcedure(Rear CenterSeat)

The LATCHloweranchorsatthecenter oftherearseataremuchfurtherapartthan thesetsof LATCHloweranchorsfor child-restraintsysteminstallationatother seatingpositions. Child-restraintsystems withrigid LATCH hattachments cannot be installedonthecenterseatingposition. Some LATCHequippedchild-restraint systemscanbeplacedinthecenter positionandwillreachthencarest LATCHloweranchorswhichare466mm (18.35in) apart. LATCHcompatible child-restraintsystems(withattachments onbeltwebbing) can be used at this seatingpositiononlyifthechild-restraint systemmanufacturer's instructions state that the child-restraintsystemcanbe installed to LATCHloweranchor that are 466mm(18.35in) apart. Donot attach two child-restraintsystemstothesame LATCHloweranchor. If your child-restraintsystem has atether, it must also be used for your child'soptimumsafety.

1. Makesuretheseatbackissecurely latchedbypushingitbackuntilitis fullylocked.

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ChildRestraint

2.Expandtheareabetweentheseat bottomandtheseatbackslightlyto verifythelocationsofthcLATCH loweranchors.

NOTE

ThemarkingsabovetheLATCHlower anchorsindicatethelocations of LATCHloweranchorsforthe attachmentofachild-restraintsystem.

1. Secure the child-restraintsystem using BOTHLATCHloweranchors, following the child-restraintsystem manufacturer's instructions.

2. If your child-restraints system came equipped with a better, that probably means it is very important to properly secure the better for child's safety, please carefully follow the child-restraint system manufacturer's instructions when installing tethers.

Sedan Anchor bracket location

EssentialSafetyEquipment ChildRestraint

WARNING

Child-RestraintTetherUsage: Usingthetetherortetheranchor to secureanythingbutachild-restraint systemisdangerous. Thiscould weakenordamagethetetherortether anchorandresultininjury. Use the tetherandtetheranchoronlyfora child-restraintsystem.

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SupplementalRestraintSystems(SRS)Precautions

Thefrontandsidesupplementalrestraintsystems(SRS)includeupto6airbags(verify "SRSAIRBAG"locationindicatormarks). Theyarelocatedin:

• Thesteeringwheelhub(driverairbag)
• Thefrontpassengerdashboard(frontpassengerairbag)
• Theoutboardsidesofthefrontseatbacks(sideairbags)
- Thefrontandrearwindowpillars, andtheroofedgealongbothsides(curtainairbags)

Thesesystemsoperateindependentlydependingonthetypeofaccidentencountered;if youhavesideandcurtainairbags,thesideandcurtainairbagsarcnotlikelytodeployon bothsidesinthesameaccidentbecausevehicleisnotoftenhitfrombothsides. Theside andcurtainairbagsandthefrontalairbagsystemwillnotnormallydeployduring the sametypeofaccidentunlessacombinationoffrontalandsideimpactsooccur.

The airbags supplemental restraintsystems are designed to provide supplemental protection only in the front seats in certain situations and there are outside passenger positions only in same-side collisions, so seat belts are always important in the following ways:

Without seatbeltusage, the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident. Seatbelt usage is necessary to:

• Keep the occupant from being thrown into an inflating airbag.
• Reducethepossibility of injuries during an accident that is not designed for airbag inflation, such as roll-over or rear impact.
• Reducethepossibility of injuries in frontal or side collision that are not severe enough to activate the airbags.
• Reducethepossibilityofbeingthrownfromyourvehicle.
• Reducethepossibilityofinjuriestolowerbodyandlegsduringanaccidentbecausethe airbagsprovidenoprotectiontothesepartsofthebody.
• Holdthedriverinapositionwhichallowsbettercontrolofthevehicle.

Childrenshouldbeprotectedbyachild-restraintsystem.Lawsvaryonthesizeachild mustbetouseachild-restraintsystem(page2-28). Carefullyconsiderwhichchild-restraintsystemisnecessaryforyourchildandfollowthe installationdirectionsinthisOwner'sManualaswellasthechild-restraintsystem manufacturer'sinstructions.

EssentialSafetyEquipment

SRSAirBags

WARNING

AirBagswithoutSeatBelts:

Dependingonlyontheairbagsforprotectionduringanaccidentisdangerous. Alone, airbagsmaynotpreventseriousiousinjuries. Theappropriateairbagscanbeexpectedto inflateonlyincollisionswithfrontal,nearfrontalorsideforcesthatareatleast moderate. Vehicleoccupantsshouldalwayswearseathelts.

ChildintheFrontSeat:

Placingachild,12yearsorunder,inthefrontseatsdangerous. Thechildcouldbe hitbyadeployingairbagandbeseriouslyinjuredorevenkilled.Asleepingchildis morelikelytoleanagainstthedoorandbehitbythesideairbaginamoderate,right-sidecollision.Wheneverpossible,alwayssecureachild12yearsandunderonthe rearseatwithanappropriatechild-restraintsystemforthechild'sageandsize.

Rear-FacingChild-RestraintSystem:

Rear-facingchild-restraintsystemsonthefrontseatareparticularlydangerous. Thechild-restraintsystemcanbehithyadeployingairbagandmovedviolently backwardresultinginserious injuryordeathtothechild.Eventhoughyoumayfeel assuredthatthefrontpassengerairbagwillnotdeploybasedonthefactthatthefront passengerairbagdeactivationindicatorlightilluminates,NEVERusearear-facing child-restraintsysteminthefrontseatwithanairbagthatcoulddeployevenina moderatecollision.

Deploying air bag

SeatingPositionwithFrontAirBags:

Sittingtooclosetotheairbagmodulesorplacinghandsorfeetonthemisextremely dangerous. FrontAirbagsinflatewithgreatforceandspeed.Seriousinjuriescould occurifsomeoneistoo close. Thedrivershouldalwaysholdontoonlytherimofthe steeringwheel. Thefrontseatpassengersshouldkeepbothfeetonthefloor. Frontseat occupantsshouldadjusttheirseatsasfarbackaspossibleandalwayssitupright againsttheseatbackswithseatbeltswornproperly.

WARNING

SeatingPositionwithSideandCurtainAirBags:

Sittingtooclosetothesideairbagmodulesorplacinghandsonthemisextremely dangerous. Thesideairbagsinflatewithgreatforceandspeeddirectlyoutofthe outboardsideofthefrontseatandexpandalongthefrontdooronthesidethecaris hit.Seriousinjurycouldoccurifsomeoneissittingtooclosetothedoororleaning againstawindow,orifrearseatoccupantsgrabthesidesofthefrontseatbacks.

Furthermore, sleepingupagainstthedoororhangingoutthewindowsinthevehicle couldblockthesideandcurtainairbagsandelimatetheadvantages of supplementalprotection. Givethesideandcurtainairbagsroomtoworkbysitting in thecenteroftheseatwhilethevehicleismovingwithseatbeltswornproperly.

FrontAirBagModules:

Attaching an object to the frontairbag modules or placings something in front of them is dangerous. In an accident, the object could interfere with frontairbag inflation and injure the occupants.

Alwayskeepthefrontairbagmodulesfreeofobjects.

SideAirBagModules:

Attachingthingstothefrontseatinsuchawayastocovertheoutboardsideofthe seatinanywayisdangerous.Inanaccidenttheobjectcouldinterferewiththesideair bag,whichinflatesfromtheoutboardsideofthefrontseats,impedingtheadded protectionofthesideairbagsystemorredirectingtheairbaginawaythatis dangerous.Furthermore,thebagcouldbecutopenspewingexhaust.

Donothangnetbags, mappouchesorbackpackswithsidestrapsonthefrontseats. Neveruseseatcoversonthefrontseats. Alwayskeepthesideairbagmodulesinyour frontseatsfreetodeployintheeventofasidecollision.

CurtainAirBagModules:

Attachingobjectstotheareaswherethecurtainairbagactivatessuchasonthe windshieldglass,sidedoorglass,frontandrearwindowpillarsandalongtheroof edgeandassistgripsisdangerous.Inanaccidenttheobjectcouldinterferewiththe curtainairbag,whichinflatesfromthefrontandrearwindowpillarsandalongthe roofedge,impedingtheaddedprotectionofthecurtainairbagsystemorredirecting theairbaginawaythatisdangerous.Furthermore,thebagcouldbecutopen spewingexhaust.

Donotplacehangersoranyotherobjectsontheassistgrips. When hanging clothes, hangthemonthecoathookdirectly. Always keep the curtain airbag modulesfreeto deploy in the event of aside collision.

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SRSAirBags

WARNING

HotAirBagInflators:

Hotairbaginflatorsaredangerous. Immediatelyafterinflation, theinflatorsinthe steeringwheel, dashboard, seatbacks, orthefrontandrearwindowpillarsandalong thermoofedgeareveryhot. Youcouldgetburned. Don'ttouchtheinternalcomponents oftheairbagmodulesafterthebagshaveinflated.

InstallationofFront-EndEquipment:

Installationoffront-endequipment,suchasfrontalprotectionbar(kangaroobar,bull bar,pushbar,etc.),snowplow,orwinches,isdangerous.Theairbagcrashsensor systemcouldbeaffected.Thiscouldcauseairbagstoinflateunexpectedly,oritcould preventtheairbagsfrominflatingduringanaccident.Frontoccupantscouldbe seriouslyinjured.Neverinstallanyfront-endequipmenttoyourvehicle.

Suspension Adjustment:

Adjusting the vehicles suspension is dangerous. If the vehicle's height or the suspension is changed, the vehicle will be unable to accurately detect a collision resulting in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of serious injuries.

ModificationoftheSupplementalRestraintSystem:

Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it to make it in operable. Don't make any modification to the supplemental restraint system. This includes installing trim, badges, or anything else over the airbag modules. It also includes installing extra electric equipment on near system components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide these care needed in theremoval and installation off front seats. Its important to protect these side and curtain air bag wiring and connection to assure that the bags don not accidentally deploy and that these seats retain an undamaged air bag connection.

CAUTION

Topreventdamagetothesideandcurtainairbagwiring,don'tplaceluggageorother objectsunderthefrontseats.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SRSAirBags

NOTE

• Whenanairbagdeplays, aloudinflationnoise can be heard and sometimes mokewill be released. Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the airbags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.
• ShouldyousellyourMazda,weurgeyoutotellthenewownerofitsairbagsystems andthatfamiliarizationwithallinstructionsaboutthem,fromtheOwner'sManual,is important.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SRSAirBags

AirBagSystemDescription

Thesupplementalrestraintsystems(SRS)havetwobasicsubsystems:

• Theairbagsystemwithinflatorsandairbags.
• The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.

The airbags are mounted in the following locations: the center of the steering wheel, the passenger-side of the dashboard, in the outboards sides of the front seat backs and the front and rear window pillars, along the roof edge. They are out of sight until activated.

*1 The driver's seat slide position sensor determines whether the driver's seat is fore or aft ofareferenceposition. Thesensorisdesignedtocontrolthedeploymentofthedriver's airbagdependingonhowclosethedriver'sseatistothesteeringwheel.
*2Thebuckleswitchesonthefrontseatbeltsdeterminewhetherornotthefrontseatbeltsaresecurelyfastenedandfurthercontrolthedeploymentoftheairbagsonthefront seats.
*3Thefront,dualstageairbagscontrolairbaginflationintwoenergystages.Duringan impactofmoderateseveritythefrontairbagsdeploywithlesserenergy,whereas duringmoresevereimpacts,theydeploywithmoreenergy. Deploymentofthefrontairbagsmaydifferbetweenthedriverandthefrontpassenger dependingonthedriver'sseatpositionandfrontseatbeltusage,whichallowforfurther controllingofthesystem.

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▼HowtheAirBagsWork

Whenairbagerashsensorsdetectafrontalorsideimpactofgreaterthanmoderateforce, anelectricalcurrentissenttotheinflators.

Gasesareproducedtoinflatetheairbagsandaftertheinflation,theairbagsquickly deflate.

Theairbagswillfunctiononlyonce. Afterthat, theairbagswillnotworkagainand mustbereplaced.

OnlyanAuthorizedMazdaDealercanreplacethesystems.

The front air bags will deploy only in a frontal or frontal offset impact.

Line drawing of two seated figures in a seat, one standing and one sitting, with no visible text or symbols.

The side air bag will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact.

The curtain air bag will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact.

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SRSAirBags

▼AirBagActivation/Deactivation

Frontairbagactivation

Agreaterthanmoderateimpactwillcausethefrontairbagstoinflatcinthefollowing cases:

Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph).

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Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head-on to the vehicle.

Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard object.

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Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole.

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Landing hard or the vehicle falling.

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EssentialSafetyEquipment SRSAirBags

Limitationstofrontairbagactivation

Depending on these 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.

Diagram of a car showing front and side views with impact lines (no text or symbols)

Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.

Simple line drawing of a car with motion arrows indicating speed or flow (no text or symbols)

Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.

Diagram of a car approaching a truck with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Non-activationoffrontairbags

Frontairbagswillnotnormallyinflateinthefollowingcases:

Collision from the rear.

Diagram showing two cars with exhaust flames and a black arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Impact to the side, but it may deploy the side and curtain air bags.

Top-down diagram of a car showing roof, side, and rear views with arrows indicating airflow or movement (no text or symbols)

Vehicle roll-over, may deploy the side and curtain air bags but not the front air bags.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SRSAirBags

Sideandcurtainairbagactivation

Greaterthanmoderateimpacttoonesideofthevehicle(driverorpassengersideareas)will causethesideandcurtainairbagstoinflate,butitwillnotnormallydeploythefrontair bags.

Top-down diagram of a car showing two cars with exhaust lines and an upward arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Limitationstosideandcurtainairbagactivation

Depending on these 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.

Side impacts involving trees or poles can cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact force to activate the side and curtain air bags.

Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side and curtain air bags.

Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side and curtain air bags.

EssentialSafetyEquipment SRSAirBags

Non-activationofsideandcurtainairbags

Thesideandcurtainairbagswillnotnormallyinflateinthefollowingcases:

Collision from the rear.

Collision from the front, but it may deploy the front air bags.

Line drawing of a car with motion arrows indicating vertical motion (no text or symbols)

▼ConstantMonitoring

The following component soft the airbag systems are monitored by diagnostic system:

• SASunit
• Frontairbagsensor
• Airbagmodules
• Sideandcurtainairbagerashsensor
• Frontseatbeltpretensioners
• Relatedwiring
• Driver'sseatslidepositionsensor
  • Frontseatbeltbuckleswitches

Adiagnosticmodulecontinuously monitorsthesystems'readiness. This beginswhentheignitionswitchisturned totheONpositionandcontinueswhile thevehicleisbeingdriven.

▼AirBag/FrontSeatBelt PretensionerSystemsWarning Light

If the airbag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out.

Asystemmalfunctionisindicatedwhen thewarninglightconstantlyflashes, illuminatesordoesn'tilluminateatall whentheignitionswitchisturnedtothe ONposition.Ifanyofthesoccur,consult anAuthorizedMazdaDealerassoonas possible.Thesystemmaynotworkinan accident.

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SRSAirBags

WARNING

Self-ServicingtheAirBag/PretensionerSystems: Self-servicingortamperingwiththe systemsisdangerous.Anairbag/pretensionercouldaccidentally activateorbecomedisabled.This couldcauseseriousinjuries.Never tamperwiththesystemsandalways haveanAuthorizedMazdaDealer performsallservicingandrepairs.

▼Maintenance

Theairbagsystemsdonotrequireregular maintenance. Butifanyofthefollowing occurs, takeyourvehicletoanAuthorized MazdaDealercassoonaspossible:

• Theairbagsystemwarninglight flashes.
  • Theairbagsystemwarninglight remainsilluminated.
• Theairbagsystemwarninglight remainsoffwhentheignitionswitchis turnedtotheONposition.
• Theairbagsinflate.

WARNING

DamagedAirBagSensors: Drivingwithdamagedairbagsensors isdangerous. A collision, even nonenot strongenoughtoinflatetheairbags, could damage the sensors. If there was asubsequent collision, adapted sensor would not in flat the airbags. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the airbag systems after a collision.

RemovingInteriorParts: Removinganycomponentssuchasthe frontseat,frontdashboard,the steeringwheelorpartsonthefront andrearwindowpillarsandalongthe roofedge,containingairbagpartsor sensorsisdangerous. Theseparts containessentialairbagparts.Theair bagcouldaccidentallyactivateand causeseriousinjuries.Alwayshavean AuthorizedMazdaDealerremove theseparts.

AirBagDisposal: Improperdisposalofanairbagora vehiclewithliveairbagsinitcanbe extremelydangerous. Unlessallsafety proceduresarefollowed,injurycan result.AskanAuthorizedMazda Dealerhowtosafelydisposeofanair bagorhowtoscrapanairbag equippedvehicle.

3 KnowingYourMazda

Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts.

DoorsandLocks....3-2

Keys....3-2

KeylessEntrySystem....3-3

DoorLocks....3-7

Hatch(Hatchback)....3-10

Liftgate(Wagon)....3-12

TrunkLid(Sedan)....3-18

Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever(Sedan)....3-21

PowerWindows....3-22

Fuel-FillerLidandCap....3-24

Hood....3-26

Moonroof ^i 3-27

SecuritySystem....3-29

ImmobilizerSystem....3-29

Theft-DeterrentSystem ^1 3-32

SteeringWheelandMirrors....3-34

SteeringWheel....3-34

Mirrors....3-34

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Keys

WARNING

KeysandChildren:

Leavingchildreninavehiclewiththe keyisdangerous. Thiscouldresultin someonebeingbadlyinjuredoreven killed. Theycouldplaywithpower windowsorothercontrols,oreven makethevehiclemove. Don'tleavethe keysinyourvehiclewithchildrenand keeptheminaplacewhereyour childrenwillnotfindorplaywith them.

NOTE

RefertoImmobilizerSystem(page 3-29)forinformationregardingkeys andenginestartingonvehicles equippedwiththeimmobilizersystem.

YourMazdahastwokindsofkeys.

Key code number plate

Here'swhatthekeysareusedfor:

LockOperatesMasterkeyValetkey
Ignitionswitchandsteeringcolumnlock	YesYes
Driver'sdoorYesYes
GloveboxYesNo
TrunklidYesNo

If you must leave your vehicle with another person, such as parking attendant, protect items by locking the glovebox and trunk lid with the master key. Keep that key and give the other person only the valet key.

Acodenumberisstampedontheplate attachedtothekeyset;detachthisplate andstoreitinasafeplace(notinthe vehicle)foruseifyouneedtomakea replacementkey.

Also writedownthecodenumberand keepitinanothersafeandhandyplace, butnotinthevehicle.

If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready.

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KeylessEntrySystem

Thissystemlocksandunlocksthedoors andthchatch/liftgate,andopensthe trunk.

Itcanalsohelpyousignalforattentionin anemergency.

Pressthebuttonslowlyandaccurately.

CAUTION

Toavoiddamagetothetransmitter,do not:

• Dropit.
• Getitwet.
• Disassembleit.
• Exposeittoheatorsunlight.

NOTE

• Thekeylessentrysystemisdesigned toopcrateuptoabout2.5m(8ft) fromthecenterofthevehicle, but thismayvarybecauseoflocal conditions.
• Thesystemdoesn'toperatewhenthe ignitionswitchisintheONposition.
• If the transmitter does not operate when pressing a button or the operation range becomes too small, the battery may be dead. To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-5).
  • Additionaltransmitterscanbe obtainedatanAuthorizedMazda Dealer.Upto3transmitterscanbe usedwiththekeylessentrysystem pervehicle.Bringalltransmittersto anAuthorizedMazdaDealerwhen theelectronicodesneedtobereset.

▼Transmitter

Sedan

Hatchback/Wagon

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NOTE

• (U.S.A.)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• (CANADA)
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

NOTE

IftheLOCKandUNLOCKbuttonsare pressedsequentially,thehazard warninglightsmaynotflashcorrectly.

Lockbutton

Tolockthedoorsandthehatch/liftgate, presstheLOCKbuttonandthehazard warninglightswillflashonce.

To confirm that all the doors and the hatch/lift gate have been locked, press the LOCK button again within 5 seconds. If they are closed and locked, the horn will sound and the hazard warning light will flash once.

NOTE

• Alldoorsandthehatch/liftgate cannotbelockedwhenanydooris openandthekeyisintheignition switch.
• Confirm that all the doors and the hatch/lift gate care locked visually or audibly by use of the double click.

Unlockbutton

Tounlockthedriver'sdoor, press the UNLOCKbutton and the hazard warning lightswillflashtwice.

Tounlockallthedoorsandthehatch/liftgate,presstheUNLOCKbuttonagain within5secondsandthehazardwarning lightswillflashtwice.

NOTE

Afterunlockingwiththetransmitter,all doorsandthehatch/liftgatewill automaticallylockifoneofthedoorso thehatch/liftgateisnotopenedwithin about30seconds.

Trunkbutton

Toopenthetrunk, pressthe

button.

NOTE

The trunkbutton is disabled when the glovebox-mounted trunk lid release lock-out button is in the OFF position. Referto Remote Trunk Lid Release Lock-Outonpage 3-20.

! Panicbutton

Youcanusethe ! buttonoturnonthe alarm, which allowsyoutosignal for attentioninanemergency.

NOTE

Thealarmwillworkwhetheranydoor isopenoreclosed.

Turningonthealarm

Pressingthe ! buttononcewilltriggerthe alarmforabout2minutesand30seconds, anddothefollowing:

• Thehornsoundsintermittently.
• Thehazardwarninglightsflash.

Turningoffthealarm

Pressanybuttononthetransmitter.

▼TransmitterMaintenance

CAUTION

• Makesurethebatteryisinstalled withthecorrectpolefacingupward. Batteryleakagecouldoccurifitis notinstalledcorrectly.
• Whenreplacingthebattery, be carefulnottobendtheelectrical terminalsorgetoilonthem. Alsobe carefulnottogetdirtinthe transmitterasitcoulddamageit.
• Dangerofbatteryexplosionifitis incorrectlyreplaced.
• Replaceonlywiththesametype battery(CR2025orequivalent).
• Disposeofusedbatteriesaccording tothefollowinginstructions.
  • Insulatetheplusandminus terminalsofthebatteryusing cellophancorequivalenttape.
• Neverdisassemble.
• Neverthrowthebatteryintofire and/orwater.
  • Neverdeformorerush.

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Replacing the transmitter battery

1. Insertasmallscrewdriverintotheslot and gentlypryopenthetransmitter.

1. Presstheportionofthebattery indicatedbyAandremovethebattery.

1. Installanewbattery(CR2025or 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.

1. Alignthefrontandbackcoversand snapthetransmittershut.

▼Service

If you have a problem with the key less entrysystem, consultant Authorized MazdaDealer.

If your transmitter is lost to stolen, bring all remaining transmitter to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost to stolen transmitter in operative.

CAUTION

Changesormodificationsnotexpressly approvedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser's authoritytooperatetheequipment.

DoorLocks

WARNING

UnattendedChildrenandPets: Leavingachildorananimal unattendedinaparkedvehicleis dangerous.Inhotweather, temperaturesinsideavehiclecan becomehighenoughtocausebrain damageorevendeath.Alwaystakeall childrenandanimalswithyouor leavearesponsiblepersonwiththem.

KeysandChildren: Leavingchildreninavehiclewiththe keyisdangerous. Thiscouldresultin someonebeingbadlyinjuredoreven killed. Theycouldplaywithpower windowsorothercontrols,oreven makethevehiclemove. Don'tleavethe keysinyourvehiclewithchildrenand keeptheminaplacewhereyour childrenwillnotfindorplaywith them.

UnlockedDoors: Unlockeddoorsinamovingvehicle aredangerous.Passengerscanfallout ifadoorisaccidentallyopenedand canmoreeasilybethrownoutinan accident.Sokeepalldoorslocked whendriving.

NOTE

Alwaysremovethekeyfromthe ignitionswitch,closcallwindows,and lockalldoorsandthetrunklid/liftgate/hatchwhenleavingyourvehicle unattended.Thisdiscouragesintruders andthieves.

▼Locking, UnlockingwithKey

Thedriver'sdoorcanbelocked/unlocked withthekey. Turnthekeytowardthefronttounlock, towardthebacktolock.

▼Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter

The doorscanbelocked/unlocked by operating the key less-entry system transmitter, referto key less-entry system (page3-3).

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▼Locking, UnlockingwithDoor-LockKnob

Tolockanydoorfromtheinside, push the door-lockknob.

Tounlock, pullitout.

Thisdoesnotoperatetheotherdoor locks.

Tolockanydoorwiththedoor-lockknob fromtheoutside,pushthedoor-lockknob tothelockpositionandclosethedoor.

Thisdoesnotoperatetheotherdoor locks.

NOTE

- Lockoutpreventionkeepsyoufrom lockingthedriver'sdoorwiththekey intheignitionswitchatACCor LOCK.

If you try to lock the driver's door when the key is in the ignitions switch and any door is open, the door lock immediately unlocks.

- Whenlockingthedoorsthisway, be carefulnottolcavethekeyinsidethe vehicle.

▼PowerDoorLocks

NOTE

Alldoorsandthehatch/liftgatecannot belockedwhenanydoorisopenand thekeyisintheignitionswitch.

Locking, unlockingwithkey

Alldoorsandthehatch/liftgatelock automaticallywhenthedriver'sdooris lockedwiththekey. Alldoorsandthe hatch/liftgateunlockwhenthedriver's doorisunlockedandthekeyisheldinthe unlockpositionasecondlonger.

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NOTE

Holdingthekeyintheunlocked positioninthedriver'sdoorlock for aboutasecondunlocksalldoorsand thehatch/liftgate. Tounlockonlythe driver'sdoor, insertthekeyintothe driver'sdoorlockandturnthekey brieflytotheunlockpositionandthen immediatelyreturnittothecenter position.

Locking, unlockingwithdoor-lock switch

Alldoorsandthchatch/liftgatelock automaticallywhenLOCKispushed. Theyallunlockwhentheunmarkedpart ofthedoor-lockswitchispushed.

▼RearDoorChildSafetyLocks

Theselocksareintendedtohelpprevent childrenfromaccidentallyopeningthe reardoors. Usethembothwhenevera childridesinthevehicle.

Ifyouslidethechildsafetylocktothe lockpositionbeforeclosingthatdoor,the doorcannotbeopenedfromtheinside. Thedoorcanbeopenedonlybylifting theoutsidehandle.

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Hatch(Hatchback)

WARNING

OpenHatchandExhaustGas: Exhaustgasinthecabinofvehicle isdangerous. ThisgascontainsCO (carbonmonoxide),whichiscolorless, odorless,andhighlypoisonous. If inhaled,itcancauselossof consciousnessanddeath.Because exhaustgascangetintothecabin throughanopenhatch,keepthehatch closedwhendriving.

▼Locking, UnlockingwithKey

Thehatchcanbelocked/unlockedby insertingthekeyintothedriver'sdoorkey slot,refertoPowerDoorLocks(page 3-8).

▼Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter

Thehatchcanbelocked/unlockedby operatingthekeylessentrysystem transmitter, refertoKeylessEntrySystem (page3-3).

▼Locking, UnlockingwithDoor-LockSwitch

Thehatchcanbelocked/unlockedby operatingthedoor-lockswitch,referto PowerDoorLocks(page3-8).

▼OpeningandClosingtheHatch

Toopenthehatch, pulluponthehandle.

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NOTE

Ifthevehiclebatteryisdeadorthereis amalfunctionintheclectricalsystem andthehatchcannotbeunlocked, performthefollowingmanual procedureasanemergencymeasureto unlockit:

1. Removethecapontheinterior surfaceofthetchatchwithaflathead screwdriver.

1. Turnthelevertotherighttounlock thehatch.

Afterperforming this emergency measure, havethe vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Toclose, use both hand stop push the hatch down until the locks snap shut. Donot slamit. Pull up on the hatch to make sure it is secure.

▼LuggageStrap

Theluggagecompartmentcanbe accessedbyopeningthehatchwhenthe strapsareattachedtothesidesofthe hatch.

▼LuggageCompartmentCover

WARNING

PlacingCargoontheCover: Placingluggageorothercargoontop oftheluggageecompartmentcoveris dangerous. Duringsuddenbrakingor acollision, thecargocouldbecomea projectilethatcouldhitandinjure someone. Don't placeanythingontop ofthecover.

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Thiscovercanberemovedformore room. Todothis, justunfastenthestraps; thenliftandpullitout.

Liftgate(Wagon)

WARNING

OpenLiftgateandExhaustGas: Exhaustgasinthecabinofvehicle isdangerous. Anopenliftgateina movingvehiclewillcauseexhaustgas tobedrawnintothecabin. Thisgas containsCO(carbonmonoxide), whichiscolorless,odorless,and highlypoisonous,anditcancause lossofconsciousnessanddeath. Moreover,anopenliftgatecouldcause occupantstofalloutinanaccident. Donotdrivewiththelifgateopen.

▼Locking, UnlockingwithKey

Theliftgatecanbelocked/unlockedby insertingthekeyintothedriver'sdoorkey slot,refertoPowerDoorLocks(page 3-8).

▼Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter

Theliftgatecanbelocked/unlockedby operatingthekeylessentrysystem transmitter, refertoKeylessEntrySystem (page3-3).

▼Locking, UnlockingwithDoor-LockSwitch

Theliftgatecanbelocked/unlockedby operatingthedoor-lockswitch,referto PowerDoorLocks(page3-8).

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▼OpeningandClosingtheLiftgate

Openingtheliftgate

Pulluponthehandle.

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NOTE

If the vehicle battery is dead or there is amalfunction in the electrical system and the lift gate cannot be unlocked, perform the following manual procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it:

1. Removethecapontheinterior surfaceoftheliftgatewithaflathead screwdriver.

1. Turnthelevertotherighttounlock theliftgate.

Afterperforming this emergency measure, havethe vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Closingtheliftgate

Usebothhandstopushtheliftgatedown untilthelocksnapsshut.Donotslamit. Pullupontheliftgatetomakesureitis secure.

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▼LuggageCompartmentCover

Usetheluggagecompartmentcoverto concealcargoorluggage.

WARNING

PlacingCargoontheCover: Placingluggageorothercargoontop oftheluggagecompartmentcoveris dangerous. Duringsuddenbrakingor acollision, thecargocouldbecomea projectilethatcouldhitandinjure someone. Don't placeanythingontop ofthecover.

CAUTION

Makesuretheluggagecompartment coverisfirmlysecured. If it is not firmly secured, it could unexpectedly disengager resulting in injury.

Installingthecover

1. Settheleftendoftheretainerbarinto thenotchontheleftsideoftheluggage compartment.

1. Settherightsideoftheretainerbar ontotheretainerloopontherightside oftheluggagecompartment.

3.Slowlypulloutthecovertowardsyou andinsertthecoverendsintothehook retainersattherearofthevehicle.

Removingthecover

1. Removethecoverendsfromthehook retainersandslowlyrollupthecover.

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NOTE

Tofullyretractandprotectthecover, guidethecoverallthewayintothe retainer.

1. Pressandholdthebuttonontheright sideoftheretainerbarandliftthebar.

1. Removetheleftendoftheretainerbar fromthenotch.

▼LuggageCompartmentNet

The luggage compartmentnetcanbeused asacompartmentseparatorortokeep animalsintheback.

CAUTION

Makesurethenetisfirmlysecured. If it is not firmly secured, it could unexpectedly disengager resulting in injury.

NOTE

Thewidthofthenetanchorscanbe shortenedbypushingbothsides inward.

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Dividingtheluggagecompartment formtherearseat

WARNING

UsingtheLuggageCompartmentNet toSecureCargo: Usingtheluggagecompartmentnetto secureobjectsintheluggage compartmentortherearseatareais dangerous. Theluggagecompartment netisnotdesignedtoholdobjectsin placethatcouldflyforwardina frontalcollision. Unsecuredobjects thatarethrownaroundtheinsideof thevehiclecouldcauseinjuryto occupants. Thisisparticularlytruefor objectsstackedabovetheseatback level. Neverstackobjectsabovethe seatbacklevel. Iftheluggage compartmentisdividedfromtherear seat, pulltheluggagecompartment coveroverthecargointheluggage compartment.

Toinstallthenet:

1. Installtheretainerbarintheluggage compartment.

2. Slowlypulloutthenetintheupward direction, inserttheleftandrightnet anchors into the ceiling retainers, and slidethemtotheposition indicated in the figure.

Toremovethenet:

1. Lifthenetslightlyanddisengage the anchors from the ceiling retainers.
2. Slowly lower and support thenetasit roll supint otheretainer bar.

CAUTION

Whendisengagingthenetanchors, hold thetopofthenetfirmlyinyourhand. If youlosecontrolofthenet, it will automaticallyrollupinanuncontrolled mannerandcouldcauseinjury.

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Dividingtheluggagecompartment fromthefrontseats

⚠ WARNING

UsingtheLuggageCompartmentNet toSecureCargo: Usingtheluggagecompartmentnetto secureobjectsintheluggage compartmentortherearseatareas dangerous. Theluggagecompartment netisnotdesignedtoholdobjectsin placethatcouldflyforwardina frontalcollision. Unsecuredobjects thatarethrownaroundtheinsideof thevehiclecouldcauseinjuryto occupants. Thisisparticularlytruefor objectsstackedabovetheseatback level. Neverstackobjectsabovethe seatbacklevel. Iftheluggage compartmentisdividedfromtherear seat, pulltheluggagecompartment coveroverthecargointheluggage compartment.

CAUTION

Movingtherearseatbackswiththe retainerbarmountedcouldscratchthe interiorofthevehicle. Theretainerbar mustberemovedfromthebackofthe seatbacksbeforeraisingtheseatbacks.

Toinstallthenet:

1. Folddowntherearseatback. (page 2-12)

2. Removetheretainerbarfromtherear seatbackposition.

3. Inserttheretainerbaranchorsintothe leftsideofeachrearseatbackretainer (backofthescatback).

4.Slidetheretainerbarinthedirection indicatedinthefigure,andengagethe anchorsintotheseatbackretainers.

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5.Slowlypulloutthenetintheupward direction,inserttheleftandrightnet anchorsintotheceilingretainers,and slidethemtothepositionindicatedin thefigure.

Toremovethenet:

1. Liftthenetslightlyanddisengagethe netanchorsfromtheceilingretainers.
   2.Slowlylowerandsupportthenetasit rollsupintotheretainerbar.
2. Removetheretainerbarinthereverse orderofinstallation.

CAUTION

Whendisengagingthenetanchors, hold thetopofthenetfirmlyinyourhand. If youlosecontrolofthenet, it will automaticallyrollupinanuncontrolled mannerandcouldcauseinjury.

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TrunkLid(Sedan)

WARNING

OpenTrunkandExhaustGas: Exhaustgasinthecabinofvehicle isdangerous. ThisgascontainsCO (carbonmonoxide),whichiscolorless, odorless,andhighlypoisonous.If inhaled,itcancauselossof consciousnessanddeath.Because exhaustgascangetintothecabin throughanopentrunk,keepthetrunk closedwhendriving.

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▼OpeningandClosingtheTrunk

WARNING

OpenTrunkLidandChildren: Leavingthetrunklidopenorleaving childreninthevehiclewiththekeysis dangerous. Childrencouldopenthe trunklidandclimbinsideresultingin possibleinjuryordeathfromheat exposure. Closethetrunklid,lockthe rearseatbacksanddonotallow childrentoplayinsidethevehicle.

UnattendedChildrenandPets: Leavingchildrenoranimals unattendedinaparkedvehicleis dangerous.Babiesleftsleepingand kidswholockthemselvesincarsor trunkscandieveryquicklyfromheat prostration.Don'tleaveyourchildren orpetsaloneinacaratanytime. Don'tleavethecar,therearfolding seatsorthetrunkunlocked.Always keepthecarfrombeingatempting placetoplaybylockingrearseats, doorsandthetrunk,andkeepingthe keyswherechildrenwon'tplaywith them.

CAUTION

Forvehiclesequippedwitharear spoiler, donotliftthetrunklidbythe spoiler. Liftingupthetrunklidbythe rearspoilercouldcausedamagetothe rearspoilerandthetrunklid.

Openingthetrunklidwiththe transmitter

The trunklide can be opened by operating the key less entry system transmitter, refer to Key less Entry System(page3-3).

Openingthetrunklidwiththeremote releasebutton

Pushthereleasebutton.

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Closingthetrunklid

Usebothhandstopushthetrunkliddown untilthelocksnapsshut.Donotslamit. Pulluponthetrunklidtomakesureitis secure.

▼RemoteTrunkLidReleaseLock-Out

Asanaddedsecurityfeature,theremote releasemaybecanceledtoprevent anyonefromopeningthetrunkwithout themasterkey.

With the switch in the OFF position, the remotetrunklid release cannot be operated.

With the switch in the ON position, the remotetrunk lid release can be operated.

▼TrunkLight

Thetrunklightisonwhenthelidisopen andoffwhenit'sclosed.

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NOTE

Topreventthebatteryfrombeing discharged, donotleavethetrunkopen foralongperiodwhentheengineisnot running.

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InsideTrunkReleaseSlide Lever(Sedan)

Yourvehicleisequippedwithaninside trunkreleaseslideleverthatprovidesa meansofescapeforchildrenandadultsin theeventtheybecomelockedinsidethe trunk.

Nomatterhowcarefuladultsmightbe withkeysandlockingtheircars,parents shouldbeawarethatchildrenmaybe temptedtoplayaroundvehiclesanduse thetrunkasahidingplace.

Adultsareadvisedtofamiliarize themselveswiththeoperationand locationoftheinsidetrunkreleaseslide leversothatallchildrencanbetoldabout itinanappropriateway,keepinginmind thatmostvehiclesdon'thavesuchlevers.

WARNING

Open Trunk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the key's dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure. Closet trunk lid, lock the reseat backs and donot allow children to play inside the vehicle.

UnattendedChildrenandPets: Leavingchildrenoranimals unattendedinaparkedvehicleis dangerous.Babiesleftsleepingand kidswholockthemselvesincarsor trunkscandieveryquicklyfromheat prostration.Don'tleaveyourchildren orpetsaloneinacaratanytime. Don'tleavethecar,therearfolding seatsorthetrunkunlocked.Always keepthecarfrombeingatempting placetoplaybylockingrearseats, doorsandthetrunk,andkeepingthe keyswherechildrenwon'tplaywith them.

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▼ Openingthe TrunkLidfromthe Inside

Slidetheilluminatedinsidetrunkrelease slideleverinthedirectionofthearrow. Theleverismadeofmaterialthatwill glowforhoursinthedarknessofthe trunkfollowingabriefexposure to ambientlight.

Theinsidetrunkreleaseslideleveris locatedontheinsideofthetrunklid.

PowerWindows

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheON positionforthepowerwindowsto operate.

WARNING

ClosingPowerWindows:

Closingpowerwindowsare dangerous. A person's hands, head, or evenneck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or evendeath.

This warning applies especially to children. Makes sure the opening is clear before closing a window.

ChildrenandPowerWindows: Leavingthepowerwindowswitches unlockedwhilechildrenareinthe vehicleisdangerous. Powerwindow switchesthatarenotlockedwiththe powerwindowlockswitchwouldallow childrentooperatepowerwindows unintentionallywhichcouldresultin seriousinjuryifachild'shands,head orneckbecomescaughtbythe window.Alwayslockallpassenger powerwindowswiththepower windowlockswitchonthdriver's sidewhilechildrenareinthevehicle, andneverallowchildrentoplaywith powerwindowswitches.

CAUTION

Topreventburningoutthefuseand damagingthepowerwindowsystem, don'topenorclosemorethanthree windowsatoncc.

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▼OperatingtheDriver'sSide PowerWindow

Manualopening/closing

Toopenthewindowtothedesired position, lightlyholddowntheswitch. Toelosethewindowtothedesired position, lightlypulluptheswitch.

Auto-opening

Tofullyopenthewindowautomatically, presstheswitchcompletelydown.

Tostopthewindowpartway, lightlypull uptheswitchandthenreleaseit.

Engine-offpowerwindowoperation

Thepowerwindowcanbeoperatedabout 40secondsaftertheignitionswitchis turnedfromtheONpositiontotheACC, LOCKpositionorkeyoutofignitionwith alldoorsclosed.Ifanyfrontdoors opened, thepowerwindowwill be inoperable.

▼OperatingthePassengerPower Windows

Thepowerwindowsmaybeoperated whenthepowerwindowlockswitchon thedriver'sdoorisintheunlocked position.

The passenger windows may be opened or closed by the power window master control switches on the driver's door.

Toopenthewindowtothedesired position,holddowntheswitch. Toclosethewindowtothedesired position,pulluptheswitch.

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Engine-offpowerwindowoperation

Thepowerwindowcanbeoperatedabout 40secondsaftertheignitionswitchis turnedfromtheONpositiontotheACC, LOCKpositionorkeyoutofignitionwith alldoorsclosed.Ifanyfrontdoors opened,thepowerwindowwillbe inoperable.

▼PowerWindowLockSwitch

Withthelockswitchintheunlocked position, allpowerwindowsoneachdoor canbeoperated.

Withthelockswitchinthelocked position, only the driver's sidepower window can be operated.

WARNING

UnintentionalWindowOperation: Unintentionalwindowoperationis dangerous. Aperson'shands, head, or neckcouldbecaughtbythewindow andresultinseriousinjury. Unless a passengerneedstooperateawindow, keepthepowerwindowlockswitchin thelockedposition.

Fuel-FillerLidandCap

WARNING

FuelSpray:

Fuelsprayisdangerous. Fuelcan burnskinandeyesandcauseillness wheningested. Fuelsprayisreleased whenthereispressureinthefueltank andthefuelcapisremovedtoo quickly. Whenremovingthefuelcap, loosenthecapslightlyandwaitfor anyhissingtostop. Thenremoveit.

FuelVapor:

Fuelvaporisdangerous. It could be ignited by sparks or flames causing serious burns and injuries. Before refueling, stop the engine, and always keeps parks and flames away from the fillerneck. Additionally, use of the incorrect fuelfillercapornot using a fuelfillercap may result in fuelleak, which could result in serious burns or death in an accident.

CAUTION

AlwaysusconlyagenuineMazdafuel caporanapprovedequivalent, availablecatAuthorizedMazdaDealers. Thewrongcapcanresultinaserious malfunctionofthefucelandemission controlsystems. Itmayalsocausethe checkenginelightintheinstrument clustertoilluminate.

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▼Fuel-FillerLid

Toopen, pulluptheremotefuel-fillerlid release.

▼Fuel-FillerCap

Toremovethefillercap,turnit counterclockwise.

Toclosethefillercap, turnitelockwise untilitelicks.

CAUTION

Makesurethefuel-fillercapis tightenedsecurely. Thecheckengine lightmayilluminateonwhenthecap isn'ttightenedsecurely. Ifthelight remainson (evenafteryouhave tightenedthecapsesecurely, driven, and restartedtheengineseveraltimes), it may indicateadifferentproblem. ContactanAuthorizedMazdaDealeras soonaspossible.

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Hood

WARNING

ClosedandSecurelyLockedHood: Ahoodthatisnotclosedandsecurely lockedisdangerousasitcouldfly openwhilethevehicleismovingand blockthedriver'svisionwhichcould resultinaseriousaccident.Always checkthatthehoodisclosed and securelylocked.

▼OpeningtheHood

1. With the vehicle parked, pull the release handle to unlock the hood.

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2.Slidethehoodlatchtotherightandlift thehood.

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1. Usethesupportrodtoholdthehood open.

▼ClosingtheHood

1. Checkunderthehoodareatomake certainallfillercapsarcinplace and allooseitems(e.g.tools,oil containers,etc.)havebeenremoved.

2. Insert the support rodin its clip while holding up the hood. Verify that the support dissecured in the clip before closing thood.

3. Closethehoodsothatitlockssecurely.

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Themoonroofcanbeopenedorclosed electricallyonlywhenthecignitionswitch isintheONposition.

Tilt switch

NOTE

AfterwashingyourMazdaoraftera rain,wipcthwaterroffthemoonroof beforeoperatingittoavoidwater penetrationwhicheouldecauserustand waterdamagetoyourheadliner.

▼TiltOperation

Therearofthemoonroofcanbelted opentoprovidemoreventilation.

Totilt, pushtherearofthetiltswitch.

Toclose, pushthefrontofthetiltswitch.

WARNING

ExtendingtheHeaderArmsThrough theMoonroof:

Extendingthehead,arms,orother partsofihebodythroughthe moonroofisdangerous. Theheader armscouldhitsomethingwhilethe vehicleismoving. Thiscouldcause deathorseriousinjury.Don'tlet passengersstanduporextend anythingthroughtheopenmoonroof whilethevehicleismoving.

ClosingtheMoonroof: Aclosingmoonroofisdangerous. The hands,head,orevenneckofaperson—especiallyachild—couldbecaught initasitcloses,causingseriouslyinjury orevendeath.Makesuretheopening isclearbeforeclosingthemoonroof.

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▼SlideOperation

Toopentoanyposition, presstherearof theslideswitch.

Toclose, pressthefrontoftheslide switch.

Sunshade

Thesunshadecanbeopenedandclosed byhand.

Thesunshadeopensautomaticallywhen themoonroofisopened,butmustbe closedbyhand.

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CAUTION

Thesunshadedoesn'ttilt. To avoid damagingthesunshade, don'tpushup onit.

ImmobilizerSystem

Theimmobilizersystemallowstheengine tostartonlywithakeythesystem recognizes.

If someone attemptstostarttheengine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.

CAUTION

• Changesormodificationsnot expresslyapprovedbytheparty responsibleforcompliancecould voidtheuser'sauthoritytooperate theequipment.
  • Toavoiddamagetothekey, donot:
• Dropthekey.
• Getthekeywet.
• Exposethekeytoanykindof magneticfield.
• Exposethekcytohigh temperaturesonplacessuchasthe dashboardorhood,underdirect sunlight.

CAUTION

When starting the enginedon otallow the following, astheenginemay not start dueto the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly.

- Akeyringrestsonthekeygrip.

• Metalpartsofotherkeysormetal objectstouchthekeygrip.

- Sparekeysorkeysforothervehicles equippedwithanimmobilizer systemtouchorcomenearthekey grip.

• Devicesforelectronicpurchases,or securitypassagetouchorcomencar thekey.

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NOTE

• (U.S.A.)
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
• (CANADA)
This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

▼Operation

Arming

Thesystemisarmedwhentheignition switchisturnedfromtheONtotheACC position.

Thesecurityindicatorlightinthe instrumentpanelflashesevery2seconds untilthesystemisdisarmed.

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Disarming

Thesystemdisarmedwhentheignition switchisturnedtotheONpositionwith thecorrectignitionkey. Thesecurityindicatorlightilluminatesfor about3secondsandgoesout.

If theenginedoesn't start with the correct ignition key, and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

• If these security indicator light comes on and stay on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the engine will not start.
• SignalsfromaTVorradiostation,or fromatransceiveroramobile telephone,couldinterferewithyour immobilizersystem.Ifyouareusing theproperkeyandyourenginefails tostart,checkthesecurityindicator light.Ifitisflashing,removethe ignitionkeyandwait2seconds or more,thenreinsertitandtrystarting theengincagain.Ifitdoesn'tstart after3ormoretries,contactan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.
• If thesecurityindicatorlightflashes continuously while you are driving, don't shutoff the engine. Gotoan Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you should the engine while the light is flashing you won't be able to rest it.
• Sincethelectroniccodesarereset whenrepairingtheimmobilizer system,thekeysareneeded.Bring alltheexistingkeystothe AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

▼Maintenance

If you have a problem with the immobilizersystemorthekey, consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer.

NOTE

• Thekeyscarryauniqueelectronic code. For this reason, and to assure yoursafety, obtaining replacement key requiresomewaitingtime. They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
  • Alwayskeepasparekey,incaseone islost.Ifakeyislost,contactan AuthorizedMazdaDealcrassoonas possible.
• Ifyouloseakey,anAuthorized MazdaDealerwillresetthe electroniccodesofyourremaining keysandimmobilizersystem.Bring alltheremainingkcystothe AuthorizedMazdaDealertoreset. Startingthevehiclewithakeythat hasnotbeenresetisnotpossible.

▼ModificationandAdd-On Equipment

Mazdacannotguaranteetheimmobilizer system'soperationifthesystemhasbeen modifiedorifanyadd-onequipmenthas beeninstalledtoit.

CAUTION

To avoid damagetoyour vehicle, do not modify the systemor install any add-one equipment to it.

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Theft-DeterrentSystem \*

Theoptionaltheft-deterrentsystemis designedtopreventyourvehiclecorits contentsfrombeingstolenwhenallthe doors,hood,andtrunklid/liftgate/hatch arelocked.

Ifforeibleentryisattempted, thesystem soundsthehornandflashesthehazard warninglights.

NOTE

• Thetheft-deterrentsystemoperates withthekeyorthekeylessentry systemtransmitter.
• Thesystemwillnotfunctionunless itisproperlyarmed.Toproperly securethevehicle,alwaysmakesure allthewindowsarecompletely closedandalldoorsarelocked beforeleavingthevehicle. Remembertotakeyourkey and transmitter.

▼Operation

Systemtriggeringconditions

Thehornsoundsintermittentlyandthe hazardwarninglightsflashforabout3 minuteswhenthesystemistriggeredby anyoneofthefollowing:

• Forcingopenadoor,thehoodorthe trunklid/liftgate/hatch.
• Openingadoor, the hoodorthet trunk lid by operating an insidedoor-lock knob, the hood release handle or the trunk lid release button.

If the system is triggered again, the lights and horn will activate until door is unlocked orthotrunk lid is opened with the key or with the transmitter.

▼HowtoArmtheSystem

1. Removethekeyfromtheignition switch.
2. Closethehood. Then close and lock all doors and the trunk lid/ liftgate/hatch from the outside using the key or press the LOCK button on your key less entry system transmitter. The hazard warning lightswill flash on ceto indicate that the system is armed. The following method will also arm the theft-deterrent system: Closethehood and the trunk lid/ liftgate/hatch. Press the area on the door-lock switch marked "LOCK" once. Close all doors.

NOTE

Lockingthedoorswiththeinsidedoor-lockknobwillnotarmthesystem.

▼ToTurnoffanArmedSystem

Anarmedsystemcanbeturnedoffbyany oneofthefollowingmethods:

• Unlockadoorwiththekey.
• PresstheUNLOCKbuttononthe keylessentrysystemtransmitter.
• Insertthekeyintotheignitionswitch andturnittotheONposition.

Thehazardwarninglightswillflashtwice toindicate that the system is turned off.

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NOTE

Thetrunklidcanbeopenedwiththe keyorthetransmitterevenwhenthe systemisarmed. Thealarmwillnot comeonandthesystemwillremain armed.

▼ToStopanAlarm

Atriggeredalarmcanbeturnedoffby anyoneofthefollowingmethods:

• Unlockadoorwiththekey.
• Openthetrunklidwiththekey.
• PresstheUNLOCKbuttonor buttononthekeylessentrysystem transmitter.

NOTE

If you have any problem with the theft-deterrent system, consultant Authorized MazdaDealer.

▼Theft-DeterrentLabels

Labelsindicatingthatyourvehicleis equippedwithaTheft-DeterrentSystem areintheglovebox.

Mazdarecommendsthatyouaffixthemto thelowerrearcornerofthefrontdoor windows.

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WARNING

AdjustingtheSteeringWheel: Adjustingthesteeringwheelwhilethe vehicleismovingisdangerous. Movingitcanveryeasilycausethe drivertoabruptlyturntotheleftor right. Thiscanleadtolossofcontrol oranaccident. Neveradjustthe steeringwheelwhilethevehicleis moving.

▼SteeringWheelAdjustment

Tochangetheangleorlengthofthe steeringwheel:

1. Stop the vehicle, pulldownthelock release lever underthesteering column.

1. Tiltthestecringwheeland/oradjustthe steeringcolumnlengthtothedesired positions, pushtheleveruptolock the column.

2. Pushthewheelupanddowntobe certainit'slockedbeforedriving.

Mirrors

▼OutsideMirrors

Checkthemirrors'anglesbeforedriving.

WARNING

ConvexMirror(PassengerSide): Changinglaneswithouttakinginto accounttheactualdistanceofthe vehicleintheconvexmirroris dangerous. Youcouldhaveaserious accident. Whatyouseeintheconvex mirroriscloserthanitappears. Be suretolookoveryourshoulderbefore changinglanes.

Powercontrolmirror

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheACC orONposition.

Toadjust:

1. Presstheleftorrightsideofthe selectorswitchtochoosetheleftor rightsidemirror.
2. Depressthemirrorswitchinthe appropriatedirection.

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Afteradjustingthemirror,lockthecontrol byplacingtheselectorswitchinthe middleposition.

Mirrordefroster \*

Toturnonthemirrordefrosters,turnthe ignitionswitchtotheONpositionand pushtherearwindowdefrosterswitch (page5-42).

▼RearviewMirror

WARNING

BlockedView:
Cargostackedhigherthanthe
seatbacksisdangerous.Itcanblock
yourviewintherearviewmirror,
whichmightcauseyoutohitanother
carwhenchanginglanes.Don'tstack
thingshigherthantheseatbacks.

Rearyviewmirroradjustment

Beforedriving, adjust therearview mirror to centeronthescenethroughtherear window.

NOTE

Forthemanualday/nightmirror, performtheadjustmentwiththeday/nightleverinthedayposition.

Reducingglarefromheadlights

Manualday/nightmirror

Pushtheday/nightleverforwardforday driving.Pulltbacktoreduceglareof headlightsfromcarsattherear.

Day/Night lever

Auto-dimmingmirror

Theauto-dimmingmirrorautomatically reducesglareofheadlightsfromcarsat therearwhentheignitionswitchisinthe ONposition.

PresstheOFFbutton( ○)tocancelthe automaticdimmingfunction.The indicatorlightwillgooff. Toreactivatetheautomaticdimming function,presstheONbutton( |).The indicatorlightwillilluminate.

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NOTE

- Donotuseglasscleanerorsuspend objectsonoraroundthlightsensor. Otherwise, lightsensorsensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally.

- Forinformationregardingthe3 buttons(↑,,,)ontheauto-dimmingmirror,refertoHomeLink WirelessControlSystem(page 5-44).

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ImportantinformationaboutdrivingyourMazda.

FuelandEngineExhaustPrecautions....4-2

FuelRequirements....4-2

EmissionControlSystem....4-3

EngineExhaust(CarbonMonoxide)....4-5

BeforeStartingtheEngine....4-6

BeforeGettingIn....4-6

AfterGettingIn....4-6

DrivingTips....4-7

Break-InPeriod....4-7

Money-SavingSuggestions....4-7

HazardousDriving....4-8

RockingtheVehicle....4-8

WinterDriving....4-9

DrivingInFloodedArea....4-10

Overloading....4-10

Towing....4-11

TrailerTowing....4-11

BeforeDrivingYourMazda

FuelandEngineExhaustPrecautions

FuelRequirements

VehicleswithcatalyticconvertersoroxygensensorsmustuseONLYUNLEADEDFUEL, whichwillreduceexhaustemissionsandkeepsparkplugfoulingtoaminimum.

YourMazdawillperformbestwithfuellistedinthetable.

FuclOctancRating	^* (Anti-knockindex)
Regularunleadedfuel87[(R+M)/2method]orabove(91RONorabove)

*U.S.federallawrequiresthatoctaneratingsbepostedongasolinestationpumps.

Fuelwitharatinglowerthan87octane(91RON)couldcausethecmissioncontrolsystem toloseeffectiveness.Itcouldalsocauseengineknockingandseriousenginedamage.

CAUTION

• USEONLYUNLEADEDFUEL. Leadedfuelisharmfultothecatalyticconverterortheoxygenensor. The lead will accumulateontheoxygenensorandthecatalystinsidetheconverter. This will result in an malfunction of the emission control system, causing poor performance.
• Yourvehiclecanonlyuseoxygenatedfuelscontainingnomorethan10%ethanolby volume. Damagetoyourvehiclemayoccurwhenethanolexceedthis recommendation,orifthegasolinecontainsanymethanol. Stopusinggasoholofany kindifyourvehicleengineisperformingpoorly.
• Neveraddfuelsystemadditives.Neveraddcleaningagentsotherthanthosespecified byMazda.Othercleaningagentsandadditivesmaydamagethesystem.Consultan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Gasolineblendedwithoxygenatessuchasalcoholorethercompoundsaregenerally referredtoasoxygenatedfuels. Thecommongasolineblendthatcanbeusedwithyour vehicleisethanolblendedatnomorethan10%. Gasolinecontainingalcohol,suchas ethanolormethanol,maybemarketedunderthename“Gasohol”.

Vehicledamageanddrivabilityproblemsresultingfromtheuseofthefollowingmaynot recoveredbytheMazdawarranty.

• Gasoholcontainingmorethan10%ethanol.
• Gasolineorgasoholcontainingmethanol.
- Leadedfuelorleadedgasohol.

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FuelandEngineExhaustPrecautions

EmissionControlSystem

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

ParkingOverFlammableObjects:

Parkingoverornearanythingflammable,suchasdrygrass,isdangerous.Evenwith theengineturnedoff,theexhaustsystemcouldigniteitbecausetheexhaustsystem getsveryhotduringnormaluse.Aresultingfirecouldcauseseriousinjuryordeath. Neverparkoverornearanythingflammable.

CAUTION

Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate the catalyst inside the converter or causethe converter to get very hot. Either condition will damage the converter and cause poor performance.

• USEONLYUNLEADEDFUEL.
- Don't drive your Mazdawithanysignofenginemalfunction.
- Don'tcoastwiththeignitionswitchturnedoff.
- Don'tdescendsteepgradesingearwiththeignitionswitchturnedoff.
- Don'toperatetheengineathighidleformorethan5minutes.
- Don't tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must be made by a qualified technician.
- Don'ttrytopush-startorpull-startyourvehicle.

NOTE

Under U.S. federal law, anymodification to the original equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties. In some states, such modification made on caused vehicle is also subject to penalties.

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FuelandEngineExhaustPrecautions

NOTE

Afterdrivingsomedistanceandturningofftheengine,thesoundofavalveopeningand closingcanbeheardattherearofthevehicle,howeverthisdoesnotindicatean abnormality. Yourvehiclehasaself-checkingdeviceanditoperatesafterturningoffthe engine.

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FuelandEngineExhaustPrecautions

EngineExhaust(CarbonMonoxide)

WARNING

CarbonMonoxide:

Engineexhaustgasisdangerous. Thisgascontainscarbonmonoxide(CO),whichis colorless,odorless,andpoisonous.Wheninhaled,itcancauselossofconsciousness anddeath.Ifyousmellexhaustgasinsideyourvehicle,keepallwindowsfullyopen andcontactanAuthorizedMazdaDealerimmediately.

ExhaustGasinEnclosedArea:

Runningtheengineinsideanenclosedarea,suchasagarage,isdangerous.Exhaust gas,whichcontainspoisonouscarbonmonoxide,couldeasilyenterthecabin.Lossof consciousnessorevendeathcouldoccur.Don'truntheenginewheninsidean enclosedarea.

IdlingwiththeWindowsClosed:

Exhaustgasisdangerous. When your vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the engineer running for all time even in an open area, exhaust gas, which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could enter the cabin. Loss of consciousness overven death could occur. Open the window's or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh chair.

SnowBlockingtheExhaustGas:

Runningtheenginewhenavehicleisstoppedindeepsnowisdangerous. Theexhaust pipecouldbeblockedbythesnow,allowingexhaustgastoenterthecabin.Because exhaustgascontainspoisonouscarbonmonoxide,anyoneinthecabincouldbe injuredorkilled.Clearthesnowfromunderneathandaroundyourvehicle, particularlythetailpipe,beforestartingtheengine.

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BeforeStartingtheEngine

BeforeGettingIn

• Besurethewindows, outsidemirrors, and outsidelights are clean.
• Inspectinflationpressuresand conditionoftires.
• Lookunderthevehicleforanysignof aleak.
• Ifyouplantobackup,makesure nothingwillbeinyourway.

NOTE

Engineoil, enginecoolant, brake/clutch fluid, washerfluid, and other fluid level should be inspected. See Maintenance, Section 8.

AfterGettingIn

• Arealldoorsclosedandlocked?
• Istheseatadjustedproperly?
• Aretheinsideandoutsidemirrors adjusted?
  • Iseveryone'sseatbeltfastened?
• Checkallgauges.
• Checkallwarninglightswhenthe ignitionswitchisturnedtotheON position.
• Releasetheparkingbrakeandmake surethebrakewarninglightgoesoff.

Alwaysbethoroughlyfamiliarwithyour Mazda.

Break-InPeriod

Nospecialbreak-inisnecessary, butafew precautionsinthefirst1,000km(600 miles)mayaddtotheperformance, economy,andlifeofyourMazda.

• Don'tracetheengine.
• Don't maintain one constants speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time.
• Don't drive constantly at full-throttle high enginerpm forextended periods of time.
• Avoidunnecessaryhardstops.
• Avoidfull-throttlestarts.

Money-SavingSuggestions

HowyouoperateyourMazdadetermines howfaritwilltravelonatankoffuel. Use thesesuggestionstohelpsavemoneyon fuelandrepairs.

• Avoidlongwarm-ups. Oncetheengine runssmoothly, begindriving.
• Avoidfaststarts.
• Keeptheenginetuned.Followthe maintenanceschedule(page8-3)and haveanAuthorizedMazdaDealer performinspectionsandservicing.
• Usetheairconditioneronlywhen necessary.
• Slowdownonroughroads.
• Keepthetiresproperlyinflated.
• Don't carry unnecessary weight.
• Don'trestyourfootonthebrakepedal whiledriving.
• Keepthewheelsincorrectalignment.
• Keepwindowsclosedathighspeeds.
• Slowdownwhendrivingincrosswinds andheadwinds.

WARNING

Coasting: Stoppingtheenginewhengoingdown ahillisdangerous. Thiscauses the lossofpowersteeringandpower brakecontrol,andmaycausedamage tothedrivetrain.Anylossofsteering orbrakingcontrolcouldcausean accident.Neverstoptheenginewhen goingdownahill.

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DrivingTips

HazardousDriving

WARNING

DownshiftingonSlipperySurfaces: Downshiftingintolowergearwhile drivingonslipperysurfacesis dangerous. Thesuddenchangeintire speedcouldcaustetiretoskid. Thiscouldleadtolossofvehicle controlandanaccident. Ifitis necessarytodownshiftonslippery surfaces, beverycareful.

Whendrivinginwater,mud,sand,or similarhazard:

• Becautiousandallowextradistance forbraking.
• Avoidsuddenbrakingandquick steering.
• Ifyourvehicleisnotequipped with ABS,brakewiththepedalbyusinga lightup-downmotion.Don'tholdthe pedaldownconstantly. Ifyourvchiclecisequipped withABS, don'tpumpthebrakes.Continueto pressdownonthebrakepedal.
• Ifyougetstuck,selectalowergearand accelerateslowly.Don'tspinthefront wheels.
• Formoretractioninstartingon slipperysurfaces,usesand,rocksalt, chains,carpeting,orothernonslip materialunderthefrontwheels.

RockingtheVehicle

WARNING

SpinningtheWheels: Whenthevehicleisstuck,spinning thewheelsathighspeedisdangerous. Thespinningtirecouldoverheatand explode. Thiscouldcauseserious injuries.Don'tspinthewheelsatmore than56km/h(35mph),anddon't allowanyonetostandbehindawheel whenpushingthevehicle.

CAUTION

Toomuchrockingmaycauseengine overheating,transaxlefailure,andtire damage.

If you must rock the vehicle to first from snow, sand, or mud, depress the accelerators slightly and slowly move the shiftlever from 1(D) to R.

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DrivingTips

WinterDriving

- Carryemergencygear, window scraper, flares, asmallshovel, jumper cables, and asmallbagofsandorsalt.

Askan Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions:

• Havetheproperratioofantifreezein theradiator.
• Inspectthebatteryanditscables.Cold reducesbatterycapacity.
• Inspecttheignitionsystemfordamage and loose connections.
• Usewasherfluidmadewithantifreeze —butdon'tuseenginecoolant antifreezeforwasherfluid(page8-18).
• Don'tusetheparkingbrakeinfreezing weatherastheparkingbrakemay freeze. Instead, shifttoPwithan automatictransaxleandto1orRwith amanualtransaxle.Blocktherear wheels.

▼SnowTires

WARNING

Mixing Tire Types: Using tires different in size or type is dangerous. Your vehicle's handling could be greatly affected and result in an accident. Use only the same size and types (snow, radial, or non-radial) on all four wheels.

CAUTION

Check local regulations before using studded tires.

Usesnowtiresonallfourwheels

Don'tgofasterthan120km/h(75mph) whiledrivingwithsnowtires.Inflate snowtires30kPa(0.3kgf/cm ^2 ,4.3psi) morethanrecommendedonthetire pressurelabel(driver'sdoorframe),but nevermorethanthemaximumcold-tire pressureshownonthetires. Yourvchicleisoriginallyequipped with allseasonradialsdesignedtobeusedall yeararound.Insomeextremeclimates youmayfinditnecessarytoreplacethem withsnowtiresduringthewintermonths tofurtherimprovetractiononsnowand icecoveredroads.

▼TireChains

This vehicle cannot be operated with tire chains because it could cause interference with the vehicle body and scratching.

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DrivingTips

DrivingInFloodedArea

WARNING

DrivingwithWetBrakes: Drivingwithwetbrakesisdangerous. Increasedstoppingdistanceorthe vehiclepullingtoonesidewhen brakingcouldresultinaserious accident.Lightbrakingwillindicate whetherthebrakeshavebeenaffected. Drythebrakesbydrivingveryslowly andapplyingthebrakeslightlyuntil brakeperformancereturnstonormal.

CAUTION

Makesurewaterdoesnotenterthe vehicleinteriorortheenginearea. The vehicleinteriorcouldbecomewetor theenginecouldbedamaged.

Overloading

WARNING

VehicleLoadWeight: Thegrossaxleweightrating(GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Exceeding the ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage. You can estimate the weight of your load by weighing the items (or people) before putting them in the vehicle. Because not to overload your vehicle.

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5 DrivingYourMazda

Explanationofinstrumentsandcontrols.

StartingandDriving....5-2

IgnitionSwitch....5-2

StartingtheEngine....5-3

BrakeSystem....5-4

ManualTransaxleOperation....5-8

AutomaticTransaxleControls....5-10

PowerSteering....5-16

CruiseControl....5-16

TractionControlSystem(TCS) * 5-20

InstrumentClusterandIndicators....5-23

MetersandGauges....5-23

Warning/IndicatorLightsandBeepSounds....5-28

Warning/IndicatorLights....5-28

BeepSounds....5-37

SwitchesandControls....5-38

LightingControl....5-38

TurnandLane-ChangeSignals....5-39

FogLights * 5-40

WindshieldWipersandWasher....5-40

RearWindowWiperandWasher * 5-42

RearWindowDefroster....5-42

Horn....5-43

HazardWarningFlasher....5-44

HomeLinkWirelessControlSystem * 5-44

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StartingandDriving

IgnitionSwitch

▼IgnitionSwitchPositions

LOCK

Thesteeringwheellockstoprotect againsttheft.Onlyinthispositioncanthe keyberemoved.

Manualtransaxle

ToturnthekeyfromtheACCtothe LOCKposition, pushthekeyinatthe ACCposition, thenturnittotheLOCK position.

Automatictransaxle

ToturnthekeyfromtheACCtothe LOCKposition, theshiftlevermustbein thePposition.

WARNING

RemovingtheKey:

It'sdangeroustoremovethekeyfrom theignitionswitchwhilethevehicleis moving.Removingthekeyallowsthe steeringwheeltolock.Youwilllose steeringcontrolandaseriousaccident couldoccur. Removethekeyonlywhenthevehicle isparked.

NotSettingtheParkingBrake:

Leavingthedriver'sseatwithout settingtheparkingbrakeis dangerous. Unexpectedvehicle movementcouldoccuriftheparking brakeisnotset. Thiscouldcausean accident. Beforeleavingthedriver's seat,alwayssettheparkingbrakeand makesuretheshiftleverisinPwith anautomatictransaxleorin1orR withamanualtransaxle.

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NOTE

Ifturningthekeyisdifficult,jigglethe steeringwheelfromsidetoside.

ACC(Accessory)

Thesteeringwheelunlocksandsome electricalaccessorieswilloperate.

ON

Thisisthenormalrunningpositionafter theengineisstarted. Thewarninglights (exceptbrakes) should be inspected before the engineisstarted(page5-28).

NOTE

Whentheignitionswitchisturnedto theONposition,thesoundofthefuel pumpmotoroperatingnearthefuel tankcanbeheard. Thisdoesnot indicateanabnormality.

START

Theengineisstartedinthisposition.It willcrankuntilyoureleasethekey;then itreturnstotheONposition.Thebrake warninglightcanbecheckedafterthe engineisstarted(page5-28).

▼IgnitionKeyReminder

IftheignitionswitchisintheLOCKor ACCposition,abcepsoundwillbechcard whenthedriver'sdoorisopened.

StartingtheEngine

NOTE

Engine-startingiscontrolledbythe sparkignitionsystem. ThissystemmeetsallCanadian Interference-CausingEquipment Standardrequirementsregulatingthe impulseelectricalfieldstrengthofradio noise.

1. Occupantsshouldfastentheirseat belts.

2. Makesuretheparkingbrakeison.

3. Depressthebrakepedal.

4.(Manualtransaxle)

Depresstheclutchpedalalltheway andshiftintoneutral. Keepthepedaldepressedwhile crankingtheengine.

(Automatictransaxle)

Putthevehicleinpark(P).Ifyoumust restarttheenginewhilethevehicleis moving,shiftintoneutral(N).

NOTE

(Manualtransaxle)

Thestarterwillnotoperateiftheclutch pedalisnotpusheddownalltheway.

(Automatictransaxle)

Thestarterwillnotoperateiftheshift leverisnotinPorN.

1. TurntheignitionswitchtotheSTART positionandhold(upto10secondsat atime)untiltheenginestarts.

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StartingandDriving

CAUTION

Don't try the starter form more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fail to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery.

1. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds.

NOTE

• Inextremelycoldweather,below -18^(0^) ,orafterthevehiclechas notbeendriveninseveraldays,let theenginewarmupwithout operatingtheaccelerator.
• Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started without use of the accelerator.

BrakeSystem

▼FootBrake

YourMazdahaspower-assistedbrakes thatadjustautomaticallythroughnormal use.

Shouldpower-assistfail,youcanstopby applyinggreaterforcethannormaltothe brakepedal.Butthedistancerequiredto stopwillbegreaterthanusual.

WARNING

CoastingwiththeEngineOff:
Continuingtocoastwhentheengine
isstalledorturnedoffisdangerous.
Brakingwillrequiremoreeffort,and
thebrake'spower-assistcouldbe
depletedifyoupumpthebrake.This
willcauselongerstoppingdistancesor
evenanaccident.Don'tcontinue
coastingwhentheengineisstalledor
turnedoff,findasafeplacetostop.

RidingtheBrakes: Drivingwithyourfootcontinuously onthebrakepedalorsteadilyapplying thebrakesforlongdistancesis dangerous. Thiscausesoverheated brakes,resultinginlongerstopping distancesoreventotalbrakefailure. Thiscouldcauselossofvehicle controlandaseriousaccident.Avoid continuousapplicationofthebrakes. Shifttoalowergearwhengoingdown steephills.

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WARNING

DrivingwithWetBrakes:

Drivingwithwetbrakesisdangerous. Increasedstoppingdistanceorthe vehiclepullingtoonesidewhen brakingcouldresultinaserious accident.Lightbrakingwillindicate whetherthebrakeshavebeenaffected. Drythebrakesbydrivingveryslowly andapplyingthebrakeslightlyuntil brakeperformanceisnormal.

▼ParkingBrake

CAUTION

Drivingwiththeparkingbrakeonwill causeexcessivewearofthebrake liningsorpads.

NOTE

Forparkinginsnow, referto Winter Driving(page4-9)regardingparking brakeuse.

Settingtheparkingbrake

Depressthebrakepedal, thenpullthe brakehandlefullyupward.

Diagram of a car gear shift mechanism showing the turning point (no text or labels)

Releasing the parking brake

Depressthebrakepedal, thenpullthe handleupandpressthebutton. Lowerthe handleallthecwaydownwhileholdingin thebutton.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

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▼BrakeSystemWarningLight

Thiswarninghasthefollowingfunctions:

Parkingbrakewarning

Thelightcomesonwhentheparking brakeisappliedwiththeignitionswitch intheSTARTorONposition.Itgoesoff whentheparkingbrakeisfullyreleased.

Lowbrakefluidlevelwarning/Electronicbrakeforcedistribution systemwarning

Ifthelightstaysonaftertheparkingbrake isfullyreleased,youmayhaveabrake problem.

Drivetothesideoftheroadandparkoff theright-of-way.

Lowbrakefluidlevelwarning

Youmaynoticethatthepedalisharderto pushorthatitmaygoclosertothefloor. Ineithercase, itwilltakelongertostop thevehicle.

1. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (page 8-15).
2. Afteraddingfluid, checkthelight again.

Ifthewarninglightremainson,orifthe brakesdonotoperateproperly,donot drivethevehicle.Haveittowedtoan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Evenifthelightgoesoff, haveyourbrake systeminspectedassoonaspossible.

Electronicbrakeforcedistribution systemwarning

If the electronic brake forced distribution control unit determine that some components are operating incorrectly, the control unit may turn the brakes system warning lighton.

Inthiscase, the ABS warning light comes on atthesametime(page5-32).

WARNING

BrakeWarningLight:

Drivingwiththebrakesystemwarning lightonisdangerous.Itindicatesthat yourbrakesmaynotworkatallor thattheycouldcompletelyfailatany time.Ifthislightremainson,after checkingthattheparkingbrakeis fullyreleased,havethebrakes inspectedimmediately.Don'tdrive withthislighton,andcontactan AuthorizedMazdaDealertohavethe brakesinspectedassoonaspossible.

ABSWarningLightandBrake

WarningLightonattheSameTime: Drivingwhenthebrakesystem warninglightandABSwarninglight areonatthesametimeisdangerous. Whenbothlightsareon,therear wheelscouldlockmorequicklyinan emergencystopthanundernormal circumstances.

Don't drivewith both lightson, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible.

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StartingandDriving

▼Anti-LockBrakeSystem(ABS)

TheABScontrolunitcontinuously monitorsthespeedofeachwheel. Ifone isabouttolockup, theABSrespondsby automaticallyreleasingandreapplying thatwheel'sbrake.

Thedriverwillfeelaslightvibrationin thebrakepedalandmayhearachattering noisefromthebrakesystem. This is normalwhentheABSoperates.Don't pumpthebrakes,continuetopressdown onthebrakepedal.

WARNING

ABS:

The ABScannotcompensatefor unsafeandrecklessdriving,excessive speed,tailgating(followinganother vehicletooclosely),andhydroplaning (reducedtirefrictionandroidcontact becauseofwaterontheroadsurface). Youcanstillhaveanaccident.So don'trelyonABSasasubstitutefor safedriving.

NOTE

Brakingdistancesmaybelongeron loosesurfaces(snoworgravel,for example)whichusuallyhavecahard foundation.Avehiclewithanormal brakingsystemmayrequireless distancetostopundertheseconditions becausethetireswillbuildupawedge ofsurfacelayerwhenthewheelsskid.

▼ABSWarningLight

The warninglightstaysonforafew secondswhentheignitionswitchisturned totheONposition.

If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unithas detected as system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

ABSWarningLightandBrake WarningLightonattheSameTime: Drivingwhenthebrakesystem warninglightandABSwarninglight areonatthesametimeisdangerous. Whenbothlightsareon,therear wheelscouldlockmorequicklyinan emergencystopthanundernormal circumstances. Don'tdrivewithbothlightson,and contactanAuthorizedMazdaDealer tohavethebrakesinspectedassoon aspossible.

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NOTE

Whentheengineisjump-startedto chargethebattery,uncvenrpmoccurs andtheABSwarninglightcomeson. Thisisductoaweakbattery,nota malfunction. Rechargethebattery.

▼BrakePadWearIndicator

Whenthediscbrakepadsbecomeworn, thebuilt-inwearindicatorscontactthe discplates. Thiscausesascreechingnoise towarnthatthepadsshouldbereplaced.

Diagram of a mechanical assembly with arrows indicating force or motion (no text or labels)

Whenyouhearthisnoise,consultan AuthorizedMazdaDealerassoonas possible.

WARNING

DrivingwithWornDiscPads: Drivingwithworndiscpadsis dangerous. Thebrakescouldfailand causeaseriousaccident. As soon as youhearascreechingnoiseconsult an Authorized MazdaDealer.

ManualTransaxle Operation

▼ManualTransaxleShiftPattern

Theshiftpatternofthetransaxleis conventional,asshown.

Presstheclutchpedalallthewaydown whileshifting;thenreleaseitslowly.

Asafetyfeaturepreventsaccidental shiftingfrom5toR(reverse).Theshift levermustbeputinneutralbeforebeing shiftedtoR.

WARNING

SuddenEngine-Braking: Shiftingdownwhiledrivingonwet, snowy, or frozenroads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. Thesuddenchangeintirespeed could cause the restosid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and accident. Donotusesuddenengine braking on slippery roads surfaces or at high speeds.

StartingandDriving

CAUTION

• Keepyourfootofftheclutchpedal exceptwhenshiftinggears. Also, don'tusetheclutchtoholdthe vehicleonanupgrade.Ridingthe clutchwillcauseneedlessclutch wearanddamage.
• Makesurethevehiclecomestoa completestopbeforeshiftingtoR. ShiftingtoRwhilethevehicleisstill movingmaydamagethetransaxle.

NOTE

IfshiftingtoRisdifficult,shiftback intoneutral,releasetheclutchpedal, andtryagain.

▼RecommendationsforShifting

Upshifting

2.3-literengine

Fornormalacceleration, were recommend these shift points.

GearVehiclespeed

1to226km/h(16mph)

2to345km/h(28mph)

3to453km/h(33mph)

4to563km/h(39mph)

Forcruising

GearVehiclespeed

1to213km/h(8mph)

2to332km/h(20mph)

3to450km/h(31mph)

4to568km/h(42mph)

3.0-literengine

Fornormalacceleration, were recommend theseshiftpoints.

Gear Vehicle speed

1to227km/h(17mph)

2to348km/h(30mph)

3to456km/h(35mph)

4to563km/h(39mph)

Forcruising

GearVehiclespeed

1to213km/h(8mph)

2to334km/h(21mph)

3to452km/h(32mph)

4to566km/h(41mph)

Downshifting

Whenyoumustslowdowninheavy trafficoronasteeepupgrade,downshift beforetheenginestartstooverwork. This reducesthechanceofstallingandgives betteraccelerationwhenyouneedmore speed. Onasteepdowngrade,downshifting helpsmaintainsafespeedandprolongs brakelife.

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AutomaticTransaxleControls

Various Lockouts:

Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position).

Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position.

▼TransaxleRanges

TheshiftlevermustbeinPorNto operatethestarter.

P(Park)

Plocksthetransaxleandpreventsthe frontwheelsfromrotating.

WARNING

HoldingtheVehiclewithP: OnlysettingtheshiftlevertotheP positionwithoutusingtheparking braketoholdthevehicleisdangerous. IfPfailstohold,thevehiclecould moveandcauseanaccident. Tohold thevehicle,settheshiftlevertoPAND settheparkingbrake.

CAUTION

• ShiftingintoP,NorRwhilethe vehicleismovingcandamageyour transaxle.
• Shiftingintoadrivinggearor reversewhenthecengineisrunning fasterthanidlecandamagethe transaxle.

R(Reverse)

InpositionR, the vehicle moves only backward. You must be a complete stop before shifting to or from R, except under rare circumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle (page 4-8).

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N(Neutral)

InN, the wheels and transax le are not locked. The vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on.

WARNING

ShiftingfromNorP:

It'sdangeroustoshiftfromNorP intoadrivinggearwhentheengineis runningfasterthanidle. Ifthisis done,thevehiclecouldmovesuddenly, causinganaccidentorseriousinjury. Iftheengineisrunningfasterthan idle,don'tshiftfromNorPintoa drivinggear.

ShiftingintoNwhileDriving:

ShiftingintoNwhiledrivingis dangerous.Enginebrakingcannotbe appliedwhendeceleratingwhich couldleadtoanaccidentorserious injury.DonotshiftintoNwhen drivingthevehicle.

CAUTION

Donotshift into Nwhendriving the vehicle. Doingsocancausetransaxle damage.

D(Drive)

Disthenormaldrivingposition.Froma stop, the transax le will automatically shift through a 4 - gear / 5 - gear * sequence.

*3.0-literenginemodel

M(Manual)

Misthemanualshiftmodeposition.

Gearscanbeshiftedupordownby

operatingtheshiftlever.

RefertoManualShiftMode(page5-12).

▼Shift-LockSystem

Theshift-locksystempreventsshifting outofPunlessthebrakepedalis depressed.

ToshiftfromP:

1. Depressandholdthebrakepedal.
   2.Starttheengine.
   3.Movetheshiftlever.

NOTE

• Whentheignitionswitchisinthe LOCKposition, theshiftlever cannot beshifted from P.
• Tobesurethevehicleisimpark, the ignitionkeycannotberemoved unlessthesthiftleverisinP.

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▼ManualShiftMode

Thismodegivesyouthefeelofdrivinga manualtransaxlevehiclebyoperatingthe shiftleverandallowsyoutocontrol engineerpmandtorquetothefrontwheels muchlikeamanualtransaxlewhenmore controlisdesired.

Tochangetomanualshiftmode, shift the lever fromDtoM.

Toreturntoautomaticshiftmode, shift theleverfromMtoD.

NOTE

• If you changetomanual shift mode when the vehicle is stopped, the gear will shift to M1.
• Ifyoushiftuponcewhenthevehicle isstoppedandthegearisatM1,the gearwillshifttoM2.M2ishelpful forstartingonslipperysurfaces.

Indicators

Shiftpositionindicator

Inmanualshiftmode, the "M" of the shift position indicator in the instrument panel illuminates.

Gearpositionindicator

Thenumeralfortheselectedgear illuminates.

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.

Shifting

ManuallyShiftingup

(M1→M2→M3→M4→M5*)

Toshiftuptoahighergear,taptheshift leverback( + )once.

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NOTE

• Whendrivingslowly, thegearsmay notshiftupdependingonvehicle speed.
• Inmanualshiftmode, gearsdonot shiftupautomatically. Don'trunthe enginewiththetachometerneedle in theREDZONE. Ifthetachometer needlecenterstheREDZONE, you mayfeelengine-brakingbecausethe fueldeliverywillbestopped to protecttheengine. However, this doesnotindicateanabnormality.
• GearsmaynotbeshiftedfromM1to M2rightaftershiftingthcleverfromDtoM.Waitafewsecondsandthen shiftuptoM2.
• Whendepressingtheaccelerator fully, the transaxle will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed.

ManuallyShiftingdown

(M5^* M4 M3 M2 M1)

Toshiftdowntoalowergear, taptheshift leverforward( - )once.

*3.0-literenginemodel

WARNING

SuddenEngine-Braking:

Shiftingdownwhiledrivingonwet, snowy, or frozenroads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. Thesudden change intirespeed could cause the rest of risk. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and accident. Donot uses sudden engine braking on slippery roads surfaces or at high speeds.

NOTE

• Whendrivingathighspeeds, the gearmaynotshiftdowndepending onvehiclespeed.
• Duringdeceleration, thegearmay automatically shiftdown depending on vehiclespeed.
• Whendepressingtheaccelerator fully, the transaxle will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed.

Shiftingspecification(2.3-literengine model)

Shiftingup

If the vehicles speed is slower than the speeds specified foreach gear, the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear.

GearVehiclespeed
M1→M2	YoucanshiftuptoM2whethr thevehicleisstoppedormoving.
M2→M320km/h(	2mph)
M3→M435km/h(	22mph)

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Atkickdown, shifting up to each gear is only possible at the following speeds or higher:

GearVehiclespeed

M2→M361km/h(37mph)

M3→M4154km/h(95mph)

Shiftingdown

If the vehicles speed is higher than the speeds specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted down to a lower gear.

GearVehiclespeed

M4→M3157km/h(98mph)

M3→M2111km/h(64mph)

M2→M145km/h(28mph)

During deceleration, the gear shiftdown automatically when speed is reduced to the following:

Gear Vehicle	speed
M4→M331km/h(	9mph)
M3orM2→M112km/h(7mph)

NOTE

Ifthevehicleisdrivenatalowspeed fromastandingstartwhileinM2,the gearmaynotshiftdowntoM1 automatically.

If the vehicle is kicked down at the followingspeeds or lower, the gear shift down automatically:

GearVehiclespeed

M4→M3149km/h(92mph)

M3→M256km/h(34mph)

Shiftingspecification(3.0-literengine model)

Shiftingup

If the vehicles speed is slower than the speeds specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear.

GearVehiclespeed
M1→M2	YoucanshiftuptoM2whethcr thevehicleisstoppedormoving.
M2→M310km/h(6mph)
M3→M4	Between25and63km/h (15and39mph),dependingon howmuchtheacceleratorpedal isdcpresscd.
M4→M5	Between44and86km/h (27and53mph),dcpendingon howmuchtheacceleratorpedal isdcpressed.

Atkickdown, shifting up to each gear is only possible at the following speeds or higher:

GearVehiclespeed

M2→M345km/h(27mph)

M3→M469km/h(42mph)

M4→M5177km/h(109mph)

Shiftingdown

If the vehicles speed is higher than the speeds specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted down to a lower gear.

GearVchlecspeed

M5→M4194km/h(120mph)

M4→M3133km/h(82mph)

M3→M287km/h(53mph)

M2→M146km/h(28mph)

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During deceleration, the gear shiftdown automatically when speed is reduced to the following:

GearVehiclespeed
M5→M4	Between44and86km/h(27and53mph),dependingonhowmuchthacceleratorpedalisreleased.
M4→M3	Between25and63km/h(15and39mph),dependingonhowmuchthacceleratorpedalisrelcascd.
M3orM2→M110km/h(6mph)

NOTE

Ifthevehicleisdrivenatalowspeed fromastandingstartwhileinM2,the gearmaynotshiftdowntoM1 automatically.

If the vehicle is kicked down at the followingspeeds or lower, the gear shift down automatically:

GearVchiclespeed

M5→M4177km/h(109mph)

M5→M369km/h(42mph)

M4→M369km/h(42mph)

M4→M245km/h(27mph)

M3→M245km/h(27mph)

Recommendationsforshifting

Upshifting

Fornormalaccelerationandcruising,we recommendtheseshiftpoints.

(2.3-literengine)

GearVehiclespeed

M1toM224km/h(15mph)

M2toM340km/h(25mph)

M3toM465km/h(40mph)

(3.0-literengine)

GearVehiclespeed

M1toM224km/h(15mph)

M2toM340km/h(25mph)

M3toM465km/h(40mph)

M4toM573km/h(45mph)

Downshifting

Whenyoumustslowdownninheavy trafficoronastccup upgrade,downshift beforetheenginestartstooverwork.This givesbetteraccelerationwhenyouneed morespeed.

Onasteepdowngrade, downshifting helpsmaintainsafespeedandprolongs brakelife.

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Passing

Forextrapowerwhenpassinganother vehicleorclimbingsteepgrades,depress theacceleratorfully.Thetransaxlewill shifttoalowergear,dependingonvehicle speed.

Climbingsteepgradesfromastop

Toclimbasteepgrade from a stopped position:

1. Depressthebrakepedal.
2. ShifttoDorM1, depending on the loadweight and gradesteepness.
3. Release all brakes while gradually accelerating.

Descendingsteepgrades

Whendescendingasteepgrade, shift to lowergears, dependingonloadweight and gradesteepness. Descendslowly, usingthebrakesonlyoccasionally to preventthemfromoverheating.

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PowerSteering

Powersteeringisonlyoperablewhenthe engineisrunning.Ifthcengincisofforif thepowersteeringsystemisinoperable, youcanstillsteer,butitrequiresmore physicaleffort.

If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

Neverholdthesteeringwheeltothe extremeleftorrightformorethan5 secondswiththeengineerunning. Thiscoulddamagethepowersteering system.

CruiseControl

Withcruisecontrol, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 40 km/h (25 mph).

WARNING

CruiseControlUse:

Usingcruisecontrolinthefollowing conditionscouldcauseyoutolose controlofthevehicle:

• Hillyterrain
• Steepinclines
  • Heavyorunsteadytraffic
• Slipperyorwindingroads
• Similarrestrictionsthatrequire inconsistentspeed Don'tusecruisecontrolinthese situations.

▼CruiseMainIndicatorLight

CRUISE MAIN

ThislightcomesonwhentheON/OFF switchispressedandthecruisecontrol systemisactivated.

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▼CruiseSetIndicatorLight

CRUISE

Thislightcomesonwhenacruisingspeed isset.

▼Activation/Deactivation

Toactivatethesystem, press the ON/OFF switch. Thecruisemainindicatorlight illuminates.

Todeactivatethesystem, presstheswitch again. Thecruisemainindicatorlightturnsoff.

WARNING

CruiseMainSwitch: LeavingtheON/OFFswitchonwhen notusingthecruisecontrolis dangerousasitmaybeswitchedon accidentally. Thiscouldresultinloss ofvehiclecontrol.KeeptheON/OFF switchoffwhencruisecontrolisnotin use.

▼ToSetSpeed

1. Activatethecruise control system.
2. Acceleratetothedesiredspeed, which mustbemorethan40km/h(25mph).
3. PresstheSET/COASTbutton and relcascitatthespeedyouwant. Releasetheacceleratoratthesame time.

Don'tcontinuetoholdinthebutton. Until youreleaseit, speedwillcontinuetodrop (unlessyoucontinuetoaccelerate) and you'llmissthedesiredspeed.

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NOTE

• TheSETfunctioncan'tbeactivated untilabout2secondsaftertheON/OFFswitchhasbeenengaged.
• Onasteepgrade, the vehicle may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down.

▼ToIncreaseCruisingSpeed

Followeitheroftheseprocedures.

- PresstheRES/ACCELbuttonandhold it. Yourvehiclewillaccelerate. Releasethebuttonatthespeedyou want.

Yourvehiclehasatap-upfeaturethat allowsyoutoincreaseyourcurrentspeed ininerementsof1.6km/h(1mph)bya momentarytapoftheRES/ACCEL button.Multipletapswillincreaseyour vehiclespeed1.6km/h(1mph)foreach tap.

- Acceleratetothedesiredspeed. PresstheSET/COASTbuttonand releaseitimmediately.

NOTE

Accelerateifyouwanttospeedup temporarilywhenthecruisecontrolis on.Greaterspeedwillnotinterferewith itorchangethesetspeed. Takeyourfootofftheacceleratorto returntothesetspeed.

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▼ToDecreaseCruisingSpeed

PresstheSET/COASTbuttonandholdit. Thevehiclewillgraduallyslow. Releasethebuttonatthespeedyouwant.

Yourvehiclehasatap-downfeaturethat allowsyoutodecreaseyourcurrentspeed indecrementsof1.6km/h(1mph)bya momentarytapoftheSET/COAST button.Multipletapswilldecreaseyour vehiclespeed1.6km/h(1mph)foreach tap.

▼ToResumeCruisingSpeedat MoreThan40km/h(25mph)

If some other method besides the ON/OFF switch was used to cancel cruising speed and the system is still activated, the most recent sets speed will automatically resumption the RES/ACCEL button is pressed. If vehicles speed is below 40 km/h (25 mph), increase vehicle speed up to 40 km/h (25 mph) and press the RES/ACCEL button.

▼ToCancel

Toturnoffthesystem, useoneofthese methods:

• PresstheON/OFFswitch.
• Slightlydepressthebrakepedal.
• Depresstheclutchpedal.(Manual transaxleonly)

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- PresstheCANCELbutton.

Thesystemisoffwhentheignitionisoff.

NOTE

Cruisecontrolwillcancelatabout15 km/h(9mph)belowthepresetspeedor below40km/h(25mph).

TractionControlSystem (TCS)\*

The Traction Control System (TCS) enhancestraction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheels slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction.

Thismeansthatonaslicksurface, the engineadjustsautomaticallytoprovide optimumpowertothedrivewheels withoutcausingthemtospinandlose traction.

WARNING

TCSandUnsafeDriving:

Thetractioncontrolsystem(TCS) cannotcompensateforunsafeand recklessdriving, excessivespeed, tailgating(followinganothervehicle tooclosely), and hydroplaning (reducedtirefrictionandroidcontact becauseofwaterontheroadsurface). You can still have an accident. So don't rely on the extraction control system as substitute for safedriving.

TCSandSnowandIce:

Drivingwithoutpropertraction devicesonsnowand/orice-covered roadsisdangerous. Thetraction controlsystem(TCS)alonecannot provideadequatetractionandyou couldstillhaveanaccident. Usesnow tiresanddriveatreducedspeedswhen roadsarecoveredwithiceand/or snow.

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▼TCSIndicatorLight

This indicator light stay on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes.

Ifthelightstayson,theTCSmayhavea malfunctionanditmaynotoperate correctly.Takeyourvehicletoan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

NOTE

• Inadditiontotheindicatorlight flashing,aslightluggingsoundwill comefromtheengine. This indicates thatthe TCSisoperatingproperly.
• Onslippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it will be impossible to achieve high rpm when the TCS is on.

▼TCSOFFIndicatorLight

TCS OFF

Thisindicatorlightstaysonforafew secondswhentheignitionswitchisturned totheONposition. ItalsocomesonwhentheTCSOFF switchispressedandTCSisswitchedoff.

IfthelightstaysonwhentheTCSisnot switchedoff, takeyourvehicletoan AuthorizedMazdaDealer. The TCSmay haveamalfunction.

NOTE

Afterstartingtheenginewhenthe coolanttemperatureisextremelylow, the TCSisautomaticallyturnedoff. At thistime,the TCSOFFindicatorlight willremainon,butthisdoesnot indicateanabnormality.Afterthe enginehaswarmed,TCSwillresume normaloperationandtheindicatorlight willgoout.

▼TCSOFFSwitch

PresstheTCSOFFswitchtoturnoffthe TCS.TheTCSOFFindicatorlightwill illuminate.

PresstheswitchagaintoturntheTCS backon. The TCSOFFindicatorlight willgoout.

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NOTE

• When TCSisonandyouattemptto freetheviclewhenitisstuck,or driveitoutoffreshlyfallensnow, theTCSwillactivate.Depressingthe acceleratorwillnotincreaseengine powerandfreeingthevehiclemay bedifficult.Whenthishappens,turn offtheTCS.
• IftheTCSisoffwhentheengineis turnedoff, it automatically activates whentheignitionswitchisturned on.
  • LeavingtheTCSonwillprovidethe besttraction.

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MetersandGauges

(Black-outmeter)

When theignitionswitchisintheONposition, thedashboardgaugesilluminate.

① Speedometer ...... page 5-24
② Odometer, TripMeter and TripMeter Selector......page5-24
③ Tachometer ...... page 5-25
④ EngineCoolantTemperatureGauge......page5-25
⑤ Fuel Gauge ...... page 5-26
⑥ InstrumentClusterDimmerSelectButton(Black-outmeter)......page5-26

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▼Speedometer

Thespeedometerindicatesthespeedof thevehicle.

▼Odometer, TripMeterandTrip MeterSelector

Thedisplaymodecanbechanged betweentripmeterAandtripmeterBby pressingtheselectorwhileoneofthemis displayed. Theselectedmodewillbe displayed.

graph TD
    A["TRIP A 8 0.0"] -->|Press the selector| B["TRIP B 8 0.0"]
    C["Trip meter A"] -->|Press the selector| B
    D["Trip meter B"] -->|Press the selector| B

NOTE

(Standardmeter)

Theodometerandtripmetercanbe displayedasfollowsevenwhenthe ignitionswitchisintheACCorLOCK position.

Theheadlightswitchmustbeinthe orpositiontoseethedisplay.

• Displaysfor10minutesaftertheignitionswitchisturnedtotheACCorLOCKpositionfromtheONposition.
• Displaysfor10minutesafterany doorisopened.

Odometer

Theodometerrecordsthetotaldistance thevehiclehasbeendriven.

Tripmeter

Thetripmetercanrecordthetotal distanceoftwotrips.Oneisrecordedin tripmeterA,andtheotherisrecordedin tripmeterB.

Forinstance,tripmeterAcanrecordthe distancefromthepointoforigin,andtrip meterBeanrecordthedistancefrom wherethefueltankisfilled.

WhentripmeterAisselected,pressing theselectoragainwithinonesecondwill changetotripmeterBmode.

WhentripmeterAisselected, TRIPA willbedisplayed. WhentripmeterBis selected, TRIPBwillbedisplayed.

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Thetripmeterrecordsthetotaldistance thevehicleisdrivenuntilthemeteris againreset. Returnitto"0.0"byholding theselectordepressedformorethan1 second. Usethismetertomeasuretrip distancesandtocomputefuel consumption.

NOTE

• Onlythetripmetersrecordtenthsof kilometers(miles).
  • Thetriprecordwillbeerasedwhen:
• Thepowersupplyisinterrupted (blownfuscorthebatteryis disconnected).
  • Thevehicleisdrivenover999.9 km(mile).

▼Tachometer

Thetachometershowsenginespeedin thousandsofrevolutionsperminute (rpm).

CAUTION

Don'truntheenginewiththe tachometerneedleintheREDZONE. Thismaycausesevereengine damage.

▼EngineCoolantTemperature Gauge

Theenginecoolanttemperaturegauge showsthetemperatureoftheengine coolant.

Iftheneedleexceedsnormalrangetoward H, it indicates overheating.

CAUTION

Drivingwithanoverheatedenginecan causeseriousenginedamage(page 7-14).

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▼FuelGauge

The fuel gaug shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. Were 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.

▼DashboardIllumination

Whentheheadlightswitchisintheor ID position,rotatethethumb-wheelto adjustthebrightnessofthedashboard lights.

NOTE

Black-outmeter

When the instrument cluster dimmeris canceled, the instrument cluster illumination intensity will not change by rotating the thumb-wheel.

▼InstrumentClusterDimmer SelectButton(Black-outmeter)

Theinstrumentclusterdimmerselect buttonisoperablewhentheignition switchisintheONposition.

Adjustingtheinstrumentcluster illuminationintensity(Withexterior lightsoff)

Whentheexteriorlightsareoff, the instrumentclusterilluminationcanbe adjustedtooneoffivelevelsby successivelypressingtheinstrument clusterdimmerselectbutton.

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Cancelingtheinstrumentcluster illuminationdimmer(Withexterior lightson)

Whentheexteriorlightsareon,the instrumentclusterilluminationdims. Whendrivingonsnowyorfoggyroads, orinotherssituationswhentheinstrument cluster'svisibilityisreducedduetoglare fromsurroundingbrightness,the instrumentclusterdimmerselectbutton increasestheilluminationintensity. Pressthebuttontonoincreasetheintensity oftheinstrumentclusterillumination. Pressthebuttonagaintoreturntothe previousilluminationintensity.

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Warning/IndicatorLights

Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas

SignalWarning/IndicatorLightsPage
BRAKE	BrakeSystemWarningLight5-30
	ChargingSystemWarningLight5-31
	EngineOilPressureWarningLight5-31
	CheckEngineLight5-31
ABS	ABSWarningLight5-32
	AirBag/FrontScatBcltPretensioncrSystemWarningLight5-32
E\	LowFuelWarningLight5-33

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SignalWarning/IndicatorLightsPage
	SeatBcltWarningLight5-33
	Door-AjarWarningLight5-33
	LowWasherFluidLevelWarningLight5-33
AT	AutomaticTransaxleWarningLight5-34
	SecurityIndicatorLight5-34
	HeadlightHigh-BeamIndicatorLight5-34
PRNDM	ShiftPositionIndicatorLight5-35
	TCSIndicatorLight5-35
TCSOFF	TCSOFFIndicatorLight5-35
CRUISEMAIN	CruiseMainIndicatorLight5-36
CRUISE	CruiseSetIndicatorLight	5-36
	Light-OnIndicatorLight	5-36
	Turn-Signal/HazardWarningIndicatorLights	5-36

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▼BrakeSystemWarningLight

Thiswarninghasthefollowingfunctions:

Parkingbrakewarning

Thelightcomesonwhentheparking brakeisappliedwiththeignitionswitch intheSTARTorONposition.Itgoesoff whentheparkingbrakeisfullyreleased.

Lowbrakefluidlevelwarning/Electronicbrakeforcedistribution systemwarning

Ifthelightstaysonaftertheparkingbrake isfullyreleased,youmayhaveabrake problem.

Drivetothesideoftheroadandparkoff theright-of-way.

Lowbrakefluidlevelwarning

Youmaynoticethatthepedalisharderto pushorthatitmaygoclosertothefloor. Ineithercase, itwilltakelongertostop thevehicle.

1. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (page 8-15).
2. Afteraddingfluid, checkthelight again.

Ifthewarninglightremainson,orifthe brakesdonotoperateproperly,donot drivethevehicle.Haveittowedtoan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Evenifthelightgoesoff, haveyourbrake systeminspectedassoonaspossible.

Electronicbrakeforcedistribution systemwarning

If the electronic brake forced distribution control unit determine that some components are operating incorrectly, the control unit may turn the brakes system warning lighton.

Inthiscase, the ABS warning light comes on atthesametime(page5-32).

WARNING

BrakeWarningLight:

Drivingwiththebrakesystemwarning lightonisdangerous.Itindicatesthat yourbrakesmaynotworkatallor thattheycouldcompletelyfailatany time.Ifthislightremainson,after checkingthattheparkingbrakeis fullyreleased,havethebrakes inspectedimmediately.Don'tdrive withthislighton,andcontactan AuthorizedMazdaDealertohavethe brakesinspectedassoonaspossible.

ABSWarningLightandBrake

Warning Lightonatthe Same Time: Driving whenthe brakesystem warninglightand ABS warninglight are on at the same time is dangerous. When both lights are on, therear wheels could lockdown more quickly in an emergencystophan under normal circumstances.

Don't drivewith both lightson, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible.

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▼ChargingSystemWarningLight

This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turn so off when the engine is started.

If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or the charging system. Driveto the side of the road and park off theright-of-way. Consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

Don't continued driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated.

▼EngineOilPressureWarning Light

This warning light illuminates when the ignitionswitchisturned to the ON position and turn soff when the engine is started.

This warning light indicates slow engine oil pressure.

Ifthelightilluminateswhiledriving:

1. Drivetothesideoftheroadandpark offtheright-of-way.
2. Turnoff the engine and inspect the engine oil level (page 8-10). If it'slow, add oil.
3. Checkthelight.

Ifthelightremainsilluminatedevenafter youaddoil,haveyourvehicletowedto anAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

CAUTION

Don'truntheengineifoilpressureis low.Itcouldresultinextensiveengine damage.

▼CheckEngineLight

If this light comes on while driving, the vehicle may have a problem. It is important to the driving conditions when the light can be considered by Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Thecheckenginelightmaycomeonin thefollowingcases:

• Thefueltanklevelbeingverylowor approachingempty.
• Theengine'selectricalsystemhasa problem.

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• Theemissioncontrolsystemhasa problem.
• Thefuel-fillercapismissingornot tightenedsecurely.

If the check engine light remains on or flashes continuously, donot drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

▼ABSWarningLight

The warning lightstaysonforafew secondswhentheignitionswitchisturned totheONposition.

If the ABS warning light stay on while you're driving, the ABS control unithas detected as system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING

ABSWarningLightandBrake WarningLightonattheSameTime: Drivingwhenthebrakesystem warninglightandABSwarninglight areonatthesametimeisdangerous. Whenbothlightsareon,therear wheelscouldlockmorequicklyinan emergencystopthanundernormal circumstances. Don'tdrivewithbothlightson,and contactanAuthorizedMazdaDealer tohavethebrakesinspectedassoon aspossible.

NOTE

Whentheengineisjump-startedto chargethebattery,unevenrpmoccurs andtheABSwarninglightcomeson. Thisisductoawcakbattery,nota malfunction. Rechargethebattery.

▼AirBag/FrontSeatBelt PretensionerSystemWarning Light

If the airbag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the cignitions switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out.

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Asystemmalfunctionisindicatedwhen thewarninglightconstantlyflashes, illuminatesordoesn'tilluminateatall whentheignitionswitchisturnedtothe ONposition.Ifanyofthesoccur,consult anAuthorizedMazdaDealerassoonas possible.Thesystemmaynotworkinan accident.

WARNING

Self-ServicingtheAirBag/PretensionerSystems: Self-servicingortamperingwiththe systemsisdangerous.Anairbag/pretensionercouldaccidentally activateorbecomedisabled.This couldcauseseriosyinjuries.Never tamperwiththesystemsandalways haveanAuthorizedMazdaDealer performsallservicingandrepairs.

▼LowFuelWarningLight

This warning light in the fuel gauge signal that the fuel tank will soon be empty. Refuel as soon as possible.

▼SeatBeltWarningLight

If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, these seat bell warning light will remain on until the belt is fastened. If the system does not operate correctly, consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer.

▼Door-AjarWarningLight

This warning light comes on when any door isn't securely closed.

▼LowWasherFluidLevel WarningLight *

This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. Add fluid (page 8-18).

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▼AutomaticTransaxleWarning Light

AT

This warning lightstayson for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. The light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem.

CAUTION

If the automatic transaxlc warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. Consultant Authorized Mazda Dealeras soon as possible.

▼SecurityIndicatorLight

This indicator light starts flashing every 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC position and the immobilizers system is armed.

Thelightstopsflashingwhentheignition switchisturnedtotheONpositionwith thecorrectignitionkey. Atthistime,theimmobilizersystemis disarmedandthelightilluminatesfor about3secondsandthengocsout.

Iftheenginedoesn'tstartwiththecorrect ignitionkey,andthesecurityindicator lightkeepsilluminatingorflashing,the systemmayhaveamalfunction.Consult anAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

▼HeadlightHigh-BeamIndicator Light

Thislightindicatesoneoftwothings:

• Thehigh-beamheadlightsareon.
- Theturnsignalleverisintheflash-to-passposition.

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▼ShiftPositionIndicatorLight (AutomaticTransaxle)

This indicates these selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position.

Gear position indicator

Gearpositionindicator

WhentheshiftleverisintheDorM position,thenumeralfortheselectedgear illuminates.

▼TCSIndicatorLight

This indicator lightstaysonforafew secondswhentheignitionswitchisturned totheONposition.IftheTCSis operating,theindicatorlightflashes.

Ifthelightstayson, the TCSmayhavea malfunctionanditmaynotoperate correctly. Takeyourvehicletoan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

NOTE

• Inadditiontotheindicatorlight flashing,aslightluggingsoundwill comefromtheengine. This indicates thattheTCSisoperatingproperly.
• Onslippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it will be impossible to achieve high rpm when the TCS is on.

▼TCSOFFIndicatorLight

TCS OFF

This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignitions switch is turned to the ON position.

ItalsocomesonwhentheTCSOFF switchispressedandTCSisswitchedoff.

* Somemodels.

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IfthelightstaysonwhentheTCSisnot switchedoff, takeyourvehicletoan AuthorizedMazdaDealer. TheTCSmay haveamalfunction.

NOTE

Afterstartingtheenginewhenthe coolanttemperatureisextremelylow, theTCSisautomaticallyturnedoff.At thistime,theTCSOFFindicatorlight willremainon,butthisdoesnot indicateanabnormality.Afterthe enginehaswarmed,TCSwillresume normaloperationandtheindicatorlight willgoout.

▼CruiseMainIndicatorLight

CRUISE MAIN

ThislightcomesonwhentheON/OFF switchispressedandthecruisecontrol systemisactivated.

▼CruiseSetIndicatorLight

CRUISE

Thislightcomesonwhenacruisingspeed isset.

▼Light-OnIndicatorLight(Black-outmeter)

This indicator light comes on when the exterior lights are on.

▼Turn-Signal/HazardWarning IndicatorLights

Whenoperatingtheturn-signallights,the leftorightturn-signalindicatorlight flashstoindicatewhichturn-signallight isoperating(page5-39).

Whenoperatingthehazardwarning lights,bothturn-signalindicatorlights flash(page5-44).

NOTE

Ifanindicatorlightremainsilluminated (doesnotflash)orifitflashes abnormally, theturnsignalbulbmaybe burnedout.

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BeepSounds

▼SeatBeltWarningBeep

If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, abeepsound will be heard for about 6 seconds.

▼IgnitionKeyReminder

If theignitionswitchisintheLOCKor ACCposition, abeepsoundwillbeheard whenthedriver'sdoorisopened.

▼Lights-OnReminder

Iflightsareonandthekeyisremoved fromtheignitionswitch,abeepsound willbeheardwhenthedriver'sdooris opened.

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LightingControl

▼Headlights

Toturnonthelights, turntheheadlight switchontheendofthecontrollever.

SwitchPositionOFF		●	ID
IHeadlightsOffOffOn
TaillightsParkinglightsLicenselights	OffOnOn

NOTE

• Ifthelightswitchislefton,thelights willautomaticallyswitchchoff30 secondsafterturningthecignition switchtotheLOCKpositionor removingthekcy. Thelightswillautomaticallyswitch backonwhenthecignitionswitchis turnedtotheACCorONposition.
• Topreventdischargingthebattery, don'tleavethelightsonwhilethe engineisoff.

▼Lights-OnReminder

Iflightsareonandthekeyisremoved fromtheignitionswitch,abeepsound willbeheardwhenthedriver'sdooris opened.

▼HeadlightHigh-LowBeam

Pushtheleverforwardforhighbeam. Pullitbackforlow.

▼FlashingtheHeadlights

Toflashtheheadlights,pulltheleverfully towardyou.Theheadlightswitchneed notbeon,andthcleverwillreturntothe normalpositionwhenreleased.

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▼DaytimeRunningLights (Canada)

InCanada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation.

Forthatreason, thedaytimerunninglights automaticallyturnonwhentheignition switchisturnedtotheONposition.

NOTE

TheDaytimeRunningLightsturnoff when the parking brake is applied.

TurnandLane-Change Signals

▼TurnSignal

Movethesignalleverdown(foraleft turn)orup(forarightturn)tothestop position. Thesignalwillself-cancelafter theturniscompleted.

If the indicator light continues to flash after return, manually return the lever to its original position.

Right turn

Greenindicatorsonthedashboardshow whichsignalisworking.

Lane-changesignals

Movetheleverslightlytowardthe directionofthechange—untilthe indicatorflashes—andholditthere.It willreturntotheoffpositionwhen released.

NOTE

Ifanindicatorlightstaysonwithout flashingorifitflashesabnormally,the turnsignalbulbmaybeburnedout.

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FogLights \*

Usethisswitchtoturnonthefoglights. Theyhelpyoutosecaswellastobescen.

Toturnthefrontfoglightson, rotatethe foglightswitchtothe 30 position. Theheadlightswitchmustbeinthe positiontoturnonthefrontfoglights.

Toturnthemoff, rotatethe foglight switchtotheOFFpositionorturnthe headlightswitchtothe ● orOFFposition.

NOTE

The fog lights will turn off when the headlights a reset at high beam.

Windshield Wipersand Washer

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheON position.

WARNING

FrozenWasherFluid: Usingwindshieldwasherfluidwithout anti-freezeprotectioninfreezing temperaturesisdangerous. The washerfluidcouldfreezeonthe windshieldandblockyourvision. You couldhaveanaccident.Don'tusethe washerwithoutfirstwarmingthe windshieldandneveruseplaintap water.

NOTE

Because heavy ice and snow can jam thewiper blades, the wiper motoris protected from motor breakdown, overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker. This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades, but only for about 5 minutes. If this happens, turn off the wiper switch and park off the right-of-way, and remove the snow and ice. After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the bladess should operate normally. If they don't resume functioning, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

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SwitchesandControls

▼WindshieldWipers

Turnthewipersonbypullingthelever down.

INT—Intermittent

1—Normal

2—Fast

Variable-speedintermittentwipers

SetthelevertoINTandchoosethe intervaltimingbyrotatingthering.

One-touchwipers

Forasinglewipingcycle, pushthelever uptoMIST.

▼WindshieldWasher

Pullthelevertowardyouandholditto spraywasherfluid.

NOTE

WiththewiperleverintheOFFForINT position,thewiperswilloperate continuouslyuntiltheleverisreleased.

Ifthewasherdoesn'twork, inspect the fluidlevel(page8-18). Ifit's OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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RearWindowWiperand Washer\*

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheON position.

▼RearWindowWiper

Turnthewiperonbyturningtherear wiper/washerswitch. ON—Normal INT—Intermittent

▼RearWindowWasher

Tospraywasherfluid,turntherearwiper/washerswitchtothe position. After the switchisreleased,thewasherwillstop.

NOTE

Therearetwowasherpositions:upand down.Inthedownwasherposition,the wiperwillnotbeactivated.

Ifthewasherdoesn'twork, inspect the fluidlevel(page8-18). Ifit'sOKandthe washerstilldoesn'twork, consult an Authorized MazdaDealer.

RearWindowDefroster

Therearwindowdefrosterclearsfrost, fog,andthinicefromtherearwindow.

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheON position.

Presstheswitchtoturnonthercar windowdefroster. Therearwindow defrosteroperatesforabout15minutes andturnsoffautomatically. Theindicatorlightilluminatesduring operation.

Toturnofftherearwindowdefroster beforethe 15minuteshaselapsed,press theswitchagain.

ManualTypeAir-Conditioning

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FullyAutomaticTypeAir-Conditioning

CAUTION

Don't uses sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of therear windows surface. They may damage the defrostery grid inside the window.

NOTE

This defroster is not designed for meltingsnow. If there is an accumulation of snow on there are window, remove it before using the defroster.

Horn

Tosoundthehorn, pressaroundthe markonthesteeringwheel.

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HazardWarningFlasher

Thehazardwarninglightsshouldalways beusedwhcnyoustoponorecar roadway.

Thehazardwarninglightswarnother driversthatyourvehicleleisatraffichazard andthattheymusttakcextremec caution whennearit.

Depressthehazardwarningflasherandall fourturnsignalswillflash.

NOTE

• Theturnsignalsdon'tworkwhenthe hazardwarninglightsareon.
• Checklocalregulationsabouttheuse ofhazardwarninglightswhilethe vehiclecisbeingtowed. They may forbidit.

HomeLinkWireless ControlSystem \*

NOTE

HomeLinkandHomeLinkhouseare registeredtrademarksofJohnson Controls.

TheHomeLinksystemreplacesupto3 hand-heldtransmitterswithasinglebuilt-incomponentintheauto-dimmingmirror. PressingtheHomeLinkbuttononthe auto-dimmingmirroractivatesgarage doors, gatesandotherdevices surroundingyourhome.

HomeLink button

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WARNING

SafetyStopandReverseFeature: UsingtheHomeLinksystemwithany garagedooropenerthatlacksthe safetystopandreversefeatureas requiredbyfederalsafetystandardsis dangerous.(Thisincludesgarage doorsmanufacturedbeforeApril1, 1982.)

Using these agaragedooropenerscan increasetheriskofseriousinjuryor death. For further information, contact HomeLinkat1-800-355-3515 or www.homelink.comoryour Authorized Mazda Dealer.

SafetyWhileProgrammingor OperatingHomeLinkSystem; Programmingoroperatingthe HomeLinksystemwithoutverifying thesafetyofareassurroundinggarage doorsandgatesisdangerousand couldresultinanunexpectedaccident andseriousinjuryifsomeonewereto behit.Alwayschecktheareas surroundinggaragedoorsandgates forpeopleorobstructionsbefore programmingorduringoperationof theHomeLinksystem.

CAUTION

HomeLinkhasbeentestedand complieswithFCCandIndustry Canadarules.Changesormodifications notexpresslyapprovedbytheparty responsibleforcompliancecouldvoid theuser'sauthoritytooperatethe device.

NOTE

FCCID:NZLSTDHL3 CANADA:4112104541A ThisdevicecomplieswithFCCrules part 15.Operationissubjecttothe followingconditions: 1-Thisdevicemaynotcauseany harmfulinterferenceand 2-Thisdevicemustacceptany interferencethatmaybereceived includinginterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperation.

NOTE

The programming will not be erased even if the battery is disconnected.

▼Pre-programmingtheHomeLink System

NOTE

It is recommended that anew battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.

• Verifythatthereisaremotecontrol transmitteravailableforthedeviceyou wouldliketoprogram.
• Disconnectthepowertothedevice.

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▼ProgrammingtheHomeLink System

CAUTION

When programmingagaragedoor openeragate, disconnect the power to the devices before performing programming, as continuous operation of the devices could damage them motor.

TheHomeLinksystemprovides3buttons whichcanbeindividuallyselectedand programmedusingthetransmittersfor current,on-marketdevicesasfollows:

1. Pressandholdthetwoouter HomeLinkbuttons(buttonsoneand three)-releasingonlywhenthe indicatorlightbeginstoflash(after20 seconds).Donotholdthebuttonsfor longerthan30secondsanddonot repeatstep1toprogramascecondand/orthirdhand-heldtransmittertotheremainingtwoHomeLinkbuttons.
2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2.5—7.5 cm (1—3 inches) away from the Home Link button you wishtoprogram while keeping the indicator light in view.
3. Simultaneouslypressandholdboththe chosenHomeLinkandhand-held transmitterbuttons.Donotreleasethe buttonsuntilstep4hasbeen completed.

NOTE

Somegateoperatorsandgaragedoor openersmayrequireyoutoreplacethis ProgrammingStep3withprocedures notedinthe"GateOperator/Canadian Programming"section.

1. After the HomeLink indicator light changes from as low to a rapidly blinking light, release both the HomeLink and hand-held transmitter buttons.

NOTE

If the HomeLink indicator light does not chan get to a rapidly blinking light, contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or call 1-800-355-3515 for assistance.

1. Pressandholdthejust-trained HomeLinkbuttonandobservethe indicatorlight.

If the indicator lightstayson constantly, programming is complete and your devices should activate when the HomeLinkbutton is pressed and released.

NOTE

Toprogramtheremainingtwo HomeLinkbuttons,beginwith "Programming"-step2.Donotrepeat step1.

If the indicator light blinks rapidly for twoseconds and thenturn stoa constant light, continue with "Programming" steps 6—8 to complete the programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garagedooropener).

1. Atthegaragedooropenerreceiver (motor-headunit)inthegarage, locate the "learn" or "smart" button. This can usually be found where the hanging antennawire is attached to the motor-headunit.

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1. Firmlypressandreleasethe"learn"or "smart"button.(Thenameandcolorof thebuttonmayvarybymanufacturer.)

NOTE

Thereare30secondsinwhichto initiatestep8.

1. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed Home Link button. Repeat the "press/hold/release" sequence second time, and, depending on the brand of the garaged door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence at third timeto complet the programming process.

HomeLinkshouldnowactivateyour rollingcodeequippeddevice.

NOTE

Toprogramtheremainingtwo HomeLinkbuttons,beginwith "Programming"-step2.Donotrepeat step1.

Forquestionsorcomments,pleasecontact HomeLinkatwww.homelink.comor1-800-355-3515.

▼Gateoperator/Canadian Programming

Canadianradio-frequencylawsrequire transmittersignalsto“time-out”(orquit) afterseveralsecondsoftransmission-whichmaynotbelongenoughfor HomeLinktopickupthesignalduring programming.SimilartothisCanadian law,someU.S.gateoperatorsare designedto“time-out”inthesame manner.

IfyouliveinCanadaoryouarehaving difficultiesprogrammingagateoperator byusingthe"Programming"procedures (regardlessofwhereyoulive),replace

"ProgrammingHomeLink"step3with thefollowing:

NOTE

If programmingagaragedooropeneror gateoperator, itisadvisedtounplugthe device during the "cycling" process to prevent possible overheating.

ContinuuctopressandholdtheHomeLink buttonwhileyoupressandrelease-everytwoseconds("cycle")yourhand-heldtransmitteruntilthefrequencysignal hassuccessfullybeenacceptedby HomeLink.(Theindicatorlightwillflash slowlyandthenrapidly.) Proceedwith"Programming"step4to complete.

▼OperatingtheHomeLinkSystem

PresstheprogrammedHomeLinkbutton tooperateaprogrammeddevice.The codewillcontinuebeingtransmittedfora maximumof20seconds.

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▼ReprogrammingtheHomeLink system

ToprogramadevicetoHomeLinkusinga HomeLinkbuttonpreviouslytrained, followthesesteps:

1. PressandholdthedesiredHomeLink button.DONOTreleasethebutton.

2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, proceed with "Programming"-step2.

▼ErasingProgrammedHomeLink Buttons

Toerasetheexistingprogrammingfrom allthreeoperatingchannels.pressand holdthetwooutsidebuttons( 仓, 仓) ontheauto-dimmingmirroruntilthe HomeLinkindicatorlightbeginstoflash afterapproximately20seconds. Verifythattheprogramminghasbeen erasedwhenyouresellthevehicle.

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Useofvariousfeaturesfordrivecomfort,includingair-conditioningandaudio system.

ClimateControlSystem....6-2

OperatingTips....6-2

VentOperation....6-3

Types of the Climate Control System....6-5

ManualType....6-6

FullyAutomaticType....6-11

AudioSystem....6-16

Antenna....6-16

OperatingTipsforAudioSystem....6-16

AudioSet....6-23

AudioControlSwitchOperation(SteeringWheel) * ......6-40

SafetyCertification....6-42

InteriorEquipment....6-43

Sunvisors....6-43

InteriorLights....6-43

InformationDisplay....6-46

Lighter....6-48

Ashtray....6-49

CupHolder....6-50

BottleHolder....6-51

StorageCompartments....6-51

AccessorySocket....6-55

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OperatingTips

▼OperatingtheClimateControl System

Operatetheclimatecontrolsystemwith theengineerunning.

NOTE

Topreventthebatteryfrombeing discharged, donotleavethefancontrol dialonforalongperiodoftimewhen theengineisnotrunning.

▼ClearingtheAirInlet

Clearallobstructionslikeleaves, snow andicefromthehoodandtheairinletin thecowlgrillectoimprovethesystem efficiency.

▼FoggyWindows

Thewindowsmayfogupeasilyinhumid weather. Usetheclimatecontrolsystemto defogthewindows.

To help defog the windows, operat the air conditionertodehumidify the air.

▼Outside/RecirculatedAirPosition

Usetheoutsideairpositioninnormal conditions. There circulatedairposition shouldbeusedonlywhendrivingon dustyroadsorforquickcoolingofthe interior.

▼ParkinginDirectSunlight

If the vehicle has been parked indirect sunlight during hot weather, open the window to let warmairescape, then run the climate control system.

▼NotUsingforaLongPeriod

Runtheairconditionerabout10minutes atleastonceamonthtokeepinternal partslubricated.

▼ChecktheRefrigerantbeforethe WeatherGetsHot

Havetheairconditionercheckedbefore theweathergetshot.Lackofrefrigerant maymaketheairconditionerless efficient.ConsultanAuthorizedMazda Dealerforrefrigerantinspection.

Theairconditionerisfilledwith HFC134a(R134a),arefrigerantthatwill notdamagetheozonelayer. Iftheairconditionerislowonrefrigerant orhasamalfunction,consultan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

▼ReplacementoftheCabinAir Filter

If your vehicle is equipped with an air filter for the air conditioner, it is necessary to changethe filter periodically as indicated in scheduled maintenance (page 8-3). Consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement of the cabinair filter.

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VentOperation

Line drawing of a car interior showing seat, dashboard, and steering wheel (no text or symbols)

▼AdjustingtheVents

Directingairflow

1. Presstheupperpartoftheairventto openit.

1. Rotatetheairventleftandrightto adjustthedirectionofairflow.

NOTE

When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the events. This is not asign of trouble but a result of humid air beings suddenly cooled.

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▼SelectingtheAirflowMode

Interior view of a car dashboard with seatbelt and passenger seatbelt (no text or symbols)

Defroster and Floor VentsDashboard Vents

Dashboard and Floor Vents

Defroster Vents

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Floor Vents

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TypesoftheClimateControlSystem

Manualtypeandfullyautomatictypeclimatecontrolsystemsareexplainedseparately.

Checkyourvehicle'selimatecontroltypeandreadtheappropriatepages.

Climatecontrolinformationisdisplayedontheinformationdisplay.

Manual Type ...... page 6-6

Fully Automatic Type.... page 6-11

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ClimateControlSystem

ManualType

▼ControlSwitches

Temperaturecontroldial

This dial control temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.

Fancontroldial

Thisdialallowsvariablefanspeeds.

0—Fanoff
1—Lowspeed
2—Mediumlowspeed
3—Mediumhighspeed
4—Highspeed

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Modeselectordial

Turnthemodeselectordialtoselect airflowmode(page6-4).

A/Cswitch

Pushtheswitchtoturntheairconditioner on. The indicator lightontheswitchwill illuminate when the fan controldialisset at position 1,2,3, or 4.

Pushtheswitchonceagaintoturntheair conditioneroff.

NOTE

Theairconditionermaynotfunction whentheoutsidetemperature approaches0°C(32°F).

Airintakeselector

This switch control the source of air entering the vehicle.

Presstheswitchtoalternatebetweenthe andpositions. The indicator lightfortheselectedmodewillilluminate.

It is recommended that under normal conditionstheswitchbekeptinthe outsideairposition.

Outsideairposition( )

Outsideairistakenintothevehicle. Use thispositionfornormalventilationand heating.

Recirculatedairposition(

Outsideairisshutoff, Airwithinthe vehicleisrecirculated.

Thispositioncanbeusedwhendrivingon adustyroadorinsimilarconditions.It alsohelpstoprovidequickercoolingof theinterior.

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WARNING

The Recirculated Air Position: Using the positionincoldor rainyweatherwillcausethewindows tofogup. Yourvisionwillbe hampered,whichcouldleadtoa seriousaccident.Donotusethe positionincoldorrainyweather.

Rearwindowdefrosterswitch

When using the car window defroster switch, refer Rear Window Defroster (page 5-42).

▼Heating

1. Setthemodeselectordialtothe position.

1. Settheairintakeselectortothe position.

1. Set the temperature control dial to the hot position.

2. Setthefancontroldialtothedesired speed.

3. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn on the air conditioner.

NOTE

• Ifthewindshieldfogsupeasily, set themodeselectordialtothe position.
• If coolerairisdesiredatfacelevel, setthemodeselectordialatthe positionandadjustthetemperature controldialtomaintainmaximum comfort.
• Theairtotheflooriswarmerthan airtotheface(exceptwhenthe temperaturecontroldialissetatthe extremehotorcoldposition).

▼Cooling(WithAirConditioner)

I. Setthemodeselectordialtothe position.
2. Set the temperature controldial to the cold position.
3. Setthefancontroldialtothedesired speed.
4. Turnontheairconditioner.
5. Adjust the fan controldial and temperature controldial to maintain maximum comfort.

CAUTION

When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic, closely monitor the temperature gauge (page 5-25). The air condition may cause engine overheating. If the gauge indicates overheating, turn the air condition or off

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NOTE

• When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and the air intakes electort to the position, then set the fan control dial to position 4.
• Ifwarmerairisdesiredatfloorlevel, setthemodeselectordialatthe positionandadjustthetemperature controldialtomaintainmaximum comfort.
• Theairtotheflooriswarmerthan airtotheface(exceptwhenthe temperaturecontroldialissctatthe extremehotorcoldposition).

▼Ventilation

1. Setthemodeselectordialtothe position.

1. Set the air intakes eletortothe position.

1. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
2. Set the fan controldial to the desired speed.

▼WindshieldDefrostingand Defogging

1. Setthemodeselectordialtothe position.

1. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
2. Setthefancontroldialtothedesired speed.

WARNING

FoggyWindshield:

Using the position with the temperature controlsettothecold position will cause the outside of the windshield to fogup. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Set the temperature control to the hot or warm position when using the position.

NOTE

• Formaximumdefrosting, set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and the fan control dial toposition 4.
• Ifwarmairisdesiredatthefloor,set themodeselectordialtothe position.
• Intheorposition, air conditioningisautomatically turned ontodefrostthewindshieldquickly (however,theindicatorlightdoesnot illuminate)andthe positionis automaticallyselected.Theairintake selectorswitchcannotbechanged to the position.

▼Dehumidifying(WithAir Conditioner)

Operatetheairconditionerincoolorcold weathertohelpdefogthewindshieldand sidewindows.

1. Setthemodeselectordialtothe desiredposition.
2. Set the air intakes elect to the position.

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1. Set the temperature controldial to the desired position.
2. Setthefancontroldialtothedesired speed.
3. Turnonthearconditioner.

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FullyAutomaticType

▼ControlSwitches

AUTOswitch

BypressingtheAUTOswitchthe followingfunctionswillbeautomatically controlledinaccordancewiththeset temperature:

• Airflowtemperature
• Amountofairflow
• Selectionofairflowmode

• Outside/Recirculatedairselection
- Airconditioneroperation

NOTE

AUTOswitchindicatorlight

• Whenon, it indicates AUTO operation, and the system will function automatically.
• Whenoff, indicate the operation of otherswitchessuchasthemode selectorswitch, fancontrolled, A/C switchandwindshielddefroster switch. Other functions will continue to operate automatically.

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OFFswitch

PressingtheOFFswitchshutsoffthe climatecontrolsystem.

Temperaturecontroldial

This dial controlstemperature. Turnit clockwise for hot and counterclockwise forcold.

Fancontroldial

Thefanhassevenspeeds. Theselected speedwillbedisplayed.

Modeselectorswitch

Thedesiredairflowmodecanbeselected (page6-4).

NOTE

• With the airflow modesetto position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and comparably lower air temperature will flow through the central, left and right vents.
• Tosettheairventto, press the windshielddefrosterswitch.

A/Cswitch

A/C

With the AUTOorfan controldial ON, pressthe A/C switchtoselect the air conditioning (cooling/dehumidifying functions) on or off.

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NOTE

The air condition may not function whenthe outside temperature approaches 0^ C ( 32^ F). (Indicator remains one even when system is off.)

Airintakeselector

Outsideorrecirculatedairpositionscan beselected.Presstheswitchtoselect outside/recirculatedairpositions.

Recirculatedairposition(

Usethispositionwhengoingthrough tunnels,drivingincongestedtraffic(high engineexhaustareas)orwhenquick coolingisdesired.

Outsideairposition( )

Use this position for normal conditions and defogging.

WARNING

The Recirculated Air Position: Using the positionincoldor rainyweatherwillcasethewindows tofogup.Yourvisionwillbe hampered,whichcouldleadtoa seriousaccident.Donotusethe positionincoldorrainyweather.

Windshielddefrosterswitch

Presstheswitchtodefrostthewindshield andfrontdoorwindows.

Rearwindowdefrosterswitch

When using therearwindowdefroster switch, refer RearWindowDefroster (page5-42).

▼StandardUse

1. PresstheAUTOswitch. Selection of the airflowmode, airintakeselector and amountofairflowwillbe automaticallycontrolled.

1. Use the temperature control ratio to select desired temperature.

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ClimateControlSystem

Toturnoffthesystem.presstheOFF switch.

NOTE

• Foranoptimalcabintemperature, set the temperaturecloseto25.0°C (77.0°F). Adjusttothedesired temperatureifnecessary.
• Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a fast rate.
• Toppreventcoolairblowingfromthe ventswhenheatingrightafter startingtheengine,theamountof airflowisreduceduntiltheairwarms up.

▼WindshieldDefrostingand Defogging

Pressthowindshielddefrosterswitch. Inthisposition,the positionis automaticallyselected,andtheair conditionerautomaticallyturnedon (however,theindicatorlightdoesnot illuminate).Theairconditionerwilldirect dehumidifiedairtothefrontwindshield andsidewindows(page6-4).Airflow amountwillbeincreased.

WARNING

FoggyWindshield:

Using the w positionwiththe temperaturecontrolsettothecold positionwillcausetheoutsideofthe windshieldtofogup. Yourvisionwill behampered,whichcouldleadtoa seriousaccident.Setthetemperature controltohotorwarmpositionwhen using the w position.

NOTE

Usethetemperaturecontroldialto increasetheairflowtemperatureand defogthewindshieldmorequickly.

▼Sunlight/TemperatureSensor

Thefullyautomaticairconditioner functionmeasuresinsideandoutside temperatures, andsunlight. Itthensets temperaturesinsidethepassenger compartmentaccordingly. Don'tobstruct thesensor.

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Antenna

▼ DetachableType

Toremovetheantenna,turnit

counterclockwise.

Toinstalltheantenna,turnitclockwise.

Makesuretheantennaissecurely installed.

CAUTION

Topreventdamagetothcantenna, removeitbeforeenteringacarwash facilityorpassingbeneathalow overheadclearance.

NOTE

When leaving your vehicle unattended, were recommend that you remove the antenna and store it inside the vehicle.

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WARNING

DoNotAdjustAudioWhileDriving the Vehicle:

Adjustingtheaudiowhiledrivingthe vehicleisdangerousasitcould distractyourattentionfromthevehicle operationwhichcouldleadtoa seriousaccident.Alwaysadjustthe audiowhilethevehicleisstopped.

CAUTION

Forthepurposesofsafedriving,adjust theaudiovolumetoalevelthatallows youtohearsoundsoutsideofthe vehicle.

NOTE

- Donotusetheaudioforlongperiods oftimewhiletheengineisoff. Otherwisethebatterycouldgodead.

- IfadigitalcellularphoneorCB radioisusedinornearthevehicle, it could cause noisetooccur from the audiosystem, however, this does not indicate that the system has been damaged.

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▼RadioReception

AMcharacteristics

AMsignalsbendaroundsuchthingsas buildingsormountainsandbounceoffthe ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach longerdistancethanFMsignals. Because of this, twostationsmaysometimesbe picked up on the same frequency at the sametime.

FMcharacteristics

AnFMbroadcastrangeisusuallyabout 40–50km(25–30miles)fromthe source.Becauseofextracodingneededto breakthesoundintotwochannels,sterco FMhasevenlessrangethanmonaural (non-stereo)FM.

SignalsfromanFMtransmitteraresimilar tobeamsoflightbecausetheydonot bendaroundcorners,buttheydoreflect. UnlikeAMsignals,FMsignalscannot travelbeyondthehorizon.Therefore,FM stationscannotbereceivedatthegreat distancespossiblewithAMreception.

Atmospheric conditions can also affect FMreception. High humidity will cause poor reception. However, cloudy days may provide better reception than clear days.

Multipathnoise

SinceFMsignalscanbereflectedby obstructions,itispossibletoreceiveboth thedirectsignalandthereflectedsignalat thesametime. Thiscausesaslightdelay inreceptionandmaybeheardasabroken soundoradistortion. Thisproblemmay alsobencountercdwheninclose proximitytothetransmitter.

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Flutter/Skipnoise

SignalsfromanFMtransmittermovein straightlinesandbecomeweakinvalleys betweenallbuildings,mountains,and otherobstacles.Whenavchiclepasses throughsuchanarea,thereception conditionsmaychangesuddenly,resulting inannoyingnoise.

Weaksignalnoise

Insuburbanareas, broadcastsignals become weak because of distance from the transmitter. Reception insuch fringe are as is characterized by soundbreakup.

Illustration of a cityscape with an airplane, a car, and a question mark (no text or symbols)

Strongsignalnoise

This occurs very close to transmitter tower. The broadcasts signals are extremely strong, so the results is noise and sound break up at the radio receiver.

Stationdriftnoise

When a vehiclereachesthe area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies, the original station maybe temporarily lost and these second station picked up. At thistimether will become noise from this disturbance.

Station 1 88.1 MHz

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▼OperatingTipsforCassetteTape Player

Cleaningthecassettetapeplayer

Thetapehead, capstans, and pinchrollers will gather oxideresidue from cassette tapes. This can cause weak or wavering sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player. Use a good quality head-cleaning tape or liquid cleanercassette tapetoremove it.

Shouldtheunitnotoperatenormally, consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer. Neverattempttorepairitorinserta screwdriveroranythingelse.

Handlingthecassettetapeplayer

The following precaution should be observed.

- Donotspillanyliquidontheaudio system.

- Donotinsertanyobjects,otherthan cassettetape,intotheslot.

- Ifthecassettetapeisloose, it may produce poorsoundor performance during playback. Useapencilor somethingsimilartoremovcanyslack.

• Onlycassettetapesthatplaynolonger than90minutesshouldbeused. Cassettetapceexceeding90minutesare thinandmayeasilybreak.
• Donotleaveacassettetapeinthetape playerslotwhennotinuse.Removeit completelytopermittheslotdoorto closeandtoprotectthemechanism fromdust.
• Storecassettetapesawayfromextreme heat,magneticfields,anddirect sunlight.Protecttheexposedcassette tapcfromdirtanddamage.Store cassetetapesintheiroriginalcasesor otherprotectivecases.

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▼OperatingTipsforMiniDisc (MD)Player

The following precaution should be observed.

- Donotspillanyliquidontheaudio system.

- Donotinsertanyobjects,otherthan MDs,intotheslot.

- TheMDplayerhasbeendesignedto playMDsbearingtheidentification logoasshown.NootherMDscanbe played.

- TheMDplayercanalsoplayMDLPs thathavebeenrecordedinMDLP mode.(MDLPsbearingthe identificationlogoasshownbelow).

- WheninsertingtheMD,makesurethe MDlabelisfacingup,andtheMDis orientedtotheinsertionslotinthe directionofthearrow.Ifnotinserted correctly,theMDwillbeejected,or mayremainstuckintheMDdeck.

- Donottouchtheinternalpartofthe MD, IftheMDshutterisslidopenfor noreason, itmaybebroken.

- StoreMDsintheircasesandaway fromdirectsunlight.

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▼OperatingTipsforCDPlayer/In-DashCDChanger

Condensationphenomenon

Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prismandlens) in the CD player /changer may become clouded with condensation. At thistime, the CD will reject immediately when placed in the unit. A clouded CD can be corrected simply by wiping it with as soft cloth. Clouded optical components will clear naturally in about an hour. Wait for normal operation to return before attempting to set the unit.

Handling the CD player/In-dash CD changer

The following precaution should be observed.

- Donotspillanyliquidontheaudio system.

- Donotinsertanyobjects,otherthan CDs,intotheslot.

- TheCDrevolvesathighspeedwithin theunit.Defective(crackedorbadly bent)CDsshouldneverbeused.

- Donotusenon-conventionaldiscs suchashcart-shaped,octagonaldiscs, etc.TheCDplayer/changercouldbe damaged.

- AnewCDmayhaveroughedgeson itsinnerandouterperimeters. Ifadisc withroughedgesisused, proper setting will not be possible and the CD player/changer will not play the CD. Removetheroughedgesinadvance by using aball-point penorpencilas shown below. Toremovetherough edges, rub the side of the penorpencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the CD.

Illustration of hands holding a circular object with a pencil, no text or symbols present

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- Whendrivingoverunevensurfaces, thesoundmayjump.

Simple line drawing of a car on a surface with motion lines indicating speed (no text or symbols)

- TheCDplayer/changerhasbeen designedtoplayCDsbearingthe identificationlogoasshown.Noother discscanbeplayed.

- Besurenevertotouchthesignal surfacewhenhandlingtheCDs.Pick upaCDbygraspingtheouteredgeor theedgeoftheholeandtheouteredge.

Illustration of two hands performing a manual manipulation or tool operation (no text or symbols present)

- DonotstickpaperortapecontheCD. Avoidscratchingthereverseside(the sidewithoutalabel).

• Dust, fingersmudges, and dirt can decrease the amount of flight reflected from the signals surface, thus affecting sound quality. If the CD should become soiled, gently wipe it with a soft cloth from the center of the CD to the edge.
• Donotuserecordsprays,antistatic agents,orhouseholdspraycleaners. Volatilechemicalssuchasbenzincand thinnercanalssodamagethesurfaceof theCDandmustnotbeused.Anything thatcandamage,warp,orfogplastic shouldneverbeusedtocleanCDs.
  • CDs, liketraditionalaudiorecords, are madeofplastic. To avoid warping, keeptheCDsintheircasesanddonot storethemwheretheywillbeexposed todirectsunlight.
• TheCDplayer/changerejectstheCDif theCDisinsertedupsidedown. Also dirtyand/ordefectiveCDsmaybe ejected.
• 8cm(3in)CDsandCDaccessories(e.g.8cmdiscadapter) cannot be used in the CDplayer/changer.
• DonotinsertcleaningdiscsintheCD player/changer.
• Donotinsertanydiscwithapeel-off orsealonit.

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Power/Volume/Sound Controls ...... page 6-24

Operating the Radio ...... page 6-28

OperatingtheCassetteTapePlayer * page6-30

OperatingtheMiniDisc(MD)Player * page6-32

OperatingtheCompactDisc(CD)Player * ......page6-34

OperatingtheIn-DashCDChanger page6-36

Error Indications ...... page 6-39

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▼Power/Volume/SoundControls

PowerON/OFF

TurntheignitionswitchtotheACCor ONposition.

Pressthepower/volumedialtoturnthe audiosystemon. Pressthepower/volumedialagaintoturn theaudiosystemoff.

NOTE

Topreventthebatteryfrombeing discharged, donotleavetheaudio systemonforalongperiodoftime whentheengineisnotrunning.

Volumeadjustment

Toadjustthevolume,turnthepower/volumedial.

Turnthepower/volumedialtotherightto increasevolume,tothelefttodecreaseit.

Audiosoundadjustment

1. Presstheaudiocontroldialtoselectthe function. Theselectedfunctionwillbe indicated.

Standard audio-equipped model

graph TD
    A["BASS"] --> B["MID"]
    B --> C["TREB"]
    C --> D["FADE"]
    D --> E["BAL"]
    E --> F["ALC OFF"]

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graph TD
    A["BASS"] --> B["TREB"]
    B --> C["FADE"]
    C --> D["BAL"]
    D --> E["ALC OFF*"]

*Dependingonthemodeselected,the indicationchanges.

1. Turntheaudiocontroldialtoadjustthe selectedfunctionsasfollows:

Standardaudio-equippedmodel

IndicationTurnLeftTurnRight
BASS	Decrease bass	Increase bass
MID	Decrease mid-range	Increase mid-range
TREB	Decrease treble	Increase treble
FADE	Shiftthe soundtothe front	Shiftthe soundtothe rear
BAL	Shiftthe soundtothe left	Shiftthe soundtothe right
ALC	Selectmode

BOSESoundSystem-equippedmodel

IndicationTurnLeftTurnRight
BASS	Decrease bass	Increase bass
TREB	Decrease treble	Increase treble
FADE	Shiftthe soundtothc front	Shiftthe soundtothc rear
BAL	Shiftthe soundtothe left	Shiftthe soundtothe right
ALC	Selectmode

NOTE

About5secondsafterselectingany mode,thevolumefunctionwillbe automaticallyselected.Toresetbass, mid-range,treble,fade,andbalance, presstheaudiocontroldialfor2 seconds.Theunitwillbeepand "CLEAR"willbedisplayed.

AutomaticLevelControl(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 vehiclespeed, and decreases as vehicle speed decreases.

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The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode.

ModeVolumcchange
ALC OFF	Nochange
ALC LEVEL1	Minimum
ALC LEVEL2	Medium
ALC LEVEL3	Maximum

Turnthcaudiocontroldialtoselectthe ALCOFF, ALCLEVEL1—3mode. The selectedmodewillbeindicated.

graph TD
    A["ALC OFF"] --> B["ALC LEVEL 1"]
    B --> C["ALC LEVEL 2"]
    C --> D["ALC LEVEL 3"]

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▼OperatingtheRadio

RadioON

Pressabandselectorbutton( FM1, FM2 or AM)toturntheradioon.

Bandselection

SelectabandbypassingtheFM1button (FM1), FM2button() of FM2button (AM).

Theselectedmodewillbeindicated. If FMstereoisbeingreceived, "ST" will be displayed.

NOTE

If the FM broadcasts signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from STERE0 to MONO for reduced noise, and the "ST" indicator will go out.

Tuning

Theradiohasthefollowingtuning methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset channel, and Automemorytuning. The easiest way to unestationsistosethem onpresetchannels.

NOTE

Ifthepowersupplyisinterrupted(fuse blowsorthebatteryisdisconnected), thepresetchannelswillbecanceled.

Manualtuning

Turningthemanualtuningdialwill changethefrequencyhigherorlower.

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Seektuning

Pressingtheseektuningbutton( ▲, ▼) willcausethetunertoseekahigheror lowerfrequencyautomatically.

NOTE

If you continuetopressandhold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping.

Scantuning

Pressthescanbutton(SCAN) to automaticallysamplestrongstations. Scanningstopsateachstationforabout5 seconds. Toholdastation,pressthescan button(SCAN)againduringthisinterval.

Presetchanneltuning

The6presetchannelscanbeusedtostore 6AMand12FMstations.

1. TosetachannelfirstselectAM, FM1, orFM2. Tunetothedesiredstation.
2. Depressachannelpresetbutton for about 2 seconds until abeepisheard. The preset channel number and station frequency will be displayed. The station is now held in the memory.
3. Repeat this operation for the other stations and bands you want to store. Totune one in thememory, select AM, FM1, or FM2 and then press its channel preset button. The station frequency and the channel number will be displayed.

NOTE

If the powers supply is interrupted (fuse blows or the battery is disconnected), the preset channels will be canceled.

Automemorytuning

Thisisespeciallyusefulwhendrivingin anareawherethelocalstationsarenot known. AdditionalAM/FMstationscan bestoredwithoutdisturbingthe previouslysetchannels.

Pressandholdtheautomemorybutton (AUTO-M)forabout2secondsuntilabcep isheard;thesystemwillautomatically scanandtemporarilystoreupto6stations withthestrongestfrequenciesineach selectedbandinthatarea.

Afterscanningiscompleted,thestation withthestrongestfrequencywillbetuned anditsfrequencydisplayed. Pressandreleasetheautomemorybutton (AUTO-M)torecallstationsfromtheauto-storedstations.Oncstoredstationwillbe selectedeachtime;itsfrequencyand channelnumberwillbedisplayed.

NOTE

Ifnostationscanbetunedafter scanningoperations, "A" will be displayed.

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▼OperatingtheCassetteTapePlayer

Cassettetapeinsert

Insertthecassettetapeintotheslot,open edgetotherightandcassettetapewill beginplay,and"TAPEPLAY"willbe displayed.Attheendofthecassettetape, theunitautomaticallyreversescassette tapeplay.When ▲islit,thecassette tape'stopsidisplaying.When ▼islit, thebottomsideison.

Playing

Pressthecassettetapeplaybutton (TAPE/MD)tostartplaywhenacassette tapeisintheunit.Ifthereisn'tacassette tapeintheunitwhenthecassettetape playbutton(TAPE/MD)ispressed,"NO TAPE"willflashonandoff.

Dolbynoisereduction

When using atapewith DolbyNR*, push the DolbyNRbutton(☐). The ☐ symbol will be displayed. Toplay atape without DolbyNR, push the button once again.

*Noisereductionsystemmanufactured underlicensefromDolbyLaboratories LicensingCorporation. Dolbyandthedouble-Dsymbol □□ are trademarksofDolbyLaboratories LicensingCorporation.

Ejectingthecassettetape

Pressthecassettetapeejectbutton( ▲) to ejectthecassettetape.

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NOTE

Thecassettetapecanbeejectedwhen theignitionswitchisintheOFF position.

Fast-forward/Rewind

Pressthefast-forwardbutton( ▶▶) to fast-forward. Presstherewindbutton( ◀◀)torewind Tostopthisoperationandplaythe cassettetape,pressthebuttonagain.

NOTE

Whenthecassettetapeendsduringfast-forwardorrewind, it automatically stopsandstartsplaying.

Reversing

Presstheprogrambutton( PROG) to changecassettetape-playdirection.

NOTE

Whenthecassettetapecends, the unit automatically reversesplay.

Automaticprogramcontrol(APC)

APCisusedtofindthebeginningof eitherthenextprogramorthconebeing played.

PresstheAPCbutton( ▲)tothe beginningofthenextselection. PresstheAPCbutton( ▼)tothe beginningoftheconebeingplayed.To stopthisoperationandplaythecassette tape,pressthebuttonagain.

NOTE

APCmaynotoperateproperlyif:

• Atapewasrecordedatalowlevel.
  • Atapchaslong, silentintervals.
• Atapeisaliverecording.
• Atapehasveryshortintervalsof lessthan3seconds.

Repeatplay

Thisoperationmakesitpossibletolisten toaselectionrepeatedly.

Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)duringplay. Thecurrentselectionplayingwillbe repeated("RPT"willbedisplayed). Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)onceagain tocancelrepeatplay.

NOTE

RPTmaynotoperateproperlyif:

• Atapewasrecordedatalowlevel.
  • Atapehaslong, silentintervals.
• Atapeisaliverecording.
• Atapehasveryshortintervalsof lessthan3seconds.

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▼OperatingtheMiniDisc(MD)Player

InsertingtheMD

InserttheMD,label-sideupwiththe arrowpointedtotheslot.Theauto-loadingmechanismwillsettheMDand beginplay.Therewillbeashortlapse beforeplaybeginswhiletheplayerreads thedigitalsignalsontheMD.

Playing

PresstheMDplaybutton( TAPE/MD) to startplaywhenaMDisintheunit. Ifthereisn'taMDintheunitwhenthe MDplaybutton( TAPE/MD)ispressed, "NODISC"willflashonandoff.

EjectingtheMD

PresstheMDejectbutton( ▲)toejectthe MD.

Fast-forward/Reverse

Pressandholdthefast-forwardbutton (▶▶)toadvancethroughatrackathighspeed. Pressandholdthereversebutton(◀◀) to reversethroughatrackathighspeed.

Tracksearch

Pressthetrackupbutton( ▲)oncetoskip forwardtothebeginningofthenexttrack. Pressthetrackdownbutton( ▼)onceto skipbacktothebeginningofthecurrent track.

Musiscan

This feature help to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track.

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Pressthescanbutton( )duSCANplay tostartscanplayoperation(thetrack numberwillflash). Pressthescanbutton( SCAN)oncecagainto cancelscanplay.

NOTE

If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resumewherescan was selected.

Repeatplay

Thisfeaturemakesitpossibletolistento aselectionrepeatedly.

Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)duringplay. Thecurrentselectionwillberepeated ("RPT"willbedisplayed). Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)onceagain tocancelrepeatplay.

Randomplay

This feature allows the MD play to randomly select the order of the songs.

Presstherandombutton( RDM)during play. Thenextselectionwillberandomly selected("RDM"willbedisplayed). Presstherandombutton( RDM)onceagain tocancelrandomplay.

Changingthedisplay

TochangethedisplayduringMDplay, pressthedisplaybutton( DISP)toadvance througheachofthefollowingdisplays:

graph LR
    A["Track number/ Elapsed play"] --> B["Song title"]
    B --> C["Disc title"]
    C --> D["back time"]

NOTE

If there is nosongordistitlerecorded on the MD, "NOTITLE" will be displayed.

Longdiscorsongtitles

Whenlongdiscorsongtitlescannotbe completelydisplayed,rotatethedisplay feeddial( TEXT)totheright. Theremainderofthetitlewillproceed andappearonthedisplaytotheendofthe title.

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▼OperatingtheCompactDisc(CD)Player

InsertingtheCD

InserttheCDintotheslot,label-sideup. Theauto-loadingmechanismwillsetthe CDandbeginplay.Therewillbeashort lapsebeforeplaybeginswhiletheplayer readsthedigitalsignalsontheCD.

Playing

PresstheCDplaybutton( CD)tostart playwhenaCDisintheunit. Ifthereisn'taCDintheunitwhentheCD playbutton( CD)ispressed,"NODISC" willflashonandoff.

EjectingtheCD

PresstheCDejectbutton( ▲)toejectthe CD.

Fast-forward/Reverse

Pressandholdthefast-forwardbutton (▶▶)toadvancethroughatrackathigh speed. Pressandholdthereversebutton(◀◀) to reversethroughatrackathighspeed.

Tracksearch

Pressthetrackupbutton( ▲)oncetoskip forwardtothebeginningofthenextrack. Pressthetrackdownbutton( ▼)onceto skipbacktothebeginningofthecurrent track.

Musiscan

This feature help to find a program by playing about the first 10 second of each track.

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Pressthescanbutton( )duSCANplay tostartscanplayoperation(thetrack numberwillflash). Pressthescanbutton( SCAN)oncecagainto cancelscanplay.

NOTE

If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resumewherescan was selected.

Repeatplay

Thisfeaturemakesitpossibletolistento aselectionrepeatedly.

Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)duringplay. Thecurrentselectionwillberepeated ("RPT"willbedisplayed). Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)onceagain tocancelrepeatplay.

Randomplay

This feature allows the CD player to randomly select the order of the songs.

Presstherandombutton( RDM) during play. Then next selection will be randomly selected ("RDM" will be displayed). Presstherandombutton( RDM) once again to cancel random play.

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▼OperatingtheIn-DashCDChanger

InsertingtheCD

TheCDmustbelabel-sideupwhen inserting. Theauto-loadingmechanism willsettheCDandbeginplay. Therewill beashortlapsebeforeplaybeginswhile theplayerreadsthedigitalsignalsonthe CD.

Thedisnumberandthetracknumber willbedisplayed.

NOTE

ACDcannotbeinsertedwhile the displayreads"WAIT".Abeeping soundcanbeheardduringthiswaiting time.Simultaneouslypressingthe power/volumedialandtheloadbutton (LOAD)forabout2secondswillturnthis beepingsoundONorOFF.

Normalinsertion

1.Presstheloadbutton( LOAD).
2. When "IN" is displayed, insert the CD.

InsertingCDsintodesiredtraynumber

1. Pressandholdtheloadbutton( LOAD) forabout2secondsuntilabeepis heard.
2. Pressthechannelpresetbuttonforthe desiredtraynumberwithin3seconds afterthebeepisheard.
3. When "IN" is displayed, insert the CD.

NOTE

TheCD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if then number is already occupied.

Multipleinsertion

1. Pressandholdtheloadbutton( LOAD) forabout2secondsuntilabeepis heard.
2. Wait3secondsorpresstheloadbutton (LOAD)againwithin3secondsafterthe beepisheard.
3. When "IN" is displayed, insert the CD.
4. When "IN" is displayed again, insert then next CD.

NOTE

The first-inserted CD will be played automatically when:

• NootherCDisinsertedwithin15 secondsafter"IN"isdisplayed.
• TheCDtraysarefull.

EjectingtheCD

Normalejection

1. PresstheCDejectbutton( ▲). Thedisc numberand "DISCOUT" will be displayed.
   2.PullouttheCD.

NOTE

When the CD is subjected during play, the next CD will be played automatically.

EjectingCDsfromdesiredtraynumber

1. PressandholdtheCDejectbutton(▲) forabout2secondsuntilabeepis heard.
2. Pressthechannelpresetbuttonforthe desiredCDnumberwithin3seconds afterthebeepisheard.

3.PullouttheCD.

Multipleejection

1. PressandholdtheCDejectbutton( forabout2secondsuntilabeepis hecard.
2. Wait3secondsorpresstheCDeject button( ▲)againwithin3secondsafter thebeepisheard.
3. PullouttheCD, thenthenextCDwill beejected.

NOTE

• CDswillbeejectedstartingwiththe onewiththelowestnumber.
• AllCDsinthetraywillbeejected continuously.
• CDscanbeejectedwhentheignition switchisoff.PressandholdtheCD ejectbutton( ▲)forabout2seconds andallCDswilleject.

Playing

PresstheCDplaybutton( CD)tostart playwhenaCDisintheunit.
If there isn't a CD in the unit when the CD play button (CD) is pressed, "NODISC" will flash on and off.

Fast-forward/Reverse

Pressandholdthefast-forwardbutton

(▶▶)toadvancethroughatrackathigh speed.

Pressandholdthereversebutton(◀◀) to reversethroughatrackathighspeed.

Tracksearch

Pressthetrackupbutton( ▲)oncetoskip forwardtothebeginningofthenexttrack.

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Pressthetrackdownbutton()on to skipbacktothebeginningofthecurrent track.

Discsearch

Pressthediscupbutton( DISCA)toskip forwardtothebeginningofthenextCD. Pressthediscdownbutton( DISCV) to skipbacktothebeginningoftheprevious CD.

Musiescan

Thisfeaturehelpstofindaprogramby playingaboutthefirst10secondsofeach track.

Pressthescanbutton(SCAN)duringplay tostartscanplayoperation(thetrack numberwillflash). Pressthescanbutton(SCAN)onceagainto cancelscanplay.

NOTE

If the cunitis left in scan, normal play will resumewherescan was selected.

Repeatplay

Thisfeaturemakesitpossibletolistento aselectionrepeatedly.

Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)duringplay. Thecurrentselectionwillberepeated ("RPT"willbedisplayed). Presstherepeatbutton( RPT)onceagain tocancelrepeatplay.

Randomplay

ThisfeatureallowstheCDplayerto randomlyselecttheorderofthesongs.

Presstherandombutton( RDM)during play. Thenextselectionwillberandomly selected("RDM"willbedisplayed).

Presstherandombutton( RDM)onceagain tocancelrandomplay.

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▼ErrorIndications

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.

IndicationCauseSolution
CHECKMD	MDisinsertedupsidedown	InserttheMDproperly.Iftheerrorindicationdoesnotdisappear,consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.
	MDisdefective	InsertanotherMDproperly.Iftheerrorindicationdoesnotdisappear,consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.
CHECKCD	CDisinsertedupsidcdown	InserttheCDproperly.Iftheerrorindicationdoesnotdisappear,consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.
	CDisdefective	InsertanotherCDproperly.Iftheerrorindicationdoesnotdisappear,consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

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AudioControlSwitch Operation(Steering Wheel) \*

NOTE

Mazdainstalledthissystemtohelpyou avoidbeingtoodistractedusingaudio controlsonthedashboard.Always makesafedrivingyourfirstpriority.

▼AdjustingtheVolume

Toincreasethevolume,pressvolume button( +).

Todecreasethevolume,pressvolume button( - ).

▼ChangingtheSource

Pressthemodeswitch()toMODEge theaudiosource(AMradio>FM1 radio>FM2radio>Cassettetapeplayeror MDplayer>CDplayerorCD changer>cyclical).

NOTE

Cassettetape, MD, CD and CD changer modescannotbeselected in the following cases:

• Acassettedeck,MD,CD,orCD changerisnotequippedontheaudio system.
  • Acassettetape, MDorCDhasnot beeninserted.

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▼SeekSwitch

Whenlisteningtotheradio

Presstheseekswitch( ▲,),▼heradio switchestothenext/previousstored stationintheorderthatitwasstored(1—6).

Whenplayingacassettetape

Presstheseekswitch( ▲),release,andit willadvancetothenextselection. Presstheseekswitch( ▼),release,andit willrepcattheselectionbeingplayed.

WhenplayingaCDorMD

Presstheseekswitch(▲)toskiptothe nexttrack. Presstheseekswitch(▼)torepeatthe currenttrack.

▼MuteSwitch

Pressthemuteswitch()oncetomute audio, pressitagaintoresumeaudio output.

InteriorComfort AudioSystem

SafetyCertification

This CDplayerismadeandtestedtomeetexactingsafetystandards.ItmeetsFCC requirementsandcomplieswithsafetyperformancestandardsoftheU.S.DepartmentofHealthandHumanServices.

CAUTION

• ThisCDplayers should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• Useofcontrolsoradjustmentsorperformanceofproceduresotherthanthose specifiedhereinmayresultinhazardouslaserexposure.NeveroperatetheCDplayer withthetopcascoftheunitremoved.
• Changesormodificationsnotexpresslyapprovedbythepartyresponsiblefor compliancecouldvoidtheuser'sauthoritytooperatethisequipment.

NOTE

ForCDplayersection: Thisdevicecomplieswithpart15oftheFCCRules.Operationissubjecttothe followingtwoconditions:(1)Thisdevicemaynotcauseharmfulinterference,and(2) thisdevicemustacceptanyinterferencereceived,includinginterferencethatmaycause undesiredoperation.

NOTE

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference or radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in particular installation.

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

Sunvisors

Whenyouneedasunvisor,loweritfor useinfrontorswingittotheside.

▼VanityMirrors

Tousethevanitymirror, lowerthe sunvisor.

Thevanitymirrorlightwillilluminate whenyouopenthecover.

InteriorLights

▼IlluminatedEntrySystem

When the illuminated entransystem operates, the overhead light (switch in the DOOR position) and the courtesy lightsturnon for:

• About30secondsafterthedriver's doorisunlockedandtheignitionkeyis removed.
• About 15 seconds after all doors are closed.
• About 15 seconds after the key is removed from the ignition with all doors closed.

Thelightalsoturnsoffwhen:

• TheignitionswitchisturnedtotheON positionandalldoorsareclosed.
• Thedriver'sdoorislocked.

NOTE

Ifanydoorisleftopened,thelightgoes outafterabout5minutes.

Thelightturnsonagainwhenthe ignitionswitchisturnedtotheON position,orwhenanydoorisopened afteralldoorshavebeenclosed.

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

▼OverheadLights

Front

Withmoonroof

Withoutmoonroof

Switch Position	FrontOverheadLights
OFFLightoff
DOOR	· Lightonwhenanydoorisopen· Lightonoroffwhenthe illuminatedentrysystemison

Rear

Switch Position	RearOverheadLights
OFFLightoff
DOOR	· Lightonwhenanydoorisopen · Lightonoroffwhenthe illuminatedentrysystemison

▼MapLights

Themaplightsareswitchedonoroffby pressingtheswitches.

Front

Withmoonroof

Pure diagram of a device layout with arrows indicating direction, no text or symbols present

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InteriorEquipment

Withoutmoonroof

Diagram of a device with two arrows pointing to a component, no text or symbols present

Rear

Diagram of a door with two doors and directional arrows indicating movement (no text or symbols)

▼LuggageCompartmentLight Hatchback

Switch Position	LuggageCompartmentLight
OFFLightoff
ONLightonwhenthechatchisopen

Wagon

Switch Position	LuggageCompartmentLight
OFFLightoff
DOORLightonwhenthelifgateisopen

▼CourtesyLights

Turnsonwhenanydoorisopenorthe illuminatedentrysystemison.

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

InformationDisplay

▼InformationDisplayFunctions

The information display has the following functions:

• Clock
• AmbientTemperatureDisplay(OutsideTemperatureDisplay)
• ClimateControlDisplay
• AudioDisplay
• DisplayDimmerCancelFunction

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InteriorEquipment

▼Clock

WhentheignitionswitchisintheACCor ONposition, thetimeisdisplayed.

Timesetting

1. PresstheCLOCKbuttonuntilabeep sounds, and "12Hr" and "24Hr" will be displayed.
   2.PresstheSETbuttontoswitchbetween "12Hr" and "24Hr" displays. The selecteddisplaywillflash. Toselectthedesiredclocksetting, presstheCLOCKbuttonagainwhile thepreferredsettingisflashing.
   3."Hr.ADJUST"willbedisplayednext, andthehourportionofthedisplaywill flash.PresstheSETbuttontoseth the hour,thenpresstheCLOCKbutton.
2. "Min.ADJUST" will be displayed next, and the minutes portion of the display will flash. Pressthe SET button to set them minutes, then press the CLOCK button.

Timeresetting

While the clock is displayed, press the SET button 1.5 seconds more. When the button is released, abepwillsound 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 secondsareresetto "00".

▼AmbientTemperatureDisplay

WhentheignitionswitchisintheON position, presstheAMBbuttontodisplay theambienttemperature.

NOTE

• Thedisplayedambienttemperature may vary from the actual ambient temperature depending on the surrounding area and vehicle conditions.
• PresstheAMBbutton2secondsor moretoswitchthedisplayfrom Fahrenheit to Centigrade corvice versa.
• (Withfullyautomaticclimate controlsystem)

PresstheAMBbuttonagain to switchthedisplayfromambient temperaturetothetemperatureset fortheairconditioner.

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

▼ClimateControlDisplay

Theclimatecontrolsystemstatusis displayed. Tooperatheclimatecontrol system, referto "ClimateControlSystem" (page6-2).

▼AudioDisplay

Theaudiosystemstatusisdisplayed. To operatetheaudiosystem, refer to "Audio System" (page6-16).

▼DisplayDimmerCancelFunction

Whendrivingatnightonsnowyorfoggy roads,orinothersituationswhenthe display'svisibilityisreducedductoglare fromsurroundingbrightness,thedisplay dimmercancelfunctionincreases the intensityofthedisplayillumination. Thedisplaydimmercancelfunctioncan beusedwhentheheadlightswitchisin the opaStion.

PresstheDIMMERbuttontoincrease the intensity of the displayillumination. Pressthebuttonagain to return to the previous displayillumination.

Lighter

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheACC orONposition.

1. Openthecover.

Line drawing of a car air intake manifold with circular ventricles and a directional arrow (no text or symbols)

1. Pressthelighterinandreleaseit. When readyforuse, itautomaticallypopsout.

Line drawing of a car air intake manifold with circular ventricles and a black arrow pointing to the component (no text or symbols)

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

CAUTION

• Don'ttouchthemetalpartofthe lighter,youmayburnyourself.
• Don'tholdthelighterinbecauseit willoverheat.
• Don'tusethelightersocketforplug-inaccessories such asshavers and coffecpots. They may damageitor cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent.
• If the lighter doesn't popout within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.

Ashtray

CAUTION

Don'tusetheashtrayfortrash. You mightstartafire.

Touse, openthecover.

Diagram of a car air intake manifold with circular ventricles and a directional arrow (no text or symbols)

Toremove, openthecoverandpullupthe ashtray.

Diagram of a car air intake manifold with circular ventricles and a black arrow indicating direction (no text or labels)

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

CupHolder

WARNING

UsingCupHolder: Usingacupholdertoholdhotliquids whilethevehicleismovingis dangerous.Ifthecontentsspill,you couldbescalded.Neveruseacup holdertoholdhotliquidswhilethe vehicleismoving.

Don'tPutAnythingOtherThanCups orDrinkcansinCupHolder: Puttingobjectsotherthancupsor drinkcansinacupholderis dangerous. Duringsuddenbrakingor maneuvering,occupantscouldbehit andinjured,orobjectscouldbe thrownaroundthevehicle,causing interferencewiththedriverandthe possibilityofanaccident.Onlyusea cupholderforcupsordrinkcans.

CAUTION

Toreducethepossibilityofinjuryinan accidentorasuddenstop,keepcup holdersclosedwhennotinuse.

▼Front

Tousethecupholder,openthecenter consolebypassingthelowercenterpart ofitscover.

Line drawing of a hand pressing down on a car intake tray with a black downward arrow (no text or symbols)

▼Rear

Therearcupholderisontherearecenter armrest.

Line drawing of a car interior showing a hand holding a black arrow pointing to a sink (no text or symbols)

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InteriorEquipment

BottleHolder

Bottleholdersareontheinsideofthe frontdoors.

CAUTION

Don't usethebottleholders for containers without caps. The contents may spill whent hedo or is opened or closed.

StorageCompartments

WARNING

OpenStorageBoxes:

Drivingwiththestorageboxesopenis dangerous. Toreducethepossibility of injuryinanaccidentorasuddenstop, keepthestorageboxesclosedwhen driving.

CAUTION

Don'tleaveeyeglassesorlightersinthe storageboxeswhileparkedunderthe sun. Alightercouldexplodeorthe plasticmaterialinecglassescould deformandcrackfromhigh temperature.

▼OverheadConsole

Thisconsoleboxisdesignedtostore eyeglassesorotheraccessories. Pushandreleasetoopen.

Diagram of a car dashboard with no text or symbols, showing layout and control panel (no readable text or labels)

InteriorComfort

InteriorEquipment

▼StoragePocket

Toopen, pushthereleasecatchdown and pulltheliddownward.

Line drawing of a car interior showing a door handle and seat with a downward arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

▼CenterBoxwithLid

Touse, pulltheknob, andthelidopens automatically.

▼GloveBox

Toopentheglovebox, pullthelatch toward you.

Insertthemasterkeyandturnitclockwise tolock,counterclockwisetounlock.

▼CenterConsole

Toopen, pullthelowerreleasecatch.

Diagram of car seatbelt mechanism showing left and right side views with directional arrows (no text or symbols)

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InteriorEquipment

Smallitemscanbeplacedinthetrayof thecenterconsolelid. Toopenit, pulltheupperreleasecatch.

Line drawing of a car seatbelt with an inset showing the seatbelt being inserted (no text or symbols present)

▼StorageBox(Hatchback/Wagon)

Toopen, turntheknobsandremovethe cover.

Luggagecompartment,rightside

Luggagecompartment,leftside

▼CargoSecuringLoops (Hatchback/Wagon)

WARNING

NotSecuringLuggageandCargo: Notsecuringcargowhiledrivingis dangerousasitcouldmoveorbe crushedduringsuddenbrakingora collisionandcauseinjury.Makesure luggageandcargoissecuredbefore driving.

Usetheloopsintheluggagecompartment tosecurecargowitharopeornet. The tensilestrengthoftheloopsis196N(20 kgf,44lbf).Donotapplyexcessiveforce totheloopsasitwilldamagethem.

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InteriorEquipment

Hatchback

Diagram of a car rear seatbelt with directional arrows indicating movement, plus an inset showing a belt switch (no text or symbols)

Wagon

Diagram of a car backrest with directional arrows indicating movement, and an inset showing a slot (no text or symbols)

▼CargoSub-Compartment (Wagon)

Tousethecargosub-compartment, removetrunkboardAandopentrunk boardB.

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InteriorEquipment

AccessorySocket

TheignitionswitchmustbeintheACC orONposition.

OnlyusegenuineMazdaaccessoriesor theequivalentrequiringnogreaterthan 120W(DC12V,10A).

Technical line drawing of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

CAUTION

Topreventaccessorysocketdamageor electricalfailure, payattentiontothe following:

• Don'tuseaccessoriesthatrequire morethan120W(DC12V,10A).
• Don't use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent.
• Closethecoverwhentheaccessory socketisnotinuse.
• Correctlyinserttheplugintothe accessorysocket.

NOTE

Topreventdischargingthebattery,don't usethesocketforlongperiodswiththe engineofforidling.

Whenplacinganelectricaldevice(e.g. cellularphone)inthetraywhichis connectedwiththeaccessorysocket,pass theplugcordthroughtheslotinthecap.

1. Opentheliid by pulling the upper release catch.
2. Removethetraymat.
3. Usingacoin,turnthecap counterclockwise(about45°fromthe closedposition)andremoveit.

1. Openthetry by pulling the lower release catch.

InteriorComfort InteriorEquipment

1. Passtheplugcordthroughtheholeof thetrayandinsertthepluginthe socket.

1. Makesuretheplugcordisrunning throughthecapslot;reinstallthecap andturnitclockwise(about45°tothe openedposition).

1. Settheplugcordintotheslitofthetray matandreplacethetraymat.

Diagram showing a car seatbelt mechanism with a handle and arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

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7 InCaseofanEmergency

Helpfulinformationonwhattodoinanemergency.

ParkinginanEmergency....7-2 ParkinginanEmergency....7-2

Flat Tire .... 7-3 SpareTireandToolStorage....7-3 ChangingaFlatTire....7-8

Overheating....7-14 Overheating....7-14

EmergencyStarting....7-16 StartingaFloodedEngine....7-16 Jump-Starting....7-17 Push-Starting....7-19

Emergency Towing....7-20 Towing Description....7-20 Recreational Towing....7-21

InCaseofanEmergency

ParkinginanEmergency

ParkinginanEmergency

Thehazardwarninglightsshouldalways beusedwhenyoustoponornecara roadway.

Thehazardwarninglightswarnother driversthatyourvehicleleisatraffichazard andthattheymusttakcextremec caution whennearit.

Depressthehazardwarningflasherandall fourturnsignalswillflash.

NOTE

• Theturnsignalsdon'tworkwhenthe hazardwarninglightsareon.
• Checklocalregulationsabouttheuse ofhazardwarninglightswhilethe vehiclecisbeingtowed. They may forbidit.

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InCaseofanEmergency

FlatTire

SpareTireandToolStorage

Sparetireandtoolsarestoredinthelocationsillustratedinthediagram.

Sedan/Hatchback

Wagon

InCaseofanEmergency

FlatTire

▼Jack

Toremovethejack

(Sedan)

1. Removethejackcontainerlid.

Line drawing of a mechanical component with a curved arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

1. Turnthewingboltcounterclockwise.

(Hatchback/Wagon)

1. Turntheknobandremovethecover.

Simple line drawing of a hand holding a curved object with circular elements, no text or symbols present

1. Removethejackcontainerlid.

Line drawing of a mechanical component with a curved arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

1. Turnthewingboltcounterclockwise.

Tosecurethejack

Performtheremovalprocedureinreverse.

InCaseofanEmergency

FlatTire

▼SpareTire

YourMazdahasatemporarysparetire.

Thetemporaryspareislighterandsmaller thanaconventionaltire, and is designed only foremergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods.

TemporarysparesshouldNEVERbeused forlongdrivesorextendedperiods.

WARNING

Drivingwitha TemporarySpare Tire onIceorSnow: Drivingwithasparetireonthefront (driving)wheelsoniceorsnowis dangerous. Handlingwillbeaffected. Youcouldlosecontrolofthevehicle andhaveanaccident. Putthespare tireontherearaxleandmovea regulartiretothefront.

CAUTION

Toavoiddamagetothetemporary spareortothevehicle,observethe followingprecautions:

• Don't exceed 80km/h (50mph).
• Avoiddrivingoverobstacles. Also, don't drivethroughanautomaticcar wash. Thistire'sdiameterissmaller thanaconventionaltire, sothe groundclearanceisreducedabout43 mm(1.7in).
• Donotusetirechainsonanytypeof tire,includingthesparetire.
• Don'tuseyourtemporaryspareon anyothervehicle,ithasbeen designedonlyforyourMazda.
• Useonlyonetemporarysparetireon yourvehicleatthesametime.

Toremovethesparetire

(Sedan)

1. Removethetrunkboard.

InCaseofanEmergency FlatTire

2. Turnthetirewingbolt counterclockwise.

(Hatchback)

1. For vehicle equipped with asub-woofer, uncouple the connector.

NOTE

Extrastrengthmayberequiredto uncoupletheconnector.Besureto squeezeethetabfirmly. Ifuncouplingisverydifficult,remove thewiringfromthegrooveinthetrunk board.Then,pullthedriver'ssideofthe trunkboarduptoremovethesparetire.

2. Removethetrunkboard.

1. For vehiclesequipped with asub-woofer, loosenthewingbolt and removethewooferandsparetire.

For vehicles note equipped with asub-woofer, loosenthehold-downbolt and removethesparetire.

InCaseofanEmergency FlatTire

(Wagon)

1. RemovetrunkboardAandopentrunk boardB.

1. For vehicle equipped with acargo sub-compartment, removethe cargo sub-compartment.

1. For vehiclesequipped with asub-woofer, loosenthewing bolt and removethewoferandsparetire.

Forvehiclesnotequippedwithasub- woofer,loosenthehold-downboltand removethesparetire.

NOTE

Forvehiclesequippedwithasub- woofer,putthesub-wooferontheleft sideoftheluggageccompartmentwhen removingthesparetire.

Tosecurethesparetire

Performtheremovalprocedureinreverse.

InCaseofanEmergency

FlatTire

ChangingaFlatTire

NOTE

If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flattire.

• Steeringbecomesdifficult.
• The vehicle beginstovibrate excessively.
• The vehicle pulls in one direction.

If you have a flattire, drives lowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire. Stopping in traffic or on the should be a busy road is dangerous.

WARNING

JackingaVehicle:

Changingatireisdangerousifnot doneproperly. Thevehiclecanslipoff thejackandseriouslyinjuresomeone. Besuretofollowthedirectionsfor changingatire,andnevergetundera vehiclethatissupportedonlybya jack.

Passengerin Vehicle Supported by a Jack:

Allowingsomeonetoremainina vehiclesupportedbyajackis dangerous. Theoccupantcouldcause thevehicletofallresultinginserious injury. Neverallowanyoneinsidea vehiclesupportedbyajack.

NOTE

Makesurethejackiswelllubricated beforeusingit.

1. Parkonalevelsurfaceofftheright-of-wayandfirmlysettheparkingbrake.
2. Putvehiclewithanautomatic transaxleinPark(P), amanual transaxleinReverse(R) or 1, and turn off the engine.
3. Turnonthehazardwarningflasher.
   4.Haveeveryonegetoutofthevehicle andawayfromthevehicleandtraffic.
4. Removethejack, tool, and spare tire (page 7-3).
5. Blockthewheeldiagonallyopposite theflattire. Whenblockingawheel, placeablockbothinfrontandbehind thetire.

Simple line drawing of a car with four wheels and a visible tire, no text or symbols present.

NOTE

Whenblockingatire,userocksor woodblocksofsufficientsizetohold thetireinplace.

InCaseofanEmergency FlatTire

▼RemovingaFlatTire

1. If your vehicle is equipped with a wheelcover, prying the wheel cover with the beveled end of the lug wrench.

NOTE

Forcetheendofthelugwrenchfirmly betweenwheelandcover,orremoval willbedifficult.

CAUTION

Alignthenotchonthewheelcover withthevalvestemwheninstallingit.

Damagecouldoccurduringinstallation ifthewheelcoverisnotproperly aligned.

1. Loosenthelugnutsbyturningthem counterclockwiseoneturneach, but don'tremoveanylugnutsuntilthetire hasbeenraisedofftheground.

Diagram of a car tire with a lever mechanism, showing no text or symbols

1. Placethejackunderthejacking positionclosesttothetirebeing changed.

InCaseofanEmergency

FlatTire

WARNING

IncorrectJackingPosition: Attemptingtojackthevehiclein positionsotherthanthose recommendedinthismanualis dangerous. Thevehiclecouldslipoff thejackandseriouslyinjureoreven killsomeone. Useonlythefrontand rearjackingpositionsrecommended inthismanual.

ImproperJack: Usingajackthatisn'tdesignedfor yourMazdaisdangerous. Thevehicle couldslipoffthejackandseriously injuresomeone. Useonlythejack providedwithyourMazda.

PlacingObjectsUndertheJack: Jackingthevehiclewithanobject underthejackisdangerous. Thejack couldslipandsomeonecouldbe seriouslyinjuredbythejackorthe fallingvehicle.Neverplaceobjects underthejack.

1. Insertthelugwrenchintothejack.

2. Turnthelugwrenchclockwise and raisethevehiclehighenoughsothat thesparetirecanbeinstalled. Before removingthelugnuts, makesureyour Mazdaisfirmlyinpositionandthatit cannotslipormove.

Mechanical diagram showing a lever mechanism with curved arrows indicating motion or force direction (no text or symbols)

1. Removethelugnutsbyturningthem counterclockwise; thenremovethe wheel.

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InCaseofanEmergency FlatTire

▼LockingLugNuts \*

If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheelugnuts, one each wheel will lock the tires and you must use as special key to unlock them. This key is attached to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire. Register them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in the glove box and mailing it in the accompanying envelope. If you lose your key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or set the lock manufacturer's order form, which is with the registration card.

Toremoveanantitheftlugnut

1. Getthekeyforthelockinglugnut.
2. Placeitontopofthenut, and besure toholdthekeysquaretoit. If you hold the key at an angle, you may damage both key and nut. Don't use a power impact wrench.
3. Placethelugwrenchontopofthekey andapplypressure.Turnthewrench counterclockwise.

Toreplacethenut

1. Placethekeyontopofthenut.
2. Placethelugwrenchontopofthekey, applypressure,andturnitclockwise.

▼MountingtheSpareTire

1. Removedirtandgrimefromthe mountingsurfacesofthewheeland hub,includingthehubbolts,witha cloth.

Illustration showing two hands adjusting a tire and brake disc (no text or symbols)

WARNING

RemovingDirtandGrimefrom Wheels,HubsandHubBolts: Whenchangingorreplacingatire, notremovingdirtandgrimefromthe mountingsurfacesofthewheel,hub andhubboltisdangerous. Thelug nutscouldloosenwhiledrivingand causethetiretomeoff,resultingin anaccident.Makesurethemounting surfacesofthewheel,hubandlug nutsarecleanbeforechangingor replacingtires.

1. Mountthesparetire.

InCaseofanEmergency FlatTire

1. Install the lugnut with the beveled edge inward; tightenthem by hand.

Diagram showing a hand using a tool to adjust or install a tire, with an inset close-up of the mechanical component (no text or symbols present)

WARNING

Don't ApplyOilorGreasetoLug Nuts, Bolts: Applyingoilorgreasetolugnutsand boltsisdangerous. Thelugnutscould loosenwhiledrivingandausethetire tocomeoff, resultinginanaccident. Inaddition, lugnutsandboltscould bedamagediftightenedmorethan necessary. Donotapplyoilorgrease tolugnutsandboltsanddonot tightenthelugnutsbeyondthe recommendedtighteningtorque.

1. Turnthelugwrenchcounterclockwise andlowerthevehicle. Usethelug wrenchtotightenthenutsinthecorder shown.

If you're unsure of how tight then nuts should be, havetheminspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

LooseLugNuts: Improperlyorlooselytightenedlug nutsaredangerous. Thewheelcould wobbleorcomeoff. Thiscouldresult inlossofvehiclecontrolandcausea seriousaccident.Alwayssecurelyand correctlytightenthelugnuts.

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InCaseofanEmergency FlatTire

WARNING

MetricStudsandLugNuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazdahavemetric threads, using anon-metricnutis dangerous. On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the test, which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident. Besureto reinstall the same nuts you removed or replace them with metric nut so the same configuration.

IncorrectTireAirPressure: Drivingontireswithincorrectair pressureisdangerous. Tireswith incorrectpressurecouldaffect handlingandresultinanaccident. Don'tdrivewithanytiresthathave incorrectairpressure. Whenyou checktheregulartires'airpressure, checkthesparetire,too.

1. Storethedamaged tire, using the tire hold-down bolt to hold it in place. Havethedamaged tirerepaired as soon as possible.

Without sub-woofer

With sub-woofer

NOTE

(Hatchbackwithsub-woofer)

Whenstoringadamagedconventional tireintheluggagecompartment,the sub-woofercanbestoredinitsoriginal position,however,thesub-woofer connectoronthetrunkboardcannotbe connected.

NOTE

Topreventthejackandtoolfrom rattling,storethemproperly.

InCaseofanEmergency

Overheating

Overheating

If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle closes power, or you hear aloud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot.

WARNING

CoolingFanandEngine

Inspection:

Inspectingtheenginewiththeignition switchintheONpositionis dangerous. Thecoolingfancouldturn onunexpectedlyevenwhentheengine isn'trunning. Youcouldbeseriously injuredbythefan. Turntheignition switchoffandremovethekeyfromthe ignitionswitchwhenyouinspectthe engine.

CoolingSystemCaps:

Whentheengineandradiatorarehot, scaldingcoolantandsteammayshoot outunderpressureandcauseserious injury. Don'tremoveeithercooling systemcapwhentheengineand radiatorarehot.

SteamfromOverheatedEngine: Steamfromanoverheatedengineis dangerous. Theescapingsteamcould seriouslyburnyou. Openthehood ONLYaftersteamisnolonger escapingfromtheengine.

If the temperature gauge indicates overheating:

1. Drivesafelytothesideoftheroadand parkofftheright-of-way.
2. Putvehiclewithanautomatic transaxleinpark(P), amanual transaxleinneutral. Apply the parking brake.
3. Turnofftheairconditioner.
4. Check whether coolantorsteamis escaping from under the hood or from the engine compartment. If steam is coming from the engine compartment: Don't gone at the front of the vehicle. Stop the engine. Wait until the steam dissipates, then open the hood and start the engine. If neither coolant nor steam is escaping: Open the hood and did the engine until it cools.

CAUTION

If the cooling fand does not operate while the engine is running, the engine temperature will increase. Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

1. Makesurethecoolingfanisoperating, thenturnofftheengineafterthe temperaturehasdecreased.
2. Whencool, check the coolant level. If it'slow, look for coolant leaks from theradiator and hoses.

InCaseofanEmergency Overheating

If you find aleak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking:

StoptheengineandcallanAuthorized MazdaDealer.

2.3-liter engine

If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious:

cool.andnoleaksareobvious: Carefullyaddcoolantasrequired(page 8-12).

CAUTION

If the engine continuous overheator frequently overheats, havethe cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer.

InCaseofanEmergency

EmergencyStarting

StartingaFloodedEngine

Iftheenginefailstostart, itmaybe flooded (excessivefuelinthecengine).

Followthisprocedure:

1. Depresstheacceleratorallthewayand holditthere.
2. TurntheignitionswitchtotheSTART positionandholditthere—forupto10 seconds. Iftheenginestarts, releasethe keyandacceleratorimmediately because the engine willsuddenly rev up.
3. If the engine fail to start, crank it without depressing the accelerator—for up to 10 seconds.

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Jump-Starting

Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. Sofollow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician and the work.

WARNING

EyeProtection:

Workingwithouteyeprotectionisdangerous.BatteryfluidcontainsSULFURIC ACIDwhichcouldcauseblindnessifsplashedintoinyoureyes.Also,hydrogengas producedduringnormalbatteryoperation,couldigniteandcausethebatteryto explode.Alwaysweareyeprotectionwhenworkingnearthebattery.

SpilledBatteryFluid:

Spilledbatteryfluidisdangerous.

BatteryfluidcontainsSULFURICACIDwhichcouldcauseseriousinjuriesifitgets ineyes,skinorclothing.Ifthishappens,immediatelyflushyoureyeswithwaterfor 15minutesorwashyourskinthoroughlyandgetmedicalattention.Weareye protectionandprotectiveglovestopreventcontactwithbatteryfluid.

ChildrenandBatteries:

Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin. Always keep batteries out of the reach of children.

KeepFlamesAway:

Flamesandsparksnearopenbatterycellsaredangerous. Hydrogengas, produced duringnormalbatteryoperation,couldigniteandcausethebatterytoexplode. An explodingbatterycancauseserioseribshurnsandinjuries. Keepallflamesincluding cigarettesandsparksawayfromopenbatterycells. Whenworkingnearabattery,do notallowmetaltoolstocontactthepositive( + )ornegative()terminalofthebattery. Donotallowthepositive( + )terminaltocontactthevehiclebody.

Battery-RelatedExplosion:

Flamesandsparksnearopenbatterycellsaredangerous. Hydrogengas, produced duringnormalbatteryoperation, couldigniteandcausethebatterytoexplode. An explodingbatterycancauseseriousburnsandinjuries. Keepallflames, including cigarettes, andsparksawayfromopenbatterycells.

InCaseofanEmergency

EmergencyStarting

WARNING

LowFluidLevelorFrozenBattery:

Jump-startingafrozenbatteryoronewithalowfluidlevelisdangerous. It may ruptureorexplode, causingserious injury.

Don'tjump-startafrozenbatteryoronewithalowfluidlevel.

ConnectingtoNegativeTerminal:

Connectingtheendofthesecondcabletothenegative( —)terminalofthedischarged batteryisdangerous.

Asparkcouldcausethegasaroundthebatterytoexplodeandinjuresomeone.

Connectthecabletoapointawayfromthebattery.

ConnectingJumperCabletoMovingParts:

Connectingajumpercablenearortomovingparts(coolingfans,belts)isdangerous.

Thecablecouldgetcaughtwhentheenginestartsandcauseseriousinjury.Never connectajumpercabletoornearanypartthatmoves.

CAUTION

Useonlya12Vboostersystem. Youcandamagea12Vstarter,ignitionsystem,and otherelectricalpartsbeyondrepairwitha24Vpowersupply(two12Vbatteriesin seriesora24Vmotorgeneratorset).

1. Makesuretheboosterbatteryis 12V and that its negativeterminalis grounded.

2. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, don't allow the vehicle to touch. Turnoff the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both vehicles.

3. Connect the jumpercables in the exact sequence as in the illustration.

- Connectoneendofacabletothe positiveterminalonthedischarged battery(1).

- Attachtheotherendtothepositive terminalontheboosterbattery(2).

- Connectoneendoftheothercable tothenegativeterminalofthe boosterbattery(3).

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- Connecttheotherendtoasolid, stationary, exposedmetallicpoint (forexample, thestrutmounting bolt) away from the discharged battery(4).

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes. Then start the engine of the other vehicle.
2. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in thereverse order described in Step3.

Push-Starting

WARNING

TowingaVehicletoStartIt: Towingavehicletostartitis dangerous. Thevehiclebeingtowed couldsurgeforwardwhenitsengine starts, causingthetwovehiclesto collide. Theoccupantscouldbe injured. Nevertowavehicletostartit.

Youcan'tstartvehiclewithanautomatic transaxlebypushingit.

CAUTION

Youshouldn'tpush-startvehiclethat hasamanualtransaxle.Itcandamage theemissioncontrolsystem.

InCaseofanEmergency

Emergency Towing

TowingDescription

Werecommendthattowingbedoneonly byanAuthorizedMazdaDealerora commercialtow-truckservice.

Properlifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local law must be followed.

Atowedvehicleusuallyshouldhaveits frontwheelsofftheground.Ifexcessive damageorotherconditionspreventthis, usewheeldollies.

Whentowingwiththerearwheelsonthe ground, releasetheparkingbrake.

CAUTION

Don'ttowthevehiclepointedbackward withdrivingwheelsontheground. This maycauseinternaldamagetothe transaxle.

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CAUTION

Don'ttowwithsling-typeequipment. Thiscoulddamageyourvehicle.Use wheel-liftorflatbedequipment.

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InCaseofanEmergency

Emergency Towing

CAUTION

Donotusethehooksundertherear bumperfortowingandtyingdown,as theycannotholdtheloadanditwill damagethebumper.

Recreational Towing

Anexampleof"recreationaltowing"is towingyourvehiclebehindamotorhome. Thetransaxleisnotdesignedfortowing thisvehicleconall4wheels. Whendoingrecreationaltowingrefer to "TowingDescription"(page7-20)and carefullyfollowtheinstructions.

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8 MaintenanceandCare

HowtokeepyourMazdaintopcondition.

Introduction....8-2

Introduction....8-2

ScheduledMaintenance....8-3

ScheduledMaintenance....8-3

OwnerMaintenance....8-7

OwnerMaintenanceSchedule....8-7

OwnerMaintenancePrecautions....8-8

EngineCompartmentOverview....8-9

EngineOil....8-10

EngineCoolant....8-12

Brake/ClutchFluid....8-15

PowerSteeringFluid....8-16

AutomaticTransaxleFluid(ATF)....8-17

WasherFluid....8-18

BodyLubrication....8-19

AirFilter 8-20

WiperBlades....8-21

Battery....8-26

Tires....8-27

LightBulbs....8-31

Fuses....8-38

AppearanceCare....8-43

HowtoMinimizeEnvironmentalPaintDamage....8-43

Beextremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others, to 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 reliable and qualified services shopper perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Factory-trained MazdatechniciansandgenuineMazdapartsarcebestforyourvehicle. Without this expertise and the part that have been designed and made especially for your Mazda, inadequate, incomplete, and insufficient servicing may result in problems. This could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries.

Forexpertadviceandqualityservice,consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

The owners should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as prescribed.

Claimsagainstthewarrantyresultingfromlackofmaintenance,asopposedtodefective materialsorauthorizedMazdaworkmanship,willnotbehonored.

AnyautorepairshopusingpartsequivalenttoyourMazda'soriginalequipmentmay performmaintenance.ButwerecommendthatitalwaysbedonebyanAuthorized MazdaDealerusinggenuineMazdaparts.

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ScheduledMaintenance

ScheduledMaintenance

FollowSchedule1ifthevehicleisoperatedmainlywherenoneofthefollowingconditions apply.

Ifanydoapply, followSchedule2(CanadaandPuertoRicoresidentsfollowSchedule2).

• Repeatedshort-distancedriving
- Driving industry conditions
- Drivingwithextendeduseofbrakes
- Drivinginareaswheresaltorothercorrosivematerialsarebeingused
- Drivingonroughormuddyroads
- Extendedperiodsofidlingorlow-speedoperation
- Drivingforlongperiodsincoldtemperaturesorextremelyhumidclimates

NOTE

After the prescribed period, continuetofollowthedescribedmaintenanceatthe recommended intervals.

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Scheduled Maintenance

▼Schedule1

MaintenanceInterval	Numberofmonthsorkilometers(miles),whichevercomesfirst
	Months612	182430	364248
	×1000km122	436486	0728496
	×1000miles7.5	1522.5	3037.5	4552.560
ENGINE
Drivebelts(tension)	2.3-literengine
	3.0-literengine
Engincvalveclearance(2.3-literengine)		Audibleinspectevery120,000km(75,000miles),ifnoisy,adjust
Engine oil		R	R	R	R	R	R	R
Engine oil filter		R	R	R	R	R	R	R
COOLINGSYSTEM
Coolingsystem					II
Enginccoolant		Replaceatfirst168,000km(105,000miles)or60months;afterthat,every48,000km(30,000miles)or24months
FUELSYSTEM
Airfilter						R
Fuellinesandhoses *1					I			I
Hosesandtubesforemission *1								I
IGNITIONSYSTEM
Sparkplugs		Replaceevery120,000km(75,000miles)
CHASSISandBODY
Brakelines,hosesandconnections					II
Disc brakes			I		I		I	I
Tire(Rotation)		Rotateevery12,000km(7,500miles)
Steeringoperationandlinkages					II
Frontsuspensionballjoints					II
Driveshaftdustboots					II
Exhaustsystemandheatshields		Inspectevery72,000km(45,000miles)or60months
All locks and hinges		L	L	L	L	L	L	L
AIRCONDITIONERSYSTEM(ifinstalled)
Cabinairfilter		Replaceevery40,000kms(25,000miles)or24months

Chartsymbols

I: Inspectandrepair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.

R:Replace

L:Lubricate

Remarks

*1: According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not voidyouremissionswarranties. However, Mazdarecommendsthatallmaintenanceservicesbeperformedat therecommendedtimeormileage/kilometerperiodtoensurelong-termreliability.

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Scheduled Maintenance

▼Schedule2

MaintenanceInterval

Numberofmonthsorkilometers(miles),whichevercomesfirst

Months4812162024283236404448

×1000km81624324048566472808896

×1000milcs51015202530354045505560

ENGINE

Drivebelts(tension)

2.3-literengineI

3.0-literengineII

Enginevalvcclearance(2.3-literengine)Audibcinspectevery120,000km(75,000miles),ifnoisy,adjust

Engineoil

PucrtoRicoReplaccevery5,000km(3,000miles)or3months

Others

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

Engine oil filter

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

R

COOLINGSYSTEM

Coolingsystem

II

Enginecoolant

Replaccatfirst168,000km(105,000miles)or60months;afterthat,every48,000km(30,000miles)or24months

Engine coolant level

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

FUELSYSTEM

Airfilter

PuertoRico

R

R

Others

R

Fuellinesandhoses*1

I

I

Hosesandtubesforemission*1

I

IGNITIONSYSTEM

Sparkplugs

USA

Replaceevery96,000km(60,000miles)

Others*2

Replaceevery120,000km(75,000miles)

ELECTRICALSYSTEM

Function of all lights

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

CHASSISandBODY

Brakelines,hosesandconnections

II

Brake and clutch fluid level

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Discbrakes

III

Tire(Rotation)

Rotateevery8,000km(5,000miles)

Tire inflation pressure and tire wear

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Steeringoperationandlinkages

II

Power steering fluid level

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

Frontsuspensionballjoints

II

Driveshaftdustboots

II

Exhaustsystemandheatshields

Inspectevery72,000km(45,000miles)or60months

Allocksandhinges

I.I.I.I

I.I.I.I

I.I.I.I

I.I.I.

Washer fluid level

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

I

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ScheduledMaintenance

MaintenanceInterval	Numberofmonthsorkilometers(miles),whichevercomesfirst
	Months4812162024283236404448
	×1000km81624324048566472808896
	×1000miles51015202530354045505560
AIRCONDITIONERSYSTEM(ifinstalled)
CabinairfilterReplaceevery40,000kms(25,000miles)or24months

Chartsymbols

1:Inspectandrepair,clean,adjust,orreplaceifnecessary.

R:Replace

L:Lubricate

Remarks

*1: According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance of these items will not void your commissions warranties. However, Mazdar recommend that all main maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or millcage kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.

*2: If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, changethesparkplugsevery 96,000 km (60,000 miles) or shorter.

a) Repeated short-distanced driving

b) Extended period so fidling or low-speed operation

c) Driving for long periods in cold temperatures are extremely humid climates

MaintenanceandCare

OwnerMaintenance

OwnerMaintenanceSchedule

The owneroraqualified servicetechnicians should makethese vehicle inspections at the indicated interval stoensuresafeanddependable operation.

BringanyproblemtotheattentionofanAuthorizedMazdaDealerorqualifiedservice technicianassoonaspossible.

▼WhenRefueling

• Brakeandclutchfluidlevel(page8-15)
  • Enginecoolantlevel(page8-12)
  • Engineoillevel(page8-10)
• Washerfluidlevel(page8-18)

▼AtLeastMonthly

Tireinflationpressures(page8-28)

▼AtLeastTwiceaYear(ForExample, EverySpringandFall)

• Automatictransaxlefluidlevel(page8-17)
• Powersteeringfluidlevel(page8-16)
Youcandothefollowingscheduledmaintenanceitemsifyouhavesomemechanical abilityandafewbasictoolsandifyoucloselyfollowthedirectionsinthismanual.
- Airfilter(page8-20)
• Enginecoolant(page8-12)
- Engineoil(page8-11)

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OwnerMaintenance

OwnerMaintenancePrecautions

Improperorincompleteservicemayresultinproblems. Thissectiongivesinstructionsonly foritemsthatarccasytoperform.

AsexplainedintheIntroduction(page8-2),severalprocedurescanbedononlybya qualifiedservicetechnicianwithspecialtools.

Improperownermaintenanceduringthewarrantyperiodmayaffectwarrantycoverage. Fordetails,readtheseparateMazdaWarrantystatementprovidedwiththevehicle.If you'reunsureaboutanyservicingormaintenanceprocedure,haveitdonebyan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Therearestrictenvironmentallawsregardingthedisposalofwasteoilandfluids.Please disposeofyourwasteproperlyandwithdueregardtotheenvironment.

WerecommendthatyouentrusttheoilandfluidchangesofyourvehicletoanAuthorized MazdaDealer.

WARNING

MaintenanceProcedures:

Performingmaintenanceworkonvehicleisdangerousifnotdoneproperly. You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedures. If you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the property to and equipment to do the work, have it done by a qualified technician.

RunningtheEngine:

Workingunderthehoodwiththeengineerunningisdangerous.Itbecomesevenmore dangerouswhenyouwearjewelryorlooseclothing. Eithercanbecomeentangledinmovingpartsandresultinjury. Therefore,ifyoumustruntheengineinwhileworkingunderthehood,makecertain thatyouremovealljewelry(especiallyrings,bracelets,watches,andnecklaces)and allneckties,scarves,andsimilarlooseclothingbeforegettingneartheengineor coolingfanwhichmayturnonunexpectedly.

ElectricalFanandEngineInspection:

InspectingtheenginewiththeignitionswitchintheONpositionisdangerous. The coolingfancouldcomeonunexpectedlyevenwhentheengineisn'trunning. You couldbeseriouslyinjuredbythefan. Turntheignitionswitchoffandremovethekey fromtheignitionswitchwhenyouinspecttheengine.

MaintenanceandCare

OwnerMaintenance

EngineCompartmentOverview

2.3-liter engine

3.0-liter engine

MaintenanceandCare

OwnerMaintenance

EngineOil

▼RecommendedOil

Oilcontainerlabelsprovideimportant information.

(ILSAC)

ThequalitydesignationSLorILSAC mustbeonthelabel.

5W-20

Energyconservingoilsarerecommended. Achiefcontributiontheymaketofuel economyisreducingtheamountoffuel necessarytoovercomeenginefriction.

▼InspectingEngineOilLevel

1. Besurethevehicleisonalevel surface.
2. Warmuptheenginetonormal operatingtemperature.
3. Turnitoffandwaitatleast5minutes fortheoiltoreturntotheoilpan.
4. Pulloutthedipstick, wipeitclean, and reinsertitfully.

1. Pullitoutagainandexaminethelevel. It'sOKbetweenMINandMAX. Butifit'snearorbelowMIN, add enoughoiltobringtheleveltoMAX.

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CAUTION

Don'taddengineoiloverMAX. This may cause engined damage.

1. MakesuretheO-ringonthedipstickis positionedproperlybeforereinserting thedipstick.

▼ChangingEngineOilandFilter

Changeengineoilandfilteraccordingto ScheduledMaintenance(page8-3).

Pleaseactresponsibly—protectthe environmentandtakeusedoiltoa recyclingfacility.Askyourdealerora servicestationforinformation.

WARNING

HandlingUsedEngineOil: Continuouscontactwithusedengine oilisdangerous.Itcouldcauseskin cancer.Alwayswashwithsoapand waterimmediatelyafterchangingoil andfilter.

CAUTION

Removeanyoilsplatterfromthe exhaustmanifold,theexhaustpipeand theshield.Oilleftonthesecareaswill smokewhenthecengincisrunning.

Changingengineoil

WARNING

CheckingorChangingEngineOil: Hotengineoilisdangerous. If the enginehasbeenrunning, theengine oilbecomesveryhot. You could be seriously burned. Don't check or changetheengineoilwhentheengine ishot.

1. Warmuptheengineforafewminutes andturnitoff.Removetheoil-filler cap.
2. Removethedrainpluganddrainthe oilintoasuitablecontainer.
3. Replacethedrainplugwasherafterthe oilhasthoroughlydrained.
4. Reinstalltheplugtightly.
5. Fill the engine with new oil to the MAX mark on the dipstick.
6. Securelyreinstalltheoil-fillercap.

2.3-liter engine

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OwnerMaintenance

3.0-liter engine

1. Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for leaks.
2. Turnitoffandwait5minutesforthe oiltoreturntotheoilpan.

ChecktheoillevelandfilltotheMAX markifnecessary.

Oilcapacity(Generalreferenceonly, refer to Specificationssection for capacities.)

NOTE

• The indicated engine oil capacities are for general reference purposes only. When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick.
• Useonlyspecifiedengineoil(page 10-3).

Changingoilfilter

Becauseyouncedaspecialtoolto retightenthefilter,an Authorized Mazda Dealersshoulddothework.

EngineCoolant

▼InspectingCoolantLevel

WARNING

HotEngine:

Ahotengineisdangerous. If the enginehasbeenrunning, part sof the enginecompartment can become very hot. You could be burned. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but donotopen it. Donot use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DONOTADD COOLANTWHENTHE ENGINEIS HOT.

CoolingFanandEngine

Inspection:

Inspectingtheenginewiththeignition switchintheONpositionis dangerous. Thecoolingfancouldturn onunexpectedlyevenwhentheengine isn'trunning. Youcouldbeseriously injuredbythefan. Turntheignition switchoffandremovethekeyfromthe ignitionswitchwhenyouinspectthe engine.

CoolingSystemCap:

Whentheengineandradiatorarehot, scaldingcoolantandsteammayshoot outunderpressureandcauseserious injury. Don'tremovethecooling systemcapwhentheengineand radiatorarehot.

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OwnerMaintenance

Inspecttheantifreezeprotectionand coolantlevelinthecoolantreservoirat leastoneccayear—atthebeginningofthe winterseason—andbeforetraveling wherctemperaturesmaydropbelow freezing.

Inspecttheconditionandconnectionsof allcoolingsystemandheaterhoses. Replaceanythatareswollenor deteriorated.

Thecoolantshouldbeatfullinthe radiatorandbetweentheFULLorFand LOWorLmarksonthecoolantreservoir whenthecenginciscool.

Ifit'satorncarLOWorL, addenough coolanttothecoolantreservoirtoprovide freezingandcorrosionprotectionandto bringtheleveltoFULLorF.

CAUTION

Radiatorcoolantwilldamagepaint. Rinseitoffquicklyifspilled.

Donotoverfill.

If new coolant is required frequently, consultant Authorized Mazda Dealer.

▼ChangingCoolant

ChangecoolantaccordingtoScheduled Maintenance(page8-3).

CAUTION

• Useonlysoft(demineralized)water in the coolant mixture. Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant's effectiveness.
• Don'taddonlywater.Alwaysadda propercoolantmixture.
• Theenginehasaluminumpartsand mustbeprotectedbyanethylene-glycol-basedcoolanttoprevent corrosionandfreezing.
• DONOTUSEalcoholormethanol antifreeze.DONOTMIXalcoholor methanolwiththecoolant.This coulddamagethecoolingsystem.
• Don'tuseasolutionthatcontains morethan60%antifreeze. Thiswouldreduceeffectiveness.

Formixturepercentage:

Protection	Volume
	Antifreeze solution	Demineralized water
Above-16°C(3°F)35%65%	%
Above-26°C(-15°F)45%	55%
Above-40°C(-40°F)55%	45%

MaintenanceandCare

OwnerMaintenance

Tochangecoolant

WARNING

RemovingtheCoolingSystemCap: Removingthecoolingsystemcap whiletheengineisrunningorhotis dangerous. Thismighteadtocooling systemandenginedamageandcould resultinseriousinjuryfromescaping hotcoolantorsteam. Turnoffthe engineandwaituntil'scool. Even then,beverycarefulwhenremoving thecap. Wrapathickclotharoundthecapand slowlyturnitcounterclockwisetothe firststop(3.0-literengine)orabout twoandahalfrotations(2.3-liter engine). Stepbackwhilethepressureescapes. Whenyou'resureallthepressureis gone,pressdownonthecap(3.0-liter engine)—stillusingacloth—turn thecap,andremoveit.

1. Removethecoolingsystemcap.

Loosen

3.0-liter engine

1. Only whenthecenginciscool, remove theradiatordrainpluganddrainthe coolant into asuitablecontainer. Properly dispose of the used coolant.
2. Flushoutthesystemwithrunning water.
3. Drainthesystemcompletely. Insert and tightentheplug. Addasmuch ethylene-glycol-basedcoolantmixture and waterasnecessarytoprovide freezingandcorrosionprotection.
4. Inextremelycoldclimates, add the mixturepercentagerecommended in thecoolantmixturepercentagetable.
5. Run the engine atidle with the cooling system cap off. Slowly add additional coolant if necessary.
6. At thispoint, wait until the engine reaches normal operating temperature; thendepressthe accelerator to two or three times. Add more coolant, if necessary, until the system is full.
7. Install the coolingsystemcap. Inspect all connections for leaks. Inspect the level in the coolant reservoir more time.

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OwnerMaintenance

Brake/ClutchFluid

▼InspectingBrake/ClutchFluid Level

Thebrakesandclutchdrawfluidfromthe samereservoir. Inspectthefluidlevelinthereservoir regularly.ItshouldbekeptatMAX. Thelevelnormallydropswith accumulateddistance,acondition associatedwithwearofbrakeandclutch linings.Ifitisexcessivelylow,havethe brake/clutchsysteminspectedbyan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Technical line drawing of a vehicle engine compartment with a zoomed-in component (no text or symbols)

▼AddingBrake/ClutchFluid

WARNING

SpilledBrakeFluid:
Spilledbrakefluidisdangerous. If it getsinyoureyes, they could be seriously injured. If this happens, immediately flushyoureyes with water and get medical attention. Brakefluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire. Becareful nottospillbrakefluid on yourself for the engine.

LowBrake/ClutchFluidLevels: Lowbrake/clutchfluidlevelsare dangerous. Lowlevelscouldsignal brakeliningwearorabrakesystem leak. Yourbrakescouldfailandcause anaccident. If you find low fluid level, have the brakes and clutch inspected.

If the fluid level is slow, add fluid until it reaches MAX. Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the area around the cap.

CAUTION

• Brakeandelutchfluidwilldamage paintedsurfaces. Ifbrakeorclutch fluiddoesgetonapaintedsurface, wipeitoffimmediately.
• Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids(page 10-3) will damage the systems. Mixing different fluidswill alsodamagethem. If the brake/clutch system frequently requires new fluid, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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OwnerMaintenance

PowerSteeringFluid

▼InspectingPowerSteeringFluid Level

CAUTION

To avoid damaggeto the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is slow.

NOTE

Usespecifiedpowersteeringfluid (page10-3).

2.3-literengine

Inspectthefluidlevelinthereservoirat eachengineoilchangewiththeengineoff andcold.Addfluidifnecessary;itdoes notrequireperiodicchanging.

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The level must be kept between MIN and MAX.

Visuallyexaminethelinesandhosesfor leaksanddamage.

If new fluid is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

3.0-literengine

Inspectthefluidlevelateachengineoil change.Addfluidifnecessary;itdoesnot requireperiodicchanging.

ThelevelmustbekeptbetweentheHand Lmarks.

Visuallyexaminethelinesandhosesfor leaksanddamage.

1. Parkonalevelsurface, welloffthe right-of-way, and settheparkingbrake firmly.
2. Turnofftheengineandallowitto cool.
3. Removethefillercapandattached dipstick.
4. Wipethemcleanandputthemback.
5. Remove again and inspect the level.
6. It must be between Hand L. Add fluid if necessary.

Don'toverfill.

If new fluid is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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OwnerMaintenance

AutomaticTransaxleFluid (ATF)

▼InspectingAutomaticTransaxle FluidLevel

Theautomatictransaxlefluidlevelshould beinspectedregularly.Measureitas describedbelow.

The volume of fluid changes with the temperature. Fluid must be checked at idle without driving at normal operating temperature.

CAUTION

• Lowfluidlevelcausestransaxle slippage. Overfillingcancause foaming, lossoffluid, and transaxle malfunction.

• Usespecifiedfluid(page10-3).A nonspecifiedfluidcouldresultin transaxlemalfunctionandfailure.

• Parkonalevelsurfaceandsetthe parkingbrakefirmly.

• Idle the engine about two minutes. Pushdown on the brake pedal.
  3.Movetheshiftleverthroughallranges andsetitatP.

WARNING

Sudden Vehicle Movement: Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Makes sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever.

1. With the engine stillidling, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back.
2. Pullitoutagain. The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly or assembly (no visible text or symbols)

FluidhotscaleA

Whenthevehiclehasbeendrivenandthe fluidisatnormaloperatingtemperature, about65°C(150°F),thelevelmustbe betweenFullandLow.

FluidcoldscaleB

When the engine has not been running and the outside temperature is about 20^ C ( 70^ F), the level must be between Full and Low.

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OwnerMaintenance

CAUTION

• Usethecoldscaleonlyasa reference.
• Ifoutsidetemperatureislowerthan about 20^(70^) , start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine each operating temperature.
• If the vehicle has been driven for an extended period at high speeds or city traffic in hot weather, inspect the level only after stopping the engine and allowing the fluid to cool for 30 minutes.

Fullyinsertthedipstick. When adding fluid, inspect with the dipstick to make sure it doesn't pass full.

NOTE

Inspectthefluidonbothsidesofthe dipstickinawelllitareaforanaccurate reading.

WasherFluid

▼InspectingWasherFluidLevel

WARNING

Substitute Washer Fluid: Using radiatorantifreezeaswasher fluidisdangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident. Use only windshield washer fluidor plain water in the reservoir.

Using WasherFluid Without Anti-freeze Protection in Cold Weather: Operating your vehicle in temperatures below 4 degrees C (40 degrees F) using washer fluid without anti-freeze protection is dangerous as it could cause impaired windshield vision and result in an accident. In cold weather, always use washer fluid with anti-freeze protection.

NOTE

Stateorlocalregulationsmayrestrict theuseofvolatileorganiccompounds (VOCs), whicharecommonlyusedas anti-freezcagentsinwasherfluid. A washerfluidwithlimitedVOCcontent shouldbeusedonlyifitprovides adequatefreezeresistanceforall regionsandclimatesinwhichthe vehiclewillbeoperated.

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Inspectfluidlevelinthewasherfluid reservoir;addfluidifnecessary.

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Useplainwaterifwasherfluidis unavailable. Butuseonlywasherfluidincoldweather topreventitfromfreezing.

BodyLubrication

Allmovingpointsofthebody,suchas doorandhoodhingesandlocks,should belubricatedeachtimetheengineoilis changed.Useanonfreezinglubricanton locksduringcoldweather.

Makesurethechood'ssecondarylatch keepsthehoodfromopeningwhenthe primarylatchisreleased.

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AirFilter

CAUTION

Don't drivewithoutanairfilter. This could result in excessive engine wear.

Thisairfiltermaybecleanedwith compressedairandreused,orreplaced, dependingonitscondition.Unlessitis verydirty,simplyshakeittoremove foreignparticles.Eachtimeyouinspectit, wipeinsidetheaircleanerhousingwitha dampcloth.

▼ReplacingtheAirFilter

NOTE

If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas, replace the filter more often than recommended intervals.

1. Unfastentheclamps.

2.3-liter engine

1. Tiltorlifttheairfiltercoverand removethefilter.

2.3-liter engine

3.0-liter engine

1. Wipeinsidetheaircleanerhousing withadampcloth.

2. Cleanorreplace the filter.

3. Installinthereverseorderofremoval.

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ReplacethefilteraccordingtoScheduled Maintenance(page8-3).

WiperBlades

CAUTION

• Hotwaxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows.
• Topreventdamagetothewiper blades, don'tusegasoline, kerosene, paintthinner, or othersolventsonor nearthem.

Contamination of either the windshield for the blades with foreign matter can reduce wipereffectiveness. Commonsources are insects, trees, and hotwax treatments used by some commercial car washes.

Ifthebladesarenotwipingproperly, cleanthewindowandbladeswithagood cleanerormilddetergent;thenrinse thoroughlywithcleanwater.Repcatif necessary.

▼ReplacingWindshieldWiper Blades

Whenthwipersnolongercleanwell, the bladesareprobablywornorcracked. Replacethem.

CAUTION

Topreventdamagetothewiperarms andothercomponents, don'tmovethe wipersbyhand.

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NOTE

Topreventdamagetothewiperarm bladeswhenraisingboththedriverand passengersidewiperarms,raisethe driversidewiperarmfirst.Conversely, whensettingdownthewiperarms,set thepassengersidewiperarmdown first.

1. Raisethewiperarmandturmtheblade assemblytoexposetheplasticlocking clip. Compresstheclipandslidethe assemblydownward;thenliftitofthe arm.

CAUTION

Topreventdamagetothewindshield, don'tletthewiperarmfallonit.

1. Holdtheendoftherubberandpull untilthetabsarefreeofthemetal support.

1. Removethemetalstiffeners from the bladerubber and install them in new blades.

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CAUTION

• Don'tbendordiscardthestiffeners. Youneedtousethemagain.
• Ifthemetalstiffenersareswitched, theblade'swipingefficiencycould bereduced. Sodon'tusethedriver'ssidemetal stiffenersonthepassenger'sside,or viceversa.

• Besuretoreinstallthemetal stiffenersinthenewbladerubberso thatthecurveisthesameasitwasin theoldbladerubber.

• Carefully insert the new bladerubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE

Installthebladesothatthetabsare towardthebottomofthewiperarm.

▼ReplacingRearWindowWiper Blade(Hatchback/Wagon)

Whenthewipernolongereleanswell, the bladeisprobablywomorcracked. Replaceit.

CAUTION

Topreventdamagetothewiperarm andothercomponents, don'tmovethe wiperbyhand.

(Hatchback)

1. Raisethewiperarmandturmtheblade assemblytocexposetheplasticlocking clip. Compresstheclipandslidethe assemblydownward;thenliftitoffthe arm.

CAUTION

Topreventdamagetotherearwindow, don'tletthewiperarmfallonit.

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1. Holdtheendofthebladerubberand pulluntilthetabsarefreeofthemetal support.

1. Removethemetalstiffenersfromthe bladerubberandinstalltheminnew blades.

CAUTION

Don'tbendordiscardthestiffeners. Youneedtousethemagain.

1. Carefully insert thenewbladerubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.

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(Wagon) 1. Raisethewiperarmandrotatethe wiperbladetotherightuntilunlocks, thenremovetheblade.

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CAUTION

Topreventdamagetothercarwindow, don'tletthewiperarmfallonit.

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1. Pulldownthebladerubberandslideit outofthebladeholder.

1. Removethemetalstiffeners from the bladerubber and install them in new blades.

CAUTION

Don'tbendordiscardthestiffeners. Youneedtousethemagain.

1. Carefully insert thenewbladerubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse corder of removal.

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Battery

WARNING

Battery-RelatedLeadMaterials:

Batteryposts,terminalsandrelatedaccessoriescontainleadandleadcompounds,chemicalsknownntotheStateofCaliforniatocausecancerandreproductiveharm.Washhandsafterhandling.

EyeProtection:

Workingwithouteyeprotectionisdangerous.BatteryfluidcontainsSULFURIC ACIDwhichcouldcauseblindnessifsplashedintoinyoureyes.Also,hydrogengas producedduringnormalbatteryoperation,couldigniteandcausethebatteryto explode.Alwaysweareyeprotectionwhenworkingnearthebattery.

SpilledBatteryFluid:

Spilledbatteryfluidisdangerous. BatteryfluidcontainsSULFURICACIDwhichcouldcauseseriousinjuriesifitgets ineyes,skinorclothing.Ifthishappens,immediatelyflushyoureyeswithwaterfor 15minutesorwashyourskinthoroughlyandgetmedicalattention.Weareye protectionandprotectiveglovestopreventcontactwithbatteryfluid.

ChildrenandBatteries:

Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin. Always keep batteries out of the reach of children.

KeepFlamesAway:

Flamesandsparksnearopenbatterycellsaredangerous. Hydrogengas, produced duringnormalbatteryoperation, couldigniteandcausethebatterytoexplode. An explodingbatterycancauseseriousburnsandinjuries. Keepallflamesincluding cigarettesandsparksawayfromopenbatterycells. Whenworkingnearabattery, do notallowmetaltoolstocontactthepositive( + )ornegative()terminalofthebattery. Donotallowthepositive( + )terminaltocontactthevehiclebody.

Battery-RelatedExplosion:

Flamesandsparksnearopenbatterycellsaredangerous. Hydrogengas, produced duringnormalbatteryoperation, couldigniteandcausethebatterytoexplode. An explodingbatterycancauseseriousburnsandinjuries. Keepallflames, including cigarettes, andsparksawayfromopenbatterycells.

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▼BatteryMaintenance

Simple line drawing of a battery with a tool inserted, showing terminal connections (no text or symbols)

Togetthebestservicefromabattery:

• Keepitsecurelymounted.
• Keepthetopcleananddry.
• Keepterminalsandconnectionsclean, tight,andcoatedwithpetroleumjelly orterminalgrease.
• Rinseoffspilledelectrolyte immediatelywithasolutionofwater andbakingsoda.
• Ifthevehiclewillnotbeusedforan extendedtime, disconnectthebattery cablesandchargethebatteryeverysix weeks.

Tires

Forreasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel economy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within there 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. Except forthelimited use of the temporary spare tire, use only the sametypetires (radial, bias-belted, bias-type) on all four wheels.

UsingWrong-SizedTires: Usinganyothertiresizethanwhatis specifiedforyourMazda(page10-6) isdangerous.Itcouldseriouslyaffect ride,handling,groundclearance,tire clearance,andspeedometer calibration.Thiscouldcauseyouto haveanaccident.Useonlytiresthat arethecorrectsizespecifiedforyour Mazda.

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▼TireInflationPressure

WARNING

Incorrect Tire Inflation: Overinflation or underinflation of tires is dangerous. Adverse handlingor unexpected tire failure could result in a serious accident. Always inflate the tire to the correct pressure (page 10-6).

Inspectalltirepressuresmonthly (includingthespare)whenthetiresare cold.Maintainrecommendedpressures forthebestride,tophandling,and minimumtirewear.

Refertothespecificationcharts(page 10-6).

NOTE

• Alwayschecktirepressurewhen tiresarecold.
• Warmtiresnormallyexceed recommendedpressures.Don't releaseairfromwarmtirestoadjust thepressure.
• Underinflationcancausereduced fueleconomyandpoorsealingofthe tirebead,whichwilldeformthe wheelandcauseseparationoftire fromrim.
  • Overinflationcanproduceaharsh rideandagreaterpossibility of damagefromroadhazards. Keepyour tirepressureatthecorrect levels. Ifonefrequentlyneeds inflating, haveitinspected.

▼TireRotation

Toequalizetreadwear, rotatethetires every 12,000km(7,500miles)/8,000km* (5,000miles)orsoonerifirregularwear develops. During rotation, inspect them for correct balance.

*UniquedrivingconditionsforUSA, CanadaandPuertoRico

Diagram showing a front view of three wheels with directional arrows indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY) spare tire in rotation.

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Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by oncoracombination of the following:

• Incorrect tire pressure
• Improperwheelalignment
• Out-of-balancewheel
• Severebraking

Afterrotation,inflatealltirepressuresto specification(page10-6)andinspectthe lugnutsfortightness.

CAUTION

Rotateunidirectionaltiresandradial tiresthathaveanasymmetricaltread patternorstudsonlyfromfronttorear, notfromsidetoside. Tireperformance willbeweakenedifrotatedfromsideto side.

▼ReplacingaTire

WARNING

WornTires: Drivingwithworntiresisdangerous. Reducedbraking,steering,and tractioncouldresultinanaccident. Alwaysusetiresthatareingood condition.

Ifatirewearsevenly,awearindicator willappearasasolidbandacrossthe tread. Replacethetirewhenthishappens.

New tread

Tread wear indicator

Worn tread

Youshouldreplaceitbeforethebandis acrosstheentiretread.

▼TemporarySpareTire

Inspectthetemporarysparetireatleast monthlytomakesureit'sproperlyinflated andstored.

The temporary sparetirciscasierto handle because of its construction. It is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire and should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance.

Usethetemporaryonlyuntilthe conventionalaltireisrepaired,whichshould beassoonaspossible.

Maintainitspressureat420kPa(4.2kgf/cm² orbar,60psi).

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CAUTION

• Don'tuseyourtemporarysparetire rimwithasnowtireora conventionaltire.Neitherwill properlyfitandcoulddamageboth tireandrim.
• Thetemporarysparetirehasatread lifeofupto5,000km(3,000miles), dependingonroadconditionsand drivinghabits.
• The temporary sparetire is for limited use, however, if the thread wears solid-band indicator appears, replacethetire with the sametype of temporary spare (page 8-29).

▼ReplacingaWheel

WARNING

UsingaWrong-SizedWheel: Usingawrong-sizedwheelis dangerous. Brakingandhandling could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident. Always use wheelsof the correct size on your vehicle.

CAUTION

Awrong-sizedwheelmayadversely affect:

• Tirefit
• Wheelandbearinglife
• Groundclearance
  • Speedometercalibration
• Headlightaim
• Bumperheight

Whenreplacingawheel,makesurethe newoneisthesamecastheoriginalfactory wheelindiameter,rimwidth,andoffset.

Propertirebalancingprovidesthebest ridingcomfortandhelpsreducetread wear. Out-of-balancetirescancause vibrationandunevenwear, such as cuppingandflatspots.

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YourMazda'sheadlightsandfoglights havereplaceablehalogenbulbs.

WARNING

HandlingHalogenBulbs: Whenahalogenbulbbreaks,itis dangerous. Thesebulbscontain pressurizedgas.Ifoneisbroken,it willexplodeandseriousinjuriescould becausedbytheflyingglass. Iftheglassportionistouchedwith barehands,bodyoilcouldcausethe bulbtooverheatandexplodewhenlit. Nevertouchtheglassportionofthe bulbwithyourbarehandsandalways weareyeprotectionwhenhandlingor workingaroundhalogenbulbs.

ChildrenandHalogenBulbs: Playingwithahalogenbulbis dangerous.Seriousinjuriescouldbe causedbydroppingahalogenbulbor breakingitsomeotherway. Alwayskeephalogenbulbsoutofthe reachofchildren.

▼ReplacingExteriorLightBulbs

Replacingtheheadlight,foglightand parkinglightbulbs

Duetothecomplexityanddifficultyof theprocedure,thebulbsshouldbe replacedbyanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Frontturnsignallights

1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiscandremoveit.

2. Removethebulbbypushingitin slightlyandturningit counterclockwise.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

Side-markerlights

1. Turnthescrewcounterclockwise and removeit, thenpartially peelback the mudguard.

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1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.

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3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

Brakelights/Taillights,Rearturnsignal lights

(Sedan)

1. Pull the center of the plastic retainer and removether retainers and partially openthetrunksidetrim.

1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.

3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

NOTE

Toreplacethebulb,contactan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

(Hatchback)

Duetothecomplexityanddifficultyof theprocedure,thebulbsshouldbe replacedbyanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

(Wagon)

1. Turntheknobandremovethecover.

1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.

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3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

NOTE

Toreplacethebulb,contactan AuthorizedMazdaDealer.

Reverselights, Taillights

(Sedan)

1. Pullthecentersectionoftheplastic retainerandremovetheretainers, then removethetrunkreartrim.

1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.

3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

(Hatchback/Wagon)

1.Removethecover.
2. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.
3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

① Reverse lights ② Taillights

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

High-mountbrakelight

(Sedan)

1. Removethehigh-mountbrakelight component.

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1. Detachtheelectricalconnectorfrom thesocket.
2. Tunnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

(Hatchback)

1. Removethecover.
2. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.
   3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

(Wagon)

1. Removetheliftgateuppertrimand high-mountbrakelightcomponent.

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Liftgate upper trim

1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.
   3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

Licenseplatelights

1. Wrapaflatheadserewdriverwithasoft clothtopreventdamagetothelensand removethelensbycarefullypryingon theedgeofthelens.

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1. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

▼ReplacingInteriorLightBulbs Overheadlight/Maplights(With overheadconsole)

1. Removethescrews.
2. Wrapaflatheadscrewdriverwithasoft clothtopreventdamagetothetrimand gentlyinsertitinthcoverheadlightas showninthefigure,andthenremove theoverheadlightunit.

1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.

4.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

Overheadlight/Maplights(Without overheadconsole)

1. Wrapaflatheadscrewdriverwithasoft clothtopreventdamagetothetrimand gentlyinsertitintheoverheadlightas showninthefigure,andthenremove thecoverheadlightunit.

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1. Turnthesocketandbulbassembly counterclockwiseandremoveit.

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3.Disconnectthebulbfromthesocket.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

Courtesylights, Vanitymirrorlights, and Luggagecompartmentlight

1. Wrapasmallflatheadscrewdriverwith asoftclothtopreventdamagetothe lensandremovethelensbycarefully pryingontheedgeofthelens.
2. Disconnectthebulbbypullingitout.

Luggage compartment light (Hatchback)

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Luggage compartment light (Wagon)

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

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Trunklight(Sedan)

1. Pressbothsidesofthelenscapto removeit.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.

1. Installthenewbulbinthereverseorder ofremoval.

Fuses

Yourvehicle'selectricalsystemis protectedbyfuses.

Ifanylights,accessories,orcontrolsdon't work,inspecttheappropriatecircuit protector.Ifafusehasblown,theinside elementwillbemelted.

Ifthesamefuseblowsagain, avoidusing thatsystemandconsultan Authorized MazdaDealerassoonaspossible.

▼FuseReplacement

Replacingthefusesonthedriver'sside kick-panel

If the electrical system doesn't work, first inspect fuses on the driver's side kick-panel.

1. Turnofftheignitionswitchandother switches.
2. Openthefusepanelcoverbysliding thecoverstraightbacktowardyou.

CAUTION

Pullingthecoveroffsidewaysmay breaktheretainingtabsoff.

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1. Pullthefusestraightoutwiththefuse pullerprovidedonthefuseblock locatedintheenginecompartment.

1. Inspectitandreplaceifit'sblown.

Normal

Blown

5.Pushinancwuscofthesame amperagerating.andmakesureitfits tightly.Ifitdoesn't,haveanAuthorized MazdaDealerinstallit. Ifyouhavenosparefuses,borrowone ofthesameratingfromacircuitnot essentialtovehicleoperation,suchas theSPAREcircuit.

CAUTION

Alwaysreplaceafusewithoneofthe samerating. Otherwiseyoumay damagethelectricsystem.

Replacingthefusesunderthehood

Iftheheadlightsorotherelectrical componentsdon'tworkandthefusesin thecabinareOK,inspectthefuseblock underthehood.Ifafuseisblown,itmust bereplaced.Followthesesteps:

1. Turnofftheignitionswitchandall otherswitches.
2. Removethefuseblockcover.

1. Ifafuseisblown, replaceitwithanew oncofthesameamperagerating.

Normal

Blown

NOTE

ToreplacetheMAINfuse,contactan AuthorizedMazdaDealer(page8-40).

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▼FusePanelDescription

Fuseblock(Enginecompartment)

DESCRIP-TION		FUSE RAT-ING	PROTECTED COMPONENT
1	SPARE20	A—
2	SPARE15	A—
3	SPARE10	A—
4
5
6	NJ15AIn	cctor
7	ENGBAR	10A^*1	Airflowscensor, EGRcontrol valve
		15A^*2
8	ENGBAR2 ^*1	15AO2	sensor
	ENGBB ^**2	5ACoolingfan
9	IHEADLR	10AH	headlight-lowbeam(Right)
10	IHEADLL	10AH	headlight-lowbeam(Left)

DESCRIPTION		FUSERATING	PROTECTEDCOMPONENT
11	HEAD HL	10AlIeadlight-highbeam(Left)
12	HEAD HR	10AlIeadlight-highbeam(Right)
13	ETC7.5A Acceleratorpositionsensor
14	HAZARD	10ATurn signallights
15	STOP	15ABnake/Taillights
16	TCM*1	10ATCM
	IG1*2	15AO2sensor
17	ENGR	7.5APCM, TCM
18	FUEL PUMP	15AFuel pump
19	IGKEY	40A	Windshield wiperandwasher,Engine controlunit,Lighter
20	P.WIND	30APower window
21	—	—	—
22	—	—	—

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DESCRIP-TION		FUSE RAT-ING	PROTECTED COMPONENT
23	IG KEY2	30A	Reversclights, Hcatcrcontrol unit
24B	LOWER	40AB	lowermotor
25	BTN40A		Overheadlight, Powerdoor lock
26	—	—	—
27	DEFOG40A	rear windowdefroster
28	ABS60A	ABS	*
29	AD FAN*1	30AC	olinglan
	FAN2 *2
30	FAN*1	30AC	olingfan
	FAN1 *2
31	TAIL10A		Brake/Taillights, Licensplate lights, Parkinglights
32	LUMI	10AD	dashboardillumination
33	MAG10	AMagnec	clutch
34	AUDIO1	5AAudio	system
35	P.SEAT3	0APower	seat *
36	PENER	7.5AF	hellidopener
37	—	—	—
38	—	—	—
39	FOG15	AFoglights	*
40	MAIN	100A*1	Forprotectionofallcircuits
		120A*2

*1 2.3-literengine
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Fuseblock(Driver'ssidekick-panel)

DESCRIPTION		FUSE RATING	PROTECTED COMPONENT
1	ENGINE IG	15AEnginecontrolsystem
2	METER IG	15AInstrumentcluster
3S	EAT15A		Scatwarmer *,Rcar windowdcfrostcr
4M	DEF7.5A	Mirrordefroster
5W	IPER20A		Windshieldwiperand washer
6S	AS15AAB	Sunit	*,SASunit
7F	ACK5AReverselights
8A/C15AHeater
9	METER ACC	5AInstrumentcluster
10CIGAR15ALighter
11	ROOM	15AOverheadlight
12	R.WIP*	10ARearwiper *
13	MIRRORSA		Powercontrolmirror, Audiosystem

DESCRIPTION		FUSE RATING	PROTECTED COMPONENT
14	R.CIGAR	15A	accessorysocket
15
16	D.LOCK	30AP	werdoorlock
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AppearanceCare

HowtoMinimize EnvironmentalPaint Damage

ThepaintworkonyourMazdarepresents the latesttechnicaldevelopmentsin compositionandmethodsofapplication.

Environmentalhazards, however, can harm the paint's protective properties, if proper care is not taken.

Herearesomeexamplesofpossible damage,withtipsonhowtoprevent them.

▼ EtchingCausedbyAcidRainor IndustrialFallout

Occurrence

Industrialpollutantsandvehicleemissions driftintotheairandmixwithrainordew toformacids. Thescacidscansettleona vehicle'sfinish. Asthewaterevaporates, theacidbecomesconcentratedandcan damagethefinish.

Andthelongertheacidremainsonthe surface, the greater the chance is for damage.

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and waxy your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section. These step should be taken immediately after you suspect that acidrain has settled on your vehicle's finish.

▼DamageCausedbyBird Dropping, Insects, or Tree Sap

Occurrence

Birddroppingscontainacids. If these aren't removed they can cataway the clear and color basecoat of the vehicle's paintwork.

Wheninsectssticktothepaintsurface anddecompose,corrosivecompounds form. Thesecanerodetheclearandcolor basecoatofthevehicle'spaintworkif theyarenotremoved.

Treesapwillhardenandadhere permanentlytothepaintfinish.Ifyou scratchthesapoffwhileitishard,some vehiclepaintcouldcomeoffwithit.

Prevention

It isnecessary to have your Mazda washed and waxed top preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section. This should be done as soon as possible.

Birddroppingscanberemovedwitha softspongeandwater.Ifyouaretraveling andthesearenotavailable,amoistened tissuemayalsotakecareoftheproblem.

The cleaned area should be dewaxed according to the instructions in this section.

Insectsandtreesaparebestremovedwith asoftspongeandwateroracommercially availablechemicalcleaner.

Another methodistocovertheaffected are with dampened newspaper for oneto two hours. After removing thenewspaper, rinse off the looseneddebris with water.

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▼WaterMarks

Occurrence

Rain,fog,dew,andeventapwatercan containharmfulmineralsuchassaltand lime.Ifmoisturecontainingthese mineralssettlesonthvehicleand evaporates,themineralswillconcentrate andhardentoformwhiterings.Therings candamageyourvehicle'sfinish.

Prevention

It is necessary to wash and waxy your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section. These step should be taken immediately after you find water marks on your vehicle's finish.

▼PaintChipping

Occurrence

Paintchippingoccurswhengravelthrown intheairbyanothervehicle'stireshits yourvehicle.

Howtoavoidpaintchipping

Keeping as a fed distance between you and the vehicle ahead to reduce the chances of having your paint chipped by flying gravel.

NOTE

• Thepaintchippingzonevarieswith thespeedofthevehicle. For example,whentravelingat90km/h (56mph),thepaintchippingzoneis 50m(164ft).
• Inlowtemperaturesavehicle'sfinish hardens. Thisincreaseshechanceof paintchipping.
• Chippedpaintcanleadtorust formingonyourMazda.Beforethis happens,repairthedamagebyusing Mazdatouch-uppaintaccordingto theinstructionsinthissection. Failurctorepairthcaffectedcarca couldleadtoseriousrustingand expensiverepairs.

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ExteriorCare

Followalllabelandcontainerdirections whenusingachemicalcleanerorpolish. Readallwarningsandcautions.

▼MaintainingtheFinish

Washing

Tohelpprotectthefinishfromrustand deterioration, washyourMazda thoroughlyandfrequently, atleastoncea month, withlukewarmorcoldwater.

If the vehicle is washed improperly, the paintsurface could be scratched. Here are some examples of how scratching could occur.

Scratchesoccuronthepaintsurface when:

• The vehicle is washed without first rinsing off dirt and other foreign matter.
• The vehicle is washed with through, dry, ordirtycloth.
- Thevehicleiswashedatacarwash thatusesbrushesthataredirtyortoo stiff.
- Cleansorsorwaxcontainingabrasives areused.

NOTE

• Mazdaisnotresponsiblefor scratchescausedbyautomaticcar washesorimproperwashing.
• Scratchesaremorenoticeableon vehicleswithdarkerpaintfinishes.

Tominimizescratchesonthevehicle's paintfinish:

• Rinseoffanydirtorotherforeign matterusinglukewarmorcoldwater beforewashing.
• Useplentyoflukewarmorcoldwater andasoftclothwhenwashingthe vehicle.Donotuseanyloncloth.
• Rubgentlywhenwashingordryingthe vehicle.
  • Takeyourvehicleonlytoacarwash thatkeepsitsbrusheswellmaintained.
• Don'tuseabrasivecleansersorwax thatcontainabrasives.

CAUTION

• Don'tusesteelwool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may damage the protective coating; also, cleaners and detergents may discolor or deteriorate the paint.
• Topreventdamagingtheantenna, removeitbeforecenteringacarwash facilityorpassingbeneathalow overheadclearance.

Payspecialattentiontoremovingsalt, dirt,mud,andotherforeignmaterialfrom theundersideofthefenders,andmake surethedrainholesintheloweredgesof thedoorsandrockerpanelsareclean.

MaintenanceandCare

AppearanceCare

Insects, tar, treesap, birddroppings, industrialfallout, and similardepositscan damage the finish if not removed immediately. When prompt washing with plainwaterisineffective, useamildsoap made for useconvehicles.

Thoroughlyrinseoffallsoapwith lukewarmorcoldwater. Don'tallowsoap todryonthefinish.

Afterwashingthevehicle,dryitwitha cleanchamoistopreventwaterspotsfrom forming.

WARNING

DrivingwithWetBrakes: Drivingwithwetbrakesisdangerous. Increasedstoppingdistanceorthe vehiclepullingtoonesidewhen brakingcouldresultinaserious accident. Lightbrakingwillindicate whetherthebrakeshavebeenaffected. Drythebrakesbydrivingveryslowly andapplyingthebrakeslightlyuntil brakeperformanceisnormal.

Waxing

Yourvehicleneedstobewaxedwhen waternolongerbeadsonthefinish. Alwayswashanddrythevehiclebefore waxingit.Inadditiontothevehiclebody, waxthemetaltrimtomaintainitsluster.

1. Use wax which contains no abrasives. Waxes containing abrasivewill remove paint and could damage bright metal parts.

2. Useagoodgradeofnaturalwaxfor metallic,mica,and solidcolors.

3. When waxing, coatevenly with the spongesupplied or as soft cloth.

4. Wipeoffthewaxwithasoftcloth.

NOTE

Aspotremovertoremoveoil, tar, and similar material will usually also take off the wax. Rewax these are a seven if therest of the vehicle doesn't need it.

▼RepairingDamagetotheFinish

Deepscratchesorchipsonthefinish shouldberepairedpromptly.Exposed metalquicklyrustsandcanleadtomajor repairs.

CAUTION

If your Mazdais damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced, make sure the body shop applies anti-corrosion material to all parts, both repaired and new. This will prevent them from rusting.

▼Bright-MetalMaintenance

• Usetarremovertoremoveroadtarand insects. Neverdothiswithaknifeor similartool.
• Topreventcorrosiononbright-metal surfaces,applywaxochrome preservativeandrubittoahighluster.
• Duringcoldweatherorincoastalareas, coverbright-metalpartswithacoating of waxorpreservativeheavierthan usual.Itwouldalsohelptocoatthem withnoncorrosivepetroleumjelly or someotherprotectivecompound.

MaintenanceandCare

AppearanceCare

CAUTION

Don'tusesteelwool, abrasivecleaners, orstrongdetergentscontaininghighly alkalineorcausticagentsonchrome-platedoranodizedaluminumparts. Thismayresultindamagetothe protectivecoatingandcause discolorationorpaintdeterioration.

▼UnderbodyMaintenance

Roadchemicalsandsaltusedforiceand snowremovalandsolventsusedfordust controlmaycollectonthunderbody. If notremoved, they will speeduprusting and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuellines, frame, floorpan, and exhaust system, even though these parts maybe coated with anti-corrosivematerial.

Thoroughlyflushtheunderbody and wheelhousingswithlukewarmorcold waterattheendofeachwinter. Tryalso todothiseverymonth.

Payspecialattentiontotheseareas because they easily hidemudanddirt. It will domore harmthangoodtowet downtheroadgrimewithoutremoving it.

Theloweredgesofdoors, rockerpanels, andframemembershavedrainholesthat shouldnotbeclogged. Watertrapped therewillcauserusting.

WARNING

DrivingwithWetBrakes: Drivingwithwetbrakesisdangerous. Increasedstoppingdistanceorthe vehiclepullingtoonesidewhen brakingcouldresultinaserious accident.Lightbrakingwillindicate whetherthebrakeshavebeenaffected. Drythebrakesbydrivingveryslowly andapplyingthebrakeslightlyuntil brakeperformanceisnormal.

▼ AluminumWheelMaintenance

Aprotectivecoatingisprovidedoverthe aluminumwheels.Specialcareisneeded toprotectthiscoating.

NOTE

• Don'tuseawirebrushorany abrasivecleaner, polishing compound, orsolventonaluminum wheels. They may damage the coating.
• Onlyuseamildsoaporneutral detergentandalwaysuseaspongeor softclothtocleanthewheels. Rinsethoroughlywithlukewarmor coldwater. Also, besuretocleanthe wheelsafterdrivingondustyor saltedroads. Thishelpsprevent corrosion.
• Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash that uses high-speed or hard brushes.
• If your aluminum wheels loseluster, wax the wheels.

MaintenanceandCare

AppearanceCare

InteriorCare

▼DashboardPrecautions

Preventcausticsolutionssuchasperfume andcosmeticoilsfromcontactingthe dashboard. They'lldamageanddiscolorit. Ifthesesolutionsgetonthedashboard, wipethemoffimmediately.

CAUTION

Donotuseglazingagents. Glazingagentscontainingredients whichmaycausediscoloration, wrinkling,cracksandpeeling.

▼CleaningtheUpholsteryand InteriorTrim

Vinyl

Removedustandloosedirtfromvinyl withawhiskbroomorvacuumcleaner. Cleanvinylwithaleather-and-vinyl cleaner.

Leather\*

Realleatherisn'tuniformandmayhave scars,scratches,andwrinkles.Cleanit withaleathercleanerormildsoap.

Wipeitwithadampsoftcloth;thendry andbuffitwithadrysoftcloth.

Fabric \*

Removedustandloosedirtfromfabric withawhiskbroomorvacuumcleaner. Cleanitwithamildsoapsolutiongood forupholsteryandcarpets.Removefresh spotsimmediatelywithafabricspot cleaner.

Tokeepthefabriclookingcleanand fresh, takecareofit. Otherwiseitscolor willbeaffected, itcanbestainedeasily, anditsfire-resistancemaybereduced.

CAUTION

Useonlyrecommendedcleanersand procedures.Othersmayaffect appearanceandfire-resistance.

▼CleaningtheLap/ShoulderBelt Webbing

Cleanthewebbingwithamildsoap solutionrecommendedforupholsteryor carpets.Followinstructions.Don'tbleach ordyethewebbing;thismayweakenit.

Aftercleaningthebelts,thoroughlydry thebeltwebbingandmakesurethereis noremainingmoisturebeforeretracting them.

WARNING

DamagedSeatBelt: Usingdamagedseatbeltsis dangerous.Inacollision,damaged beltscannotprovideadequate protection.HaveanAuthorizedMazda Dealerreplacedamagedbelts immediately.

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AppearanceCare

▼CleaningtheWindowInteriors

If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container.

CAUTION

Don'tscrapeorscratchtheinsideofthe rearwindow.Youmaydamagetherear windowdefrostergrid.

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9 CustomerInformationandReporting SafetyDefects

Importantconsumerinformationincludingwarrantiesandadd-onequipment.

Customer Assistance....9-2

CustomerAssistance(U.S.A.)....9-2

CustomerAssistance(Canada)....9-4

CustomerAssistance(PuertoRico)....9-7

MazdaImporter/Distributors....9-8

Importer/Distributor....9-8

DistributorinEachArea....9-8

Warranty....9-9

WarrantiesforYourMazda....9-9

OutsidetheUnitedStates....9-10

OutsideCanada....9-11

RegisteringYourVehicleinAForeignCountry(ExceptUnited

StatesandCanada)....9-12

Add-OnNon-GenuinePartsandAccessories....9-13

Cell Phones 9-14

CellPhonesWarning....9-14

TypeApprovalofEquipment....9-15

TypeApprovalofEquipment....9-15

UniformTireQualityGradingSystem(UTQGS)....9-16

Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)....9-16

ReportingSafetyDefects....9-18

ReportingSafetyDefects....9-18

ServicePublications....9-19

ServicePublications....9-19

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

CustomerAssistance

CustomerAssistance(U.S.A.)

Yourcompleteandpermanentsatisfactionisourbusiness.Weareheretoserveyou.All AuthorizedMazdaDealershavethcknowledgcandthetoolstokcepyourMazdavehicle intopcondition.

If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazdavehicleorservicing by MazdaDealerpersonnel, were recommend that you take the following steps:

▼STEP1:ContactYourMazdaDealer

DiscussthematterwithanAuthorizedMazdaDealer. Thisisthequickestandbestwayto addresstheissue.IfyourconcernhasnotbeenresolvedbytheCUSTOMERRELATIONS, SALES,SERVICE,orPARTSMANAGER,thenplcascontacttheGENERAL MANAGERofthedealershiportheOWNER.

▼STEP2:ContactMazdaNorthAmericanOperations

Ifforanyreasonyoufeeltheneedforfurtherassistanceaftercontactingyourdealership management,youcanreachMazdaNorthAmericanOperationsbyoneofthreeways.

Logonat:www.mazdausa.com

Answerstomanyquestions,includinghowtolocateorcontactalocalMazda dealershipintheU.S.,canbefoundhere.Youcanalsosende-mailtoMazdaby clicking"contact"atthissite.

Byphoneat: 1(800)222-5500

Byletterat:

Attn:CustomerAssistance

MazdaNorthAmericanOperations

7755IrvineCenterDrive

Irvine, CA92618-2922

P.O.Box19734

Irvine, CA92623-9734

Inordertoserveyouefficientlyandeffectively,pleasehelpusbyprovidingthefollowing information:

1. Yourname, address, and telephonenumber

2. Yearandmodelofvehicle

3. VehicleIdentificationNumber(17digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver's side corner of the dash)

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CustomerAssistance

1. Purchasedate and current mileage
2. Your dealer's name and location
3. Yourquestion(s)

If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

CustomerAssistance

CustomerAssistance(Canada)

▼SatisfactionReviewProcess

YourcompleteandpermanentsatisfactionisofprimaryconcerntoMazda. All Authorized Mazda DealershaveboththeknowledgeandtoolstokcepyourMazdaintopcondition. In ourexperience,anyquestions,problems,orcomplaintsregardingtheoperationofyour Mazdaoranyothergeneralservicetransactionsaremosteffectivelyresolvedbyyour dealer. If the cause of your dissatisfaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal dealership procedures, were recommend that you take the following steps:

▼STEP1:ContacttheMazdaDealer

Discussthematterwithamemberofdealershipmanagement. If theServiceManagerhas alreadyreviewedyourconcerns, contacttheownerofthedealershiporitsGeneral Manager.

▼STEP2:ContacttheMazdaRegionalOffice

If you feel that you still require assistance, ask the dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative. If more expedient, contact Mazda Canada Inc. Regional Officenearest you for such arrangements. Regional Office address and phonenumbera shown (page 9-6).

▼STEP3:ContacttheMazdaCustomerRelationsDepartment

Ifstillnotsubstantiallysatisfied,contacttheCustomerRelationsDepartment,Mazda CanadaInc.,305MilnerAvenue,Suite400Scarborough,OntarioM1B3V4Canada TEL:[phone].

Provide the Department with the following information:

1. Yourname, address and telephone number
2. Yearandmodelofvehicle
3. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Refer to the "Vehicle Identification Labels" page of section 10 of this manual forth elocation of the VIN.
4. Purchasedate
5. Presentodometerreading
6. Yourdealer'snameandlocation
7. Thenature of your problem and/or cause of dissatisfaction

The Department, in cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative, will review the casetodetermine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction.

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CustomerAssistance

Pleaserecognizethattheresolutionofserviceproblemsinmostcasesrequirestheuseof yourMazdadealer'sservicefacilities,personnelandequipment.Weurgeyoutofollowthe abovethrestepsinsequenceformosteffectiveresults.

▼Mediation/ArbitrationProgram

Occasionally acustomer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda's Customer Satisfaction Program. If after exhausting the procedures in this manual your concern is still not resolved, you have another option.

MazdaCanadaInc.participatesinanarbitrationprogramadministeredbythe CanadianMotorVehicleArbitrationPlan(CAMVAP).CAMVAPwilladviseyouabout howyourconcernmaybereviewedandresolvedbyanindependentthirdpartythrough bindingarbitration.

YourcompletesatisfactionisthegoalofMazdaCanadaInc.andourdealers. Mazda'sparticipationinCAMVAPmakesavaluablecontributiontoourachievingthat goal.ThereisnochargeforusingCAMVAP.CAMVAPresultsarefast,fairandfinalasthe awardisbindingonbothyouandMazdaCanadaInc.

▼CanadianMotorVehicleArbitrationPlan(CAMVAP)

Ifaspecificitemofconcernarises,whereasolutioncannotbereachedbetweenanowner, Mazda,and/oroneofit'sdealers(thatallpartiescannotagrecupon),theownermaywish tousetheservicesofferedbytheCanadianMotorVehicleArbitrationPlan(CAMVAP).

CAMVAPusestheservicesofProvincialAdministratorstoassistconsumersinscheduling andpreparingfortheirarbitrationhearings. However, before you can proceed with CAMVAPyou must follow your Mazdadisputeresolutionprocessas outlined previously.

CAMVAPisfullyimplementedinallprovincesandterritories. ConsumerswishingtoobtainfurtherinformationabouttheProgramcanobtainan informationbookletfromyourdealer,theProvincialAdministratororthe CanadianMotorVehicleArbitrationPlanOfficeatthefollowingaddressortelephone number.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

CustomerAssistance

CanadianMotorVehicleArbitrationOffice

235YorklandBoulevard,suite300

NorthYork,Ontario

M2J4Y8

1(800)207-0685

Provincial Administrators may bereached locally as listed below:

Province/TerritoryCAMVAPNumber
BritishColumbia&YukonTerritorics(604)681-0312
Alberta&NorthwestTerritorics(403)426-0650
Saskatchewan(306)352-9259
Manitoba(204)942-7166
Ontario(416)596-8824
AtlanticCanada(902)422-5413
Quebcc(418)649-1330

▼RegionalOffices

REGIONALOFFICESAREASCOVERED
MAZDACANADAINC.WESTERNREGION8171ACKROYDROADSUITE2000RICIIMONDB.C.V6X3K1(604)303-5670	ALBERTA,BRITISHCOLUMBIA,MANITOBA,SASKATCIIEWAN,YUKON
MAZDACANADAINC.CENTRAL/ATLANTICREGION305MILNERAVENUESUITE400SCARBOROUGH,ONTARIOM1B3V41(800)263-4680	ONTARIO,NEWBRUNSWICK,NOVASCOTIA,PRINCEEDWARDISLAND,NEWFOUNDLAND
MAZDACANADAINC.QUEBECREGION6111ROUTETRANSCANADIENNEPOINTECLAIRE,QUEBECII9R5A5(514)694-6390	QUEBEC

CustomerInformationandReportingSafetyDefects

CustomerAssistance

Customer Assistance(Puerto Rico)

Yourcompleteandpermanentsatisfactionisourbusiness. ThatiswhyallAuthorized MazdaDealershavetheknowledgeandthetoolstokcepyourMazdavhicleintop condition.

If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazdavehicleorservicing by MazdaDealerpersonnel, were recommend that you take the following steps:

▼STEP1

DiscussthematterwithanAuthorizedMazdaDealer. Thisisthequickestandbestwayto addresstheissue.IfyourconcernhasnotbeenresolvedbytheCUSTOMERRELATIONS, SALES,SERVICE,orPARTSMANAGER,thenpleasecontacttheGENERAL MANAGERofthedelershiportheOWNER.

▼STEP2

If, after following STEP1, you feel the need for further assistance, please contact your area's Mazdare representative (Indicated on thenextpage).

Please help us by providing the following information:

1. Yourname, address, and telephonenumber
2. Yearandmodelofvehicle
3. VehicleIdentificationNumber(17digits,notedonyourregistrationortitlecorlocatedon theupperdriver'ssidecornerofthedash)
4. Purchasedate and current mileage
5. Yourdealer'snameandlocation
6. Yourquestion(s)

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

MazdaImporter/Distributors

Importer/Distributor

▼U.S.A.

MazdaNorthAmericanOperations

7755IrvineCenterDrive

Irvine,CA92618-2922U.S.A.

P.O.Box19734

Irvine,CA92623-9734U.S.A.

TEL:[phone](inU.S.A.)

[phone](outsideU.S.A.)

DistributorinEachArea

▼CANADA

MazdaCanadaInc.

305MilnerAvenue,Suite400

Scarborough,OntarioM1B3V4Canada

TEL:[phone](inCanada)

[phone](outsideCanada)

▼PUERTORICO

PlazaMotorsCorp.(MazdadePuerto Rico)

P.O.Box362722,SanJuan,PuertoRico

00936-2722

TEL:[phone]

▼GUAM

TripleJMotors

157SouthMarineDrive,Tamuning,

GUAM96911USA

P.O.Box6066Tamuning, Guam96931

TEL:[phone]

▼SAIPAN

PacificInternationalMarianas,Inc.

(d.b.a.MidwayMotors)

P.O.Box887Saipan,MP96950

TEL:[phone]

TripleJSaipan, Inc.

(d.b.a.TripleJMotors)

P.O.Box500487Saipan,MP96950-0487

TEL:[phone]

▼AMERICANSAMOA

Polynesia Motors, Inc.

P.O.Box1120,PagoPago,American

Samoa96799

TEL:[phone]

CustomerInformationandReportingSafetyDefects

Warranty

WarrantiesforYourMazda

• NewVehicleLimitedWarranty
• DistributorMajorComponentLimitedWarranty(Canadaonly)
  • SafetyRestraintSystemLimitedWarranty
  • Anti-perforationLimitedWarranty
  • FederalEmissionControlWarranty(U.S.A.only)
• EmissionDefectWarranty
• EmissionPerformanceWarranty
  • CaliforniaEmissionControlWarranty(U.S.A.only)
• EmissionControlWarranty(Canadaonly)
• ReplacementPartsandAccessoriesLimitedWarranty
• TireWarranty

NOTE

Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Warranty

OutsidetheUnitedStates

GovernmentregulationsintheUnitedStatesrequirethatautomobilesmeetspecific emissionregulationsandsafetystandards. Therefore,vehiclesbuiltforuseintheUnited Statesmaydifferfromthosesoldinothercountries.

The differences may make it difficult to even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. Westrongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modification to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements (CMVSS).

NOTE

The above is applicable for a permanent import/exports situation and not related to travelerson vacation.

You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of the United States:

• Recommended fuel maybe unavailable. Any kind of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine.
• Properrepairfacilities,tools,testingequipment,andreplacementpartsmaynotbe available.

PleaserefertoyourManufacturer's Warranty Bookletformoreinformation.

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Warranty

OutsideCanada

GovernmentregulationsinCanadarequirethatautomobilesmeetspecificemission regulationsandsafetyregulations. Therefore, vehiclesbuiltforuseinCanadamaydiffer fromthoseoldinothercountries.

The differences may make it difficult to even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. Westly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada. However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modification to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).

NOTE

The above is applicable for a permanent import/exports situation and not related to travelerson vacation.

YoumayhavethefollowingproblemsifyoudotakeyourvehicleoutsideofCanada:

• Recommendedfuelmaybeunavailable.Anykindofleadedfuelorlow-octanefuelwill affectvehicleperformanceanddamagetheemissioncontrolsandengine.
• Properrepairfacilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may not be available.

PleaserefertoyourManufacturer's WarrantyBookletformoreinformation.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Warranty

Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)

Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. Vehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries. In addition to registration problems, satisfactory servicemaybed difficult to even impossible in another country.

Thefuelspecifiedforyourvehiclemaybeunavailable.

Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle maybe unavailable.

TheremightnotbeanAuthorizedMazdaDealerinthecountryyouplantotakeyour vehicle.

TheMazdawarrantyisvalidonlyincertaincountries.

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Warranty

Add-OnNon-GenuinePartsandAccessories

Non-genuinepartsandaccessoriesforMazdavehiclescanbefoundinstores. Thesemayfityourvehicle,buttheyarenotapprovedbyMazdaforusewithMazda vehicles.Whenyouinstallnon-genuinepartsoraccessories,theycouldaffectyour vehicle'sperformancecorsafctysystem;theMazdawarrantydoesn'tcoverthis.Beforeyou installanynon-genuinepartsoraccessories,consultanAuthorizedMazdaDealer.

WARNING

InstallationofNon-GenuinePartsorAccessories: Installationofnon-genuinepartsoraccessoriesisdangerous.Improperlydesigned partsoraccessoriescouldseriouslyaffectyourvehicle'sperformanceorsafetysystem. Thiscouldcauseyoutohaveanaccidentorincreaseyourchancesofinjuriesinan accident.AlwaysconsultanAuthorizedMazdaDealerbeforeyouinstallnon-genuine partsoraccessories.

Add-On Electrical and Electronic Equipment: Incorrectly choosing or installing improvement for one equipment or choosing an improper installer is dangerous. Essentials system could be damaged, causing engine stalling, air-bag (SRS) activation, ABS in activation, or fire-in the vehicle. Bevery careful in choosing and installing additional electrical equipment, such as mobile telephones, two-way radios, stereosystems, and caralarms systems.

Mazdaassumesnoresponsibilityfordeath, injury, orexpensesthatmayresultfromthe installationofadd-onnon-genuinepartsoraccessories.

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

CellPhones

CellPhonesWarning

WARNING

UseofCellPhonesandOtherDevicesbyDriver:

Useofanyelectricaldevicessuchascellphones,computers,portableradios,vehicle navigationorotherdevicesbythedriverwhilethevehicleismovingisdangerous. Dialinganumberonacellphonewhiledrivingalsoties-upthedriver'shands.Useof thesedeviceswillcaussethedrivertobedistractedandcouldleadtoaseriousaccident. Ifapassengerisunabletousethedevice,pullofftheright-of-waytoasafearea beforeuse.Ifuseofacellphoneisnecessarydespitethiswarning,useahands-free systemtoatleastleavethehandsfreetodrivethevehicle.Neveruseacellphoneor otherelectricaldeviceswhilethevehicleismovingand,instead,concentrateonthe full-timejobofdriving. Pleasecomplytothelegalregulationsconcerningtheuseofcommunication equipmentinvehiclesinyourcountry.

CustomerInformationandReportingSafetyDefects

TypeApprovalofEquipment

TypeApprovalofEquipment

Immobilizer system

Type approval of the Antenna Coil Transceiver
Country	Approval Number
CDN	Canada: 3043104475A5 3
USA	FCC ID: NT8-15607PAT3XCVR

Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

UniformTireQualityGradingSystem(UTQGS)

UniformTireQualityGradingSystem(UTQGS)

This information relates to the tire gradings system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by treadwear, traction, and temperature performance.

▼TreadWear

Thetreadweargradeisacomparativeratingbasedonthewearrateofthetirewhentested undercontrolledconditionsonaspecifiedgovernmenttestcourse. Forexample, atiregraded150wouldwearone-and-a-halftimesaswellonthegovernment courseasatiregraded100.

The relative performance of the depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the norm because of variations in driving habits, service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

▼Traction-AA,A,B,C

Thetractiongrades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent the tire's ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions specified government tests surfaces of asphalt and concrete. At remarked C may have poor traction performance.

WARNING

Thetractiongradeassignedtothistireisbasedonbraking(straightahead)traction testsanddoesnotincludeaccelerationcornering(turning),hydroplaning,orpeak tractioncharacteristics.

▼Temperature-A,B,C

ThetemperaturegradesA(thehighest),B,andC,representthetire'sresistancetothe generationofheatanditsabilitytodissipateheatwhentestedundercontrolledconditions onaspecifiedindoorlaboratorytestwheel. Sustainedhightemperaturecancausethematerialofthetiretodegenerateandreducetire life,andexcessivetemperaturescanleadtosuddentirefailure.

GradeC correspondstoalevelofperformancewhichallpassengervehicletiresmustmeet undertheFederalMotorVehicleSafetyStandardNo.109.GradesBandArepresent higherlevelsofperformanceonthelaboratorytestwheelthantheminimumrequiredby law.

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UniformTireQualityGradingSystem(UTQGS)

WARNING

Thetemperaturegradeforthistireisestablishedforatirethatisproperlyinflatedand notoverloaded. Excessivespeed,underinflation,orexcessiveloading,either separatelyorincombination,cancauseheatbuildupandpossibletirefailure.

Thesegradeswillbeaddedtothesidewallsofpassengervehicletiresoverthenextseveral yearsaccordingtoascheduleestablishedbytheNHTSAandthetiremanufacturers.

ThegradeoftiresavailableasstandardoroptionalequipmentonMazdavehiclesmayvary withrespecttograde.

ALLPASSENGERVEHICLETIRESMUSTCONFORMTOTHESEGRADESAND TOALLOTHERFEDERALTIRE-SAFETYREQUIREMENTS.

▼UniformTireQualityGrading

Qualitygradescanbefoundwhereapplicableonthetiresidewallbetweentreadshoulder andmaximumsectionwidth. Forexample: Treadwear200TractionAATemperatureA

UTQGS MARK (example)

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ReportingSafetyDefects

ReportingSafetyDefects

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).

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Mazda Motor Corporation (Your Mazda Importer/Distributor).

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1 [phone] (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation. Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

NOTE

IfyouliveintheU.S.A.,allcorrespondencetoMazdaMotorCorporationsshouldbe forwardedto:

MazdaNorthAmericanOperations

7755, IrvineCenterDrive

Irvine, California92618-2922

P.O.Box19734

Irvine,CA92623-9734

CustomerAssistanceCenterortollfreeat1(800)222-5500

If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact then areest Mazda Distributor shown (page 9-8) in this booklet.

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ServicePublications

ServicePublications

Factory-authorizedMazdaservicepublicationsareavailableforownerswhowishtodo someoftheirownmaintenanceandrepair.

WhenrequestinganyofourpublicationsthroughanAuthorizedMazdaDealer,refertothe chartbelow.

If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.

PUBLICATIONORDERNUMBERPUBLICATIONDESCRIPTION
9999-95-063B-04R2004WORKSHIOPMANUAL(English)
9999-95-039G-04R2004WIRINGDIAGRAM(English)
9999-95-078C-04R(U.S.A.only)2004OWNER'SMANUAL
9999-EC-078C-04R(Canadaonly)2004OWNER'SMANUAL
9999-PR-078C-04R(PuertoRicoonly)2004OWNER'SMANUAL

▼WORKSHOPMANUAL:

Coversrecommendedmaintenanceandrepairproceduresofthedrivetrain,bodyand chassis.

▼WIRINGDIAGRAM:

Provideselectricalschematicsaswellascomponentlocationfortheentireelectrical system.

▼OWNER'SMANUAL:

Thisbookletcontainsinformationregardingthepropercareandoperationofyourvehicle. Thisisnotatechnician'smanual.

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10 Specifications

Technical information about your Mazda.

IdentificationNumbers....10-2 VehicleInformationLabels....10-2

Specifications....10-3 Specifications....10-3

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IdentificationNumbers

VehicleInformationLabels

▼VehicleIdentificationNumber

The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. Then number is on a plate attached to the left topside of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield.

Line drawing of a car interior showing a hand holding a small object, with an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

▼MotorVehicleSafetyStandard Label

Line drawing of a car seatbelt with a directional arrow indicating left side (no text or symbols)

▼VehicleEmissionControl InformationLabel

Line drawing of an open car hood with a directional arrow indicating movement (no text or symbols)

▼TirePressureLabel

Line drawing of a car seatbelt mechanism (no text or symbols)

▼EngineNumber(3.0-literengine only)

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Specifications

Specifications

▼Engine

Item	Specification
	2.3-literengine3.0-literengine
TypeDOHC-16Vin-line,4-cylinderDOHC-24V60°V,6-cylinder
Bore×Stroke87.5×94.0mm(3.44×3.70in)89.0×79.5mm(3.50×3.13in)
Displacement(2,261ml(2,261cc,137.9cuin)2,967ml(2,967cc,181.0cuin)
Compressionratio9.710.0

▼ElectricalSystem

Item			Classification
Battery			12V-50AH/5HR
Alternator	2.3-literengine		12V-90A
	3.0-literengine		12V-110A
Starter			12V-1.4kW
Spark-plugnumbcr	2.3-literengine	NGK	ITR6F13
	3.0-literengine	Motorcraft	AGSF22FSCM
Spark-pluggap	2.3-liter engine		1.25—1.35 mm (0.049—0.053 in)
	3.0-liter engine		1.29—1.45 mm (0.051—0.057 in)

▼LubricantQuality

Lubricant	Classification
	APIServicc	ILSAC
Engineoil*	SL	GF-III

* RefertotherecommendedSAEviscositynumbersonpage8-10.

Lubricant			Classification
Manualtransmission oil	2.3-literengine	Anytemperature	APIService	GL-4orGL-5
			SAE	75W-90
		Above10°C(50°F)	APIService	GL-4orGL-5
			SAE	80W-90
	3.0-literengine	APIService	GL-4orGL-5
		SAL	75W-90
Automatictransaxlcfluid			ATFM-V
Powersteeringfluid			ATFM-III,M-V,orequivalent (e.g.Dexron®III)
Brakefluid			SAEJ1703,orFMVSS|16DOT-3

Specifications

▼Capacities

(ApproximateQuantities)

Item			Unit
			LUSqtl	Impqt
Engineoil	2.3-liter engine	Withoilfilterreplacement4.34.53.8
		Withoutoilfilter replacement	3.94.13.4
	3.0-liter engine	Withoilfilterreplacement5.76.05.0
		Withoutoilfilter replacement	5.25.54.6
Coolant	2.3-literengine7.07.46.2
	3.0-literengine8.59.07.5
Manualtransaxleoil	2.3-literenginc2.873.02.5
	3.0-literengine2.32.42.0
Automatictransaxlefluid	2.3-literenginc7.27.66.3
	3.0-literenginc9.29.78.1
Fueltank6818.0(USgal)					15.0 (Impgal)

Checkoilandfluidlevelswithdipsticksorreservoirgauges.

▼Dimensions

ItemSpecification
Overalllength	Sedan4,745mm(186.8in)
	Hatchback4,745mm	^*3 (186.8in),4,765mm ^*4 (187.6in)
	Wagon	4,770mm ^*3 (187.8in),4,785mm ^*4 (188.4in)
Overallwidth		1,780mm(70.1in)
Overallheight	Sedan/1latchback	1,440mm(56.7in)
	Wagon	1,455mm(57.3in)
Fronttread		1,540mm ^*1 (60.6in),1,530mm ^*2 (60.2in)
Reartread		1,540mm ^*1 (60.6in),1,530mm ^*2 (60.2in)
Wheelbase		2,675mm(105.3in)

*1 16inchwheelvehicle

*2 17inchwheelvehicle

*3 Withoutlicenseplateholder

*4 Withlicenseplateholder

Specifications

▼Weights

ItemWeight
GVWR(GrossVehicleWeightRating)	Scdan1,958kg(4,317lb)
	Hatchback/Wagon2,032kg(4,480lb)
GAWR(GrossAxleWeightRating)	Sedan	Front1,070kg(2,359lb)
		Rcar888kg(1,958lb)
	Hatchback/Wagon	Front1,075kg(2,370lb)
		Rcar957kg(2,110lb)

▼AirConditioner

GascomplieswithSAEJ639Maximumoperatingcharge
HFC134a(R-134a)0.5kg(17.6oz)

▼LightBulbs

Exteriorlight

Lightbulb		Category
		WattageECERSAE
Headlights	Highbeam55H1—
	Lowbeam	55H1—
Frontturnsignallights		28 *1	—	#2357A
Parking lights		5	W5W	—
Foglights *		55H3—
Side-marker lights		5	W5W	—
High-mountbrakelight	Sedan/Wagon	18.4	W16W#921
	Hatchback	21	—	—
Rear turn signal lights		21	WY21W	—
Brake lights/Taillights		21/5	W21/5W	#7443
Taillights		5*2	W21/5W	#7443
Reverselights		18.4	W16W#921
License plate lights		5	W5W	—

*1 Usea28/7Wtypebulb.

*2 Usea21/5Wtypebulb.

Specifications

Interiorlight

Lightbulb		Category
		WattagcECER
Trunklight(Sedan)3—
Overheadlight/Maplights5W5W
Courtesylights5W5W
Vanitymirrorlights1.2—
Luggagecompartmentlight	Hatchback5—
	Wagon10—

▼Tires

NOTE

The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same typeoriginally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressureon page8-28.

Standard tire

Tiresize	Inflationpressure
	Front	Rear
P205/60R1691H	220kPa(2.2kgf/cm^2,32 psiorlb/po^2)	220kPa(2.2kgf/cm^2,32 psiorlb/po^2)
P215/50R1793V

Temporary spare tire

Tiresize	Inflationpressure
T115/70R15	420kPa(60psi)
T115/70D15	420kPa(60psi)

▼Fuses

Refer tothefuse ratingonpage8-38.

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Index

A

AccessorySocket....6-55

Add-OnNon-GenuinePartsand

Accessories....9-13

AirBagSystems....2-43

AirFilter....8-20

AmbientTemperatureDisplay......6-47

Antenna....6-16

Anti-LockBrakeSystem(ABS)......5-7

Warninglight....5-7

AppearanceCare....8-43

Ashtray....6-49

AudioSystem....6-16

Audiocontrolswitch....6-40

Audioset....6-23

Operatingtipsforaudio

system....6-16

Safetycertification....6-42

AutomaticTransaxle

Drivingtips....5-15

Fluid....8-17

Manualshiftmode....5-12

Shift-locksystem....5-11

Transaxleranges....5-10

B

Battery

Emergencystarting....7-16

Maintenance....8-26

Specifications....10-3

Beepsounds

Ignitionkeyreminder....5-37

Lights-onreminder....5-37

Seatbeltwarningbeep....5-37

BeforeStartingtheEngine......4-6

Aftergettingin....4-6

Beforegettingin....4-6

BodyLubrication....8-19

B

BottleHolder....6-51

Brake/Clutch

Fluid....8-15

Brakes

Anti-lockbrakesystem(ABS).....5-7

Footbrake....5-4

Padwearindicator....5-8

Parkingbrake....5-5

Warninglight....5-6

Break-InPeriod....4-7

BulbReplacement....8-31

C

Capacities....10-4

CarbonMonoxide......4-5

CargoSecuringLoops....6-53

CargoSub-Compartment......6-54

CatalyticConverter....4-3

CellPhones....9-14

CenterBox....6-52

CenterConsole....6-52

ChildRestraint

Installingchild-restraint

systems....2-31

LATCHchild-restraint

systems....2-38

ChildSafetyLocksforRearDoors.....3-9

CigaretteLighter....6-48

ClimateControlSystem....6-2

Gasspecifications....10-5

Clock....6-47

CourtesyLights....6-45

CruiseControl....5-16

CupHolder....6-50

CustomerAssistance....9-2

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Index

D

DashboardIllumination....5-26

DaytimeRunningLights....5-39

Defroster

Rearwindow....5-42

Dimensions....10-4

DoorLocks....3-7

DrivingInFloodedArea......4-10

DrivingTips....4-7

Automatictransaxle....5-15

Break-inperiod....4-7

Drivinginfloodedarea......4-10

Hazardousdriving......4-8

Money-savingsuggestions......4-7

Rockingthevehicle....4-8

Winterdriving....4-9

E

EmergencyStarting....7-16

Floodedengine....7-16

Jump-starting....7-17

Push-starting....7-19

Emergency Towing....7-20

EmissionControlSystem....4-3

Engine

Coolant....8-12

Exhaustgas....4-5

Hoodrelease....3-26

Oil....8-10

Overheating....7-14

Starting....5-3

EngineCompartmentOverview......8-9

EngineCoolant

Overheating....7-14

EngineCoolantTemperature

Gauge....5-25

ExhaustGas....4-5

Hazardwarning....5-44

Headlights....5-38

FlatTire....7-3

Changing....7-8

Sparetireandtoolstorage....7-3

Fluids

Classification....10-3

Ownermaintenance....8-7

FogLights....5-40

FootBrake....5-4

FrontSeats

(ElectricallyOperatedSeats)....2-5

FrontSeats

(ManuallyOperatedSeats)....2-2

Fuel

Fillerlidandcap....3-24

Gauge....5-26

Requirements......4-2

Tankcapacity....10-4

Fuses....8-38

Paneldescription....8-40

Replacement....8-38

G

GloveBox....6-52

H

Hatch....3-10

Luggagecompartmentcover.....3-11

Luggagestrap....3-11

HazardWarningFlasher....5-44

HazardousDriving....4-8

Index

H

Headlights

Control....5-38

Flashing....5-38

High-lowbeam....5-38

Onreminder....5-38

HomeLinkWirelessControl

System....5-44

HoodRelease....3-26

Horn....5-43

I

Ignition

Keys....3-2

Switch....5-2

IlluminatedEntrySystem......6-43

ImmobilizerSystem....3-29

IndicatorLights....5-28

CruiseMain....5-36

Cruiseset....5-36

Headlighthigh-beam....5-34

Security....5-34

Shiftposition....5-35

TCS....5-35

TCSOFF....5-35

Turn-signal/hazardwarning.....5-36

InformationDisplay....6-46

Ambienttemperaturedisplay.....6-47

Audiodisplay....6-48

Climatecontroldisplay......6-48

Clock....6-47

Displaydimmercancel

function....6-48

Informationdisplayfunctions....6-46

InstrumentCluster....5-23

InstrumentClusterDimmerSelect

Button....5-26

InteriorCare....8-48

I

InteriorLights....6-43

J

Jump-Starting....7-17

K

KeylessEntrySystem....3-3

Keys....3-2

L

LabelInformation....10-2

Lane-ChangeSignals....5-39

TrunkReleaselever....3-21

Liftgate....3-12

Luggagecompartmentcover.....3-14

Luggagecompartmentnet......3-15

LightBulbs

Replacement....8-31

Specifications....10-5

Lighter....6-48

LightingControl....5-38

LubricantQuality....10-3

LuggageCompartmentLight......6-45

M

Maintenance

Introduction......8-2

Ownermaintenanceprecautions...8-8

Ownermaintenanceschedule.....8-7

Scheduled....8-3

ManualTransaxleOperation....5-8

Recommendationsforshifting.....5-9

MapLights....6-44

Index

M

Mirrors

Outsidemirrors....3-34

Rearviewmirror....3-35

Money-SavingSuggestions......4-7

Moonroof....3-27

0

OdometerandTripMeter....5-24

OutsideMirrors....3-34

OverheadConsole....6-51

OverheadLights....6-44

Overheating....7-14

Overloading....4-10

P

PaintDamage....8-43

ParkingBrake....5-5

ParkinginanEmergency....7-2

PowerDoorLocks....3-8

PowerSteering....5-16

Fluid....8-16

PowerWindows....3-22

Push-Starting....7-19

R

RearDoorChildSafetyLocks......3-9

RearSeat....2-9

RearWindowDefroster....5-42

RearWindowWasher....5-42

RearWindowWiper....5-42

RearviewMirror....3-35

RecreationalTowing....7-21

RegisteringYourVehicleinAForeign

Country....9-12

RockingtheVehicle....4-8

S

SafetyDefects,Reporting....9-18

SeatBeltSystem

3-pointtype....2-19

Automaticlocking....2-18

Emergencylocking....2-18

Extender....2-25

Pregnantwomen....2-18

Pretensionerandloadlimiting....2-21

Rear-centerlap/shoulder.....2-23

Seatbeltprecautions....2-16

Warningbeep....2-27

Warninglight....2-26

Seats

Frontseat

(Electricallyoperatedseats)......2-5

Frontseat

(Manuallyoperatedseats)......2-2

Rearseat....2-9

SecuritySystem

Immobilizersystem....3-29

Theft-deterrentsystem....3-32

ServicePublications....9-19

SpareTireandToolStorage....7-3

Specifications....10-3

Speedometer....5-24

SRSAirBags

Airbagsystemdescription.....2-48

Supplementalrestraintsystems

precautions....2-43

Warninglight....2-53

StartingtheEngine....5-3

SteeringWheel....3-34

Horn....5-43

StorageBox....6-53

Index

S

StorageCompartments....6-51

Cargosecuringloops......6-53

Cargosub-compartment......6-54

Centerbox....6-52

Centerconsole....6-52

Glovebox....6-52

Overheadconsole....6-51

Storagebox....6-53

Storagepocket......6-52

StoragePocket....6-52

Sunshade....3-28

Sunvisors....6-43

T

Tachometer....5-25

TemporarySpareTire....8-29

Theft-DeterrentSystem....3-32

Tires

Flattire....7-3

Inflationpressure....8-28

Replacement....8-29

Rotation....8-28

Snowtires....4-9

Sparetireandtoolstorage....7-3

Specifications....10-6

Tirechains....4-9

Uniformtirequalitygradingsystem

(UTQGS)....9-16

Tool....7-3

Towing

Description....7-20

Emergencytowing....7-20

Recreationaltowing....7-21

Trailertowing....4-11

T

TractionControlSystem(TCS)......5-20

TCSindicatorlight....5-21

TCSOFFindicatorlight......5-21

TCSOFFswitch....5-21

TrailerTowing....4-11

TripMeter....5-24

TrunkLid....3-18

TrunkLight....3-20

TurnandLane-ChangeSignals.....5-39

V

VanityMirrors....6-43

VehicleInformationLabels.....10-2

W

WarningLights....5-28

ABS....5-32

Airbagsystem....5-32

Automaticetransaxle....5-34

Brakesystem....5-30

Chargingsystem....5-31

Checkengine....5-31

Door-ajar....5-33

Engineoilpressure....5-31

Frontseatbeltpretensioner

system....5-32

Lowfuel....5-33

Lowwasherfluidlevel....5-33

Seatbelt....5-33

Warranty....9-9

WasherFluid....8-18

Weights....10-5

WheelReplacement....8-30

Windows

Powerwindows....3-22

WindshieldWasher....5-41

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WindshieldWipers....5-41

Bladesreplacement....8-21

WinterDriving....4-9

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