2003 Mazda6
2003 Mazda6
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customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
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necessary, that’s the place to go.
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possible service.
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and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
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at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without
obligation.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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can do that in many ways.
You’ll find several WARNINGs,
Illustrations complement the words of the CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.
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Mazda. By reading your manual, you can
find out about the features, important WARNING
safety information, and driving under
various road conditions. A WARNING indicates a situation in
which serious injury or death could
result if the warning is ignored.
CAUTION
A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which bodily injury or damage to your
vehicle, or both, could result if the
caution is ignored.
The above symbol in this manual means
"Do not do this " or "Do not let this
happen". NOTE
Table of Contents
Interior Comfort 6
Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio
system.
In Case of an Emergency 7
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Specifications 10
Technical information about your Mazda.
Index 11
1-1
Dashboard Overview
Glove box
(page 6-53)
Center console
(page 6-53)
1-2
Interior Overview
1-3
Exterior Overview
Tires
(page 8-25)
Hood
(page 3-17)
1-4
Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and
child-restraint systems.
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Seats
▼ Seat Slide
Front Seats
(Manually operated seats)
(Manually operated seats)
WARNING
WARNING
Driver’s Seat Adjustment:
Securing the Seats: Adjusting the driver’s seat while the
Adjustable seats and seatbacks that vehicle is moving is dangerous. The
are not securely locked are driver could lose control of the vehicle
dangerous. In a sudden stop or and have an accident. Adjust the
collision, the seat or seatback could driver’s seat only when the vehicle is
move, causing injury. Make sure the stopped.
adjustable components of the seat are
locked in place by attempting to slide To move a seat forward or backward, raise
the seat forward and backward and the lever and slide the seat to the desired
rocking the seatback. position and release the lever.
CAUTION
• The seat-bottom power adjustment
is operated by motors. Avoid
extended operation because Make sure the lever returns to its original
excessive use can damage the position and the seat is locked in place by
motors. attempting to push it forward and
• To prevent the battery from running backward.
down, avoid using the power
adjustment when the engine is
stopped. The adjuster uses a great
amount of electric power.
• Don’t use the switch to make more
than one adjustment at a time.
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Seats
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Seats
Make sure the lever returns to its original ▼ Seat Height Adjustment (Driver’s
position and the seatback is locked in Seat)
place by attempting to push it forward and
backward. (Manually operated seats)
To raise the seat, pull up the lever. Release
the lever at the desired position.
CAUTION
To lower the seat, push down the lever.
When returning a rear-reclined
Release the lever at the desired position.
seatback to its upright position, make
sure you support the seatback while
Up
operating the seatback lever. If the
seatback is not supported, it will flip
forward suddenly and could cause
injury.
Down
Lever
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Seats
Height adjustment
(Electrically operated seats)
Raise the seat by pulling up on the center
Front height adjustment of the switch. Release the switch at the
desired position.
To adjust the front height of the seat-
bottom, raise or lower the front of the
Lower the seat by pressing down on the
slide lifter switch on the left side of the
center of the switch. Release the switch at
seat.
the desired position.
Switch
Switch
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Seats
Height adjustment ON
To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the
desired position.
OFF
To lower the head restraint, press the stop-
catch release, then push the head restraint
down. NOTE
Stop-catch release The thermostat regulates seat
temperature by turning the current on
and off.
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Seats
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Seats
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Seats
WARNING
Seat Belts Caught Under Seatbacks:
A seat belt caught under a seatback
after the seatback is returned to its
upright position is dangerous. In a
collision or sudden stop, the seat belt
cannot provide adequate protection.
Always make sure the seat belts are
fully pulled out from under the
seatbacks.
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All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way
when not in use.
The driver’s seat belt has no provisions for child-restraint systems and has only an
emergency locking mode. 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 for child-restraint systems, automatic locking mode.
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WARNING
Not Wearing Seat Belts:
Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants not
wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown
out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed. In the same
collision, occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer. Always wear your seat
belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained.
CAUTION
Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keep them
clean.
Ring
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Belt
Too high
WARNING
Tongue Positioning the Lap Portion of the
Seat Belt:
The lap portion of the seat belt worn
too high is dangerous. In a collision,
this would concentrate the impact
force directly on the abdominal area,
causing serious injury. Wear the lap
Buckle portion of the belt snugly and as low
as possible.
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Shoulder belt
adjuster
NOTE
If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it
for kinks and twists. If it is still not
retracting properly, have it inspected at
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Positioning the Shoulder Portion of
the Seat Belt:
Improper positioning of the shoulder
portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
Always make sure the shoulder
portion of the seat belt is positioned
across your shoulder and near your
neck, but never under your arm, on
your neck, or on your upper arm.
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NOTE
WARNING
• The pretensioner system will only
Modification or Testing of the activate in a moderate or greater
Pretensioner System: frontal or near-frontal collision. It
Modifying the components or wiring will not activate in most rollovers,
of the pretensioner system, including side or rear impacts.
the use of electronic testing devices is
dangerous. You could accidentally • Some smoke (non-toxic gas) will be
activate it or make it inoperable which released when the air bags and
would prevent it from activating in an pretensioners deploy. This does not
accident. The occupants could be indicate a fire. This gas normally
seriously injured. Never modify the has no effect on occupants,
components or wiring, or use however, those with sensitive skin
electronic testing devices on the may experience light skin irritation.
pretensioner system. If residue from the deployment of
the air bags or the front pretensioner
Pretensioner System Disposal: system gets on the skin or in the
Improper disposal of the pretensioner eyes, wash it off as soon as possible.
system or a vehicle with non-
deactivated pretensioners is
dangerous. Unless all safety
procedures are followed, injury could
result. Ask an Authorized Mazda
Dealer how to safely dispose of the
pretensioner system or how to scrap a
pretensioner-equipped vehicle.
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(A)
(B)
If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
system is OK, the warning light comes on
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position or after the engine is cranked.
After about 6 seconds it goes out.
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WARNING WARNING
Fastening the Rear-Center Seat Belt Positioning the Lap Portion of the
with Only One Buckle: Seat Belt:
Fastening the rear-center seat belt The lap portion of the seat belt worn
with only one buckle is dangerous. If too high is dangerous. In a collision,
only one pair of seat belt tongue and this would concentrate the impact
buckle, either tongue (A) and anchor force directly on the abdominal area,
buckle (B) or tongue (C) and anchor causing serious injury. Wear the lap
buckle (D), is fastened, the seat belt portion of the belt snugly and as low
cannot provide full protection. In a as possible.
sudden stop or collision, the user
could slide under the belt and suffer ▼ Unfastening the Seat Belt
serious injuries. Always make sure
that both pairs of seat belt tongues Depress the button on the buckle.
and buckles are fastened properly.
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CAUTION
Always unfasten the lap portion of the
belt before folding the rear-left
seatback. Leaving the lap portion of
the belt fastened could cause damage
to the seat belt, buckle and seatback.
NOTE
After returning the rear-left seatback to
its upright position, fasten the lap
portion of the belt.
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Child Restraint
You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada.
Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety
of children riding in your vehicle.
Whatever child-restraint system you consider, please pick the appropriate one for the age
and size of the child, obey the law and follow the instructions that come with the individual
child-restraint system.
A child who has outgrown child-restraint systems should sit in the rear and use seat belts,
both lap and shoulder. If the shoulder belt crosses the neck or face, move the child closer to
the center of the vehicle in the outboard seats, and towards the buckle on the right if the
child is seated in the center seat.
Statistics confirm that the rear seat is the best place for all children up to 12 years of age-
the more so with a supplemental restraint system (air bags).
A rear-facing child-restraint system should NEVER be used in the front seat because it
would be too close to the air bag. The front passenger’s seat is also the least preferred seat
for other child-restraint systems.
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Child Restraint
WARNING
Proper Size of Child-Restraint System:
For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be
properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and
size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident.
Follow the Manufacturer’s Instructions and Always Keep the Child-Restraint System
Buckled Down:
An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it
could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure
the child-restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child-restraint
system manufacturer’s instructions. When not in use, remove it from the vehicle or
fasten it with a seat belt, or latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH
child-restraint systems.
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Child Restraint
WARNING
Children and Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags:
Allowing anyone to lean over or against the front or rear doors is dangerous. If the
vehicle is equipped with side and curtain air bags, the impact of inflation could cause
serious injury or death to the person. Children are more likely to sleep in the vehicle;
when they do, they are more at risk in the front passenger’s seat that have a side air
bag because they may slump over into the path of the air bags.Furthermore, leaning
over or against the doors could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the
advantages of supplemental protection.With the front air bag and the additional side
air bag that comes out of the front seat, the rear seat is always a better location for
children who are prone to sleeping. Do not allow a child to lean over or against the
doors, even if the child is seated in a child-restraint system.
CAUTION
A seat belt or child-restraint system can become very hot in a closed vehicle during
warm weather. To avoid burning yourself or a child, check them before you or your child
touches them.
NOTE
Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially
designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. When using these anchors to
secure a child-restraint system, refer to "LATCH Child-Restraint Systems" (page 2-29).
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Child Restraint
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Child Restraint
Open
Cover
NOTE
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Child Restraint
NOTE
To check if your Mazda front seats
have side air bags:
Every Mazda side air bag will have a
"SRS-Air Bag" label on the outboard
shoulder of the front seats.
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Child Restraint
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Child Restraint
NOTE
• Inspect this function before each
use of the child-restraint system.
You should not be able to pull the
shoulder belt out of the retractor
while the system is in the automatic
locking mode. When you remove
the child-restraint system, be sure
the belt fully retracts to return the
system to emergency locking mode
before occupants use the seat belts.
• Follow the child-restraint system
manufacturer’s instruction carefully.
Depending on the type of child-
restraint system, it may not employ
seat belts which are in automatic
locking mode.
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Child Restraint
WARNING
Manufacturer’s Instructions for Child-Restraint System:
An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous. In a sudden stop or a collision it
could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants. Make sure
the child-restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child-restraint
system manufacturer’s instructions.
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Child Restraint
LATCH
lower anchor Open
Tether strap
position Tether strap
NOTE
The markings above the LATCH lower
anchors indicate the locations of
LATCH lower anchors for the
attachment of a child-restraint system.
WARNING
Child-Restraint Tether Usage:
Using the tether to secure anything
but a child-restraint system is
dangerous. This could weaken or
damage the tether or tether anchor
and result in injury. Use the tether
and tether anchor only for a child-
restraint system.
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Child Restraint
LATCH
lower anchor
Anchor
bracket
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Child Restraint
WARNING
Child-Restraint Tether Usage:
Using the tether to secure anything
but a child-restraint system is
dangerous. This could weaken or
damage the tether or tether anchor
and result in injury. Use the tether
and tether anchor only for a child-
restraint system.
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The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify
"SRS AIR BAG" location indicator marks).
They are located in:
The air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide supplemental protection
only in the front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only in
same-side collisions, so seat belts become important in the following ways:
Without seat belt usage, the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident.
Seat belt usage is necessary to:
• Keep the passenger away from an inflating air bag.
• Reduce the possibility of injuries during an accident that is not designed for air bag
inflation, such as roll-over or rear impact.
• Reduce the possibility of injuries in frontal or side collisions that are not severe enough
to activate the air bags.
• Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle.
• Reduce the possibility of injuries to lower body and legs during an accident because the
air bags provide no protection to these parts.
• Hold the driver in a position which allows better control of the vehicle.
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WARNING
Air Bags without Seat Belts:
Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous.
Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be
expected to inflate only in collisions with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at
least moderate. Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts.
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WARNING
Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags:
Sitting too close to the side and curtain air bag storage compartments or placing
hands on them is extremely dangerous. The side and curtain air bags inflate with
great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat, and the front
and rear window pillars along the roof edge, expanding along the front and rear
doors on the side the car is hit.
Serious injury could occur if someone is sitting too close to the door or leaning
against a window, or if rear seat occupants grab the sides of the front seatbacks.
Furthermore, sleeping up against the door or hanging out the windows in the vehicle
could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of
supplemental protection. Give the side and curtain air bags room to work by sitting in
the center of the seat while the vehicle is moving with seat belts worn properly.
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WARNING
Hot Air Bag Inflators:
Hot air bag inflators are dangerous. Immediately after inflation, the inflators in the
steering wheel, dashboard, seatbacks, or the front and rear window pillars and along
the roof edge are very hot. You could get burned. Don’t touch the internal components
of the air bag storage areas after the bags have inflated.
Suspension Adjustment:
Adjusting the vehicle 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.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the side and curtain air bag wiring, don’t place luggage or other
objects under the front seats.
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NOTE
• When an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be
released. Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the air bags may
cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.
• Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems
and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner’s Manual, is
important.
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*If equipped.
*1
The driver’s seat slide position sensor determines whether the driver’s seat is fore or aft
of a reference position. The sensor is designed to control the deployment of the driver’s
air bag depending on how close the driver’s seat is to the steering wheel.
*2
The buckle switches on the front seat belts determine whether or not the front seat belts
are securely fastened and further control the deployment of the air bags on the front
seats.
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*3The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages. During an
impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during
more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy.
Deployment of the front air bags may differ between the driver and the front passenger
depending on the driver’s seat position and front seat belt usage, which allow for further
controlling of the system.
▼ How the Air Bags Work
When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal or side impact of greater than moderate force,
an electrical current is sent to the inflators.
Gases are produced to inflate the air bags and after the inflation, the air bags quickly
deflate.
The air bags will function only once. After that, the air bags will not work again and
must be replaced.
Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems.
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Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater Frontal impact within about a 30 degree
than about 22 km/h (14 mph). range from head-on to the vehicle.
Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard Driving into a big hole or hitting the far
object. side of a hole.
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Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail
cosmetic damage but may not have enough gate may not provide the stopping force
impact to activate the air bag. necessary for air bag deployment.
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Collision from the rear. Vehicle roll-over, may deploy the side* and
curtain* air bags but not the front air bags.
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Frontal offset impact may not provide Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough
enough side impact to deploy the side* and side force to deploy the side* and curtain*
curtain* air bags. air bags.
Side impacts involving trees or poles can Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles
cause severe cosmetic damage but may not may not provide enough force to deploy the
have enough impact force to activate the side* and curtain* air bags.
side* and curtain* air bags.
Collision from the rear. Collision from the front, but it may deploy
the front air bags.
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• SAS unit
• Front air bag sensor
• Air bag modules
• Side* and curtain* air bag crash sensor
If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner
(*If equipped.) system is OK, the warning light comes on
• Front seat belt pretensioners when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position or after the engine is cranked.
• Related wiring After about 6 seconds it goes out.
• Driver’s seat slide position sensor
A system malfunction is indicated when
• Front seat belt buckle switches the warning light constantly flashes, stays
on or doesn’t come on at all when the
A diagnostic module continuously ignition switch is turned to the ON
monitors the systems’ readiness. This position. If any of these occur, consult an
begins when the ignition switch is turned Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
to the ON position and continues while possible. The system may not work in an
the vehicle is being driven. accident.
WARNING
Self-Servicing the Air Bag/
Pretensioner Systems:
Self-servicing or tampering with the
systems is dangerous. An air bag/
pretensioner could accidentally
activate or become disabled. This
could cause serious injuries. Never
tamper with the systems and always
have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform all servicing and repairs.
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▼ Maintenance
The air bag systems do not require regular WARNING
maintenance. But if any of the following
occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Damaged Air Bag Sensors:
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: Driving with damaged air bag sensors
is dangerous. A collision, even one
• The air bag system warning light not strong enough to inflate the air
flashes. bags, could damage the sensors. If
• The air bag system warning light stays there was a subsequent collision, a
on. damaged sensor would not inflate the
air bags. Always have an Authorized
• The air bag system warning light stays Mazda Dealer inspect the air bag
off when the ignition switch is turned systems after a collision.
to the ON position.
• The air bags inflate. Removing Interior Parts:
Removing any components such as
the front seat, front dashboard, the
steering wheel or parts on the front
and rear window pillars* and along
the roof edge*, containing air bag
parts or sensors is dangerous. These
parts contain essential air bag parts.
The air bag could accidentally
activate and cause serious injuries.
Always have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer remove these parts.
*
If equipped with side or curtain air
bags.
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3-1
Primary Secondary
CAUTION Lock Operates
key key
Ignition switch and
• To avoid damage to the key, do not: steering column lock
Yes Yes
3-2
This system locks and unlocks the doors • The keyless entry system is
and opens the trunk. designed to operate up to about 2.5
It can also help you signal for attention in m (8 ft) from the center of the
an emergency. vehicle, but this may vary because
Press the button slowly and accurately. of local conditions.
• The system doesn’t operate when
CAUTION the ignition switch is in the ON
position.
To avoid damage to the transmitter, do
• If the transmitter does not operate
not:
when pressing a button or the
• Drop it. operation range becomes too small,
• Get it wet. the battery may be dead. To install a
new battery, refer to Maintenance
• Disassemble it. (page 3-5).
• Expose it to heat or sunlight. • Additional transmitters can be
obtained at an Authorized Mazda
Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be
used with the keyless entry system
per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer when
the electronic codes need to be
reset.
3-3
NOTE
NOTE
After unlocking with the transmitter,
If the LOCK and UNLOCK button are all doors will automatically lock if one
pressed sequentially, the hazard of the doors is not opened within about
warning lights may not flash correctly. 30 seconds.
Trunk button
To open the trunk, press the button.
Panic button
You can use the button to turn on the
alarm, which allows you to signal for
attention in an emergency.
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▼ Transmitter Maintenance
NOTE
The alarm will work whether any door CAUTION
is open or closed.
• Make sure the battery is installed
Turning on the alarm with the correct pole facing upward.
Battery leakage could occur if it is
Pressing the button once will trigger the
not installed correctly.
alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds,
and do the following: • When replacing the battery, be
careful not to bend the electrical
• The horn sounds intermittently.
terminals or get oil on them. Also
• The hazard warning lights flash. be careful not to get dirt in the
transmitter as it could damage it.
Turning off the alarm
• Danger of battery explosion if it is
Press any button on the transmitter.
incorrectly replaced.
• Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2025 or the equivalent).
• Dispose of used batteries according
to the following instructions.
• Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.
• Never disassemble.
• Never throw the battery into fire
and/or water.
• Never deform or crush.
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B
Back cover
Front
Front of
cover
holder
2. Press the portion of the battery
indicated by A and remove the battery.
CAUTION
Do not press any buttons when
replacing the battery. The electronic
code could be altered and cause the
keyless entry system to malfunction.
If the keyless entry system fails to
operate, contact an Authorized Mazda
A Dealer.
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▼ Service
Door Locks
If you have a problem with the keyless
entry system, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer. WARNING
If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring Unattended Children and Pets:
all remaining transmitters to an Leaving a child or an animal
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as unattended in a parked vehicle is
possible for a replacement and to make dangerous. In hot weather,
the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. temperatures inside a vehicle can
become high enough to cause brain
CAUTION damage or even death. Always take all
children and animals with you or
Changes or modifications not leave a responsible person with them.
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void Keys and Children:
the user’s authority to operate the Leaving children in a vehicle with the
equipment. ignition key is dangerous. This could
result in someone being badly injured
or even killed. They could play with
power windows or other controls, or
even make the vehicle move. Don’t
leave the keys in your vehicle with
children.
Unlocked Doors:
Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle
are dangerous. Passengers can fall
out if a door is accidentally opened
and can more easily be thrown out in
an accident. So keep all doors locked
when driving.
NOTE
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▼ Locking, Unlocking with Key To lock any door with the door-lock
button from the outside, push its door-
The driver’s door can be locked/unlocked lock button and close the door.
with the key. This does not operate the other door lock.
Turn the key toward the front to unlock,
toward the back to lock. Door-lock button
Unlock
Lock
NOTE
▼ Locking, Unlocking with
Transmitter • Lockout prevention keeps you from
locking the driver’s door with the
The doors can be locked/unlocked by key in the ignition switch at ACC or
operating the keyless entry system LOCK.
transmitter, refer to keyless entry system If you try to lock the driver’s door
(page 3-3). when the key is in the ignition
switch and any door is open, the
▼ Locking, Unlocking with Door- door lock immediately unlocks.
Lock Button
• When locking the doors this way, be
To lock any door from the inside, push its careful not to leave the key inside
door-lock button. the vehicle.
To unlock, pull it out.
This does not operate the other door lock.
Lock
Unlock
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Unlock
Lock
Unlock
Lock
Lock
Unlock
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CAUTION
For vehicles equipped with a rear
spoiler, do not lift the trunk lid by the
spoiler. Lifting up the trunk lid by the
rear spoiler could cause damage to the
rear spoiler and the trunk lid.
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Opening the trunk lid with the key Closing the trunk lid
Insert the primary key into the slot and Use both hands to push the trunk lid down
turn it clockwise. until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.
The secondary key will not operate this Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is
lock (page 3-2). secure.
▼ Remote Trunk Lid Release Lock-
Out
As an added security feature, the remote
Open release may be canceled to prevent
anyone from opening the trunk without
the primary key.
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▼ Trunk Light
Trunk Release Slide Lever
The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it’s closed. Your vehicle is equipped with a trunk
release slide lever that provides a means
of escape for children and adults in the
event they become locked inside the
trunk.
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CAUTION
To prevent burning out the fuse and
damaging the power window system,
don’t open or close more than two
windows at once.
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Close
WARNING
Unintentional Window Operation:
Unintentional window operation is
dangerous. A person’s hands, head,
Open or neck could be caught by the
window and result in serious injury.
Unless a passenger needs to operate a
window, keep the power window lock
switch in the locked position.
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▼ Fuel-Filler Lid
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid
release.
WARNING
Fuel Spray:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
when ingested. Fuel spray is released
when there is pressure in the fuel
tank and the fuel cap is removed too
quickly. When removing the fuel cap, Remote fuel-filler
loosen the cap slightly and wait for lid release
any hissing to stop. Then remove it.
Open
CAUTION
Close
Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel
cap or an approved equivalent,
available at Authorized Mazda
Dealers. The wrong cap can result in a
serious malfunction of the fuel and
emission control systems. It may also
cause the check engine light in the
instrument cluster to illuminate.
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CAUTION Hood
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is ▼ Opening the Hood
tightened securely. The check engine 1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
light comes on when the cap isn’t release handle to unlock the hood.
tightened securely. If the light remains
on (even after you have tightened the
cap securely, driven, and restarted the
engine several times), it may indicate a
different problem. Contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
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Slide switch
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▼ Sunshade
NOTE
The sunshade can be opened and closed
After washing your Mazda or after a by hand.
rain, wipe the water off the sunroof
before operating it. The sunshade opens automatically when
the sunroof is opened, but must be closed
▼ Tilt Operation by hand.
The rear of the sunroof can be tilted open
to provide more ventilation. Sunshade
Tilt up
CAUTION
Close The sunshade doesn’t tilt. To avoid
damaging the sunshade, don’t push up
on it.
▼ Slide Operation
To open to any position, press the rear of
the slide switch.
Open
Close
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Security System
▼ Operation
Immobilizer System
Arming
The immobilizer system allows the engine
The system is armed when the ignition
to start only with a key the system
recognizes. switch is turned from the ON to the ACC
position.
The security indicator light in the
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key, the engine will instrument panel flashes every 2 seconds
until the system is disarmed.
not start, thereby helping to prevent the
theft of your vehicle.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the Disarming
equipment.
The system is disarmed when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position with
NOTE the correct ignition key.
The security indicator light illuminates for
This device complies with part 15 of about 3 seconds and goes out.
the FCC Rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject If the engine doesn’t start with the correct
to the following two conditions: (1) ignition key, and the security indicator
This device may not cause harmful light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
interference, and (2) this device must system may have a malfunction. Consult
accept any interference received, an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
including interference that may cause
undesired operation. (Outside
transmissions may momentarily
interfere with the device’s operation.)
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Security System
▼ Maintenance
NOTE
If you have a problem with the
• If the warning light comes on and immobilizer system or the key, consult an
stays on when the ignition switch is Authorized Mazda Dealer.
turned to the ON position, the
engine will not start.
CAUTION
• Signals from a TV or radio station,
or from a transceiver or a mobile • To avoid damage to the key, do not:
telephone, could interfere with your
• Drop the key.
immobilizer system. If you are
• Get the key wet.
using the proper key and your
• Expose the key to any kind of
engine fails to start, check the
magnetic field.
warning light. If it is flashing,
• Expose the key to high
remove the ignition key and wait 2
temperatures on places such as
seconds or more, then reinsert it and
the dashboard or hood, under
try starting the engine again. If it
direct sunlight.
doesn’t start after 3 or more tries,
contact an Authorized Mazda • When starting the engine, do not let
Dealer. the following materials touch the
key grip. The engine may not start:
• If the warning light flashes
continuously while you are driving, • Spare keys.
don’t shut off the engine. Go to an • Keys for other vehicles equipped
Authorized Mazda Dealer and have with an immobilizer system.
it checked. If you shut off the • Metal objects that touch or pass
engine while the light is flashing through the hole in the key.
you won’t be able to restart it. • Devices for electronic purchases,
and security passage.
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Security System
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Security System
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Security System
▼ Theft-Deterrent Labels
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Selector switch
Outside mirror
2. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the
steering column length to the desired
positions, push the lever up to lock the Perimeter switch
column.
3. Push the wheel up and down to be
certain it’s locked before driving.
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After adjusting the mirror, lock the Reducing glare from headlights
control by placing the selector switch in
Manual day/night mirror
the middle position.
Push the day/night lever forward for day
Mirror defroster
driving. Pull it back to reduce glare of
If your vehicle has mirror defrosters, turn headlights from cars at the rear.
them on by turning the ignition on and
pushing the rear window defroster switch
Day/Night lever
(page 5-41).
▼ Rearview Mirror
WARNING
Day
Blocked View:
Night
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror,
which might cause you to hit another Auto-dimming mirror
car when changing lanes. Don’t stack
things higher than the seatbacks. The auto-dimming mirror automatically
reduces glare of headlights from cars at
Rearview mirror adjustment the rear when the ignition is in the ON
position.
Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear Press the OFF button ( ) to cancel the
window. automatic dimming function. The
indicator light will go off.
NOTE To reactivate the automatic dimming
function, press the ON button ( ). The
For the manual day/night mirror, indicator light will illuminate.
perform the adjustment with the day/
night lever in the day position.
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NOTE
• Do not use glass cleaner or suspend
objects on or around the light
sensor. Otherwise, light sensor
sensitivity will be affected and may
not operate normally.
Light sensor
Light sensor
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Fuel Requirements
Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
Fuel with a lower rating could cause the emission control system to lose effectiveness. It
could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.
Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
*U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps.
CAUTION
• USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter or the oxygen sensor. The lead will
accumulate on the oxygen sensor and the catalyst inside the converter. This will result
in a malfunction of the emission control system, causing poor performance.
• Your vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10% ethanol by
volume. Damage to your vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this
recommendation, or if the gasoline contains any methanol. Stop using gasohol of any
kind if your vehicle engine is performing poorly.
• Never add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those specified
by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally
referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your
vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10%. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as
ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name "Gasohol".
Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not
be covered by the Mazda warranty.
• Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol.
• Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.
• Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.
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WARNING
Parking Over Things That Burn:
Parking over or near anything inflammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous. Even
with the engine turned off, the exhaust system could ignite it because the exhaust
system gets very hot during normal use. A resulting fire could cause serious injury or
death. Never park over or near anything inflammable.
CAUTION
Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on the catalyst inside
the converter or cause the converter to get very hot. Either condition will damage the
converter and cause poor performance.
• USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
• Don’t drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction.
• Don’t coast with the ignition switch turned off.
• Don’t descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.
• Don’t operate the engine at high idle for more than 5 minutes.
• Don’t tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must
be made by a qualified technician.
• Don’t try to push-start or pull-start your vehicle.
NOTE
Under U.S. federal law, any modification 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 a used vehicle is also subject to penalties.
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WARNING
Carbon Monoxide:
Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is
colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness
and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open
and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately.
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Driving Tips
WARNING
Coasting:
Turning off the engine to coast down
a hill is dangerous. This causes the
loss of power steering and power
brake control. Any loss of steering or
braking control could cause an
accident. Never turn off the engine
and coast down a hill.
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Driving Tips
WARNING WARNING
Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Spinning the Wheels:
Downshifting into lower gear while When the vehicle is stuck, spinning
driving on slippery surfaces is the wheels at high speed is dangerous.
dangerous. The sudden change in tire The spinning tire could overheat and
speed could cause the tires to skid. explode. This could cause serious
This could lead to loss of vehicle injuries. Don’t spin the wheels at
control and an accident. If it is more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and
necessary to downshift on slippery don’t allow anyone to stand behind a
surfaces, be very careful. wheel when pushing the vehicle.
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Driving Tips
WARNING
Mixing Tire Types:
Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle’s handling
could be greatly affected and result in
an accident. Use only the same size
and type tires (snow, radial, or non-
radial) on all four wheels.
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Driving Tips
WARNING WARNING
Driving with Wet Brakes: Vehicle Load Weight:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
Increased stopping distance or the and the gross vehicle weight rating
vehicle pulling to one side when (GVWR) of your vehicle are on the
braking could result in a serious Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label
accident. Light braking will indicate on the driver’s door frame. Exceeding
whether the brakes have been these ratings can cause an accident or
affected. Dry the brakes by driving vehicle damage. You can estimate the
very slowly and applying the brakes weight of your load by weighing the
lightly until brake performance items (or people) before putting them
returns to normal. in the vehicle. Be careful not to
overload your vehicle.
CAUTION
Make sure water does not enter the
vehicle interior or the engine area. The
vehicle interior could become wet or
the engine could be damaged.
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Towing
Trailer Towing
Never tow a trailer with your Mazda.
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Automatic transaxle
Ignition Switch
When turning the ignition switch to the
▼ Ignition Switch Positions LOCK position, keep the shift lever in P.
ON
ACC
LOCK Shift lever
engaged in P
(park)
LOCK
The steering wheel locks to protect
WARNING
against theft. Only in this position can the Removing the Key:
key be removed. It’s dangerous to remove the key from
Manual transaxle the ignition switch while the vehicle is
moving. Removing the key allows the
When turning the ignition switch to the steering wheel to lock. You will lose
LOCK position, push the key in at the steering control and a serious
ACC position. accident could occur.
Remove the key only when the vehicle
is parked.
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NOTE
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NOTE
5-4
▼ Parking Brake
WARNING
Driving with the Engine Off:
CAUTION
Continuing to drive when the engine Driving with the parking brake on will
is stalled or turned off is dangerous. cause excessive wear of the brake
Braking will require more effort, and linings or pads.
the brake’s power-assist could be
depleted if you pump the brake. This Setting the parking brake
will cause longer stopping distances
or even an accident. Don’t continue Depress the brake pedal, then pull the
driving when the engine is stalled or brake handle fully upward.
turned off, find a safe place to stop.
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WARNING
ABS Warning Light and Brake
Warning Light on at the Same Time:
Driving when the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
are on at the same time is dangerous. When you hear this noise, consult an
When both lights are on, the rear Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
wheels could lock more quickly in an possible.
emergency stop than under normal
circumstances.
Don’t drive with both lights on, and WARNING
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
to have the brakes inspected as soon Driving with Worn Disc Pads:
as possible. Driving with worn disc pads is
dangerous. The brakes could fail and
cause a serious accident. As soon as
you hear a screeching noise consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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NOTE
The shift pattern of the transaxle is
conventional, as shown. If shifting to reverse is difficult, shift
into neutral, release the clutch pedal,
Press the clutch pedal all the way down and try again.
while shifting; then release it slowly.
▼ Recommendations for Shifting
A safety feature prevents accidental
shifting from 5 to reverse. The shift lever Upshifting
must be put in neutral before being shifted 2.3-liter engine
to reverse.
For normal acceleration, we recommend
these shift points.
WARNING 1 to 2 26 km/h (16 mph)
2 to 3 45 km/h (28 mph)
Sudden Engine-Braking: 3 to 4 53 km/h (33 mph)
Shifting down while driving on wet, 4 to 5 63 km/h (39 mph)
snowy, or frozen roads, or while For cruising
driving at high speeds causes sudden
1 to 2 13 km/h (8 mph)
engine braking, which is dangerous. 2 to 3 32 km/h (20 mph)
The sudden change in tire speed 3 to 4 50 km/h (31 mph)
could cause the tires to skid. This 4 to 5 68 km/h (42 mph)
could lead to loss of vehicle control
and an accident. Do not use sudden
engine braking on slippery road
surfaces or at high speeds.
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3.0-liter engine
Automatic Transaxle
For normal acceleration, we recommend
these shift points. Controls
1 to 2 27 km/h (17 mph)
2 to 3 48 km/h (30 mph)
3 to 4 56 km/h (35 mph)
4 to 5 63 km/h (39 mph)
For cruising
1 to 2 13 km/h (8 mph)
2 to 3 34 km/h (21 mph)
3 to 4 52 km/h (32 mph)
4 to 5 66 km/h (41 mph)
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy
traffic or on a steep upgrade , downshift
before the engine starts to overwork. This
reduces the chance of stalling and gives
better acceleration when you need more
speed.
On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps
maintain safe speed and prolongs brake
life.
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.
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▼ Transaxle Ranges
The shift lever must be in P or N to WARNING
operate the starter.
Shifting from N or P:
P (Park) It’s dangerous to shift from N or P
P locks the transaxle and prevents the into a driving gear when the engine is
front wheels from rotating. running faster than idle. If this is
done, the vehicle could move
suddenly, causing an accident or
WARNING serious injury. If the engine is
running faster than idle, don’t shift
Holding the Vehicle with P: from N or P into a driving gear.
Setting the shift lever to the P position
without using the parking brake to Shifting into N while Driving:
hold the vehicle is dangerous. If P Shifting into N while driving is
fails to hold, the vehicle could move dangerous. Engine braking cannot be
and cause an accident. To hold the applied when decelerating which
vehicle, set the shift lever to P AND could lead to an accident or serious
set the parking brake. injury. Do not shift into N when
driving the vehicle.
CAUTION D (Drive)
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Gear position
indicator
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NOTE NOTE
If the gears cannot be shifted down • When driving slowly, the gears may
when driving at higher speeds, the gear not shift up depending on vehicle
position indicator will flash twice to speed (page 5-14).
signal that the gears cannot be shifted
• In manual shift mode, gears do not
down (page 5-14).
shift up automatically. Don’t run the
engine with the tachometer needle
▼ Shifting in the RED ZONE. If the
Shifting up tachometer needle enters the RED
ZONE, you may feel engine-
(M1→M2→M3→M4→M5*) braking because the fuel delivery
will be stopped to protect the
To shift up to a higher gear, tap the shift
engine. However, this does not
lever back ( ) once.
*3.0-liter engine model indicate an abnormality.
• Gears may not be shifted from M1
to M2 right after shifting the lever
from D to M. Wait a few seconds
and then shift up to M2.
• When depressing the accelerator
fully, the transaxle will shift to a
lower gear, depending on vehicle
speed.
Shifting down
(M5*→M4→M3→M2→M1)
To shift down to a lower gear, tap the shift
lever forward ( ) once.
*3.0-liter engine model
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▼ Shifting Specification
WARNING 2.3-liter engine model
Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting up
Shifting down while driving on wet, If the vehicle speed is lower than the
snowy, or frozen roads, or while speed specified for each gear, the gear
driving at high speeds causes sudden cannot be shifted up to a higher gear.
engine braking, which is dangerous.
Gear Vehicle speed
The sudden change in tire speed
You can shift up to M2
could cause the tires to skid. This M1→M2 whether the vehicle is
could lead to loss of vehicle control stopped or moving.
and an accident. Do not use sudden M2→M3 20 km/h (12 mph)
engine braking on slippery road M3→M4 35 km/h (22 mph)
surfaces or at high speeds. At kickdown, shifting up to each gear is
only possible at the following speeds or
NOTE higher:
Gear Vehicle speed
• When driving at high speeds, the M2→M3 61 km/h (37 mph)
gear may not shift down depending M3→M4 154 km/h (95 mph)
on vehicle speed (page 5-14).
Shifting down
• During deceleration, the gear may
automatically shift down depending If the vehicle speed is higher than the
on vehicle speed (page 5-14). speed specified for each gear, the gear
cannot be shifted down to a lower gear.
• When depressing the accelerator Gear Vehicle speed
fully, the transaxle will shift to a M4→M3 157 km/h (98 mph)
lower gear, depending on vehicle M3→M2 111 km/h (64 mph)
speed. M2→M1 45 km/h (28 mph)
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Downshifting
Power Steering
When you must slow down in heavy
traffic or on a steep upgrade , downshift Power steering is only operable when the
before the engine starts to overwork. This engine is running. If the engine is off or if
gives better acceleration when you need the power steering system is inoperable,
more speed. you can still steer, but it requires more
physical effort.
On a steep downgrade , downshifting
helps maintain safe speed and prolongs If the steering feels rigid during normal
brake life. driving, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
▼ Driving Tips
Passing
CAUTION
For extra power when passing another
vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress Never hold the steering wheel to the
the accelerator fully. The transaxle will extreme left or right for more than 5
shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle seconds with the engine running.
speed. This could damage the power steering
system.
Climbing steep grades from a stop
To climb a steep grade from a stopped
position:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Shift to D or M1, depending on the
load weight and grade steepness.
3. Release all brakes while gradually
accelerating.
Descending steep grades
When descending a steep grade, shift to
lower gears, depending on load weight
and grade steepness. Descend slowly,
using the brakes only occasionally to
prevent them from overheating.
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▼ Activation/Deactivation
Cruise Control
To activate the system, press the ON/OFF
With cruise control, you can set and switch.
automatically maintain any speed of more The cruise main indicator light
than about 40 km/h (25 mph). illuminates.
WARNING
Cruise Main Switch:
Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when
not using the cruise control is
dangerous as it may be switched on
This light comes on when the ON/OFF accidentally. This could result in loss
switch is pressed and the cruise control of vehicle control. Keep the ON/OFF
system is activated. switch off when cruise control is not
in use.
▼ Cruise Set Indicator Light
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▼ To Cancel
Traction Control System
To turn off the system, use one of these (TCS)
methods:
• Press the ON/OFF switch. The Traction Control System (TCS)
enhances traction and safety by regulating
• Slightly depress the brake pedal. engine torque. When the TCS detects
• Press the CANCEL button. driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine
torque to prevent loss of traction.
WARNING
TCS and Unsafe Driving:
The traction control system (TCS)
• (Manual transaxle) cannot compensate for unsafe and
Depress the clutch pedal. reckless driving, excessive speed,
The system is off when the ignition is off. tailgating (following another vehicle
too closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road
NOTE contact because of water on the road
Cruise control will cancel at about 15 surface). You can still have an
km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed accident. So don’t rely on the traction
or below 40 km/h (25 mph). control system as a substitute for safe
driving.
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This indicator light stays on for a few This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is turned seconds when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position. If the TCS is to the ON position.
operating, the indicator light flashes. It also comes on when the TCS OFF
switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.
If the light stays on, the TCS may have a
malfunction and it may not operate If the light stays on when the TCS is not
correctly. Take your vehicle to an switched off, take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. Authorized Mazda Dealer. The TCS may
have a malfunction.
NOTE NOTE
• In addition to the indicator light After starting the engine when the
flashing, a slight lugging sound will coolant temperature is extremely low,
come from the engine. This the TCS is automatically turned off. At
indicates that the TCS is operating this time, the TCS OFF indicator light
properly. will remain on, but this does not
indicate an abnormality. After the
• On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
engine has warmed, TCS will resume
snow, it will be impossible to
normal operation and the indicator
achieve high rpm when the TCS is
light will go out.
on.
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NOTE
• When TCS is on and you attempt to
free the vehicle when it is stuck, or
drive it out of freshly fallen snow,
the TCS will activate. Depressing
the accelerator will not increase
engine power and freeing the
vehicle may be difficult. When this
happens, turn off the TCS.
• If the TCS is off when the engine is
turned off, it automatically activates
when the ignition switch is turned
on.
• Leaving the TCS on will provide the
best traction.
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1 Speedometer ..............................................................................................................5-24
2 Odometer and Trip Meter ..........................................................................................5-24
3 Tachometer ................................................................................................................5-25
4 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge..........................................................................5-25
5 Fuel Gauge................................................................................................................ 5-26
6 Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button (Black-out meter)...................................5-26
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▼ Speedometer
NOTE
The speedometer indicates the speed of
the vehicle. (Standard meter)
The odometer and trip meter can be
▼ Odometer and Trip Meter displayed as follows even when the
The display mode can be changed ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK
between trip meter A and trip meter B by position.
pressing the selector while they are The headlight switch must be in the
displayed. The selected mode will be or position to see the display.
displayed. • Displays for 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the ACC
Odometer or LOCK position from the ON
position.
• Displays for 10 minutes after any
door is opened.
Selector
Trip meter
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Odometer Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded in
Trip meter A trip meter A, and the other is recorded in
trip meter B.
Press the selector
For instance, trip meter A can record the
Odometer distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
Trip meter B
When trip meter A is selected, pressing
Press the selector the selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
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The trip meter records the total distance ▼ Engine Coolant Temperature
the vehicle is driven until the meter is Gauge
again reset. Return it to "0.0" by holding
the selector depressed for more than 1 The engine coolant temperature gauge
second. Use this meter to measure trip shows the temperature of the engine
distances and to compute fuel coolant.
consumption.
NOTE
• Only the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
• The trip record will be erased when;
• The power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected).
• The vehicle is driven over 999.9
km (mile). If the needle exceeds normal range toward
H, it indicates overheating.
▼ Tachometer
The tachometer shows engine speed in CAUTION
thousands of revolutions per minute
(rpm). Driving with an overheated engine can
cause serious engine damage (page 7-
12).
Red zone
CAUTION
Don’t run the engine with the
tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
This may cause severe engine damage.
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Instrument cluster
dimmer select button
Low fuel
warning light Adjusting the instrument cluster
illumination intensity (With exterior
lights off)*
When the exterior lights are off (headlight
switch is in the OFF position), the
▼ Dashboard Illumination instrument cluster illumination can be
adjusted to one of five levels by
When the headlight switch is in the or successively pressing the instrument
position, rotate the thumb-wheel to cluster dimmer select button.
adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights. * This function applies only to some
black-out meter equipped vehicles.
Bright
Canceling the instrument cluster
illumination dimmer (With exterior
lights on)
When the exterior lights are on (headlight
Dim
switch is in the or position), the
instrument cluster illumination dims.
When driving on snowy or foggy roads, or
in other situations when the instrument
cluster's visibility is reduced due to glare
from surrounding brightness, the
instrument cluster dimmer select button
NOTE increases the illumination intensity.
Press the button to increase the intensity
Black-out meter of the instrument cluster illumination.
When the instrument cluster dimmer is Press the button again to return to the
canceled, the instrument cluster previous illumination intensity.
illumination intensity will not change
by rotating the thumb wheel.
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Warning/Indicator Lights
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If the light remains on even after you add ▼ ABS Warning Light
oil, have your vehicle towed to the nearest
service station or to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
CAUTION
Don’t run the engine if oil pressure is
low. It could result in extensive engine The warning light stays on for a few
damage. seconds when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position.
▼ Check Engine Light
If the ABS warning light stays on while
you’re driving, the ABS control unit has
detected a 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.
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NOTE
WARNING
When the engine is jump-started to
charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs Self-Servicing the Air Bag/
and the ABS warning light comes on. Pretensioner Systems:
This is due to a weak battery, not a Self-servicing or tampering with the
malfunction. systems is dangerous. An air bag/
Recharge the battery. pretensioner could accidentally
activate or become disabled. This
▼ Air Bag/Front Seat Belt could cause serious injuries. Never
Pretensioner System Warning tamper with the systems and always
Light have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform all servicing and repairs.
Low fuel
warning light
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This indicator light stays on for a few This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is turned seconds when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position. If the TCS is to the ON position.
operating, the indicator light flashes. It also comes on when the TCS OFF
switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.
If the light stays on, the TCS may have a
malfunction and it may not operate If the light stays on when the TCS is not
correctly. Take your vehicle to an switched off, take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. Authorized Mazda Dealer. The TCS may
have a malfunction.
NOTE NOTE
• In addition to the indicator light After starting the engine when the
flashing, a slight lugging sound will coolant temperature is extremely low,
come from the engine. This the TCS is automatically turned off. At
indicates that the TCS is operating this time, the TCS OFF indicator light
properly. will remain on, but this does not
indicate an abnormality. After the
• On slippery surfaces, such as fresh
engine has warmed, TCS will resume
snow, it will be impossible to
normal operation and the indicator
achieve high rpm when the TCS is
light will go out.
on.
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▼ Lights-On Reminder
Lighting Control
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep will
sound when the driver’s door is opened.
▼ Headlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beam.
Pull it back for low.
High beam
Low beam
▼ Headlights
To turn on the lights, turn the knob on the
end of the control lever.
Lever Position OFF
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights Off On On ▼ Flashing the Headlights
License lights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
toward you. The headlight switch need
NOTE not be on, and the lever will return to the
normal position when released.
• If the light switch is left on, the
lights will automatically switch off
30 seconds after turning the ignition
switch to the LOCK position or
removing the key.
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OFF
Left lane
change
Left turn
NOTE
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OFF
INT MIST
1 OFF
OFF
INT
INT ring
NOTE
In the OFF or INT position, the wipers
will operate continuously until the
lever is released.
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Manual Type
Air-Conditioning
Full-Automatic Type
Air-Conditioning
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NOTE
• The turn signals don’t work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
• Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while
the vehicle is being towed. They
may forbid it.
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CAUTION
HomeLink has been tested and
complies with FCC and Industry
Canada rules. Changes or
modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the device.
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4. After the HomeLink indicator light 7. Firmly press and release the "learn" or
changes from a slow to a rapidly "smart" button. (The name and color of
blinking light, release both the the button may vary by manufacturer.)
HomeLink and hand-held transmitter
buttons. NOTE
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6 Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio
system.
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Interior Comfort
The windows may fog up easily in humid ▼ Replacement of the Cabin Air
weather. Use the climate control system to Filter
defog the windows. If your vehicle is equipped with an air
filter for the air conditioner, it is necessary
To help defog the windows, operate the air to change the filter periodically as
conditioner to dehumidify the air. indicated in scheduled maintenance (page
▼ Outside/Recirculated Air 8-3). Consult an Authorized Mazda
Position Dealer for replacement of the cabin air
filter.
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
can be used temporarily when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.
▼ Parking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the climate control system.
▼ Not Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner at least once a
month to keep internal parts lubricated.
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Interior Comfort
Vent Operation
▼ Adjusting the Vents 2. Rotate the air vent left and right to
adjust the direction of airflow.
Directing airflow
1. Press the upper part of the air vent to
open it.
NOTE
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Interior Comfort
Floor Vents
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Interior Comfort
6-5
Interior Comfort
Manual Type
Cold Hot
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Interior Comfort
Turn the mode selector dial to select This switch controls the source of air
airflow mode (page 6-4). entering the vehicle.
A/C switch
Press the switch to alternate between the
and positions. The indicator
light for the selected mode will
illuminate.
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Interior Comfort
NOTE
• If the windshield fogs up easily, set
the mode selector dial to the
position.
• If cooler air is desired at face level,
set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature
control dial to maintain maximum
comfort.
• The air to the floor is warmer than
air to the face (except when the
temperature control dial is set at the
extreme hot or cold position).
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Interior Comfort
3. Set the temperature control dial to the • For maximum defrosting, set the
desired position. temperature control dial to the
extreme hot position and the fan
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired control dial to position 4.
speed.
• If warm air is desired at the floor,
set the mode selector dial to the
position.
• In the or position, air
conditioning is automatically turned
on to defrost the windshield quickly
(however, the indicator light does
not illuminate) and the
position is automatically selected.
The air intake selector switch
cannot be changed to the
position.
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Interior Comfort
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Interior Comfort
NOTE
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Interior Comfort
Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the The desired airflow mode can be selected
climate control system. (page 6-4).
Temperature control dial
NOTE
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Interior Comfort
▼ Standard Use
NOTE
1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of
The air conditioner may not function the airflow mode, air intake selector
when the outside temperature and amount of airflow will be
approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator automatically controlled.
remains on even when system is off.)
WARNING
The Recirculated Air Position:
Using the position in cold or
rainy weather will cause the glass to
fog up. Your vision will be hampered,
which could lead to a serious
accident. Do not use the
position in cold or rainy weather.
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Interior Comfort
NOTE
WARNING
• First set the temperature to 25.0°C
(77.0°F), then adjust to the desired Foggy Windshield:
temperature. Using the position with the
temperature control set to the cold
• Setting the temperature to position will cause the outside of the
maximum high or low will not glass to fog up. Your vision will be
provide the desired temperature at a hampered, which could lead to a
faster rate. serious accident. Set the temperature
• To prevent cool air blowing from control to hot or warm position when
the vents when heating right after using the position.
starting the engine, the amount of
airflow is reduced until the air
warms up. NOTE
Use the temperature control dial to
▼ Windshield Defrosting and increase the air flow temperature and
Defogging defog the glass more quickly.
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Interior Comfort
▼ Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
The fully automatic air conditioner
function measures inside and outside
temperatures, and sunlight. It then sets
temperatures inside the passenger
compartment accordingly. Don’t obstruct
the sensor.
Sunlight sensor
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Ionosphere
Station 1 Station 2
FM characteristics
An FM broadcast range is usually about
40—50 km (25—30 miles) from the
source. Because of extra coding needed to
break the sound into two channels, stereo
FM has even less range than monaural
(non-stereo) FM.
FM Station
40—50 km
(25—30 miles)
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
FM wave
AM wave
FM wave
Reflected wave
Direct
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Station 1 Station 2
88.1 MHz 88.3 MHz
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
• If the cassette tape is loose, it may ▼ Operating Tips for Mini Disc
produce poor sound or performance (MD) Player
during playback. Use a pencil or
something similar to remove any slack. The following precautions should be
observed.
• Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
• The MD player can also play MDLPs • Do not insert fingers or foreign objects
that have been recorded in MDLP in the MD insertion slot as it could
mode. (MDLPs bearing the damage the MD deck.
identification logo as shown below).
▼ Operating Tips for CD Player/In-
Dash CD Changer
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical
components (prism and lens) in the CD
player/changer may become clouded with
condensation. At this time, the CD will
• When inserting the MD, make sure the eject immediately when placed in the unit.
MD label is facing up, and the MD is A clouded CD can be corrected simply by
oriented to the insertion slot in the wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded
direction of the arrow. If not inserted optical components will clear naturally in
correctly, the MD will be ejected, or about an hour. Wait for normal operation
may remain stuck in the MD deck. to return before attempting to use the unit.
Handling the CD player/In-dash CD
changer
The following precautions should be
observed.
• Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
• Do not insert any objects, other than • A new CD may have rough edges on its
CDs, into the slot. inner and outer perimeters. If a disc
with rough edges is used, proper
setting will not be possible and the CD
player/changer will not play the CD.
Remove the rough edges in advance by
using a ball-point pen or pencil as
shown below. To remove the rough
edges, rub the side of the pen or pencil
against the inner and outer perimeter of
the CD.
• The CD revolves at high speed within
the unit. Defective (cracked or badly
bent) CDs should never be used.
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Audio System
• Be sure never to touch the signal • Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD
surface when handling the CDs. Pick player/changer.
up a CD by grasping the outer edge or
• Do not insert any disc with a peel-off
the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
or seal on it.
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Audio System
Audio Set
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
▼ Power/Volume/Sound Controls
Press the power/volume dial to turn the Turn the power/volume dial to the right to
audio system on. increase volume, to the left to decrease it.
Press the power/volume dial again to turn
the audio system off.
NOTE
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Audio System
*1
Depending on the model, this
function, may not be available.
*2Depending on the mode selected, the
indication changes.
2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the
selected functions as follows:
Indication Turn Left Turn Right
Decrease Increase
bass bass
Decrease
Increase
mid-
mid-range
range
Decrease Increase
treble treble
Shift the
Shift the
sound
sound
to the
to the rear
front
Shift the Shift the
sound sound
to the left to the right
Select Select
mode mode
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
No change
Minimum
Medium
Maximum
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Seek tuning
button Scan button
Auto
memory
button
Radio ON Tuning
Press a band selector button ( , or The radio has the following tuning
) to turn the radio on. methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
channel, and Auto memory tuning. The
Band selection
easiest way to tune stations is to set them
Select a band by pressing the FM1 button on preset channels.
( ), FM2 button ( ) or AM button
( ). NOTE
The selected mode will be indicated. If If the power supply is interrupted (fuse
FM stereo is being received, "ST" will be blows or the battery is disconnected),
displayed. the preset channels will be canceled.
If the FM broadcast signal becomes Turning the manual tuning dial will
weak, reception automatically changes change the frequency higher or lower.
from STEREO to MONO for reduced
noise, and the "ST" indicator will go
out.
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Audio System
If you continue to press and hold the Press and hold the auto memory button
button, the frequency will continue ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep
changing without stopping. is heard; the system will automatically
scan and temporarily store up to 6 stations
Scan tuning with the strongest frequencies in each
selected band in that area.
Press the scan button ( ) to
automatically sample strong stations.
After scanning is completed, the station
Scanning stops at each station for about 5
with the strongest frequency will be tuned
seconds. To hold a station, press the scan
and its frequency displayed.
button ( ) again during this interval.
Press and release the auto memory button
Preset channel tuning ( ) to recall stations from the auto-
stored stations. One stored station will be
The 6 preset channels can be used to store
selected each time; its frequency and
6 AM and 12 FM stations.
channel number will be displayed.
1. To set a channel first select AM, FM1,
or FM2. Tune to the desired station. NOTE
2. Depress a channel preset button for If no stations can be tuned after
about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. scanning operations, "A" will be
The preset channel number and station displayed.
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.
To tune one in the memory, select AM,
FM1, or FM2 and then press its
channel preset button. The station
frequency and the channel number will
be displayed.
NOTE
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
APC button:
(next program)
(one being
played)
Rewind
button
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
NOTE NOTE
The cassette tape can be ejected when APC may not operate properly if
the ignition switch is in the OFF
• A tape was recorded at a low level.
position.
• A tape has long, silent intervals.
Fast-forward/Rewind • A tape is a live recording.
Press the fast-forward button ( ) to • A tape has very short intervals of
fast-forward. less than 3 seconds.
Press the rewind button ( ) to rewind.
To stop this operation and play the
Repeat play
cassette tape, press the button again.
This operation makes it possible to listen
NOTE to a selection repeatedly.
When the cassette tape ends during Press the repeat button ( ) during play.
fast forward or rewind, it automatically The current selection playing will be
stops and starts playing. repeated ("RPT" will be displayed).
Press the repeat button ( ) once again
Reversing to cancel repeat play.
Press the program button ( ) to
change cassette tape-playing direction. NOTE
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
MD play button
Fast-forward button
Track up Scan
button button
Display
Track down button
button Reverse
MD slot button
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
NOTE
NOTE
If the unit is left in scan, normal play
will resume where scan was selected. If there is no song or disc title recorded
on the MD, "NO TITLE" will be
Repeat play displayed.
This feature makes it possible to listen to
a selection repeatedly. Long disc or song titles
When song titles exceed 7 letters, or disc
Press the repeat button ( ) during play. titles exceed 10, rotate the display feed
The current selection will be repeated dial ( ) to the right.
("RPT" will be displayed). The remainder of the title will proceed
Press the repeat button ( ) once again and appear on the display to the end of the
to cancel repeat play. title.
Random play
This feature allows the MD player to
randomly select the order of the songs.
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Fast-forward button
CD slot CD play button CD eject button
Track up Scan
button button
Repeat button
Random button
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Music scan
This feature helps to find a program by
playing about the first 10 seconds of each
track.
NOTE
Repeat play
This feature makes it possible to listen to
a selection repeatedly.
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Audio System
Track up Scan
button button
Track down
button
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
NOTE
When the CD is ejected during play,
the next CD will be played
automatically.
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
NOTE
If the unit is left in scan, normal play
will resume where scan was selected.
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
▼ Error Indications
If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear
the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
NOTE
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
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Interior Comfort
Audio System
Safety Certification
This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC
requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services.
CAUTION
• This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service
personnel.
If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player
with the top case of the unit removed.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mazda may void the user’s
authority to operate this equipment.
NOTE
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 to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
6-44
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Courtesy light
Center
6-45
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Information Display
DIMMER button
CLOCK button
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
NOTE
When the SET button is released, the
seconds are reset to "00".
Time setting
1. Press the CLOCK button until a beep
sounds, and "12Hr" and "24Hr" will be
displayed.
2. Press the SET button to switch between
"12Hr" and "24Hr" displays. The
selected display will flash.
To select the desired clock setting,
press the CLOCK button again while
the preferred setting is flashing.
3. "Hr. ADJUST" will be displayed next,
and the hour portion of the display will
flash. Press the SET button to set the
hour, then press the CLOCK button.
4. "Min. ADJUST" will be displayed
next, and the minutes portion of the
display will flash. Press the SET button
to set the minutes, then press the
CLOCK button.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Lighter CAUTION
The ignition switch must be in the ACC or • Don’t touch the metal part of the
ON position. lighter, you may burn yourself.
1. Open the cover. • Don’t hold the lighter in because it
will overheat.
• Don’t use the lighter socket for
plug-in accessories such as shavers
and coffee pots. They may damage
it or cause electrical failure. Use
only a genuine Mazda lighter or the
equivalent.
• If the lighter doesn’t pop out within
30 seconds, remove it to prevent
overheating.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
CAUTION WARNING
Don’t use the ashtray for trash. You
Using Cup Holder:
might start a fire.
Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving is
To use, open the cover.
dangerous. If the contents spill, you
could be scalded. Never use a cup
holder to hold hot liquids while the
vehicle is moving.
CAUTION
To reduce the possibility of injury in an
accident or a sudden stop, keep cup
holders closed when not in use.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
▼ Front
Bottle Holder
To use the cup holder, open the center
console by pressing the lower center part Bottle holders are on the inside of the
of its cover. front doors.
Bottle holder
▼ Rear
CAUTION
The rear cup holder is on the rear center
armrest. Don’t use the bottle holders for
containers without caps. The contents
may spill when a front door is opened.
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Interior Equipment
▼ Storage Pocket
Storage Compartments
To open, push the release catch down and
pull the lid downward.
WARNING
Open Storage Boxes:
Driving with the storage boxes open is
dangerous. To reduce the possibility
of injury in an accident or a sudden
stop, keep the storage boxes closed
when driving.
CAUTION
In hot weather, don’t leave
combustible materials or objects which ▼ Center Box with Lid
will deform in extreme heat such as To use, pull the knob, and the lid opens
lighters and glasses in the vehicle. automatically.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Unlock
Lock
▼ Center Console
To open, pull the lower release catch.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
5. Pass the plug cord through the hole of 7. Set the plug cord into the slit of the tray
the tray and insert the plug in the mat and replace the tray mat.
socket.
Plug
Plug cord
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7 In Case of an Emergency
7-1
In Case of an Emergency
Parking in an Emergency
Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway.
NOTE
• The turn signals don’t work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
• Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while
the vehicle is being towed. They
may forbid it.
7-2
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Spare tire
Jack
Lug wrench
Conventional tire
hold-down bolt
7-3
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
WARNING
Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire
on Ice or Snow:
Driving with a spare tire on the front
(driving) wheels on ice or snow is
dangerous. Handling will be affected.
2. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.
You could lose control of the vehicle
and have an accident. Put the spare
tire on the rear axle and move a
Wing bolt
regular tire to the front.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the temporary
spare or to the vehicle, observe the
following precautions:
Jack
• Don’t exceed 80 km/h (50 mph).
• Avoid driving over obstacles. Also,
To secure the jack don’t drive through an automatic car
Perform the removal procedure in reverse. wash. This tire’s diameter is smaller
than a conventional tire, so the
ground clearance is reduced about
43 mm (1.7 in).
• Don’t use a tire chain on this tire
because it won’t fit properly.
• Don’t use your temporary spare on
any other vehicle, it has been
designed only for your Mazda.
• Use only one temporary spare tire
on your vehicle at the same time.
7-4
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
7-5
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite Force the end of the lug wrench firmly
the flat tire. When blocking a wheel, between wheel and cover, or removal
place a block both in front and behind will be difficult.
the tire.
CAUTION
Align the notch on the wheel cover
with the valve stem when installing it.
Notch
Tire valve
7-6
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Improper Jack:
Using a jack that isn’t designed for
your Mazda is dangerous. The vehicle
could slip off the jack and seriously
3. Place the jack under the jacking
injure someone. Use only the jack
position closest to the tire being
provided with your Mazda.
changed.
Placing Objects Under the Jack:
Jacking the vehicle with an object
under the jack is dangerous. The jack
could slip and someone could be
seriously injured by the jack or the
falling vehicle. Never place objects
under the jack.
Jacking position 4. Insert the lug wrench into the jack.
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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
7-8
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
▼ Mounting the Spare Tire 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled
edge inward; tighten them by hand.
1. Remove dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub, including the hub bolts, with a
cloth.
WARNING
Don’t apply Oil or Grease to Lug
Nuts, Bolts:
WARNING Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could
Removing Dirt and Grime from loosen while driving and cause the
Wheels, Hubs and Hub Bolts: tire to come off, resulting in an
When changing or replacing a tire, accident. In addition, lug nuts and
not removing dirt and grime from the bolts could be damaged if tightened
mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub more than necessary. Do not apply oil
and hub bolts is dangerous. The lug or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do
nuts could loosen while driving and not tighten the lug nuts beyond the
cause the tire to come off, resulting in recommended tightening torque.
an accident. Make sure the mounting
surfaces of the wheel, hub and lug
nuts are clean before changing or
replacing tires.
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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
7-10
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Conventional tire
hold-down bolt
Tire clamp
NOTE
7-11
In Case of an Emergency
Overheating
WARNING
Steam from Overheated Engine:
Steam from an overheated engine is
dangerous. The escaping steam could
seriously burn you. Open the hood
ONLY after steam is no longer
escaping from the engine.
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In Case of an Emergency
Overheating
CAUTION
If the engine continues to overheat or
frequently overheats, have the cooling
system inspected. The engine could be
seriously damaged unless repairs are
made.
3.0-liter engine
Coolant reservoir
Cooling
system cap
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In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Starting
CAUTION
Use only a 12 V booster system. You
can damage a 12 V starter, ignition
system, and other electrical parts
beyond repair with a 24 V power
supply (two 12 V batteries in series or
a 24 V motor generator set).
7-14
In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Starting
Connect cables in
numerical order and
disconnect in reverse
order. Discharged Booster battery
battery
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In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Starting
Push-Starting
WARNING
Towing a Vehicle to Start It:
Towing a vehicle to start it is
dangerous. The vehicle being towed
could surge forward when its engine
starts, causing the two vehicles to
collide. The occupants could be
injured. Never tow a vehicle to start it.
CAUTION
You shouldn’t push-start a vehicle that
has a manual transaxle. It can damage
the emission control system.
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In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Towing
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In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Towing
▼ Tiedown Hook-Rear
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8-1
Introduction
Introduction
Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle
when using this manual for inspection and maintenance.
If you’re unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable
and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Factory-trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle.
Without this expertise and the parts 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.
For expert advice and quality service, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The owner should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as
prescribed.
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective
materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored.
Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda’s original equipment may
perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.
8-2
Scheduled Maintenance
Scheduled Maintenance
Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions
apply.
If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
• Repeated short-distance driving
• Driving in dusty conditions
• Driving with extended use of brakes
• Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used
• Driving on rough or muddy roads
• Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation
• Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates
NOTE
After the prescribed period, continue to follow the described maintenance at the
recommended intervals.
8-3
Scheduled Maintenance
▼ Schedule 1
I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
ENGINE
2.3-liter engine I
Drive belts (tension)
3.0-liter engine I I
Engine oil R R R R R R R R
Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system I I
Replace at first 168,000km (105,000miles) or 60 months ;
Engine coolant
after that, every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months
FUEL SYSTEM
Air filter R
Fuel lines and hoses*1 I I
Hoses and tubes for emission*1 I
IGNITION SYSTEM
Spark plugs Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
8-4
Scheduled Maintenance
▼ Schedule 2
I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
ENGINE
2.3-liter engine I
Drive belts (tension)
3.0-liter engine I I
Puerto Rico Replace every 5,000km (3,000miles) or 3 months
Engine oil
Others R 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 R
COOLING SYSTEM
Cooling system I I
Replace at first 168,000km (105,000miles) or 60 months ;
Engine coolant
after that, every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant level I I I I I I I I I I I I
FUEL SYSTEM
Puerto Rico R
Air filter
Others R
Fuel lines and hoses*1 I I
Hoses and tubes for emission*1 I
IGNITION SYSTEM
USA Replace every 96,000km (60,000miles)
Spark plugs
Others*2 Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Function of all lights I I I I I I I I I I I I
*1 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at
the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
*2 If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the spark plugs every 96,000
km(60,000 miles) or shorter.
a)Repeated short-distance driving
b)Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation
c)Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates
8-5
Scheduled Maintenance
8-6
Owner Maintenance
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service
technician as soon as possible.
▼ When Refueling
• Brake and clutch fluid level (page 8-15)
• Engine coolant level (page 8-13)
• Engine oil level (page 8-10)
• Washer fluid level (page 8-19)
▼ At Least Monthly
• Tire inflation pressures (page 8-26)
▼ At Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
• Automatic transaxle fluid level (page 8-18)
• Power steering fluid level (page 8-17)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical
ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
• Air filter (page 8-21)
• Engine coolant (page 8-13)
• Engine oil (page 8-10)
8-7
Owner Maintenance
As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedure can be done only by a
qualified service technician with special tools.
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If
you’re unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids. Please
dispose of your waste properly and with due regard to the environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehicle to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Maintenance Procedures:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly. You can
be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedure. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the
work, have it done by a qualified technician.
8-8
Owner Maintenance
2.3-liter engine
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
Engine oil-filler cap (only for automatic transaxle)
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Windshield washer
fluid reservoir
Battery
Power steering
fluid reservoir Fuse block
Engine coolant
Air filter
reservoir
Cooling system cap
3.0-liter engine
Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick
Cooling system cap (only for automatic transaxle)
Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
Engine coolant
reservoir
Battery
Windshield washer
fluid reservoir Fuse block
8-9
Owner Maintenance
Full
–20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120
OK
Low
5W-20
8-10
Owner Maintenance
WARNING
5. Pull it out again and examine the level. Handling Used Engine Oil:
It’s OK between MIN and MAX. Continuous contact with used engine
But if it’s near or below MIN, add oil is dangerous. It could cause skin
enough oil to bring the level to MAX. cancer. Always wash with soap and
water immediately after changing oil
CAUTION and filter.
8-11
Owner Maintenance
Loosen
• 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.
Front • Use only specified engine oil (page
10-3).
Drain plug
Changing oil filter
Because you need a special tool to
retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda
Dealer should do the work.
8-12
Owner Maintenance
WARNING
Hot Engine:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the
engine has been running, parts of the
engine compartment can become very
hot. You could be burned. Don’t
inspect the coolant system or add If it’s at or near LOW or L, add enough
coolant when the engine is hot. coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide
freezing and corrosion protection and to
Inspect the antifreeze protection and bring the level to FULL or F.
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year—at the beginning of the CAUTION
winter season—and before traveling
where temperatures may drop below Radiator coolant will damage paint.
freezing. Rinse it off quickly.
8-13
Owner Maintenance
8-14
Owner Maintenance
8-15
Owner Maintenance
8-16
Owner Maintenance
NOTE
High
Use specified power steering fluid OK
(page 10-3). Low
2.3-liter engine
The level must be kept between the H and
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at L marks.
each engine oil change with the engine off
and cold. Add fluid if necessary; it does Visually examine the lines and hoses for
not require periodic changing. leaks and damage.
1. Park on a level surface, well off the
right-of-way, and set the parking brake
firmly.
2. Turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
3. Remove the filler cap and attached
dipstick.
4. Wipe them clean and put them back.
5. Remove again and inspect the level.
6. It must be between H and L. Add fluid
The level must be kept between MIN and if necessary.
MAX.
Don’t overfill.
Visually examine the lines and hoses for If new fluid is required frequently, consult
leaks and damage. an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
8-17
Owner Maintenance
3. Move the shift lever through all ranges When the vehicle has been driven and the
and set it at P. fluid is at normal operating temperature,
about 65°C (150°F), the level must be
between Full and Low.
Fluid cold scale B
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.
8-18
Owner Maintenance
NOTE
8-19
Owner Maintenance
8-20
Owner Maintenance
CAUTION
Don’t drive without an air filter. This
could result in excessive engine wear.
NOTE
If the vehicle is operated in very dusty Air filter cover
or sandy areas, replace the filter more Air filter
often than recommended intervals.
3.0-liter engine
Air filter cover
Air filter
Clamp
8-21
Owner Maintenance
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper blades,
don’t use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near
them.
8-22
Owner Maintenance
NOTE
To prevent damage to the wiper arm
blades when raising both the driver and Tab
passenger side wiper arms, raise the
driver side wiper arm first. Conversely,
Pull out
when setting down the wiper arms, set
the passenger side wiper arm down
first. 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the
blade rubber and install them in new
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade blades.
assembly to expose the plastic locking
clip.
Compress the clip and slide the
assembly downward; then lift it off the
arm.
Push
Stiffeners
8-23
Owner Maintenance
CAUTION Battery
• Don’t bend the stiffeners. You need
to use them again. WARNING
• If the metal stiffeners are switched,
the blade’s wiping efficiency could Battery-Related Lead Materials:
be reduced. Battery posts, terminals and related
So don’t use the driver’s side metal accessories contain lead and lead
stiffeners on the passenger’s side, or compounds, chemicals known to the
vice versa. State of California to cause cancer
and reproductive harm.
• Be sure to reinstall the metal Wash hands after handling.
stiffeners in the new blade rubber so
that the curve is the same as it was Spilled Battery Fluid:
in the old blade rubber. Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC
4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. ACID which could cause serious
Then install the blade assembly in the injuries, if it gets in your eyes or on
reverse older of removal. your skin. If this happens,
immediately flush your eyes with
water for 15 minutes or wash your
skin thoroughly and get medical
attention. Be careful not to get battery
fluid on yourself.
Battery-Related Explosion:
Flames and sparks near open battery
Tab cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas,
produced during normal battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
battery to explode. An exploding
battery can cause serious burns and
NOTE injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from
Install the blade so that the tabs are open battery cells.
toward the bottom of the wiper arm.
8-24
Owner Maintenance
WARNING Tires
For reasons of proper performance, safety,
Children and Batteries: and better fuel economy, always maintain
Allowing children to play near recommended tire inflation pressures and
batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid stay within the recommended load limits
could cause serious injuries if it gets and weight distribution.
in the eyes or on the skin. Always
keep batteries out of the reach of
children. WARNING
▼ Battery Maintenance 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 for the limited use of the
temporary spare tire, use only the
same type tires (radial, bias-belted,
bias-type) on all four wheels.
8-25
Owner Maintenance
8-26
Owner Maintenance
CAUTION
Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to rear,
not from side to side. Tire performance
will be weakened if rotated from side
to side.
8-27
Owner Maintenance
8-28
Owner Maintenance
Light Bulbs
Side-marker lights
Front turn signal lights
Trunk light
Courtesy lights
Rear turn signal lights
Reverse lights
Taillights License plate lights
8-29
Owner Maintenance
8-30
Owner Maintenance
8-31
Owner Maintenance
Courtesy lights
8-32
Owner Maintenance
8-33
Owner Maintenance
8-34
Owner Maintenance
Normal Blown
8-35
Owner Maintenance
2. Remove the fuse block cover. To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-37).
Fuse block cover
Tab
8-36
Owner Maintenance
8-37
Owner Maintenance
*12.3-liter engine
*23.0-liter engine
8-38
Owner Maintenance
8-39
Appearance Care
Environmental hazards, however, can When insects stick to the paint surface
harm the paint’s protective properties, if and decompose, corrosive compounds
proper care is not taken. form. These can erode the clear and color
base coat of the vehicle’s paintwork if
Here are some examples of possible they are not removed.
damage, with tips on how to prevent them.
Tree sap will harden and adhere
▼ Etching Caused by Acid Rain or permanently to the paint finish. If you
Industrial Fallout scratch the sap off while it is hard, some
Occurrence vehicle paint could come off with it.
8-40
Appearance Care
8-41
Appearance Care
NOTE
• Mazda is not responsible for
scratches caused by automatic car
washes or improper washing.
• Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint finishes.
8-42
Appearance Care
8-43
Appearance Care
8-44
Appearance Care
8-45
Appearance Care
WARNING
Damaged Seat Belt:
Using damaged seat belts is
dangerous. In a collision, damaged
belts cannot provide adequate
protection. Have your Authorized
Mazda Dealer replace damaged belts
immediately.
8-46
9-1
Customer Assistance
In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following
information:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number
2. Year and model of vehicle
3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on
the upper driver’s side corner of the dash)
4. Purchase date and current mileage
5. Your dealer’s name and location
6. Your question(s)
This way, we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible. That is our goal.
If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor.
9-2
Customer Assistance
9-3
Customer Assistance
The Department, in cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative, will review
the case to determine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction.
Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of
your Mazda dealer’s service facilities, personnel and equipment. We urge you to follow the
above three steps in sequence therefore for most effective results.
▼ Mediation/Arbitration Program
Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda’s Customer
Satisfaction Program. If after exhausting the procedures in this manual your concern is still
not resolved, you have another option.
Your complete satisfaction is the goal of Mazda Canada Inc. and our dealers.
Mazda’s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that
goal. There is no charge for using CAMVAP. CAMVAP results are fast, fair and final as the
award is binding on both you and Mazda Canada Inc.
▼ Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP)
If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner,
Mazda, and/or one of it’s dealers (that all parties cannot agree upon), the owner may wish
to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle
Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
9-4
Customer Assistance
▼ Regional Offices
REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED
MAZDA CANADA INC.
WESTERN REGION ALBERTA,
8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA,
SUITE 2000 MANITOBA,
RICHMOND B.C. SASKATCHEWAN,
V6X 3K1 YUKON
(604) 303-5670
MAZDA CANADA INC.
CENTRAL/ATLANTIC REGION ONTARIO,
305 MILNER AVENUE NEW BRUNSWICK,
SUITE 400 NOVA SCOTIA,
SCARBOROUGH, ONTARIO PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND,
M1B 3V4 NEWFOUNDLAND
1 (800) 263-4680
MAZDA CANADA INC.
QUEBEC REGION
6111 ROUTE TRANS
CANADIENNE QUEBEC
POINTE CLAIRE, QUEBEC
H9R 5A5
(514) 694-6390
9-5
Customer Assistance
9-6
Mazda Importer/Distributors
9-7
Warranty
NOTE
9-8
Warranty
The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive
satisfactory servicing in other countries. We strongly recommend that you NOT take your
Mazda outside these areas.
You may have these problems if you do:
• Recommended fuel may be unavailable. Any kind of leaded fuel or low-octane fuel will
affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine.
• Proper repair facilities, tools, testing equipment, and replacement parts may not be
available.
The Mazda warranty applies only to Mazda vehicles registered and normally operated in
the United States, its territories, and Canada.
9-9
Warranty
Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be
unavailable.
There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your
vehicle.
9-10
Warranty
WARNING
Installation of Non-Genuine Parts or Accessories:
Installation of non-genuine parts or accessories is dangerous. Improperly designed
parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system.
This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries in an
accident. Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine
parts or accessories.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.
9-11
Cell Phones
WARNING
Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver:
Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle
navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s hands. Use of
these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident.
If a passenger is unable to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area
before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning, use a hands-free
system to at least leave the hands free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or
other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving and, instead, concentrate on the
full-time job of driving.
Please comply to the legal regulations concerning the use of communication
equipment in vehicles in your country.
9-12
Immobilizer system
9-13
The relative performance of tires 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
The traction grades, 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 on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction
tests and does not include acceleration cornering (turning), hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
▼ Temperature-A, B, C
The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, represent the tire’s resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by
law.
9-14
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated
and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several
years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers.
The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicle may vary
with respect to grade.
9-15
NOTE
If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be
forwarded to:
If you live outside of the U.S.A., please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown
(page 9-7) in this booklet.
9-16
Service Publications
Service Publications
Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do
some of their own maintenance and repair.
When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the
chart below.
If they don’t have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION
9999-95-063B-03 2003 (U.S.A.)/2004 (Canada) WORKSHOP MANUAL (English)
9999-95-039G-03 2003 (U.S.A.)/2004 (Canada) WIRING DIAGRAM (English)
9999-95-078C-03 (U.S.A. only) 2003 OWNER’S MANUAL
9999-EC-078C-03 (Canada only) 2004 OWNER’S MANUAL
9999-PR-078C-03 (Puerto Rico only) 2003 OWNER’S MANUAL
▼ WORKSHOP MANUAL:
Covers recommended maintenance and repair procedures of the drive train, body and
chassis.
▼ WIRING DIAGRAM:
Provides electrical schematics as well as component location for the entire electrical
system.
▼ OWNER’S MANUAL:
This booklet contains information regarding the proper care and operation of your vehicle.
This is not a technician’s manual.
9-17
9-18
10 Specifications
10-1
Identification Numbers
Front
10-2
Specifications
Specifications
▼ Engine
Model
Item
2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in)
Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in)
Compression ratio 9.7 10.0
▼ Electrical System
Item Classification
Battery 12V-50AH/5HR
2.3-liter engine 12 V - 90 A
Alternator
3.0-liter engine 12 V - 110 A
Starter 12 V - 1.4 kW
2.3-liter engine NGK ITR6F-13
Spark-plug number
3.0-liter engine Motorcraft AGSF 22FSCM
2.3-liter engine 1.25—1.35 mm (0.049—0.053 in)
Spark-plug gap
3.0-liter engine 1.29—1.45 mm (0.051—0.057 in)
▼ Lubricant Quality
Classification
Lubricant
API Service ILSAC
Engine oil* SL GF-III
*Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-10.
Lubricant Classification
API Service GL-4 or GL-5
Any temperature
SAE 75W-90
2.3-liter engine
API Service GL-4 or GL-5
Manual transmission oil Above 10°C (50°F)
SAE 80W-90
API Service GL-4 or GL-5
3.0-liter engine
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake fluid SAE J1703, or FMVSS116 DOT-3
10-3
Specifications
▼ Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Unit
Item
L US qt Imp qt
With oil filter
4.3 4.5 3.8
replacement
2.3-liter engine
Without oil filter
3.9 4.1 3.4
replacement
Engine oil
With oil filter
5.2 5.5 4.6
replacement
3.0-liter engine
Without oil filter
4.7 5.0 4.1
replacement
2.3-liter engine 7.5 7.9 6.6
Coolant
3.0-liter engine 10.2 10.8 9.0
2.3-liter engine 2.87 3.0 2.5
Manual transaxle oil
3.0-liter engine 2.3 2.4 2.0
2.3-liter engine 7.2 7.6 6.3
Automatic transaxle fluid
3.0-liter engine 9.2 9.7 8.1
Fuel tank 68 18.0 (US gal) 15.0 (Imp gal)
▼ Air Conditioner
Gas complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating charge
HFC134a (R-134a) 0.5 kg (17.6 oz)
10-4
Specifications
▼ Light Bulbs
Light bulb Wattage
High beam 55
Headlights
Low beam 55
Front turn signal lights 28*1
Parking lights 5
Fog lights 55
Side-marker lights 5
Type A 18.4
High-mount brake lights
Type B 4
Rear turn signal lights 21
Brake lights/Taillights 21/5
Taillights 5*2
Reverse lights 18.4
License plate lights 5
Trunk light 3
Overhead light/Map lights 5
Courtesy lights 5
Vanity mirror lights 1.2
*1Use a 28/7W type bulb.
*2Use a 21/5W type bulb.
▼ Tires
Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation
Pressure on page 8-26.
Standard tire
Inflation pressure
Tire size
Front Rear
P205/60R16 91H 2 2
220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm , 32 psi or lb/po ) 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2, 32 psi or lb/po2)
P215/50 R17 93V
▼ Fuses
Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-35.
10-5
10-6
11 Index
11-1
Index
A B
Accessory Socket ............................. 6-54 Beeps
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Ignition key reminder ................5-36
Accessories ...................................... 9-11 Lights-on reminder ...................5-36
Air Bag Systems .............................. 2-33 Before Starting the Engine .................4-5
Air Filter .......................................... 8-21 After getting in ............................4-5
Ambient Temperature Display ........ 6-48 Before getting in .........................4-5
Antenna ............................................ 6-16 Body Lubrication .............................8-20
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ........ 5-7 Bottle Holder ....................................6-51
Warning light .............................. 5-8 Brake/Clutch
Appearance Care .............................. 8-40 Fluid ..........................................8-15
Ashtray ............................................. 6-50 Brakes
Audio Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ....5-7
Audio control switch ................ 6-40 Foot brake ...................................5-4
Audio System ................................... 6-16 Pad wear indicator ......................5-8
Audio set ................................... 6-23 Parking brake ..............................5-5
Operating tips for audio Warning light ..............................5-6
system ....................................... 6-16 Break-In .............................................4-6
Safety certification .................... 6-42 Bulb Replacement ............................8-29
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips ............................... 5-16 C
Fluid .......................................... 8-18
Indicators .................................. 5-12 Capacities .........................................10-4
Manual shift mode .................... 5-12 Carbon Monoxide ..............................4-4
Recommendations for Catalytic Converter ............................4-3
shifting ...................................... 5-15 Cell Phones ......................................9-12
Shifting ..................................... 5-13 Center Box .......................................6-52
Shifting specification ................ 5-14 Center Console .................................6-53
Shift-lock system ...................... 5-12 Child Restraint
Transaxle ranges ....................... 5-11 Child restraint precautions ........2-21
Installing child-restraint
B systems ......................................2-24
LATCH child-restraint
Battery systems ......................................2-29
Emergency starting ................... 7-14 Child Safety Locks for Rear Door .....3-9
Maintenance ............................. 8-24 Cigarette Lighter ..............................6-49
Specifications ........................... 10-3 Climate Control System .....................6-2
Gas specifications .....................10-4
Clock ................................................6-47
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Index
C E
Courtesy Lights ................................6-45 Engine Compartment Overview .........8-9
Cruise Control ..................................5-17 Engine Coolant
Cup Holder .......................................6-50 Overheating ...............................7-12
Customer Assistance ..........................9-2 Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ...............................................5-25
D Exhaust Gas ........................................4-4
Exterior Care ....................................8-42
Dashboard Illumination ................... 5-26
Daytime Running Lights ..................5-38 F
Defroster
Rear window .............................5-41 Flasher
Dimensions ......................................10-4 Hazard warning .........................5-42
Door Locks .........................................3-7 Headlights .................................5-37
Driving In Flooded Area ....................4-9 Flat Tire ..............................................7-3
Driving Tips .......................................4-6 Changing .....................................7-5
Automatic transaxle ..................5-16 Spare tire and tool storage ...........7-3
Break-in ......................................4-6 Fluids
Driving in flooded area ............... 4-9 Classification .............................10-3
Hazardous driving .......................4-7 Owner maintenance .....................8-7
Money-saving suggestions ..........4-6 Fog Lights ........................................5-39
Rocking the vehicle ....................4-7 Foot Brake ..........................................5-4
Winter driving .............................4-8 Front seats ..........................................2-2
Fuel
E Filler lid and cap .......................3-16
Gauge ........................................5-26
Emergency Starting ..........................7-14 Requirements ..............................4-2
Flooded engine ..........................7-14 Tank capacity ............................10-4
Jump-starting ............................7-14 Fuses .................................................8-35
Push-starting .............................7-16 Panel description .......................8-37
Emergency Towing ..........................7-17 Replacement ..............................8-35
Emission Control System ...................4-3
Engine G
Coolant ......................................8-13
Exhaust gas .................................4-4 Gauges ..............................................5-23
Hood release .............................3-17 Glove Box ........................................6-53
Oil .............................................8-10
Overheating ...............................7-12
Starting ........................................5-3
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Index
H I
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-42 Interior Care .....................................8-45
Hazardous Driving ............................. 4-7 Interior Lights ..................................6-43
Headlights
Control ...................................... 5-37 J
Flashing .................................... 5-37
High-low beam ......................... 5-37 Jump-Starting ...................................7-14
On reminder .............................. 5-37
HomeLink Wireless Control K
System .............................................. 5-43
Hood Release ................................... 3-17 Keyless Entry System ........................3-3
Horn ................................................. 5-42 Keys ...................................................3-2
I L
Ignition Label Information ............................10-2
Keys ............................................ 3-2 Lane-Change Signals .......................5-38
Switch ......................................... 5-2 Light Bulbs
Illuminated Entry System ................ 6-43 Replacement ..............................8-29
Immobilizer System ......................... 3-20 Specifications ............................10-5
Indicator Lights ................................ 5-27 Lighter ..............................................6-49
Cruise Main .............................. 5-36 Lighting Control ...............................5-37
Cruise set .................................. 5-36 Lubricant Quality .............................10-3
Headlight high-beam ................ 5-34
Security ..................................... 5-33 M
Shift position ............................ 5-34
TCS ........................................... 5-35 Maintenance
TCS OFF .................................. 5-35 Introduction .................................8-2
Information Display ......................... 6-46 Owner maintenance
Ambient temperature display ... 6-48 precautions ..................................8-8
Audio display ............................ 6-48 Owner maintenance schedule .....8-7
Climate control display ............. 6-48 Scheduled ....................................8-3
Clock ......................................... 6-47 Manual Transaxle Operation ..............5-9
Display dimmer cancel Recommendations for shifting ....5-9
function ..................................... 6-48 Map Lights .......................................6-45
Information display functions ... 6-46 Meters and Gauges ...........................5-23
Instrument Cluster ........................... 5-23
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select
Button .............................................. 5-26
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Index
M S
Mirrors Safety Defects, Reporting ................9-16
Outside mirrors .........................3-25 Seat Belt System
Rearview mirror ........................3-26 3-point type ...............................2-13
Money-Saving Suggestions ............... 4-6 Automatic locking .....................2-12
Emergency locking ...................2-12
O Extender ....................................2-19
Pregnant women ........................2-12
Odometer and Trip Meter ................ 5-24 Pretensioner and load
Outside Mirrors ................................3-25 limiting ......................................2-15
Overhead Console ............................6-52 Rear-center lap/shoulder ...........2-17
Overhead Lights ...............................6-44 Seat belt precautions .................2-10
Overheating ......................................7-12 Warning light ............................2-20
Overloading ........................................4-9 Seats
Front seat .....................................2-2
P Rear seat ......................................2-7
Security System
Paint Damage ...................................8-40 Immobilizer system ...................3-20
Parking Brake .....................................5-5 Theft-deterrent system ..............3-22
Parking in an Emergency ...................7-2 Service Publications .........................9-17
Power Door Locks .............................3-9 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...............7-3
Power Steering .................................5-16 Specifications ...................................10-3
Fluid ..........................................8-17 Speedometer .....................................5-24
Power Windows ...............................3-14 SRS Air Bags
Push-Starting ....................................7-16 Air bag system description ........2-38
Supplemental restraint systems
R precautions ................................2-33
Warning light ............................2-44
Rear Door Child Safety Locks ...........3-9 Starting the Engine .............................5-3
Rear Seat ............................................2-7 Steering Wheel .................................3-25
Rear Window Defroster ................... 5-41 Horn ..........................................5-42
Rearview Mirror ...............................3-26 Storage Compartments .....................6-52
Recreational Towing ........................7-18 Center box .................................6-52
Registering Your Vehicle in Center console ...........................6-53
A Foreign Country ...........................9-10 Glove box ..................................6-53
Rocking the Vehicle ...........................4-7 Overhead console ......................6-52
Storage pocket ...........................6-52
Storage Pocket ..................................6-52
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Index
S V
Sunroof ............................................ 3-18 Vanity Mirrors ..................................6-43
Sunshade .......................................... 3-19 Vehicle Information Labels .............10-2
Sunvisors .......................................... 6-43
W
T
Warning Lights ................................5-27
Tachometer ...................................... 5-25 ABS ...........................................5-31
Temporary Spare Tire ...................... 8-28 Air bag system ..........................5-32
Theft-Deterrent System ................... 3-22 Automatic transaxle ..................5-33
Tiedown Brake system .............................5-29
Hook ......................................... 7-18 Charging system .......................5-30
Tires Check engine .............................5-31
Flat tire ........................................ 7-3 Door-ajar ...................................5-33
Inflation pressure ...................... 8-26 Engine oil pressure ....................5-30
Replacement ............................. 8-27 Front seat belt pretensioner
Rotation .................................... 8-27 system .......................................5-32
Snow tires ................................... 4-8 Low fuel ....................................5-32
Spare tire and tool storage .......... 7-3 Low washer fluid level .............5-33
Specifications ........................... 10-5 Seat belt .....................................5-32
Tire chains .................................. 4-8 Warranty .............................................9-8
Uniform tire quality grading Washer Fluid ....................................8-19
system (UTQGS) ...................... 9-14 Weights ............................................10-4
Tool .................................................... 7-3 Wheel Replacement .........................8-28
Towing Windows
Description ............................... 7-17 Power windows .........................3-14
Emergency towing .................... 7-17 Windshield Washer ..........................5-40
Recreational towing .................. 7-18 Windshield Wipers ...........................5-40
Trailer towing ........................... 4-10 Blades replacement ...................8-22
Traction Control System (TCS) ....... 5-20 Winter Driving ...................................4-8
TCS indicator light ................... 5-21
TCS OFF indicator light ........... 5-21
TCS OFF switch ....................... 5-22
Trailer Towing ................................. 4-10
Trip Meter ........................................ 5-24
Trunk Lid ......................................... 3-10
Trunk Light ...................................... 3-12
Trunk Release lever ......................... 3-12
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ....... 5-38
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