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1. 8 Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each but don t remove any until the tire has been raised off the ground 9 Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire being changed 6 23 In Case of Emergency 076 12A1E Z WARNING Z WARNING Z WARNING Incorrect Jacking Position Improper Jack Placing Objects Under the Jack Attempting to jack the vehicle in Using a jack that isn t designed Jacking the vehicle with an object positions other than those for your Mazda could be under the jack is dangerous The recommended in this manual is dangerous The vehicle could slip jack could slip and someone could dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure be seriously injured by the jack or off the jack and seriously injure someone Use only the jack the falling vehicle Never place or even kill someone Use only the provided with your Mazda objects under the jack front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual 6 24 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency 076 13D1E J94A5020 10 Insert the lug wrench into the jack and turn it clockwise until the tire just clears the ground less than 25 mm 1 in Before removing the lug nuts make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move Form No 8P95 EA 00G 11 12 13 Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise
2. E AM Characteristics Y Station mixing AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere Therefore they can reach longer distances than FM signals Because of this two stations may sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time 5 75 Driving Your Mazda X FM Station Because of extra coding needed to break the sound into two channels stereo FM has even less range than monaural nonstereo FM 40 50 km 25 30 miles amp J18Y4137 AD E FM Characteristics An FM broadcast range is usually about 40 50 km 25 30 miles from the source 5 76 Form No 8P95 EA 00G J18Y4138 AD Ionosphere 100 200 km 60 120 miles Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners but they do reflect Unlike AM signals FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon Therefore FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception Driving Your Mazda Atmospheric conditions can also affect FM reception High humidity will cause poor reception However cloudy days may provide better reception than clear days Form No 8P95 EA 00G Reflected wave S Direct J18Y4139 AD Y Multipath noise Since FM signals can be reflected by obstructions it is possible to receive both the direct signal and the ref
3. 6 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 4 Connect the other end to a solid stationary exposed metallic point for example the engine hanger away from the discharged battery Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes Then start the engine of the other vehicle When finished carefully disconnect the cables in the reverse order described in Step 3 Z WARNING Connecting to Negative Terminal Connecting the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the discharged battery is dangerous A spark could cause the gas around the battery to explode and injure someone Connect the cable to a point away from the battery In Case of Emergency A WARNING Connecting Jumper Cable to a Moving Part Connecting a jumper cable near or to a moving part is dangerous The cable could get caught when the engine starts and cause serious injury Never connect a jumper cable to or near any part that moves Form No 8P95 EA 00G 073 3A1E E Push Starting You can t start a vehicle with an automatic transaxle by pushing it A CAUTION You shouldn t push start a vehicle that has a manual transaxle It can damage the emission control system A WARNING Towing a Vehicle to Start It Towing a vehicle to start it could be dangerous The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts causing the two vehicles to collide The occ
4. 76Y032 007A Vv Audio sound adjustment 1 Press the audio control knob to select bass mid range treble fade or balance control The selected function will be indicated Form No 8P95 EA 00G About 5 seconds after selecting any mode the volume function will be automatically selected To reset bass treble fade and balance press and hold the audio control knob for 2 seconds The unit will beep and CL will be displayed TUNE push AUDIO CONT a 76Y 032 008 2 Turn the audio control knob to adjust the selected function bass mid range treble fade or balance 5 85 Driving Your Mazda Bass control To adjust the bass select BASS by pressing the audio control knob BASS will be displayed Turn the audio control knob to the right to increase bass to the left to decrease it The level will be displayed Release the audio control knob when the desired level has been reached 5 86 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Mid range control To adjust the mid range select MID by pressing the audio control knob MID will be displayed Turn the audio control knob to the right to increase mid range to the left to decrease it The level will be displayed Release the audio control knob when the desired level has been reached Treble control To adjust the treble select TREB by pressing the audio control knob TREB will be displayed Turn the audio control knob to th
5. Q096 19AE Theft Deterrent System The optional theft deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its contents from being stolen when all of the doors hood and trunk lid are locked If forcible entry is attempted the system sounds the horn and flashes the hazard warning lights and headlights The theft deterrent system has been designed to operate mainly with the keyless entry system transmitter 3 26 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G 096 3AE The system won t function unless it s properly armed So when you leave your vehicle e Lock all doors e Close all windows e Take your key and keyless entry system transmitter e Make sure the security indicator light is flashing 9Q096 4D2E E Operation What turns it on e Forcing open a door the hood or the trunk lid e Opening the hood or the trunk lid by operating the hood release lever or remote trunk lid release button e Opening a door after unlocking the doors with the key or an inside door lock button Knowing Your Mazda The alarm will activate about 15 seconds after a door has been opened The indicator light flashes rapidly for about 15 seconds 096 SAIE What it does e The horn sounds intermittently and the hazard warning lights and headlights flash Q096 6HE e The alarm continues for about 3 minutes then stops Form No 8P95 EA 00G When it is triggered the warning lights and horn
6. Side vent page 5 62 Climate control system page 5 60 Cruise control switch page 5 26 BE a K a ee E Light control _ ee y Q Turn signal lever 7 GED Audio system page 5 75 page 5 44 a udio system page 5 75 S Shift lever page 5 7 5 9 SS j 2 Outside mirror switch page 3 34 Dashboard illumination control page 5 35 Hood release handle page 3 20 Parking brake handle page 5 21 Some models 1 3 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Your Vehicle at a Glance 004 4AE Doors Front Driver s side J94S1003_a 2001 Outside mirror page 3 33 Door lock page 3 4 Door handle page 3 7 Power window master control page 3 13 Courtesy light page 3 41 Remote trunk lid release page 3 16 Front Passenger s side Outside mirror page 3 33 Door lock page 3 4 Door handle page 3 7 Courtesy light page 3 41 Power window switch page 3 13 J94S1004_a 2001 1 4 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Your Vehicle at a Glance Luggage Compartment 004 SAE Form No 8P95 EA 00G Rear J94S6013_1Gr Spare tire page 6 27 Door handle page 3 7 Child safety lock page 3 8 Power window switch page 3 13 d J94A1005 Tool bag Jack Some models 1 5 9 Kssential Safety Equipment Personal safety and comfort are what make driving your Mazda a pleasurable
7. YV Fast forward Reverse Press and hold the fast forward button to advance through a track at high speed Press and hold the reverse button to reverse through a track at high speed Driving Your Mazda VOL Push POWER Vv Ejecting the CD In dash CD changer Normal ejection La 1 Press the CD eject button The disc number and OUT will be displayed Z 2 Pull out the CD 76Y 032 005 Vv Stopping Press the power volume knob to stop CD play Form No 8P95 EA 00G 76Y032 019 Y Ejecting the CD CD player Press the CD eject button to eject the CD 5 115 Driving Your Mazda When the CD is ejected during play the next CD will be played automatically 5 116 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Ejecting CDs from desired tray number fl Press and hold the CD eject button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard Press the channel preset button for the desired CD number within 5 seconds after the beep is heard Pull out the CD Multiple ejection 1 Press and hold the CD eject button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard 2 Wait 5 seconds or press the CD eject button again within 5 seconds after the beep is heard 3 Pull out the CD then the next CD will be ejected Driving Your Mazda e CDs will be ejected starting with the one with the lowest number All CDs in the tray will be ejected continuously CDs can be ej
8. CDs may be ejected iN 8 cm 3 in CDs and CD CAUTION accessories e g 8 cm disc adapter When washing the inside rear cannot be used in the CD window use a soft cloth dampened player changer in luke warm water gently wiping the antenna lines e Do not insert cleaning discs in the Use of glass cleaning products CD player changer could damage the antenna e Do not insert any disc with a peel off or seal on it 5 123 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency Because an emergency can occur anytime we strongly urge you to become familiar with this section of your manual It provides helpful information on what to do if the engine overheats if you have a flat tire and if the battery is discharged 070 1A1E You will also find out what to do if you confront a problem in the electrical system and there s some guidance on the correct way to tow your Mazda Form No 8P95 EA 00G Hazard Warning Flasher Overheating Emergency Starting Fuses Towing Flat Tire 6 2 6 2 6 4 6 8 6 16 6 19 In Case of Emergency 071 1A1E Hazard Warning Flasher Depress the hazard warning switch and all four turn signals will flash at once e The turn signals don t work when the hazard warning lights are on The hazard warning lights warn other Check local regulations about drivers that your vehicle is a traffic the use of hazard warning lights hazard and that they must take while the ve
9. Gasohol CAUTION 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 4 3 Protecting Your Mazda A CAUTION 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 4 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be covered by the Mazda warranty 1 Gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol 2 Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol 3 Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol 032 1A1E Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system the catalytic converter is part of this system that enables your vehicle to comply with U S exhaust emissions requirements 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 Protecting Your Mazda A WARNING Parking Over Things That Burn Parking over or near anything inflammable such a
10. 8 49 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance Trunk light SW High mount brake light 27W 1156 ek a J94A7038 J94A7037 ZN J18T7051 The number in shows the bulb number 8 50 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information Who to consult about a problem what to do if your vehicle has a safety defect what warranties protect your vehicle driving outside the United States and Canada adding equipment tire quality grades This is the kind of consumer information you ll find in Section 9 085 1A1E Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Assistance Mazda Importer Distributors Warranties for Your Mazda Outside the United States and Canada Add On Non Genuine Parts and Accessories Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTQGS Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications Customer Information 086 1A8E Customer Assistance Except Puerto Rico Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business We are here to serve you All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address t
11. Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING TCS and Unsafe Driving The traction control system TCS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident So don t rely on the traction control system as a substitute for safe driving A WARNING TCS and Snow and Ice Driving without proper traction devices on snow and ice covered roads is dangerous The traction control system TCS alone cannot provide adequate traction and you could still have an accident Use snow tires or tires chains and drive at reduced speeds when roads are covered with ice and snow Driving Your Mazda 114 2B1E J94A4010 It flashes when the system regulates engine torque If the light stays on take your vehicle to an Authorized e In addition to the TCS warning Mazda Dealer The traction control light flashing a slight lugging system may have a malfunction sound will come from the engine This indicates that the traction control system is operating properly On slippery surfaces such as fresh snow it will be E Traction Control Indicators impossible to achieve high rpm when the traction control Vv Traction control system TCS system is on warning light This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition
12. w YV Power control mirror The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position 3 34 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G To adjust 1 Rotate the mirror adjusting switch to the left or right to choose the mirror 2 Depress the switch in the appropriate direction After adjusting the mirror lock the control by rotating the switch to the middle position 023 6BE J94A4036 Y Mirror defroster To turn on the mirror defroster turn the ignition on and push the rear window defroster switch page 5 49 Knowing Your Mazda 023 7B1E S Push the lever forward for day driving View from above Pull it back to reduce glare from headlights J g J94A2056 A Stay LZZ Side view Day na Day Night lever f Night J94A2057 Stay E Rearview Mirror With Day Night Function Before driving adjust the rearview If your forward view is obstructed mirror to center on the scene through by the mirror or the sunvisor hits the rear window Do this with the the mirror adjust the mirror stay to day night lever in the day position the center horizontal position 3 35 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda A WARNING Blocked View Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks can be dangerous It can block your view in the rearview mirror which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes Don t stack things higher than t
13. Jump starting 0000 6 4 Pushestarting 0005 6 7 Emission Control System 4 4 Engine Compartment Overview 8 14 Engine Coolant Adding coolant 8 21 Changing coolant 8 22 Inspecting coolant level 8 21 Overheating tact icsverisaunisi 6 2 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge see Water Engine Exhaust Carbon Monoxide 4 6 Engine Oil Changing engine oil and filter 8 18 Inspecting engine oil level 8 17 Recommended oil 8 16 11 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light Engine Starting Exhaust Carbon Monoxide Exterior Care ci 0 c c scwecneaenane sane Eyeglass Holder F Finish Damage Flasher Hazard Warning Flat Tite pe tii wtolea wlio neta Fluids Automatic transaxle Brake clutch Power steering Washet cisccce seed ayes Foot Brake i 6s c2 a0 00 sade cs Front Seat Belts Front Seats Electrically Operated Head restraint height adjustment Height adjustment Page REGINE c6 dcascramtige oars uy inde 2 7 Seat cushion front height adjustment 5 504 ak eds a Saws 2 6 Seat cushion rear height adjustments 5 6344 crea ds edhe gues 2 6 Seat Slides cigs sa ohera Bat 2 6 Front Seats Manually Operated Head restraint height adjus
14. 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A 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 ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND TO ALL OTHER FEDERAL TIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 9 13 Customer Information UTQGS MARK example TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA TEMPERATURE A J18T8003 et Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction A
15. and press the RESUME ACCEL switch 049 11FE With an automatic transaxle vehicle the gear is automatically selected when going uphill 5 29 Driving Your Mazda 050 1AE Instrument Cluster Speedometer Turn signal indicator Tachometer Warning and indicator lights ie pa e T9 OO F 120140 160 Som G8888 Odometer and Trip meter J94S5002 O ate 100 Turn signal indicator Warning and indicator lights vil f Fuel gauge Water temperature gauge Odometer Trip meter selector 5 30 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 051 1AE Gauges E Speedometer The speedometer shows speed in miles and kilometers per hour Form No 8P95 EA 00G 051 2IE Odometer Trip meter selector J94A4023 The display mode can be changed from odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B and then back to odometer by pressing the selector The selected mode will be displayed E Odometer and Trip Meter The ignition switch must be in the ON position 5 31 Driving Your Mazda Trip meter A TRIP A moe Ltt Trip meter B TRIP mrt B Ltt J16E4064 J16E4055 Vv Odometer Vv Trip meter When this mode is selected ODO will be displayed The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven 5 32 Form No 8P95 EA 00G The trip meter can rec
16. lb should be protected by a child restraint system page 2 26 000 00 A WARNING Child in the Front Seat Placing a child 12 years or under in the front seat is dangerous The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously injured or even killed A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side air bag in a moderate right side collision Whenever possible always secure a child 12 years and under in the rear seat with an appropriate child restraint system for the child s age and size Never use a rear facing Continued Essential Safety Equipment child restraint system on the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Form No 8P95 EA 00G 000 00 Z WARNING Child Restraint System Positioning Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous The child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy 2 37 Essential Safety Equipment 000 00 Inflator and air bag Inflators and air bags The air bags are mounted in the following locations the center of the steering wheel the passenger side of the dashboard and in the outboard OS l sides of the front seatbacks They are Crash sensors and f diagnosti
17. may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation 5 81 Driving Your Mazda N068 1NE AM FM Radio with Compact Disc Player 07L032 002B Disc in indicator Band selector buttons MD Cassette tape play button CD eject button CD play button Clock button Soisc in Seek tuning Track up APC button Displ isplay _ _ Seek tuning Track down e H SCAN Scan Hour set button APC button COIN D OOOORPT ROM TI flint iM Gal i710 nee aka SE EL Channel preset buttons ws MAUTON Auto memory y y y y Minute set button push POWER o A push AUDIO CONT J Fast forward button Power Volume knob as an r Manual tuning S 2 Audio control knob Disc down button Disc up button Repeat button Program Random button Reverse Rewind button 1 Use this button if a cassette tape player MD player or CD changer is connected to this unit 5 82 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda N068 1NE AM FM Radio with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player Changer In Dash CD Changer 07L032 002 Disc in indicator Band selector buttons MD Cassette tape play button CD eject button CD play button Clock button Load button Only in dash CD changer AT DISC
18. meet exacting safety standards It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U S Department of Health and Human Services 5 80 Form No 8P95 EA 00G CAUTION e This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel If servicing required contact an Authorized Mazda dealer Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed Continued Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Mazda may void the user s authority to operate this equipment Driving Your Mazda For CD player section This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Form No 8P95 EA 00G 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
19. s seat without setting the parking brake is dangerous Unexpected vehicle movement could occur if the parking brake is not set This could cause an accident Before leaving the driver s seat always set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is at P with an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R with a manual transaxle 5 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 042 7A1E If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position a beep will sound when any door is opened Q043 8AE Starting the Engine 1 Occupants should fasten their seat belts 2 Make sure the parking brake is on 3 Depress the brake pedal Driving Your Mazda 043 9B1E 043 10BE 043 4HE 4 Manual transaxle 5 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold up to 10 Depress the clutch pedal all the The starter will not operate seconds at a time until the engine way and shift into neutral starts Keep the pedal depressed while e If the shift lever is not in P or N Y043 5AE cranking the engine automatic or A Automatic transaxle If the clutch pedal is not CAUTION pushed down all the way Don t try the starter for more than Place the shift lever in P If you manual 10 seconds at a time If the engine must restart the engine while the stalls or fails to start wait 10 vehicle is moving shift the lever to seconds before trying again N Otherwise you may damage the starter and drain the battery 5 5 F
20. Because your Mazda is a large piece of intricate machinery it needs regular care in the form of maintenance and servicing Many owners prefer to do much of this work themselves 080 1AIE So Section 8 has been prepared as a guide for the operator who wants to self service such minor jobs as changing the engine oil replacing bulbs and wiper blades charging the battery and rotating the tires All maintenance schedules are included along with instructions on how to make regular inspections of such things as fluid levels Introduction Scheduled Maintenance Owner Maintenance o0 CO CO Form No 8P95 EA 00G Wn 8 1 Maintenance 081 1AIE Introduction Be extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself and others and damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance If you re unsure about any procedure it describes we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer Factory trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle 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 8 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G damage or an accident and injuries For expert advice and quality service consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The owner should retain evid
21. CAUTION Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears Also don t use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade This will avoid needless clutch wear and damage Driving Your Mazda 044 3AE H Recommendations for Shifting For cruising we recommend these shift points Vv Upshifting 2 0 liter engine 2 5 liter engine For normal acceleration we recommend these shift points 32 km h 34 km h 2 0 liter engine 2 5 liter engine 20 mph 21 mph 50 km h 52 km h 31 mph 32 mph 68 km h 66 km h 42 mph 41 mph 26 km h 27 km h 16 mph 17 mph 45 km h 48 km h 28 mph 30 mph 53 km h 56 km h 33 mph 35 mph y Downshifting 4to5 63 km h 63 km h 39 mph 39 mph 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 5 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed On a steep downgrade downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life Driving Your Mazda 045 1AE Automatic Transaxle E Automatic Transaxle Controls J94S J94A4006_a 7 P o Lock release button Shift lever It To prevent unsafe shifting Ro es N LT Overdrive button D 4 4 For selecting either a three speed or four speed transaxle 20 Overdrive O D OFF indicator This indicator comes on when the overdrive has
22. Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information 089 1A2E Outside the United States and Canada Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards Therefore vehicles built for use in the United States its territories and Canada may differ from those sold in other countries The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside these areas 9 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Example of problems encountered outside the United States and Canada e 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 e Proper repair facilities tools testing equipment and replacement parts may not be available The manufacturer s warranty applies only to Mazda vehicles registered and normally operated in the United States its territories and Canada 090 3AE Add On Non Genuine Parts and Accessories Non genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores These may fit your vehicle but they are not approved by the manufacturer for use with Mazda vehicles When you install non genuine parts or accessories they could affect your vehicle s performance or safety system the manufacturer s warranty
23. Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information S086 1AE Customer Assistance Puerto Rico Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER STEP 2 If after following STEP 1 you feel the need for further assistance please contact your area s Mazda representative Indicated on the next page Please help us by providing the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 9 5 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information 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 9 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information 087 1A9E Mazda Importer Distributors U S A importer Distribut
24. If you must leave your Mazda with another person such as a parking attendant protect valuables in the trunk by locking the rear seat backs and trunk Give the other person only the secondary key which does not open the trunk Form No 8P95 EA 00G J94A2071 push the right side of the trunk lock switch To secure the trunk lid lock the rear seatbacks page 2 13 push the left side of the trunk lock switch and close the trunk To cancel the security feature insert the primary key into the lock turn the key clockwise to open the trunk and 3 17 Knowing Your Mazda N178 1AE Trunk Release Handle Your vehicle is equipped with a trunk release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play around vehicles and use the trunk as a hiding place Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle so that all children can be told about it in an appropriate way keeping in mind that most vehicles don t have such handles 3 18 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Open Trunk Lid and Children Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possib
25. J94A4032 E Turn and Lane Change Signals Vv Turn signal Move the signal lever down for a left turn or up for a right turn to the stop position The signal will self cancel after the turn is completed 5 46 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Green indicators on the dashboard show which signal is working If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn manually return the lever to its original position Vv Lane change signals Move the lever slightly toward the direction of the change until the indicator flashes and hold it there It will return to the off position when released If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally the turn signal bulb may be burned out Driving Your Mazda 055 1IE Windshield Wipers and Washer ee ae J94A4033 2 E Windshield Wipers The ignition switch must be in the ON position Form No 8P95 EA 00G Turn the wipers on by pulling the lever down INT Intermittent 1 Normal 2 Fast 055 2CE J94A4052 Vv Variable speed intermittent wipers Set the lever at INT and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring Some models 5 47 Driving Your Mazda 055 3EE J94A4034 V One touch wipers For a single wiping cycle push the lever up to MIST 5 48 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 055 7A1E Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades the wiper
26. No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda 013 2BE 013 3A1E J94A2019 To close the hood Support rod e Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items e g tools oil containers etc have been removed e Close the hood so that it locks securely 2 Push the safety catch to the leftand 3 Use the support rod to hold the lift the hood hood open Before closing the hood secure the rod in its clip 3 21 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda 134 IBIE Immobilizer System If the engine is started without the proper key the immobilizer system will cause the engine to stall thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle If the system is working properly the warning light will come on when the ignition switch is turned to the START position The light will go out when the engine starts If the light flashes rapidly fails to come on or comes on and stays on it indicates a system malfunction If any of these occur contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible 3 22 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harm
27. Only with one Buckle Fastening the rear center seat belt only with one buckle could be dangerous If only one pair of seat belt tongue and buckle either tongue A and buckle B or tongue C and buckle D is fastened the seat belt cannot provide full protection In a sudden stop or collision the user could slide under the belt and suffer serious injuries Always make sure that both pair of seat belt tongues and buckles are fastened properly Form No 8P95 EA 00G J94A2067A To unfasten the lap belt portion Insert a small object in the anchor buckle B slot such as a key 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 seatback 2 23 Essential Safety Equipment 020 32A1E To fasten the lap belt portion E Seat Belt Extender A WA R N I N G Grasp tongue A and insert it into the If your selt belt is not long enough Unnecessary Use of an Extender anchor buckle B until you hear a even when fully extended a selt belt Using a seat belt extender when click It is now secure for passenger extender may be available to you at no not necessary is dangerous The use charge from your Authorized Mazda seat belt will be too long and not Dealer This extender will be only for fit properly In an accident the you and for the particular vehicle and seat belt will not provide adequate se
28. Storage Areas Attaching an object to a front air bag storage area or placing something in front of it is dangerous In an accident the object could interfere with front air bag inflation and injure the occupants Always keep the front air bag storage areas free of objects Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Side Air Bag Storage Areas Attaching things to the seat in such a way as to cover the outboard side of the seat in any way is dangerous In an accident the object could interfere with the side air bag which inflates from the outboard side of the front seats impeding the added protection of the side air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous Furthermore the bag could be cut open spewing exhaust Do not hang net bags map pouches or back pads with side Continued Form No 8P95 EA 00G straps on the front seats Always keep the side air bag storage areas in your front seats free to deploy in the event of a side collision 0214DE A WARNING Using Seat Covers Using a seat cover on the front seats could be dangerous Ina severe side collision the seat covers could interfere with the side air bag inflation and serious injuries could result Never use seat covers on the front seats A WARNING Damaged Air Bag Sensors Driving with damaged air bag sensors is dangerous A collision even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags could dam
29. air conditioner only when necessary Form No 8P95 EA 00G Slow down on rough roads Keep the tires properly inflated Don t carry unnecessary weight Don t rest your foot on the brake pedal while driving Keep the wheels in correct alignment Keep windows closed at high speeds Slow down when driving in crosswinds and headwinds 036 2AE Z WARNING Coasting Turning off the engine to coast down a hill can be 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 4 9 Protecting Your Mazda R aha n7 037 1CE Special Driving Conditions E Hazardous Driving When driving on ice or in water snow mud sand or similar hazard e Be cautious and allow extra distance for braking e Avoid sudden braking and quick steering e Brake with the pedal by using a light up down motion Don t hold the pedal down constantly e If you get stuck shift to 1 or 2 and accelerate slowly Don t spin the front wheels 4 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G For more traction in starting use sand rock salt chains carpeting or other nonslip material under the front wheels 037 3A1E A WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces Downshifting into first gear with a manual transaxle or into low with an automatic transaxle while driving on slippery surfaces coul
30. and loose connections 4 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G e Use washer fluid made with antifreeze but don t use engine coolant antifreeze for washer fluid page 8 33 e Don t use the parking brake if it might freeze Instead shift to P with an automatic transaxle and to 1 or R with a manual Block the rear wheels 037 8HIE Y Snow tires Your vehicle is originally equipped with all season radials designed to be used all year around In some extreme climates you may find it necessary to replace them with snow tires during the winter months to further improve traction on snow and ice covered roads Use snow tires on all four wheels Don t go faster than 120 km h 75 mph Inflate snow tires 28 kPa 0 3 kgf cm2 4 psi more than recommended on the tire pressure label driver s door but never more than the maximum cold tire pressure shown on the tires Protecting Your Mazda 037 9A5E A WA R N T N G V Tire chains 3 Retighten the chains after driving 1 2 1 km 1 4 1 2 mile Mixing Tire Types Check local regulations before using Using tires different in size or type tire chains is dangerous Your vehicle s handling could be greatly affected Install the chains on the front tires and result in an accident Use Don t use chains on the rear tires only the same size and type tires Use only SAE Class S chains and snow radial or non radial on make sure they fit all four wheels To
31. and poor Incorrect Tire Inflation spare tire in se sealing of the tire bead which Overinflation or underinflation of will deform the wheel and tires is dangerous Adverse cause separation of tire from handling or unexpected tire Y Tire rotation mny failure could result in a serious accident Always inflate the tires To equalize tread wear rotate the tires Overinflation can produce a to the correct pressure page every 6 000 km 3 750 miles or harsh ride and a greater 10 6 sooner if irregular wear develops possibility of damage from road During rotation inspect them for hazards correct balance Continued 8 42 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance Also inspect them for uneven wear and damage Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following e Incorrect tire pressure e Improper wheel alignment e Out of balance wheel e Severe braking After rotation bring all tire pressures to specification page 10 6 and inspect the lug nuts for tightness Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 37AE J94A7028 J18YZ061 62 Tread wear indicator Worn tread New tread Vv Replacing a tire If a tire wears evenly a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread Replace the tire when this happens You may need to replace it before the band is across the entire tread 083 38A1E A WARNING Worn Tires Driving with worn tires is dangerous Reduced b
32. and wrinkles Clean it with a leather cleaner or mild soap Wipe it with a damp soft cloth then dry and buff it with a dry soft cloth Vv Fabric Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner Clean it with a mild soap solution good for upholstery and carpets Remove fresh spots immediately with a fabric spot cleaner To keep the fabric looking clean and fresh take care of it Otherwise its color will be affected it can be stained easily and its fire resistance may be reduced Appearance Care A CAUTION Use only recommended cleaners and procedures Others may affect appearance and fire resistance Form No 8P95 EA 00G 079 3A3E E Cleaning the Lap Shoulder Belt Webbing Clean the webbing with a mild soap solution recommended for upholstery or carpets Follow instructions Don t bleach or dye the webbing this may weaken it A 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 079 4AE E Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily greasy or waxy film clean them with glass cleaner Follow the directions on the container A CAUTION Don t scrape or scratch the inside of the rear window You may damage the rear window defroster grid 7 13 Maintenance
33. could result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal Vv Waxing Your vehicle needs to be waxed when water no longer beads on the finish Always wash and dry the vehicle before waxing it In addition to the vehicle body wax the metal trim to maintain its luster 1 Use wax which contains no abrasives Waxes containing abrasive will remove paint and could damage bright metal parts 2 Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic mica and solid colors 3 When waxing coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth Appearance Care 4 Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth A spot remover to remove oil tar and similar materials will usually also take off the wax Rewax these areas even if the rest of the vehicle doesn t need it Form No 8P95 EA 00G 078 3AE E Repairing Damage to the Finish Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs A CAUTION If your Mazda is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced make sure the body shop applies anticorrosion materials to all parts both repaired and new This will prevent them from rusting 078 4AE E Bright Metal Maintenance Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects Never do this wi
34. during this interval Driving Your Mazda PROG oiscv 2oisca 3 RPT AROM 5m e 76Y032 010 Preset channel tuning The six preset channels can be used to store 6 AM and 12 FM stations Form No 8P95 EA 00G To set a channel first select AM FM1 or FM2 Tune to the station you want and depress a channel preset button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard The preset channel number and station frequency will be displayed The station is now held in the memory 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 If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be canceled 5 93 Driving Your Mazda H SCAN m AUTO M amp 76Y032 011 Auto memory tuning This is especially useful when driving in an area where the local stations are not known Additional AM FM stations can be stored without disturbing the previously set channels 5 94 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Press and hold the auto memory button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard the system will automatically scan and temporarily store the six strongest stations of each selected band in that area After scanning is completed the strongest station will be tuned
35. flash on and off in sequence 76Y 032 021 Vv Dolby noise reduction When using a tape with Dolby NR push the DO button The OQ symbol will be displayed To play a tape without Dolby NR push the button once again Driving Your Mazda Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing When the cassette tape ends during Corporation fast forward or rewind it 54a 6 gt automatically stops and starts Dolby and the double D symbol _ playing DO are trademarks of Dolby A gt Laboratories Licensing Corporation 76Y032 018 YV Fast forward Rewind Press the fast forward button to fast forward Press the rewind button to rewind To stop this operation and play the cassette tape press the button again 5 97 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda NOTE When the cassette tape ends the PROG unit automatically reverses play 76Y032 015 76Y032 017_a V Reversing v APC Automatic Program Control Press the program button to change cassette tape playing direction APC is used to find the beginning of either the next program or the one being played 5 98 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Press the APC button A to the If APC detects 15 seconds of blank beginning of the next selection space it will automatically advance the Press the APC button V to the tape to the next selection beginning of
36. motor is protected by a circuit breaker This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades but only for about 5 minutes If this happens turn off the wiper switch and park off the right of way After 5 minutes turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally If they don t consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible 055 9AE J94A4035 E Windshield Washer 055 SHE The ignition switch must be in the ON position Driving Your Mazda Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid In the OFF or INT position the wipers will be activated until the lever is released If the washer doesn t work inspect the fluid level page 8 33 If it s OK consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8P95 EA 00G 055 6BE A WARNING Frozen Washer Fluid Using windshield washer fluid in freezing temperatures could be dangerous The washer fluid could freeze on the windshield and block your vision You could have an accident Don t use the washer without first warming the windshield 057 1F1E Rear Window Defroster J94A4036 The rear defroster clears frost fog and thin ice from the rear window The ignition switch must be in the ON position 5 49 Driving Your Mazda 057 2B1E Push the switch to turn on the rear window defroster the indicator light will come on e When the switch is turned on This def
37. other passengers attempt to push the seatback forward and backward to make sure it is locked in place 2 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Z WARNING Passenger on the Folded Seatback Driving with a passenger on the folded seatback is dangerous Allowing a child to sit up on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving is particularly dangerous In a sudden stop or even a minor collision a child not in a proper seat or child restraint system and seat belt could be thrown forward back or even out of the car resulting in serious injuries or death The child or other objects in the baggage area could be thrown into other Continued occupants and cause serious injury Never allow a passenger to sit or stand on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving A WARNING Children and the Folding Rear Seat Playing with the folding rear seat is dangerous The folding rear seatbacks cannot be folded down from inside the luggage compartment Do not give the car keys to children and do not allow them to play in the vehicle Essential Safety Equipment 019 5EE Q019 17AE NOTE A ESA The seatback locks are part of the 4 a trunk security system page 3 17 E Rear Seatback Lock To lock or unlock a seatback move the lever 2 13 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 020 1IE Seat Belt System Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accide
38. press the hour set button H to advance the minutes press the minute set button M while the time is flashing Press the clock button again to start the clock If the power supply to the unit is interrupted if the fuse blows or the vehicle s battery is disconnected the clock will need to be reset Driving Your Mazda JS58PAU4032 Form No 8P95 EA 00G If the time is not adjusted while the clock s current time is flashing if neither the H nor M is pressed and the clock button is pressed a second time the minutes will be set to 00 If the clock s current time setting is within the latter part of the hour from 30 to 59 min the hour setting will automatically advance one hour T 07L032 003 Y Changing the display mode The display on the unit can be changed by pressing the clock button This alternates the display between clock and audio When the clock mode has been selected the time will be displayed 5 89 Driving Your Mazda If audio operation is selected while the clock mode is on selected audio mode will be displayed for 10 seconds then the display will revert to the clock mode 5 90 Form No 8P95 EA 00G EEI 07L032 006 E Operating the Radio To operate the radio turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position Y Radio ON Press the AM or FM1 2 button to turn the radio on Driving Your Mazda Y Band se
39. sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player Use a good quality head cleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to remove it Should the unit not operate normally consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Never attempt to repair it or insert a screwdriver or anything else Vv Handing the cassette tape player The following precautions should be observed 5 101 Driving Your Mazda J54A01 J54A02 J18Y4176_AD e Do not spill any liquid on the audio Do not insert any objects other If the cassette tape is loose it may system than cassette tape into the slot produce poor sound or performance during playback Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack 5 102 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Only cassette tapes that play no longer than 90 minutes should be used Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are thin and may easily break Do not leave a cassette tape in the tape player slot when not in use Remove it completely to permit the slot door to close and to protect the mechanism from dust Store cassette tape away from extreme heat magnetic fields and direct sunlight Protect the exposed cassette tape from dirt and damage Store cassette tapes in their original cases or other protective cases Form No 8P95 EA 00G Insert only cassette tapes into the slot If objects other than cassette tapes are inserted they may damage the player E Operating the Mini
40. switch is turned to the ON position 5 17 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda J94A4011 v TCS OFF Indicator Light This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position It goes off when the engine is started 5 18 Form No 8P95 EA 00G It also comes on when you switch off the traction control system or when the system has a malfunction After starting the engine on very cold days the TCS OFF indicator will remain on and the system will not operate until the engine is warm 114 3AE E TCS OFF Switch Push this switch once to turn off the TCS Push it again to turn the TCS back on Driving Your Mazda e Ifthe 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 047 1A1E Brake System E Foot Brake Your Mazda has power assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use Should power assist fail you can stop by applying greater force than normal to the brake pedal But the distance required to stop will be greater than usual Z WARNING Driving with the Engine Off Continuing to drive when the engine is stalled or turned off is dangerous Braking will require more effort and the brake s power assist could be depleted if you pump the brake This will cause longer stopping distan
41. that are swollen or deteriorated The coolant should be at full in the radiator and between the F and L marks on the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool 083 9C1E J94A7042_a If it s at or near L add enough coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to F 8 21 Maintenance 083 10AE 083 11DE Do not overfill Vv Changing coolant A C AUTION If new coolant is required frequently Change coolant according to e The engine has aluminum parts consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Scheduled Maintenance page 8 3 and must be protected by an ethylene glycol based coolant to prevent corrosion and freezing CAUTION CAUTION Radiator coolant will damage e Use only soft demineralized paint Rinse it off quickly water in the coolant mixture Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant s effectiveness DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol antifreeze DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant This could damage the cooling system Don t use a solution that contains more than 60 percent antifreeze This would reduce effectiveness Mixing green coolant with orange Don t add only water Always coolant could decrease the service add a proper coolant mixture life expentancy of the coolant Use only genuine Mazda orange colored or equivalent coolant 8 22 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance For m
42. the ignition and turn it to the ON position If it takes longer than 15 seconds the alarm will sound Q096 15E1E The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter even when the system is armed The alarm will not come on and the system will remain armed Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q096 1611E E To Stop the Warning Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by opening the trunk with the key or pressing the UNLOCK button or the button on the keyless entry system transmitter If the transmitter doesn t work put the key into the ignition and turn it to the ON position 096 17AE If you have any problem with the theft deterrent system consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 096 18AE ELECTRONICALLY PROTECTED BY THEFT DETERRENT SYSTEM J94A2021 J18T2024 E Theft Deterrent Labels Labels indicating that your vehicle is equipped with a Theft Deterrent System are in the glove box 3 29 Knowing Your Mazda Mazda recommends that you affix them to the lower rear corner of the front door windows 3 30 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 014 2BE Fuel Filler Lid 015 1DE Fuel Filler Cap SZ J94A2023 Open bP Close To open pull the remote fuel filler lid release up e To remove the filler cap turn it counterclockwise e To replace the filler cap turn it clockwise until it clicks Knowing Your Mazda 015 3AE A WARN
43. the one being played To stop this operation and play the cassette tape press the button again APC may not operate properly if e A tape was recorded at a low level A tape has long silent intervals A tape is a live recording A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds Form No 8P95 EA 00G 76Y032 014 Y Repeat play This operation makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly Press the repeat button during play The current selection playing will be repeated RPT will be displayed 5 99 Driving Your Mazda Press the repeat button once again to cancel repeat play RPT may not operate properly if e A tape was recorded at a low level e A tape has long silent intervals e A tape is a live recording e A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds 5 100 Form No 8P95 EA 00G VOL pusH POWER 76Y032 005 Y Stopping Press the power volume knob to stop cassette tape play 76Y032 022 Vv Ejecting the cassette tape Press the cassette tape eject button to eject the cassette tape Driving Your Mazda The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position Form No 8P95 EA 00G E Operating Tips for Cassette Tape player Vv Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head capstans and pinch rollers will gather oxide residue from cassette tapes This can cause weak or wavering
44. two windows at once Q008 7A1E A WARNING Children Playing with Power Windows E Passenger Door Power Window E Key Operated Trunk Playing with power windows is Switch dangerous Someone s hands To open the trunk lid insert the head or neck could get caught in To open the window push down on its primary key and turn it clockwise a closing window They would be switch To close pull the switch up seriously injured or even killed The secondary key will not operate Don t let children play with power this lock page 3 2 windows J94A2015 3 15 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda To close push the lid down until the lock snaps shut Don t slam it Then pull up on it to make sure it s secure 3 16 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q010 2A1E A WARNING Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous This gas contains CO carbon monoxide which is colorless odorless and highly poisonous If inhaled it can cause loss of consciousness and death Because exhaust gas can get into the cabin through an open trunk keep the trunk closed when driving Q010 3BE E Remote Trunk Lid Release To release the trunk lid from inside the vehicle push the button Knowing Your Mazda UQ010 6IE E Trunk Security In some situations you may want to prevent the trunk from being opened with the remote trunk lid release
45. will activate They will shut off when e The doors are unlocked with the keyless entry system transmitter e The trunk lid is opened with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter e The ignition is turned to the ON position 096 8AE E How to Arm the System 1 Remove the ignition key Q096 9GE 2 Close the hood and the trunk lid Then close the doors and press the LOCK button on the keyless entry system transmitter 096 10BE NOTE Locking the doors with a key will not arm the system 3 27 Knowing Your Mazda 096 12AE J94A2008A Lock a D J94S3001 096 14C1E 4 S X WOES J94S3002 The following method will also arm the theft deterrent system Close the hood and the trunk lid Press the area on the door lock switch marked DOOR LOCK once and then close all the doors 3 28 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 3 The turn signal lights flash for about 2 seconds then the security indicator light starts to flash every 3 seconds to indicate that the system is fully armed It continues to flash until the theft deterrent system is turned off E To Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by pressing the UNLOCK button on the keyless entry system transmitter If the transmitter doesn t work unlock the driver s door with a key Open the door and within 15 seconds put the Knowing Your Mazda key into
46. you must use the front seat for children If you cannot put all children in the rear seat at least put the smallest in the rear seat and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the shoulder Do not put rear facing child restraint systems on the front passenger s seat This seat is also not set up for tethered child restraint systems put them in one of the three rear seat positions set up with tether anchors Don t allow anyone to sleep against the right front door if you have an optional side air bag it could cause serious injuries to an out of position occupant As children more often sleep in cars it is better to put them in the rear seat If installing the child restraint system on the front seat is unavoidable follow these instructions when using a front facing child restraint system in the front passenger s seat 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 Essential Safety Equipment Z WARNING Front Passenger s Seat Position As your vehicle has front air bags and doubly so if your vehicle has optional side air bags a front facing child restraint system should be put on the front seat only when it is unavoidable Always move the seat as far back as possible because the force of a deploying air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child Form No
47. 1AE To change a flat tire follow procedure 1 through 15 carefully Q076 7A1E J94A5016 Wheel block 1 Park on a level surface off the right of way and firmly set the parking brake 2 Shift an automatic transaxle to P or shift a manual transaxle to R and turn off the engine 6 21 In Case of Emergency 076 8B2E 3 Turn on the hazard warning flasher 4 Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic 5 Remove the jack lug wrench and spare tire 6 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire When blocking a front wheel place the block in front of the tire When blocking a rear wheel place the block behind the tire 6 22 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q076 9HIE J94S6004 7 Pry off the wheel cover or center cap with the beveled end of the lug wrench Force the end of the wrench firmly between wheel and cover or cap or removal will be difficult In Case of Emergency Q076 23CE A CAUTION Center Cap There is a valve stem mark inside the center cap When installing the center cap align this mark with the tire s valve stem Wheel Cover Align the notch on the wheel cover with the valve stem when installing it Damage could occur during installation if the center cap or wheel cover is not properly aligned Form No 8P95 EA 00G 076 10A1E 076 11EE J94A5018 Lug wrench
48. 2 8 Height cesrenmk trecerii comand 2 6 Recline ssatssrroteoiaieneno ek 2 7 Seat cushion front height 2 6 Seat cushion rear height 2 6 Seats liden prion aR ganas 2 6 Seat Adjustment Manually Operated Head restraint height 2 4 Recline foi cigas eiaeia eii 2 3 HIS scien e oE a ed 2 2 TE a renransuipogiipir nann 2 5 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Page Seat E P EEEE 2 24 Cleaning piniaria en E cad 7 13 Extender cosis dsrrsesarepretii 2 24 RON ce recess shane EEE 2 17 Pregnant women 2 25 Reat reeur Ea a EAN EE a 2 20 System sanere e anan ha Paw 2 14 Warning ighi cs savas aksviae 5 37 Seat Belt Extender 2 24 Service Publications 9 16 SHOW Tires esanik cease eas 4 12 DOCKEL E E E EE E ena 8 6 ams 5 51 Spate THE 6 cis ssscevig decd an 6 27 8 44 Special Driving Conditions 4 10 SpPecHicallon sree soe dae atone seis 10 1 Specifications Air conditioner 10 6 Capacities ca 8cnpesie arsine tw raak 10 5 DIMENSIONS 5 sock ye hoe ek a 10 3 Electrical system 10 4 ENENG sf 08 5 a discwstten ning aes 10 4 Page Light DUDS 34 2 siassccand esac 10 7 Lubricant quality 10 2 MATES csp aircse speci eoestsite E eed gee 10 6 WEISS 5 cvs die seis arias eranwiate eae 10 3 Speedometer 5 31 Starting the Engine 5 4 Steering Wheel HOt eee rere 3 33 TUE WHEEL seis a sis 6s S
49. 5 EA 00G Maintenance Don t bend the stiffeners You need to use them again Are A J94A7023 J94A7024_a S support J18Y7037 He J18Y7038 A CAUTION If the metal stiffeners are switched the blade s wiping efficiency could be reduced Stiffeners So don t use the driver s side metal stiffeners on the 3 Hold the end of the rubber and pull 4 Remove the metal stiffeners from passenger s side or vice versa until the tabs are free of the metal the blade rubber and install them in support new blades Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffeners in the new blade rubber so that the curve is the same as it was in the old blade rubber 8 37 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance J94A7025 J18Y7039 5 Carefully insert the new blade rubber Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal 8 38 Form No 8P95 EA 00G NOTE Install the blade so that the tabs are toward the bottom of the wiper arm 083 31A1E E Battery A WARNING Battery Related Lead Materials Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Z WARNING Spilled Battery Fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in your eye
50. 60 mph and tap the RESUME ACCEL switch 5 times your vehicle speed will increase and set at 104 km h 65 mph 5 27 Driving Your Mazda 049 8AE E Accelerating with Cruise Control On Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on Greater speed will not interfere with it or change the set speed Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed 5 28 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 049 9A1E J94A4021 J18T4018 E To Decrease Cruising Speed Press and hold SET COAST switch Release the switch at the speed you want Your vehicle has a tap down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1 6 km h 1 mph by a momentary tap of the SET COAST switch Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1 6 km h 1 mph for each tap For example if you are currently set at 104 km h 65 mph and tap the SET COAST switch 5 times your vehicle speed will decrease and set at 96 km h 60 mph Driving Your Mazda 049 10A4E J94A4022 E To Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 40 km h 25 mph If something besides the CRUISE MAIN switch was used to cancel cruising speed and the system is still activated the most recent set speed will automatically resume when the Form No 8P95 EA 00G RESUME ACCEL switch is pressed If vehicle speed is below 40 km h 25 mph increase the vehicle speed up to 40 km h 25 mph
51. 8 43 Rotation s4 ssdacnrecnssad anre 8 42 SHOW TES AA I EON AEEA 4 12 TOWNE aco5 2 breistect Gabaron dase 6 16 Traction Control System TCS 5 16 INGICALOLS 5 a0 Stew Ge ageg ee dey 5 17 TCS OFF switch 4 5 18 Traction Control System TCS OFF Indicator Light o 6 6ckcswu wise 5 43 Traction Control System TCS Warning Light 5 39 Trailer Towing 4 15 Transaxle Ranges Automatic 5 10 Page Transaxle Automatic 5 9 Transaxle Manual 5 7 Transmission see Transaxle Tip ME tet ss oe ste wee crawatocenee 5 31 Trunk lid aserre unon n anaia sia 3 15 Key operated trunk lid release 3 15 Remote trunk lid release 3 16 Trunk security 3 17 Tink LAG caste si ar sinea eni 3 41 Trunk release handle 3 18 Turn and Lane Change Signals 5 46 Tuti Signals scissor 0 Secon tia 5 46 U Underbody Maintenance 7 10 Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTOGS seriet irae eaa 9 12 Temperature A B C 9 12 Traction AA A B C 9 12 Tied Wear c 5 3 2 dattcia chin dian cadroe 9 12 Index Vv Vanity Mirrors 00 Vehicle Information Labels 11 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G W Warning Lights Beeps Antilock brake system ABS Brake system Charging system Check engine ecn reae fas DOO ajar sekjen ects eens Engine oil pres
52. 8P95 EA 00G 020 21AE A WARNING Rear Facing Child Restraint System Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are paticularly dangerous The child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Z WARNING Seating Position with Side Air Bag Allowing a child to lean over or against the front door is dangerous If the vehicle is equipped with side air bags the impact of an inflating side air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child Children are more likely to sleep in the vehicle when they do they are more at risk in the front passenger s seat that has an optional side air bag because they may slump over into the path of the seatback mounted air bag If a child can t be seated Continued 2 33 Essential Safety Equipment in the rear seat do not allow the child to lean over or against the front door even if the child is seated in a child restraint system 2 34 Form No 8P95 EA 00G J54A2112H Vv Front passenger s seat child restraint system installation Lap shoulder belt 1 Slide the seat as far back as possible Secure the child restraint system with the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt See the instructions on the child restraint system for bel
53. A 9 14 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Temperature A 092 1A5E Reporting Safety Defects If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor Customer Information To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline Form No 8P95 EA 00G Note Tf you live in the U S A all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine California 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 Customer Assistance Center or toll free at 1 800 222 5500 If you live outside of the U S A please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor shown on page 9 7 in this boo
54. A Word to Mazda Owners 001 1A1E Thank you for choosing a Mazda We An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows We assure you that all of us at Mazda at Mazda design and build vehicles your vehicle best So when have an ongoing interest in your with complete customer satisfaction in maintenance or service is necessary motoring pleasure and in your full mind that s the place to go satisfaction with your Mazda product To help ensure enjoyable and Our nationwide network of Mazda Mazda North American Operations trouble free operation of your Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing read this manual carefully and follow you with the best possible service its recommendations Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda Should you resell the vehicle leave this manual with it for the next owner 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A Word to Mazda Owners All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing Because improvement is a constant goal at Mazda we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation 001 2BE Air Conditioning and the Environment Your Mazda s genuine air conditioner is fill
55. A2053 Map light Map ie Map light The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches indicated Knowing Your Mazda Q027 1AE Trunk Light Courtesy Lights Courtesy light The trunk light is on when the lid is Lights on when any door is open open and off when it s closed J94A2061 3 41 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Protecting Your Mazda Most people like to save money With an automobile that can be done in several ways from its first day of operation Probably tops on the list of cost efficiency is using the right kind of fuel and using that fuel conservatively 030 1A2E Section 4 explains how to do this Further it discusses proper loading and how to respond to unusual driving conditions It also illustrates where important vehicle information labels may be found Form No 8P95 EA 00G Fuel Requirements Emission Control System Engine Exhaust Before Driving Break In Period Money Saving Suggestions Special Driving Conditions Vehicle Information Labels 4 2 4 4 4 6 4 7 4 8 4 9 4 10 4 16 Protecting Your Mazda 031 1C2E Fuel Requirements 2 0 liter engine 2 5 liter engine Also fuel with a rating lower than 87 Vehicles equipped with catalytic Vehicles equipped with catalytic octane could cause the emission converters must use ONLY converters must use ONLY control system to lose effectiveness It UNLEADED FUEL which will UNLEADED FUEL which wi
56. Add fluid if necessary it does not require periodic changing 8 27 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance Visually examine the lines and hoses for 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 8 28 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 16A2E 6 It must be between HIGH and If new fluid is required frequently LOW Add fluid if necessary consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Don t overfill CAUTION To avoid damage to the power steering pump don t operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is low NOTE Use specified power steering fluid chart page 10 2 Maintenance 083 18A1E YQ083 19A2E E Inspecting Automatic Transaxle AN C AUTION 1 Park on a level surface and set the Fluid Level parking brake firmly e Low fluid level causes The automatic transaxle fluid level transaxle slippage Overfilling 2 Idle the engine about two minutes should be inspected regularly Measure can cause foaming loss of Push down on the brake pedal it as described below fluid and malfunction 3 Move the shift lever through all The volume of fluid changes with the Use specified fluid page 10 2 ranges and set it at P temperature Fluid must be chec
57. BE 017 1DE 017 8A1E Front Seats Electrically Operated J94A2070 The seat bottom tilt seat height and A CAUTION seat slide can be electrically adjusted Move them to the desired positions by e The seat bottom power adjust is using the switch on the seat s lower operated by a motor Avoid side extended operation because excessive use can damage the motor To prevent the battery from running down avoid using the power adjust when the engine is E Seat Tilt Driver s Seat stopped The adjuster uses a great amount of electric power The seat bottom angle can be adjusted by rotating the dial The dial tilts the seat bottom upward 2 5 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 017 2AE 017 3AE 017 4AE J94A2028 J94A2027 J94A2029 E Seat Slide E Seat Bottom Front Height E Seat Bottom Rear Height Adjustment Adjustment To slide the front seat move the slide lifter switch on the left side of the seat To adjust the front height of the Raise or lower the back of the switch to the front or back and hold it Release the switch when the seat is where you want it 2 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G seat bottom raise or lower the front of to adjust the rear height of the the slide lifter switch on the left side of seat bottom the seat Essential Safety Equipment 017 5A1E Lower the seat bottom by pressing down on the center and releasing it
58. D 5 108 Form No 8P95 EA 00G E Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display find the cause in the chart If you cannot clear the error indication take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Indication Cause Solution MD is inserted Insert the MD properly If the code does not disappear consult an CHECK upside down Authorized Mazda Dealer MD MD is defective Check the MD for scratches and or soiling Driving Your Mazda E Operating the Compact Disc CD Player In Dash CD Changer To operate the CD player in dash CD changer turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position V Inserting the CD CD player Insert the CD into the slot label side up The auto loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play There will be a short lapse before play begins while the player reads the digital signals on the CD The disc in indicator will illuminate and the track number will be displayed Form No 8P95 EA 00G Vv Inserting the CD In dash CD changer The CD must be label side up when inserting The auto loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play There will be a short lapse before play begins while the player reads the digital signals on the CD The disc number and the track number will be displayed A CD cannot be inserted while the display reads WAIT A beeping sound can be heard during this waiting time Simultaneously pressing the power volume knob an
59. Disc MD Player To operate the MD player turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position Vv Inserting the MD Insert the MD label side up with the arrow pointed to the slot The auto loading mechanism will set the MD and begin play There will be a short lapse before play begins while the player reads the digital signals on the MD Some models 5 103 Driving Your Mazda MD TAPE Press the repeat button once again to cancel repeat play 76Y032 023A Vv Playing Press the MD play button to start playing when a MD is in the unit 5 104 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 76Y032 014 Y Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly Press the repeat button during play The current selection will be repeated RPT will be displayed Driving Your Mazda Press the random button once again to cancel random play PROG A RDM a8 76Y032 015 Vv Random play This feature allows the MD player to randomly select the order of the songs Press the random button during play The next selection will be randomly selected RDM will be displayed Form No 8P95 EA 00G m AUTO M SSS 76Y 032 020 YV Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track Press the scan button during play to start scan play operation the track number will flash 5 105 Driv
60. Driving Your Mazda Y Selecting the airflow mode When you want air to the face Mode When you want air to the face and the floor Ny When you want air mainly to the floor When you want air to the floor and defrost the windshield When you want to defrost the windshield Airflow S J SANCU Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Louver a LITI A CITIT S U C T CITIIT Cl Tit tT 3 Knob Ki J94AAC02 Open KOD Close J94AAC03 V Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knobs and louvers 5 64 Form No 8P95 EA 00G YV Adjusting the amount of airflow These vents can be opened by rotating the vertical wheels up or closed by rotating them down When using the air conditioner mist may come out from the vents This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled Driving Your Mazda E Control Panel Fan control dial page 5 66 Temperature control dial page 5 66 Mode selector switch page 5 68 Mode selector switch page 5 68 Air intake selector switch page 5 67 Air conditioner switch page 5 69 J9485124 Some models 5 65 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda J94AAC10 Vv Fan control dial 5 66 Form No 8P95 EA 00G This dial allows variable fan speeds Fan of
61. EA 00G Maintenance I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary Schedule 2 Cont d MAINTENANCE Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first INTERVALS Months MAINTENANCE ati ITEM Xx 1000 miles 40 45 Washer fluid level Air conditioner refrigerant if installed Air conditioner compressor if installed a a es 8 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 1AE Owner Maintenance E Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible Vv When refueling e Brake and clutch fluid level page 8 25 Form No 8P95 EA 00G e Engine coolant level page 8 21 e Engine oil level page 8 17 e Washer fluid level page 8 33 Vv At least monthly e Tire inflation pressures page 8 41 083 46A1E Vv At least twice a year for example every spring and fall e Automatic transaxle fluid level page 8 29 e Power steering fluid level page 8 27 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 e Air filter page 8 34 8 11 Maintenance e Engine coolant
62. Engine oil engine coolant brake clutch fluid washer fluid and other fluid levels should be inspected daily weekly or at refueling depending on the fluid See Maintenance Section 8 4 7 Protecting Your Mazda E After Getting In Q034 3BE e Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light Are all doors closed and locked goes off Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted Always be thoroughly familiar with your Mazda Is everyone s seat belt fastened Do all the lights work Check all gauges Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position 4 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 035 1AE Break In Period No special break in is necessary but a few precautions in the first 1 000 km 600 miles may add to the performance economy and life of your Mazda e Don t race the engine e Don t maintain one constant speed for long periods e Avoid unnecessary hard stops e Avoid full throttle starts Protecting Your Mazda 036 1AE Money Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs e Avoid long warm ups Once the engine runs smoothly begin driving e Avoid fast starts e Keep the engine tuned Follow the maintenance schedule page 8 3 and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing e Use the
63. GITAL AUDIO J70E4076 J25FO0D e When driving over uneven e The CD player changer has been surfaces the sound will jump designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown No other discs can be played 5 121 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda J45T4071 e Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge 5 122 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Do not stick paper or tape on the CD Avoid scratching the reverse side the side without a label Dust finger smudges and dirt can decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface thus affecting sound quality If the CD should become soiled gently wipe it with a soft cloth from the center of the CD to the edge Do not use record sprays antistatic agents or household spray cleaners Volatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner can also damage the surface of the CD and must not be used Anything that can damage warp or fog plastic should never be used to clean CDs CDs like traditional audio records are made of plastic To avoid warping keep the CDs in their cases and do not store them where they will be exposed to direct sunlight Driving Your Mazda Antenna e The CD player changer ejects the The rear window antennas receive CD if the CD is inserted upside both AM and FM signals down Also dirty and or defective
64. I I Steering operation and linkages Front suspension ball joints Driveshaft dust boots Bolts and nuts on chassis and body Exhaust system heat shields All locks and hinges Air conditioner refrigerant if installed I Air conditioner compressor if installed meme eee _ 8 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance Schedule 2 MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary R Replace Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first MAINTENANCE x00 ITEM x 1000 miles Engine valve clearance Except Puerto Rico Engine oil Puerto Rico Engine timing belt 2Inspect for 96 000 km 60 000 miles Replace every 168 000 km 105 000 miles Hoses and tubes for emission Air filter 1 According to state and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometrage mileage period to ensure long term reliability 2 Ifthe vehicle is operated in cold districts below 18 C 0 F replace the timing belt at 96 000 km 60 000 miles Form No 8P95 EA 00G 8 7 Maintenance Schedule 2 Cont d MAINTENANCE INTERVALS Months I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary Oil permeated air filter can
65. IE If the check engine light flashes E Antilock Brake System continuously decrease your speed and ABS Warning Light consult an Authorizd Mazda Dealer as When the engine is jump started to soon as possible The warning light stays on for a few charge the battery uneven rpm 053 12CE seconds when the ignition switch is occurs and the ABS warning light E Door Ajar Warning turned to the ON position comes on This is due to a weak Light Aah battery not a malfunction If the ABS warning light stays on This warning light comes on when any while you re driving the ABS control Recharge the battery door or trunk isn t securely closed 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 5 40 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 053 16RE E Supplemental Restraint z System Warning Light F0 If the supplemental restraint 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 A system malfunction is indicated when this light constantly flashes stays on or doesn t come on at all If one of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident Form No 8P95 EA 00G Z WARNING Self Ser
66. IN Seek tuning Track up a APC button lV Display H SCAN Seek tuning Track down A SEEK Scan Hour set button APC button con D OOOORPT ROM TI II I Gal i710 es waka SE CL Channel preset buttons 2 MAUTON Auto memory Y Y y y y c Minute set button Pusu POWER _ o R A pust AUDIO CONT Fast forward button O mie J S lt Manual tuning Power Volume knob N oo a amp Audio control knob Disc down button Dolby NR button Cassette tape eject button Disc up button Repeat button Program Random button Reverse Rewind button Some models 5 83 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda VOL Push POWER 76Y032 005 E Power ON OFF Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position 5 84 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Press the power volume knob to turn the audio system on Press the power volume knob again to turn the audio system off To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the audio system on for a long period when the engine is not running VOL PpusH POWER Decrease Increase A 76Y 032 006 YV Volume adjustment Turn the power volume knob to adjust the volume Driving Your Mazda S PusH AUDIO CONT X7 mid Vv TREE Vv FAJE Vv BAL
67. ING Fuel Spray Fuel spray is dangerous Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness when ingested Fuel spray happens when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is removed too quickly When removing the fuel cap loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop Then remove it Form No 8P95 EA 00G Z WARNING Fuel Vapor Fuel vapor is dangerous It could be ignited by sparks or flames causing serious burns and injuries Before refueling stop the engine And always keep sparks and flames away from the filler neck 015 4AE A CAUTION Always use only a designated 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 If may also cause the check engine light in the instrument cluster to appear 3 31 Knowing Your Mazda 015 5AE CAUTION Make sure the fuel filler cap is tightened securely The check engine light comes on when the cap isn t tightened securely If the light remains on even after you have tightened the cap securely driven and restarted the engine several times it may indicate a different problem Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible 3 32 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 022 1FE Steering Wheel J94A2052_a Tilt wheel 4 N release lever gt E Tilt Wheel To change the angle of th
68. Mazda touch up paint according to the instructions in this section Failure to repair Continued 7 5 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Appearance Care 078 1AE Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish Read all warnings and cautions 7 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 078 2C2E E Maintaining the Finish Vv Washing To help protect the finish from rust and deterioration wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently at least once a month with lukewarm or cold water If the vehicle is washed improperly the paint surface could be scratched Here are some examples of how scratching could occur Scratches occur on the paint surface when e The vehicle is washed without first rinsing off dirt and other foreign matter e The vehicle is washed with a rough dry or dirty cloth e The vehicle is washed at a car wash that uses brushes that are dirty or too stiff e Cleansers or wax containing abrasives are used Appearance Care e Mazda is not responsible for scratches caused by automatic car washes or improper washing Scratches are more noticeable on vehicles with darker paint finishes To minimize scratches on the vehicle s paint finish e Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter using lukewarm or cold water before washing Form No 8P95 EA 00G Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth when washing the vehicle Do not use a
69. RNING Exhaust Gas in Enclosed Area Running the engine inside an enclosed area such as a garage is dangerous Exhaust gas which contains poisonous carbon monoxide could easily enter the cabin Loss of consciousness or even death could occur Don t run the engine when inside an enclosed area A WARNING Idling with the Windows Closed Exhaust gas is dangerous When your vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the engine running for a long time in an open area exhaust gas which contains poisonous carbon monoxide could enter the cabin Loss of consciousness or even death could occur Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh air Protecting Your Mazda A WARNING Snow Blocking the Exhaust Gas Running the engine whena vehicle is stopped in deep snow is dangerous The exhaust pipe could be blocked by the snow allowing exhaust gas to enter the cabin Because exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide anyone in the cabin could be injured or killed Clear the snow from underneath and around your vehicle before starting the engine Form No 8P95 EA 00G 034 1AE Before Driving E Before Getting In Be sure the windows outside mirror s and outside lights are clean Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires Look under the vehicle for any sign of a leak If you plan to back up make sure nothing will be in your way 034 2AE
70. age the sensors If there was a subsequent collision a damaged sensor would not inflate the air bags Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the supplemental restraint systems after a collision 2 43 Essential Safety Equipment 021 2 Z WARNING Suspension Adjustment Adjusting the vehicle suspension is dangerous If the vehicle s height or the suspension s damping 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 A CAUTION To prevent damage to the side air bag wiring don t place luggage or other objects under the front seats 2 44 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 000 00 E Front Air Bag Activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km h 14 mph Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head on to the vehicle Hitting a curb pavement edge or hard object Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole Landing hard or the vehicle falling 2 45 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment E Limitations to Front Air Bag Activation J94S Familia_Sedan2 OMJ Depending of the severity of impact the front air bags may not in
71. amage to your vehicle or both could result if the caution is ignored Form No 8P95 EA 00G How to Use This Manual Graphic symbols Q002 2AE Some of the following symbols are used to identify controls and displays on your vehicle eS BRAKE SYSTEM N 1 r lt m N r 7 N HEADLIGHT HIGH HEADLIGHT LOW ILLUMINATION LIGHTS BEAM BEAM PARKING LIGHTS CONTROL TURN SIGNALS gap qe E i on Cami m Lae ENGINE COOLANT BATTERY CHARGING HOOD RELEASE TRUNK RELEASE FUEL TEMPERATURE ENGINE OIL SYSTEM BRAKE VENTILATION FAN AIR RECIRCULATION FRESH AIR VENT VENT FLOOR Form No 8P95 EA 00G How to Use This Manual A A wa uy Uy HAZARD WARNING FLOOR REAR WINDOW FLASHER SEAT BELTS FLOOR DEFROSTING DEFROSTING DEFROSTER d P E gt OUa Lain CHECK WINDSHIELD WIPER amp WASHER LIGHTER HORN WASHER FLUID CHECK ENGINE LIGHT Form No 8P95 EA 00G Table of Contents Form No 8P95 EA 00G 003 1A1E Your Vehicle at a Glance Essential Safety Equipment Knowing Your Mazda Protecting Your Mazda Driving Your Mazda In Case of Emergency Appearance Care Maintenance Customer Information Including Information on How to Report Safety Defects page 9 14 Specifications p I
72. and its frequency displayed Press and release the auto memory button to recall stations from the auto stored stations One stored station will be selected each time its frequency and channel number will be displayed If no stations can be tuned after scanning operations A will be displayed Driving Your Mazda VOL Push POWER 76Y032 005 Vv Radio OFF Press the power volume knob to turn off the radio Form No 8P95 EA 00G Press the power volume knob again to listen to the frequency last tuned to E Operating the Cassette Tape Player To operate the cassette tape player turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position Vv Cassette tape insert Insert the cassette tape into the slot open edge to the right and cassette tape will begin play and TAPE will be displayed At the end of the cassette tape the unit automatically reverses cassette tape play When A is lit the cassette tape s top side is playing When is lit the bottom side is on 5 95 Driving Your Mazda When a metal tape is inserted the player will automatically compensate for it and MTL will be displayed 5 96 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Lz T 76Y032 031 YV Playing Press the cassette tape play button to start playing when a cassette tape is in the unit If there isn t a cassette tape in the unit when the cassette tape play button is pressed NO TAPE will
73. ar tire s air pressure check the spare tire too In Case of Emergency 076 14B1E 15 Temporarily store the damaged tire Have it repaired and replace the spare with it as soon as possible 076 4EE NOTE To prevent the jack and lug wrench from rattling store them properly Form No 8P95 EA 00G 076 16AE E Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire It s lighter and smaller than a conventional tire is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods Temporary spares should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods 076 17A1E A 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 You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Put the spare tire on the rear axle and move a regular tire to the front 6 27 In Case of Emergency 076 33AE A CAUTION ae To avoid damage to the temporary Don t use your temporary spare spare or to the vehicle observe the on any other vehicle it has following been designed only for your Mazda e Don t exceed 80 km 50 mph Use only one temporary spare e Avoid driving over obstacles tire on your vehicle at the same Also don t drive through an time automatic car wash This tire s diameter is smaller than a conventional tire s so the ground c
74. arking Brake 5 21 Power Control Mirror 3 34 Power Steering 45 5 24 Power Steering Fluid Level 8 27 Power Windows 3 13 Lock Switch 5012 0 ce0nesisce davis 3 14 Master control 3 13 One touch power window 3 13 Passenger door 3 15 Pregnant Women 2 25 Push Starting 0 000 6 7 Page R Radio 4 ncaa neeyan iota 5 82 5 83 Radio Reception 5 75 Rear Armrest Box 5 59 Rear Door Child Safety Lock 3 8 Rear Seat regentene tanrensii atuk 2 9 APMPESE se 5 Asean deca wien na Reel 2 10 Rear Seat Belts 2 0 ecccscceae des 2 20 Rear Window Defroster 5 49 Indicator light 5 42 Rearview Mirror Day Night 3 35 Remote Trunk Lid Release 3 16 Repairing Damage to the Finish 7 9 Replacing Bulb Front Interior 8 48 Bulb Reat o scapes dvandeedeed 8 49 Headlight bulb 8 45 Te 4 Seeing Gases aed etek bad 8 43 E E EE E EEEE 8 44 Windshield wiper blade 8 36 Index Page Reporting Safety Defects 9 14 Rocking the Vehicle 4 11 S Safety Belt see Seat Belt Safety Certification 5 80 Safety Defects Reporting 9 14 Scheduled Maintenance 8 3 Seat Adjustment Electrically Operated Head restraint height
75. arves and similar loose clothing before getting near the engine or cooling fan 083 3CE A WARNING Electrical Fan and Engine Inspection Inspecting the engine with the ignition switch in the ON position is dangerous The cooling fan could come on unexpectedly even when the engine isn t running You could be seriously injured by the fan Turn the ignition switch off and remove the key from the ignition switch when you inspect the engine 8 13 Maintenance 083 4AE E Engine Compartment Overview 2 0 liter engine e He oe Re Air filter Brake Clutch fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick i Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick only for automatic transaxle Fuse block Battery Coolant reservoir Engine oil filler cap J94A7001A Cooling system cap 8 14 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 2 5 liter engine Cooling system yar Air filter Brake Clutch fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick only for automatic transaxle NKA IE SN F T Fuse block Battery Coolant reservoir J94A7002A Engine oil filler cap 8 15 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 5A2E J94A7003 J18T7003 ILSAC E Engine Oil V Recommended oil Oil container labels provide important information The quality designation SG SH 8 16 Form No 8P95 EA 00G SJ or ILSAC mu
76. ary key Secondary key a Gray _3 Key code number plate e_ Key code number plate Your Mazda has two kinds of keys primary and secondary 3 2 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G With immobilizer system A CAUTION To avoid damage to the key do not Drop the key Get the key wet Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight Knowing Your Mazda CAUTION When starting the engine do not let the following materials touch the key grip The engine may not start Spare keys Keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system Metal objects that touch or pass through the hole in the key Form No 8P95 EA 00G UQ006 5AE Here s what the keys are used for Key Lock Operates Ignition switch and steering Yes Yes column lock Doors Yes Yes Glove box Yes No Trunk Yes No If you must leave your vehicle with another person such as a parking attendant protect items by locking the glove box and trunk lid with the primary key Keep that key and give the other person only the secondary key Primary Secondary Q006 2A1E A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set detach this plate and store it in a safe place not in the vehicle for use if you need to make a replacement key Also write down the code number and
77. ase the pedal when it s safe to do so Q047 6A1E WARNING S2 CAUTION riving with Worn Disc Pads L am Driving with worn disc pads is Tose Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the possible lt i To release dangerous The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident As soon as you hear the pad wear E Parking Brake indicator consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer To set the parking brake depress the brake pedal then pull the brake handle fully upward brake linings or pads To release it pull the handle up and press the button Depress the brake 5 21 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Q047 4AE J94A4015 E Brake System Warning Light If the brake warning light stays on after the parking brake is fully released the brake system has a malfunction Refer to Warning Lights Beeps page 5 36 5 22 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q047 5A2E E Antilock Brake System ABS The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel If one is about to lock up the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel s brake The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a chattering noise from the brake system This is normal when the ABS operates Don t pump the brakes continue to press down on the brake pedal Q047 7B2E If the ABS warning l
78. at Even if it plugs into other seat protection and you could be belts it may not hold in the critical seriously injured Only use the After returning the rear left moment of a crash When ordering an extender when it is required to seatback to its upright position extender only order one that provides fasten the seat belt properly fasten the lap portion of the belt the necessary additional length to fasten the seat belt properly Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for more information 2 24 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Using an Improper Extender Using a seat belt extender that is for another person or a different vehicle or seat is dangerous The seat belt will not provide adequate protection and the user could be seriously injured in an accident Only use the extender provided for you and for the particular vehicle and seat NEVER use the extender in a different vehicle or seat Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Using an Extender That is Too Long Using an extender that is too long is dangerous The seat belt will not fit properly In an accident the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured Don t use the extender or choose one shorter in length if the distance between the extender s buckle and the center of the user s body is less than 15 cm 6 in 020 12AE E Pregnant Women and Persons with Serio
79. ay not provide enough side impact to deploy a side air bag Side impacts involving trees or poles can cause severe cosmetic damage but may have enough impact force to activate a air bag Vehicle roll over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side air bags Side impacts with two wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy a side air bag la J94S Familia_Sedan5 OMJ Some models 2 49 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment E Non Activation of Side Air Bags A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases Collision from the rear Collision from the front but it may deploy the front air bags TWIN J94S Fami_Sedan6_H OMJ 2 50 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 000 00 E Constant Monitoring driven The following components of the supplement restraint systems are monitored by a diagnostic system e SAS unit e Air bag modules e Side air bag crash sensors e Related wiring A diagnostic module continuously monitors the system s readiness This begins when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and continues while the vehicle is being Form No 8P95 EA 00G J94S2005 Vv Supplemental restraint system warning light If the supplemental restraint system is OK the SRS warning light comes on when the ignitio
80. azda Operating your vehicle requires a good understanding of the many controls you must know and use Section 5 describes all this in step by step information from use of the ignition switch to cruise control and braking Q041 1B1E system too Ignition Switch Positions Starting the Engine Manual Transaxle Operation Automatic Transaxle Traction Control System TCS Brake System Power Steering Cruise Control Instrument Cluster Gauges Dashboard Illumination Warning Lights Beeps Lighting Control and Turn Signals Windshield Wipers and Washer Rear Window Defroster Form No 8P95 EA 00G Clock Accessory Socket Glove Box Cup Holders Storage Compartments Sunvisors Vanity Mirrors Climate Control System Radio Reception Safety Certification AM FM Radio with Compact Disc Player AM FM Radio with Cassette Tape and Compact Disc Player Changer In Dash CD Changer Antenna Also highlighted are the gearshift and shifting modes power steering instruments and gauges warnings and indicators windshield wipers and interior features You ll find complete details about the advanced audio 5 S 5 Se 5s So S 5 So Sa 83 5 123 5 1 Driving Your Mazda 042 1CE Ignition Switch Positions J94A4001A J94S5001 Without immobilizer_ _ With immobilizer _ E ACC Accessory The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate E LOCK The steering wheel l
81. back as possible and Continued 2 40 Form No 8P95 EA 00G always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly A WARNING Seating Position with Side Air Bags Sitting too close to the side air bag storage compartments or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of the outboard shoulder of the front seat and expands along the front door on the side the car is hit Serious injury could occur if someone is sitting too close to the door or leaning againsta window in the front seats or if rear seat occupants grab the sides of the Continued Essential Safety Equipment front seatbacks Furthermore sleeping up against the door or hanging out the driver s side window while driving could block the side air bag and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection Give the side air bags room to work by sitting in the center of the seat while the vehicle is moving with seat belts worn properly 021 3GE When an air bag deploys a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released Neither is likely to cause injury Form No 8P95 EA 00G 021 11AE Z WARNING Hot Air Bag Inflators Hot air bag inflators are dangerous Immediately after inflation the inflators in the steering wheel dashboard or the seatbacks are very hot You could get burned Don t touch the internal co
82. been turned off Shift pattern indicator Shows shift lever position Various Lockouts Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and hold in the lock release button to shift The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position The shift lever can be shifted freely into any position indicated by the Tq arrow J94A4007 Indicates that you must hold in the lock release button to shift J94A4006_a Form No 8P95 EA 00G 5 9 Driving Your Mazda 045 2AE Q045 3A4E E Transaxle Ranges V P Park A CAUTION The shift lever must be at P or N to P locks the transaxle and prevents the e Shifting into P or R while the operate the starter front wheels from rotating vehicle is moving can damage your transaxle Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is running faster than idle can damage the transaxle Z WARNING Holding the Vehicle with P Setting the shift lever at the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle could be dangerous If P fails to hold the vehicle could move and cause an accident To hold the vehicle set the shift lever at P AND set the parking brake 5 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 045 4AE V R Reverse In position R the vehicle moves only backward You must be at a complete stop before shifting from R except as explained under Rocking the Vehicle page 4 11 045 5AE Q Vv N Neutral In N t
83. c module out of sight until activated SAS unit Side crash sensor Inflator and air bag Side crash sensor J16E2067 E System Description e The electric system with crash sensors and diagnostic module The supplemental restraint systems have two basic subsystems e The air bag system with inflators and air bags 2 38 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 000 00 J54A2218 E 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 Nitrogen and argon gases are produced to inflate the air bags After the inflation the air Form No 8P95 EA 00G bags quickly deflate J54A2214H 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 2 39 Essential Safety Equipment Z WARNING Seating Position with Front Air Bags Sitting too close to the air bag storage compartments or placing hands or feet on them is extremely dangerous Front air bags inflate with great force and speed Serious injuries could occur if someone is too close The driver should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel The front seat passenger should keep both feet on the floor Front seat occupants should adjust their seats as far
84. ces or even an accident Don t continue driving when the engine is stalled or turned off find a safe place to stop 5 19 Driving Your Mazda A WARNING Riding the Brakes Driving with your foot continuously on the brake pedal or steadily applying the brakes for long distances is dangerous This causes overheated brakes resulting in longer stopping distances or even total brake failure This could cause loss of vehicle control and a serious accident Avoid continuous application of the brakes Shift to a lower gear when going down steep hills 5 20 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal 047 2A1E J94A4013 J18Y4021 E Brake Pad Wear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn the built in wear indicators contact the disc plates This causes a screeching noise to warn that the pads should be replaced Driving Your Mazda Q047 3A1E When you hear this noise consult an A Ss pedal then lower the handle to the Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as Y release position while holding the Parking brake handle L button in Rele
85. combination of frontal and side impacts occur In a front end or side impact the air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide only supplemental protection for the driver and front seat passenger Seat belts must still be worn Without seat belt usage the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident Seat belt usage is necessary to e Keep the passenger away from an inflating air bag e Reduce the possibility of injuries during an accident that is not designed for air bag inflation such as roll over or rear impact Some models 2 35 Essential Safety Equipment e Reduce the possibility of injuries in frontal or side collisions that are not severe enough to activate the air bag e Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle e Reduce the possibility of injuries to lower body and legs during an accident because the air bag allows no protection to these parts e Hold the driver in a position which allows better control of the vehicle 2 36 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Z 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 during a frontal side or near frontal collision of at least moderate force Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts Small children those under 18 kg 40
86. d be dangerous The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident If it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces be very careful Protecting Your Mazda 037 4A1E E Rocking the Vehicle If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow sand or mud depress the accelerator slightly and Automatic transaxle Slowly move the shift lever back and forth from D to R Manual transaxle Slowly move the shift lever back and forth from 1 to R Form No 8P95 EA 00G 037 6A1E A WARNING Spinning the Wheels When the vehicle is stuck spinning the wheels at high speed could be dangerous The spinning tire could overheat and explode This could cause serious injuries Don t spin the wheels at more than 56 km h 35 mph and don t allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle A CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating transaxle failure and tire damage 4 11 Protecting Your Mazda Q037 7IE E Winter Driving e Carry emergency gear including tire chains window scraper flares a small shovel jumper cables and a small bag of sand or salt e Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator page 8 22 e Inspect the battery and its cables Cold reduces battery capacity e Use only cold weather engine oil page 8 16 e Inspect the ignition system for damage
87. d the load button for about 2 seconds will turn this beeping sound ON or OFF Some models 5 109 Driving Your Mazda 76Y032 012A Normal insertion 1 Press the load button 2 When In is displayed insert the CD 5 110 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Multiple insertion 1 Press and hold the load button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard 2 When In is displayed insert the CD 3 When In is displayed again insert the next CD The first inserted CD will be played automatically when e No CD is inserted within 15 seconds after In is displayed e The CD trays are full Driving Your Mazda Inserting CDs into desired tray number 1 Press and hold the load button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard 2 Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number within 5 seconds after the beep is heard 3 When In is displayed insert the CD Form No 8P95 EA 00G The CD can not be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied 76Y032 013 YV Playing Press the CD play button to start playing when a CD is in the unit 5 111 Driving Your Mazda Press the repeat button once again to cancel repeat play 76Y032 014 Vv Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly Press the repeat button during play The current selection wi
88. dels Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 019 35A1E 2 Push the button and fold the seatback forward To return the seatbacks to their original positions 019 13BE 1 Lift the seatback and push it firmly NOTE into place Unlock the seatback before you 2 Fasten the lap portion of the fold it forward page 2 13 rear center seat belt page 2 22 019 12AE A CAUTION Don t let the rear center seat belt Don t let the seat belt or buckle get plates or buckles get caught between the seatback and the rear package tray caught between the seat bottom and seatback when folding the seat The seat belt and buckle could be damaged Form No 8P95 EA 00G 019 41A1E When you return the seatbacks to their original position e Make sure the seatbacks are securely latched by attempting to push the seatback forward and backward Make sure the rear seat belts can be pulled out of the retractors If a belt is locked firmly pull and release it then slowly pull it out again 2 11 Essential Safety Equipment Q019 4A2E A WARNING Unlocked Seatback A seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision resulting in severe injury After returning the seat at any time even when there are no
89. dial to the 3 Set the temperature control dial to J94S5126 i 3 Set the temperature control dial to x desired speed 4 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed 5 If dehumidified heating is desired turn on the air conditioner V Heating If the windshield fogs up easily set 1 Set the mode selector switch to the the mode selector switch to the x position GF position 2 Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position indicator light off 5 70 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda the mode selector switch at the x the either position position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort If cooler air is desired at face level set J94S5127 i 3 Set the air intake selector switch to 4 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 5 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed 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 6 Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to maintain V Cooling With air conditioner maximum comfort 1 Press the air conditioner switch to turn the air conditioner on 2 Set the mode selector switch to the position Some models 5 71 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda When maximum cooling is desired set the temperature control dial to the
90. doesn t cover this Before you install any non genuine parts or accessories consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Customer Information A WARNING Installation of Non Genuine Parts or Accessories Installation of non genuine parts or accessories could be 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Add On Electrical and Electronic Equipment Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add on equipment or choosing an improper installer could be dangerous Essential systems could be damaged causing engine stalling air bag SRS activation ABS inactivation or a fire in the vehicle Be very careful in choosing and installing add on electrical equipments such as mobile telephones two way radios stereo systems and car alarm systems 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 Customer Information V091 1AE Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTQGS This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U S National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading
91. e J94A4029 E Headlights To turn on the lights turn the knob on the end of the control lever 5 44 Form No 8P95 EA 00G The first stop 00 turns on the taillights dashboard lights parking lights and license plate lights The second stop 20 turns on the headlights taillights dashboard lights parking lights and license plate lights 054 16AE If the light switch is left on the lights will automatically switch off after 5 seconds of turning of the ignition switch LOCK position or removing the key The light will automatically switch on when the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or ON position 054 2KE Y Lights on reminder If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch a beep will sound when the any door is opened Driving Your Mazda 054 4AE 054 5AE High beams Low beams J94A4030 J94A4031 Vv Headlight high low beam Push the lever forward for high beams Pull it back for low The high beam indicator light on the dashboard is blue Form No 8P95 EA 00G Vv Flashing the headlights To flash the headlights pull the lever fully toward you The headlight switch need not be on and the lever will return to the normal position when released The high beam indicator light on the dashboard is blue 5 45 Driving Your Mazda 054 6AE Right lane Right turn chan Left change Left turn
92. e about 3 Pass the plug and the cord through 45 to the opened position the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket 5 54 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 061 1DE Glove Box Unlock A WARNING Q y Lock Open Glove Box An open glove box can be dangerous while the vehicle is moving To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop keep the glove box closed while the vehicle is moving 061 2FE To open the glove box pull the latch The door has a lock insert the primary toward you key and turn it clockwise to lock and counterclockwise to unlock 5 55 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 063 1KE 063 2BE Cup Holders 1945008 WARNING Using the Cup Holder Using the cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous If the contents spill you could be scalded Never use the cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving J94S5007 E Front Cup Holders E Rear Cup Holders The front cup holders are on the center The rear cup holders are on the rear console center armrest To use lift the covers To open the rear cover open the front first then open the rear 5 56 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 062 1HE Storage Compartments J94S5015_H A WARNING Open Storage Box Driving with a storage box open is dangero
93. e right to increase treble to the left to decrease it The level will be displayed Release the audio control knob when the desired level has been reached Driving Your Mazda Fader control To adjust the sound distribution between front and rear speakers select FADE by pressing the audio control knob FADE will be displayed Turn the audio control knob to the right to shift the sound to the rear to the left to shift the sound to the front The level will be displayed Release the audio control knob when the desired level has been reached Form No 8P95 EA 00G Balance control To adjust the sound distribution between left and right speakers select BAL by pressing the audio control knob BAL will be displayed Turn the audio control knob to the right to shift the sound to the right to the left to shift the sound to the left The level will be displayed Release the audio control knob when the desired level has been reached 07L032 003 E Clock Y Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position 5 87 Driving Your Mazda 1 To adjust the time press the clock button for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard 2 The clock s current time will flash until the time is set 5 88 Form No 8P95 EA 00G gt H SCAN cal Hour set Mm AUTO M Minute set e 07L032 007 3 To advance the hours
94. e by attempting to push it forward and backward 016 15BE A WARNING Reclining Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don t get the full protection from seat belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries For maximum protection sit well back and upright A CAUTION When returning a rear reclined seatback to its upright position make sure you support the seatback while operating the seatback lever If the seatback is not supported it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury Essential Safety Equipment Q016 3G1E E Head Restraint A WARNING Head Restraints Adjustment Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous With no support behind your head your neck could be seriously injured in a collision Always drive with the head restraints inserted when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted 2 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Stop catch release J94S2006 Vv Height adjustment To raise a head restraint pull it up to the desired position To lower the head restraint press the stop catch release then push the head restraint down Adjust the head restraint so that the top parallels the top of the passenger s ears never the passenger s neck Essential Safety Equipment 016 5
95. e driver s door Also each door has a switch to open and close its window Q008 2A1E E One Touch Power Window Driver s Window Only When the switch is pressed firmly the window will move to its fully open position To stop the window partway lift the switch Lift the switch continually to close the window all the way Some models 3 13 Knowing Your Mazda Q008 3AE Z WARNING Closing Power Windows Closing power windows can be dangerous A person s hands head or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury This warning applies especially to children Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window 3 14 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q008 4E2E E Power Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked position all power window switches may be used With the lock switch in the locked position only the driver s window can be operated A WARNING Unintentional Window Operation Unintentional window operation could be dangerous A person s hands head 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 Knowing Your Mazda Q008 5AE Q010 1A2E Trunk Lid CAUTION J94A2014 To prevent burning out the fuse and damaging the power window system don t open or close more than
96. e steering wheel stop the vehicle pull the tilt wheel release lever on the left side of the steering column down adjust the wheel then push the release lever up to lock the column After adjusting push the wheel up and down to be certain it s locked before driving A WARNING Adjusting the Tilt Wheel Adjusting the tilt wheel while the vehicle is moving can be dangerous Moving it up and down can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right This can lead to loss of control or an accident Never adjust the tilt wheel while the vehicle is moving Knowing Your Mazda 022 2HE J94A2053 E Horn To sound the horn press the center of the steering wheel Check the horn s operation regularly Form No 8P95 EA 00G 023 1AIE Mirrors E Outside Mirrors Check the mirrors angles before driving 023 2C1E A WARNING Convex Mirror on Passenger Side Changing lanes without taking into account the actual distance of the vehicle in the convex mirror is dangerous You could have a serious accident What you see in the convex mirror passenger s side is closer than it appears Be sure to look over your shoulder or to check your inside mirror before changing lanes 023 3FE Xx Outside mirror J94A2054 Y Manual control mirror Adjust by hand 3 33 Knowing Your Mazda 023 41E Ss adjusting switch Ve N J
97. eage a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings If it is excessively low have the brake clutch system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer CAUTION Brake and clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces If brake or clutch fluid does get on a painted surface wipe it off immediately 8 26 Form No 8P95 EA 00G CAUTION Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids see chart page 10 2 will damage the systems Mixing different fluids will also damage them If the brake clutch system frequently requires new fluid consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Z WARNING Spilled Brake Fluid Spilled brake fluid is dangerous If it gets in your eyes they could be seriously injured If this happens immediately flush your eyes with water and get medical attention Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine Maintenance Q083 15FE Z WARNING Low Brake Clutch Fluid Levels Low brake clutch fluid levels could be dangerous Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak Your brakes could fail and cause an accident If you find a low fluid level have the brakes and clutch inspected J94A7016 J18T7019 E Inspecting Power Steering Fluid The level must be kept between the Level HIGH and LOW marks Inspect the fluid level at each engine oil change
98. eak them or cause other serious injury or death Don t wear twisted seat belts 2 16 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING One Belt One Passenger Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way can t spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed Never use one belt for more than one person at a time 020 3HE J94S2003 E Seat Belt Warning Light Beep If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position a beep will sound for about 6 seconds and the seat belt warning light will remain on until the belt is fastened Essential Safety Equipment If the system does not operate correctly consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8P95 EA 00G 020 4B4E 3 Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click 4 Make sure the shoulder belt is snugly fitted against your body J94A2033 J18Y2049 E Front Seat Belts To fasten 1 Grasp the buckle and tongue 2 Slowly pull out the lap shoulder belt 2 17 Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous An improperly positioned belt will provide little or no protection in a collision Always make sure the shoulder po
99. ecommended intervals CAUTION Don t drive without an air filter This could result in excessive engine wear Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 29A1E E Maintaining Wiper Blades CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to affect the cleanability of windows Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with foreign matter can reduce wiper effectiveness Common sources are insects tree sap and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes If the blades are not wiping properly clean the window and blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent then rinse thoroughly with clean water Repeat if necessary CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper blades don t use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents on or near them 8 35 Maintenance 083 30A3E E Replacing Windshield Wiper 1947022 Ye p Z CAUTION Blades J18Y7036 Qa Push To prevent damage to the Wf windshield don t let the wiper arm fall on it When the wipers no longer cleans well the blades are probably worn or cracked Replace them m gt CAUTION f To prevent damege to the wiper arms and other components don t 1 Raise the wiper arm and turn the move the wipers by hand blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip 2 Compress the clip and slide the assembly downward then lift it off the arm 8 36 Form No 8P9
100. ected when the ignition switch is off Press and hold the CD eject button for about 2 seconds and all CDs will eject Form No 8P95 EA 00G E Operating the CD Changer Except In Dash with Controls on the Main Audio Unit The CD changer can be connected to the main audio unit and operated by the controls on the main unit Regarding operation of the CD changer itself please refer to the instructions attached to the changer Operating the CD changer is generally the same as that of the CD player except for the insert and eject functions pages 5 109 5 115 1piscv 2DIsca FF Disc down Disc up 76Y032 016 Y Disc search Press the disc up button A to skip forward to the beginning of the next CD Press the disc down button V to skip back to the beginning of the previous CD Some models 5 117 Driving Your Mazda E 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 CD is inserted CHECK upside down CD 5 118 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Insert the CD properly If the code does not disappear consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Check the CD for scratches and or soiling E Operating Tips for CD Player In Dash CD Changer YV Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold the CD or optical com
101. ed Mazda Dealer 3 24 Form No 8P95 EA 00G e The keys carry a unique electronic code For this reason and to assure your safety replacement keys require some waiting time to obtain They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer Always keep a replacement key in case one is lost If a key is lost contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Continued If you lose a key an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining keys and the immobilizer system Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is not possible Knowing Your Mazda To avoid damage to the key do Drop the key Get the key wet Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight Form No 8P95 EA 00G CAUTION When starting the engine do not let the following materials touch the key grip The engine may not start Spare keys Keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system Metal objects that touch or pass through the hole in the key E Modification and Add On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the system s operation if the system has been modified or if any add on equipment has been installed to it A CAUTION To avoid damaging your vehicle don t modify the system or install any add on equipment to it 3 25 Knowing Your Mazda
102. ed with R134a a refrigerant that has been found not to damage the earth s ozone layer If the air conditioner does not operate properly consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8P95 EA 00G How to Use This Manual 002 1A2E We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle Your owner s manual when read from cover to cover can do that in many ways Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda By reading your manual you can find out about the features about important safety information and about driving under various road conditions Form No 8P95 EA 00G J54A0001 The above symbol in this manual means Do not do this or Do not let this happen Index A good place to start is the Index an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual Sections This manual has eleven sections Sections 1 through 10 begin with a brief list of contents so you can usually tell at a glance if that section has the information you want You ll find several WARNINGs CAUTIONSs and NOTEs in the manual How to Use This Manual A WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation A NOTE provides information and in which serious injury or death sometimes suggests how to make could result if the warning is better use of your vehicle ignored A CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or d
103. ence that proper maintenance has been performed as prescribed A claim against a warranty will not qualify if it results from lack of maintenance and not from defective material or authorized Mazda workmanship 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 Maintenance 082 1AE Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions applies If any of them apply follow Schedule 2 Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2 Repeated short distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with an 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 a prolonged period in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates 8 3 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance NOTE After the described period continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary Schedule 1 R Replace MAINTENANCE Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first INTERVALS Mimi onths MAINTENANCE xX 1000 km ITEM x 1000 miles Engine valve clearance Engine oil Base
104. ension Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous An improperly positioned belt will provide little or no protection in a collision 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G J94A2039 uisy2055 Co A WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high can be dangerous In a collision this would concentrate the impact force Reep lowo hip bone PSS directly on the abdominal area ff N causing serious injury Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible 2 21 Essential Safety Equipment 020 19A1E J94S2004 J94A2065A J94A2066 To unfasten Vv Rear center belt This portion will serve as the lap belt portion of the lap shoulder belt when Depress the button n the buckle To use the rear center belt tongue C and buckle D are fastened Before using the rear center lap shoulder belt make sure tongue A If a belt does not fully retract and anchor buckle B are fastened 2 22 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Fastening the Rear Center Seat Belt
105. erating temperature If the vehicle has been driven for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather inspect the level only after stopping the engine and allowing the fluid to cool for 30 minutes or more Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 65A1E 20 C 65 C 2 5 liter engine Vv Fluid hot scale A When the vehicle has been driven and the fluid is at normal operating temperature about 65 C 150 F the level must be between Full and Low 8 31 Maintenance Y 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 32 Form No 8P95 EA 00G e Use the cold scale only as a reference e If outside temperature is lower than about 20 C 70 F start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine reaches operating temperature If the vehicle has been driven for an extended period at high speeds or in city traffic in hot weather inspect the level only after stopping the engine and allowing the fluid to cool for 30 minutes 083 20BE Fully insert the dipstick When adding fluid inspect with the dipstick to make sure it doesn t pass full Maintenance 083 22DE E Inspecting Washer Fluid Level Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir add fluid if necessary Use plain water if fluid is unavailable But use only washer f
106. es and connections heater hoses and connections radiator and water pump If you find a leak or other damage or if coolant is still leaking stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer If you find no problems the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious carefully add coolant as required page 8 21 6 3 In Case of Emergency 072 2CE A WARNING Cooling System Caps When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury Don t remove either cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot 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 6 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 073 1A2E Emergency Starting E Jump Starting Jump starting is dangerous if done incorrectly So follow the procedure carefully If you feel unsure about jump starting we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work CAUTION Use only a 12 volt booster system You can damage a 12 volt starter motor ignition system and other electrical parts beyond repair with a 24 volt power supply two 12 volt batteries in series or a 24 volt motor generator set Z WARNING Battery Related Explosion Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during nor
107. etases cep ns Seas 3 32 Storage Compartments 5 57 Storage Pocket 0000 5 58 Sunroof Power operation of sunroof 3 36 S nshade cine G5 sigs SP eesaal ee acest wees 3 38 SUNVISOIS Aa ei E ici ah Mantes 5 59 Supplemental Restraint System 2 35 Constant monitoring 2 51 Front air bag activation 2 45 How the air bag works 2 39 Limitations to front air bag activation a aide dcr an trdeedeevdeas 2 49 Limitations to side air bag activation o cenene ds Maintenance Non activation of front air bags Non activation of side air bags Side air bag activation System description Warning light T Tachometer s s eeir e inredni Temporary Spare Tire Theft Deterrent System How to arm the system Modification and Add On Equipment seret rida OPEratION ragun e onn noS Security indicator light Theft deterrent labels To stop the warning alarm Form No 8P95 EA 00G 3 29 3 29 Page To turn off an armed system 3 28 THC Str 844g d dace sea ne des ee es 3 32 Tire Chain Seinra sei soma anand 4 13 Tire Quality Grading 9 12 Tire Flat p eara Sinceie e ene 8 egw ius a 6 19 Tire Spare seriet etek siawe lt 6 27 8 44 TAPES it asserts eee ate ace tra 8 40 Inflation pressure 8 41 Replacement sirisserissrosecak
108. ether the brakes have been affected Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal Appearance Care 078 6A2E E Aluminum Wheel Maintenance Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash that uses A protective coating is provided over e Don t use a wire brush or any high speed or hard brushes the aluminum wheels Special care is abrasive cleaner polishing needed to protect this coating compound or solvent on If your aluminum wheels lose aluminum wheels They may luster wax the wheels damage the coating Only use a mild soap or neutral detergent and always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm or cold water Also be sure to clean the wheels after driving on dusty or salted roads This helps prevent corrosion Continued 7 11 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Appearance Care 079 1A1E Interior Care E Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard They ll damage and discolor it If these solutions get on the dashboard wipe them off immediately 7 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 079 2AE E Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim Vv Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner Clean vinyl with a leather and viny cleaner Y Leather Real leather isn t uniform and may have scars scratches
109. experience Section 2 describes essential information for optimal safe drivng including seats seat belt systems and the supplemental restraint systems 154 1AE Front Seats 2 Rear Seat 2 Seat Belt System 2 Child Restraint 2 Supplemental Restraint Systems 2 2 1 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 016 1A3E Front Seats Manually Operated A WARNING Securing the Front Seats Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely latched are dangerous In a sudden stop or collision the seat or seatback could move causing injury Make sure the adjustable components of the seat are locked in place 2 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 016 20A1E J94A2024 E Seat Slide To move each individual front seat forward or backward raise the lever and slide the seat to the desired position A WARNING Driver s Seat Adjustment Adjusting the driver s seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The driver could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident Adjust the driver s seat only when the vehicle is stopped Essential Safety Equipment 016 2AE J94A2025 E Seat Recline To change each individual seatback angle lean forward slightly while raising the lever Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever Make sure the lever returned to its Form No 8P95 EA 00G original position and the seatback is locked in plac
110. extreme cold position and set the air intake selector switch to the recirculated air position then set the fan control dial to position 4 5 72 Form No 8P95 EA 00G If warmer air is desired at floor level set the mode selector switch at the x 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 A CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic closely monitor the temperature gauge The air conditioner may cause engine overheating If the gauge indicates overheating turn the air conditioner off Refer to Overheating on page 6 2 Driving Your Mazda J94S5125_b V Windshield defrosting and defogging 1 Set the mode selector switch to the Gy position 2 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position Form No 8P95 EA 00G 3 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed A WARNING Foggy Windshield Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position will cause the outside of the glass to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident Set the temperature control to the hot or warm position when using the GY position When the mode selector switch is setto GY or W the outside a
111. ey from the ignition switch close all windows and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended This discourages intruders and thieves 007 7FE J94A2009 E Rear Door Child Safety Lock This lock is intended to help prevent children from accidentally opening the rear doors Use it whenever a child rides in the vehicle Knowing Your Mazda Q118 5BE 118 6BE Keyless Entry System If you slide the child safety lock to the This system locks and unlocks the lock position before closing that door doors and opens the trunk the door cannot be opened from the e The keyless entry system is inside The door can be opened only designed to operate up to about by lifting the outside handle AN C AUTION 2 5 meters 8 feet from the center of the vehicle but this To avoid damaging the transmitter don t drop it get it wet or expose it to heat or sunlight may vary because of local conditions The system doesn t operate when the ignition switch is in the ON position Some models 3 9 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda 118 7BE Unlock button Lock button SS Trunk button J94A2010 E Transmitter 3 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 118 8CE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this dev
112. f Low speed Medium low speed Medium high speed High speed bhWNFe So J94AAC11 Vv Temperature control dial This dial controls temperature of the air coming through the system Turn it clockwise for hot red and counterclockwise for cold blue Driving Your Mazda Indicator light 5 4 a AIC D J94AAC15 YV Air intake selector switch This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle The switch should be kept in the outside air position under normal conditions Form No 8P95 EA 00G Press the switch to alternate between the two positions The indicator light illuminates when the recirculated air position is selected Outside air position This position is automatically selected when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Use it for normal ventilation and heating The indicator light is out when the outside air position is selected Recirculated air position This position recirculates air within the vehicle Don t use the recirculated air position for long periods when the vehicle is stopped The indicator light is on when the recirculated air position is selected 5 67 Driving Your Mazda A WARNING The Recirculated Air Position e Clear all snow and ice from the Using the recirculated air position hood and the air inlet in the A lt a v Y in cold weather will cause the cowling grille to impr
113. f the headlight body 2 5 liter engine Remove the bolts and the coolant reservoir Maintenance Ke 8 Carefully remove the headlight AN bulb from the socket by pulling it LY 19447032 _ N straight back retaining NES spring WX 9 Replace the bulb f AN 10 Install in the reverse order of NS CS removal Csi Sealing cover 4 Disconnect the electrical connector 5 Pull off the sealing cover from the bulb by squeezing the tabs Use the protective cover and and pulling it to the rear 6 Unhook the bulb retaining spring carton to dispose of the old bulb promptly out of the reach of 7 Swing the retaining spring out and children away to free the headlight bulb 8 47 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 43AE E Replacing a Bulb Front Interior Front turn signal lights Interior light 10W Courtesy lights 5W Parking lights 27 8W 1157NA Z e The number in shows the bulb number 8 48 To replace the map light bulbs contact J94S8003 an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance Q083 44A1E E Replacing a Bulb Rear Rear turn signal lights Brake lights Taillights Back up light 27W 1156NA 27 7W 2057 18W 921 J94A7035A J94S8005 06 For bulb access Remove the trunk end trim The number in shows the bulb number
114. flate in the following cases Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact to activate the air bag Rear ending or running under a truck s tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment 2 46 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment E Non Activation of Front Air Bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases W Collision from the rear Vehicle roll over may deploy the side air bag s but not the front air bags Impact to the side but it may deploy a side air bag J94S Familia_Sedan3 OMJ 2 47 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment 000 00 E Side Air Bag Activation Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle driver or passenger side areas will cause a side air bag to inflate but it will not normally deploy the front air bags J E Cl Sn EON a Lot J94S Familia_Sedan4 OMJ 2 48 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment E Limitations to Side Air Bag Activation Depending on the severity of impact a side air bag may not inflate in the following cases Frontal offset impact m
115. for one to two hours After removing the newspaper rinse off the loosened debris with water 7 3 Appearance Care 078 15A1E E Water Marks Vv Occurrence Rain fog dew and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings The rings can damage your vehicle s finish 7 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Vv Prevention It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section These steps should be taken immediately after you find water marks on your vehicle s finish 078 16A1E E Paint Chipping Y Occurrence Paint chipping occurs when gravel thrown in the air by another vehicle s tires hits your vehicle Y How to avoid paint chipping Keeping a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead reduces the chances of having your paint chipped by flying gravel Appearance Care the affected area could lead to serious rusting and expensive e The paint chipping zone varies repairs with the speed of the vehicle For example when traveling at 90 km h 56 mph the paint chipping zone is 50 m 164 ft In low temperatures a vehicle s finish hardens This increases the chance of paint chipping Chipped paint can lead to rust forming on your Mazda Before this happens repair the damage by using
116. ful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Outside transmissions may momentarily interfere with the device s operation Knowing Your Mazda e Signals from a TV or radio station or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone could interfere with your immobilizer system If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start check the warning light If it is flashing turn the key to the OFF position and try again If the engine doesn t start after 3 or more tries contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Continued Form No 8P95 EA 00G If the warning light flashes continuously while you are driving don t shut off the engine Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked If you shut off the engine while the light is flashing you won t be able to restart it J94S3001 E Operation When you start the engine with a key the system recognizes the system will allow the engine to continue running However if someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key the system will stall the engine 3 23 Knowing Your Mazda immediately after it starts If the warning light comes on and stays on when the ignition is turned to the ON position the engine will not start E Maintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key consult an Authoriz
117. get oil on them Also be careful not to get dirt in the remote control unit as it could damage it 3 11 Knowing Your Mazda Q118 3DE Negative pole facing up J94S J94A2011 Vv Replacing the transmitter battery 1 Insert a small coin into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter 2 Pull the battery out 3 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 3 Put in the new battery CR2032 or the equivalent with the negative pole facing up 4 Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut 118 4A2E Vv Service If you have a problem with the keyless entry system consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer If your transmitter is lost or stolen bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative 118 15AE CAUTION e Change or modifications could void your right to operate the keyless entry system Damage to your keyless entry system will affect the vehicle warranty coverage Knowing Your Mazda Q008 1GE Power Windows a Left front window Left rear pin D S XE H ESS J J94A20 ae AA P J94A2064 Qo E Power Window Master Control The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the power windows to operate Form No 8P95 EA 00G Windows may be opened or closed by the power window master control switches on th
118. he issue If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER 9 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information STEP 2 Call the Mazda National Customer Relations 800 If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership management call Mazda North American Operations Customer Assistance toll free at 1 800 222 5500 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively please help us by providing the following information Your name address and telephone number Year and model of vehicle Vehicle Identification Number 17 digits noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver s side corner of the dash Purchase date and current mileage Your dealer s name and location Your question s U N e Ams 9 3 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information If you would like to write a letter please address it to the following Attn Customer Assistance which corresponds with your state REGIONAL OFFICE COVERING AREAS Mazda North American Operations All States 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 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 4
119. he seatbacks 3 36 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G 024 1IM2E Sunroof J25A2049 Slide switch Tilt switch T Open J25A2090 Close E Sunroof Operation The sunroof can be opened or closed only when the ignition switch is in the ON position To open to any position press the rear of the slide switch located on the right of the overhead console To close press the front of the slide switch Knowing Your Mazda To close push the front of the tilt switch Close J25A2091 The rear of the sunroof can be tilted open to provide more ventilation To tilt push the rear of the tilt switch located on the left of the overhead console Form No 8P95 EA 00G 024 2A1E A WARNING Extending the Head or Arms Through the Sunroof Extending the head arms or other parts of the body through the sunroof is dangerous The head or arms could hit something while the vehicle is moving This could cause death or serious injury Don t let passengers stand up or extend anything through the open sunroof while the vehicle is moving 3 37 Knowing Your Mazda A WARNING Closing the Sunroof A closing sunroof can be dangerous The hands head or even neck of a person especially a child could be caught in it as it closes causing serious injury Make sure the opening is clear before closing the sunroof 3 38 Form N
120. he vanity mirror lower the sunvisor and pull the mirror cover up 5 60 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Type B To use the vanity mirror lower the sunvisor and pull the mirror cover up The vanity mirror light will come on when you pull the cover up Climate Control System E Operating Tips Vv Operating the climate control system Operate the climate control system with the engine running YV Foggy windows The windows may fog up easily in humid weather Use the climate control system to defrost the windows Driving Your Mazda V Outside Recirculated air position 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 Vv 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G V Not using for a long period Run the air conditioner at least once a month to keep internal parts lubricated Y Check the refrigerant before weather gets hot Have the air conditioner checked before weather gets hot Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less efficient Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection 5 61 Driving Your Mazda E Vent Locations and Airflow J94AACO1 5 62 Form No 8P95 EA 00G
121. he wheels and transaxle are not locked The vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Shifting from N or P It s dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is running faster than idle If this is done the vehicle could move suddenly causing an accident or serious injury If the engine is running faster than idle don t shift from N or P into a driving gear Y D Drive D is the normal driving position From a stop the transaxle will automatically shift through a 4 gear sequence 045 14A1E Vv 2 Second The 2 position is helpful when driving in heavy slow moving traffic and climbing hills for braking assist when going down hills or for starting on slick surfaces and other situations where gentle acceleration may be necessary Do not exceed 116 km h 72 mph or 104 km h 65 mph in the 2 position i 2 0 liter engine 2 2 5 liter engine 5 11 Driving Your Mazda V 1 Low Use the position for maximum power in hard pulling situations or for climbing and descending very steep grades Do not exceed 63 km h 39 mph or 60 km h 38 mph in the 1 position oa 2 0 liter engine 2 2 5 liter engine 5 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 045 15BE E Driving Tips YV Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep grades depress the accelerator f
122. hicle is being extreme caution when near it towed They may forbid it The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway 6 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q072 3AE Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating if you experience power loss or if you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine is probably too hot If this happens 1 Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Set an automatic transaxle in P a manual transaxle in neutral Apply the parking brake 3 Turn off the air conditioner In Case of Emergency A 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 4 Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from the hood or from the engine compartment If steam is coming from the engine compartment don t go near the front of the vehicle Stop the engine Then turn the ignition switch to the ON position without starting the engine The radiator Form No 8P95 EA 00G cooling fans will start to cool the engine If neither coolant nor steam is escaping open the hood and idle the engine until it cools If this doesn t lower the temperature stop the engine and let it cool Check the coolant level If it s low look for leaks in the radiator hos
123. ht of way drives the water pump Don t run the engine if oil pressure 2 Turn off the engine and inspect the is low It could result in extensive engine oil level page 8 17 If it s engine damage low add oil 5 38 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 053 55A1E E Traction Control System TCS Warning Light TCS This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The light flashes when the system regulates engine torque and will stay on if the system malfunctions If it stays on while the system is operating consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Form No 8P95 EA 00G 053 8BE E Low Fuel Warning Light my This warning signals that the fuel tank will soon be empty Get fuel as soon as possible 053 9FE E Check Engine Light CHECK If this light comes on while driving the vehicle may have a problem It is important to note the driving conditions when the light came on and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The check engine light may come on in the following cases e The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty e The engine s electrical system has a problem e The emission control system has a problem e A ROOM fuse blows or is removed e The fuel filler cap is missing or not tightened securely Some models 5 39 Driving Your Mazda Q053 15
124. ice must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Outside transmissions may momentarily interfere with the device s operation 118 9GE Y Lock button Keyless entry system To lock all the doors press the LOCK button To confirm that all doors have been locked press the LOCK button again within 5 seconds If they are closed the horn will sound Confirm all doors are locked visually or aurally by use of the double click Knowing Your Mazda 118 10EE Y Unlock button Keyless entry system To unlock the driver s door press the UNLOCK button To unlock all the doors press the UNLOCK button again within 5 seconds Q118 12BE YV Trunk button Keyless entry system To open the trunk press the button Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q118 14EE e If the transmitter does not work open the back cover and check the battery for correct installation Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Up to 3 additional 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 E Maintenance e Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly When replacing the battery be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or
125. ight 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 Driving Your Mazda Braking distances may be longer on loose surfaces snow or gravel for example which usually have a hard foundation A vehicle with a normal braking system may require less distance to stop under these conditions because the tires will build up a wedge of surface layer when the wheels skid Form No 8P95 EA 00G Z WARNING ABS The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident So don t rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving When the engine is jump started an unevenness of rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on This is due to a lack of battery capacity and doesn t indicate a malfunction Have the battery recharged as soon as possible 5 23 Driving Your Mazda 048 1A1E Power Steering Power steering uses energy from the engine If the engine is off or if the power steering system becomes inoperative you can still steer but it will require more effort If you find steering hard in normal driving consu
126. ild restraint precautions 2 26 Child restraint systems 2 28 Installing child restraint systems 2 29 Child Safety Lock for Rear Door 3 8 Cleaning Dashboard 3 2 scanccaedidvexntrasgeiie sews 7 12 Lap shoulder belt webbing 7 13 Upholstery and interior trim 7 12 Window interiors 7 13 Climate Control System 5 60 COK Gta nure cg a aE 5 51 Compact Disc Changer 5 83 Compact Disc Player 5 82 5 83 Coolant Engine AGGIE 5 Mca aaa eda areena 8 21 Changing ccandsactaiiautitens 8 22 INSPOCUNE sss veces tansiviee deca 8 21 Courtesy Lights 3 41 Cruise Control aeres se nn ctead i hms 5 24 Cup Holders 6 6 cesace rans geen 5 56 Page Customer Assistance 9 2 9 5 Customer Information 9 1 D Dashboard Illumination 5 35 Dashboard Overview 1 3 Dashboard Precautions 7 12 Day Night Mirror 3 35 Defroster Outside mirrors 2 3 34 Rear window 2085 5 49 DY OOPALGCKG sw so acerca ae 3 4 Inside door lock 3 6 Outside door lock 3 4 Door Ajar Warning Light 5 40 DOOS oeu domiar riora rer e Ea 1 4 Driving Hazardous driving 4 10 In flooded areas 4 14 Rocking the vehicle 4 11 Index Page Winter driving 4 12 E Emergency Starting
127. ing Your Mazda Press the scan button once again to cancel scan play If the unit is left in scan normal play will resume where scan was selected 5 106 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Track up a Track down tr Reverse Fast forward 76Y032 017_b Y Track search Press the track up button once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track Press the track down button once to skip back to the beginning of the current track 76Y032 018_a YV Fast forward Reverse Press and hold the fast forward button to advance through a track at high speed Press and hold the reverse button to reverse through a track at high speed Driving Your Mazda VOL Push POWER KI 76Y032 005 Vv Stopping Press the power volume knob to stop MD play Form No 8P95 EA 00G 76Y032 032 Vv Changing the MD display To change the MD display during MD play press and hold the display button for about half a second to advance through each of the following displays m gt Song title gt Disc title gt No display If there is no song or disc title recorded on the MD NO TITLE will be displayed Long disc or song titles When disc or song titles exceed 10 letters or numerals press the display button to display the remaining part of the title 5 107 Driving Your Mazda R 76Y 032 033 Vv Ejecting the MD Press the MD eject button to eject the M
128. ing shift points and 2 5 liter engine f i mN to prevent lugging and overrevving Warning light 3 page 5 8 ls gt 051 8AE E F Pa 2 CAUTION x1000r min d z mN s ro 87 E Don t run the engine with the Se tachometer needle in the RED J94S5005 J94A4027 ZONE E Fuel Gauge E Tachometer This may cause severe engine damage The fuel gauge shows approximately The tachometer shows engine speed in how much fuel is in the tank We thousands of revolutions per minute recommend keeping the tank over 1 4 rpm full When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E refuel as soon as possible 5 34 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 052 1AE Dashboard Illumination When the parking lights or headlights are on rotate the thumb wheel to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights Form No 8P95 EA 00G Q053 1CE Warning Lights Beeps E Warning Lights Inspection Inspect the warning lights by turning the ignition switch to the ON position with the engine off and the parking brake on Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer about any light that doesn t come on If the brake system warning light is off when the ignition switch is in the START position have the system inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer After starting the engine make sure all warning lights are off If one stays on it s signaling for attention The brake system warning light shou
129. install the chains NOTE 1 Remove the wheel covers or the chain bands will scratch them Check local regulations before using studded tires 2 Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible Always follow the chain manufacturer s instructions 4 13 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Protecting Your Mazda 037 10AE Don t use chains on the E Driving in Flooded Areas temporary tire it may result in Chains may scratch or chip damage to the vehicle and to aluminum wheels Install tire the tire chains on steel wheels only A CAUTION Don t use chains on roads that Make sure water does not enter the Chains may affect handling are free of snow or ice The tires and chains could be Don t go faster than 50 km h damaged 30 mph or the chain manufacturer s recommended limit whichever is lower vehicle interior or the engine area The vehicle interior could become wet or the engine could be damaged Drive carefully and avoid bumps holes and sharp turns Avoid locked wheel braking Continued 4 14 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Protecting Your Mazda 037 11AE Trailer Towing A WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could Never tow a trailer with your Mazda result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected Dry
130. ion switch a beep will sound when any door is opened 053 20A1E E Headlight High Beam Indicator Light O This light indicates one of two things e The high beam headlights are on e The turn signal lever is in the flash to pass position 053 33AE E Rear Window Defroster Indicator Light m This light comes on when the rear window defroster is on Driving Your Mazda 053 27AE E O D OFF Indicator Light op Automatic Transaxle OFF This light comes on when the overdrive has been turned off CAUTION If the overdrive off indicator light flashes the transaxle has an electrical problem Continuing to drive your Mazda in this coondition could cause damage to your transaxle Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Form No 8P95 EA 00G 053 28DE This light comes on when a cruising speed is set E Cruise Set Indicator Light 053 54A1E TCS OFF This light comes on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position It goes off when the engine is started E Traction Control System TCS OFF Indicator Light The light also comes on when you switch off the TCS If the TCS has malfunction the TCS OFF indicator light will come on If it comes on while you re driving consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Some models 5 43 Driving Your Mazda 054 1C1E Lighting Control and Turn Signals Second stop First stop OFF oS S
131. ir position is selected automatically The air intake selector switch cannot be changed to the recirculated air position For maximum defrosting set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and the fan control dial to position 4 If warm air is desired at the floor set the mode selector switch to the position 5 73 Driving Your Mazda J94S5125_c Vv Dehumidifying With air conditioner Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows 5 74 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Set the temperature control dial at a comfortable position Set the mode selector switch to the desired position Set the air intake selector switch at the either position Turn on the air conditioner Set the fan control dial to the desired speed E SWING J94AAC16 E Oscillating Air Vent The air from the center ventilation louver can automatically be swung in both right and left directions To turn on push the switch in Another push will turn it off When the switch is turned off the direction of Driving Your Mazda airflow can manually be adjusted by the thumb wheel When the switch is turned on the louver always swings even when no air comes out from the center ventilation Form No 8P95 EA 00G Radio Reception J18Y4136 AD Ionosphere Station 1 Station 2
132. isine nng 5 44 On reminder sstisssrissrireniy 5 42 Low Fuel Warning Light 5 39 Lue Wrench joecsis ci eas 6 19 Luggage Compartment 1 5 Page M Maintaining the Air Filter 8 34 Maintaining the Finish 7 6 Maintaining Wiper Blades 8 35 Maintenance eseas enai ni 8 1 Maintenance Scheduled 8 3 Manual Transaxle Operations osceni ern yaceeetenees 5 7 Recommendations for shifting 5 8 Shift pattem x29 4acus tresao 5 7 Map Lights ys corirsprerersaritss 3 40 Mazda Importer Distributors 9 7 Mirrors Defroster rari sun 248 wack estas 3 34 Outside mirrors 00 3 33 Rearview mirror day night 3 35 Vanity ey keres ta nerne wanita 5 60 Money Saving Suggestions 4 9 Index Page O Odometer and Trip Meter 5 31 Oil see Engine Outside Mirrors 3 33 Outside the United States and Canada senno emake Ear ARTE orn 9 10 Overheating sirup einnig nena 6 2 Overloading ispire dcaes sed vcreate nies 4 15 Owner Maintenance 8 11 Precautions 6360sa es einean 8 12 Schedul ny aetate ika gras 8 11 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Page P Paint Damage acesora toesea 7 2 Damage caused by bird dropping insects or tree sap 7 3 Etching caused by acid rain or industrial fallout 7 2 Paint Chipping ccc cq a weea ae 7 4 Water marks bersiri disoiene oon Skene 7 4 P
133. ispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle Form No 8P95 EA 00G 021 7JE E Maintenance The supplemental restraint system is maintenance free But if any of the following occurs take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible e The supplemental restraint system warning light flashes e The supplemental restraint system warning light stays on e The supplemental restraint system warning light stays off when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position e Air bags inflate Should you sell your Mazda we urge you to tell the new owner of its supplemental restraint systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them from the Owner s Manual is important 2 53 3 Knowing Your Mazda Security takes many forms and is very important to owner and occupants Section 3 describes the safe way to use your Mazda keys locks windows and interior lighting Q005 1A2E Form No 8P95 EA 00G Keys Door Locks Keyless Entry System Power Windows Trunk Lid Trunk Release Handle Hood Release Immobilizer System Theft Deterrent System Fuel Filler Lid Fuel Filler Cap Steering Wheel Mirrors Sunroof Interior Light Map Lights Trunk Light Courtesy Lights Knowing Your Mazda 006 1A2E 006 4AE Keys Without immobilizer system With immobilizer system T lt Primary key Primary key aS oS Black SJ J25A2148_b J25A2093 e Second
134. ith new oil to the F mark on the dipstick 5 Securely replace the oil filler cap 6 Start the engine and inspect around the drain plug for leaks 7 Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan 8 20 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 48BE Check the oil level and fill to the F mark if necessary Oil capacity General reference only 2 0 liter engine 3 3 L 3 5 US qt 2 9 Imp qt 2 5 liter engine 3 7 L 3 9 US qt 3 3 Imp qt e 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 Use only specified engine oil page 8 16 Changing oil filter Because you need a special tool to retighten the filter an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do the work Maintenance 083 8C2E E Engine Coolant Y Inspecting coolant level A WARNING Hot Engine A hot engine is dangerous If the engine has been running parts of the engine compartment can become very hot You could be burned Don t inspect the coolant system or add coolant when the engine is hot Form No 8P95 EA 00G Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at least once a year at the beginning of the winter season and before traveling where temperatures may drop below freezing Inspect the condition and connections of all cooling system and heater hoses Replace any
135. ixture percentage Volume Protection Removing the Cooling System Cap Removing the cooling system cap or drain plug while the engine is running or hot is dangerous This might lead to cooling system and Continued Form No 8P95 EA 00G engine damage and could result in serious injury from escaping hot coolant or steam Turn off the engine and wait until it s cool Even then be very careful when removing the cap or drain plug Wrap a thick cloth around it and slowly turn it counterclockwise to the first stop Step back while the pressure escapes When you re sure all the pressure is gone press down on the cap still using a cloth turn the cap and remove it 083 12D1E y Cooling system cap D OAS 2 0 liter engine _ Kx g Pa Drain plug ye a l y To change coolant 1 Remove the cooling system cap 2 Only when the engine is cool loosen the radiator drain plug and drain the coolant into a suitable container 8 23 Maintenance 2 5 liter engine Gx Dey system a J94A7010A 3 With the drain plug loose but not fully removed flush out the system with running water 4 Drain the system completely and retighten the plug 8 24 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 6 Fill the radiator to the top of the filler neck and then the coolant reservoir to F with as much ethylene glycol based coolant and wa
136. ize of Child Restraint A seat belt or child restraint You are required by law to use System system can become very hot in a child restraint system for children in For effective protection in vehicle closed vehicle during warm the U S and Canada Small children accidents and sudden stops a weather To avoid burning yourself generally those who are four years old child must be properly restrained or a child inspect either before or younger and who weigh under 18 using a seat belt or child restraint using kg 40 Ib riding in your vehicle must system depending on age and size be protected by child restraint systems If not the child could be seriously made especially for children Check injured or even killed in an your local and state or provincial laws accident for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle 2 27 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment Y Older children 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 2 28 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 000 00 E Child Restraint Systems Whatever child restraint system you consider please pick the appropriate one for the age and size of the child obey state law and follow the instructions that come with the individual child restraint system A rear facing child restraint system sho
137. ke all children and animals with you or leave a responsible person with them 3 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Always remove the key from the ignition switch close all windows and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended This discourages intruders and thieves 007 3E3E J94A2006 E Inside Door Lock To lock any door push the door lock button into the door handle area To unlock pull it Knowing Your Mazda 007 10A1E J94A2007 To open pull the door handle Form No 8P95 EA 00G 007 4A2E Z WARNING Unlocked Doors Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle can be 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 Q007 18DE J94A2008 JE ZN Y Locking and unlocking with door lock switch All doors lock automatically when DOOR LOCK is pushed They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door lock switch is pushed Some models 3 7 Knowing Your Mazda A WARNING Keys and Children Leaving small children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed They could play with power windows or other controls or even make the vehicle move Don t leave the keys in your vehicle with small children 3 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Always remove the k
138. ked at A nonspecified fluid could idle without driving at normal result in transaxle malfunction operating temperature and failure 8 29 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 65B1E 1948 1947018 A WARNING Sudden Vehicle Movement Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is the crosshatched area on the dipstick Y Scale B When the engine has not been running and the outside temperature is above 10 C 50 F the level should be between the bottom hole on the dipstick and the bottom of the crosshatched area on the dipstick dangerous The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever 4 With the engine still idling pull out 2 0 liter engine the dipstick wipe it clean and put it back Y Scale A 5 Pull it out again When the engine has been running and the fluid is at normal operating The proper fluid level is marked on the temperature about 65 C 150 F to dipstick as follows 71 C 170 F the level must be within 8 30 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 20CE Fully insert the dipstick When adding fluid make sure the fluid level doesn t e Use scale B only as a reference pass the crosshatched area on the dipstick e Ifthe outside temperature is lower then 10 C 50 F start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the engine reaches op
139. keep it in another safe and handy place but not in the vehicle If your key is lost consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready 3 3 Knowing Your Mazda 007 1A1E Door Locks A WARNING Keys and Children Leaving small children in a vehicle with the ignition key is dangerous This could result in Turn the key toward the front to J94A2003 unlock toward the back to lock 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 small children E Outside Door Lock Y Locking unlocking with key Any front door can be locked or unlocked with a key 3 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda 007 8DE 007 20AE 007 9BE Front door z Rear door When locking the doors this way be careful not to leave the key inside the vehicle J94A2004_a J94A2005_a Y Locking without key To lock a rear door push the inside lock button and close the door To lock a front door without a key push the door lock and close the door 3 5 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda 007 2A1E A WARNING Unattended Children and Pets Leaving a child or an animal unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous In hot weather temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death Always ta
140. klet 9 15 Customer Information 093 1AIE 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 019B O1 2001 WORKSHOP MANUAL English 9999 95 021G 01 2001 WIRING DIAGRAM English 9999 95 17CS 01 Except Puerto Rico 2001 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 9 16 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Index Form No 8P95 EA 00G 11 1 Index A Accessory Socket Add On Non Genuine Parts and Accessories 004 Air Bag Restraint System Warning light Air Filter Aluminum Wheel Maintenance Antenna 4 Antilock Brake System ABS Warning light Appearance Care Audio System Cassette tape player Compact disc changer Compact disc player Radio Automatic Tra
141. ld go off when the parking brake is released 5 35 Driving Your Mazda Q053 2GE E Brake System Warning O If it stays on Light PRAKT 1 Be sure the parking brake is fully This warning has two functions released Vv Parking brake warning 2 Check the light The light comes on when the parking If this light is still on drive to the brake is applied with the ignition side of the road and park off the switch in the START or ON position right of way It goes off when the brake is fully You may notice that the pedal is released harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor In either case it Vv Low brake fluid level warning will take longer to stop the vehicle If the light stays on after the parking 3 With the engine stopped check the brake is fully released you may have a brake fluid level immediately and brake problem add fluid as required page 8 25 5 36 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 4 After adding fluid check the light again If the warning light remains on or if the brakes do not operate properly do not drive the vehicle Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Even if the light goes off have your brake system inspected as soon as possible Driving Your Mazda A WARNING Brake Warning Light Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time If this light
142. le injury or death from heat exposure Close the trunk lid lock the rear seatbacks and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle 94S060 004 To open the trunk lid from the inside pull the illuminated T shaped handle The handle is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light Knowing Your Mazda The T shaped handle is located on A WA R N I N G the inside of the trunk lid Unattended Children and Pets Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous Babies left sleeping and kids who lock themselves in cars or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration Don t leave your children or pets 76Y 060 002 alone in a car at any time Don t leave the car the rear folding seats or the trunk unlocked Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by locking doors trunk and rear seats and keeping the keys where children won t play with them 3 19 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Knowing Your Mazda 013 1AE Hood Release CAUTION Always keep the handle firmly attached to the holder and in the recessed position Not securing the handle this way could allow it to snag luggage in the trunk and open the trunk lid N J94A2017 1 With the vehicle parked pull the release handle to unlock the hood 94S060 005 3 20 Form
143. learance is reduced about 25 mm 1 in Don t use a tire chain on this tire because it won t fit Continued 6 28 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 7 Appearance Care This section features care inside and out of your Mazda how best to keep it clean and looking good Be aware that appearance is not the only reason for cleanliness Road grime tends to eat away at the metal so 077 1A1E keeping your vehicle clean in the way Section 7 prescribes will help prevent its early deterioration and rusting How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage 7 2 Exterior Care 7 6 Interior Care 7 12 7 1 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Appearance Care 078 12AE How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application Environmental hazards however can harm the paint s protective properties if proper care is not taken Here are some examples of possible damage with tips on how to prevent them 7 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 078 13A1E E Etching Caused by Acid Rain or Industrial Fallout Y Occurrence Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with rain or dew to form acids These acids can settle on a vehicle s finish As the water evaporates the acid becomes concentrated and can damage the finish And the longer the acid remains on the surface the greater the chance is for damage Vv Preve
144. lected signal at the same time This causes a slight delay in reception and may be heard as a broken sound or a distortion This condition may also be encountered when in close proximity to the transmitter 5 77 Driving Your Mazda When a vehicle passes through such an area the reception conditions may change suddenly resulting in annoying noise J18Y4140 AD Vv Flutter Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings mountains and other obstacles 5 78 Form No 8P95 EA 00G J18Y4141 AD YV Weak signal noise In some areas broadcast signals become weak because of distance from the transmitter Reception in such fringe areas is characterized by sound breakup Driving Your Mazda J18Y4142 AD Station 1 Station 2 88 1 MH J18Y4143 AD V Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower The broadcast signals are extremely strong so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver Form No 8P95 EA 00G Y Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up At this time there will be some noise from this disturbance 5 79 Driving Your Mazda Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to
145. lection Select AM by pressing the AM button and FM1 or FM2 by pressing the FM1 2 button The selected mode will be indicated If FM stereo is being received ST will be displayed If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak reception automatically changes from STEREO to MONO for reduced noise and the ST indicator will go out Form No 8P95 EA 00G V Tuning The radio has the following tuning methods Manual Seek Scan Preset channel and Auto memory tuning The easiest way to tune stations is to set them on preset channels If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be canceled a Lower frequency TUNE push AUDIO CONT Higher frequency 76Y032 008_a Manual tuning Turning the manual tuning knob will change to a higher or lower frequency 5 91 Driving Your Mazda If you continue to press and hold Higher frequency the button the frequency will continue changing without stopping Lower frequency 76Y032 017 Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically 5 92 Form No 8P95 EA 00G m AUTO M SSS 76Y 032 020 Scan tuning Press the scan button to automatically sample strong stations Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds To hold a station merely press the scan button again
146. lision Always drive with the head restraints inserted when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted Essential Safety Equipment Stop catch release J94S2006 Vv Height adjustment To raise a head restraint pull it up to the desired position To lower the head restraint press the stop catch release then push the head restraint down Form No 8P95 EA 00G Adjust the head reatraint so that the top parallels the top of the passenger s ears never the passenger s neck 019 1E1E Rear Seat A WARNING Stacking Cargo Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks or putting things on the rear package tray is dangerous During sudden braking or a collision it can become a projectile that may hit and injure passengers Don t stack things higher than the seatbacks or put things on the rear package tray 2 9 Essential Safety Equipment 019 36AE Q019 3E1E J94S2001 A WARNING Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely latched are dangerous In a sudden stop or collision the seat or seatback could move causing injury Make sure the adjustable components of the seat are locked in place E Armrest E Split Folding Rear Seat The armrest can be used or placed To provide more space in the trunk upright 1 Unfasten the lap portion of the rear center seat belt page 2 22 2 10 Some mo
147. ll be repeated RPT will be displayed 5 112 Form No 8P95 EA 00G PROG A RDM a8 76Y 032 015 Vv Random play This feature allows the CD player to randomly select the order of the songs Press the random button during play The next selection will be randomly selected RDM will be displayed Driving Your Mazda Press the random button once again to cancel random play Form No 8P95 EA 00G mAUTO M SSS 76Y 032 020 V Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track Press the scan button during play to start scan play operation the track number will flash Press the scan button once again to cancel scan play If the unit is left in scan normal play will resume where scan was selected 5 113 Driving Your Mazda Track up 1piscv 2disca 5 lt lt 6 gt A A a Track down A A Disc down Disc up Reverse Fast forward 76Y032 016 76Y032 017_b 76Y032 018_a Vv Disc search In dash CD changer Press the disc up button A to skip forward to the beginning of the next CD Press the disc down button V to skip back to the beginning of the previous CD 5 114 Form No 8P95 EA 00G YV Track search Press the track up button once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track Press the track down button once to skip back to the beginning of the current track
148. ll could also cause engine knocking and reduce exhaust emissions and keep reduce exhaust emissions and keep serious engine damage spark plug fouling to a minimum spark plug fouling to a minimum U S federal law requires that octane Your Mazda will perform best with Your Mazda will perform best with ratings be posted on gasoline station regular unleaded fuel having an octane premium unleaded fuel having an pumps rating antiknock index of at least 87 octane rating antiknock index of at R M 2 method least 91 R M 2 method Fuel with a lower rating could cause the emission control system to lose You may use a regular unleaded effectiveness It could also cause gasoline with a rating from 87 to 90 engine knocking and serious engine this will slightly reduce performance damage 4 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Protecting Your Mazda 031 2A3E A CAUTION NEVER USE LEADED FUEL It is harmful to the catalytic converter 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 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
149. lt an Authorized Mazda Dealer CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than five seconds with the engine running This could damage the power steering system 5 24 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G 049 1A1E Cruise Control With cruise control you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 40 km h 25 mph A WARNING Cruise Control Use Using cruise control in the following conditions could cause you to lose control of the vehicle Heavy or unsteady traffic Slippery or winding roads Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed Don t use cruise control in these situations Driving Your Mazda 049 2F1E J94A4017_2001 CRUISE MAIN switch To activate the system push the CRUISE MAIN end of the switch To deactivate the system push the OFF end Form No 8P95 EA 00G 049 3AE 049 12AE WARNING J94A4018 Cruise Main Switch Leaving the CRUISE MAIN switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it may be switched on accidently This could result in loss of vehicle control Keep the CRUISE MAIN switch off when cruise control is not in use E Cruise Set Indicator Light The cruise set indicator comes on when a cruising speed is set 5 25 Driving Your Mazda 049 4F1E J94A4019 J18T4016 E To Set Speed 1 Turn on the CRUISE MAIN s
150. luid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 23A2E A WARNING Substitute Washer Fluid Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous If sprayed on the windshield it will dirty the windshield affect your visibility and could result in an accident Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir 083 26AE E Body Lubrication All moving points of the body such as door and hood hinges and locks should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather Make sure the engine hood s secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released 8 33 Maintenance 083 27F2E 083 28LE Air filter cover 4 Replace the filter 5 Install in the reverse order of removal Replace the filter according to Scheduled Maintenance page 8 3 Air filter J94A7021 E Maintaining the Air Filter 1 Unfasten the clamps A viscous paper air filter fits inside the 2 Lift off the air filter cover and air cleaner housing as shown It s remove the filter been specially treated and should not be cleaned and reused Replace it 3 Wipe inside the air cleaner housing when necessary with a damp cloth 8 34 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 45BE If the vehicle is operated in very dusty or sandy areas replace the filter more often than r
151. m from shifting to an unsafe position in the event of an accident To get the seat belt into the automatic locking mode pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the Essential Safety Equipment child restraint system It will retract down to the child restraint system and stay locked on it See the section on child restraint page 2 26 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 020 2A2E A 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 Z WARNING Seat Belt Damaged During an Accident Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous An accident could damage the belt webbing of the seat belt in use A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a collision Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again 2 15 Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Twisted Seat Belts Twisted seat belts can cause injury In a collision the full width of the belt isn t available to absorb the impact This puts more force on the bones beneath the belt which could br
152. mal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells In Case of Emergency Z WARNING Jump Starting Jump starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous It may rupture or explode causing serious injury Don t jump start a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level Form No 8P95 EA 00G 073 2A3E Connect cables in ach numerical order Booster and disconnect in battery reverse order Connect cables in A numerical order Booster and disconnectin battery reverse order 2 5 liter engine 2 0 liter engine 94S060 003 1 Make sure the booster battery is 12 volts and that its negative terminal is grounded 94S060 002 If the booster battery is in another vehicle don t allow the vehicles to touch A short could be created In Case of Emergency 2 Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both vehicles Connect the jumper cables in the exact sequence as in the illustration 1 Connect one end of a cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery 2 Attach the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery 3 Connect one end of the other cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery
153. mponents of the air bag storage areas after the bags have inflated 021 2C1E A WARNING Modification of the Supplemental Restraint System Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is dangerous You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable Don t make any modifications to the supplemental restraint system This includes installing trim badges or anything else over the air bag storage areas It also includes installing extra electric equipment on or near system components or wiring An Authorized Mazda Dealer can Continued 2 41 Essential Safety Equipment provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front seats It is important to protect the side air bag wiring and connections to assure that the bags do not accidently deploy and that the seats retain an undamaged air bag connection 2 42 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 021 12B1E A WARNING Installation of Front End Equipment Installation of front end equipment such as a frontal protection bar kangaroo bar bull bar push bar etc snowplow or winches is dangerous The air bag crash sensor system could be affected This could cause air bags to inflate unexpectedly or it could prevent the air bags from inflating during an accident Front occupants could be seriously injured Never install any front end equipment to your vehicle 021 9AE A WARNING Front Air Bag
154. n kee eee es 3 23 Warning ight e icd cse iiss tits da 0 5 41 In Case of Emergency 6 1 Indicator Lights CHUISEISED arregi apii raie oi 5 43 Headlight high beam 5 42 Page O D overdrive OFF 5 43 Rear window defroster 5 42 SECUN send it i yds te A 5 42 Traction control system TCS OFE reann i oie ae ee we WS 5 43 Inspecting Automatic transaxle fluid level 8 29 Brake clutch fluid level 8 25 Coolant level 2 8 21 Engine oil level 8 17 Power steering fluid level 8 27 Washer fluid level 8 33 Instrument Cluster 5 30 Interior Cares od sisi s setae euece one tes 7 12 Interior Light 000 3 39 Interior Overview 00 1 2 Introduction Maintenance 8 2 11 5 Index Page Jack and Lug Wrench 6 19 JUMP Starting o essretisrnritininsi 6 4 K Keyless Entry System 3 9 Maintenance s s iivieeon eiaayornes 3 11 Transmitter ase cccsacis nismes 3 10 ICV Soin edd Rees ait laine ea ecto 3 2 11 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Page L Label Information 4 16 Lane Change Signals 5 46 Light COUMES s re eaa Ea 3 41 INteHOr EEA AE EEE 3 39 Map erres cspanes rudien a nse wlan 3 40 TEUK fe cine sent st a En EEY 3 41 Eie hei eonaursd antipenuaan aa Aa 5 51 Lighting Control s cesses esa srera 5 44 Lights Headlights s
155. n switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked After about 6 seconds it goes Some models 2 51 Essential Safety Equipment out A system malfunction is indicated when the SRS warning light constantly flashes stays on or doesn t come on at all If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident 2 52 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 000 00 Z WARNING 021 13AE Z WARNING Removing Interior Parts Self Servicing the Supplemental Restraint Systems Self servicing or tampering with the supplemental restraint systems is dangerous An air bag could accidentally activate or become disabled This could cause serious injuries Never tamper with the supplemental restraint systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs Removing the front seat front dashboard the steering wheel or parts containing air bag 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 Essential Safety Equipment 021 10AE Z WARNING Air Bag Disposal Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous Unless all safety procedures are followed injury can result Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely d
156. nd rear for towing They are designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it s being transported Using them for towing will damage the bumper 6 18 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency 076 1B1E Flat Tire E Tire Jack and Lug Wrench Spare tire page 6 27 J94S6013 Tool bag Jack 6 19 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency 076 2A1E 076 29A1E 076 3A1E Y To secure the jack J94S6006 Perform the removal procedure in reverse J94A5014 Vv To remove the jack Vv To remove the spare tire Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise Turn the tire hold down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench 6 20 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency 076 6A3E E Changing a Flat Tire If the following occurs while driving it could indicate a flat tire Steering becomes difficult The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively The vehicle pulls in one direction If you have a flat tire drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a busy road is dangerous Form No 8P95 EA 00G WARNING Jacking a Vehicle Changing a tire can be dangerous The vehicle can slip off the jack and seriously injure someone Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire and never get under a vehicle that is supported only by a jack 076 3
157. ndex pod 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Your Mazda is a complex vehicle but the design throughout considers your safety and comfort paramount This requires many controls locks graphic symbols mechanisms and amenities that need to be understood for proper operation 004 1A1E Section 1 illustrates this information to familiarize you with what needs to be known to help make your motoring safer and easier and lots more fun Interior Overview 1 2 Dashboard Overview 1 3 Doors 1 4 Luggage Compartment 1 5 1 1 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Your Vehicle at a Glance 004 2AE Interior Overview Sunvisor page 5 59 SSS SSS Rearview mirror page 3 35 Ss Shoulder belt adjuster page 2 18 N ee Se Vanity mirror page 5 60 La bi i Wiper and washer lever page 5 47 Steering wheel page 3 32 E D NF T AK lt 3 Passenger side air bags oS a Pag e page 2 35 A ZB W l lan Seat belt page 2 14 4 Rear window defroster switch page 5 49 Cruise main switch page 5 25 Side air bags page 2 35 Glove box page 5 55 Fuse panel page 6 8 Accessory socket page 5 51 J94S1005_a 2001 Center console page 5 58 Driver side air bags page 2 35 Cup holder page 5 56 1 2 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Your Vehicle at a Glance 004 3AE Dashboard Overview J94S 1002 Instrument cluster page 5 30 Hazard warning flasher switch page 6 2
158. ng the level to F CAUTION Don t add engine oil over F This may cause engine damage The distance between L and F on the dipstick represents 1 0 L 1 06 US qt 0 88 Imp qt 8 18 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 7CE Vv Changing engine oil and filter Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance page 8 3 Please act responsibly protect the environment and take used oil to a recycling facility Ask your dealer or a service station for information A WARNING Handling Used Engine Oil Continuous contact with used engine oil could be dangerous It could cause skin cancer Always wash with soap and water immediately after changing oil and filter Maintenance 2 0 liter engine J94A7006 J18T7008 Tighten A WARNING Checking or Changing Engine Hot engine oil could be 2 igh dangerous If the engine has been X f a ae running the engine oil becomes J S Rie S very hot You could be seriously Drain plug a NS Je as burned Don t check or change lt Drain plug the engine oil when the engine is hot Changing engine oil 2 Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container 1 Warm up the engine for a few minutes and turn it off Remove the oil filler cap 8 19 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 47B1E 3 Replace the plug tightly after the oil has thoroughly drained 4 Fill the engine w
159. not be cleaned using the air blow method R Replace Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first MAINTENANCE x100 en ITEM x 1000 miles 2 0 liter engine Spark plugs 2 5 liter engine Engine coolant Replace at first 168 000 km 105 000 miles or 60 months after that 0 km 60 000 miles every 48 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months Engine coolant level Function of all lights Brake lines hoses and connections 1 According to state and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on tl recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometrage mileage period to ensure long term reliability 8 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G hese items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda Maintenance I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary Schedule 2 Cont d L Lubricate MAINTENANCE Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first INTERVALS Months 8 32 36 x 1000 km 16 64 72 x 1000 miles 10 40 45 Brake and clutch fluid level I I I Drum brakes Disc brakes Tire inflation pressure and tire wear Steering operation and linkages Power steering fluid level Front suspension ball joints Driveshaft dust boots Bolts and nuts on chassis and body Exhaust system heat shields All locks and hinges L L Form No 8P95
160. nsaxle Controls os sadiiieeegeans Driving tips 11 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Fluid level OVEPOTIVE hiren r ENa oi asl Shift lock system Transaxle ranges B Battery ices aiienaeals Sees p i tin Charging system warning light Jump starting Before Driving After getting in Before getting in Body Lubrication Brakes Antilock brake system ABS Fluid level Foot brake sess sereinirenin enak Pad wear indicator Parking brake sess cssersrcrenss System warning light Page 8 29 5 14 5 15 5 10 Page Break In Period is sisi wade eandess 4 8 Bright Metal Maintenance 7 9 Bulb Replacement Front Interior 8 48 Headlight aces ecco sisena gts evga 8 45 Rean pree AAE 8 49 Index C Capacities sonst aah eurie Cassette Tape Player Catalytic Converter see Emission Control System Center Console Box Center Pockets sarr ecrdieeerncevisnoe MCAS xs aie Sopa E en eeeeays ote Changing a Flat Tire Changing Coolant Changing the Oil Charging System Warning Light Check Engine Light Checking Automatic transaxle fluid level Brake clutch fluid level Coolant level so o is c acecnenoacawie wie Engine oil level Power steering fluid level Washer fluid level Form No 8P95 EA 00G Page 10 5 5 83 Page Child Restraint resis usa cinsese 2 26 Ch
161. ntion It is necessary to wash and wax your vehicle to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section These steps should be taken immediately after you suspect that acid rain has settled on your vehicle s finish Appearance Care 078 14A1E E Damage Caused by Bird Dropping Insects or Tree Sap Vv Occurrence Bird dropping contain acids If these aren t removed they can eat away the clear and color base coat of the vehicle s paintwork When insects stick to the paint surface and decompose corrosive compounds form These can erode the clear and color base coat of the vehicle s paintwork if they are not removed Form No 8P95 EA 00G Tree sap will harden and adhere permanently to the paint finish If you scratch the sap off while it is hard some vehicle paint could come off with it Vv Prevention It is necessary to have your Mazda washed and waxed to preserve its finish according to the instructions in this section This should be done as soon as possible Bird droppings can be removed with a soft sponge and water If you are traveling and these are not available a moistened tissue may also take care of the problem The cleaned area should be waxed according to the instructions in this section Insects and tree sap are best removed with a soft sponge and water or a commercially available chemical cleaner Another method is to cover the affected area with dampened newspaper
162. nts and sudden stops Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap shoulder belts out of the way when not in use 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 rear lap shoulder belt retractors 2 14 Form No 8P95 EA 00G operate in two modes emergency locking mode and for child restraint systems automatic locking mode Emergency locking mode If the belt has fully retracted it will always be in the emergency locking mode until you move it into automatic locking mode by pulling the belt all the way out to its full length In the emergency locking mode the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision If the belt feels tight and hinders comfortable movement while the vehicle is stopped or in motion you may be in the automatic locking mode because you have pulled the belt too far out To return to the more comfortable emergency locking mode wait until you can stop the vehicle in a safe area retract the belt fully to convert it back to emergency locking mode and then again extend it around you Automatic locking mode Always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child restraint syste
163. nylon cloth Rub gently when washing or drying the vehicle Take your vehicle only to a car wash that keeps its brushes well maintained Don t use abrasive cleansers or wax that contain abrasives A CAUTION e Don t use steel wool abrasive cleaners or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome plated or anodized aluminum parts This may damage the protective coating also cleaners and detergents may discolor or deteriorate the paint To prevent damaging the antenna retract it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance Appearance Care Pay special attention to removing salt dirt mud and other foreign material from the underside of the wings and make sure the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors and rocker panels are clean Insects tar tree sap bird droppings industrial fallout and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately When prompt washing with plain water is ineffective use a mild soap made for use on vehicles Thoroughly rinse off all soap with lukewarm or cold water Don t allow soap to dry on the finish 7 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G After washing the vehicle dry it with a clean chamois to prevent water spots from forming A WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking
164. o 8P95 EA 00G 024 5A1E After washing your Mazda or after a rain wipe the water off the sunroof before operating it 024 4A1E J94A2059 E Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand when the sunroof is closed Knowing Your Mazda The sunshade opens automatically when the sunroof is opened but must be closed by hand 024 6A1E CAUTION The sunshade doesn t tilt To avoid damaging the sunshade don t push up on it Form No 8P95 EA 00G 025 1AE Interior Light J94A2060_a OFF Light off DOOR Light on when a door is open ON Light on 025 2IE When the switch is in the DOOR position the interior light comes on for about 30 seconds when the driver s door is unlocked by the transmitter or the door lock switch and the ignition key is removed about 15 seconds after the key is removed from the ignition The light also goes out when e the ignition is turned to the Continued 3 39 Knowing Your Mazda ON position e the door is locked by the transmitter or the door lock switch When the interior light comes on by opening a door it goes out about 15 seconds after the door is closed Even if the door isn t closed the light goes out after about 5 minutes 3 40 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 026 IBE Map Lights With sunroof Without sunroof J94S3005 gS K SS Map light eee J948 J25
165. ocks to protect against theft Only in this position can the key be removed E ON E START This is the normal running position The engine is started in this position It after the engine is started The warning will crank until you release the key lights except brakes should be then it returns to the ON position The inspected before the engine is started brake warning light can be checked page 5 35 after the engine is started page 5 35 5 2 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 042 2DE 042 3FE J94S J94A4004 N Sp ie U7 a Vey L BS N N OND NS Onan ACC ae key Shift lever LOCK 0 engaged in P J94A4003 LOCK 0 park 042 4AE If turning the key is difficult jiggle the steering wheel from side to side 042 5BE A WARNING Removing the Key Y Manual transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position push the key in at the ACC position Form No 8P95 EA 00G Vv Automatic transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position keep the shift lever at P It s dangerous to remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock You will lose steering control and a serious accident could occur Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked 5 3 Driving Your Mazda Q042 6EE A WARNING Not Setting the Parking Brake Leaving the driver
166. om a circuit not essential to vehicle operation such as the RADIO circuit A CAUTION Always replace a fuse with one of the same rating Otherwise you may damage the electric system 6 9 In Case of Emergency 074 3JE 1 Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches unhooking the tab and lifting up on the cover d l C Normal Blown J94A5005 J18Y5006 2 Open the fuse block cover by Ae A If the headlights or other electrical 3 If a fuse is blown replace it with a components don t work and the fuses new one of the same rating in the cabin are OK inspect the fuse block under the hood If a fuse is blown it must be replaced Follow these steps 6 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency 9074 4JE x N 4 Lift the fuse block and remove bolts C ZO 5 Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating 6 Install in the reverse order of removal J94A5006 When replacing the 100A fuse 1 Turn off the ignition switch 2 Remove the negative battery terminal 3 Remove nuts A and bolts B 6 11 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency Q074 6AE E Fuse Panel Description Y Fuse block engine compartment FUSE DESCRIPTION RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT EGI INJ Fuel injection system EFOG 40A Rear window defroster 113 15 123 169 3 073 C14 18 L _ L o MAIN 100A Fo
167. or Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 TEL 1 800 222 5500 in U S A 949 727 1990 outside U S A Distributor in each area CANADA Mazda Canada Inc 305 Milner Avenue Suite 400 Scarborough Ontario M1B 3V4 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 in Canada Form No 8P95 EA 00G TEL 416 609 9909 outside Canada PUERTO RICO Plaza Motors Corp Mazda de Puerto Rico P O Box 362722 San Juan Puerto Rico 00936 2722 TEL 787 788 9300 GUAM Triple J Motors 157 South Marine Drive Tamuning GUAM 96911 USA P O Box 6066 Tamuning Guam 96931 TEL 671 649 6555 Customer Information SAIPAN Pacific International Marianas Inc d b a Midway Motors P O Box 887 Saipan MP 96950 TEL 670 234 7524 AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors Inc P O Box 1120 Pago Pago American Samoa 96799 TEL 684 699 9347 9 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Customer Information 088 1A2E Warranties for Your Mazda e New Vehicle Limited Warranty NOTE e Safety Restraint System Limited Detailed warranty information is Warranty provided with your Mazda e Anti perforation Limited Warranty e Federal Emission Control Warranty Enmission Defect Warranty Enmission Performance Warranty e California Emission Control Warranty if applicable e Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty e Tire Warranty 9 9
168. or water and baking soda recommended load limits and weight handling and poor braking distribution leading to loss of control Except e If the vehicle will not be used for when using the temporary spare an extended time disconnect the tire use only the same type tires battery cables radial bias belted bias type on all four wheels 8 40 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance AN WARNING Refer to the specification charts page 10 6 Using Wrong Sized Tires Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda page 10 6 is dangerous It could seriously affect ride handling ground clearance tire clearance and speedometer calibration This could cause you to have an accident Use only tires that are the correct size specified for your YV Tire inflation pressure Mazda Inspect all tire pressures monthly including the spare when the tires are cold Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride top handling and minimum tire wear 8 41 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance 083 34A2E e Keep your tire pressure at the J94A7027_a J18T7031 correct levels If one frequently i l e Warm tires normally exceed needs inflating have it To D recommended pressures Don t inspected lt Front release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure dB gt W T Underinflation can cause A ARN I N G n Do not include TEMPORARY USE ONLY reduced ae DOE
169. ord the total distance of two trips One is recorded in trip meter A and the other is recorded in trip meter B For instance trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled When trip meter A is selected pressing the selector again within one second will change the trip meter to B mode When trip meter A is selected TRIP A will be displayed When trip meter B is selected TRIP B will be displayed The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset Return it to 0 0 by holding the selector depressed for more than 1 second Driving Your Mazda 051 4AE Use this meter to measure trip Nomai range AN C AUTION distances and to compute fuel consumption Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage Cc 9 page 6 2 N C H Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers miles J94S5004 The trip record will be erased when E Water Temperature Gauge e The power supply is This gauge shows the temperature of interrupted blown fuse or the engine coolant the battery is disconnected If the needle exceeds normal range The vehicle is driven over toward H it indicates overheating 999 9 km miles 5 33 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 051 5EE 051 7B1E 2 0 liter engine Use it while select
170. orm No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 043 2EE 6 After starting the engine let it idle for about 10 seconds 2 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it Whether cold or warm the engine there for up to 10 seconds If the should be started without use of engine starts release the key and the accelerator accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up In extremely cold weather below If the engine fails to start it may be 18 C 0 F or after the vehicle flooded excessive fuel in the engine 3 If the engine fails to start crank it has stood idle several days let the without using the accelerator for engine warm up without operating Follow this procedure up to 10 seconds the accelerator 1 Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there 5 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 044 1AE Manual Transaxle Operation E VVN E Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern The shift pattern of the transaxle is conventional as shown Press the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting then release it slowly Form No 8P95 EA 00G A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to R The shift lever must be put in neutral before being shifted to R 044 2A1E e Make sure the vehicle is stopped before shifting to R e If shifting into reverse is difficult shift into neutral release the clutch pedal and try again
171. ove glass to fog up Your vision will be heater and defroster efficiency hampered which could lead to a and to reduce the probability of a serious accident Do not use the fogging on the inside of the Ww recirculated air position in cold windshield JO4AACIT7 weather When using the GY and the W mode select the outside YV Mode selector switch air position indicator light off for maximum defogging of the Press the mode selector switch to front windshield select airflow mode page 5 63 5 68 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda J94AAC14 Vv Air conditioner switch With air conditioner Press the switch to turn the air conditioner on An indicator light on the switch will illuminate when the fan switch is on Press the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off Form No 8P95 EA 00G The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature is too cold e The optional air conditioner is filled with R134a a refrigerant that will not damage the ozone layer If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant or has a malfunction consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Y Ventilation 1 Set the mode selector switch to the position 2 Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position indicator light off Some models 5 69 Driving Your Mazda the desired position the hot position 4 Set the fan control
172. ow these instructions when using a child restraint system 1 Secure the child restraint system with the lap portion of the Essential Safety Equipment J76TCS06 lap shoulder belt See the instructions on the child restraint system for belt routing instructions 2 To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the Form No 8P95 EA 00G belt is out of the retractor Position the belt correctly push the child restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat and be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in the automatic locking mode If the belt does not lock the seat down tight repeat this step 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 right seat 94S004 002 system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts If your child restraint system requires the use of a tether strap hook the tether strap by following the manufacturer s instructions 2 31 Essential Safety Equipment X Anchor bracket 94S004 003 2 32 Form No 8P95 EA 00G YV If
173. page 8 22 e Engine oil and oil filter page 8 18 8 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 2A2E E Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems This section gives instructions only for items easy to perform A WARNING Maintenance Procedures Performing maintenance work on a vehicle can be dangerous 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 As explained in the Introduction page 8 2 several procedure can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools Maintenance 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Running the Engine Working under the hood with the engine running is dangerous It becomes even more dangerous when you wear jewelry or loose clothing Either can become entangled in moving parts and result in injury Therefore if you must run the engine while working under the hood make certain that you remove all jewelry especially rings bracelets watches and necklaces and all neckties sc
174. ponents prism and lens in the CD player changer may become clouded with condensation At this time the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit A clouded CD can be corrected simply by wiping it with a soft cloth Clouded optical components will clear naturally in about an hour Wait for normal operation to return before attempting to use the unit Driving Your Mazda Vv Handling the CD player in dash CD changer The following precautions should be observed J16EUS10 J16EUS07 e Do not spill any liquid on the audio Do not insert any objects other system than CDs into the slot 5 119 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda J16EUS08 J16EUS09 J16EUS06 e The CD revolves at high speed e Do not use non conventional discs e Anew CD may have rough edges within the unit Defective cracked such as heart shaped octagonal on its inner and outer perimeters If or badly bent CDs should never be discs etc The CD player changer a disc with rough edges is used used could be damaged proper setting will not be possible and the CD player changer will not play the CD 5 120 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball point pen or pencil as rough edges rub the side of the pen or shown on the left To remove the COMPACT pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the CD a N O O DI
175. r protection of all circuits RADIO SUNROOF TURN METER ENGINE POWER WINDOW WIPER fuses Ignition system 4 0A 0A ir itioner TAIL STOP ROOM DOOR LOCK HAZARD POWER SEAT BIN OA fuses OA i 0A IG KEY 3 AHHH CAN oe AD FAN 3 Additional fan ABS 60A Antilock brake system J94S J94A5007 6 12 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency DESCRIPTION HORN FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT Tail lights Parking lights Dashboard illumination License plate lights Switches illumination Horn ABS Antilock brake system ST SIGN Starter signal Head light Left Head light Right Antilock brake system Form No 8P95 EA 00G Some models 6 13 In Case of Emergency J94S J94A5008_a B 22 cD c2 O O O o C D CoD C C59 CoD Cs C C9 N 19 N 15 N 11 N 7 U N 3 C O C D C CSD C59 CBD N 6 14 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Vv Fuse panel driver s side FUSE DESCRIPTION RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT Interior lights Trunk light Sunroof Gauges Back up lights 30A Power door lock Hazard warning lights Air bag system Antilock brake system WIPER Windshield wipers and washer In Case of Emergency DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT P WIND 30A Power windows 14 RADIO 15A Audio s
176. raking steering and traction could result in an accident Always use tires that are in good condition 8 43 Maintenance 083 39AE Y Temporary spare tire Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it s properly inflated and stored The temporary spare tire is easier to handle because of its construction It is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire and should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance Use the temporary only until the conventional tire is repaired which should be as soon as possible Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa 60 psi 8 44 Form No 8P95 EA 00G CAUTION e Don t use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim The temporary spare tire has a tread life of up to 4 800 km 3 000 miles depending on road conditions and driving habits When the tread wear solid band indicator appears replace the tire with the same type of temporary spare Q083 40A2E Vv Replacing a wheel When replacing a wheel make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter rim width and offset Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear Out of balance tires can cause vibration and uneven wear such as cupping and flat spots Maintenance 083 41A1E A CAUTION J94A7029 A w
177. remains on have the brakes inspected immediately Don t drive with this light on Form No 8P95 EA 00G 053 4HE E Seat Belt Warning Light Beep A If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position a beep will sound for about 6 seconds and the seat belt warning light will remain on until the belt is fastened If the system does not operate correctly consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 053 5CE E Charging System Warning Light This warning light indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system If the light comes on while driving 1 Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Turn off the engine Inspect the alternator drive belt for looseness and breakage 5 37 Driving Your Mazda 053 7EE 3 If it s OK the charging system has E Engine Oil Pressure 3 Check the light a problem Consult an Authorized Warning Light 7 Mazda Dealer as soon as possible If the light remains on even after 053 6AE This warning light indicates low you add oil have your vehicle engine oil pressure towed to the nearest service station or to an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION Don t drive with a loose or broken If the light comes on while driving alternator belt The engine could 1 Drive to the side of the road and AN C AUTION overheat because this belt also park off the rig
178. rong sized wheel may adversely affect A WARNING Using a Wrong Sized Wheel Using a wrong sized wheel is dangerous Braking and handling could be affected leading to loss of control and an accident Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle Tire fit Wheel and bearing life Do not touch the glass surface Ground clearance Snow chain clearance E Replacing a Headlight Bulb Speedometer calibration Your Mazda s headlights have replaceable halogen bulbs Headlight aim Bumper height 8 45 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance Z WARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs When a halogen bulb breaks it is dangerous These bulbs contain pressurized gas If one is broken it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass If the glass portion is touched with bare hands body oil could cause the bulb to overheat and explode when lit Never touch the glass portion of the bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around halogen bulbs 8 46 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Children and Halogen Bulbs Playing with a halogen bulb is dangerous Serious injuries could be caused by dropping a halogen bulb or breaking it some other way Always keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children Y083 42SE Make sure the headlight switch is off Lift the hood and find the bulb in the rear o
179. roster is not designed for the defroster comes on for melting snow If there is an Push the switch again to turn it off about 15 minutes Then the accumulation of snow on the rear defroster cycles 3 minutes window brush it off before using off 2 minutes on for as long the defroster as the switch remains on The indicator light stays on constantly CAUTION Don t use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface They may damage the defroster grid inside the window The rear defroster shuts off when the ignition switch is turned off 5 50 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Clock 058 1DE J94A4051A The clock is built into the audio system page 5 87 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 139 1BE Accessory Socket To use the accessory socket the ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 12V 10A A CAUTION To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure pay attention to the following e Don t use accessories that require more than 12V 10A Don t use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket 5 51 Driving Your Mazda To prevent discharging the batte
180. rtion 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 2 18 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 020 22A3E Shoulder belt adjuster J94A2036 J94A2037 J18Y2806 This adjusts the shoulder belt angle for a more comfortable fit Simply push the button move it to the desired position and then release it Make sure the adjuster is locked Essential Safety Equipment 020 22 J94A2034 J18Y2050 A WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high can be dangerous In a collision this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area causing serious injury Wear the a lap portion of the belt snugly and J94A2035 J18Y2035 as low as possible To unfasten Depress the button on the buckle 2 19 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Essential Safety Equipment NOTE If a belt does not fully retract inspect it for kinks and twists 2 20 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 020 9CE J94A2038 J18Y2054 E Rear Seat Belts To fasten 1 Grasp the tongue and pull it to the desired length 2 Insert this tongue into the buckle until you hear a click 3 Make sure the shoulder belt is snugly fitted against your body The retractor will take up excess belt and maintain t
181. ry don t use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling 5 52 Form No 8P95 EA 00G J94S5020 E Front Accessory Socket The front accessory socket is in the center panel The front accessory socket can be used for a lighter If a lighter is needed one can be purchased from your Authorized Mazda Dealer After you have used the socket for other plug in accessories the socket may become unsuitable for the lighter Before using the lighter have the socket checked by your Authorized Mazda Dealer Driving Your Mazda CAUTION e If you use a lighter overheating may occur when the lighter doesn t pop out within 30 seconds Don t use a lighter in the rear accessory socket Form No 8P95 EA 00G J94S5006 E Rear Accessory Socket The rear accessory socket is in the center console box Cap slot closed When placing an electrical device e g cellular phone in the tray which is connected with the rear accessory socket pass the plug cord through the slot in the cap 5 53 Driving Your Mazda Release catch NI J94S5017 i J94S5018 J94S5019 1 Using a coin turn the cap 2 Open the tray by pulling the release 4 Make sure the plug cord is running counterclockwise about 45 from catch through the cap slot reinstall the the closed position and remove it cap and turn it clockwis
182. s and therefore must be installed on the seats that take tethers to be effective In your Mazda tethered child restraint systems can only be accommodated in the three positions on the rear seat A WARNING Tethered Child Restraint Systems Work Only on Rear Seat Installation of a tether equipped child restraint system in the front passenger s seat defeats the safety design of the system and will result in an increased chance of serious injury if the seat goes forward without benefit of being tethered Place tether equipped child restraint systems where there are tether anchors 2 29 Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Seating Position with Side Air Bag Allowing a child to lean over or against the front door is dangerous If the vehicle is equipped with side air bags the impact of an inflating side air bag could cause serious injury or death to the child Children are more likely to sleep in the vehicle when they do they are more at risk in the front passenger s seat that has an optional side air bag because they may slump over into the path of the seatback mounted air bag If a child can t be seated Continued 2 30 Form No 8P95 EA 00G in the rear seat do not allow the child to lean over or against the front door even if the child is seated in a child restraint system J76TCS04 Vv Rear seat child restraint system installation Lap shoulder belt Foll
183. s 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 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 e USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL Don t drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction Don t coast with the ignition switch turned off Continued 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 Protecting Your Mazda 033 1A1E Engine Exhaust Carbon Monoxide A WARNING Carbon Monoxide Engine exhaust 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 4 6 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WA
184. s or on 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 Maintenance A WARNING Battery Related Explosion Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Children and Batteries Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin Always keep batteries out of the reach of children 083 32AE J94A7026 J18T7029 To get the best service from a battery e Keep it securely mounted e Keep the top clean and dry 8 39 Maintenance 083 33A4E e Keep terminals and connections E Tires A WA R N I N G clean tight and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease For reasons of proper performance Using Different Tire Types safety and better fuel economy Driving your vehicle with e Rinse off spilled electrolyte always maintain recommended tire different types of tires is immediately with a solution of inflation pressures and stay within the dangerous It could cause po
185. st be on the label Engine oil viscosity or thickness has an effect on fuel economy and cold weather operation starting and oil flow Low viscosity engine oils can provide improved fuel economy and cold weather performance But high temperature weather conditions require higher viscosity engine oils for satisfactory lubrication When choosing an oil consider the temperature range your vehicle will operate in before the next oil change Then select the recommended viscosity from this chart C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 CF 20 0 2 40 6 80 100 120 5W 30 Oil 10W 30 Maintenance CAUTION Using oils of viscosity besides those recommended for specific temperature ranges could result in engine damage Energy conserving oils are recommended A chief contribution they make to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 6A2E Vv Inspecting engine oil level 1 Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface 2 Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature Sf P 2 5 liter engine fA Turn it off and wait 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan Pull out the dipstick wipe it clean and reinsert it fully 8 17 Maintenance 5 Pull it out again and examine the level It s OK between L and F But if it s near at or below L add enough oil to bri
186. sure Ignition key reminder Immobilizer system Lights on reminder Low Tuel 6a sv asco d desiteiaicn narewica te Seatbelt oars ceisice see Wass dia antes ds atoats Supplemental restraint system Traction control system TCS Warning lights inspection Warranties for Your Mazda Washing s coascaciiaivdavaed gamed Water Temperature Gauge Wako cick adensttnrae deuce Page Page Wheel Replacement 8 44 Windshield Washer 5 48 Windshield Washer Fluid Level 8 33 Windshield Wipers 5 47 Winter Driving 4 12 Wiper Blade Maintaining 8 35 Wiper Blade Windshield 8 36
187. t routing instructions To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor Position the belt correctly push the child restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat and be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in automatic locking mode If the belt does not lock the seat down tight Essential Safety Equipment repeat this step 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 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 000 00 Supplemental Restraint Systems E The front and side supplemental restraint systems include 4 air bags They are located in The steering wheel The passenger side dashboard The outboard sides of the front seatbacks These systems operate independently depending on the type of accident encountered both side air bags are not likely to deploy in the same accident because a vehicle is not often hit from both sides The front and side air bag systems will not normally deploy during the same type of accident unless a
188. ter as necessary to provide protection from freezing and corrosion In extremely cold climates add the amount recommended by the coolant manufacturer Reinstall the cooling system cap Run the engine at idle for about 10 minutes 8 Then do this e Run the engine at 2 500 rpm for about 5 minutes e Increase the engine speed to 3 000 rpm for about 5 seconds and then release the accelerator e Do this 4 or 5 times e Make sure the engine temperature gauge does not reach the HOT zone After turning off the engine inspect the drain plug and the water hoses for leaks Maintenance 9 After the engine has cooled remove the cooling system cap and inspect the coolant level If it s low repeat steps 5 to 8 Because this procedure requires technical expertise we recommend that it be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Mixing green coolant with orange coolant could decrease the service life expentancy of the coolant Use only genuine Mazda orange colored or equivalent coolant Form No 8P95 EA 00G 083 13A2E E Inspecting Brake Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly If it s low add fluid until it reaches MAX It should be kept at MAX Before adding fluid thoroughly clean the area around the cap 8 25 Maintenance The level normally drops with accumulated mil
189. th a knife or similar tool To prevent corrosion on bright metal surfaces apply wax or chrome preservative and rub it to a high luster During cold weather or in coastal areas cover bright metal parts with a coating of wax or preservative heavier than usual It would also help to coat them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound 7 9 Appearance Care 078 SAIE E Underbody Maintenance It will do more harm than good to wet down the road grime without Road chemicals and salt used for ice removing it and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the The lower edges of doors rocker underbody If not removed they will panels and frame members have drain speed up rusting and deterioration of holes that should not be clogged such underbody parts as fuel lines Water trapped there will cause rusting frame floor pan and exhaust system even though these parts may be coated with anticorrosive material Thoroughly flush the underbody and wheel housings with lukewarm or cold water at the end of each winter Try also to do this every month Pay special attention to these areas because they easily hide mud and dirt 7 10 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes Driving with wet brakes is dangerous Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident Light braking will indicate wh
190. the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to normal Form No 8P95 EA 00G 038 1AE E Overloading WARNING Vehicle Load Weight The gross axle weight rating GAWR and the gross vehicle weight rating GVWR of your vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver s door frame Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage You can estimate the weight of your load by weighing the items or people before putting them in the vehicle Be careful not to overload your vehicle 4 15 Protecting Your Mazda 040 1A1E Vehicle Information Labels Vehicle Identification Number Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label J94A3002 Vehicle Emission Control Information Label J94A3003 is The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard This plate can easily be seen through the windshield 4 16 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Protecting Your Mazda Chassis Number J94A3004 Engine number J94A3007 3008 J18T3004 3005 2 0 liter engine ieee q A E EN REL eed S 2 5 liter engine Form No 8P95 EA 00G 4 17 Protecting Your Mazda Tire Pressure Label J94A3005 4 18 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 5 Driving Your M
191. then remove the wheel Mount the spare tire Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward tighten them by hand J18Y5036 14 Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown 6 25 In Case of Emergency If you re unsure of how tight the nuts should be have them inspected at a service station The specified torque is 90 to 120 N m 9 0 to 12 0 kgf m 65 to 87 ft lbf Z WARNING Loose Lug Nuts Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous The wheel could wobble or come off This could result in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious accident Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts 6 26 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Metric Studs and Lug Nuts Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads using a nonmetric nut would be dangerous On a metric stud it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident Be sure to reinstall the same nuts you removed or replace them with metric nuts of the same configuration Z WARNING Incorrect Tire Air Pressure Driving on tires with incorrect air pressure is dangerous Tires with incorrect pressure could affect handling and result in an accident Don t drive with any tires that have incorrect air pressure When you check the regul
192. tires by tread wear traction and temperature performance E Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and a half times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 9 12 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 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 E 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 Z 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 E 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 Customer Information
193. tment 2 4 Recline gadis ato smtnan cena 2 3 Side ses Kiran cad PENEN 2 2 Tilt osl terns E NEOA 2 5 F elGa tea orron raan annaa 5 34 Fuel Requirements 4 2 Fuel Fillet Cap s s tiss ssstw sresine cee 3 30 Fuel Filler Lid 0 3 30 BUSES ho sietecis tie tone won aoe 6 8 Fuse panel description 6 12 Replacement sose i snrresusimidians 6 8 Page G Gauges Piele cccectsars wraceniuniereansvane sasoaeseve s 5 34 Odometer and trip meter 5 31 Speedometer sereis aon je ka ead 5 31 Tachometer oi taverns edutas 5 34 Water temperature 5 33 GIOVE BOX sisi eicsesisiaatous Sie bikes 5 55 H Halogen Bulb ssoo pe ncirerineness 8 45 Hazard Warning Flasher 6 2 Hazardous Driving 4 10 Headlight Bulb Replacement 8 45 Headlights cs 0e cocina odad odes 5 44 High beam indicator light 5 42 Hood Release 0 3 20 HOM eins oh EE EE aE 3 33 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Page How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damages recresen anen ra EmA 7 2 Damage caused by bird dropping insects OP reS SAD errore seserepan eran 7 3 Etching caused by acid rain or industrial faout a a EE EEN sae 7 2 Paint chipping 7 4 Water marks ences dt aongee ads 7 4 I Ignition Key Reminder 5 42 Ignition Switch Positions 5 2 Immobilizer System 3 22 5 41 Maintenance 3 24 Operatio
194. uld 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 A WARNING 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 manufacturer s instructions When not in use remove it from the vehicle put it in the trunk or fasten it with a seat belt Essential Safety Equipment A WARNING Rear Facing Child Restraint System Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous The child restraint system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resulting in serious injury or death to the child Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Form No 8P95 EA 00G x020 16K1E E Installing Child Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seat The front passenger s seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12 and with rear facing child restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags Some child restraint systems now come with tether
195. ully The transaxle will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed YV 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 1 depending on the load weight and grade steepness 3 Release all brakes while gradually accelerating Vv Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade shift to 2 or 1 depending on load weight and grade steepness Descend slowly using the brakes only occasionally to prevent them from overheating Driving Your Mazda 045 16B1E Overdrive off button J94A4007 E Overdrive V Overdrive operation In D the transaxle automatically shifts to overdrive which improves fuel economy and reduces noise Form No 8P95 EA 00G But to increase engine braking don t use overdrive when going down a steep grade And for a smoother ride with less shifting don t use it when e Going up a steep grade e Driving in stop and go traffic e Pulling heavy loads To turn off the overdrive push the button The transaxle will then shift through a three gear sequence in D Shift patterns without overdrive D Ist 2nd 3rd 2 2nd Ist 2nd 1 Ist 2 5 liter engine only With Traction Control System TCS 5 13 Driving Your Mazda J94A4006 A C AUTION If the overdrive off indicator light flashes the transaxle has an electrical problem Continuing to dri
196. uminebell Inspect for 96 000 km 60 000 miles E 8 Replace every 168 000 km 105 000 miles 8 4 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary Oil permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air blow method Schedule 1 Cont d R Replace MAINTENANCE Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first INTERVALS Months 36 42 48 x 1000 km 72 84 96 x 1000 miles 45 52 5 60 Hoses and tubes for emission r Air filter R 2 5 liter engine Replace every 96 000 km 60 000 miles Fuel lines and hoses Cooling system Replace at first 168 000 km 105 000 miles or 60 months Engine coolant after that every 48 000 km 30 000 miles or 24 months Brake lines hoses and connections 1 According to state and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometrage mileage period to ensure long term reliability 8 5 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Maintenance I Inspect and repair clean adjust or replace if necessary Schedule 1 Cont d L Lubricate MAINTENANCE Number of months or miles kilometers whichever comes first INTERVALS Months 42 48 MAINTENANCE ae s a ITEM x 1000 miles 52 5 60 Drum brakes Disc brakes
197. upants could be injured Never tow a vehicle to start it 6 7 In Case of Emergency 074 1BE 074 2TE Fuses D other switches e J 2 Open the fuse panel EAT panel cover 3 Pull the fuse straight out If the same fuse blows again avoid E Fuse Replacement using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as If the electrical system doesn t work possible first inspect fuses on the driver s side J94A5002 1 Turn off the ignition switch and Your vehicle s electrical system is protected by fuses If any lights accessories or controls don t work inspect the appropriate circuit protector If a fuse has blown the inside element will be melted 6 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency J94A5003 J18T5005 i Normal Blown 4 Inspect it and replace if it s blown Form No 8P95 EA 00G The check engine light comes on when a ROOM fuse blows or when a ROOM fuse is removed When installing a ROOM fuse turn the ignition switch off and wait 60 seconds before installing the fuse If the check engine light comes on and doesn t go off there is a problem other than the fuse system Consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 Push in a new fuse of the same rating and make sure it fits tightly If it doesn t have an Authorized Mazda Dealer install it If you have no spare fuses borrow one of the same rating fr
198. us To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop keep the storage boxes closed when driving CAUTION E Eyeglass Holder Without sunroof In hot weather don t leave To open unlatch the release catch combustible materials or objects With sunroof which will deform in extreme heat To open push the release catch such as lighters and glasses in the vehicle 5 57 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda J94A4050A WV Release catch j J94S5022 J94S5011 amp s N E Storage Pocket E Center Pocket E Center Console Box To open push the release catch down To open push the release catch down To open the center console box pull and pull the lid downward and pull the lid downward the lower release catch 5 58 Some models Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Q066 1AIE Sunvisors J94S5013 J 19485023 PEA Small items can be pleced in the tray E Rear Armrest Box When you need a sunvisor lower it for of the center console lid use in front or swing it to the side To open pull the release catch To open pull the upper release catch Some models 5 59 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda Q067 1GE Vanity Mirrors Q067 1GE Type A J9485024 Vanity mirror Type B Vanity mirror J94S5025 Type A To use t
199. us Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts Ask your doctor for specific recommendations The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS Persons with serious medical conditions also should wear seat belts Check with your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions 2 25 Essential Safety Equipment 020 12AE Child Restraint E Child Restraint Precautions 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 2 26 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A WARNING Z WARNING Holding a Child While the Vehicle is Moving Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous No matter how strong the person may be he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Always secure a child in a proper child restraint system One Belt One Passenger Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way can t spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed Never use one belt for more than one person at a time Essential Safety Equipment 020 13A3E WARNING CAUTION Y Smattcnitaren Proper S
200. ve your Mazda in this coondition could cause damage to your transaxle Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Overdrive off indicator This indicator comes on when the overdrive has been turned off 5 14 Form No 8P95 EA 00G To turn it on push the button again Shift patterns with overdrive i Ist 2nd 3rd 4th 2nd 1st 2nd Ist 2 5 liter engine only With Traction Control System TCS Driving Your Mazda 045 11JE E Shift Lock System For your safety the automatic e When the ignition switch is in transaxle has a shift lock which the LOCK position the prevents shifting out of P unless the transaxle cannot be shifted brake pedal is depressed from P To shift from P To be sure the vehicle is in park the ignition key cannot 1 Depress and hold the brake pedal be removed unless the shift is in P 2 Start the engine 3 Push and hold the lock release button 4 Move the shift lever 5 15 Form No 8P95 EA 00G Driving Your Mazda 114 1A1E Traction Control System TCS The Traction Control System TCS enhances traction and safety by regulating engine torque When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction This means that on a slick surface the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels without causing them to spin and lose traction 5 16 Some models
201. vicing the Supplemental Restraint System Self servicing or tampering with the supplemental restraint system is dangerous The air bags could accidentally activate or become disabled This could cause serious injuries Never tamper with the supplemental restraint system and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs 053 49BE E Immobilizer System Warning Security Indicator Light Y Immobilizer system warning light When the key is in the ignition this light serves as the immobilizer system warning light If the immobilizer system is working properly the light will come on when the ignition is turned to the start position The light will go out when the engine starts Some models 5 41 Driving Your Mazda If the light flashes rapidly fails to come on or comes on and stays on it indicates a system malfunction If any of these occur contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Vv Security indicator light When there is no key in the ignition and the theft deterrent system has been armed the light will flash once every three seconds This indicates that the system is working properly 5 42 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 053 18F1E E Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position a beep will sound when any door is opened 053 19FE E Lights On Reminder If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignit
202. when the seat is where you want it J94A2030 E Seat Height Adjustment Raise the seat bottom by pulling up on the center of the switch Release the switch when the seat is where you want it Form No 8P95 EA 00G 016 2AE J94A2025 E Seat Recline To change each individual seatback angle lean forward slightly while raising the lever Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever 2 7 Essential Safety Equipment Make sure the lever returned to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward 016 15BE A WARNING Reclining Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don t get the full protection from seat belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries For maximum protection sit well back and upright 2 8 Form No 8P95 EA 00G CAUTION When returning a rear reclined seatback to its upright position make sure you support the seatback while operating the seatback lever If the seatback is not supported it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury 016 3G1E E Head Restraint Z WARNING Head Restraints Adjustment Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous With no support behind your head your neck could be seriously injured in a col
203. witch 2 Accelerate to the desired speed which must be more than 40 km h 25 mph 5 26 Form No 8P95 EA 00G 3 Press the SET COAST button and release it at the speed you want Release the accelerator at the same time 049 5AE e The SET function can t be activated until approximately 2 seconds after the CRUISE MAIN switch has been engaged On a steep grade the vehicle may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down 049 6A3E E To Cancel To turn off the system use one of these methods e Press the OFF end of the Cruise main switch e Slightly depress the brake pedal e Manual transaxle Depress the clutch pedal The system is off when the ignition is off Driving Your Mazda Cruise control will cancel at approximately 15 km h 9 mph below the preset speed or below 40 km h 25 mph Form No 8P95 EA 00G 049 7A1E E To Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures e Press and hold RESUME ACCEL switch Release the switch when the desire speed is reached e Accelereate to the desired speed then press SET COAST switch and release Your vehicle has a tap up feature that allows you to increase your current speed in increments of 1 6 km h 1 mph by a momentary tap of the RESUME ACCEL switch Multiple taps will increase your vehicle speed 1 6 km h 1 mph for each tap For example if you are currently set at 96 km h
204. ystem Socket outside mirror ENGINE ILLUMI Engine control system Tail light License plate lights parking lights Dashboard illumination Brake lights Horn Cruise control Accessory socket clock radio outside mirror Power seat Form No 8P95 EA 00G Mirror defroter Power point Some models 6 15 In Case of Emergency Q075 1A1E Towing We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow truck service Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle State and local laws must be followed 6 16 Form No 8P95 EA 00G A towed vehicle usually should have its front wheels off the ground If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this use wheel dollies When towing with the rear wheels on the ground release the parking brake 075 2AE J94S6001 A CAUTION Don t tow the vehicle backward with driving wheels on the ground This may cause internal damage to the transaxle In Case of Emergency 075 7AE Q075 9AE Tiedown hooks Front Tiedown hooks Rear J94S6003 Don t tow with sling type equipment This could damage your vehicle Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment 6 17 Form No 8P95 EA 00G In Case of Emergency A CAUTION Don t use the hook loops under the front a

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