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Mazda 2008 Speed 3 Specifications

1. N il Puerto Rico Replace every 5 000 km 3 000 miles or 3 months ngine oi Others R R R R R R R R R RIRIR Engine oil filter R R R R RIJ RI RIRIRIRIRIR COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system I I FL22 type Replace at first 192 000 km 120 000 miles or 10 years after typ that every 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 5 years Engine coolant Replace at first 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 4 years after that Others every 2 years Engine coolant level I I I I I I I I I I I I FUEL SYSTEM 7 Puerto Rico R R Air filter Others R Fuel lines and hoses I I Hoses and tubes for emission I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs without turbocharger Replace every 120 000 km 75 000 miles USA Replace every 96 000 km 60 000 miles Spark plugs with turbocharger a Others Replace every 120 000 km 75 000 miles ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of all lights I 1 I 8 6 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first Months 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 Maintenance Interval x1000 km 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 x1000 miles 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections I I Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Disc brak
2. Left turn ahead In 300 m right turn For certain intersection shapes the upcoming turn or the name of the intersection may not be announced For certain intersection shapes you may be prompted to turn right or left When you should actually stay on the same road Voice guidance for the planned route may continue even after you have deviated from that route such as having turned too early In 30 right 2 0m turn LA Some points where the road divides on highways or toll roads may not be displayed or announced The Intersection Zoom Map may not always agree with the actual shape of the intersection The announced distance to an upcoming turn may differ slightly from reality Asessaoou J 53 Asessooou j 54 The navigation system is just a support system for the driver The driver should always pay A attention to the traffic situation to safely make decisions You may be unable to arrive at your Warin destination due to out of date information on a map disc You should be especially careful 9 when selecting an urgent destination such as a hospital or a police station Route Search Although you may encounter the following problems in a route search there is nothing wrong with the system The guide map may It may also show roads show roads that are not A that are out of use due passable due to closure to the ope
3. 5 50 Type B With AUTO position Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off Switch Position OFF Oo AUTO Headlights Off Off On Taillights Parking lights License lights Auto Side marker Off On On illumination NOTE To prevent discharging the battery don t leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them AUTO Auto light control When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position the light sensor senses the surrounding lightness or darkness and automatically turns on or off the headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination see chart above A CAUTION gt Do not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly Light sensor gt The light sensor also works as a rain sensor for the auto wiper control Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the ignition switch is in the ON position as fingers pinched or the wipers and wiper blades damaged when they activate automatically If you are going to clean the windshield be sure the wipers are turned off completely this is particularly important when clearing ice and snow when it is particularly tempting to leave the engine running Driving Your Mazda Switches and Cont
4. 65 6 61 Cargo sub compartment 6 61 Center console cesses 6 61 Flexible Floor Board 6 62 Glove bOX ranore iene 6 60 Sumshadens fceeAcucsetdect lin iriri 3 24 SUMVISOIS ieoi osadesse neea 6 50 T Tachometernerinocn ee oaa 5 34 Temporary Spare Tire 00 cee 8 37 Theft Deterrent System 06 3 27 Tiedown OOK seirene thciinteentdenee th 7 22 Tire Information ceceeseeeereees 9 22 Tire Pressure Monitoring System 5 26 System error activation 5 30 Tire pressure monitoring system warning light cece 5 28 Tires and wheels esceeeeee 5 30 Tires Inflation pressure eeee 8 35 Replacement ccceceseeeerees 8 36 Rotation Siesia esiisa hesione 8 36 STOW THES iniisip aiaia 4 9 Spare tire and tool storage 7 3 Specifications eeeeeeeereees 10 8 Flat Tire sinaestesis 7 3 Tire Chains 0 cceceeseeseeseeseeeees 4 10 Uniform tire quality grading system UTOGS oirro t helene 9 20 Tool iata E 7 3 T Towing Description cececceeseeteeeeeetees Emergency towing 0 0 0 eee Recreational towing 06 Trailer towing 0 0 eceeeeeeeeetees Traction Control System TCS TCS DSC indicator light Trailer TOWING ersen Trip Meter etnies antec Tronk Lid aooe Inside trunk release lever Trunk Light 0 cece eceeeeseeeeeeeeeees Turn and Lane Chan
5. 006 5 58 Rear Window Washer 0c006 5 58 Rear Window Wipe 5 58 Rearview MuUrror ccceceeceeteeteeeeees 3 30 Index R Recreational Towing cceeee 7 23 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign COUNTY aaeeea oa n 9 15 Rocking the Vehicle 0 0 0 4 9 S Safety Defects Reporting 9 42 Seat Belt System Automatic locking ee 2 13 Belt minder sinnene 2 23 Center rear lap shoulder 2 19 Emergency locking 06 2 12 Except center rear position 2 14 Extender seer arcs States dest 2 21 Pregnant women ceeeeeeeeees 2 12 Pretensioner and load limiting 2 16 Seat belt precautions 2 10 Warning light beep ce 2 23 Seats Front Seati s c cutie a u KE 2 2 REAL SCAG eaor 2 5 Seat Warmer occ eeeeeeeseeseeeseeees 2 5 Security System Immobilizer system 006 3 25 Theft deterrent system 3 27 Service Publications 1 0 0 0 cesses 9 44 Spare Tire and Tool Storage 7 3 Specifications ccceeeseeeeseeseeees 10 4 Speedometer ceeceeseeseeseeteeteeees 5 33 SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work 2 47 Supplemental restraint systems precautions 00 eeeeteeeeeteeeeeeees 2 40 Starting the Engine seee 5 4 Steering Wheel ce cececeseeeeees 3 29 HOr nispan 5 59 Index S Storage Compartments cceeee 6 60 Cargo securing loops
6. 85 86 Some models 8 57 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application Environmental hazards however can harm the paint s protective properties if proper care is not taken Here are some examples of possible damage with tips on how to prevent them V Etching Caused by Acid Rain or Industrial Fallout 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 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 suspect that acid rain has settled on your vehicle s finish 8 58 Y Damage Caused by Bird Dropping Insects or Tree Sap Occurrence Bird droppings 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
7. The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position to prevent the battery from discharging Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W DC 12 V 7 A CAUTION To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure pay attention to the following gt Don t use accessories that require more than 120 W DC 12 V 7 A gt Don t use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent gt Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use to prevent foreign objects and liquids from getting into the accessory socket gt Correctly insert the plug into the accessory socket NOTE To prevent discharging the battery don t use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling When placing an electrical device e g cellular phone in the tray which is connected to the accessory socket pass the connection plug cord through the slot in the cap Cap slot closed Open the lid by pulling the upper release catch 2 Remove the tray mat 3 Using a coin turn the cap counterclockwise about 45 from the closed position and remove it NOTE Do NOT discard the cap 4 Open the tray by pulling the lower release catch Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 5 Pass the connection plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket 6 Make sure the connection plug cord is runni
8. ERR NOTE When using the air conditioner mist may come out from the vents This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled 6 3 Interior Comfort Climate Control System V Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents tf 6 4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately Check your vehicle s climate control type and read the appropriate pages Manual Type Fully Automatic Type cccccceccessesesseeseeesecsseeseeseeesecseeesesseseaecseesseceeeseerenaeeaeeaes page 6 10 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type Mode selector dial Fan control dial Temperature control dial Air intake selector A C switch Some models V Control Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial 42 3 2 A This dial allows variable fan speeds 0 Fan off 1 Low speed 2 Medium low speed 3 Medium high speed 4 High speed This dial controls temperature Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold 6 6 Some models Mode selector dial Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode page 6 4 NOTE Ifyou want to slightly adjust the airflow amount set the mode selector d
9. Aiessaoou j 57 Asessooou J 58 Maintenance Care of the Product Cleaning this product Use a dry soft cloth to wipe it Cautions for cleaning Never use solvents such as benzene and thinners they could mar the surface of the unit Map disc If you require the latest map disc consult an Expert Dealer we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer Handling and Care of Map Discs How to hold the disc Label side Do not touch the underside of the disc Do not scratch the disc Do not bend the disc When not in use keep the disc in the case O Disc Cleaning Use a dry soft cloth to wipe from the center outward lt Right gt lt Wrong gt Do not leave discs in the following places Direct sunlight Near car heaters In dirty dusty and damp areas On seats and dashboards
10. Reverse button NOTE When the load button LOAD is pressed the CD will load and play even if the CD eject button amp had been previously pressed Fast forward Reverse Press and hold the fast forward button gt gt to advance through a track at high speed Press and hold the reverse button lt lt to reverse through a track at high speed Track search Press the track up button A once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track Press the track down button V once to skip back to the beginning of the current track Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track Press the scan button SCAN during playback to start the scan play operation the track number will flash Press the scan button SCAN again to cancel scan playback NOTE If the unit is left in scan normal playback will resume where scan was selected Repeat playback This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly Press the repeat button RPT during playback The current selection will be repeated RPT will be displayed Press the repeat button RPT once again to cancel repeat playback Random playback This feature allows the CD player to randomly select the order of the songs Press the random button RDM during playback The next selection will be randomly selected RDM will be displayed Press the random butto
11. e Avoid long warm ups Once the engine runs smoothly begin driving Avoid fast starts Keep the engine tuned Follow the maintenance schedule page 8 3 and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing e Use the air conditioner only when necessary 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 A WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill Stopping the engine when going down a hill is dangerous This causes the loss of power steering and power brake control and may cause damage to the drivetrain Any loss of steering or braking control could cause an accident Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving A WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely driving on ice and snow and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and ro
12. 6 Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire When blocking a wheel place a tire block both in front and behind the tire NOTE When blocking a tire use rocks or wood blocks of sufficient size if possible to hold the tire in place V Removing a Flat Tire 1 If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel cover pry off the wheel cover with the beveled end of the lug wrench NOTE Force the end of the lug wrench firmly between wheel and cover or removal will be difficult A CAUTION There is a valve stem mark inside the wheel cover When installing the wheel cover align this mark with the tire s valve stem Damage could occur during installation if the wheel cover is not properly aligned In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 2 Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each but don t remove any lug nuts until the tire has been raised off the ground 3 Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire being changed 7 9 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire A WARNING Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual Attempting to jack the vehicle in positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill someone Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual Use only the jack provided with your Mazda Using a jack th
13. Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning A WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communication equipment in vehicles in your country Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones computers portable radios vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties up the driver s hands Use of these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident If a passenger is unable to use the device pull off the right of way to a safe area before use If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning use a hands free system to at least leave the hands free to drive the vehicle Never use a cell phone or other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving and instead concentrate on the full time job of driving 9 17 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Type approval of the Antenna Coil Transceiver Country Approval Number Canada 304310447545 3 FCC ID NT8 1S607PAT3XCVR RLVVIVP03 324 9 18 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Keyless entry system Type approval of Radio Keyless Ent Approval Number Approval Number 9 19 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading Syste
14. V Front Air Bag System Components 2 6 i a 6 Ys ay lt lt He 10 m AA SF gt i GP a iF 1 Driver seat slide position sensor page 2 47 2 Front seats 3 Front dual stage inflators and air bags 4 Front air bag sensor 5 Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light page 2 47 6 Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems page 2 16 7 Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 47 8 Front passenger seat weight sensor control module 9 Crash sensors and diagnostic module SAS unit 10 Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches page 2 47 2 45 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags V Side and Curtain Air Bag System Components 4 Door 1 Side and curtain inflators and air bags 2 Front seats 3 Crash sensors and diagnostic module SAS unit 4 Side crash sensor 2 46 Some models Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work V How the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force an electrical current is sent to the inflators Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation the front air bags quickly deflate The front air bags will function only once After that the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components The front dual sta
15. 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 x1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter R R R Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Cont Number of months or kilometers whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 x1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120 000 km if noisy adjust Drive belts tension I I Engine oil R R R RI R RIRI RI_RIRIRIR Engine oil filter R R R R RIJ RI RIRIR IRIRIR COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system I I one FL22 type Replace at first OER OODLE an Steet after that every Others R R Engine coolant level I I I I I I I I I I I I FUEL SYSTEM Air filter C R C R G Fuel lines and hoses Hoses and tubes for emission Fuel filter R IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs Replace every 60 000 km ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of all lights I I I I I I I I I I I I CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections I I I Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I Brake fluid R R Disc brakes I I I I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 10 000 km Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I Power steeri
16. Authorized Mazda Dealer In Case of an Emergency Overheating 7 15 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start it may be flooded excessive fuel in the engine Follow this procedure 1 If the engine does not start within 5 seconds on the first try turn the key to the LOCK position wait 10 seconds and try again 2 Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there 3 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there for up to 10 seconds If the engine starts release the key and accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up 4 If the engine fails to start crank it without depressing the accelerator for up to 10 seconds If the engine still does not start using the above procedure have your vehicle inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer 7 16 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 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 A WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully To ensure safe and correct handling of the battery read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting it an Always wear eye protection when working near the battery Working without eye protection is dangerous
17. Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes Also hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode Wear eye protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in eyes skin or clothing If this happens immediately flush your eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention Always keep batteries out of the reach of children Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin Y Do not allow the positive terminal to contact any other metal object that could cause sparks 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 When working near a battery do not allow metal tools to contact the positive or negative terminal of the battery 7 17 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause th
18. CDs into the slot Interior Comfort Audio System e The CD revolves at high speed within the unit Defective cracked or badly bent CDs should never be used e Do not use non conventional discs such as heart shaped octagonal discs etc The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction e Ifthe memory portion of the CD is transparent or translucent do not use the disc Transparent 6 20 e Anew CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeters If a disc with rough edges is used proper setting will not be possible and the CD player In dash CD changer will not play the CD In addition the disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball point pen or pencil as shown below To remove the rough edges rub the side of the pen or pencil against the inner and outer perimeter of the CD e When driving over uneven surfaces the sound may jump a S e The CD player In dash CD changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown No other discs can be played e Use discs that have been legitimately produced If illegally copied discs such as pirated discs are used the system may not operate properly CD Player COMPACT COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO TEXT In dash CD Changer COMPACT COMPACT COMPACT E DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO DIGITAL AUDIO Recordable ReWritable COMPACT SE wise eerie ReWritable
19. Changing tires and wheels The following procedure allows the TPMS to recognize a tire pressure sensor s unique ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are changed such as changing to and from winter tires NOTE Each tire pressure sensor has a unique ID signal code The signal code must be registered with the TPMS before it can work The easiest way to do it is to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change your tire and complete ID signal code registration When having tires changed at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Tire pressure sensor ID signal code registration is completed when an Authorized Mazda Dealer changes your vehicle s tires When changing tires yourself If you or someone else changes tires you or someone else can also undertake the steps for the TPMS to complete the ID signal code registration 1 After tires have been changed turn the ignition switch to the ON position then turn it back to the ACC or LOCK position 2 Wait for about 15 minutes 3 After about 15 minutes drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km h 16 mph for 10 minutes and the tire pressure sensor ID signal code will be registered automatically NOTE If the vehicle is driven within about 15 minutes of changing tires the tire pressure monitoring system warning light will flash because the sensor ID signal code would not have been registered If this happens park the vehicle for about 15 minutes after which the sensor ID signal
20. Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE If the headlights flicker or the brightness weakens the bulb life may be depleted and a replacement is necessary Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer VY Lights On Reminder If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened V Headlight High Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam Pull back to original position for low beam High beam es eee 5 52 Some models V Flashing the Headlights To flash the headlights pull the lever fully toward you The headlight switch does not need to be on and the lever will return to the normal position when released V Headlight Leveling The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights The headlight leveling switch adjusts this angle Select the proper setting from the following chart Without turbocharger Front seat Rear Switch Load is Driver Passenger seat Position x 0 x x 0 x x x 1 x x x x 2 x x 3 x Yes No With turbocharger Front seat Rear Switch Load eae Driver Passenger seat Position x 0 x x 0 x x x 1 x x x x 1 x x 2 x Yes No Y Daytime Running Lights Canada In Canada vehicles m
21. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right This can lead to loss of control or an accident V Steering Wheel Adjustment To change the angle or length of the steering wheel 1 Stop the vehicle pull down the lock release lever under the steering Lock release lever XS Ly A DA 2 Tilt the steering wheel and or adjust the steering column length to the desired positions push the lever up to lock the column 3 Push the wheel up and down to be certain it s locked before driving Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Mirrors YV Outside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving Mirror type Flat type driver s side Flat surface mirror Convex type front passenger side The mirror has single curvature on its surface A WARNING Be sure to look over your shoulder before changing lanes 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 is closer than it appears Power mirror The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position To adjust 1 Move the selector switch to the left or right to choose the left or right side mirror 3 29 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2 Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction Outside mirror After adjusting the mirror lock the contr
22. P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating AWARNING Always set the shift lever to P and set the parking brake Only setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous If P fails to hold the vehicle could move and cause an accident A CAUTION gt Shifting into P N or R while the vehicle is moving can damage your transaxle gt Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is running faster than idle can damage the transaxle R Reverse In position R the vehicle moves only backward You must be at a complete stop before shifting to or from R except under rare circumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle page 4 9 N Neutral In N the wheels and transaxle are not locked The vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING If the engine is running faster than idle do not shift from N or P into a driving gear 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 Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle Shifting into N while driving is dangerous Engine braking cannot be applied when decelerating which could lead to an accident or serious injury C
23. Press the CD play button CD to start play when a CD is in the unit If a CD is not in the unit when the CD play button CD is pressed NO DISC will flash on and off Fast forward Reverse Press and hold the fast forward button gt gt to advance through a track at high speed Press and hold the reverse button lt lt to reverse through a track at high speed Track search Press the track up button A once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track Press the track down button V once to skip back to the beginning of the current track Disc search During music CD playback To change the disc press the DISC button DISCA or DISCV during playback During MP3 CD playback To change the disc press the DISC button DISCA or DISCV for 1 5 seconds or more during playback 6 40 Folder search during MP3 CD playback To change to the previous folder press the folder down button DISCV for less than 1 5 seconds or press the folder up button DISCA for less than 1 5 seconds to advance to the next folder Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track Press the scan button SCAN during playback to start the scan play operation the track number will flash Press the scan button SCAN again to cancel scan playback NOTE If the unit is left in scan normal playback will resume where scan was Selected Repeat pl
24. To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger seat The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference e When a small child sits on the front passenger seat it is possible that neither the warning light nor the warning beep operate VY Door Ajar Warning Light This warning light comes on when any door or liftgate isn t securely closed Y Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light arr a 1 This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains Add fluid page 8 27 Some models 5 43 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V Automatic Transaxle Warning Light AT This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The light illuminates when the transaxle has a problem A CAUTION If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates the transaxle has an electrical problem Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Thereafter the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires
25. VTO EEA t EEEO E A E I Terestes ae oeoes page 5 2 Steering column release lever aonic ie e arre e ENN ENA i page 3 29 Audio control switches c c ccccccccsesesssseseseseseescecscsesesesecsesesesecseseseseeececseseeeeeees page 6 44 Remote fuel filler lid release ccccccccccsssssseeseseseeseseeseseeseseeseeecseseeseeesseeeeseees page 3 20 O Hood release handle rorpuei iir on cvtyevscay N age 3 Hood release handl page 3 21 9 Outside mirror switches oa E E ee page 3 29 Int emor lights seis secs sk nice Mee AeA en he dA aaah et a 1 Se page 6 50 UNL VASO i EE OES AEE EE EOAR A EEA page 6 6 Sunvi 6 50 IRANEKO aaea n R cea dt astlestagl ai gietiiant page 3 30 AY MOT yas sesh otic EEREN ays dee eee oes Sua e cag T ATONEN teeters age 6 Vanity mi page 6 50 PODUSCAL EAS T siete seiseasetsaotessesassacia dbase vutdegeasaneaateeesss age 2 QF page 2 2 QI Seat Delt cis a latest Adar nev a ae Ea aaa page 2 10 COIR Gat Seat farr a A a A A e a a a a a page 2 5 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle 1 3 Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview ehicle by v The equipment and installation position varies 1 4 Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview CD Trink d a2 es epee teeta Bee aed Be eh eA Mees page 3 14 y Antena snena dar discs Hass nie cients wesin nen ERANA page 6 15 O Rear wind ow defroster sc icici Asteis terete
26. and traction could result in an accident CAUTION With Tire Pressure Monitoring System When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged NOTE With Tire Pressure Monitoring System When tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls are used the system may not function correctly even with a genuine wheel Refer to System Error Activation on page 5 30 e Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5 30 If a tire wears evenly a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread Replace the tire when this happens Tread wear indicator Me i v Worn tread PA ae eae New tread You should replace it before the band is across the entire tread NOTE Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used on the road It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 22 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance V Temporary Spare Tire Inspect the temporary spa
27. and flashes when there is a system malfunction 5 44 Some models A WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds or perform sudden maneuvering or braking Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a tire repair station Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous even if you know why it is illuminated Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire failure and a dangerous accident Warning light illuminates Warning beep sounds When the warning light illuminates and the warning beep sound is heard about 3 seconds tire pressure is too low in one or more tires Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pr
28. function to protect the AT After the ATF temperature has decreased the gear position indicator illumination turns back on and driving in manual shift mode is restored Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting Manually Shifting up M1 gt M2 M3 M4 gt M5 To shift up to a higher gear tap the shift lever back once 2 3 liter engine model NOTE e When driving slowly the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed e In manual shift mode gears do not shift up automatically Don t run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE If the tachometer needle enters the RED ZONE you may feel engine braking because the fuel delivery will be stopped to protect the engine However this does not indicate an abnormality e When depressing the accelerator fully the transaxle will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed 5 15 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manually Shifting down M5 M4 gt M3 gt M2 gt M1 To shift down to a lower gear tap the shift lever forward once 2 3 liter engine model A WARNING Do not use sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds Shifting down while driving on wet snowy or frozen roads or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking which is dangerous The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid This could lead to loss of vehicle con
29. passenger seat weight sensors page 2 47 Load limiter The load limiting system releases belt webbing in a controlled manner to reduce belt force on the occupant s chest While the most severe load on a seat belt occurs in frontal collisions the load limiter has an automatic mechanical function and can activate in any accident mode with sufficient occupant movement Even if the pretensioners have not fired the load limiting function must be checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer A WARNING Wear seat belts only as recommended in this owner s manual Incorrect positioning of the driver and front passenger seat belts is dangerous Without proper positioning the pretensioner and load limiting systems cannot provide adequate protection in an accident and this could result in serious injury For more details about wearing seat belts refer to Fastening the seat belts page 2 14 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Have your seat belts changed Properly dispose of the pretensioner immediately if the pretensioner or load system limiter has been expended Improper disposal of the pretensioner One or both front air bags may deploy and the corresponding pretensioner s may also deploy at the same time While it is safer to use a crash used seat belt that was used in an accident than no seat belt at all using a seat belt with an expended pretensioner or load limiter loaded reduces the safety available to yo
30. tire Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 22 V Replacing a Wheel A WARNING Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle Using a wrong sized wheel is dangerous Braking and handling could be affected leading to loss of control and an accident 8 38 A CAUTION gt Awrong sized wheel may adversely affect Tire fit Wheel and bearing life Ground clearance Snow chain clearance Speedometer calibration Headlight aim Bumper height Tire Pressure Monitoring System gt Limited Slip Differential System gt With Tire Pressure Monitoring System gt When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged gt The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors Do not use non genuine wheels otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors VVVVVV VV NOTE Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5 30 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 spot
31. tire air pressures If the TPMS warning light illuminates due to a drop in tire air pressure make sure to check and adjust the tire air pressures e After adjusting the tire air pressures it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km h 16 mph for 10 minutes and then verify that it goes out e Tires can loose a little air quite naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too soft over time or you have a flat However when you find one low tire in a set of four that is an indication of trouble you should have someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low tire for cuts and any metal sticking through tread or sidewall Put a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad valve Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle 5 29 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted there may be a tire puncture Replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire page 7 8 NOTE A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light wil
32. tire temperatures are also lower When the tire temperature decreases the air pressure decreases as well The TPMS warning light may illuminate more frequently Visually inspect the tires daily before driving and check tire pressures monthly with a tire pressure gauge When checking tire pressures use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tires regularly 5 26 Some models Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A CAUTION gt Each tire including the spare if provided should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires As an added safety feature your vehicle has been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring system TPMS that illuminates a low tire pressure telltale when one or more of your tires is significantly under inflated Accordingly when the low tire pressure telltale illuminates you should stop and check your tires as soon as possible and inflate them to the proper pressure Driving on a significantly under inflated tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to tire failure Under inflation also reduces fuel
33. 0 1 1 2 2 2 3 formats Any other data that may have been input cannot be displayed e This unit can only display English including numerals one byte characters Use only English including numerals one byte characters when inputting ID3 tags Two byte characters and some special symbols cannot be displayed Specialized glossary MP3 Abbreviation for MPEG Audio Layer 3 A technical standard for audio compression as decided by an ISO International Organization for Standardization MPEG working group Use of MP3 allows for audio data to be compressed to approximately a tenth of the source data size ISO 9660 An international standard for logical formatting of CD ROM files and folders It is divided into three separate levels based on differences in file naming procedures data configuration and other characteristics Multi session A session is the complete amount of data recorded from the beginning to the end of a single period of CD ROM CD R CD RW data recording Multi session refers to the existence of data from two or more sessions on a single disc Sampling Refers to the process of encoding analog audio data at regular intervals and converting it to digital data The sampling rate refers to the number of times a sample is taken in one second and is expressed in Hz units Increasing the sampling rate improves the sound quality but also increases the data size Bit rate Refers to the volume of data p
34. 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Maintenance Interval x1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 x1000 miles 7 5 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120 000 km 75 000 miles if noisy adjust Drive belts tension I Engine oil R R R R R R R R Engine oil filter R R R R R R R R COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system I I FL22 ape Replace at first 192 000 km 120 000 miles or 10 years after Engine Coolant that every 96 000 km 60 009 miles or 5 years Others Replace at first 96 000 km 60 000 miles or 4 years after that every 2 years FUEL SYSTEM Air filter R Fuel lines and hoses I I Hoses and tubes for emission I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs Replace every 120 000 km 75 000 miles CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections I I Disc brakes I I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 12 000 km 7 500 miles Steering operation and linkages I I Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel I I bearing axial play Driveshaft dust boots I I Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72 000 km 45 000 miles or 5 years All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T 8 4 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first AIR
35. 31 Interior Comfort Audio System 1221 Avenue Of The Americas New York NY 10020 Attention Customer Care Include your Sirius Radio ESN Electronic Serial Number when subscribing or requesting technical assistance See the Satellite Radio Kit manual accompanying the SIRIUS unit for complete satellite radio activation procedures and information on how to display the ESN 6 32 MEMO Interior Comfort Audio System V Operating the Cassette Tape Player Repeat button Cassette tape play button APC button Fast forward next program one being played button Rewind button Program button Dolby NR button Cassette tape insert Insert the cassette tape into the slot open edge to the right and cassette tape will begin play and TAPE PLAY 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 Playing Press the cassette tape play button MEDIA to start play when a cassette tape is in the unit If there isn t a cassette tape in the unit when the cassette tape play button MEDIA is pressed NO TAPE will flash on and off 6 34 Some models Cassette tape slot Cassette tape eject button Dolby noise reduction When using a tape with Dolby NR push the Dolby NR button D0 The DO symbol
36. 48 kHz e This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps Nonetheless to insure enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality it is recommended to use discs that have been recorded at a bit rate of 128 kbps or more If a disc has both music data CD DA and MP3 files playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded Packet written discs cannot be played on this unit This unit does not play CDs recorded using MP3i MP3 interactive MP3 PRO and RIFF MP3 formats Interior Comfort Audio System About folders and files The order of hierarchy for MP3 files and folders during playback or other functions is from shallow to deep The arrangement and playing order of a recorded disc containing MP3 files is as follows e File number A numerical file number is assigned to each file in a folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep e Folder number A numerical folder number is assigned to each folder in the order of hierarchy from shallow to deep Folder oe oz o4 nO L no fox 1 7 me 3 r Fao ih t 06 _ no 5 n hf mno 1 1 gt tf DP T Levell Level2 Level3 Level4 The folder order is automatically assigned and this order cannot be optionally set Any folder without an MP3 file will be ignored It will be skipped and the folder number will not be displayed 6
37. Don t use a power impact wrench 3 Place the lug wrench on top of the key and apply pressure Turn the wrench counterclockwise In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To install the nut 1 Place the key on top of the nut and be sure to hold the key square to it If you hold the key at an angle you may damage both key and nut Don t use a power impact wrench 2 Place the lug wrench on top of the key apply pressure and turn it clockwise V Mounting the Spare Tire 1 Remove dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel and hub including the hub bolts with a cloth A WARNING Make sure the mounting surfaces of the wheel hub and lug nuts are clean before changing or replacing tires When changing or replacing a tire not removing dirt and grime from the mounting surfaces of the wheel hub and hub bolts is dangerous The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off resulting in an accident 2 Mount the spare tire Some models 7 11 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3 Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward tighten them by hand a f Hay ae A WARNING Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off resulting in an a
38. Doors and Locks Replacing the transmitter battery Integrated key type 1 Unfold the key page 3 2 2 Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter 3 Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter a 3 6 4 Press the portion of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery NOTE If it is difficult to remove the battery by pressing with a finger use a small screwdriver to press out the battery 5 Put in the new battery CR1620 or equivalent with the positive pole facing down 6 Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut 7 Install the key to the transmitter Non key type 1 Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter A Q Back cover Slot 2 Press the portion of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3 Install a new battery CR2025 or equivalent into the front portion of the holder with the positive pole facing up Press on the B portion of the battery to set the battery LE Back cover 4 Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut VW 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 po
39. ETA E 6 50 tenor Lights a a dies E T 6 50 Information Display c cccecceseeceeseesseeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeseeseeees 6 53 Fighter cits Fncg aes aise nha hae ee 6 58 Ahtt ay sirar aE EEE EEE EREE RERE eens 6 58 Cup Holden wrscosiverceecosucerecvsevnenveeses pene AEAEE OREA 6 59 Bottle Holder iiine eden ieee idea an 6 60 Storage Compartments sio osise ienis aa oE E R 6 60 Accessory Sockets ssccisseiucsyoscceustiedsvisesiosseesencwackoaesandies 6 64 Some models 6 1 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips V Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switch in the ACC position when the engine is not running V Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions like leaves snow and ice from the hood and the air inlet in the cowl grille to improve the system efficiency V Foggy Windows The windows may fog up easily in humid weather Use the climate control system to defog the windows To help defog the windows operate the air conditioner to dehumidify the air NOTE The air conditioner may be used along with the heater to dehumidify the air VY Outside Recirculated Air Position Use the outside air position in normal conditions The recirculated air position should be used only when driving on dust
40. EXCEED 40 psi 275 kPa TO SEAT BEADS ONLY SPECIALLY TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD MOUNT TIRES TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER INFLATION OVERLOADING DAMAGE FOLLOW OWNER S MANUAL AND PLACARD IN VEHICLE FREQUENTLY CHECK INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT FOR DAMAGE 9 25 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A V Information on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below x i 1S oL a Temporary tires Nominal width of tire in millimeters Ratio of height to width aspect ratio Diagonal Rim diameter code Hn A U NY Load index amp speed symbol T115 70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from the example T Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA us 115 is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters This three digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 9 26 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A 70 70 is the aspect ratio This two digit number indicates the tire s ratio of height to width D D is the tire construction symbol D in
41. 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 5 If your child restraint system requires the use of a tether strap refer to the manufacturer s instructions to hook and tighten the tether strap after raising the head restraint except center position 2 30 Anchor bracket location 4 Door Anchor bracket Anchor bracket location 5 Door outboard position Tether strap position 5 Door outboard position Tether strap Anchor bracket location 5 Door center position Tether strap position 5 Door center position Tether strap Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint AWARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child restraint system Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child restraint system is dangerous This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury Always route the tether strap between the head restraint and the seatback Except center position Routing the tether strap on top of the head restraint is dangerous In a collision the tether strap could slide off the head restraint and loosen the child restraint system
42. Points Avoid Area Storage Avoid Area Confirmation and Modification sn 10 g Avoid Area Deletion All Avoid Area Deletion Category Name Modification Previous Destination Deletion All Preset Destination Deletion Volume Adjustment Volume AdjUStMent cece eeeeeeecceeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeenneaees 50 If necessary If necessary Precautions System Performance ccccessseeceeeeseesssseeeeeeeseseaes 51 Voice Guidance GPS Map Matching Positioning Accuracy Route Guide Route Search Troubleshooting aie ceissccesatescceaniacetesnsssacededd stcesedisacedetientesnidensedetiches 55 Verification First Error Messages Maint6nane iiss sated cannes cteielsiasik elie 58 Care of the Product Handling and Care of Map Discs asp a10jog Safety Information Read this owner s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner Mazda assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this manual This manual uses pictographs to show you how to use the product safely and to alert you to potential dangers resulting from improper connections and operation The meanings of the pictographs are explained below It is important that you fully understand the pictographs and explanations in order to use this manual and the sy
43. Quick POI You can select one of the Six Categories on the menu or List Categories and then select the POl s to be displayed on the map Before Steps gt ENTER Select EI Open the Select the gt E categories to be QUICK POI displayed up to a QUICK POI maximum of five DIETI ENT ale FIT POI icon chart m i 1 page 41 POI s ona For categories Map other than the six displayed select and select them from the list shown gt Select the POI you want to find from the listed categories After you make a selection the point of interest you selected appears on the map EZA Search POI along the route during the guidance and show the list Deleting POI Markers Before Steps Displaying POI s on a Map cz above Display the POI gt Select the desired Select IA Doh ne MA POI by moving on Information a aA Fepunty a top of the POI icon The POI s data is EF a The name of the selected displayed 3 La POI appears Showing KORDELE Ema fno data is stored for the selected POI the POI name is not displayed 38 Character Entry Select the first several characters Select your target on the screen Step 1 in the list ADDRESS Names of which spelling starts with the entered character appear If a desired name is not in the list go back to Step 1 and try fewer characters Display up to five previous suggestions Display the previous sugges
44. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed 4 Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A C switch 5 Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort A CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic closely monitor the temperature gauge page 5 34 The air conditioner may cause engine overheating If the gauge indicates overheating turn the air conditioner off page 7 14 NOTE e When maximum cooling is desired set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the recirculated air mode then set the fan control dial to position 4 e Ifwarmer air is desired at floor level set the mode selector dial at the 74 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 V Ventilation 1 Set the mode selector dial to the position 2 Set the air intake selector to the outside air mode 3 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 4 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed V Windshield Defrosting and Defogging 1 Set the mode selector dial to the HY position 2 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 3 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed AWARNING Do no
45. TIRES PNEVS WITHIAVEC TIRES PNEVS RIMSWANTES RIMSWANTES KPAI PSI COLD A FROID KPA LI PSI COLD A FROID VIN TYPE m BAR CODE lt J A WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle or loss of control Always keep the vehicle within the axle weight rating limits Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage 9 38 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A GCW GCW Gross Combination Weight is the weight of the loaded vehicle GVW plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combination Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer including all cargo and passengers that the vehicle can handle without risking damage Important The towing vehicle s braking system is rated for operation at GVWR not at GCWR Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than 1 500 Ibs The GCW must never exceed the GCWR Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest
46. The child restraint system could move which may result in death or injury to the child Always attach the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position Attaching the tether strap to the incorrect tether anchor position is dangerous In a collision the tether strap could come off and loosen the child restraint system If the child restraint system moves it could result in death or injury to the child 2 31 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint VW If You Must Use the Front Seat for Children If you cannot put all children in the rear seat at least put the smallest children in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the shoulder NEVER put a rear facing child restraint system on the front passenger seat even with a seat weight sensor equipped vehicle This seat is also not set up for tethered child restraint systems put them in one of the rear seat positions set up with tether anchors Likewise the LATCH child restraint system cannot be secured in the front passenger s seat and should be used in the rear seat Don t allow anyone to sleep against the side window if you have an optional side and curtain 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 w
47. United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards FMVSS NOTE The above is applicable for a permanent import export situation and not related to travelers on vacation You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of 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 Please refer to your Manufacturer s Warranty Booklet for more information 9 14 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country Except United States and Canada Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards Vehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries In addition to registration problems satisfactory service may be difficult or even impossible in another country The fuel specified for your vehicle may be unavailable Parts servicing techniques and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries Customer Informat
48. a safe place not in the vehicle for use if you need to make a replacement key NOTE Write down the code number and keep it in a separate safe and convenient place but not in the vehicle If your key is lost consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have your code number ready Key extend retract method Retractable type key To extend the key press the release button Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To retract the key rotate it into the holder while pressing the release button LOLS Entry System This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgate It can also help you signal for attention Press the buttons slowly and carefully A CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter do not gt Drop the transmitter gt Get the transmitter wet gt Disassemble the transmitter gt Expose the transmitter to any kind of magnetic field gt Expose the transmitter to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight NOTE The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2 5 m 8 ft from the center of the vehicle but this may vary due to local conditions The system doesn t operate when the key is in the ignition switch Doors and the liftgate cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door or the liftgate is open Also the hazard warning lights will not flash e Ifthe transmitter does not operate when pr
49. a stopped position 1 Depress the brake pedal 2 Shift to D or M1 depending on the load weight and grade steepness 3 Release the brake pedal while gradually accelerating Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade shift to lower gears depending on load weight and grade steepness Descend slowly using the brakes only occasionally to prevent them from overheating 5 18 Some models Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is running If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable you can still steer but it requires more physical effort If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more than 5 seconds with the engine running This could damage the power steering system V Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light K This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes off when the engine is started If the light stays illuminated after the engine is started or illuminates while driving turn off the engine after parking in a safe place and then start the engine again If the light does not illuminate after restarting the engine this indicates that the power steering is restored and normal steering is possible If the light remains illuminated the power steering
50. accuracy is improved by detecting if the vehicle is gt driving in an elevated or underground parking garage High precision Gyrosensor A gyro detects turns with an accuracy of 0 05 per second Combined with a speed sensor it enables the system to display the current vehicle position even where GPS signals may be blocked Using a spare tire in place of the regular one may cause vehicle position deviations Any difference between the direction which your vehicle actually travels and that shown on the map is automatically eliminated by azimuth correction 52 Precautions System Performance Positioning Accuracy In the following situations your vehicle position may not be displayed correctly on the map But as you keep driving your vehicle position will be automatically corrected utilizing map matching and GPS data Running on an elevated road straight road Making a turn after driving on a long mountain road road Running on a steep Running on a spiral Entering an intersection where a road branches off at a small angle Running on gridiron Running ona layout of roads tire chains slippery road with Snaking on a wide road When your vehicle After getting off a is on a turntable with the ignition ferryboat or vehicle train turned off Route Guide Although you may encounter the following problems in route guide there is nothing wrong with the system 8e 8e 6
51. after the parking brake is fully released you may have a brake problem Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor In either case it will take longer to stop the vehicle 1 With the engine stopped check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required page 8 23 2 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 out have your brake system inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated A WARNING Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time If this light remains illuminated after checking that the parking brake is fully released have the brakes inspected immediately V ABS Warning Light The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to t
52. and settings Screen changining niani ai E e aaa 29 Changing the Map Orientation Scale Routing Destination Entry and Route Search esssssseeesseeesreressrrresrre 30 Change Change Search Area Address Point of interest Emergency Memory Point Home Preset Destination Previous Destination Intersection Freeway On Off Ramp Coordinates Select from map EEA O A EE EE E E E 38 Displaying POI s on a Map Local Search Deleting POI Markers Showing POI Data Character Entry s2s sve shorn tipi teats athe ck eee teh atest Se 39 To enter the street name city name and other To enter the house phone number and other Direct Destination INDUt oo eee eee eeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeaaeeeeeeeeeeeeaaa 40 Direct Destination Input Selecting Route POI Icons on Maps Delete Destination cccsssseeeeeeeeeeee 41 POI Point of Interest Icons Delete destination Route OPON Saes rinnete ces led erie aa a a a aeea NiS 42 Route Preferences Modification of Destination or Way Point Positions Deletion of Destination or Way Points Detour Turn List Display Preview Route Preview Advanced use Address Book Address Book siseseid ie cuted droidi ta iai ina dieien eeii divans 46 Memory Point Storage Memory Point Confirmation and Modification Preset Destinations or Home storage Memory Point Deletion All Memory Point Deletion Displays Icons at Memory
53. auto memory button AUTO M for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard the system will automatically scan and temporarily store up to 6 stations with the strongest frequencies in each selected band in that area After scanning is completed the station with the strongest frequency will be tuned and its frequency displayed Press and release the auto memory button AUTO M to recall stations from the auto stored stations One stored station will be selected each time its frequency and channel number will be displayed NOTE If no stations can be tuned after scanning operations A will be displayed SATELLITE RADIO SAT Vehicles equipped with the separately purchased SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit have the ability to receive up to 100 channels of digital quality programming coast to coast via satellite For information on use read the Satellite Radio Kit manual accompanying the SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit A subscription to SIRIUS digital satellite radio service is required available in the U S Except Alaska and Hawaii to enable this feature once the separately purchased SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit has been installed For subscription information or digital satellite radio technical issues contact SIRIUS directly at Web www siriusradio com Phone 24 hrs day 7 days week 888 539 SIRI 7474 E mail customercare sirius radio com Mailing Address Sirius Satellite Radio 6
54. button If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle pressing the panic button will activate the vehicle s alarm NOTE The panic button will work whether any door or the liftgate is open or closed Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Turning on the alarm Pressing the panic button for 1 second or more will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds and the following will occur e The horn sounds intermittently e The hazard warning lights flash Turning off the alarm Press any button on the transmitter YW Transmitter Maintenance A CAUTION gt Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward Battery leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly gt When replacing the battery be careful not to bend the electrical terminals or get oil on them Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damaged gt There is the danger of explosion if the battery is not correctly replaced gt Replace only with the same type battery gt Integrated key type CR1620 or equivalent gt Non key type CR2025 or equivalent gt Dispose of used batteries according to the following instructions gt Insulate the plus and minus terminals of the battery using cellophane or equivalent tape gt Never disassemble gt Never throw the battery into fire and or water gt Never deform or crush Knowing Your Mazda
55. change the display to the trip computer If you have any problems with your trip computer consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Current fuel economy mode This mode displays the current fuel economy by calculating the amount of fuel consumption and the distance traveled Current fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every 2 seconds When this mode is selected CONSUM CUR will be displayed Some models 6 55 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment U S A CONSUM CUR mpg a4 Mu CANADA CONSUM CUR L 100km rte i a Pe When you ve slowed to about 5 km h 3 mph L 100 km mpg will be displayed Average fuel economy mode This mode displays the average fuel economy by calculating the fuel consumption and the distance traveled since connecting the battery or resetting the data Average fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every minute When this mode is selected CONSUM AV will be displayed 6 56 U S A CONSUM AV pin mpg z M CANADA CONSUM AV L 100km rte i ee To clear the data being displayed press the INFO switch for more than second After pressing the INFO switch L 100 km mpg will be displayed for about minute before the fuel economy is recalculated and displayed Distance to empty mode This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the remaining fuel based on the fuel economy The distance to empty
56. chipping occurs when gravel thrown in the air by another vehicle s tires hits your vehicle 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 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care NOTE The paint chipping zone varies 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 e In low temperatures a vehicle s finish hardens This increases the chance of paint chipping e Chipped paint can lead to rust forming on your Mazda Before this happens repair the damage by using Mazda touch up paint according to the instructions in this section Failure to repair the affected area could lead to serious rusting and expensive repairs 8 59 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish Read all warnings and cautions Y Maintaining the Finish Washing A CAUTION When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position the wipers may move automatically in the following cases gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth gt If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object gt If the rain sensor is struck with a hand or other object
57. destination to the nearest police station automatically Sets the destination to the nearest hospital automatically Select the sort methods Select the name from gt Select EZ Sorts the police station or the list the hospital by Distance EZE Sorts the police station or the hospital by name Bulynoy 35 Destination Entry and Route Search t Before Steps MENU gt select 4 Open the Select DESTINATION MEMORY POINTS ENTRY Menu 5 A tome Tos Select inati Preset Destination Select EZIN Previous Destination Select KAZAA Select Intersection Select FREEWAY ON OFF RAMP Freeway On Off Ramp mectetotete tals Select COORDINATES Coordinates Tae He Select from Select map 36 gt Select the desired Memory Point EY Display up to five previous suggestions EA Display the five previous suggestions g The order of the displayed list can be changed Bulynoy Select the desired Preset Destination Select the Previous Destination gt Enier Select the Enter Select the 2nd 1st street name street name Select Enter Select the _ Select or gt Select the name of the desired the freeway On Ramp or the Off Ramp name Enter the latitude gt Enter the longitude gt Select BEG E degrees E minutes E seconds For Character Entry please refer to page 39 37
58. down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH child restraint systems Make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the LATCH child restraint system Not following the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions when installing the child restraint system is dangerous If seat belts or a foreign object prevent the child restraint system from being securely attached to the LATCH lower anchors and the child restraint system is installed improperly the child restraint system could move in a sudden stop or collision causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants When installing the child restraint system make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the LATCH lower anchors Always follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions 2 35 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint VY Child Restraint System Installation Procedure Rear Outboard Seats 1 Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked 2 Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors NOTE The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child restraint system 3 Secure the child restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors following the child restraint system manufacturer s instruction 4 If your child
59. efficiency and tire tread life and may affect the vehicle s handling and stopping ability Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low tire pressure telltale gt Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale When the system detects a malfunction the telltale will flash for approximately one minute and then remain continuously illuminated This sequence will continue upon subsequent vehicle start ups as long as the malfunction exists When the malfunction indicator is illuminated the system may not be able to detect or signal low tire pressure as intended TPMS malfunctions may occur for a variety of reasons including the installation of replacement or alternate tires or wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS from functioning properly Always check the TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to ensure that the replacement or alternate tires and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to function properly gt To avoid false readings the system samples for a little while before indicating a problem As a result it will not instantaneously register a rapid
60. instructions 2 Retighten the chains after driving 1 2 1 km 1 4 1 2 mile Driving In Flooded Area A WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to normal 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 A CAUTION Do not drive the vehicle on flooded roads as it could cause short circuiting of electrical electronic parts or engine damage or stalling from water absorption If the vehicle has been immersed in water consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Overloading A WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle 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 4 11 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Turbocharger Information The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power Its advanced design provides improved operation and requires minimum additional maintenance To get maximum performance from your turbocharged engine ta
61. interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Cautions sn a10jog sn s10jog Introduction Use This Product Safety Extremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operation The inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off The navigation system may not operate normally under such circumstances Turn off the navigation system until the inside of the vehicle has cooled down or warmed up If the system does not operate thereafter consult an Authorized Dealer we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer Navigation System This navigation system utilizes GPS satellite signals a speed sensor and gyrosensor to track and display your vehicle s current position and to guide you from your starting point to your destination along a calculated route GPS Global Positioning System is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U S Defense Department Screens displayed in this manual may differ from those on the actual display LCD Liquid crystal display Direct sunlight or other outside light sources makes it difficult to view the images on the display For moonroof equipped vehicles close the sunshade to better view the display MEMO Names and Functions
62. ioken ani 5 52 On reminder sssr 5 52 Hood Release asrenirerinde as 3 21 HOP A E E E S 5 59 I Ignition KEYS hirri e EEEE AENT 3 2 Switchy E E E 5 2 Illuminated Entry System 6 50 Immobilizer System sssesseseeseeseeeo 3 25 Indicator Lights cceeeeseeseeeeees 5 37 Cruise tis en Sate tates 5 47 DSC OFEinanernenengenan ue 5 47 Headlight high beam 5 46 Power steering malfunction 5 48 SOCUPIEY xe saris NS Raid hares 5 46 Shift position ceeeeeeeeeees 5 46 TCS DS ccestiiek ec attic dt 5 47 Turm signal hazard warning 5 48 Information Display ceee 6 53 Ambient temperature display 6 54 Audio display cccceeseeeees 6 55 Climate control display 6 55 ClOCK EE 6 54 Information display functions 6 53 Trip computer ceceeeereeeees 6 55 11 4 I Inside Trunk Release Lever 3 16 Instrument Cluster eee 5 32 Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button ise csen ei ii E 5 35 Interior Care cceceeceeseeseseeseeeeeeees 8 63 Interior Lights 2 0 0 eceeseeseseeeeeeees 6 50 J Jump Starting 0 eceeeceeseeseeseeeeeeees 7 17 K Keyless Entry System cceeee 3 3 Keysi a nee 3 2 L Label Information s sssseseeseeseseeseeeeee 10 2 Lane Change Signals eee 5 53 Liftgate sranie 3 11 Luggage compartment 3 12 Light Bulbs Replacement ceceseeeeerees 8
63. is dehumidifying the air and to use this function the temperature does not have to be set to cold Therefore set the temperature control dial to the desired position hot or cold and turn on the air conditioner when you want to dehumidify the cabin air Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type Climate control information is displayed on the information display Mode selector switch Fan control dial Temperature control dial Windshield defroster switch OFF switch ia switch Ambient A C switch Temperature switch Air intake selector V Control Switches e Outside Recirculated air selection e Air conditioner operation AUTO switch i NOTE AUTO switch indicator light When on it indicates AUTO operation and the system will function automatically When off it indicates the operation of other switches such as the mode selector switch fan control dial A C switch and windshield defroster switch Other functions will continue to operate automatically By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically controlled in accordance with the set temperature e Airflow temperature e Amount of airflow e Selection of airflow mode 6 10 Some models OFF switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system Temperature control dial This dial controls temperature Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for col
64. jumper cables in the exact sequence as in the illustration e Connect one end ofa cable to the positive terminal on the discharged battery 1 e Attach the other end to the positive terminal on the booster battery 2 e Connect one end of the other cable to the negative terminal of the booster battery 3 Connect the other end to the ground point indicated in the illustration away from the discharged battery 4 5 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes Then start the engine of the other vehicle In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 6 When finished carefully disconnect the cables in the reverse order described in the illustration NOTE Verify that the covers are securely installed 7 19 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push Starting Do not push start your Mazda A WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts causing the two vehicles to collide The occupants could be injured A CAUTION Do not push start a vehicle that has a manual transaxle It can damage the emission control system NOTE You can t start a vehicle with an automatic transaxle by pushing it 7 20 Towing Description We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow truck service Proper lifting and towing are necessar
65. of side and curtain air bag The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases e Collision from the rear CENE m CAT OOO e Collision from the front but it may deploy the front air bags V Constant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system e SAS unit Front air bag sensor Air bag modules Side crash sensors Air bag Front seat belt pretensioner system warning light Front seat belt pretensioners Related wiring Driver seat slide position sensor Front passenger seat weight sensors Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches Some models 2 55 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags The 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 driven V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light o 4 If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked The warning light turns off after a specified period of time A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
66. open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by locking rear seats doors and the trunk and keeping the keys where children can not play with them Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous Babies left sleeping and children who lock themselves in cars or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration Do not leave your children or pets alone in a car at any time Do not leave the car the rear folding seats or the trunk unlocked Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks V Opening the Trunk Lid from the Inside Slide the inside trunk release lever in the direction of the arrow The lever is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light The inside trunk release lever is located on the inside of the trunk lid 3 17 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Power Windows The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the power windows to operate A WARNING Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window Closing power windows are dangerous A person s hands head or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death This warning applies especially to children Always lock all passenger power windows with the power window lock switch on the driver s side whil
67. option Mazda Canada Inc participates in an arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP will advise you about how your concern may be reviewed and resolved by an independent third party through binding arbitration Your complete satisfaction is the goal of Mazda Canada Inc and our dealers Mazda s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that goal There is no charge for using CAMVAP CAMVAP results are fast fair and final as the award is binding on both you and Mazda Canada Inc VY Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP If a specific item of concern arises where a solution cannot be reached between an owner Mazda and or one of it s dealers that all parties cannot agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to assist consumers in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings However before you can proceed with CAMVAP you must follow your Mazda dispute resolution process as outlined previously Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program should contact the Provincial Administrator at 1 800 207 0685 or by contacting the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbit
68. possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options no cargo internal or external a tongue load of 10 15 conventional trailer or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 Ibs Consult your dealership or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership for more detailed information Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight that a trailer pushes down on a trailer hitch Examples For a 5000 lb conventional trailer multiply 5000 by 0 10 and 0 15 to obtain a proper tongue load range of 500 to 750 Ibs For an 11 500 Ib fifth wheel trailer multiply by 0 15 and 0 25 to obtain a proper king pin load range of 1 725 to 2 875 Ibs 9 39 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A A WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident injury or damage to the vehicle Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations Never exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label 9 40 Customer Information and Rep
69. restraint system came equipped with a tether that probably means it is very important to properly secure the tether for child safety Please carefully follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions when installing tethers 2 36 Anchor bracket location 4 Door Tether strap position 5 Door Tether strap A WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child restraint system Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child restraint system is dangerous This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury Always route the tether strap between the head restraint and the seatback Routing the tether strap on top of the head restraint is dangerous Ina collision the tether strap could slide off the head restraint and loosen the child restraint system The child restraint system could move which may result in death or injury to the child Always attach the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position Attaching the tether strap to the incorrect tether anchor position is dangerous In a collision the tether strap could come off and loosen the child restraint system If the child restraint system moves it could result in death or injury to the child Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint VY Child Restraint System Installation Procedure Rear Center Seat The LATCH lower anchors at the center of the rear seat are much further a
70. seated weight on the front passenger seat is close to 30 kg 66 lb and they will reactivate before the weight exceeds 42 kg 93 Ib 2 50 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not increase the total seated weight on the passenger seat When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg 66 Ib is dangerous The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the increased total seated weight which could result in the unexpected deployment of the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system in an accident and may cause serious injury Increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat beyond the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg 66 Ib could result in the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system deployment in an accident under the following conditions for example gt Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child restraint system gt A rear passenger or luggage push or pull down on the front passenger seatback gt A rear passenger steps on the front passenger seat rails with the feet gt Luggage or other items are placed on the seatback or hung on the head restraint gt The seat is washed gt Liquids are spilled on the seat gt The front passenger seat is moved backward
71. servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps VSTEP 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 VSTEP 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 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 7 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance Mexico 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 VW STEP 1 Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Au
72. switch 12 STARTER 20A Starter clutch 13 IG KEY2 30A Ignition switch 14 15 HEATER 40A Blower motor 16 17 DEFOG 40A Rear window defroster Audio system 8 AUDIO N BOSE Sound System equipped model Some models Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 19 ABS IG 10A ABS 20 FOG 15A Front fog lights 21 HORN 15A Horn 22 DRL 10A DRL 23 H CLEAN 24 ETC 10A Elec throttle valve 25 26 A C MAG 10A Air conditioner 27 28 29 P OUTLET 15A Power outlet 30 ENG B 10A PCM 31 ROOM 15A Interior lights 32 33 ENG BAR 3 10A O sensors 34 35 ENG BAR 1 15A For protection of various circuits 36 ENG BAR 2 10A PCM Fuel pump Some models 8 55 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block Passenger s side a cal cea cI cJ CNI cg cI cJ C cJ ci C I CI cJ cg cAI cI cag CAJ CAI coo cao c9 Ceo CSI c a cJ cg cgI Cea cAI css Cai cgo cag CSJ CSI C I c21 cgI cI cgI cgI c2 CSI CBI C27 CBI cei cgI DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 37 D LOCK 2 15A Double locking system 38 STOP LAMP HORN 10A Stop Lamp Horn 39 HEAD HIGH L 10A Headlight high beam LH 40 HEAD HIGH R 10A Headlight high beam RH 41 42 43 CI
73. take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction VY Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber Cruise Set Indicator Light Green CRUISE The indicator light has two colors Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated Cruise Set Indicator Light Green The indicator light illuminates green when a cruising speed has been set V Light On Indicator Light Black out meter 00z This indicator light comes on when the exterior lights and dashboard illumination are on Some models 5 47 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light H This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes off when the engine is started If the light stays illuminated after the engine is started or illuminates while driving turn off the engine after parking in a safe place and then start the engine again If the light does not illuminate after restarting the engine this indicates that the power steering is restored and normal steering is possible If the light remains illuminated the power steering is still inoperable Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE The power steering system is inoperable when the power steering malfunction indicator light illu
74. the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER e Ifit becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician go to STEP2 Y STEP 2 Contact Mazda North American Operations If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership management and it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician you can reach Mazda North American Operations by one of the following ways Log on at www mazdaUSA com Answers to many questions including how to locate or contact a local Mazda dealership in the U S can be found here E mail click on Contact Us at the bottom of the page at www mazdaUSA com By phone at 1 800 222 5500 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance By letter at Attn Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively please help us by providing the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and mod
75. the ON OFF switch off when cruise control is not in use Leaving the ON OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as you may hit one of the other buttons and put the vehicle in cruise control unexpectedly This could result in loss of vehicle control V To Set Speed 1 Activate the cruise control system by pressing the ON OFF switch 2 Accelerate to the desired speed which must be more than 30 km h 19 mph 5 20 3 Press the SET COAST button and release it at the speed you want Release the accelerator at the same time Don t continue to hold in the button Until you release it speed will continue to drop unless you continue to accelerate and you ll miss the desired speed NOTE e The SET function can t be activated until about 2 seconds after the ON OFF switch has been engaged e Ona steep grade the vehicle may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down e Cruise control will turn off if vehicle speed drops below 25 km h 16 mph when cruise is activated such as when climbing a steep grade YW To Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures To increase speed using cruise control switch Press the RES ACCEL button and hold it Your vehicle will accelerate Release the button at the speed you want 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
76. the brake pedal is dangerous The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident 4 With the engine still idling pull out the dipstick wipe it clean and put it back 8 26 5 Pull it out again The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows 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 Fluid cold scale B When the engine has not been running and the outside temperature is about 20 C 70 F the fluid level should be close to but not above the bottom notch on the dipstick A CAUTION gt Use the cold scale only as a reference gt 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 gt 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 Fully insert the dipstick When adding fluid inspect with the dipstick to make sure it doesn t pass full NOTE Inspect the fluid on both sides of the dipstick in a well lit area for an accurate reading Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid V Inspecting Washer Fluid Level A WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir Using ra
77. the brakes apply more firmly NOTE e When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickly the pedal will feel softer but the brakes will apply more firmly This is a normal effect of the brake assist operation and does not indicate an abnormality e When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickly a clicking noise from the brake booster may be heard This is a normal effect of the brake assist and does not indicate an abnormality The brake assist equipment does not supersede the functionality of the vehicle s main braking system Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transaxle Operation Y Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern 5 speed transaxle 135 HH Neutral position 6 speed transaxle R135 Neutral position The vehicle is equipped with either a 5 speed or 6 speed manual transaxle The shift pattern for each is shown above Depress the clutch pedal all the way down while shifting then release it slowly 5 speed transaxle A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to R reverse The shift lever must be put in neutral before being shifted to R Some models 5 9 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 6 speed transaxle Vehicles with 6 speed transaxle are equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R reverse by mistake Push the shift lever downward and shift to R A WARNING Do not use sudden engine braking on slippery
78. the product or attempt to repair it yourself If the product needs to be repaired take it to an Expert dealer we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer The presence of this Caution symbol in the text is intended to alert you to the importance of heeding the operation instructions Failure to heed the instructions may result in injury or material damage Caution Do not use the product where it is exposed to water moisture or dust Exposure to water moisture or dust may lead to smoke fire or other damage to the unit Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving Protect the Deck Mechanism Do not insert any foreign objects into the slot of this unit This navigation system is designed exclusively for use in automobiles This navigation system should only be installed in an automobile Do not install it in a ship aircraft or any other vehicles except an automobile Do not use it detached from the vehicle Do not insert or allow your hand or fingers to be caught in the unit To prevent injury do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc slot Especially watch out for infants N aa a aaaaaaaaaaaaaamaaaaaasssums iIiIi Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause
79. water adheres to the windshield above the rain sensor or if the windshield is iced it could cause the wipers to move automatically However if the wipers cannot remove this ice dirt or foreign matter the auto wiper control will stop operation In this case pull the wiper lever to the 1 or 2 position for manual operation or remove the ice dirt or foreign matter by hand to restore the auto wiper operation Y Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid NOTE With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT Type A AUTO Type B position the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls If the washer doesn t work inspect the fluid level page 8 27 If it s OK consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 57 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Wiper and AYWETS 113 a Gos DIOD The ignition switch must be in the ON position Y Rear Window Wiper Turn the wiper on by turning the rear wiper washer switch ON Normal INT Intermittent V Rear Window Washer To spray washer fluid turn the rear wiper washer switch to the amp position After the switch is released the washer will stop If the washer doesn t work inspect the fluid level page 8 27 If it s OK and the washer still doesn t work consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 58 Rear Window Defroster The rear window defr
80. window to the desired position pull up the switch Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Y Power Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked position all power windows on each door can be operated With the lock switch in the locked position only the driver s side power window can be operated Locked position A WARNING Unless a passenger needs to operate a power window keep the power window lock switch in the locked position Unintentional power window operation is dangerous A person s hands head or neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury 3 19 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Fuel Filler Lid and Cap A WARNING When removing the fuel cap loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop Then remove it Fuel spray is dangerous Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested Fuel spray is released when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel cap is removed too quickly Before refueling stop the engine and always keep sparks and flames away from the filler neck Fuel vapor is dangerous It could be ignited by sparks or flames causing serious burns and injuries Additionally use of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may result in fuel leak which could result in serious burns or death in an accident A CAUTION Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent availabl
81. with fuel listed in the table Fuel Octane Rating Anti knock index Premium unleaded fuel 91 R M 2 method or above 96 RON or above U S federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps This vehicle is designed for and requires use of premium unleaded fuel If91 octane fuel R M 2 method 96RON is not available gasoline as low as 87 octane R M 2 method 91RON can be used temporarily for emergency purposes Use of gasoline lower than 91 octane R M 2 method 96RON can decrease performance during its use Refueling the vehicle with the correct octane fuel a couple of times will restore vehicle performance Except 2 3 liter turbocharger engine Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table Fuel Octane Rating Anti knock index Regular unleaded fuel 87 R M 2 method or above 91 RON or above U S federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane 91 RON could cause the emission control system to lose effectiveness It could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage A CAUTION gt USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead to deterioration of the emission control system and or failures gt Your vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 ethanol by volume Damage
82. with only one buckle is dangerous If only one pair of seat belt tongue and buckle either tongue A and anchor buckle B or tongue C and anchor buckle D is fastened the seat belt cannot provide full protection Ina sudden stop or collision the user could slide under the belt and suffer serious injuries Always make sure that both pairs of seat belt tongues and buckles are fastened properly Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous Always make sure the shoulder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder and near your neck but never under your arm on your neck or on your upper arm 4 Position the lap belt as low as possible not on the abdominal area then adjust the shoulder belt so that it fits snugly against your body A WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous In a collision this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area causing serious injury Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible 2 19 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems V Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle If the belt does not fully retract pull it out and check for kinks or twists Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts a at ns SS J Button NOTE If a bel
83. with two occupants is 385 kg 849 Ibs 68 x 2 kg 150 x 2 Ibs 249 kg 549 Ibs If the weight of the occupant increases the cargo weight limit decreases by that much GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear including vehicle curb weight and all payload GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle front or rear These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door frame or door pillar The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle including all options equipment passengers and cargo The GVWR is shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the driver s door frame or door pillar The GVW must never exceed the GVWR 9 37 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A SAMPLE a gt DATE MO GVWRIPNBV LO LB LIN KG FRONT GAWRIPNBE AV C LB COO KG REAR GAWR PNBE AR O LB CO KG WITHIAVEC MIN
84. your eyes with water and get medical attention Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire If the brake clutch fluid level is low have the brakes and clutch inspected Low brake clutch fluid levels are dangerous Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak Your brakes could fail and cause an accident If the fluid level is low add fluid until it reaches MAX Before adding fluid thoroughly clean the area around the cap A CAUTION gt Brake and clutch fluid will damage painted surfaces If brake or clutch fluid does get on a painted surface wash it off with water immediately gt Using nonspecified brake and clutch fluids page 10 4 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 8 23 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Power Steering Fluid V Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level A 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 page 10 4 Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at each engine oil change with the engine off and cold Add fluid if necessary it does not require periodic changing Without turbocharger 8 24 The level must be kept between MIN and MAX Visually exami
85. your neck or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder To raise the shoulder belt adjuster push the adjuster up To lower the shoulder belt adjuster pull the adjuster and slide it down Make sure the adjuster is locked To raise To lower ee q A WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous Always make sure the shoulder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder and near your neck but never under your arm on your neck or on your upper arm Some models 2 15 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems For both these systems to work properly you must wear the seat belt properly Pretensioners In moderate or severe frontal or near frontal accidents the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously The front seat belt retractors remove slack quickly as the air bags are expanding In addition the pretensioner system for the front passenger like the front passenger air bag is designed to only deploy in accordance with the total seated weight on the front passenger seat Any time the air bags and seat belt pretensioners have fired they must be replaced For details refer to the front
86. 2 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Do not touch the components of the supplemental restraint system after the air bags have inflated Touching the components of the supplemental restraint system after the air bags have inflated is dangerous Immediately after inflation they are very hot You could get burned Never install any front end equipment to your vehicle Installation of front end equipment such as frontal protection bar kangaroo bar bull bar push bar or other similar devices 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 Do not modify the suspension Modifying the vehicle suspension is dangerous If the vehicle s height or the suspension is modified the vehicle will be unable to accurately detect a collision resulting in incorrect or unexpected air bag deployment and the possibility of serious injuries Do not modify 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 Do not make any modifications to the supplemental restraint system This includes installing trim badges or anything else over the air bag modules It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system compon
87. 2 mph Shifting specification 2 3 liter engine ph M3 gt M2 48 km h 30 mph model Shifting up If the vehicle speed is lower than the speed specified for each gear the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear Gear Vehicle speed You can shift up to M2 whether M1 M2 the vehicle is stopped or moving M2 M3 20 km h 12 mph M3 M4 33 km h 21 mph M4 M5 Recommendations for shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration and cruising we recommend these shift points 2 0 liter engine model Gear Vehicle speed M1 to M2 24 km h 15 mph M2 to M3 40 km h 25 mph M3 to M4 65 km h 40 mph 5 17 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 2 3 liter engine model Gear Vehicle speed M1 to M2 24 km h 15 mph M2 to M3 40 km h 25 mph M3 to M4 65 km h 40 mph M4 to M5 73 km h 45 mph Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade downshift before the engine starts to overwork This gives better acceleration when you need more speed On a steep downgrade downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life Y Driving Tips Passing For extra power when passing another vehicle or climbing steep grades depress the accelerator fully The transaxle will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed Climbing steep grades from a stop To climb a steep grade from
88. 23 Interior Comfort Audio System e MP3 files not conforming to the MP3 format containing both header frames and data frames will be skipped and not played This unit will play MP3 files that have up to eight levels However the more levels a disc has the longer it will take to initially start playing It is recommended to record discs with two levels or less e A single disc with up to 512 files can be played and a single folder with up to 255 files can be played e When naming an MP3 file be sure to add an MP3 file extension mp3 after the file name e The maximum number of characters that can be used for file names is as follows However this unit will only display up to 30 characters including the file extension mp3 Maximum number of characters in a file name including a separator and the three letters of the file extension 3 ISO9660 level 1 12 ISO9660 level 2 31 Joliet extended 64 format Romeo extended 128 format English one byte characters capitalized only and underbar _ are available A CAUTION This unit can only play MP3 files that have an MP3 file extension mp3 attached Do not attach an MP3 file extension to any other type file as it could cause noise to be emitted ora malfunction in the unit 6 24 About ID3 Tag display e This unit can only display ID3 Tag album track and artist names that have been input using Ver 1
89. 39 Specifications cceeeeeeeeeees 10 7 Tightens c ctetioidece tian 6 58 Lighting Control ssec 5 50 Lubricant Quality 00 10 4 Luggage Compartment Light 6 51 M Maintenance Introduction cceceseeseeseeeeeeees 8 2 Owner maintenance precautions 00 eeteeteeteeeeeeees 8 16 Owner maintenance schedule 8 15 Scheduled 0 cceecescesseeseeseeeees 8 3 M Manual Transaxle Operation 5 9 Recommendations for shifting 5 10 Map Lights cccecceeseeseeeeeteeeeeeees 6 51 Mirrors Outside MILTOTS ossessi 3 29 Rearview mirror eee 3 30 Money Saving Suggestions 4 7 Mo Onroof 1 ssestecestvercntenytnieieteest 3 23 O Odometer and Trip Meter 5 33 Outside Mirrors s es 3 29 Overhead Lights 0 0 0 cceeeeseseereeees 6 51 Overheating c cc ececceeseeseeeeseeeeeeees 7 14 Overloading aeniea 4 11 P Paint Damage ccceseseeseeseeeeeeees 8 58 Parking Brake cceeeeseseeteeseeeeees 5 6 Parking in an Emergency 000 7 2 Power Door Locks eceeseeeseeteeeeees 3 9 Power Steering cceceseeseeseeeeeeees 5 18 Flid ienen in e ae 8 24 Power steering malfunction indicator light menti hereta 5 18 Power Windows cescescesseeseeeeeeees 3 18 Push Starting ccccesesesseeseeeeeeees 7 20 R Rear Door Child Safety Locks 3 10 Rear Seat moron ARRAN 2 5 Rear Window Defroster
90. 5 mm 68 7 in Overall width turbocharger With side molding 1 755 mm 69 1 in 1 755 mm 69 1 in With turbocharger 1 765 mm 69 5 in Overall height 1 465 mm 57 7 in 1 465 mm 57 7 in Without turbocharger 1 530 mm 60 2 in 1 530 mm 60 2 in Front tread With turbocharger 1 535 mm 60 4 in Without turbocharger 1 515 mm 59 6 in 1 515 mm 59 6 in Rear tread With turbocharger 1 525 mm 60 0 in Wheelbase 2 640 mm 103 9 in 2 640 mm 103 9 in 10 5 Specifications V Weights 4 Door 2 0 liter engine Item Weight Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1 719 kg 3 790 Ibs 1 733 kg 3 821 Ibs YV Air Conditioner Front 919 kg 2 026 lbs 983 kg 2 068 lbs GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Rear 800 kg 1 764 lbs 795 kg 1 753 Ibs 2 3 liter engine Weight Item Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1 764 kg 3 889 Ibs 1 792 kg 3 951 Ibs Front 955 kg 2 105 Ibs 981 kg 2 163 Ibs GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Rear 812 kg 1 790 Ibs 811 kg 1 788 lbs 5 Door Without turbocharger Weight Item Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1 783 kg 3 931 Ibs 1 811 kg 3 993 Ibs Front 957 kg 2 110 lbs 983 kg 2 167 lbs GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Rear
91. 5W 90 Without turbocharger API Service GL 4 or GL 5 Manual transaxle oil Above 10 C SAE 80W 90 API Service GL 4 With turbocharger SAE 75W 90 Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M V Power steering fluid ATF M I or equivalent e g Dexron II Brake Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT 3 10 4 Specifications Vv Capacities Approximate Quantities Item Capacity a on filter 4 3 L 4 5 US qt 3 8 Imp qt i replacement Without turbocharger With TAI amour or miter 3 9 L 4 1 US qt 3 4 Imp at d replacement Engine oil With oil file rae 5 7L 6 0 US qt 5 0 Imp qt replacement With turbocharger Without oil fit ithout oil filter replacement 5 3 L 5 6 US qt 4 7 Imp qt Coolant 7 5 L 7 9 US qt 6 6 Imp qt Without turbocharger 2 87 L 3 03 US qt 2 53 Imp qt Manual transaxle oil With turbocharger 2 5 L 2 6 US qt 2 2 Imp qt 7 4 speed transaxle 7 2 L 7 6 US qt 6 3 Imp qt Automatic transaxle fluid 5 speed transaxle 8 14 L 8 60 US qt 7 16 Imp qt 55 0 L Pieltank 14 5 US gal 12 1 Imp gal Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges V Dimensions Model Item 4 Door 5 Door Without STANDARD TYPE 4 505 mm 177 4 in Overall length turbocharger SPORTY TYPE 4 510 mm 177 6 in 4 490 mm 176 8 in With turbocharger 4 490 mm 176 8 in Without Without side molding 1 745 mm 68 7 in 1 74
92. 829 kg 1 828 lbs 828 kg 1 825 lbs With turbocharger Item Weight GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 1 866 kg 4 114 Ibs GAWR G Axle Weight Rating Front 1 055 kg 2 326 Ibs PO cat AS E ney Rear 811 kg 1 788 lbs Item Classification Refrigerant Type 10 6 HFC 134a R 134a Specifications V Light Bulbs Exterior light 3 Category Light bulb Wattage ECE R SAE High beam 60 HB3 HB3 Headlights Halogen 55 H7 H7 Low beam Xenon fusion 35 D2S D2S Front turn signal lights Side marker lights 27 8 1157NA Type A 55 H11 H11 Fog lights BS ay Type B 51 HB4 HB4 Side turn signal lights 5 WY5W 4 Door 18 WI16W 921 High mount brake light D Non LED bulb 18 W16W 921 oor z LED bulb 2 4 Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W Non LED bulb 21 5 W21 5W 7443 Brake lights Taillights E2 gt 9413 LED bulb 4 1 Reverse lights 21 W21W 7440 License plate light 5 WSW Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit Replace the unit 2 Bulb replacement is not possible The rear combination component must be replaced Fog lights Type A Interior light Type B Aw z Category Light bulb Wattage ECER Trunk light 4 Door WwW5W Luggage compartment light 5 Door 5 Overhead light Map lights Front WSW Overhead li
93. AL SYSTEM Function of all lights I I I I I I I I I I I I CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections I I I Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I Brake fluid R Disc brakes I I I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 10 000 km Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I Power steering fluid level I I I I I I Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel I I I bearing axial play Driveshaft dust boots I I I Exhaust system and heat shields I I I All locks and hinges L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T 8 11 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers whichever comes first Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate C Clean T Tighten Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 8 12 Maintenance Interval Months 3
94. AUTION gt 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 gt To prevent damaging the antenna remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance Pay special attention to removing salt dirt mud and other foreign material from the underside of the fenders and make sure the drain holes in the lower edges of the doors and rocker panels are clean Insects tar tree sap bird droppings industrial fallout and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately 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 After washing the vehicle dry it with a clean chamois to prevent water spots from forming Maintenance and Care Appearance Care A WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal 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 Waxing Your vehicle needs to be wax
95. AUTION Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle Doing so can cause transaxle damage NOTE Apply the parking brake or depress the brake pedal before moving the shift lever from N to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly D Drive D is the normal driving position From a stop the transaxle will automatically shift through a 4 gear 5 gear sequence 2 3 liter engine model M Manual M is the manual shift mode position Gears can be shifted up or down by operating the shift lever Refer to Manual Shift Mode page 5 14 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving YW Shift Lock System The shift lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed To shift from P 1 Depress and hold the brake pedal 2 Start the engine 3 Move the shift lever NOTE e When the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position the shift lever cannot be shifted from P To be sure the vehicle is in park the ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in P W Shift Lock Override If the shift lever won t move from P using the proper shift procedure continue to hold down the pedal 1 Remove the shift lock override cover with a screwdriver 2 Insert a screwdriver and push it down 3 Move the shift lever 5 14 4 Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system checked Y Manual Shift Mode This mode gives you the feel of driving a man
96. CONDITIONER SYSTEM Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Maintenance Interval x1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 x1000 miles 7 5 15 22 5 30 37 5 45 52 5 60 Cabin air filter Replace every 40 000 km 25 000 miles or 2 years Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate T Tighten Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 8 5 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance V Schedule 2 Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 Maintenance Interval x1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 x1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120 000 km 75 000 miles if noisy adjust Drive belts tension
97. DIGITAL AUDIO Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge Do not stick paper or tape on the CD Avoid scratching the reverse side the side without a label The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction 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 Interior Comfort Audio System 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 Insert discs one by one If two discs are inserted at the same time the system may not operate properly CD TEXT textual information cannot be displayed by audio units other than the In dash CD changer MP3 compatible type only Only playback is possible The following player can play MP3 files recorded in CD ROM CD R and CD RW In dash CD changer MP3 compatible type only The CD player In dash CD changer ejects the CD if the CD is inserted upside down Also dirty and or defective CDs may be ejected An 8 cm 3 in CD can be played in the CD player The In dash CD changer is specia
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99. GAR 15A Lighter 44 RADIO T5A Audio system 45 MIRROR 10A Power mirror 46 TAILR 715A KOPE E Parking light RH License 47 OBD 10A For protection of various circuits 48 49 TR LOCK 50 51 52 SUN ROOF 20A Moonroof 53 WASHER 20A Windshield wiper and washer 54 55 P WIND R 8 56 Some models Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 56 P WIND L 57 ALARM 58 M DEF 7 5A Mirror Defroster 59 60 HEAD LOWR 15A Headlight low beam RH Headlight leveling 61 HEAD LOW L 15A Headlight low beam LH 62 63 64 65 SAS 10A Supplemental restraint system 66 METER 10A Instrument cluster Immobilizer system 67 IGNITION 20A ABS DSC Power steering 68 WIPER 20A Windshield wiper and washer 69 ENGINE 20A For protection of various circuits 70 IG SIG 10A Auto wiper Power window switch 71 SAS 2 7 5A Seat weight sensor 72 73 74 SEAT WARM 20A Seat warmer 75 D LOCK 1 25A Power door lock 76 A C 10A Air conditioner F Heater control unit 77 P WIND L 30A Power window LH 78 P WINDR 30A Power window RH 79 BACK 10A Reverse lights 80 SUN ROOF 7 5A Moonroof 81 TAILL 7 5A Taillight LH Parking light LH 82 ILLUMI 7 5A Illumination 83 84
100. GS e n ne 9 20 Tire Information U S A ecscsseseees 9 22 Tire Labeling Location of the Tire Label Placard asenin 9 28 Tire Maintenance w 9 31 Vehicle Loading ececeseseereeeeee 9 34 Steps for Determining the Correct Load Dt eene aiee aaa ee ee 9 41 Reporting Safety Defects s secseeee 9 42 Reporting Safety Defects U S A 9 42 Reporting Safety Defects Canada 9 43 Service Publications ccsssccsssssoees 9 44 Service Publications cccceeee 9 44 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance U S A Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business We are here to serve you All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition 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 NOTE If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer VW STEP 1 Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue e If your concern has not been resolved by
101. If they have a tether you must use it to better assure your child s safety A WARNING Follow the manufacturer s instructions for the use of the child restraint system An unsecured child restraint system is dangerous In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Make sure the child restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions Never attach two child restraint systems to the same LATCH lower anchor Attaching two child restraint systems to the same LATCH lower anchor is dangerous In a collision one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child restraint system attachments and it may break causing serious injury or death If you use the seat position for another child restraint system when an outboard LATCH position is occupied use the center seat belts instead and the tether if tether equipped Make sure the child restraint system is properly secured 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 Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions on belt routing to secure the seat just as you would with a child in it so that nobody is tempted to put a child in an improperly secured seat later on When not in use remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt or latch it
102. LOW 7 ABS 30A ABS DSC 8 ABS 2 20A ABS DSC 9 ENGINE 30A For protection of various circuits 10 11 IG KEY 1 30A Ignition switch 12 STARTER 20A Starter clutch 13 IG KEY 2 30A Ignition switch 14 GLOW 1 15 HEATER 40A Blower motor 16 GLOW 2 17 DEFOG 40A Rear window defroster 8 53 Some models Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT Audio system 13 AUDIO 30A BOSE Sound System equipped model 19 ABS IG 10A ABS DSC 20 FOG 15A Front fog lights 21 HORN 15A Horn 22 DRL 10A DRL 23 H CLEAN 24 F PUMP 15A Fuel pump 25 P ST IG 10A Power steering 26 A C MAG 10A Air conditioner 27 ALT TCM 10A 15A TCM 28 GLOW SIG 29 P OUTLET Power outlet 30 ENG B 10A PCM 31 ROOM 15A Interior lights 32 ENG BAR 4 10A Oz sensors a 33 ENG BAR 3 10A Op sensors 34 EGI INJ 10A Injector 35 ENG BAR 1 10A For protection of various circuits 36 ENG BAR 2 10A PCM Fuel pump With turbocharger DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 FAN 70A Cooling fan 2 ae 3 BTN 40A For protection of various circuits 4 HEAD 40A Headlights 5 F PUMP 30A Fuel pump 6 7 ABS 1 30A ABS DSC 8 ABS 2 20A ABS DSC 9 ENGINE 30A For protection of various circuits 10 INJECTOR 30A Fuel injector 11 IG KEY1 30A Ignition
103. Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort including air conditioning and audio system In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency Maintenance and Care s How to keep your Mazda in top condition Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add on equipment Specifications 10 Technical information about your Mazda Index 11 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior exterior views and part identification of your Mazda Dashboard and Interior Overview cccccecesesssssccccccccccceeecs 1 2 Exterior Overview asec cecsccisccstcsesiccccessasccecssshocacateceseuacessseccsdecsesnamwse 1 4 Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview 0 A DOO MOUA Ve YL R mss A m 7 C Power window lock SWitch enre iene EE AA TENER page 3 19 Power window SwitChes i sisi scszesosecs szesesscsasevsdescesizesdes E T page 3 18 Power door lock Switch sineasta einni e n A E A Rs page 3 9 1 2 The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Headlight leveling switch 0 cccccccccccsccssccssccssseessecssscesscessessssessseessscsssesseeees age 5 52 8 8 pag Dashboard illumination knob ccecccceccesssssescssesceseeee
104. Mazda 3 A Joystick Selects items vie by tilting it up down right and left Scrolls map RET key Returns to the previous screen RET VOICE key Initiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers Adjusts screen quality 1 page 28 10 BJE POS Position key Displays your current position ENTER key Executes a selected item Displays pop up menu MENU key Displays menu page 16 ZOOM key Changes the map scale gt page 29 DIM key Switches the display to day mode or night mode t page 28 Switching the Display Mode When the headlight switch is in the or ZD position the display switches to night mode Press the DIM key to switch to day mode To return to night mode press the DIM key again cma 11 Names and Functions Mazda RX 8 MENU key MENU Displays menu 1 page 16 asp 10 g VOICE key Initiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers Adjusts screen quality 1a page 28 Joystick Selects items pang by tilting it up down right and left Scrolls map t POS Position key Displays your current position ZOOM key zoom a the map scale 1 page 29 ENTER key ENTER Executes a selected item Displays pop up menu RET key RET Returns to the previous screen cial 13 peyie s Bum 14 Activa
105. ON position and goes off when the engine is started 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 The fuel filler cap is missing or not tightened securely If the check engine light remains on or flashes continuously do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light e Pe If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked The warning light turns off after a specified period of time A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident 5 41 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds A WARNING Never tamper with the air bag pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Deale
106. RES ACCEL button Multiple taps will increase your vehicle speed 1 6 km h 1 mph for each tap Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To increase speed using accelerator edal Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerate to the desired speed Press the SET COAST button and release it immediately NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on Greater speed will not interfere with or change the set speed Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed V To Decrease Cruising Speed Press the SET COAST button and hold it The vehicle will gradually slow Release the button at the speed you want 5 21 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 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 button Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1 6 km h 1 mph for each tap V To Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km h 19 mph If some other method besides the ON OFF switch was used to cancel cruising speed such as applying the brake pedal and the system is still activated the most recent set speed will automatically resume when the RES ACCEL button is pressed If vehicle speed is below 30 km h 19 mph increase the vehicle speed up to 30 km h 19 mph and press the RES ACCEL button YW To Cancel To cancel the system use one o
107. Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go to http www safercar gov or write to Administrator NHTSA 400 Seventh Street SW Washington DC 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from http www safercar gov NOTE If 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 page 9 10 in this booklet 9 42 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Canada Canadian customers who wish to report a safety related defect to Transport Canada Defect Investigations and Recalls may telephone the toll free hotline 1 800 333 0510 o
108. Saipan MP 96950 TEL 670 234 7524 Triple J Saipan Inc d b a Triple J Motors P O Box 500487 Saipan MP 96950 0487 TEL 670 234 7133 3051 V AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors Inc P O Box 1120 Pago Pago American Samoa 96799 TEL 684 699 9347 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer Distributors 9 11 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda New Vehicle Limited Warranty Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty Canada only Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty Anti perforation Limited Warranty Federal Emission Control Warranty U S A only e Emission Defect Warranty e Emission Performance Warranty California Emission Control Warranty U S A only Emission Control Warranty Canada only Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside the United States 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 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 the
109. Select EJ and Pa Map press ENTER orientation Head Up pne girection You are dh if The map can be displayed in 13 steps with scales from Map scale fi tp ZOOM IN SE eee more detail Imperial 1 32 mi 1 4 mi 2mi 16 mi 128 mi display mile mile mile mile mile 4km 32km 256km paye s Guyje5 29 Destination Entry and Route Search You can set the destination using various methods provided by the system t Before Steps MENU gt select v Open the DESTINATION ENTRY Menu DESTINATION ENTRY Change Change Search Area Select Open the Select When narrowing DESTINATION down to city name ENTRY Menu ADDRESS Select ADDRESS Last 5 Cities DESTINATION ENTRY Address When narrowing down to street name Select ADDRESS 30 Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving Operating the system Wernlits will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before operating the system Route searches with the navigation system can include roads that you cannot drive on and roads that you are prohibited from driving on due to traffic regulations Please com
110. T The screen will brighten when scrolling to the right or darken when scrolling to the left Adjusts the screen contrast Select ADJ and then CONTRAST The screen will lighten when scrolling to the right or deepen when scrolling to the left Adjust by scrolling the Joystick to the right and left Restore the adjustment value to the default when selecting RESET press ENTER Clearing the screen Select DISP OFF press and the screen will disappear The screen will appear again when pressing any buttons Daytime screen Night screen When the headlights are on daytime mode can also be selected if extra screen certain nighttime conditions This selection can only be done when the headlights are on Press to switch between day and night modes The screen can be returned to the daytime screen while the headlights or running lights are on using Om Mazda 3 only screen change Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake before operating the system Warning Press ENTER eat Up Geographie norii s up me z a lang 2
111. T USES A VISIBLE INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED BE SURE TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED USE OF CONTROLS OR ADJUSTMENTS OR PERFORMANCE OF PROCEDURES OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED HEREIN MAY RESULT IN HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE DO NOT OPEN COVERS AND DO NOT REPAIR YOURSELF REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL Laser products Wave length 650 nm Laser power No hazardous radiation is emitted with safety protection MEMO Contents Preparation Before Use AGCESSOSOS i msaa aana aa aaa aana Naa AEAN Wik eee deeded EEEE E AEA 2 LaSGr PrOdUuCIS cate ell a E E E EA E 2 GONTEINS A E E E AEEA A E A ET Safety Information INtrodUGtHON ere aeiae niiae E A AEE AE RN aa aai Use This Product Safety Navigation System Screens LCD Liquid crystal display Names and Functions ccccccccccccccccccceececeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeess 10 Immediate use Getting started ACAO a a a a aaa aaa eaa aa 14 Removing the Map Disc Buttons on the screen ETna AR E A TA A AEAEE AE 16 Set ClOCK na a a eaten a ae a a a a a dees 17 Navigation Set Up 18 User Setting Quick POI Selection Language Map Configuration Calibration Restore System Defaults Screen Names and Fun ctions cccssccccceeessssssneeeeeeesssssneeeees 27 Screens Before Setting Route Screens During Route Guidance Screen adjustments
112. U S A and CANADA ILSAC Mexico Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil If SAE 5W 20 engine oil is not available in your market Use SAE 5W 30 engine oil The quality designation SM or ILSAC must be on the label C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 F 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 5W 20 Use SAE 5W 30 engine oil With turbocharger Oil container labels provide important information A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction U S A and CANADA ILSAC Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 F 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 5W 30 Except U S A and CANADA ILSAC 8 19 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance The quality designation SM or ILSAC must be on the label C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 F 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 5W 30 V Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1 Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface 2 Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature 3 Turn it off and wait at least 5 minu
113. United States However in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements CMVSS NOTE The above is applicable for a permanent import export situation and not related to travelers on vacation You may have the following problems if you do take your vehicle outside of the United States 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 Please refer to your Manufacturer s Warranty Booklet for more information 9 13 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations Therefore vehicles built for use in 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 Canada However in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the
114. WARNING Always use tires that are in good condition Driving with worn tires is dangerous Reduced braking steering and traction could result in an accident If a tire wears evenly a wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread Replace the tire when this happens Tread wear indicator T a n New tread Worn tread You should replace it before the band is across the entire tread NOTE Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used on the road It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit Refer to The tire labeling on page 9 22 9 32 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A V Safety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety So cultivate good driving habits for your own benefit e Observe posted speed limits e Avoid fast starts stops and turns e Avoid potholes and objects on the road e Do no run over curbs or hit the tire against the curb when parking A CAUTION If you feel a sudden vibration or ride disturbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged immediately reduce your s
115. When the Simulation starts the button will be displayed as RJ and when selected it will cause the Simulation to advance quickly EE Stop the simulation run E Carry out a simulation run in the direction of the destination When the Simulation starts the button will be displayed as EJ and when selected it will cause the Simulation to advance quickly GQ Move to the destination EQ Displays the EDIT ROUTE PREVIEW screen YL EDIT ROUTE PREVIEW Stops at the destination or the next way point RET Stops at a point of interest which has been setup on the route Delete Delete the POI which has been selected POls Display the six POIs from Quick POI storage When one of these is selected it will be displayed on the map furthermore ISA can be selected to display items other than shown here For more details refer to page 21 45 yoog sseippy al 46 Address Book You can edt or delete any Before Steps MENU gt select Open the ADDRESS BOOK ADDRESS BOOK r Memory Point Storage gt Select Memory Point Confirmation and Modification Preset Destinations or Home storage Memory EE Point Deletion All Memory a Point DAA ite al Displays Show all Icons at icon Memory orma Points Set a memory point using your preferred method Select a memory EE Allows the display icon to be point to be modified selected Page 1 and 2 contain standard i
116. Zoom Zoom All children instinctively know it A few adults still remember it One unique car company refuses to outgrow it In grown up language it means the exhilaration and liberation that come from experiencing sheer motion But as usual children put it much better and simply call it Go Zoom Zoom We practice it every day It s why we build the kind of cars we do Zoom Zoom Can we re awaken it in you today A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind To help ensure enjoyable and trouble free operation of your Mazda read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best So when maintenance or service is necessary that s the place to go Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best possible service We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product Mazda Motor Corporation HIROSHIMA JAPAN 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 All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing Because improvement is a constant goal at Mazda we reserve the
117. a Dealer If you have no spare fuses borrow one of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation such as the MIRROR or CIGAR circuit A CAUTION Always replace a fuse with one of the same rating Otherwise you may damage the electric system Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses in the cabin are normal inspect the fuse block under the hood If a fuse is blown it must be replaced Follow these steps 1 Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches 8 51 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2 Remove the fuse block cover 3 If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is blown replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating Normal Blown 8 52 A WARNING Do not replace the main fuse by yourself Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement Replacing the fuse by yourself is dangerous because the MAIN fuse is a high current fuse Incorrect replacement could cause an electrical shock or a short circuit resulting in a fire Main fuse V Fuse Panel Description Fuse block Engine compartmen t Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Without turbocharger DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 FAN 40A Cooling fan 2 P ST 80A Power steering 3 BTN 40A For protection of various circuits 4 HEAD 40A Headlights 5 PTC 6 G
118. 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 Do not use 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 Do not 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 15cm 6 in 2 22 NOTE When not in use remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle If the seat belt extender is left connected the seat belt extender might get damaged as it will not retract with the rest of the seat belt and can easily fall out of the door when not in use and be damaged In addition the seat belt warning light will not illuminate and function properly Seat Belt Warning Light Beep The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Conditions of operation switch is turned to the ON position Condition Result The driver s seat belt is not The warning light fastened when the ignition flashes and a beep soun
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120. ad contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident When driving on ice or in water snow mud sand or similar hazards e Be cautious and allow extra distance for braking Avoid sudden braking and sudden maneuvering If your vehicle is not equipped with ABS brake with the pedal by using a light up down motion Do not hold the pedal down constantly If your vehicle is equipped with ABS do not pump the brakes Continue to press down on the brake pedal Refer to Anti Lock Brake System ABS on page 5 7 If you get stuck select a lower gear and accelerate slowly Do not spin the front wheels e For more traction in starting on slippery surfaces such as ice or packed snow use sand rock salt chains carpeting or other nonslip material under the front wheels NOTE Use snow chains only on the front wheels Rocking the Vehicle A WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km h 35 mph and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle When the vehicle is stuck spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous The spinning tire could overheat and explode This could cause serious injuries A CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating transaxle failure and tire damage If you must rock the vehicle to free it from snow sand or mud depress the accelerator slightly and slowly move the shift lever from 1 D to R Before Driving Your Ma
121. adjustable components of a seat are locked in place Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are dangerous In a sudden stop or collision the seat or seatback could move causing injury Make sure the adjustable components of the seat are locked in place by attempting to slide the seat forward and backward and rocking the seatback 2 2 V Seat Slide A WARNING Adjust the driver seat only when the vehicle is stopped Adjusting the driver s seat while the vehicle is moving is dangerous The driver could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident To move a seat forward or backward raise the lever and slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever a Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward V Seat Recline A WARNING Do not drive with the seats reclined 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 Always sit in a passenger seat properly with the seatback upright and feet on the floor If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors sitting in the front passenger seat improperly out of position or with the seat
122. afely to the side of the road and park off the right of way 7 14 2 Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in park P a manual transaxle in neutral 3 Apply the parking brake 4 Turn off the air conditioner 5 Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from under 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 Wait until the steam dissipates then open the hood and start the engine If neither coolant nor steam is escaping Open the hood and idle the engine until it cools A CAUTION If the cooling fan does not operate while the engine is running the engine temperature will increase Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer 6 Make sure the cooling fan is operating then turn off the engine after the temperature has decreased 7 When cool check the coolant level If it s low look for coolant leaks from the radiator and hoses If you find a leak or other damage or if coolant is still leaking Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer Except L3 turbocharger engine If you find no problems the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious Carefully add coolant as required page 8 21 A 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 Consult an
123. ag e The outboard sides of the front seatbacks side air bags e The front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides curtain air bags These systems operate independently depending on the type of accident encountered if you have side and curtain air bags the side and curtain air bags are not likely to deploy on both sides in the same accident because a vehicle is not often hit from both sides The side and curtain air bags and the frontal air bag system will not normally deploy during the same type of accident unless a combination of frontal and side impacts occur The air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide supplemental protection only in the front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only in same side collisions so seat belts are always important in the following ways Without seat belt usage the air bags cannot provide adequate protection during an accident Seat belt usage is necessary to Keep the occupant from being thrown into 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 Reduce the possibility of injuries in frontal or side collisions that are not severe enough to activate the air bags Reduce the possibility of being thrown from your vehicle Reduce the possibility of injuries to lower body and legs during an accident because the air bags provid
124. al 4 Manual transaxle Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine Automatic transaxle Put the vehicle in park P If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving shift into neutral N NOTE Manual transaxle The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way Automatic transaxle The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N 5 Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold up to 10 seconds at a time until the engine starts A CAUTION Don t try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time If the engine stalls or fails to start wait 10 seconds before trying again Otherwise you may damage the starter and drain the battery 6 After starting the engine let it idle for about 10 seconds NOTE e In extremely cold weather below 18 C 0 F or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days let the engine warm up without operating the accelerator e Whether the engine is cold or warm it should be started without use of the accelerator Brake System V 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 Driving Your Mazda Sta
125. al to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda By reading your manual you can find out about the features important safety information and driving under various road conditions The symbol below 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 You ll find several WARNINGs CAUTIONS and NOTES in the manual A WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which serious injury or death could result if the warning is ignored CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to your vehicle or both could result if the caution is ignored NOTE A NOTE provides information and sometimes suggests how to make better use of your vehicle The symbol below located on some parts of the vehicle indicates that this manual contains information related to the part Please refer to the manual for a detailed explanation Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior exterior views and part identification of your Mazda Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment including seats seat belt system child restraint systems and SRS air bags Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls opening closing and adjustment of various parts Before Driving Your Mazda a Important information about driving your Mazda Driving Your
126. aler or a tire repair station Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light Ignoring the TPMS warning light is dangerous even if you know why it is illuminated Have the problem taken care of as soon as possible before it develops into a more serious situation that could lead to tire failure and a dangerous accident Warning light illuminates Warning beep sounds When the warning light illuminates and the warning beep sound is heard about 3 seconds tire pressure is too low in one or more tires Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure Refer to the specification charts page 10 8 A CAUTION When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE e Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature therefore let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive it 1 6 km 1 mile or less before adjusting the tire pressures When pressure is adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation pressure the TPMS warning light beep may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification Also an illuminated TPMS warning light resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature may go out if the ambient temperature rises In this case it will also be necessary to adjust the
127. all any child restraint system on the rear seat it is imperative that a child restraint system ONLY be used on the front passenger seat if the deactivation indicator light illuminates when the child is seated in the child restraint system page 2 47 Seating a child in a child restraint system installed on the front passenger seat with the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is dangerous If this indicator light does not illuminate even when the total seated weight is less than approximately 30 kg 66 Ib this means that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner are ready for deployment If an accident were to deploy an air bag a child in a child restraint system sitting in the front passenger seat could be seriously injured or killed If the indicator light does not illuminate after seating a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat seat a child in a child restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint LATCH Child Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child restraint systems in the rear seat Both anchors must be used otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger Most LATCH child restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective
128. and all the turn signals will flash NOTE The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are on e Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of the law 5 60 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort including air conditioning and audio system Climate Control System sscsscsssscsecsssscsseescessssssscsescseesesens 6 2 Operating Tips eeen r e r ER tae dv ia aden he has 6 2 Venti Operation lt cececce sstestexdeseatscescsssatieeoaweceeiesteeaneedeesieeustices 6 3 Types of the Climate Control System 00 0 0 eceseeseeteeeeteeees 6 5 Manual Type akivas Oeurutastisbodsccaausicren edetearh deheaeenicaanca ae te 6 6 Fully Automatic Type o ccesccsscesssssseesseessesstesssesseessesstesseessess 6 10 Audio System ssccsscssccrscsscsessscessssscessssssesssssessssssessessessseseess 6 15 ARTETA oreraa a a e ca dae vedi a a EE 6 15 Operating Tips for Audio System c cececeseeeeteeeeeteeteees 6 16 VaN OTa iTO ao E AEE E E dh ace ciate Casson secs dstede eens 6 27 Audio Control Switch Operation Steering Wheel 6 44 Auxiliary Inputs cceccceccsccasievsevsed ce cseecsddsceescosensvivecsestevestescvtevst s 6 46 Safety Certification esnan e A E O theese 6 49 Interior Equipment e seseesessssorsesereerossorseeoreorsesoesesoeseeseeorseroesesee 6 50 ELITA E0 Er A ES
129. annot be shifted down to a lower gear Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting down If the vehicle speed is higher than the speed specified for each gear the gear cannot be shifted down to a lower gear Gear Vehicle speed Gear Vehicle speed M4 M3 180 km h 112 mph M5 gt M4 191 km h 118 mph M3 M2 119 km h 74 mph M4 M3 137 km h 85 mph M2 gt M1 47 km h 30 mph M3 gt M2 89 km h 55 mph During deceleration the gears shift down Mera ei automatically when speed is reduced to the following During deceleration the gears shift down automatically when speed is reduced to the following Gear Vehicle speed M4 M3 36 km h 22 mph Gear Vehicle speed M3 or M2 M1 12 km h 7 mph M5 or M4 gt M3 30 km h 18 mph M3 or M2 gt M1 10 km h 6 mph NOTE zi 6 mph The gear does not shift down to MI automatically while in the second gear fixed mode If the vehicle is kicked down at the following speeds or lower the gears shift down automatically NOTE The gear does not shift down to M1 automatically while in the second gear fixed mode If the vehicle is kicked down at the following speeds or lower the gears shift down automatically Gear Vehicle speed M4 M3 170 km h 105 mph Gear Vehicle speed M3 M2 72 km h 44 mph MS5 gt M4 182 km h 113 mph ig T i 7 A M4 M3 133 km h 8
130. arking brake or the shift lever is dangerous as it could interfere with driving resulting in an accident CAUTION Do not place objects or apply force to the auxiliary jack with the plug connected NOTE e Insert the plug to the auxiliary jack securely e Insert or remove the plug with the plug perpendicular to the auxiliary jack hole e Insert or remove the plug by holding its base 6 Make sure the connection plug cord is running through the cap slot reinstall the cap and turn it clockwise about 45 to the opened position Connection plug cord 6 47 Interior Comfort Audio System 7 Pass the connection plug cord through NOTE the slit in the tray mat and then set the e Set the volume of the portable audio unit to tray mat in place the maximum within the range that the sound does not become distorted then adjust the volume using the power volume dial of the audio unit or the volume button of the audio control switch e Ifthe connection plug is pulled out from the auxiliary jack while in AUX mode noise may occur To operate the portable audio unit 1 Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position 2 Press the power volume dial to turn the audio system on 3 Press the MEDIA button MEDIA of the audio unit or the mode switch MODE of the audio control switch to change to the AUX mode 6 48 Interior Comfort Audio System Safety Certification This CD pl
131. arning Light 5 39 BRAKE Charging System Warning Light 5 40 D mrg Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5 40 Y Check Engine Light 5 41 ss ABS Warning Light 5 39 e o o AX Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5 41 O Low Fuel Warning Light 5 42 5 37 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning Indicator Lights Page A Seat Belt Warning Light Beep 5 42 Aah Door Ajar Warning Light 5 43 me Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5 43 AT Automatic Transaxle Warning Light 5 44 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5 44 lt gt Security Indicator Light 5 46 ZD Headlight High Beam Indicator Light 5 46 PRNDM Shift Position Indicator Light 5 46 S TCS DSC Indicator Light 5 47 oF DSC OFF Indicator Light 5 47 CRUISE Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber Cruise Set Indicator Light Green 5 47 0 0 Light On Indicator Light 5 47 A Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light 5 48 a D gt Turn Signal Hazard Warning Indicator Lights 5 48 5 38 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds V Brake System Warning Light BRAKE This warning has the following functions Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position It goes off when the parking brake is fully released Low brake fluid level warning If the light stays on
132. as deci ato eaS 2 25 Child Restraint Precautions 0 ccecsssecsseteeseeceeeceeeeeeeeeaeenes 2 25 Installing Child Restraint Systems 0 ccseseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 2 29 LATCH Child Restraint Systems eccecceseeeeteeeseeteeneees 2 35 SRS Air Ba fSin soosiana reri Ro aa 2 40 Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Precautions 2 40 Supplemental Restraint System Components 1 0 0 0 cesses 2 44 How the Air Bags Work ccccecceecceseeseeeseeeseeeeeeeeeeneeeeeaeens 2 47 Essential Safety Equipment Seats A WARNING Do not modify or replace the front seats Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats Do not drive with damaged front seats Driving with damaged front seats is dangerous A collision even one not strong enough to inflate the air bags could damage the front seats which contain essential air bag components If there was a subsequent collision an air bag may not deploy which could lead to injuries Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the front seats front seat belt pretensioners and air bags after a collision Make sure the
133. at is not designed for your Mazda is dangerous The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure someone Never place objects under the jack Jacking the vehicle with an object under the jack is dangerous The jack could slip and someone could be seriously injured by the jack or the falling vehicle 4 Insert the jack handle into the jack 7 10 5 Turn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the spare tire can be installed Before removing the lug nuts make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move 6 Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise then remove the wheel and center cap V Locking Lug Nuts If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them This key is attached to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire Register them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in the glove box and mailing it in the accompanying envelope If you lose this key consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer s order form which is with the registration card Antitheft lug nut Special key OP To remove an antitheft lug nut 1 Obtain the key for the antitheft lug nut 2 Place the key on top of the nut and be sure to hold the key square to it If you hold the key at an angle you may damage both key and nut
134. at them with noncorrosive petroleum jelly or some other protective compound A CAUTION 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 result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration 8 62 V Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody If not removed they will speed up rusting and deterioration of such underbody parts as fuel lines frame floor pan and exhaust system even though these parts may be coated with anti corrosive 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 It will do more harm than good to wet down the road grime without removing it The lower edges of doors rocker panels and frame members have drain holes that should not be clogged Water trapped there will cause rusting A WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal 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
135. ating the Radio sine neri meai i an a anaa o a a i ai page 6 30 Operating the Cassette Tape Player cccceccccceeseesseeeeseeeseeseeeseeseeeseeseeseeeaeenseaes page 6 34 Operating the Compact Disc CD Player ssssssssseseesessssssesseseeseseesestseeseseesessesses page 6 36 Operating the In Dash CD Changer sssssseesesesssesrsresessesestssesessessesesesesseseesessesses page 6 38 Operating the Auxiliary Jack siarsio E EEE EER RE page 6 42 Error Eala rCer 1D T0 S AEE EE T A E R EE page 6 43 6 27 Interior Comfort Audio System V Power Volume Sound Controls Power Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON OFF Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position Press the power volume dial to turn the audio system on Press the power volume dial again to turn the audio system off NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the audio system on for a long period of time when the engine is not running Volume adjustment To adjust the volume turn the power volume dial Turn the power volume dial to the right to increase volume to the left to decrease it 6 28 Audio sound adjustment 1 Press the audio control dial to select the function The selected function will be indicated ALC OFF Z BASS E TREG KY Z Q FADE v BAL Z BEEP 0H 7 ILLM EET oW THe 4 gt 24H Depending on the mode sel
136. audio system can be set on or off ILLM EFT setting Illumination settin during operation The audio system illumination during operation can be set on or off Time adjustment Rotating the audio control dial switches the display between 12 and 24 hour clock time page 6 54 6 29 Interior Comfort Audio System V Operating the Radio Band selector buttons Scan button Fa a ee a aa Satellite button Seek tuning buttons Manual tuning button Auto memory button Electric serial number button Radio ON Press a band selector button FM AM to turn the radio on Band selection Successively pressing the band selector button FM AM switches the bands as follows FM1 gt FM2 AM The selected mode will be indicated If FM stereo is being received ST will be displayed NOTE If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak reception automatically changes from STEREO to MONO for reduced noise and the ST indicator will go out 6 30 Channel preset buttons 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 NOTE If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be canceled Manual tuning Turning the manual tuning dial will change the frequency h
137. aximum speed capability over 186 mph tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR M S or M S Mud and Snow AT All Terrain AS All Season The M S or M S indicates that the tire has some functional use in mud and snow U S DOT Tire Identification Number TIN This begins with the letters DOT which indicates the tire meets all federal standards The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was manufactured For example the numbers 457 means the 45st week of 1997 After 2000 the numbers go to four digits For example the number 2102 means the 21th week of 2002 The other numbers are marketing codes used at the manufacturer s discretion This information is used to contact consumers if a tire defect requires a recall Tire Ply Composition and Materials Used The number of plies indicates the number of layers of rubber coated fabric in the tire In general the greater the number of plies the more weight a tire can support Tire manufacturers also must indicate the tire materials which include steel nylon polyester and other Maximum Load Rating This number indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire under normal driving conditions 9 24 Customer Info
138. ayback During music CD playback 1 Press the repeat button RPT during playback to play the current track repeatedly RPT is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the repeat playback During MP3 CD playback Track repeat 1 Press the repeat button RPT during playback to play the current track repeatedly RPT is displayed 2 To cancel the repeat playback press the button again after 3 seconds Folder repeat 1 Press the repeat button RPT during playback and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks in the current folder repeatedly RPT is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the repeat playback Random playback Tracks are randomly selected and played During music CD playback 1 Press the random button RDM during playback to play the tracks in the CD randomly RDM is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the random playback During MP3 CD playback Folder random 1 Press the random button RDM during playback to play the tracks in the folder randomly RDM is displayed 2 To cancel the random playback press the button again after 3 seconds CD random 1 Press the random button RDM during playback and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks on the CD randomly RDM is displayed 2 Press the button again to cancel the random playback Switching the display MP3 c
139. ayer is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U S Department of Health and Human Services A CAUTION gt This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel If servicing is required contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer gt Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed gt Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment NOTE 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 NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communi
140. back reclined too far while the vehicle is moving is dangerous as it can take off weight from the seat bottom and affect the weight determination of the front passenger sensing system As a result the front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag and seat belt pretensioner which could cause result in serious injury Always sit upright against your seatback with your feet on the floor Do not drive with the seatback unlocked The 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 adjusting the seatback at any time even when there are no other passengers rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Essential Safety Equipment Seats To change the seatback angle lean forward slightly while raising the lever Then lean back to the desired position and release the lever DL Da Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seatback is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward A CAUTION When returning a rear reclined seatback to its upright position make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while operating the lever If the seatback is not supported it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury Esse
141. belt pretensioner system on or off The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the front passenger seat or if the temperature of the vehicle s interior changes suddenly The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate for 10 seconds if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat changes e If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate after installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat install the child restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Driver and front passenger buckle switches The buckle switches on the front seat belts detect whether or not the front seat belts are securely fastened and further control the deployment of the air bags V How the Side and Curtain Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force an electrical current is sent to the inflators Gases are produced to inflate the side and curtain air bags and after the inflation the side and curtain air bags quickly deflate However the side air bag system for the front passenger is designed to only deploy in accordance with the total seated weight on the front passenger seat The side and curtain air bags will function only once After that the side and curtain air bags will not work again and must be repla
142. cations However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation 6 49 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor lower it for use in front or swing it to the side Sunvisor V Vanity Mirrors To use the vanity mirror lower the sunvisor 6 50 Some models Interior Lights V Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry system operates the overhead light switch is in the DOOR position turns on for e About 30 seconds after the driver s door is unlocked and the ignition switch is in the LOCK position with the ignition key removed e About 15 seconds after all doors are closed e About 15 seconds after the ignition switch is in the LOCK position with the ignition key removed with all doors closed The light also turns off when e The ignition switch is turned to the ON position and all doors are closed e The driver s door is locked NOTE Battery saver If any door is left opened the light goes out after about 30 minutes to save the battery The light turns on again when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or when any door is opened after all doors have been closed V Overhead Lights Front Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights OFF Light off Light is on when any door is open With illuminated entry system DOOR Light is on or off w
143. ccident In addition lug nuts and bolts could be damaged if tightened more than necessary A Turn the jack handle counterclockwise and lower the vehicle Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown 7 12 If you re unsure of how tight the nuts should be have them inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Nut tightening torque N m kgfm ft lbf 89 117 9 12 66 86 A WARNING Always securely and correctly tighten the 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 Be sure to reinstall the same nuts you removed or replace them with metric nuts of the same configuration Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads using a non metric nut is 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 5 Store the damaged tire using the tire hold down bolt to hold it in place Tire clamp i hold down bolt SY 6 Check the inflation pressure Refer to the specification charts on page 10 8 7 Have the flat tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible A WARNING Do not drive with any tires that have incorrect air pressure Driving on tires with incorrect air pressure is dangerous Tires with incorrect pressure could af
144. ced Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems The side and curtain air bags will deploy only on the side the vehicle receives the force of the impact 2 52 Some models V Air Bag Activation Deactivation NOTE Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat is less than approximately 42 kg 93 lb the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not deploy page 2 47 but the curtain air bags may deploy Front air bag activation The front air bags will inflate if the severity of impact is above the designed threshold level e Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km h 14 mph e Hitting a curb pavement edge or hard object e Frontal impact within about a 30 degree range from head on to the vehicle e Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases e Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough stopping force to activate the air bag 2 53 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment 27 e Rear ending or running under a truck s ta
145. cisions You may be unable at times to arrive at your destination due to out of date information on a map disc You should be especially careful when selecting an urgent destination such as a hospital or a police station Your route may sometimes include roads that are not open to vehicles or are closed due to traffic regulations Please comply with the local traffic regulations Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake before operating the system Voice guidance has the following functions Intersection guidance The system voice announces the distance to an upcoming turn and the turning direction This guidance function is automatic Therefore you do not have to set it and it cannot be disabled The system vocally announces the distance to an upcoming highway branching point or junction Roundabout Take the second exit When two intersections are close together the When two roundabouts are close together the voice guidance may be late voice guidance for the second may be late Asessaoou jI 51 GPS is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U S Departmen
146. code will register upon driving the vehicle for 10 minutes Replacing tires and wheels A CAUTION gt When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged gt The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors Do not use non genuine wheels otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Be sure to have the tire pressure sensors installed whenever tires or wheels are replaced When having a tire or wheel or both replaced the following types of tire pressure sensor installations are possible e The tire pressure sensor is removed from the old wheel and installed to the new one e The same tire pressure sensor is used with the same wheel Only the tire is replaced e A new tire pressure sensor is installed to a new wheel NOTE e The tire pressure sensor ID signal code must be registered when a new tire pressure sensor is purchased For purchase of a tire pressure sensor and registration of the tire pressure sensor ID signal code consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer When reinstalling a previously removed tire pressure sensor to a wheel replace the grommet seal between valve body sensor and wheel for the tire pressure sensor 5 31 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Me
147. cons whereas the With Sound page contains icons which also playback sounds With direction icon function The beep alert only activates when the vehicle approaches to within about 500m of the memory point from the set direction HE Allows the name to be changed When editing has been completed select EEJ Furthermore select EEJ to display names on the map or EGG if these names are not to be displayed EZEN Allows memory points to be gt ENTER checked and modified on the ENTER map screen After checking SMM Allows the telephone number to be modified When editing has been completed select HEI yoog ssoippy lect a memor Select a memory __ gt EE Changes the category to point to be stored Allows the storage Preset Destinations in Preset category to be Destinations or changed Select the MEE Changes the category to button corresponding Home Home to the new category gt Select a memory gt eee RE HEM Cancel the deletion m Cancel the deletion 47 yoog ssoippy aa 48 Address Book t Before Steps MENU gt select Open the ADDRESS BOOK ADDRESS BOOK Avoid Area Storage Avoid Area 9 oron Select Confirmation and Modification Avoid Area Deletion All Avoid Area Deletion Category NEG Modification Select R Destination Deletion All Preset Destination Deletion EA Changes the detour Select an avoid position area usi
148. d Fan control dial The fan has seven speeds The selected speed will be displayed Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector switch The desired airflow mode can be selected page 6 4 NOTE With the airflow mode set to 74 position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature heated air is directed to the feet and a comparably lower air temperature will flow through the central left and right vents A C switch O A C With the AUTO or fan control dial ON press the A C switch to select the air conditioning cooling dehumidifying functions on or off NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 C 32 F Indicator remains on even when system is off 6 11 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Air intake selector OC Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected Press the switch to select outside recirculated air positions Recirculated air position indicator light illuminated Use this position when going through tunnels driving in congested traffic high engine exhaust areas or when quick cooling is desired Outside air position indicator light turned off Use this position for normal conditions and defogging A WARNING Do not use the lt amp position in cold or rainy weather Using the lt amp gt position in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog u
149. d becomes an easy target for thieves and intruders 4 Door Leaving your vehicle unlocked is dangerous as children could lock themselves in a hot vehicle or become trapped by climbing into the trunk which could result in death Also a vehicle left unlocked becomes an easy target for thieves and intruders Locking Unlocking with Key The driver s door can be locked unlocked with the key Turn the key toward the front to unlock toward the back to lock NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger door key slot the door can be locked unlocked with the key V Locking Unlocking with Transmitter The doors can be locked unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 3 Locking Unlocking with Door Lock Knob To lock any door from the inside push the door lock knob To unlock pull it out This does not operate the other door locks Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To lock any door with the door lock knob from the outside push the door lock knob to the lock position and close the door This does not operate the other door locks Door lock knob Lock position NOTE When locking the doors this way be careful not to leave the key inside the vehicle VY Power Door Locks Vehicle lock out prevention The vehicle lock out prevention feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle With
150. d into the hood opening and slide the hood latch to the right and lift the hood Type A Type B 3 22 3 Grasp the support rod in the padded area indicated by the arrow ere Soo Support rod SS oe See SS 4 Secure the support rod in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open turbocharger Without turbocharger VY Closing the Hood 1 Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items e g tools oil containers etc have been removed 2 Insert the support rod in its clip while holding up the hood Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood 3 Close the hood so that it locks securely Moonroof The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position Slide switch Tilt switch A WARNING Do not let passengers stand up or extend part of the body through the open moonroof while the vehicle is moving Extending the head arms or other parts of the body through the moonroof is dangerous The head or arms could hit something while the vehicle is moving This could cause serious injury or death Make sure the opening is clear before closing the moonroof A closing moonroof is dangerous The hands head or even neck of a person especially a child could be caught in it as it closes causing serious injury or even death NOTE After washing your Ma
151. d off the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and could ignite anything flammable A resulting fire could cause serious injury or death A 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 gt USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL gt Don t drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction gt Don t coast with the ignition switch turned off gt Don t descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off gt Don t operate the engine at high idle for more than 2 minutes gt Don t tamper with the emission control system All inspections and adjustments must be made by a qualified technician gt Don t push start or pull start your vehicle NOTE Under U S federal law any modification to the original equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties In some states such modification made on a used vehicle is also subject to penalties NOTE While the engine is off the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard at the rear of the right side of the vehicle however this does not indicate an abnormality Your vehicle has a self checking device and it operates while the engine is off Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust Carbon Mono
152. d periods of idling or low speed operation c Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates 8 7 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Mexico Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply Repeated short distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of idling or low speed operation Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates Driving in extremely hot conditions e Driving in mountainous conditions continually If any do apply follow Schedule 2 NOTE After the prescribed period continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Y Schedule 1 Number of months or kilometers whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 x1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120 000 km if noisy adjust Drive belts tension I I I Engine oil R R R RI RI RIRI RIRIRIRIR Engine oil filter R R R R RIJ RI RIRIRIRIRIR COOLING SYSTEM Cooling syst
153. d the antenna when removing snow from the roof Otherwise the antenna could be damaged 6 15 Interior Comfort Audio System Operating Tips for Audio System A WARNING Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped Even if the audio control switches are equipped on the steering wheel learn to use the switches without looking down at them so that you can keep your maximum attention on the road while driving the vehicle CAUTION For the purposes of safe driving adjust the audio volume to a level that allows you to hear sounds outside of the vehicle NOTE Do not use the audio for long periods of time while the engine is off Otherwise the battery could go dead Ifa cellular phone or CB radio is used in or near the vehicle it could cause noise to occur from the audio system however this does not indicate that the system has been damaged Radio Reception AM characteristics 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 Ionosphere Station 1 Stati
154. d will be heard for about 6 seconds The driver s seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep sound are activated The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops The driver s seat belt is fastened before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The warning light will not illuminate and the beep sound will not be heard V Belt Minder NOTE The belt minder can be deactivated Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated Front passenger not seated The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the warning light beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below Vehicle speed sie Between 0 20 20 km h Conditi at km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt Q x Oo x Indicator 4 9 Beep PA O Fastened X Unfastened A Illuminated amp Flashing d Beep Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed 2 23 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the fron
155. de straps on the front seats Never use seat covers on the front seats Always keep the side air bag modules in your front seats free to deploy in the event of a side collision Do not attach objects on or around the area where a curtain air bag deploys Attaching objects to the areas where the curtain air bag activates such as on the windshield glass side door glass front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge and assist grips is dangerous In an accident the object could interfere with the curtain air bag which inflates from the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge impeding the added protection of the curtain air bag system or redirecting the air bag in a way that is dangerous Furthermore the bag could be cut open releasing the gas Do not place hangers or any other objects on the assist grips When hanging clothes hang them on the coat hook directly Always keep the curtain air bag modules free to deploy in the event of a side collision Do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats Placing luggage or other objects under the front seats is dangerous The components essential to the supplemental restraint system could be damaged and in the event of a side collision the appropriate air bags may not deploy which could result in death or serious injury To prevent damage to the components essential to the supplemental restraint system do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats 2 4
156. diator 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 Using Washer Fluid Without Anti freeze Protection in Cold Weather Operating your vehicle in temperatures below 4 degrees C 40 degrees F using washer fluid without anti freeze protection is dangerous as it could cause impaired windshield vision and result in an accident In cold weather always use washer fluid with anti freeze protection NOTE State or local regulations may restrict the use of volatile organic compounds VOCs which are commonly used as anti freeze agents in washer fluid A washer fluid with limited VOC content should be used only if it provides adequate freeze resistance for all regions and climates in which the vehicle will be operated 8 27 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir add fluid if necessary To inspect the washer fluid level in the front reservoir pull off the cap Then holding your thumb over the hole in the center of the cap lift it straight up The fluid level can be seen from the fluid column in the pipe Add fluid if necessary Use plain water if washer fluid is unavailable But use only washer fluid in cold weather to prevent it from freezing NOTE Front and rear washer fluid is supplied from the same reservoir 8 28 Body Lubrication All moving poi
157. dicates diagonal ply construction 16 16 is the wheel rim diameter in inches 90 90 is the Load Index This two or three digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support M M is the speed rating The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated Letter Rating Speed Rating M 81 mph 9 27 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Location of the Tire Label Placard You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information on the driver s side B pillar or on the edge of the driver s door frame SAMPLE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 5 FRONT2 REAR 3 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 385kg of 850 fbs TIRE SIZE COLDTIRE PRESSURE SEE OWNERS FRONT P195 65R15 230KPA 33PSI MANUAL FOR REAR P19565R15 230KPA 33PSI aDoITIONAL S SPARE T 115 700 15 420KPA 60PSI INFORMATION V Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure On the tire label you will find the recommended tire inflation pressure in both kPa and psi for the tires installed as original equipment on the vehicle It is very important that the inflation pressure of the tires on your vehicle is maintained at the recommended pressure You should check the tire pressure regularly to insure that the proper inflation p
158. displayed press the CLOCK button to change the display to the time When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position the time is displayed ru a J I a a x L ay L Time setting 1 Press the CLOCK button until the beep sounds and the displayed time flashes 2 Press the H button to set the hour 3 Press the M button to set the minutes then press the CLOCK button Time resetting 1 Press the CLOCK button until the beep sounds and the displayed time flashes 2 Press the 00 button When the button is pressed the beep sounds and the clock resets as follows Example 12 01 12 29 12 00 12 30 12 59 1 00 6 54 Some models NOTE When the 00 button is pressed the seconds are reset to 00 Trip computer equipped vehicles do not have a reset function Switching between 12 and 24 hour clock time 1 Press the audio control dial several times until 12Hr and 24Hr clock time are displayed 2 Turn the audio control dial in either direction select the desired clock setting and press the audio control dial Press the dial while the preferred clock time is flashing V Ambient Temperature Display With fully automatic type air conditioner When the ignition switch is in the ON position press the AMB switch page 6 10 on the air conditioner control panel to display the ambient temperature Press the AMB switch again to switch the display from ambient temperatur
159. displayed on the menu paye s Guyje5 fe p es Buma Pall 22 Navigation Set Up You can change the language of the menu and the voice guidance t MENU gt select ENTER Before Steps t gt select ENTER 4 r Open the LANGUAGE screen LANGUAGE Select your preferred language from the list Navigation Set Up gt select Before Steps t 2 select a Open the Map Screen MAP i CONFIGURATION Select single or dual map a ear fap Single map screen MAP CONFIGURATION Map Screen Tun Guidance paye s Guyje5 Junction Detail eer noraen _ Turn Guidance E Turn Arrow on first screen While using route guidance the directions for the next junction where you have to turn are shown as a Turn Arrow in the upper right While using route guidance the directions for the next junction where you have to turn are shown as Turn List While using route guidance the directions for the next junction where you have to turn are shown as Turn Arrow Before a fork in the road an enlarged diagram of the junction automatically appears in a second screen This is to make route guidance even clearer Junction Detail Junction Detail wi off Select whether the Enlarged Junction diagram screen is displayed automatically Freeway Information Freeway Information On id Allows selection of whether the guidance screen is to be displayed while driving on a
160. e children are in the vehicle and never allow children to play with power window switches Leaving the power window switches unlocked while children are in the vehicle is dangerous Power window switches that are not locked with the power window lock switch would allow children to operate power windows unintentionally which could result in serious injury if a child s hands head or neck becomes caught by the window CAUTION To prevent burning out the fuse and damaging the power window system do not open or close more than three windows at once 3 18 Some models V Operating the Driver s Side Power Window Manual opening closing To open the window to the desired position lightly hold down the switch To close the window to the desired position lightly pull up the switch Driver s window Close Ea Open T Auto opening To fully open the window automatically press the switch completely down To stop the window partway lightly pull up the switch and then release it V Operating the Passenger Power Windows The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on the driver s door is in the unlocked position The passenger windows may be opened or closed by the power window master control switches on the driver s door Front passenger s window Right rear window Power window lock switch To open the window to the desired position hold down the switch To close the
161. e the weight of the equipment must be subtracted from the payload listed on the tire label in order to be accurate 9 35 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A SAMPLE TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION SEATING CAPACITY TOTAL 5 FRONT2 REAR 3 The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 385kg of 850 Ios TIRE SIZE COLD TIRE PRESSURE SEE OWNER S FRONT P195 65R15 230KPA 33PSI MANUAL FOR REAR P49565R15 230KPA 33PSI ADDITIONAL SPARE T115 70D15 420KPA 60PSI INFORMATION Es S S 2s Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants The cargo weight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehicle occupants from the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed value on the tire label 9 36 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Examples Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg 150 Ibs and a value of 385 kg 849 lbs for the combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg 849 Ibs 68 kg 150 Ibs 317 kg 699 Ibs The cargo weight limit
162. e which could result in the vehicle or its contents being stolen the alarm alerts the surrounding area of an abnormality by sounding the horn and flashing the hazard warning lights Refer to Operation on page 3 27 NOTE The theft deterrent system operates with the key or the keyless entry system transmitter The system will not function unless it is properly armed To properly secure the vehicle always make sure all windows are completely closed and all doors and the trunk lid liftgate are locked before leaving the vehicle Remember to take your key and transmitter Y Operation System triggering conditions The horn sounds intermittently and the hazard warning lights flash for about 3 minutes when the system is triggered by any one of the following e Forcing open a door the hood or the trunk lid liftgate e Unlocking a door with the door lock switch e Opening a door by operating an inside door lock knob e Opening the hood by operating the hood release handle e Opening the trunk lid by operating the trunk lid release lever If the system is triggered again the lights and horn will activate until a door or the trunk lid is unlocked with the key or with the transmitter Some models 3 27 Knowing Your Mazda Security System V How to Arm the System 1 Remove the key from the ignition switch 2 Make sure the hood is closed Close and lock all doors and the liftgate trunk lid from the outs
163. e 23 cam page 24 12 page 26 Navigation Set Up gt select gt Before Steps F select Open the Map Color D USER SETTINGS T E Ei screen Select a screen color from EEE to BE options a USER SETTINGS Map Mode Map Color EE 3 Map Mode Auto Day Night T Map Mode Ano Osy Ngt am Auto The display will automatically switch between Day fuer ge Spee change spees and Night illumination mode when the headlights are Road Restriction Warnings on or turned off and on respectively Day The display will be presented in Day illumination mode regardless of whether the headlights are on or off Night The display will be presented in Night illumination mode regardless of whether the headlights are on or off Distance Distance km Miles Select the distance unit from EE or EIJ Average Speed Average Speed Change speed Set the average speed for each road to be driven This function sets the standard speed average vehicle speed for each route used for calculating the estimated arrival time when calculating the route time CHANGE AVERAGE SPEED E O Average speed setting Residential Main street Freeway eg Changes back to default Road Restriction Warnings The display of warnings during route guidance when passing through areas with traffic restrictions can be turned on or off 19 Navigation Set Up select gt Before Steps t X select gt Open the Arriva
164. e Systems 2rniAs eecastaantnsttedenta O E OE EE Manual Transaxle Operation cceceeseeseeseeeseeeeeeeeseeseenseeaes Automatic Transaxle Controls cccceesssceseececeeeeeeeeeeneeneees Power Steering ooreen eens iee a i E EES Cruise Control a Becta cesln enrnsteccles ts tvenenrime anes Traction Control System TCS wove Dynamic Stability Control DSC c ccsccsssessseessesseesseesseessee Tire Pressure Monitoring System c ccscsessseseessesseesseeseee Instrument Cluster and Indicators ssccssssssssscssssssseeesees Meters and Gauges cccccccsseeseesseeseeeesseeeceseeseeeeeesecneeeneeatens Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds sscsesseeee Warning Indicator Lights 0 cc eceeeeseesecseeteeseeeeeeeeeeeereeaeenes Beep Sounds de scet A iccceis eile ices nbc ieee Bee Switches and Controls csscsssccssscccssecsccssssessessssrsseeesesees Lighting Control i ata eat ealie anita e Turn and Lane Change Signals 20 0 0 cceseeseseeeeeeereeeeeeeeeees Oo Tights E A EE ot E Windshield Wipers and Washer scsscesceeeeeeereeteeseeeeeenes Rear Window Wiper and Washer 5 Door sssssessesesseeseseesse Rear Window Defroster cccecsesseseeseeeceeeeceeeeeeeeeeeseeeeeanes Some models Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch V Ignition Switch Positions The steering wheel locks to protect against theft Only in this pos
165. e at an Authorized Mazda Dealer The wrong cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel and emission control systems It may also cause the check engine light in the instrument cluster to illuminate 3 20 VW Fuel Filler Lid To open pull up the remote fuel filler lid release 4 Door Remote fuel filler lid release V Fuel Filler Cap To remove the filler cap turn it counterclockwise To close the filler cap turn it clockwise until two or more clicks are heard A CAUTION Make sure the fuel filler cap is tightened securely The check engine light may illuminate 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 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks A WARNING Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver s vision which could result in a serious accident YV Opening the Hood 1 With the vehicle parked pull the release handle to unlock the hood i ee 3 21 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2 Type A Insert your hand into the hood opening and slide the hood latch to the left and lift the hood Type B Insert your han
166. e battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries Do not jump start a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level Jump starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous It may rupture or explode causing serious injury Connect the negative cable to a good ground point away from the battery Connecting the end of the second jumper 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 Route the jumper cables away from parts that will be moving Connecting a jumper cable near or to moving parts cooling fans belts is dangerous The cable could get caught when the engine starts and cause serious injury A CAUTION Use only a 12 V booster system You can damage a 12 V starter ignition system and other electrical parts beyond repair with a 24 V power supply two 12 V batteries in series or a 24 V motor generator set Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order Booster battery 7 18 1 Remove the battery cover from its front side Battery cover 2 Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded 3 If the booster battery is in another vehicle don t allow both vehicles to touch Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both vehicles 4 Connect the
167. e 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 Always keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children Playing with a halogen bulb is dangerous Serious injuries could be caused by dropping a halogen bulb or breaking it some other way Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs Replacing headlight bulbs Without turbocharger 1 Make sure the ignition switch is turned off and the headlight switch is off 2 Lift the hood 8 40 3 When replacing the left headlight bulb turn the cover screws counterclockwise and remove them with the cover 4 Find the high and low beam bulbs in the rear of the headlight unit The outboard bulb is the LOW beam and the inboard one is the HIGH beam Refer to Light Bulbs on page 8 39 With turbocharger 1 Make sure the ignition switch is turned off and the headlight switch is off 2 Lift the hood Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 Perform the following procedure when 4 Remove the strap and raise the air replacing the left headlight bulb filter Remove the clip grasp the attached area of the slide mount and lift it upward and then slide the slide mount to a position where it does not interfere with the frame 5 Find the high and low beam bulbs in the rear of the headlight un
168. e cap from the valve on one tire Firmly press a tire gauge onto the valve Add air to achieve recommended air pressure An A U N If you overfill the tire release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve Then recheck the pressure with your tire gauge 6 Replace the valve cap 7 Repeat with each tire including the spare NOTE Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure 8 Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak 9 Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges cuts bulges cracks or other irregularities NOTE Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures Don t release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure Under inflation can cause serious failures and accidents Over inflation can produce a harsh ride and the greater possibility of damage from road hazards 9 29 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A VY Glossary of Terms Tire Placard A label indicating the OE tire sizes recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry Tire Identification Number TIN A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant tire size and date of manufacture Inflation Pressure A measure of the amount of air in a tire kPa Kilopascal the metric unit for air
169. e lap shoulder belt 3 Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click 2 14 A WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous Always make sure the shoulder portion of the seat belt is positioned across your shoulder and near your neck but never under your arm on your neck or on your upper arm 4 Position the lap belt as low as possible not on the abdominal area then adjust the shoulder belt so that it fits snugly against your body gt Take up slack Keep low on hip bone Y A WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous In a collision this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area causing serious injury Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible V Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle If the belt does not fully retract pull it out and check for kinks or twists Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts ZA vA Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract inspect it for kinks and twists If it is still not retracting properly have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Y Shoulder Belt Adjuster Adjust the height of the shoulder belt if the seat belt touches
170. e no protection to these parts of the body e Hold the driver in a position which allows better control of the vehicle Small children must be protected by a child restraint system as stipulated by law in every state and province In certain states and provinces larger children must use a child restraint system page 2 25 Carefully consider which child restraint system is necessary for your child and follow the installation directions in this Owner s Manual as well as the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions 2 40 Some models Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags AWARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous Alone air bags may not prevent serious injuries The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate Vehicle occupants should always wear seat belts Children should not ride in the front passenger 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 Even if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates always move the front passenger seat as far back as possible 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 Whenev
171. e seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor Push the child restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in automatic locking mode If the belt does not lock the seat down tight repeat the previous step and also this one NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child restraint system You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode When you remove the child restraint system be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions carefully Depending on the type of child restraint system it may not employ seat belts which are in automatic locking mode Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates after installing a child restraint system on the front passenger seat Refer to Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light on page 2 47 2 33 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint With seat warmer 2 34 A WARNING Do not seat a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminated While it is always better to inst
172. e tape into the slot e Ifthe cassette tape is loose it may produce poor sound or performance during playback Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack 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 tapes 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 Interior Comfort Audio System V Operating Tips for CD Player In Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold the CD or optical components prism and lens in the CD player In dash CD 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 Handling the CD player In dash CD changer The following precautions should be observed e Do not spill any liquid on the audio system e Do not insert any objects other than
173. e to the temperature set for the air conditioner Without fully automatic type air conditioner When the ignition switch is in the ON position the ambient temperature is displayed AMB F E I ap NOTE e Under the following conditions the ambient temperature display may differ from the actual ambient temperature depending on the surroundings and vehicle conditions e Significantly cold or hot temperatures Sudden changes in ambient temperature The vehicle is parked The vehicle is driven at low speeds e Press the Power volume switch and MEDIA button page 6 28 simultaneously for 5 seconds or more to switch the display from Fahrenheit to Centigrade or vice versa Y Climate Control Display Fully Automatic Type The climate control system status is displayed To operate the climate control system refer to Climate Control System page 6 2 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Vv Audio Display The audio system status is displayed To operate the audio system refer to Audio System page 6 15 V Trip Computer The trip computer can display the following e The current fuel economy e The average fuel economy e The approximate distance you can travel on the available fuel e The average vehicle speed The ignition switch must be in the ON position Press the INFO switch to change the display mode NOTE When the time is being displayed press the INFO switch to
174. e with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expand 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 against a window or if rear seat occupants grab the sides of the front seatbacks Furthermore sleeping up against the door or hanging out the windows in the vehicle could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection Give the side and curtain air bags room to work by sitting in the center of the seat while the vehicle is moving with seat belts worn properly Do not attach objects on or around the area where driver and front passenger air bags deploy Attaching an object to the driver and front passenger air bag modules or placing something in front of them is dangerous In an accident an object could interfere with air bag inflation and injure the occupants Do not attach objects on or around the area where a side air bag deploys Attaching things to the front 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 releasing the gas Do not hang net bags map pouches or backpacks with si
175. earest facility Select Wearett When narrowing down to a phone number Select 32 Enter the gt Select the POI name POI from and select the list hay Cty Cancel the city selection meme gt Select the Select g Displays list city name S of 5 city from the 5 names list Q nearest the current position gt Enter the _ Selectthe Displays the city name city name Sig aera and select from the input screen Ist Select the category name from the list Select the PIII Searches gt Enter the city city center for facilities close to the center tae name from nearest city hall and select the list and select I Searches gt Select BZ Select the for facilities near the current Category positon name from Searches for Scroll the map nae list and facilities near the current as necessary select position and select za Select the Searches for registered facility from facilities at the destinations the list and select HE Enter the phone number and select HE For Character Entry please refer to page 39 33 D o c J Q 34 Destination Entry and Route Search Select When stopped Displays the police EMERGENCY station select screen Curent 1300 PENNSYLVANIA AVE Nw Position WASHINGTON 0C LAT N3857 43 LONG W77 1 46 mre Displays the hospital Nearby Hospital select screen When driving Sets the
176. eat Belt Warning Beep If the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds If the driver s seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km h 12 mph a beep sound will be heard again for a specified period of time Refer to Seat Belt Warning Light Beep on page 5 42 V Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position with the key inserted a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened VY Lights On Reminder If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened V Tire Inflation Pressure Warning Beep The warning beep sound will be heard for about 3 seconds when there is any abnormality in tire inflation pressures page 5 26 Some models 5 49 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Lighting Control V Headlights ithout AUTO position Type A Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off Switch Position OFF Headlights Off Off On Taillights Parking lights License lights Off On On Side marker lights Dashboard illumination NOTE To prevent discharging the battery don t leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requires them
177. eatback can be used no occupant in the center seat or placed upright Armrest Essential Safety Equipment Seats Some models 2 9 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap shoulder belts out of the way when not in use The driver s seat belt has no provisions for child restraint systems and has only an emergency locking mode The driver may wear it comfortably and it will lock during a collision However the front passenger s seat and all rear lap shoulder belt retractors operate in two modes emergency locking mode and for child restraint systems automatic locking mode While we recommend you put all children in the rear seats if you must use the front passenger seat for a child slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible and make sure any child restraint system is secured properly Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems AWARNING Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained 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 kil
178. eatback to the upright position make sure there is no red indication A rear seatback not fully returned and locked in the upright position is dangerous Sudden stops or maneuvering could cause a seatback to flip forward suddenly resulting in injury If the red indicator is visible on the back of the rear seatback knob the seatback is not locked in the upright position Locked position Unlocked position Red indicator 2 7 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear Seatback Lock 4 Door To lock or unlock a seatback move the lever NOTE The seatback locks are part of the trunk security system page 3 15 VW Head Restraint A WARNING Always drive with the head restraints installed when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted 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 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 As Adjust the head restraint so that the top is even with the top of the passenger s ears never the passenger s neck to prevent injury Removal To remove the head restraint press the stop catch release then pull up on the head restraint V Armrest The rear armrest in the center of the rear s
179. ected the indication changes 2 Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows Indication Turn Left Turn Right Select mode ALC BASS te te D I TREB webe teble Shift the Shift the F A E E sound to the sound to the front rear Shift the Shift the E A L sound to the sound to the left right EEEF OFF ON ILLM EFT o o 12H 24H Hr lt 4 gt 4Hr Flashing Flashing NOTE About 5 seconds after selecting any mode the volume function will be automatically selected To reset bass treble fade and balance press the audio control dial for 2 seconds The unit will beep and CLEAR will be displayed Automatic Level Control ALC The automatic level control is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality according to the vehicle speed The volume increases in accordance with the increase in vehicle speed and decreases as vehicle speed decreases Interior Comfort Audio System The following four modes are available Select the desired mode ALC OFF No change ALC LELEL Minimum ALC LEVEL S Medium ALC LEVEL S Maximum Turn the audio control dial to select ALC OFF or ALC LEVEL1 3 modes The selected mode will be indicated ALC OFE ALC LEVEL ALC LEUEL vw ALC LEVEL 3 BEEP setting The beep sound when operating the
180. ed when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the warning light beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below Vehicle speed Condition Between 0 20 20 km h km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt O x O x Indicator a x Beep P O Fastened X Unfastened A Illuminated amp Flashing gt Beep Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed Driver seated Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below Vehicle speed Condition Between0 20 20 km h km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt Driver o o x x o lolx x Seat belt Passenger O X O X O xK O x Indicator 4 A APIP Beep DID O Fastened X Unfastened A Illuminated X Flashing d Beep Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may cause the front passenger seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed NOTE
181. ed 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 4 Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth NOTE 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 8 61 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care V 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 CAUTION If your Mazda is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced make sure the body shop applies anti corrosion materials to all parts both repaired and new This will prevent them from rusting V Bright Metal Maintenance Use tar remover to remove road tar and insects Never do this with 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 co
182. eeeeeeseceeeeeeneenseeatens 3 20 Hodiny uen cha torte ext eae nearest cea 3 21 Mooni eer n tated mulata tetas toterumeniec tess 3 23 SECUPILY Syste sccsiccesssiccccsusissucceosssecnsasssseasesocessensecsescs soassevssensese 3 25 Immobilizer System cesas ngn E a S 3 25 Theft Deterrent System o c cecccscssssesssesssssessessesesseessesees 3 27 Steering Wheel and Mirrors sscsscscssscssssssssseessssssesesesees 3 29 Steering Wheel meere cedes tiie SEA Reh et teh 3 29 IMT OTS E eee deo cece T E ed cach eed ete 3 29 Some models 3 1 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks A WARNING Do not leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them Leaving children in a vehicle with the 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 NOTE e Refer to Immobilizer System page 3 25 for information regarding keys and engine starting e With theft deterrent system Refer to Theft Deterrent System page 3 27 for information regarding keys and the prevention of vehicle and vehicle contents theft The keys operate all locks Type A Retractable type key G __ Key code number plate Type B i C G__ Key code number plate A code number is stamped on the plate attached to the key set detach this plate and store it in
183. eek switch W release and it will repeat the selection being played When plaving a CD Press the seek switch A to skip to the next track Press the seek switch W to repeat the current track Y Mute Switch Press the mute switch X once to mute audio press it again to resume audio output NOTE If the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position with the audio muted the mute will be canceled Therefore when the engine is restarted the audio is not muted To mute the audio again press the mute switch X 6 45 Interior Comfort Audio System Auxiliary Input You can connect portable audio units or similar products on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over the vehicle s speakers Auxiliary jack A WARNING Do not adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle Adjusting the portable audio unit or a similar product while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident Always adjust the portable audio unit or a similar product while the vehicle is stopped A CAUTION Close the cover when the auxiliary jack is not in use to prevent foreign objects and liquids from getting into the auxiliary jack 6 46 NOTE Before using the auxiliary jack read the manufacturer s instructions for the product being connected e Use acommerciall
184. eezing gt DO NOT USE coolants Containing Alcohol methanol Borate or Silicate These coolants could damage the cooling system gt DO NOT MIX alcohol or methanol with the coolant This could damage the cooling system gt Don t use a solution that contains more than 60 antifreeze This would reduce effectiveness 8 22 NOTE If the FL22 mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap use FL22 type engine coolant If engine coolant other than FL22 type is used the engine coolant must be replaced earlier than the specified replacement interval indicated in the scheduled maintenance page 8 3 If the coolant reservoir is empty or new coolant is required frequently consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Brake Clutch Fluid Y Inspecting Brake Clutch Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly It should be kept at MAX The level normally drops with accumulated distance 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 Without turbocharger Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance V Adding Brake Clutch Fluid A WARNING Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine Spilled brake fluid is dangerous If it gets in your eyes they could be seriously injured If this happens immediately flush
185. eft side of luggage compartment To pull out the seat belt slide tongues with your finger and slowly pull out the seat belt from the recess NOTE Pulling out the seat belt all the way out will switch it to automatic locking mode If automatic locking mode is not needed retract the seat belt fully to convert it back to emergency locking mode Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough even when fully extended a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat Even if it plugs into other seat belts it may not hold in the critical moment of a crash When ordering an extender only order one that provides the necessary additional length to fasten the seat belt properly Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for more information 2 21 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems A WARNING Do not use a seat belt extender unless it is necessary Using a seat belt extender when not necessary is dangerous The seat belt will be too long and not fit properly In an accident the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured Only use the extender when it is required to fasten the seat belt properly Do not use an improper extender Using a seat belt extender that is for another person or
186. eie a Safety certification 0 0 eee Automatic Transaxle Driving tips eeeeeeeeseeeetees Flid tof teed acts ate ea es Manual shift mode 08 Shift lock override ceee Shift lock system eee Transaxle ranges seses B Battery Emergency starting 0 0 eee Maintenance ce eeeeeeseeeeeeeees Specifications ceceeeeereees Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder Lights on reminder eee Tire inflation pressure warning BOOP sieicssdi nean ii Beeps Seat belt warning beep Sounds 11 2 B Before Starting the Engine 4 6 After getting in cece 4 6 Before getting in 00 eee 4 6 Body Lubrication cceceeceereees 8 28 Bottle Holder cceeeseeseeeeeteeeees 6 60 Brake Clutch Plt d s sccnted duce iasisas dace 8 23 Brakes Anti lock brake system ABS 5 7 Brakes assist c ceccessesseeseeseeeees 5 9 Foot brake ccecceesesseeseeseeseeeees 5 5 Parking brake ecesceesceseeeeeeees 5 6 Warning light ce eceeeeeeeeees 5 7 Break In Period cecceceesseeseeeeeees 4 7 Bulb Replacement 0 0 0 0 cece 8 39 C Capacities isian iiin 10 5 Carbon Monoxide ccceseeseeereees 4 5 Cargo Securing Loops ssssesseseseesesee 6 61 Cargo Sub Compartment 6 61 Catalytic Converter c eee 4 4 Gell Phones nargis licen 9 17 Center Console cscesceeseeseeeeees 6 61 Child Restraint Ch
187. el 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 If you live outside the U S A please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance Canada YW Satisfaction Review Process Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition In our experience any questions problems or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer If the cause of your dissatisfaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal dealership procedures we recommend that you take the following steps VW STEP 1 Contact the Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with a member of dealership management If the Service Manager has already reviewed your concerns contact the owner of the dealership or its General Manager VSTEP 2 Contact the Mazda Regional Office If you feel that you still require assistance ask the dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative If more expedient contact Mazda Canada Inc Regional Office nearest you for such arrangemen
188. elect za Route guidance begins using displayed route If your desired route cannot be found Route Options allows the route option settings to be changed 1 page 42 Selecting E amp x for five seconds or more will launch the Demo mode Operate after Step 3 of Direct Destination Input The calculation route can be selected from one of three types namely Quick the fastest route Altern the standard route or Short the shortest route total distance roads used etc Select either mrm EIam or MEZE Altern Short ETE EzE and then select Era Ses 20 mins 29 niles when you have decided oom o 8 3 miles on the route to be used 0 0 mies 0 0 miles 0 0 miles Selecting Select ma Information Route Details regarding the individual routes i e required time POI Icons on Maps Delete Destination POI Point of Interest Icons The following are POI icons shown on maps Restaur f Travel 4 Community All restaurants l Bus Station Convention Center eal Ji American 4 Ferry Terminal Court House Img Japanese Police Station Recreation Mexican School elegy Chinese Hotel Government Offices A Continental Z Rental Car Agency Higher Education 2 4 Fast Food Rest Area Hospital a x ad c T French iz Train Station Library 5 Q m Italian Airport All Search Park amp Recreation Areas All Search Areas Casino Seafood City Center De Golf Co
189. em I I I as FL22 type Replace at first senna o hae after that every Others R R R FUEL SYSTEM Air filter R R R R R R Fuel lines and hoses 7 r I Hoses and tubes for emission r r I Fuel filter R R R IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs Replace every 60 000 km CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines hoses and connections I I I I I I Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I I I I Brake fluid R R R Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 10 000 km Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I I I I I I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I I I I I I I Power steering fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel bearing axial play l I I I I Driveshaft dust boots I I I I I I Exhaust system and heat shields I I I I I I All locks and hinges Ba EALES A oe E TEA E Je EA EA G Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T T T T T 8 9 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers whichever comes first Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate T Tighten Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to sta
190. em 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 NOTE When the engine is jump started to charge the battery uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on This is due to a weak battery not a malfunction Recharge the battery V Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning O BRAKE If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly the control unit may turn the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light on at the same time The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system A WARNING Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated at the same time is dangerous When both lights are illuminated the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances V Brake Assist During emergency braking situations when it is necessary to depress the brake pedal with greater force the brake assist system provides braking assistance thus enhancing braking performance When the brake pedal is depressed hard or depressed more quickly
191. en gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause the battery to explode Wear eye protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery fluid Spilled battery fluid is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in eyes or on the skin or clothing If this happens immediately flush your eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention Always keep batteries out of the reach of children Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin o Keep flames and sparks away from open battery cells and do not allow metal tools to contact the positive or negative terminal of the battery when working near a battery Do not allow the positive terminal to contact the vehicle body 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 8 32 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous Hydrogen gas produced during normal battery operation could ignite and cause
192. ents or wiring An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front seats It is important to protect the air bag wiring and connections to assure that the bags do not accidentally deploy the driver seat slide position sensor and front passenger seat weight sensors are not damaged and that the seats retain an undamaged air bag connection NOTE When an air bag deploys a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released Neither is likely to cause injury however the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction e Should you sell your Mazda we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them from the Owner s Manual is important 2 43 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems SRS have two basic subsystems e The air bag system with inflators and air bags e The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module The air bags are mounted in the following locations e The steering wheel hub e The front passenger dashboard e The outboard sides of the front seatbacks e The front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides The air bags are out of sight until activated 2 44 Some models Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags
193. equirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle Whatever child restraint system you consider please pick the appropriate one for the age and size of the child obey the law and follow the instructions that come with the individual child restraint system A child who has outgrown child restraint systems should sit in the rear and use seat belts both lap and shoulder If the shoulder belt crosses the neck or face move the child closer to the center of the vehicle in the outboard seats and towards the buckle on the right if the child is seated on the center seat Statistics confirm that the rear seat is the best place for all children up to 12 years of age and more so with a supplemental restraint system air bags A rear facing child restraint system should NEVER be used on the front seat with the air bag system activated The front passenger s seat is also the least preferred seat for other child restraint systems To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the front passenger air bag the front passenger seat weight sensors work as a part of the supplemental restraint system This system deactivates the front passenger front and side air bags and also the front passenger seat belt pretensioner system when the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is less than approximately 30 kg 66 1b When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat the system shuts off the front passenger fro
194. er possible always secure a child 12 years and under on the rear seat with an appropriate child restraint system for the child s age and size Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous even though you may feel assured that a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates 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 Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags Sitting too close to the driver and front passenger air bag modules or placing hands or feet on them is extremely dangerous The driver and front passenger 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 back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly 2 41 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous The side air bags inflat
195. er second expressed in bps bits per second Generally the larger the number of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file the more information regarding musical reproduction it carries and therefore the better the sound quality Packet writing A general term for the method similar to that used for floppy discs or hard drives of recording the required file in a single increment on a CD R and similar ID3 Tag ID3 tag is a method for storing information related to the music in an MP3 file Information such as track artist and album name can be stored This content can be freely edited using ID3 editing function software VBR Abbreviation for Variable Bit Rate While CBR Constant Bit Rate is generally used VBR varies the bit rate for audio compression according to compression conditions and this allows for compression with preference given to sound quality Interior Comfort Audio System 6 25 MEMO Interior Comfort Audio System e Audio information is displayed on the information display e There are two types of In dash CD changers Check which In dash CD changer your vehicle is equipped with CD Player In Dash CD Changer non MP3 compatible Cl In dash CD Changer MP3 compatible MPS ee EEK APC Power Volume Sound Controls ccccccsceeseesseeseeseeeseeeececeeseeeeeeeeeseceeeseeeenseeaeenes page 6 28 Oper
196. erating the Auxiliary jack You can connect portable audio units or similar products on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over the vehicle s speakers refer to Auxiliary Input page 6 46 6 42 Interior Comfort Audio System VW 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 Insert the CD properly If the error indication CD is inserted upside down does not disappear consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer CHECK CD TERET Insert another CD properly If the error indication CD is defective does not disappear consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 6 43 Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation Steering Wheel When the audio unit is turned on operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions the switches will be inoperable e When the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position When the power button on the audio unit is pressed and the audio unit is turned off When a cassette tape CD being played is ejected For the In dash CD changer when all CDs are ejected NOTE Mazda has installed this system to prevent distraction while driving the vehicle and using audio c
197. erent from the example P Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars SUVs minivans and light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association T amp RA NOTE If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO European Tire and Rim Technical Organization or JATMA Japan Tire Manufacturing Association 215 215 is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters This three digit number gives the width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 65 65 is the aspect ratio This two digit number indicates the tire s ratio of height to width R R is the tire construction symbol R indicates Radial ply construction 15 15 is the wheel rim diameter in inches 95 95 is the Load Index This two or three digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support 9 23 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A H H is the speed rating The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated Letter Rating Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168 mph 186 mph lt S lt ZB Cc HA a w oO For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR For tires with a m
198. es I I I I Tire Rotation Rotate every 8 000 km 5 000 miles Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I I I I I Steering operation and linkages I I Power steering fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel I I bearing axial play Driveshaft dust boots I I Exhaust system and heat shields Inspect every 72 000 km 45 000 miles or 5 years All locks and hinges Be ie Bey E ee he Te eh Bs ed KES Te Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter Replace every 40 000 km 25 000 miles or 2 years Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate T Tighten Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 3 If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions replace the spark plugs at every 96 000 km 60 000 miles or shorter a Repeated short distance driving b Extende
199. essing a button or the operation range becomes too small the battery may be dead To install a new battery refer to Maintenance page 3 5 e Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when additional transmitters are required Some models 3 3 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks YW Transmitter Integrated key type Lock button Unlock button Panic button Non key type Lock button Unlock button Panic button NOTE e U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation e CANADA This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry CANADA Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device The operation indicator light flashes when the buttons are pressed Lock button To lock the doors and the liftgate press the lock button and the hazard warning lights will flash once To confirm that all doors and the liftgate have been locked press the lock bu
200. essure Refer to the specification charts page 10 8 A CAUTION When replacing repairing the tires or wheels or both have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged NOTE e Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature therefore let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive it 1 6 km 1 mile or less before adjusting the tire pressures When pressure is adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation pressure the TPMS warning light beep may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specification Also an illuminated TPMS warning light resulting from the tire air pressure dropping due to cold ambient temperature may go out if the ambient temperature rises In this case it will also be necessary to adjust the tire air pressures If the TPMS warning light illuminates due to a drop in tire air pressure make sure to check and adjust the tire air pressures e After adjusting the tire air pressures it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km h 16 mph for 10 minutes and then verify that it goes out e Tires can loose a little air quite naturally over time and the TPMS cannot tell if the tires are getting too soft over time or you have a flat However when you find one low tire in a se
201. ey to leave the vehicle and because leaving it in other positions will disable some of the vehicle security systems and run the battery down Leaving the driver s seat without putting the ignition switch in LOCK position setting the parking brake and the shift lever is in P with an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R with a manual transaxle is dangerous Unexpected vehicle movement could occur This could cause an accident A CAUTION Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake linings or pads NOTE For parking in snow refer to Winter Driving page 4 9 regarding parking brake use 5 6 Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with a greater amount of force than is required so that the vehicle holds in the stationary position Ky Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwards then press the release button While holding the button lower the parking brake lever all the way down to the released position f K Y Brake System Warning Light BRAKE This warning has the following functions Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position It goes off when the parking brake is fully released Low brake fluid level warning If the light stays on after the parking brake is fully
202. f residue from the deployment of the air bags or the front pretensioner system gets on the skin or in the eyes wash it off as soon as possible Do not modify the components or wiring or use electronic testing devices on the pretensioner system Modifying the components or wiring of the pretensioner system including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it from activating in an accident The occupants or repairers could be seriously injured 2 17 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light o PN If the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked The warning light turns off after a specified period of time A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If any of these occur consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work in an accident A WARNING Never tamper with the air bag pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs Self servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous An air bag pretensioner could accidentall
203. f 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 Some models 5 7 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving A WARNING Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving excessive speed tailgating following another vehicle too closely driving on ice and snow and hydroplaning reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface You can still have an accident NOTE 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 e The sound of the ABS operating may be heard when starting the engine or immediately after starting the vehicle However it does not indicate a malfunction V ABS Warning Light The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position 5 8 Some models If the ABS warning light stays on while you re driving the ABS control unit has detected a syst
204. f the temporary spare tire use only the same type tires radial bias belted bias type on all four wheels Using Wrong Sized Tires Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda page 10 8 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 Mazda YW Tire Inflation Pressure A WARNING Always inflate the tires to the correct pressure Overinflation or underinflation of tires is dangerous Adverse handling or unexpected tire failure could result in a serious accident Refer to specification charts on page 10 8 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance The Tire Pressure Monitoring System does not alleviate the need to check the tire condition every day including whether the tires all look inflated properly Inspect all tire pressure monthly including the spare when the tires are cold Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride handling and minimum tire wear When checking the tire pressures use of a digital tire pressure gauge is recommended Jee Q es 74 Refer to the specification charts page 10 8 Some models 8 35 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE e Always check tire pressure when tires are cold e Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures Don t release air from warm tire
205. f these methods e Press the ON OFF switch e Slightly depress the brake pedal e Depress the clutch pedal Manual transaxle only 5 22 e Press the CANCEL button The system is off when the ignition is off NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km h 9 mph below the preset speed such as may happen when climbing a long steep grade or below 25 km h 16 mph Traction Control System TCS The Traction Control System TCS enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes 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 A WARNING Do not rely on the traction control system as a substitute for safe 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 Use snow tires or tire chains on the front wheels only and drive at reduced speeds when roads are covered with ice and or snow Driving without proper traction devices on snow and or ice covered roads is dangerous The traction control system TCS alone ca
206. facilitate insertion of the trunk board loops into the trunk board slits first insert the bottom of the rear trunk board into the groove of the luggage sub compartment SS 3 Dar Cargo sub G aooo gt compartment P A oove 3 Rock the trunk board to make sure the board is installed securely To separate horizontally Use the front trunk board to separate the luggage compartment horizontally Interior Comfort Interior Equipment A CAUTION gt Do not place heavy objects on the trunk board or apply excessive force as they could damage the trunk board The permissible weight is about 5 kg 11 Ib gt Do not use the rear trunk board to separate the luggage compartment horizontally The rear trunk board cannot be locked to the trunk board loops and it could move and cause injury while the vehicle is moving 1 Pull the trunk board loops out Compartment divider loop 6 63 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 3 Insert the other trunk board loop into slit B until a click sound is heard 4 Rock the trunk board to make sure the board is installed securely CAUTION Do not place or remove luggage via the rear passenger seat area while the vehicle is moving The trunk board or luggage could move and cause injury 6 64 Some models Accessory Sockets
207. fect handling and result in an accident When you check the regular tires air pressure check the spare tire too NOTE With Tire Pressure Monitoring System A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used page 5 28 NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling store them properly In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7 13 In Case of an Emergency Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating the vehicle loses power or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine is probably too hot A WARNING ey Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine compartment temperature is high You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured i a Y Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury Open the hood ONLY after steam is no longer escaping from the engine Steam from an overheated engine is dangerous The escaping steam could seriously burn you If the temperature gauge indicates overheating 1 Drive s
208. fort Climate Control System This mode can be used when driving on a dusty road or in similar conditions It also helps to provide quicker cooling of the interior A WARNING Do not use the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather Using the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident V Heating 1 Set the mode selector dial to the w position 2 Set the temperature control dial to the hot position 3 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed NOTE e If the windshield fogs up easily set the mode selector dial to the position If cooler air is desired at face level set the mode selector dial at the 74 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 e Inthe W or position the air conditioner is automatically turned on however the indicator light does not illuminate and the outside air mode is automatically selected to defrost the windshield In the W or amp position the outside air mode cannot be changed to the recirculated air mode 6 8 VY Cooling With Air Conditioner 1 Set the mode selector dial to the 2 position 2 Set the temperature control dial to the cold position 3
209. freeway 23 p es Buma all 24 Navigation Set Up This function allows you to correct any error in the position or direction of your vehicle display t Before Steps MENU select Adjusting Current Position and Direction t select ENTER i Open the Calibrate Position screen ao Move to the correct position and select ENTER a er ee pragi Use g or to adjust the direction in which you are BPa EEN 3 heading and select mea ye isle isa Distance This function automatically corrects any error in the display of the current position that might occur after tire replacement t select EEM gt ENTER 4 You will have to drive about 6 miles 10 km before distance correction is complete t select gt ENTER 4 Map Version The map and software version numbers can be confirmed using this function t select ENTER 4 Map and software versions are now displayed MAP VERSION paye s Guyje5 m 25 Navigation Set Up This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial default settings t MENU select ENTER Before Steps i select ENTER Open the SYSTEM DEFAULTS screen SYSTEM DEFAULTS Select EJ System detaults will be restored Please see handbook for more Information on system detaults O O gt Q o me oO a If you execute Res
210. from inside the vehicle Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury or damage the wipers When washing or servicing your Mazda make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position 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 8 60 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 NOTE e Mazda is not responsible for scratches caused by automatic car washes or improper washing e 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 Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water and a soft cloth when washing the vehicle Do not use a nylon cloth Rub gently when washing or drying the vehicle e 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 C
211. g Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake before operating the system Warning Select Eta or E for toll 7 gt gt a roads major roads and ferry ENTER gt and restricted roads The route will not necessarily follow the specified conditions gt Select aA gt Move to location and then Bunnoy Change press Enen Location Shows the map for the destination way points Press EJ Eg to change the a Ew order _ Select HE Pos HG Cancel the deletion EE EES EN EG Searches the detour routes at one three and five miles from the present position to the selected routes Display range varies according to the set distance of the selected route Whole Route searches the route that detours from the present position for all routes gt Select EM from gt ME Pos ma the roads to be avoided HG Cancel the setting 43 Route Options t Before Steps MENU gt select Fi Open the ROUTE OPTIONS Menu ROUTE OPTIONS Select E y Me E Display Preview pl Route Preview Route Preview 44 Bulynoy Use the buttons displayed on screen to carry out a simulation run Move the start point GE Carry out a simulation run in the direction of the start point
212. g system warning light flashes e The air bag system warning light remains illuminated e The air bag system warning light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position e The air bag system warning beep sound will be heard The air bags have deployed Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart For more details about this indicator light and this chart refer to Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 47 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damaged air bag seat belt pretensioner system components Expended or damaged air bag seat belt pretensioner system components must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in any subsequent accident Driving with an expended or damaged air bag or pretensioner unit will not afford you the necessary protection in the event of any subsequent accident which could result in serious injury or death Do not remove interior air bag parts Removing any components such as the front seats front dashboard the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge containing air bag parts or sensors is danger
213. ge Signals V Vanity Mirrors sesser Vehicle Information Labels W Air bag system seese Automatic transaxle s s Brake system sseeeeeeeeeeeen Charging system sseseeeeeeeeee Check engine sietne DOOr ajar oo eeeceeceeseeseeeeeeeeteeees Engine oil pressure eee Front seat belt pretensioner Low washer fluid level Seatbelt eenia anina Tire pressure monitoring SYStEM siie iee iee Warranty koer eaea A W Washer Fluid nscncncinnrcaniioa 8 27 Weight sessed viecssideenctactcsissevicheetesets 10 6 Wheel Replacement e eee 8 38 Windows Power windows ccsseseeeeerees 3 18 Windshield Washer cscceeeees 5 57 Windshield Wipers ccceereeees 5 55 Blades replacement 5 8 29 Winter Driving 0 0 0 ceeeeeeseeeeteeneees 4 9 Index 11 8 NAVIGATION Preparation eens See page 4 for specific information SYSTE M Immediate use Getting See page 4 for specific information started Routing Advanced use See page 5 for specific information Volume Adjustment If necessary If See page 5 for specific information necessary 2007 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan May 2007 Print1 Accessories Please contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you are missing the following accessory Map Disc CAUTION THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT HOWEVER THIS PRODUC
214. ge air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy whereas during more severe impacts they deploy with more energy Deployment of the front air bags may differ between the driver and the front passenger depending on the driver seat position front passenger weight and front seat belt usage all of which provide data from each sensor to the air bag system The front air bags will deploy only in a frontal or frontal offset impact Driver seat slide position sensor Your vehicle is equipped with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of the supplemental restraint system The sensor is located under the driver seat The sensor determines whether the driver seat is fore or aft of a reference position and sends the seat position to the diagnostic module SAS unit The sensor is also designed to control the deployment of the driver air bag depending on how close the driver seat is to the steering wheel The air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes if the sensor has a possible malfunction page 2 56 2 47 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors Vehicles equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors are also equipped with a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped page 2 33 These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails T
215. ght Rear 10 10 7 Some models Specifications W Tires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle When replacing tires Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle For details contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8 35 Standard tire ee Inflation pressure Tire size Front Rear P195 65R15 89H 230 kPa 34 psi 230 kPa 34 psi P205 55R16 89H 220 kPa 32 psi 220 kPa 32 psi P205 50R17 88V 220 kPa 32 psi 220 kPa 32 psi 215 45R18 93Y 230 kPa 34 psi 220 kPa 32 psi Temporary spare tire Tire size Inflation pressure T115 70D15 90M T125 70D16 96M 420 kPa 60 psi T125 70D17 98M V Fuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8 50 10 8 f i i Index Index A Accessory Socket sssr Add On Non Genuine Parts and ACCESSOTIES aiaee a Er rE A Air Bag Systems ccecceeseeseeeeees Ambient Temperature Display ANENA ceeds Seewisncente data ceva Anti Lock Brake System ABS Warning light 0 0 0 0 cesses Appearance Care eceeceeseeseeeeeees Ashtray renies a hie Audio System cccceesesesseeseeeeeeees Audio control switch Audio Setene ieni onii Auxiliary Input eens Operating tips for audio SYSTE sivtecee aeae
216. gle the steering wheel from side to side Leaving the key or start knob in any position but LOCK position also disables some of the security features and may run the battery down ACC Accessory The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started The warning lights except brakes should be inspected before the engine is started page 5 37 NOTE When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard This does not indicate an abnormality START The engine is started in this position It will crank until you release the key then it returns to the ON position The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started page 5 37 V Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position with the key inserted a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver s door is opened 5 3 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE Engine starting is controlled by the spark ignition system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise 1 Occupants should fasten their seat belts 2 Make sure the parking brake is on 3 Depress the brake ped
217. h to the OFF position or turn the headlights off NOTE The fog lights will turn off when the headlights are set at high beam With auto light control If the headlight switch is in the AUTO position the front fog lights can be turned on when the headlights the exterior lights and dashboard illumination are on 5 54 Some models Windshield Wipers and Washer The ignition switch must be in the ON position A WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir 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 Do not use the washer without first warming the windshield and never use plain tap water Using windshield washer fluid without anti freeze protection in freezing temperatures is dangerous The washer fluid could freeze on the windshield and block your vision You could have an accident NOTE Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades the wiper motor is protected from motor breakdown overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades but only for about 5 minutes If this happens turn off the wiper switch and park off the right of way and remove the snow and ice After 5 minutes turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally If they don t resume functioning co
218. have it checked If you shut off the engine while the light is flashing you won t be able to restart it e Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system the keys are needed Bring all the existing keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Maintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE e The keys carry a unique electronic code For this reason and to assure your safety obtaining replacement key requires some waiting time They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer e Always keep a spare key in case one is lost If a key is lost contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Ifyou lose a key an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining keys and immobilizer system Bring all the remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is not possible Y Modification and Add On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system s operation if the system has been modified or if any add on equipment has been installed to it A CAUTION To avoid damage to your vehicle do not modify the system or install any add on equipment to the immobilizer system or the vehicle Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft Deterrent System If the theft deterrent system detects an inappropriate entry into the vehicl
219. he Engine Before Getting In Be sure the windows outside mirrors and outside lights are clean Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires Look under the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks If you plan to back up make sure nothing is in your way NOTE Engine oil engine coolant brake clutch fluid washer fluid and other fluid levels should be inspected See Maintenance Section 8 After Getting In e Are all doors closed and locked e Is the seat adjusted properly e Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted Is everyone s seat belt fastened Check all gauges Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes off Always be thoroughly familiar with your Mazda 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 either slow or fast for a long period of time Don t drive constantly at full throttle or high engine rpm for extended periods of time Avoid unnecessary hard stops Avoid full throttle starts Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips 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
220. he ON position If the ABS warning light stays on while you re driving the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction If this occurs your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS Should this happen consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Some models 5 39 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds NOTE When the engine is jump started to charge the battery uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on This is due to a weak battery not a malfunction Recharge the battery VY Electronic Brake Force Distribution System Warning O amp BRAKE If the electronic brake force distribution control unit determines that some components are operating incorrectly the control unit may turn the brake system warning light and the ABS warning light on at the same time The problem is likely to be the electronic brake force distribution system A WARNING Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated at the same time is dangerous When both lights are illuminated the rear wheels could lock more quickly in an emergency stop than under normal circumstances 5 40 Some models Vv Charging System Warning Light E This war
221. he cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury NOTE Changing the coolant should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 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 that are swollen or deteriorated The coolant should be at full in the radiator and between the MAX or F and MIN or L marks on the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool Without turbocharger With turbocharger h S If it s at or near MIN or L add enough coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to MAX or F 8 21 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance A CAUTION gt Radiator coolant will damage paint Rinse it off quickly if spilled gt Use only soft demineralized water in the coolant mixture Water that contains minerals will cut down on the coolant s effectiveness gt Don t add only water Always add a proper coolant mixture gt The engine has aluminum parts and must be protected by an ethylene glycol based coolant to prevent corrosion and fr
222. he cover t 2 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Rear turn signal lights 4 Door 1 Pull the center of each plastic retainer and then remove the retainers and the trunk end trim Installation 2 Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and then partially open the trunk side trim Installation Od gO LA 3 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 8 45 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4 Disconnect the bulb from the socket Ca 5 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Rear turn signal lights 5 Door 1 Remove the cover 8 46 Right side IU 2 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket E 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Reverse lights 4 Door 1 Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers and then remove the trunk rear trim Removal JET F Ha err J 3 Meee 2 T
223. he danger of the front passenger air bag deploying and could result in serious injury or death to the child gt The total seated weight of the child with the child restraint system on the front passenger seat is approximately 30 kg 66 Ib or more with a child in the child restraint system gt Luggage or other items are placed on the seat with the child in the child restraint system gt A rear passenger or luggage push or pull down on the front passenger seatback gt A rear passenger puts their feet on the front seat rails gt Luggage or other items are placed on the seatback or hung on the head restraint gt The seat is washed gt Liquids are spilled on the seat gt The front passenger seat is moved backward pushing into luggage or other items placed behind it gt The front passenger seatback contacts the rear seat gt Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat gt Any accessories which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat The designated positions with seat belts on the rear seats are the safest places for children Always use seat belts and child restraints Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side and curtain air bags It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window the area of the front passenger seat the front and rear window pil
224. he emergency locking mode the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision When the seat belt is fastened it will always be in the emergency locking mode until it is switched to automatic locking mode by pulling it all the way out to its full length If the belt feels tight and hinders comfortable movement while the vehicle is stopped or in motion it may be in the automatic locking mode because the belt has been pulled too far out To return to the belt to the more comfortable emergency locking mode wait until the vehicle has stopped in a safe level area retract the belt fully to convert it back to emergency locking mode and then extend it around you again 2 12 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems V Automatic Locking Mode Always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child restraint system from shifting to an unsafe position in the event of an accident To enable seat belt automatic locking mode pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the 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 25 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Except Center Rear Position NOTE When using the center rear seat belt refer to Center Rear Position Seat Belt page 2 19 V Fastening the Seat Belt 1 Grasp the tongue 2 Slowly pull out th
225. hen the illuminated entry system is on Switch Position Front Overhead Lights OFF Light off e Light is on when any door is open DOOR With illuminated entry system Light is on or off when the illuminated entry system is on ON Light on V Map Lights The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches Switches Door Some models 6 51 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Switch 3 Position Luggage Compartment Light OFF Light off ON Light on when the liftgate is open 6 52 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display CONSUM AVCUREMNG CD IN MD IN ST OO RPT RDM AUTO M AUTO L 100kmile hL mpg S MA ane FFC 99 34 ee GH Climate control display Ambient temperature display Trip computer Clock Audio display V Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions e Clock e Ambient Temperature Display Outside Temperature Display e Climate Control Display Fully Automatic Type e Audio Display Trip Computer Some models 6 53 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment VY Clock NOTE When the trip computer is
226. hen using a front facing child restraint system in the front passenger s seat NOTE e To check if your front seats have side air bags Mazda vehicles equipped with side air bag will have a SRS AIRBAG tag on the outboard shoulder of the front seats To check if your vehicle has curtain air bags Mazda vehicles equipped with curtain air bag will have an SRS AIRBAG marking on the window pillars along the roof edge 2 32 A WARNING Always move the front passenger seat as far back as possible if installing a front facing child restraint system on it is unavoidable As your vehicle has front air bags and doubly so if your vehicle has side air bags a front facing child restraint system should be put on the front passenger seat only when it is unavoidable Even if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates 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 Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous Even in a moderate collision 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 Even though you may feel assured that the front passenger air bag will not deploy based o
227. here is no ATF adhering to the dipstick even after the engine has been warmed up do not drive the vehicle Otherwise the automatic transaxle could be damaged 6 Shift the shift lever to each range and position and make sure there is no abnormality 7 Drive the vehicle on city roads for 5 km 3 1 mile or more 8 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly O Shift the shift lever to the park position P check the ATF level while the engine is idling and make sure that the ATF level is within the proper level If the ATF level is not within the proper level add ATF The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows Some models 8 25 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4AT The volume of fluid changes with temperature Fluid must be checked while idling the engine without driving at normal operating temperature CAUTION gt Low fluid level causes transaxle slippage Overfilling can cause foaming loss of fluid and transaxle malfunction gt Use specified fluid page 10 4 A nonspecified fluid could result in transaxle malfunction and failure Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly 2 Start the engine and depress the brake pedal 3 Move the shift lever through all ranges then set it at P A WARNING Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever Shifting the shift lever without first depressing
228. hese sensors determine the total seated weight on the front passenger seat The SAS unit is designed to prevent the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system from deploying if the total seated weight is less than approximately 30 kg 66 Ib To reduce the chance of injuries caused by deployment of the front passenger air bag the system deactivates the front passenger front and side air bags and also the seat belt pretensioner system when e There is no passenger in the front passenger seat The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate e The total seated weight on the front passenger seat is less than approximately 30 kg 66 Ib The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates This system shuts off the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system so make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates according to the following table The air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning light flashes and the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates if the sensors have a possible malfunction If this happens the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner
229. his device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device V Operation Arming The system is armed when the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC position The security indicator light in the instrument panel flashes every 2 seconds until the system is disarmed Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the correct ignition key The security indicator light illuminates for about 3 seconds and goes out 3 26 If the engine doesn t start with the correct ignition key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE e Ifthe security indicator light comes on and stays on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the engine will not start 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 security indicator light If it is flashing remove the ignition key and wait 2 seconds or more then reinsert it and try starting the engine again If it doesn t start after 3 or more tries contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer e If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are driving don t shut off the engine Go to an Authorized Mazda Dealer and
230. ial at e For example when the mode selector dial is atthe position between the and 74 positions airflow from the floor vent is less than that of the 74 position A C switch Push the A C switch to turn the air conditioner on The indicator light on the switch will illuminate when the fan control dial is set at position 1 2 3 or 4 Push the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 C 32 F e U S A Canada When the mode is set to 4 or 74 with the fan control dial in a position other than 0 and the temperature control dial in the maximum cold position the air intake selector switches to the recirculated air mode and the A C turns on If A C is not desired press the A C switch to turn it off Air intake selector OCD This switch controls the source of air entering the vehicle Press the lt gt switch to alternate between the outside air and recirculated air modes It is recommended that under normal conditions the switch be kept in the outside air mode Outside air mode indicator light turned off Outside air is taken into the vehicle Use this mode for normal ventilation and heating Recirculated air mode indicator light illuminated Outside air is shut off Air within the vehicle is recirculated Some models 6 7 Interior Com
231. ide using the key If you have the keyless entry system press the lock button on the transmitter The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that the system is armed The following method will also arm the theft deterrent system Close the hood and the liftgate trunk lid Press the area on the door lock switch marked LOCK once Close all doors NOTE Locking the doors with the inside door lock knob will not arm the system V To Turn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by any one of the following methods e Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key e Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON position VY To Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any one of the following methods e Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key e Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter 3 28 NOTE If you have any problem with the theft deterrent system consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer YW Theft Deterrent Labels A label indicating that your vehicle is equipped with a Theft Deterrent System is in the glove box Mazda recommends that you affix it to the lower rear corner of a front door window Steering Wheel A WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous
232. igher or lower Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button A V will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button the frequency will continue changing without stopping Scan tuning Press the scan button SCAN to automatically sample strong stations Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds To hold a station press the scan button SCAN again during this interval Preset channel tuning The 6 preset channels can be used to store 6 AM and 12 FM stations 1 To set a channel first select AM FM1 or FM2 Tune to the desired station 2 Depress a channel preset button for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard The preset channel number and station frequency will be displayed The station is now held in the memory 3 Repeat this operation for the other stations and bands you want to store To tune one in the memory select AM FM1 or FM2 and then press its channel preset button The station frequency and the channel number will be displayed NOTE If the power supply is interrupted fuse blows or the battery is disconnected the preset channels will be canceled 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 Interior Comfort Audio System Press and hold the
233. il gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment Non activation of front air bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases e Collision from the rear FE DE AA Zl oi 616 e Impact to the side but it may deploy the side and curtain air bags 2 54 Some models e Vehicle roll over may deploy the side and curtain air bags but not the front air bags The severity of impact above the designed threshold level to one side of the vehicle driver or passenger side areas will cause the side and curtain air bags on that side to inflate but it will not normally deploy the front air bags 7 S l t Limitations to side and curtain air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact the side and curtain air bags may not inflate in the following cases e Frontal offset impact may not provide enough side impact to deploy the side and curtain air bags Side impacts involving trees or poles can cause severe cosmetic damage but may not have enough impact force to activate the side and curtain air bags Vehicle roll over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side and curtain air bags Side impacts with two wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side and curtain air bags Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Non activation
234. ild restraint precautions 2 25 Installing child restraint SYSTEMS a aai i e e 2 29 LATCH child restraint SYSTEMS arrani aeran as 2 35 Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors 3 10 Cigarette Lighter 0 0 0 6 58 Climate Control System 06 6 2 Gas specifications ce 10 6 Cloke scented eee ee 6 54 Cruise Control cceceesseeseeseeeeeees 5 19 Cup Hold ticnik ict hatin et 6 59 C Customer Assistance sesseseeseeseeeeee 9 2 D Dashboard Illumination 05 5 35 Daytime Running Lights 5 53 Defroster Rear Window cceseesseeeeeseeeeeees 5 58 DIMENSIONS ieira h e 10 5 Door Locks s cnceiseictisinddechennis 3 8 Driving In Flooded Area 000 4 11 Driving Tips ecceeseseeeeeseeeteeteeseees 4 7 Automatic transaxle 5 18 Break in period c eeceeeeeeees 4 7 Driving in flooded area 4 11 Hazardous driving ecceeee 4 8 Money saving suggestions 4 7 Rocking the vehicle 0 0 eee 4 9 Turbocharged vehicles 4 12 Winter driving ceceeeeseeeeeees 4 9 Dynamic Stability Control DSC 5 24 DSC OFF indicator light 5 25 DSC OFF switch 0 5 25 TCS DSC Indicator light 5 24 E Emergency Starting ccceeees 7 16 Flooded engine eceeeee 7 16 Jump starting ee eeeeseeeeees 7 17 Push starting eeeeeeeeseeeeeees 7 20 Emerge
235. immediately Using damaged seat belts is dangerous In a collision damaged belts cannot provide adequate protection V 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 CAUTION Don t scrape or scratch the inside of the rear window You may damage the rear window defroster grid Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add on equipment Customer Assistance esee0 Customer Assistance U S A Customer Assistance Canada Customer Assistance Puerto Rico 9 7 Customer Assistance Mexico 9 8 Mazda Importer Distributors Importer Distributor Distributor in Each Area 00 Warranty ensenen e n ae 9 12 Warranties for Your Mazda 9 12 Outside the United States 9 13 Outside Canada ccccesecesseeeeees 9 14 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country Except United States and Canad naenin naa e 9 15 Add On Non Genuine Parts and CCESSOTIES iunii iis ietiiekes 9 16 Cell Phones scs0e00e Cell Phones Warning Type Approval of Equipment 9 18 Type Approval of Equipment 9 18 Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTOQGS ossis ensi ieiti eteesi 9 20 Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTO
236. int button Clock will be displayed when you set up Stores markers on the map Clock on Navigation Set Up On 9 POI Point of Interest Display button 4 Vehicle marker 1 page 38 Shows the current position and direction of your vehicle 5 Scale display Displays the scale of the map 6 Distance from current position Displays the distance from the current position to the position pointed by Screens During Route Guidance gM tt Wo ENTER ee r 4 eee pla bast g 1 4 2 ee e a cr 4 RET a m T Returns after a ae a 5 few seconds 4 1 Distance and Time to Destination display 3 Turn Arrow display Displays the time and distance to the Shows the direction to turn at the next destination or way point junction and the distance to the junction Selecting this will display the nextand 4 Route Preferences button further information on the way point or c page 42 time and distance to the destination 5 Current Road Name Either required time or estimated time Shows the name of the road you are arrival currently driving on 2 Route display Shows the provided route as a thick blue line 27 p es Buma Screen adjustments and settings Display Menu screen will be shown when you press VOICE DISP and hold Display Menu screen will be disappeared when they have been unused during a few seconds Adjusting the screen quality Adjusts the screen brightness Select ADJ and then BRIGH
237. ion and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add On Non Genuine Parts and Accessories Non genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores These may fit your vehicle but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles When you install non genuine parts or accessories they could affect your vehicle s performance or safety systems the Mazda warranty doesn t cover this Before you install any non genuine parts or accessories consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A WARNING Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non genuine parts or accessories Installation of non genuine parts or accessories is dangerous Improperly designed parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle s performance or safety systems This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries in an accident Be very careful in choosing and installing add on electrical equipment such as mobile telephones two way radios stereo systems and car alarm systems Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add on equipment or choosing an improper installer is dangerous Essential systems could be damaged causing engine stalling air bag SRS activation ABS inactivation or a fire in the vehicle Mazda assumes no responsibility for death injury or expenses that may result from the installation of add on non genuine parts or accessories Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
238. is still inoperable Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE The power steering system is inoperable when the power steering malfunction indicator light illuminates Steering is possible but requires more physical effort Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Cruise Control With cruise control you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km h 19 mph A WARNING Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions Using the cruise control under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in loss of vehicle control gt Hilly terrain gt Steep inclines gt Heavy or unsteady traffic gt Slippery or winding roads gt Similar restrictions that require inconsistent speed VY Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber Cruise Set Indicator Light Green CRUISE The indicator light has two colors Cruise Main Indicator Light Amber The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated Cruise Set Indicator Light Green The indicator light illuminates green when a cruising speed has been set Some models 5 19 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving V Activation Deactivation To activate the system press the ON OFF switch The cruise main indicator light illuminates To deactivate the system press the switch again The cruise main indicator light turns off AWARNING Keep
239. issipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law 9 20 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTQGS A WARNING Keep your vehicle s tires properly inflated and not overloaded Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerous Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded 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 vehicles may vary with respect to grade ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND TO ALL OTHER FEDERAL TIRE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS VY Uniform Tire Quality Grading Quality grade
240. it The outboard bulb is the LOW beam and the inboard one is the HIGH beam Refer to Light Bulbs on page 8 39 L soon IVA gt High beam bulb 1 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it Carefully remove the headlight bulb from its socket in the reflector by gently pulling it straight backward out of the socket 2 Disconnect the bulb from the electrical connector by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the bulb upward 8 41 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE e To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer e Ifthe halogen bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used e Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children Low beam bulb Xenon fusion bulb You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by yourself The bulbs must be replaced at an Authorized Mazda Dealer Halogen bulb 1 Detach the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it to the rear 2 Pull off the sealing cover 8 42 3 Unhook the bulb retaining spring 4 Swing the retaining spring out and away to free the headlight bulb 5 Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the socket by pulling it straight back 6 Replace the bulb 7 Install the new bulb in
241. ited States Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment gt To avoid damage to the key do not gt Drop the key gt Get the key wet gt Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field gt Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the dashboard or hood under direct sunlight Knowing Your Mazda Security System A CAUTION When starting the engine do not allow the following as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly gt Akey ring rests on the key grip gt Metal parts of other keys or metal objects touch the key grip gt Spare keys or keys for other vehicles equipped with an immobilizer system touch or come near the key grip gt Devices for electronic purchases or security passage touch or come near the key 3 25 Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE e U S A This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation e CANADA This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry CANADA Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 t
242. ition can the key be removed Manual transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position push the button when the key is at the ACC position then turn the key to the LOCK position e ON ACC LOCK Push the button Button Automatic transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position the shift lever must be in the P position LOCK Shift lever engaged in P park AWARNING Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked Removing the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock You will lose steering control and a serious accident could occur Before leaving the driver s seat always put the key to LOCK position set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R with a manual transaxle Intentionally placing the key into LOCK position is much more important where you will not be removing the key to leave the vehicle and because leaving it in other positions will disable some of the vehicle security systems and run the battery down Leaving the driver s seat without putting the ignition switch in LOCK position setting the parking brake and the shift lever is in P with an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R with a manual transaxle is dangerous Unexpected vehicle movement could occur This could cause an accident NOTE If turning the key is difficult jig
243. ke note of the following tips The turbocharged engine is designed for optimal operation with premium unleaded gasoline page 4 2 Do not use fuel with a lower octane rating Extra fuel additives are NOT recommended Change the engine oil and filter using the turbo engine interval outlined in the maintenance schedule for your driving condition Use only the recommended engine oil page 8 18 Extra oil additives are NOT recommended After driving at freeway speeds or up a long hill idle the engine at least 30 seconds to cool the turbo before turning off the engine Avoid simply shutting the engine off abruptly after a hard or long drive Damage to the turbocharger may result e Don t race or over rev the engine when starting This should not be done with ANY engine especially not with one that s turbocharged e Do not add any aftermarket devices to alter the engine s ignition timing fuel delivery or turbo boost pressure This may lead to serious engine damage and may void your warranty 4 12 Some models Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing The Mazda3 is not designed for towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda3 4 14 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls Starting and Driving sccccscsscssscscsssscssssssssessessssssesseeseees Toniitlon Swit hesien d dicen caine Dente e Ge ans Starting the Emgine 0 cccecccceeeseesceeeeseeeseeeeenseeeeeseeseeeseesees Brak
244. km h 29 mph 65 km h 40 mph 4to5 68 km h 42 mph 73 km h 45 mph 5 to 6 81 km h 50 mph Downshifting When you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade downshift before the engine starts to overwork This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you need more speed On a steep downgrade downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 5 11 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Various Lockouts gt Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift The ignition switch must be in the ON position Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position NOTE This Sport AT has an option that is not included in traditional automatic transaxle giving the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of leaving it to the transaxle to shift gears Even if you intend to use the automatic transaxle functions as a traditional automatic you should also be aware that you can inadvertently shift into manual shift mode and an inappropriate gear may be retained as you change speeds If you notice the engine speed going higher or hear the engine racing confirm you have not accidentally slipped into manual shift mode page 5 14 5 12 VY Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter P Park
245. l flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes there may be a system malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer V System Error Activation When the warning light flashes there may be a system malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A system error activation may occur in the following cases e When there is equipment or a device near the vehicle using the same radio frequency as that of the tire pressure sensors e When a large metallic object e g a large electric household appliance or a desk top computer is placed on the right side of the rear seat which may block radio signals from the tire pressure sensor to the receiver unit e When using the following devices in the vehicle that may cause radio interference with the receiver unit e A digital device such as a personal computer e A current converter device such as a DC AC converter e When excess snow or ice adheres to the vehicle especially around the wheels 5 30 e When the tire pressure sensor batteries are exhausted e When using a wheel with no tire pressure sensor installed e When using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the side walls e When using tire chains YW Tires and Wheels A CAUTION When inspecting or adjusting the tire air pressures do not apply excessive force to the stem part of the wheel unit The stem part could be damaged
246. l Time USER SETTINGS Arrival Time OH screen The time which is displayed until reaching the destination or a way point can be set as an estimated arrival time or the remaining time t Amai Tm S Select R9 to display the estimated arrival time or Eo to n 5 display the remaining time Vb a Keyboard Layout Keyboard Layout ABC QWE 9 gt Q n a 2 USER SETTINGS m a 20 The layout of input keys can be selected as or K3 Clock Clock On Off Allows selection of whether clock is to be displayed Beep Beep On off Allows selection of whether beep will sound Navigation Set Up Quick POI Selection This function allows you set the categories on the area displayed when the Point of Interest menu is selected on the map Quick POI enables you store up to six Gey kinds of categories which you use most regularly t 1 MENU gt select gt ENTER 4 t 2 select ENTER 4 Open the QUICK POI SELECTION screen QUICK POI SELECTION Select the button for Quick POI storage Salect a 0 PO to Change Catagory Select the category to be changed EZ This button allows you to restore the factory settings Select a category Once selected subcategories will be displayed Subcategories from all of the a individual categories will be Sede nn displayed together Select the subcategories to be displayed on the map Repeat the above steps to add further POI markers
247. lars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy even if a child restraint system is used If the vehicle is equipped with side and curtain air bags the impact of inflation could cause serious injury or death to the child Furthermore leaning over or against the front door could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection With the front air bag and the additional side air bag that comes out of the front seat the rear seat is always a better location for children Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window even if the child is seated in a child restraint system 2 27 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way cannot 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 and always operate the vehicle with each occupant properly restrained A CAUTION A seat belt or child restraint system can become very hot in a closed vehicle during warm weather To avoid burning yourself or a child check them before you or your child touches them NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child restraint systems in the
248. ld 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 it could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Even in a moderate accident the child may be exposed to air bag forces that could result in serious injury or death to the child or the child may be slammed into an adult causing injury to both child and adult Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Rear facing child restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous even though you may feel assured that a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates 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 2 26 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Seating a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat is dangerous Vehicles equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors are also equipped with a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light page 2 33 Even with the front passenger seat weight sensors if you must use the front passenger seat for children seating a child in a child restraint system on the front passenger seat under the following conditions increases t
249. lease help us by providing the following information Nuns 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 3 Vehicle Identification Number 17 digits noted on your registration or title or located on Year and model of vehicle the upper driver s side corner of the dash Purchase date and current mileage Your dealer s name and location Your question s Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer Distributors Importer Distributor VUSS A Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 U S A P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 U S A TEL 1 800 222 5500 in U S A 949 727 1990 outside U S A 9 10 Distributor in Each Area VCANADA Mazda Canada Inc 55 Vogell Road Richmond Hill Ontario L4B 3K5 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 in Canada 905 787 7000 outside Canada Y PUERTO RICO U S Virgin Island Plaza Motors Corp Mazda de Puerto Rico P O Box 362722 San Juan Puerto Rico 00936 2722 TEL 787 641 9300 Y MEXICO Mazda Motor de Mexico Circuito Guillermo Gonzalez Camarena N 1500 Col Centro de Ciudad Santa Fe 01210 Mexico D F TEL Center of Attention to Clients 01 800 016 2932 in Mexico Y GUAM Triple J Motors 157 South Marine Drive Tamuning GUAM 96911 USA P O Box 6066 Tamuning Guam 96931 TEL 671 649 6555 V SAIPAN Pacific International Marianas Inc d b a Midway Motors P O Box 887
250. led In the same collision occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer Do not wear twisted seat belts Twisted seat belts are dangerous In a collision the full width of the belt is not available to absorb the impact This puts more force on the bones beneath the belt which could cause serious injury or death Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous A seat belt used in this way cannot 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 and always operate the vehicle with each occupant properly restrained Do not operate a vehicle with a damaged seat belt 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 Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expended One or both front air bags may deploy and the corresponding pretensioner s may also deploy at the same time While it is safer to use a crash used seat belt that was used in an accident than no seat belt at all using a seat belt with an expended pretensioner or load limiter loaded reduces the
251. lide the unit as shown in the figure to remove it 2 Detach the electrical connector from the unit by pulling it to the rear 3 Install the new side turn signal unit in the reverse order of removal NOTE Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit Replace the unit Some models 8 43 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake lights Taillights 4 Door With LED bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE LED bulb replacement is not possible The rear combination component must be replaced With Non LED bulb 1 Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and the trunk end trim Removal x ay gt LA 2 Pull the center of each plastic retainer then remove the retainers and then partially open the trunk side trim 8 44 3 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 4 Disconnect the bulb from the socket 5 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Brake lights Taillights 5 Door With LED bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE LED bulb replacement is not possible The rear combination component must be replaced With Non LED bulb 1 Remove t
252. lly made for 12 cm 5 in CDs An 8 cm 3 in CD can be played in the In dash CD changer MP3 compatible type only if an 8 cm 3 in CD adapter is used If an 8 cm 3 in CD adapter is not used the In dash CD changer MP3 compatible type only may be damaged Always use a CD adapter An 8 cm 3 in CD cannot be played in the In dash CD changer MP3 non compatible type only even if an 8 cm 3 in CD adapter is used Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD player In dash CD changer Do not insert any disc with a peel off seal affixed to it 6 21 Interior Comfort Audio System Handling the In dash CD changer This unit may not be able to play certain CD R CD RWs made using a computer or music CD recorder due to disc characteristics scratches smudges dirt etc or due to dust or condensation on the lens inside the unit Storing CDs in the vehicle exposed to direct sunlight or high temperature may damage the CD R CD RWs and make them unplayable CD R CD RW exceeding 700 MB cannot be played This unit may not be able to play certain discs made using a computer due to the application writing software setting used For details consult the store where the application was purchased It is possible that certain text data such as titles recorded on a CD R CD RW may not be displayed when musical data CD DA is playing e The period from when a CD RW is inserted to when it begins playing is longer than a normal CD
253. ls 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 V When Refueling e Brake and clutch fluid level page 8 23 e Engine coolant level page 8 21 e Engine oil level page 8 20 e Washer fluid level page 8 27 Y At Least Monthly Tire inflation pressures page 8 35 V At Least Twice a Year For Example Every Spring and Fall e Automatic transaxle fluid level page 8 25 e Power steering fluid level page 8 24 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 Engine coolant page 8 21 e Engine oil page 8 18 8 15 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform As explained in the Introduction page 8 2 several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage For details read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle If you re unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and f
254. luids Please dispose of your waste properly and with due regard to the environment We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer A WARNING Do not perform maintenance work if you lack sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the work Have maintenance work done by a qualified technician Performing maintenance work ona vehicle is dangerous if not done properly You can be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedures 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 scarves and similar loose clothing before getting near the engine or cooling fan which may turn on unexpectedly 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 Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine compartment temperature is high You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Without turbocharge
255. lways be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash NOTE The turn signals do not work when the hazard warning lights are on e Check local regulations about the use of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is being towed to verify that it is not in violation of the law In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram 4 Door Spare tire Jack Tiedown eyelet Lug wrench Jack handle In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5 Door Type A Lug wrench Tiedown eyelet A 1 fat gt We D UN Jack oN A A 7 Ve CY _A jf SSL IW NESSY A_ EE J Jack handle Spare tire Type B Tiedown eyelet Jack Jack handle Spare tire 7 4 VW Jack To remove the jack 1 Turn the knob and remove the cover LEV r 2 Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise Jack screw f Wing bolt In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To secure the jack 1 Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing up and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporarily tighten it 2 Turn the jack screw in
256. m UTQGS Uniform Tire Quality Grading System UTQGS This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U S National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear traction and temperature performance Y 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 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 VY 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 A 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 V Temperature A B C The temperature grades A the highest B and C represent the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to d
257. mfort Climate Control System A WARNING Set the temperature control to the hot or warm position when defogging SV position Using the W position with the temperature control set to the cold position is dangerous as it will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident NOTE Use the temperature control dial to increase the air flow temperature and defog the windshield more quickly V Sunlight Temperature Sensor The fully automatic air conditioner function measures inside and outside temperatures and sunlight It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly A CAUTION Do not obstruct either sensor otherwise the automatic air conditioner will not operate properly Sunlight sensor 6 13 Interior Comfort Climate Control System JAI Interior eee sensor 7 eel 6 14 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE Antenna When leaving your vehicle unattended we V Detachable Type recommend that you remove the antenna and store it inside the vehicle To remove the antenna turn it counterclockwise To install the antenna turn it clockwise Make sure the antenna is securely installed Type A Type B Install A CAUTION gt To prevent damage to the antenna remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance gt Be careful aroun
258. minates Steering is possible but requires more physical effort 5 48 Some models V Turn Signal Hazard Warning Indicator Lights lt I gt When operating the turn signal lights the left or right turn signal indicator light flashes to indicate which turn signal light is operating page 5 53 When operating the hazard warning lights both turn signal indicator lights flash page 5 60 NOTE If an indicator light remains illuminated does not flash or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep If a malfunction is detected in both the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system and the warning light a warning beep sound will be heard for about 1 minute After that the one minute beep will be repeated every 30 minutes Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible A WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sounding Driving the vehicle with the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sounding is dangerous In a collision the air bags and the front seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy and this could result in death or serious injury Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible V S
259. mpartment cover Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks and placing articles on the rear package tray or on the luggage compartment cover is dangerous During sudden braking or a collision objects can fly around and become projectiles that may hit and injure passengers Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury Make sure the adjustable components of a seat are locked in place Adjustable seats that are not securely locked are dangerous In a sudden stop or collision the seat or seatback could move causing injury Do not drive with the seatback unlocked The 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 seatback at any time even when there are no other passengers rock the seatback to make sure it is locked in place Some models 2 5 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Never allow a passenger to sit or stand on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving 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 I
260. n Higher sensitivity A CAUTION gt Do not shade the rain sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield Otherwise the rain sensor will not operate correctly x Switch ain sensor 5 56 gt When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position the wipers may move automatically in the following cases gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth gt If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object gt If the rain sensor is struck with a hand or other object from inside the vehicle Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the ignition switch is in the ON position as fingers pinched or the wipers and wiper blades damaged when they activate automatically If you are going to clean the windshield be sure the wipers are turned off completely this is particularly important when clearing ice and snow when it is particularly tempting to leave the engine running NOTE The auto wiper control may not operate when the rain sensor temperature is about 10 C 14 F or lower or about 85 C 185 F or higher e Ifthe windshield is coated with water repellent the rain sensor may not be able to sense the amount of rainfall correctly and auto wiper control may not operate properly e Ifdirt or foreign matter e g ice or matter containing salt
261. n RDM once again to cancel random playback Message display If CHECK CD is displayed it means that there is some CD malfunction Check the CD for damage dirt or smudges and then properly reinsert If the message appears again take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service Interior Comfort Audio System 6 37 Interior Comfort Audio System V Operating the In Dash CD Changer Music CD player non MP3 compatible Channel preset buttons MPS Music CD MP3 CD player MP3 compatible CD play button CD eject button Repeat button CD slot Load button Disc aise Track up l uprotaer ae o efi e f 77 NOAA e Nem up button S a S E A E N A L ok Track down __ J cr __ Disc button z down Folder down button Display feed dial Scan button Random button Fast forward button Display button Reverse button There are two types of In dash CD Inserting the CD changers Check which In dash CD The CD must be label side up when changer your vehicle is equipped with inserting The auto loading mechanism Type Playable data 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 Music CD player non MP3 compatible Music CD MP3 CD Music data CD DA Music data CD DA poe i lt MP3 file The disc number and the track n
262. n 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 vehicle resulting in serious injuries or death The child in the baggage area could be thrown into other occupants and cause serious injury Never give the car keys to children and do not allow them to play in the vehicle Playing with the folding rear seats is dangerous The folding rear seatbacks cannot be folded down from inside the trunk Once the seatbacks are back up a child in the trunk would not be able to get out the way they had entered If you have small children keep the seatbacks locked sedan 2 6 Always leave your car locked and keep the car keys safely away from children Leaving your car unlocked or the keys in reach of children is dangerous Children who find their way into the trunk through an unlocked rear seatback or an open trunk can become accidentally locked in the trunk This could result in death or brain damage from heat prostration particularly in the summer Always lock the doors and the trunk and as an added measure keep the rear seatbacks locked whether you have children in your home or not NOTE When returning a rear seat to its original position also replace the seat belt to its normal position Verify that the seat belt pulls out and retracts V Split Folding Rear Seatback To fold the seatbacks A CAUTION When
263. n a turn table in a parking lot correct e The vehicle was transported by a tow track or other such vehicle Drive the vehicle for a while where you are receiving GPS signals 55 Asessooou j 56 No GPS symbols are displayed The vehicle position is not displayed No voice guidance Buttons on the remote control do not beep Check point GPS signals may not be received because of obstructions After moving the vehicle away from obstructions the GPS signals can be received Check if the mode is set to the current position screen Press Check if the volume control for the voice guidance has been turned off Check if the vehicle is off the route Repeat the route search while checking the route guide screen Check if you are driving the vehicle in the wrong direction on the route Repeat the route search checking the direction of the destination Check if Beep is set to Off r page 20 Troubleshooting Error message Please insert a MAP DVD The disc is not installed Check if the disk is installed If installed check if the installed disk is correct MAP DVD Read Error The disc installed is not a MAP DVD The disc is wet dirty scratched or upside down or the disc cannot be played with this unit or the incorrect disk is installed Eject the disc and check it
264. n rinse thoroughly with clean water Repeat if necessary Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance VY Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well the blades are probably worn or cracked Replace them A CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other components don t try to sweep the wiper arm by hand i Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the plastic locking clip Slide the assembly downward then lift it off the arm Plastic locking clip CAUTION To prevent damage to the windshield let the wiper arm down easily don t let it slap down on the windshield 8 29 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2 Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of blade holder 3 Remove the metal stiffener from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade amp A CAUTION gt Don t bend or discard the stiffener You need to use them again gt Ifthe metal stiffeners are switched the blade s wiping efficiency could be reduced So don t use the driver s side metal stiffener on the passenger s side or vice versa gt Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffener in the new blade rubber so that the curve is the same as it was in the old blade rubber 8 30 4 Carefully insert the new blade rubber Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal V Replacing Rear Wiper Blade 5 Door When the wiper no longe
265. n the edge of the lens with the flathead screwdriver Some models 8 49 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal 8 50 Fuses 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 If the same fuse blows again avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible V Fuse Replacement Replacing the fuses on the front passenger s side below the glove box If the electrical system does not work first inspect the fuses on the front passenger s side below the glove box 1 Turn off the ignition switch and other switches 2 Remove the cover 3 Turn the knobs counterclockwise and lower the fuse block ee t Locate the position of the suspected fuse by using the chart inside the fuse block cover Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the inside of the engine compartment fuse block cover amp Nn Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 6 Inspect the fuse and replace it if it s blown 7 Insert a new fuse of the same amperage rating and make sure it fits tightly If it does not fit tightly have an expert install it We recommend an Authorized Mazd
266. n the fact that the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side and curtain air bags It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window the area of the front passenger seat the front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy even if a child restraint system is used If the vehicle is equipped with side and curtain air bags the impact of inflation could cause serious injury or death to the child Furthermore leaning over or against the front door could block the side and curtain air bags and eliminate the advantages of supplemental protection With the front air bag and the additional side air bag that comes out of the front seat the rear seat is always a better location for children Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window even if the child is seated in a child restraint system V Front Passenger s Seat Child Restraint System Installation 1 Slide the seat as far back as possible 2 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Secure the child restraint system with the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt See the manufacturer s instructions on the child restraint system for belt routing instructions To get the retractor into the automatic locking mode pull the shoulder belt portion of th
267. ncy Towing ccscsceeeees 7 21 Emission Control System 0 4 4 Index E Engine Coolant annaia 8 21 Exhaust 288 nenien 4 5 Hood release osese 3 21 OID we her eo ict alent arial A eid IS 8 18 Overheating ec eceeeeseeeeerees 7 14 Starting A A 5 4 Engine Compartment Overview 8 17 Engine Coolant Overheating 00 0 0 eceeeseeeeerees 7 14 Engine Coolant Temperature GAS Ernan a E N EE A 5 34 Exhaust Gas reninnenisniiiii 4 5 Exterior Car assorat onn 8 60 F Flasher Hazard warning eseeeeee 5 60 Headlights s sssseeseeeeseeeeseeseeese 5 50 Flat Tifen a tat 7 3 Changing e sesesseeseeeseeseseeseeseseeses 7 8 Spare tire and tool storage 7 3 Flexible Floor Board ceeeee 6 62 Fluids Classification cceeeeseeeeees 10 4 Owner maintenance 05 8 15 Fog Lights osceni 5 54 Foot Brake arai 5 5 Front Seals oa eran nate 2 2 Fuel Filler lid and cap eeeeeeeee 3 20 GaSe TT 5 35 Requirements ecceeseseeeeeees 4 2 Tank capacity 0 10 5 PUS S i sc05 sessesceseeudeachovcayesdupyecdecaetees 8 50 Panel description cceee 8 53 Replacement cceeceeseeeerees 8 50 Index G Glove BOX kuoneana e et Ae 6 60 H Hazard Warning Flasher 5 60 Hazardous Driving seceseeees 4 8 Headlights Control sachet ee 5 50 Flashing eJcccueteivinnnen 5 52 High low beam 1 0 0 5 52 Leveling
268. nd do not allow children to play inside the vehicle Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure Always keep the car from being a tempting place to play by locking rear seats doors and the trunk and keeping the keys where children can not play with them Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous Babies left sleeping and children who lock themselves in cars or trunks can die very quickly from heat prostration Do not leave your children or pets alone in a car at any time Do not leave the car the rear folding seats or the trunk unlocked A CAUTION For vehicles equipped with a rear spoiler do not lift the trunk lid by the spoiler Lifting up the trunk lid by the rear spoiler could cause damage to the rear spoiler and the trunk lid Opening the trunk lid with the ke Insert the key into the slot and turn it clockwise Opening the trunk lid with the remote release lever Pull up the release lever next to the driver s seat Release lever Closing the trunk lid Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut Do not slam it Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks V Trunk Security In some situations you may want to prevent the trunk from being
269. ne the lines and hoses for leaks and damage If new fluid is required frequently consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Automatic Transaxle Fluid ATF V Inspecting Automatic Transaxle Fluid Level The automatic transaxle fluid level should be inspected regularly Measure it as described below 5AT A CAUTION gt Always check the automatic transaxle fluid level according to the following procedure If the procedure is not done correctly the automatic transaxle fluid level cannot be measured accurately which could lead to automatic transaxle damage gt A low fluid level can cause transaxle slippage Overfilling can cause foaming loss of fluid and transaxle malfunction gt Use only the specified fluid A non specified fluid could result in transaxle malfunction and failure 1 Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly 2 Make sure there is no ATF leakage from the ATF hose or the housing 3 Shift the shift lever to the park position P start the engine and warm it up CAUTION Do not shift the shift lever while the engine is warming up If the ATF level is extremely low the automatic transaxle could be damaged Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4 While the engine is still idling pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean and then put it back 5 Check the ATF level If there is no ATF adhering 5 mm from the end of the dipstick add ATF A CAUTION If t
270. ng fluid level I I I I I I Front and rear suspension ball joints and wheel I I I bearing axial play Driveshaft dust boots I I Exhaust system and heat shields I I All locks and hinges L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I Bolts and nuts on chassis and body T T 8 13 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers whichever comes first Chart symbols I Inspect Inspect and clean repair adjust or replace if necessary R Replace L Lubricate C Clean T Tighten Remarks 1 Use FL22 type coolant in vehicles with the inscription FL22 on the radiator cap itself or the surrounding area Use FL22 when replacing the coolant 2 According to state provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 8 14 Maintenance Interval Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 x1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter R R R Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated interva
271. ng through the cap slot reinstall the cap and turn it clockwise about 45 to the opened position Connection plug 45 R 6 65 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 7 Pass the connection plug cord through the slit in the tray mat and then set the tray mat in place 6 66 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency Parking in an Emergency ccsscsssssssssessscsscsssssssessessesesesseres 7 2 Parking in an Emergency eeeesesesseeteeseeseeeceeeeeeeaeeaeeaesees 7 2 Flat Tire ssns 7 3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ccc ceeeesseeeeeeeeceeeeeeseeseeseeneens 7 3 Changing a Flat Tire xiice ieee eid tiise in a 7 8 Overheating csccssccsscssccssssseesssscsssssscsssessesssssssessssscesssesseses 7 14 Overheating s caten dried shane teva ee ee atest 7 14 Emergency Starting ccccccsscssssssccsssssssrsssssessssssssesssssssessess 7 16 Starting a Flooded Engine 0 ccecccceeceeseeeseeseeseeeeeeseeneeesteaes 7 16 JUMpP Startin gs ennn ada aten t e E 7 17 Push Starting fs 2iciaves ctetev hes EA EE 7 20 Emergency Towing cssccssssscsssssscsrssssssrsssssesssssssssssssssssessess 7 21 Towing Description ersero irii i a a AT EREA 7 21 Tedown Hook neorientat aran EAE IES 7 22 Recreational Towing rinnig innte e ea 7 23 7 1 In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should a
272. ng your E Reduces the size of the avoid area preferred method EZA Increases the size of the avoid area Ee Delect an avoid area HEE Allows the name tobe gt to be modified changed When editing has been completed select Ea Furthermore select to display names on the map or if these names are not to be displayed HEU Allows avoid area Ez to be checked and Extends yoog ssoippy modified on the the detour map screen range After checking rox Shortens the detour range Chg Changes the detour position gt Select an avoid gt area to be deleted MEX Cancel the deletion gt Hi Cancel the deletion Select a destination to gt be deleted The order of the displayed list can be changed His Cancel the deletion HE Cancel the deletion 49 juawysnipy ewnjo Heal 50 Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume control for the voice guidance t Before Steps MENU gt select ENTER Open the VOLUME screen volume between gg minimum and NAVIGATION MENU 1 Select the appropriate button to set the maximum VOLUME ESB Sound output will be muted 2 Press the button to return to the current vehicle position screen Precautions System Performance Warnings The navigation system is just a support system for the driver The driver should always pay attention to the traffic situation to safely make de
273. ning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started If the warning light illuminates while driving it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION Don t continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly V Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 97 This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the light illuminates while driving 1 Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way on level ground 2 Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oil pan 3 Inspect the engine oil level page 8 20 If it s low add oil 4 Start the engine and check the warning light If the light remains illuminated even after you add oil stop the engine immediately and have your vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer A CAUTION Don t run the engine if oil pressure is low It could result in extensive engine damage V Check Engine Light c This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the
274. ning of a new i 7 in winter or for other road or for other It may also show reasons roads that only permit one way traffic Destination Depending upon the shape of roundabout rotary the guide map may show a wrong exit e There may be cases where the route remains unchanged after another search e A congested route may be shown It may show a common road under or over an elevated road The route shown only reaches a point near your destination if your destination has no direct access road or the road is too narrow It may show a route where you ll have to make a U turn Troubleshooting There may be some problems due to operational errors or mistakes Please read this manual again and verify that there really is a problem before calling an Expert Dealer we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer to ask for repair services Check point No picture gt i Check if a fuse has blown Consult an Expert Dealer we recommend an Authorized J Mazda Dealer _ lt S S Display d Check if the voltage level of the vehicle battery is low Isplay does Recharge the battery or change batteries not open or gt close a T 5 D ta o o Check if the vehicle position changed when ACC was set to OFF sS When for example The vehicle e The vehicle was transported by a ferry boat position is not gt e The vehicle was rotated o
275. nnot provide adequate traction and you could still have an accident NOTE To turn off the TCS press the DSC OFF switch page 5 25 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving V TCS DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If the TCS or DSC is operating the indicator light flashes If the light stays on the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer NOTE e In addition to the indicator light flashing a slight lugging sound will come from the engine This indicates that the TCS is operating properly On slippery surfaces such as fresh snow it will be impossible to achieve high rpm when the TCS is on Some models 5 23 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Dynamic Stability Control DSC The Dynamic Stability Control DSC automatically controls braking and engine torque in conjunction with systems such as ABS and TCS to help control side slip when driving on slippery surfaces or during sudden or evasive maneuvering enhancing vehicle safety Refer to ABS page 5 7 and TCS page 5 23 DSC operation is possible at speeds greater than 20 km h 12 mph A WARNING Do not rely on the dynamic stability control as a substitute for safe driving The dynamic stability control DSC cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving e
276. nsult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way Wait until the weather clears before trying to drive with the wipers inoperative V Windshield Wipers Type A With INT position Turn the wipers on by pulling the lever down INT Intermittent 1 Low speed 2 High speed For a single wiping cycle push the lever up tom N Mist n Variable speed intermittent wipers Set the lever to INT and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring INT ring Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Type B ith AUTO position Turn the wipers on by pulling the lever down AUTO Auto control 1 Low speed 2 High speed For a single wiping cycle push the lever up to N Mist AUTO Auto wiper control When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position the rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall on the windshield and turns the wiper on or off automatically off intermittent low speed high speed Some models 5 55 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted by turning the switch on the wiper lever From the center position normal turn the switch towards for higher sensitivity faster response or turn the switch towards for less sensitivity slower response Less sensitivity es l Center wt 3 e aoa EA oft a l positio
277. nt and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system so make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates Even if the front passenger air bag is shut off Mazda strongly recommends that children be properly restrained and child restraint systems of all kinds are properly secured on the rear seats which are the best place for children For more details refer to Front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 47 2 25 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Use the correct size child restraint system For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child restraint system depending on age and size If not the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident Follow the manufacturer s instructions and always keep the child restraint system buckled down An unsecured child restraint system is dangerous In a sudden stop or a collision it could move causing serious injury or death to the child or other occupants Make sure any child restraint system is properly secured in place according to the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions When not in use remove it from the vehicle or fasten it with a seat belt or latch it down to BOTH LATCH lower anchors for LATCH child restraint systems and the corresponding tether anchor Always secure a child in a proper child restraint system Holding a chi
278. ntial Safety Equipment Seats V Height Adjustment Driver s Seat By moving the seat lever up or down the seat bottom height can be adjusted Lumbar Support Adjustment Driver s Seat To adjust the lumbar support pull the lever forward 2 4 Some models YW Head Restraint A WARNING Always drive with the head restraints installed when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted 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 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 is even with the top of the passenger s ears never the passenger s neck to prevent injury V Seat Warmer The front seats are electrically heated The ignition switch must be in the ON position Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off When the switch is in the ON position the indicator light will come on a NOTE The seat temperature is regulated automatically by a thermostat Other than turning it on or off it cannot be adjusted Essential Safety Equipment Seats A WARNING Do not stack cargo higher than the seatbacks or place articles on the rear package tray or on the luggage co
279. nts 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 hood s secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released Wiper Blades A CAUTION gt Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper s ability to clean windows gt To prevent damage to the wiper blades don t use gasoline kerosene paint thinner or other solvents on or near them gt When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position the wipers may move automatically in the following cases gt Ifthe windshield above the rain sensor is touched gt If the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth gt Ifthe windshield is struck with a hand or other object gt Ifthe rain sensor is struck with a hand or other object from inside the vehicle Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury or damage the wipers When washing or servicing your Mazda make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position 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 the
280. ol by moving the selector switch to the middle position Manual control mirror To adjust move the mirror s control lever just inside the door Control lever 3 30 Some models Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is flush with the vehicle AWARNING Always return the outside mirrors to the driving position before you start driving Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is dangerous Your rear view will be restricted and you could have an accident Mirror defroster To turn on the mirror defrosters turn the ignition switch to the ON position and push the rear window defroster switch page 5 58 VW Rearview Mirror Rearview mirror adjustment Before driving adjust the rearview mirror to center on the scene through the rear window Type A Type B Reducing glare from headlights Adjust the mirror with the day night lever in the day position Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Push the lever forward for day driving Pull it back to reduce glare from headlights Day Night lever ee WO Day Night AWARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous It can block your view in the rearview mirror which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes 3 31 3 32 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda Fuel and Engine
281. olume Set Clock gt Navigation Set Up Navigation Set Up page 18 Set Clock The current time is set using this function Since time notification is provided by a GPS satellite t Before Steps MENU gt select KETE ENTER rm Open the SET CLOCK screen 7 Select ESN if you prefer 24 hour display RENN for bapa Hr 12 hour display Select EES to move the setting ahead by one hour and similarly select EER to move it back by one hour How to exit Hi Minutes and seconds are adjusted by the GPS however it is necessary to adjust hours under the following conditions Driving across different time zones Daylight saving time start and end S paye s Guyje5 fe 17 peyie s Buma 18 Navigation Set Up You can alter the map display conditions the route guidance conditions and show the system information Stop your vehicle before the following operations Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving Wami aoe Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and put the parking brake on before operating the system t Before Steps MENU gt select ENTER Open ce page 19 NAVIGATION SETUP 1a page 21 NAVIGATION SETUP 1 page 22 1 pag
282. ompatible type Each time the display button DISP is pressed during playback the display will switch in the following order Interior Comfort Audio System Music CD Track number Elapsed time display 4 Disc tray number 4 File name display 4 Album name display 4 Artist name display 4 MP3 CD Disc number File number Elapsed time display 4 Disc tray number 4 Folder number Track number 4 File name 4 Folder name 4 Album name ID3 Tag 4 Song name ID3 Tag 3 Artist name ID3 Tag NOTE MP3 CD This unit can only read English including numerals one byte characters Depending on the CD writing software used proper display may not be possible 6 41 Interior Comfort Audio System Display scroll MP3 compatible type Only 12 characters can be displayed at one time To display the rest of the characters of a long title turn the display feed dial TEXT to the right Hidden titles can be scrolled into the display one character at a time NOTE The displayable number of characters is limited If the number of characters including the file extension mp3 exceeds 32 characters it may not be fully displayed Message display If CHECK CD is displayed it means that there is some CD malfunction Check the CD for damage dirt or smudges and then properly reinsert If the message appears again take the unit to an Authorized Mazda Dealer for service V Op
283. on 2 FM characteristics An FM broadcast range is usually about 40 50 km 25 30 miles from the source Because of extra coding needed to break the sound into two channels stereo FM has even less range than monaural non stereo FM x amp FM Station 40 S0km 25 30 miles Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around comers 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 mmlonosphere FM wave AM wave co oN o o 100 200 km 60 120 miles Atmospheric conditions can also affect FM reception High humidity will cause poor reception However cloudy days may provide better reception than clear days Multipath noise Since FM signals can be reflected by obstructions it is possible to receive both the direct signal and the reflected signal at the same time This causes a slight delay in reception and may be heard as a broken sound or a distortion This problem may also be encountered when in close proximity to the transmitter Reflected wave Direct Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings mountains and other obstacles When a vehicle passes through such an area the reception conditi
284. ons may change suddenly resulting in annoying noise Weak signal noise In suburban areas broadcast signals become weak because of distance from the transmitter Reception in such fringe areas is characterized by sound breakup Interior Comfort Audio System Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower The broadcast signals are extremely strong so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver T 2 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 Station drift noise Station 2 88 3 MHz Station 1 88 1 MHz EO 6 18 V Operating Tips for Cassette Tape Player 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 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 Handling the cassette tape player The following precautions should be observed e Do not spill any liquid on the audio system e Do not insert any objects other than cassett
285. ontrols on the dashboard Always make safe driving your first priority 6 44 Some models Y Adjusting the Volume To increase the volume press the volume button To decrease the volume press the volume button V Changing the Source Press the mode switch MODE to change the audio source FM1 radio gt FM2 radio gt AM radio gt CD player or CD changer gt Cassette tape player gt SIRIUS1 gt SIRIUS2 gt SIRIUS3 gt AUX gt cyclical NOTE Cassette tape CD CD changer and SIRIUS digital satellite radio modes cannot be selected in the following cases A cassette deck CD CD changer or SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is not equipped on the audio system e A cassette tape or CD has not been inserted Connect a portable audio unit or similar product on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over the vehicle s speakers Change the audio source to AUX mode page 6 46 Y Seek Switch When listening to the radio Press the seek switch A V the radio switches to the next previous stored station in the order that it was stored 1 6 Press the seek switch A V for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard to seek all usable stations at a higher or lower frequency whether programmed or not Interior Comfort Audio System When playing a cassette tape Press the seek switch A release and it will advance to the next selection Press the s
286. opened with the remote trunk lid release lever Give your key only to someone you trust To secure the trunk lid lock the rear seatbacks page 2 8 push the trunk lock lever up and close the trunk To cancel the security feature insert the key into the lock turn the key clockwise and pull the trunk lock lever down V Trunk Light The trunk light is on when the lid is open and off when it s closed 3 15 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged do not leave the trunk open for a long period when the engine is not running Inside Trunk Release Lever 4 Door Your vehicle is equipped with an inside 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 inside 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 AWARNING Close the trunk lid lock the rear seatbacks and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous Children could
287. operating the rear seatback knob make sure you support the seatback with your hand If the seatback is not supported with your hand it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury to the finger that pushes the rear seatback knob down 1 Unfasten the lap portion of the center rear seat belt page 2 19 A CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear left seatback Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat belt buckle and seatback 2 Position the outboard seat belts to the side when folding the seatbacks down 3 Support the seatback with your hand 4 Push the rear seatback knob down To return the seatbacks to the upright position 1 Position the outboard seat belts to the side 2 Lift the seatbacks upright 3 Make sure the seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks 4 Pull on the top of the seatbacks from inside the vehicle to make sure they are locked 5 Fasten the center rear lap shoulder belt and check that all seat belts are routed properly for passenger use page 2 19 Essential Safety Equipment Seats A WARNING Always make sure the seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks A seat belt caught under a seatback after the seatback is returned to its upright position is dangerous Ina collision or sudden stop the seat belt cannot provide adequate protection When returning the s
288. or CD R Completely read the instruction manual and cautions for CD R CD RWs e Do not use discs with cellophane tape adhering partially peeled off labels or adhesive material exuding from the edges of the CD label Also do not use discs with a commercially available CD R label affixed The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction 6 22 V Operating tips for MP3 NOTE Supply of this product only conveys a license for private non commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this product in any commercial i e revenue generating real time broadcasting terrestrial satellite cable and or any other media broadcasting streaming via the Internet intranets and or other networks or in other electronic content distribution systems such as pay audio or audio on demand applications An independent license for such use is required For details please visit http www mp3licensing com e This audio system handles MP3 files that have been recorded on CD R CD RW CD ROMSs Discs that have been recorded using the following formats can be played e ISO 9660 level 1 e ISO 9660 level 2 e Joliet extended format e Romeo extended format e This unit handles MP3 files conforming to the MP3 format containing both header frames and data frames e This unit can play multi session recorded discs that have up to 40 sessions e This unit can play MP3s with sampling frequencies of 16 22 05 24 32 44 1
289. or a CD inserted tray press the display button DISP The tray number will be displayed for 5 seconds Interior Comfort Audio System Ejecting the CD Normal ejection 1 Press the CD eject button amp The disc number and DISC OUT will be displayed 2 Pull out the CD NOTE When the CD is ejected during play the next CD will be played automatically Ejecting CDs from desired tray number 1 Press and hold the CD eject button 4 for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard The DISC OUT display flashes 2 Press the channel preset button for the desired CD number for less than 5 seconds after the beep sound is heard 3 Pull out the CD Multiple ejection 1 Press and hold the CD eject button amp for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard The DISC OUT display flashes 2 Press the CD eject button 4 again for less than 5 seconds after the beep sound is heard NOTE If the button is not pressed and about 5 seconds have elapsed while DISC OUT is flashing CDs are automatically ejected 3 Pull out the CD then the next CD will be ejected 6 39 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE 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 ejected when the ignition switch is off Press and hold the CD eject button amp for about 2 seconds and all CDs will eject Playback
290. orting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit 1 Locate the statement The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs on your vehicle s placard 2 Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle 3 Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs 4 The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity For example if the XXX amount equals 1400 Ibs and there will be five 150 lb passengers in your vehicle the amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 Ibs 1400 750 5 x 150 650 Ibs 5 Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle That weight may not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage load capacity calculated in Step 4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer the load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle 9 41 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects U S A 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
291. oster clears frost fog and thin ice from the rear window The ignition switch must be in the ON position Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster The rear window defroster operates for about 10 15 minutes and turns off automatically The indicator light illuminates during operation To turn off the rear window defroster before the 10 15 minutes has elapsed press the switch again Manual Type Air Conditioning Indicator light Tf fe AEJ OS ee N S i Fully Automatic Type Air Conditioning Indicator light A 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 NOTE This defroster is not designed for melting snow If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window remove it before using the defroster Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn press the bho mark on the steering wheel 5 59 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it XN Hazard warning flasher Depress the hazard warning flasher
292. ous These parts contain essential air bag components The air bag could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer remove these parts Dispose of the air bag properly 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 dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle 2 57 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer refer to Customer Assistance U S A page 9 2 2 58 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls opening closing and adjustment of various parts Doors and LOCKS cissessicccctevcsscsscscsssaisocssecscssectseesscsossensescscesecenessenss 3 2 l CAE E E TE E 3 2 Keyless Entry System w cccccscssssssssssssssssssssssssssssesssssessessseess 3 3 DG OT LOCKS irain a RAE CRE Santee neni ees 3 8 Liftgate S Door siraga E R 3 11 Trunk Lid 4 D008 er nan Sie eee RS 3 14 Inside Trunk Release Lever 4 Door ccccccecsscessseeseeeneeeee 3 16 Power Windows et 3 18 Fuel Filler Lid and Cap ccececceeceeseeseeen
293. p Your vision will be hampered which could lead to a serious accident AMB Ambient Temperature switch AMB 6 12 Press the AMB switch to display the ambient temperature NOTE The displayed ambient temperature may vary from the actual ambient temperature depending on the surrounding area and vehicle conditions e Press the AMB switch again to switch the display from ambient temperature to the temperature set for the air conditioner Windshield defroster switch Press the switch to defrost the windshield and front door windows V Operation of Automatic Air Conditioning 1 Press the AUTO switch Selection of the airflow mode air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled 2 Use the temperature control dial to select a desired temperature To turn off the system press the OFF switch NOTE e Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faster rate When selecting heat the system will restrict airflow until it has warmed to prevent cold air from blowing out of the vents V Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Press the windshield defroster switch In this position the amp position is automatically selected and the air conditioner automatically turns on The air conditioner will directly dehumidify the air to the front windshield and side windows page 6 4 Airflow amount will be increased Interior Co
294. paintwork if they are not removed 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 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 for one to two hours After removing the newspaper rinse off the loosened debris with water Y Water Marks 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 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 Y Paint Chipping Occurrence Paint
295. part than the sets of LATCH lower anchors for child restraint system installation at other seating positions Child restraint systems with rigid LATCH attachments cannot be installed on the center seating position Some LATCH equipped child restraint systems can be placed in the center position and will reach the nearest LATCH lower anchors which are 400 mm 15 75 in apart LATCH compatible child restraint systems with attachments on belt webbing can be used at this seating position only if the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions state that the child restraint system can be installed to LATCH lower anchors that are 400 mm 15 75 in apart Do not attach two child restraint systems to the same LATCH lower anchor If your child restraint system has a tether it must also be used for your child s optimum safety 2 37 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint A WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child restraint system Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child restraint system is dangerous This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury Always attach the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position Attaching the tether strap to the incorrect tether anchor position is dangerous In a collision the tether strap could come off and loosen the child restraint system If the child restraint system moves it could result in death or inj
296. peed Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road Stop and inspect the tire for damage If the tire is under inflated or damaged deflate it remove the tire and rim and replace it with your spare tire If you cannot detect a cause have the vehicle towed to the nearest vehicle or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected 9 33 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Vehicle Loading A WARNING Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and or trailer to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability with or without a trailer Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance Before loading your vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining your vehicle s weight ratings with or without a trailer from the vehicle s Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label AWARNING Overloaded Vehicle Overloading a vehicle is dangerous The results of overloading can have serious consequences in terms of passenger safety Too much weight on a vehicle s suspension system can cause spring or shock absorber failure brake failure handling or steering problems i
297. person to ride in the luggage compartment Allowing a person to ride in the luggage compartment is dangerous The person in the luggage compartment could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision Do not drive with the liftgate open Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous An open liftgate in a moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn into the cabin This gas contains CO carbon monoxide which is colorless odorless and highly poisonous and it can cause loss of consciousness and death Moreover an open liftgate could cause occupants to fall out in an accident V Locking Unlocking with Key The liftgate can be locked unlocked by inserting the key into the driver s door key slot refer to Power Door Locks page 3 9 VY Locking Unlocking with Transmitter The liftgate can be locked unlocked by operating the keyless entry system transmitter refer to Keyless Entry System page 3 3 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking Unlocking with Door Lock Switch The liftgate can be locked unlocked by operating the door lock switch refer to Power Door Locks page 3 9 V Opening and Closing the Liftgate Opening the liftgate Pull the handle and lift up the liftgate 3 11 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the liftgate cannot be unlocked perform the follo
298. ply with the traffic regulations Select the desired Search Area EEE ID OR WA AR AL LA MS TN gt ENTER gt EJ a CA NV EE CT MA ME NH NJ NY RI VT E AZ CO MT NM UT WY E DC DE MD PA VA WV EZI A KS MN MO ND NE SD FL GA NC SC E OK TX E CANADA E IL IN KY MI OH WI Bunnoy Any City Cancel the city selection mE gt Select l gt Enter Select Enter gt Select Direct Displays list of the the the the o destination 5 city names city street street house input nearest the name name name no E current from and from page 40 position the select the list List list Enter Select gt Enter gt Select the Displays the the the the street name city name city city street from the list input screen name name name and from and select the select List list List gt Enterthe gt Select the gt Select the city Enter Select street street name name from the the ok name and from the list list house select no For Character Entry please refer to page 39 31 Destination Entry and Route Search Open the Select When entering the destination DESTINATION aiis joint directly ENTRY Menu POINT OF INTEREST Select iin ied When narrowing down to city name Select DESTINATION ENTRY When narrowing Point of down to category interest Sjea When narrowing down to the n
299. possible The system may not work in an accident A WARNING Never tamper with the air bag pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs Self servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous An air bag pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death 2 56 V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep Ifa malfunction is detected in the air bag front seat belt pretensioner systems and the warning light a warning beep sound will be heard for about 5 seconds every minute The air bag and seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sound will continue to be heard for approximately 35 minutes Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible A WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sounding Driving the vehicle with the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sounding is dangerous In a collision the air bags and the front seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy and this could result in death or serious injury Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible Y Maintenance The air bag systems do not require regular maintenance But if any of the following occurs take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible e The air ba
300. pressure psi Pounds per square inch the English unit for air pressure B pillar The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind the front door Original Equipment OE Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle Vehicle Load Limit The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and cargo Bead Area of the Tire Area of the tire next to the rim Sidewall Area of the Tire Area between the bead area and the tread Tread Area of the Tire Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it s mounted on the vehicle Seating capacity means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants Seating capacity is described on the tire label Production options weight is the combination weight of installed regular production options weighing over 2 3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace and not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight including heavy duty brakes ride levelers roof rack heavy duty battery and special trim Rim is the metal support wheel for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are seated 9 30 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally Here are some important maintenance points YW Tire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly including the spare when the tire
301. pushing into luggage or other items placed behind it gt The front passenger seatback contacts the rear seat gt Luggage or other items are placed between the front passenger seat and driver seat gt Any accessories which might increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the total seated weight on the front passenger seat is less than approximately 30 kg 66 Ib and they will reactivate when the weight exceeds approximately 42 kg 93 Ib A CAUTION gt To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors in the front seat bottoms gt Do not place sharp objects on the front seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on them gt Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats gt To allow the sensors to function properly always perform the following gt Adjust the front seats as far back as possible and always sit upright against the seatbacks with seat belts worn properly gt If you place your child on the front passenger seat secure the child restraint system properly and slide the front passenger seat as far back as possible page 2 33 2 51 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the front passenger front and side air bags and seat
302. r Engine coolant Main fuse reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake Clutch fluid Battery Fuse block reservoir Power steering Engine oil fluid reservoir dipstick Windshield washer Automatic transaxle fluid level dipstick fluid reservoir Only for automatic transaxle With turbocharger Engine coolant reservoir A 8 Main fuse Power steering Fuse block fluid reservoir Petia Mls sou Brake Clutch fluid Battery reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W 20 engine oil Without turbocharger Oil container labels provide important information A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction U S A and CANADA ILSAC 8 18 Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and Approval Committee ILSAC comprised of U S and Japanese automobile manufacturers C 30 20 10 0 10 20 30 40 50 F 20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 5W 20 Except
303. r cleans well the blade is probably worn or cracked Replace it A CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arm and other components don t try to sweep the wiper arm by hand 1 Raise the wiper arm and rotate the wiper blade to the right until it unlocks then remove the blade A CAUTION To prevent damage to the rear window let the wiper arm down easily don t let it slap down on the rear window 2 Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder f P S A 3 Remove the metal stiffener from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade pi CAUTION Don t bend or discard the stiffener You need to use them again Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4 Carefully insert the new blade rubber Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal 8 31 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance A WARNING Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting to ensure safe and correct handling am Always wear eye protection when working near the battery Working without eye protection is dangerous Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes Also hydrog
304. r contact Transport Canada by mail at Transport Canada ASFAD Place de Ville Tower C 330 Sparks Street Ottawa ON K1A ONS For additional road safety information please visit the Road Safety website at http www tc gc ca roadsafety menu htm 9 43 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications Service Publications Factory authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer refer to the chart below If they don t have what you need in stock they can order it for you PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION 9999 95 017B 08 2008 WORKSHOP MANUAL English 9999 MX 017B 08 2008 WORKSHOP MANUAL Spanish 9999 95 019G 08 2008 WIRING DIAGRAM English 9999 MX 019G 08 2008 WIRING DIAGRAM Spanish 9999 95 038C 08 U S A only 2008 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 EC 038C 08 Canada only 2008 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 PR 038C 08 Puerto Rico Mexico only 2008 OWNER S MANUAL 9999 95 MODL 08 2008 SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS 9999 95 011F O8NAV U S A only 2008 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL 9999 EC 011F O8NAV Canada only 2008 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL Y WORKSHOP MANUAL Covers recommended maintenance and repair procedures of the drive train body and chassis Y WIRING DIAGRAM Provides electrical schematics as well as component loca
305. r perform all servicing and repairs Self servicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous An air bag pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death V Low Fuel Warning Light Low fuel warning light This warning light in the fuel gauge signals that the fuel tank will soon be empty Refuel as soon as possible V Seat Belt Warning Light Beep The seat belt warning light illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver s seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position 5 42 Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver s seat belt is not The warning light fastened when the ignition flashes and a beep switch is turned to the ON sound will be heard position for about 6 seconds The driver s seat belt is fastened while the warning light and the beep sound are activated The warning light turns off and the beep sound stops The driver s seat belt is The warning light will fastened before the ignition not illuminate and the switch is turned to the ON __ beep sound will not be position heard Belt minder NOTE The belt minder can be deactivated Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder Driver seated Front passenger not seated The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function If the driver s seat belt is not fasten
306. r socket for plug in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots They may damage it or cause electrical failure Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent gt If the lighter doesn t pop out within 30 seconds remove it to prevent overheating 6 58 A CAUTION Do not use the ashtray for trash You might start a fire To use open the cover To remove open the cover and pull up the ashtray Cup Holder A WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous If the contents spill you could be scalded Do not put anything other than cups or drink cans in cup holders Putting objects other than cups or drink cans in a cup holder is dangerous During sudden braking or maneuvering occupants could be hit and injured or objects could be thrown around the vehicle causing interference with the driver and the possibility of an accident Only use a cup holder for cups or drink cans CAUTION To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop keep cup holders closed when not in use VW Front To use open the cover Interior Comfort Interior Equipment WV Rear The rear cup holder is on the rear center armrest 6 59 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the front doors A CAUTION Do not
307. ration Plan Office at Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan 235 Yorkland Boulevard suite 300 North York Ontario M2J 4Y8 http camvap ca Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below Province Territory CAMVAP Number British Columbia amp Yukon Territories 1 800 207 0685 Alberta amp Northwest Territories 1 800 207 0685 Saskatchewan 1 800 207 0685 Manitoba 1 800 207 0685 Ontario 1 800 207 0685 Atlantic Canada 1 800 207 0685 Quebec 1 800 207 0685 V Regional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC WESTERN REGION ALBERTA 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA SUITE 2000 MANITOBA RICHMOND B C SASKATCHEWAN V6X 3K1 YUKON 604 303 5670 MAZDA CANADA INC CENTRAL ATLANTIC REGION 55 VOGELL ROAD RICHMOND HILL ONTARIO ONTARIO L4B 3K5 905 787 7000 MAZDA CANADA INC QUEBEC REGION QUEBEC 6111 ROUTE TRANS NEW BRUNSWICK CANADIENNE NOVA SCOTIA POINTE CLAIRE QUEBEC PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND HOR 5A5 NEWFOUNDLAND 514 694 6390 9 6 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance Puerto Rico Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or
308. re tire at least monthly to make sure it s properly inflated and stored NOTE The temporary spare tire condition gradually deteriorates even if it has not been used The temporary spare tire is easier to handle because of its construction which is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire This tire should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance Use the temporary spare tire only until the conventional tire is repaired which should be as soon as possible Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa 4 2 kgf cm or bar 60 psi A CAUTION gt Do not 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 gt The temporary spare tire has a tread life of less than 5 000 km 3 000 miles The tread life may be shorter depending on driving conditions gt The temporary spare tire is for limited use however if the tread wear solid band indicator appears replace the tire with the same type of temporary spare page 8 36 8 37 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Tires degrade over time even when they are not being used on the road It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare
309. rear seat When using these anchors to secure a child restraint system refer to LATCH Child Restraint Systems page 2 35 2 28 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 tethers 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 Even if your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors page 2 47 which automatically deactivates the front passenger air bag a rear seat is the safest place for a child of any age or size Some child restraint systems also employ specially designed LATCH attachments refer to LATCH Child Restraint Systems page 2 35 A WARNING Tethered Child Restraint Systems Work Only on Tether Equipped Rear Seats 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 child restraint system goes forward without benefit of being tethered Place tether equipped child restraint systems where there are tether anchors Essential Safe
310. released you may have a brake problem Drive to the side of the road and park off the right of way You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor In either case it will take longer to stop the vehicle 1 With the engine stopped check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required page 8 23 2 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 out have your brake system inspected as soon as possible by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated A WARNING Do not drive with the brake system warning light illuminated Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is dangerous It indicates that your brakes may not work at all or that they could completely fail at any time If this light remains illuminated after checking that the parking brake is fully released have the brakes inspected immediately V Anti Lock Brake System ABS The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel I
311. ressure is maintained Refer to Tires on page 10 8 NOTE Tire pressures listed on the vehicle placard or tire information label indicate the recommended cold tire inflation pressure measured when the tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least 3 hours As you drive the temperature in the tire warms up increasing the tire pressure 9 28 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A AWARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the information in this owner s manual Driving your vehicle with under inflated tires is dangerous Under inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may result in severe cracking tread separation or blowout with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury Under inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire It results in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat It is impossible to determine whether or not tires are properly inflated just by looking at them V Checking Tire Pressure 1 When you check the air pressure make sure the tires are cold meaning they are not hot from driving even a mile Remove th
312. right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation Event Data Recorder This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder In the event of a crash this device records data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time These data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur and lead to the designing of safer vehicles Air Conditioning and the Environment Your Mazda s genuine air conditioner is filled with HFC134a 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 Perchlorate Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules seat belt pretensioners lithium batteries may contain Perchlorate Material Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal See www dtsc ca gov hazardouswaste perchlorate 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 2007 Mazda Motor Corporation Printed in Japan June 2007 Print1 How to Use This Manual We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle Your owner s manual when read from cover to cover can do that in many ways Illustrations complement the words of the manu
313. rmation and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Tread Wear Traction and Temperature Grades 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 one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 Traction The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The 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 Temperature The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing 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 Snow Tires In some heavy snow areas local governments may require true snow tires those with very deeply cut tread These tires should only be used in pairs or placed on all four wheels Make sure you purchase snow tires that are the same size and construction type as the other tires on your vehicle SAFETY WARNING The following safety warning appears on the tire s sidewall SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM e EXPLOSION OF TIRE RIM ASSEMBLY DUE TO IMPROPER MOUNTING MATCH TIRE DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER NEVER
314. 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 A WARNING Be sure to follow the directions for changing a tire and never get undera vehicle that is supported only by a jack Changing a tire is dangerous if not done properly The vehicle can slip off the jack and seriously injure someone Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack Allowing someone to remain in a vehicle supported by a jack is dangerous The occupant could cause the vehicle to fall resulting in serious injury CAUTION With Tire Pressure Monitoring System The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors Do not use non genuine wheels otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors 7 8 NOTE e Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it With Tire Pressure Monitoring System e Be sure to register the tire pressure sensor ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are changed page 5 30 1 Park on a level surface off the right of way and firmly set the parking brake 2 Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in Park P a manual transaxle in Reverse R or 1 and turn off the engine 3 Turn on the hazard warning flasher 4 Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic 5 Remove the jack tool and spare tire page 7 3
315. road surfaces or at high speeds Shifting down while driving on wet snowy or frozen roads or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking which is dangerous The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident Be sure to leave the shift lever in 1 or R position and set the parking brake when leaving the vehicle unattended Otherwise the vehicle could move and cause an accident A CAUTION gt Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears Also don t use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage gt Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to R Shifting to R while the vehicle is still moving may damage the transaxle NOTE If shifting to R is difficult shift back into neutral release the clutch pedal and try again V Recommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration we recommend these shift points Gear 5 speed transaxle 6 speed transaxle 1 to2 21 km h 13 mph 24 km h 15 mph 2 to3 39 km h 24 mph 40 km h 25 mph 3 to4 55 km h 34 mph 65 km h 40 mph 4to5 79 km h 49 mph 73 km h 45 mph 81 km h 50 mph Gear 5 speed transaxle 6 speed transaxle 1 to2 18 km h 11 mph 24 km h 15 mph 2 to 3 29 km h 18 mph 40 km h 25 mph 3 to4 47
316. rols NOTE The light may not turn off immediately even if the surrounding area becomes well lit because the light sensor determines that it is nighttime if the surrounding area is continuously dark for several minutes such as inside long tunnels traffic jams inside tunnels or in indoor parking lots In this case the light turns off if the light switch is turned to the OFF position If the light switch is turned to the AUTO position again after turning it to the OFF position the light turns on off depending on the surrounding brightness When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position the headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination will turn off The timing for turning on the headlights other exterior lights and dashboard illumination can be delayed by adjusting the sensitivity of the light sensor Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding sensor adjustment Xenon fusion headlight bulbs The low beam bulbs of the headlights have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a bright white beam over a wide area A WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary Some models 5 51
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318. rregular tire wear tire failure or other damage Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control It also increases the distance required for stopping In cases of serious overloading brakes can fail completely particularly on steep grades The load a tire will carry safely is a combination of the size of the tire its load range and corresponding inflation pressure Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle s weight ratings from the vehicle s Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels 9 34 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment It does not include passengers cargo or optional equipment Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment PAYLOAD Payload is the combination weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is designed to carry The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Load Information label on the driver s door frame or door pillar Look for THE COMBINATION WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg or XXX Ibs for your maximum payload The payload listed on the tire label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or dealer installed equipment has been installed on the vehicl
319. rs Handbook mazDa CAUTION screen carefully and select Most functions are inhibited while the EZ and press AN vehicle is in motion r Please read the handbook for operation ENTER Patton instructions Always obey traffic regulations E z 4 The Current Position screen appears You can select the language by select OWN and press ENTER You can also change the selected language using Language Selection a page 22 The CAUTION screen remains on the display unless you select EZZ and press ENTER Removing the Map Disc When the ignition switch is in the ACC position and press amp EJECT 3 Read CAUTION Do not get your hand or fingers caught in moving parts or in the disc slot This can cause injuries Children are inquisitive try to install or remove the map disc without infants looking on Caution Buttons on the screen Select the buttons by using Joystick and press ENTER Colors for unavailable buttons will be pale payie s Bumy 15 Q ol E gt Q 2 o om oO a 16 Menu Menu appears when pressing MENU TA VIGATION AER Destination Entry and Route Search r page 30 SS Address Book r page 46 Address Boot Cancel Guidance page 41 ee Route Options m page 42 A Voima Volume gt page 50 O Set Cloce Set Clock t page 17 NAVIGATION MENU Addres Book Cancel Guaidance AF Route Options X V
320. rting and Driving A WARNING Do not coast with the engine stalled or turned off find a safe place to stop Coasting with the engine stalled or turned off is dangerous Braking will require more effort and the brake s power assist could be depleted if you pump the brake This will cause longer stopping distances or even an accident Shift to a lower gear when going down steep hills 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 Dry brakes that have become wet by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal 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 5 5 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving V Parking Brake A WARNING Before leaving the driver s seat always put the key to LOCK position set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is in P with an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R with a manual transaxle Intentionally placing the key into LOCK position is much more important where you will not be removing the k
321. s Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs 4 Door Overhead light Map lights Front Headlights Low beam Headlights _ High beam Front turn signal lights Side marker lights Side turn signal lights 5 Door Overhead light Map lights Front Headlights Low beam Headlights High beam Fog lights Front turn signal lights Side marker lights Side turn signal lights License plate light High mount brake light Trunk light Overhead light Rear W N Brake lights Taillights Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights License plate light High mount brake light Overhead light Rear m Luggage compartment light Brake lights Taillights Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights Some models 8 39 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance A WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary Never touch the glass portion of a halogen bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around the bulbs When a halogen bulb breaks it is dangerous Thes
322. s to adjust the pressure e Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy uneven and accelerated tire wear and poor sealing of the tire bead which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim Overinflation can produce a harsh ride uneven and accelerated tire wear and a greater possibility of damage from road hazards Keep your tire pressure at the correct levels If one frequently needs inflating have it inspected YW Tire Rotation To equalize tread wear rotate the tires if irregular wear develops According to the scheduled maintenance charts Refer to Scheduled Maintenance on page 8 3 During rotation inspect them for correct 2 O Oor Do not include TEMPORARY USE ONLY spare tire in rotation 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 8 36 Improper wheel alignment e Out of balance wheel e Severe braking After rotation inflate all tire pressures to specification page 10 8 and inspect the lug nuts for tightness A CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear not from side to side Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side V Replacing a Tire A WARNING Always use tires that are in good condition Driving with worn tires is dangerous Reduced braking steering
323. s are cold Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride top handling and minimum tire wear Use the pressures specified on the vehicle tire information placard or tire label for optimum service YW Tire Rotation To equalize tread wear rotate the tires every 12 000 km 7 500 miles or sooner if irregular wear develops During rotation inspect them for correct balance OGL Forward Inspect the tires 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 inflate all tire pressures to specification page 10 8 and inspect the lug nuts for tightness 9 31 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A A CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear not from side to side Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side With limited slip differential Don t use the following gt Tires not of the designated size gt Tires of different sizes or types at the same time gt Tires not sufficiently inflated If these instructions aren t followed the rotation of the left and right wheels will be different and will thus apply a constant load on the limited slip differential This will cause a malfunction V Replacing a Tire A
324. s can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A UTQGS MARK example TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA TEMPERATURE A 9 21 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall V Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires Please refer to the diagram below jax TIN U S DOT tire identification number Passenger car tire Nominal width of tire in millimeters Ratio of height to width aspect ratio Radial Rim diameter code Load index amp speed symbol Severe snow conditions Y me N DH KR WN Tire ply composition and materials used 10 Max load rating 9 22 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information U S A 11 Tread wear traction and temperature grades 12 Max permissible inflation pressure 13 SAFETY WARNING P215 65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating Note that the tire size and load index rating may be diff
325. s for about 3 seconds and then goes out If the engine doesn t start with the correct ignition key and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing the system may have a malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 46 V Headlight High Beam Indicator Light 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 V Shift Position Indicator Light Automatic Transaxle This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position SOB H Gear position indicator Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Gear position indicator When the shift lever is in the D or M position the numeral for the selected gear displays V TCS DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If the TCS or DSC is operating the indicator light flashes If the light stays on the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Y DSC OFF Indicator Light DSC OFF This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position It also comes on when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS DSC is switched off page 5 25 If the light stays on when the TCS DSC is not switched off
326. s on the front passenger seat decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 42 kg 93 lb required for air bag deployment is dangerous The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the reduced total seated weight condition and the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy during an accident The front passenger will not have the supplementary protection of the air bag which could result in serious injury Decreasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 42 kg 93 b could result in an air bag not deploying under the following conditions for example gt A rear passenger pushes up on the front passenger seat with the feet gt Luggage or other items placed under the front passenger seat or between the front passenger seat and driver seat that push up the front passenger seat bottom gt The front passenger seat occupant sits in a manner that does not place the entire weight of the occupant on the seat such as by sitting too close to the door grasping the rim of the moonroof and sitting with the seatback reclined too far gt Any accessories which might decrease the total seated weight on the front passenger seat are attached to the front passenger seat The front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner systems will deactivate if the total
327. safety available to you Like the air bags the seat belt pretensioners will only function once After they are expended they will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the seat belt pretensioners are not replaced the risk of injury in a collision will increase Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision Expended seat belt pretensioners and air bags must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy Additionally the load limiter will only limit loads on the chest once in a collision and this is another reason to have the front seat belts inspected 2 11 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems A CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled so try to keep them clean For more details about cleaning the seat belts refer to Cleaning the Lap Shoulder Belt Webbing page 8 64 aie V Pregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should always wear seat belts Ask your doctor for specific recommendations The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly but never across the stomach area Persons with serious medical conditions also should wear seat belts Check with your doctor for any special instructions regarding specific medical conditions V Emergency Locking Mode In t
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329. snow radial or non radial on all four wheels Using tires different in size or type is dangerous Your vehicle s handling could be greatly affected and result in an accident A CAUTION Check local regulations before using studded tires NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system the system may not function correctly when using tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls page 5 30 YW Tire Chains Check local regulations before using tire chains A CAUTION gt Chains may affect handling gt Do not go faster than 50 km h 30 mph or the chain manufacturer s recommended limit whichever is lower gt Drive carefully and avoid bumps holes and sharp turns gt Avoid locked wheel braking gt Do not use chains on a temporary spare tire it may result in damage to the vehicle and to the tire gt Do not use chains on roads that are free of snow or ice The tires and chains could be damaged gt Chains may scratch or chip aluminum wheels NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system the system may not function correctly when using tire chains Install the chains on the front tires Do not use chains on the rear tires Use only genuine Mazda tire chains Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Installing the chains 1 Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible Always follow the chain manufacturer s
330. ssible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative A CAUTION Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the United States Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks A WARNING Always take all children and pets with you or leave a responsible person with them Leaving a child or a pet 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 Do not leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them Leaving children in a vehicle with the 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 Keep all doors locked when driving Unlocked doors in a moving vehicle are dangerous Passengers can fall out if a door is accidentally opened and can more easily be thrown out in an accident 3 8 Always close all the windows lock the doors and take the key with you when leaving your vehicle unattended Except 4 Door Leaving your vehicle unlocked is dangerous as children could lock themselves in a hot vehicle which could result in death Also a vehicle left unlocke
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332. stays on when the TCS DSC is not switched off take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer The dynamic stability control may have a malfunction V DSC OFF Switch To turn off the TCS DSC press and hold the DSC OFF switch until the DSC OFF indicator light illuminates Press the switch again to turn the TCS DSC back on The DSC OFF indicator light will go out Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE e When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck or drive it out of freshly fallen snow the TCS part of the DSC system will activate Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult When this happens turn off the TCS DSC If the TCS DSC is off when the engine is turned off it automatically activates when the ignition switch is turned on Leaving the TCS DSC on will provide the best stability 5 25 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring System The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS monitors the pressure for each tire If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires the system will inform the driver via the warning light in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound The tire pressure sensors installed on each wheel send tire pressure data by radio signal to the receiver unit in the vehicle Tire pressure sensors NOTE When the ambient temperature is low due to seasonal changes
333. stem properly The presence of this Warning symbol in the text is intended to alert you to the importance of heeding the operation instructions Failure to heed the instructions may result in severe injury or death Warnings Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving Minimize the time spent on viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and can cause accidents Always stop the vehicle in a safe location and use the parking brake before operating the system Always obey local traffic regulations Your guided route may include roads that are not open to vehicles or are closed due to traffic regulations Comply with the local traffic regulations and take another route Do not use the unit when it is out of order If the unit is out of order no image no sound or in an abnormal state has foreign matter in it is exposed to water is smoking or smells then turn it off immediately and consult with an Expert dealer we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer Using the unit in an out of order condition may lead to accidents fires or electric shocks Use the proper power supply This product is designed for operation with a negative grounded 12 V DC battery system Do not disassemble Do not disassemble
334. supply is interrupted blown fuse or the battery is disconnected The vehicle is driven over 999 9 km mile 5 34 Y Tachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute rpm Red zone With turbocharger Without turbocharger A CAUTION Don t run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE This may cause severe engine damage YV Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge The engine coolant temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant E J ll Ny H 4 If the needle is near H it indicates overheating w hw Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators A CAUTION Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage page 7 14 V Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank We recommend keeping the tank over 1 4 full When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E refuel as soon as possible Low fuel warning light E NOTE The direction of the arrow shown next to the low fuel warning light indicates that the fuel filler lid is on the right side of the vehicle Dashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on rotate the thumb wheel to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights NOTE Black out meter When the instrument cluster dimmer is canceled the instrument cluster illumination intensity will not change by rota
335. t Do not use a tire chain on this tire because it won t fit properly gt Do not use your temporary spare tire on any other vehicle it has been designed only for your Mazda gt Use only one temporary spare tire on your vehicle at the same time gt With limited slip differential When using the temporary spare tire on the front axle replace it with a standard tire as soon as possible The size difference between the spare and the standard tire will cause the limited slip differential to malfunction NOTE With Tire Pressure Monitoring System A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used page 5 28 To remove the spare tire 4 Door 1 Remove the trunk mat and trunk board 2 Turn the tire hold down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5 Door 1 Remove the trunk mat trunk board and cargo sub compartment Type A Type B 2 Turn the tire hold down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench A In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving it could indicate a flat tire e 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
336. t defog the windshield using the WW position with the temperature control set to the cold position Using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position is dangerous as it will cause the outside of the windshield 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 position Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE e For maximum defrosting set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and the fan control dial to position 4 e Ifwarm air is desired at the floor set the mode selector dial to the 4 position e Intheys W or position the air conditioner is automatically turned on however the indicator light does not illuminate and the outside air mode is automatically selected to defrost the windshield Inthe W or amp position the outside air mode cannot be changed to the recirculated air mode V Dehumidifying With Air Conditioner Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows 1 Set the mode selector dial to the desired position 2 Set the air intake selector to the outside air mode 3 Set the temperature control dial to the desired position 4 Set the fan control dial to the desired speed 5 Turn on the air conditioner by pressing the A C switch NOTE One of the functions of the air conditioner
337. t does not fully retract inspect it for kinks and twists If it is still not retracting properly have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Unfastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Insert a small object such as a key in the anchor buckle B slot 2 20 A CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the left rear seatback Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat belt buckle and seatback NOTE To encourage rear seat passengers to wear their seat belts we suggest leaving the center rear lap position of the belt fastened at all times except when folding the rear seat forward V Fastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Grasp tongue A and insert it into the anchor buckle B until you hear a click It is now secure for passenger use NOTE After returning the left rear seatback to its upright position fasten the lap portion of the belt Y Stowing and pulling out the Center Rear Position Seat Belt The center rear position seat belt can be stowed using the following procedure CAUTION When stowing the seat belt make sure the belt is locked securely into the recess If the seat belt is not properly stowed it might get caught in the seats and be damaged To stow the seat belt retract the belt put tongues A and C together and insert them into the recess Sedan Behind head restraint on left side Hatchback L
338. t meter When the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position the odometer or trip meters cannot be displayed however pressing the selector button can inadvertently switch the trip meters or reset them during an approximate ten minute period in the following cases e After the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position After the driver s door is opened 5 33 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Odometer The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven Trip meter The trip meter can record 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 to trip meter 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 Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption NOTE Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers miles e The trip record will be erased when The power
339. t of Defense The Mobile Navigation System uses input from three or more satellites and calculates the vehicle position based on the principle of triangulation The positioning accuracy of the system corresponds to the error display of the GPS which is from about 30 to 200 meters Ree Do CG If you are using the system for the first time or if you have not used it for some time it takes about 5 minutes or about 2 minutes in open areas to calculate your vehicle s position GPS signal reception is poor in the following places In tunnels Among high rise buildings Under elevated roads In wooded areas The GPS satellites are controlled by the U S Defense Department which may intentionally lower positioning accuracy In such cases there may be vehicle position deviations There may be vehicle position deviations for some time until GPS signals are received after turning on the ignition Asessooou J ETO MEL Cet alate This function compares your vehicle s tracking data with the road data on the map disc applies dead reckoning to determine the road you are driving on and displays your vehicle on that road on the map Intelligent map matching addresses the following problems to achieve high accuracy in vehicle positioning Position Correction for Elevated Roads Position accuracy is improved by detecting if the vehicle is running on or under an elevated road Position Correction for Parking Garages Position
340. t of four that is an indication of trouble you should have someone drive the vehicle slowly forward so you can inspect any low tire for cuts and any metal sticking through tread or sidewall Put a few drops of water in the valve stem to see if it bubbles indicating a bad valve Leaks need to be addressed by more than simply refilling the trouble tire as leaks are dangerous take it to an Authorized Mazda Dealer which has all the equipment to fix tires TPMS systems and order the best replacement tire for your vehicle 5 45 Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted there may be a tire puncture Replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire page 7 8 NOTE A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spare tire is being used Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes there may be a system malfunction Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer V Security Indicator Light gt This indicator light starts flashing every 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC position and the immobilizer system is armed The light stops flashing when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the correct ignition key At this time the immobilizer system is disarmed and the light illuminate
341. t passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below Vehicle speed Condition Between 0 20 20 km h km h 12 mph or 0 12 mph more Seat belt Driver OJOIXIX O OIX X Seat belt Passenger OIXJOJX OIXIO X Indicator A A Amr Beep ple O Fastened X Unfastened A Illuminated amp Flashing D Beep Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may cause the front passenger seat belt warning function to operate depending on the weight of the item Once the beep sound is heard it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to 20 km h 12 mph or less until the seatbelt is fastened or the beep sound period has passed NOTE To allow the front passenger seat weight sensor to function properly do not place and sit on an additional seat cushion on the front passenger seat The sensor may not function properly because the additional seat cushion could cause sensor interference When a small child sits on the front passenger seat it is possible that neither the warning light nor the warning beep operate 2 24 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child restraint systems for children small enough to use them You are required by law to use a child restraint system for children in the U S and Canada Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific r
342. t with a damp soft cloth then dry and buff it with a dry soft cloth 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 Some models 8 63 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care 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 A CAUTION Use only recommended cleaners and procedures Others may affect appearance and fire resistance Piano black panel The following parts are fitted with panels that have been treated with a special coating that resists scratching e Instrument panel side garnish e Steering wheel partial When the panel needs to be cleaned use a soft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface NOTE Scratches or nicks on the panels resulting from the use of a hard brush or cloth may not be repairable V 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 After cleaning the belts thoroughly dry the belt webbing and make sure there is no remaining moisture before retracting them 8 64 Some models A WARNING Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer replace damaged seat belts
343. te provincial and federal regulations failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties However Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or kilometer period to ensure long term reliability 8 10 Maintenance Interval Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 x1000km_ 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter R R R Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Y Schedule 2 Number of months or kilometers whichever comes first Maintenance Interval Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 36 1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120 000 km if noisy adjust Drive belts tension I Engine oil R R JR RI RI RI RIRIRIRIRIR Engine oil filter R R R R RJ RI RIRIR IRIRIR COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system I re FL22 type Replace at first Sey ee om 3 after that every Others R Engine coolant level I I I I I I I I I I I I FUEL SYSTEM Air cleaner element C R C R C R Fuel lines and hoses 1 Hoses and tubes for emission 1 Fuel filter R IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs Replace every 60 000 km ELECTRIC
344. ted bumper surface 3 Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the lug wrench Lug wrench 4 Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet 2 CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened it may loosen or disengage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Recreational Towing An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels When doing recreational towing refer to Towing Description page 7 21 and Tiedown Hook page 7 22 and carefully follow the instructions 7 23 7 24 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition Introd uction oaan esien e oor aa ieaS E OSSR TintrOduicti On iner a e r a a e e i aa Scheduled Maintenance eeessoocoeesssoccessoccocesssocceessocecesssoccesssceese Scheduled Maintenance USA Canada and Puerto Rico Scheduled Maintenance Mexico cesesseeseeteeeseeseeeeeeseesees Owner Maintenance ccscccsscsscscsscscecsscesccerscssssscescessosessee Owner Maintenance Schedule 0 cccceeceeseeseeeeeeteeeeeeteeeees Owner Maintenance Precautions c ccccceceeseeeeeeteeseeeeetens Engine Compartment Overview ccecesssesseeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeanes Bneime Oil nis eines aeia dete
345. ters and Gauges Black out meter When the ignition switch is in the ON position the dashboard gauges illuminate CL Speedometer i i58 i obi hited ihn dene hth Alem cearteaiea HME ta beheaded incaink page 5 33 Odometer Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector c cccccccscscesesessesessesesseseseeeeees page 5 33 3 Tachometer ne u aa a eek a a a page 5 34 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ccccccccsecesessesesseseesesesseseeseseescseeesseeesees page 5 34 Fuel Gange n rera Pn page 5 35 Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button Black out meter cccceeee page 5 35 5 32 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators V Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle V Odometer Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed The selected mode will be displayed ge Selector Trip meter 7 P 7 ag a dometer E Trip meter A Odometer Trip meter B Odometer Press the selector NOTE Standard meter The odometer and trip meter can be displayed as follows even when the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position e Displays for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position e Displays for 10 minutes after the driver s door is opened e Black ou
346. tervals of less than 3 seconds Repeat play This operation makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly Interior Comfort Audio System Press the repeat button RPT during play The current selection playing will be repeated RPT will be displayed Press the repeat button RPT once again to cancel repeat play NOTE RPT may not operate properly if e A tape was recorded at a low level A tape has long silent intervals e A tape is a live recording A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds 6 35 Interior Comfort Audio System V Operating the Compact Disc CD Player Scan button CD slot Load button Repeat button CD play button CD eject button Track up button Track down button Random button Type Playable data Music CD player non MP3 compatible Inserting the CD 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 Ejecting the CD Press the CD eject button amp to eject the CD Playback Press the CD play button CD to start play when a CD is in the unit Ifa CD is not in the unit when the CD play button CD is pressed NO DISC will flash on and off Music data CD DA 6 36 Some models Fast forward button
347. tes for the oil to return to the oil pan 4 Pull out the dipstick wipe it clean and reinsert it fully Without turbocharger mol 8 20 With turbocharger 5 Pull it out again and examine the level It s OK between Low or MIN and Full or MAX But if it s near or below Low or MIN add enough oil to bring the level to Full or MAX A CAUTION Don t add engine oil over Full or MAX This may cause engine damage 6 Make sure the O ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting the dipstick The distance between Low or MIN and Full or MAX on the dipstick represents the following Oil capacity L US qt Imp qt 0 75 0 79 0 66 Engine Coolant V Inspecting Coolant Level A WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT A hot engine is dangerous If the engine has been running parts of the engine compartment can become very hot You could be burned Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir but do not open it ar Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to work near the cooling fan Working near the cooling fan when it is running is dangerous The fan could continue running indefinitely even if the engine has stopped and the engine compartment temperature is high You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured i Y Do not remove t
348. the battery to explode An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries 8 33 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Remove the battery cover before performing battery maintenance To get the best service from a battery e Keep it securely mounted e Keep the top clean and dry e Keep terminals and connections clean tight and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease Rinse off spilled electrolyte immediately with a solution of water and baking soda If the vehicle will not be used for an extended time disconnect the battery cables 8 34 V Inspecting Electrolyte Level A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause the battery to discharge quickly Inspect the electrolyte level at least once a week If it s low remove the caps and add enough distilled water to bring the level between the upper and lower level illustration Don t overfill Examine the specific gravity of the electrolyte with a hydrometer especially during cold weather If it s low recharge the battery Tires For reasons of proper performance safety and better fuel economy always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution A WARNING Using Different Tire Types Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous It could cause poor handling and poor braking leading to loss of control Except for the limited use o
349. the brakes have been affected Y Aluminum Wheel Maintenance A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels Special care is needed to protect this coating NOTE Don t use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner polishing compound or solvent on aluminum wheels They may damage the coating Only use a mild soap or neutral detergent and always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels 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 e Avoid washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash that uses high speed or hard brushes Ifyour aluminum wheels lose luster wax the wheels Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Interior Care 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 CAUTION Do not use glazing agents Glazing agents contain ingredients which may cause discoloration wrinkling cracks and peeling VY Cleaning the Upholstery and Interior Trim Vinyl Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner Clean vinyl with a leather and vinyl cleaner Leather Real leather isn t uniform and may have scars scratches and wrinkles Clean it with a leather cleaner or mild soap Wipe i
350. the bulb from the socket 5 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer License plate lights 1 Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and then remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a flathead screwdriver 2 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out 3 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal V Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light Map lights Front Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Overhead light Rear 1 Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and then remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with the flathead screwdriver 2 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal Trunk light 4 Door 1 Press both sides of the lens cap to remove it 2 Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out P 3 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal Luggage compartment light 5 Door 1 Insert your finger as shown in the figure and remove the unit 2 Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and then remove the lens by carefully prying o
351. the direction shown in the figure Jack screw 3 Turn the wing bolt completely to secure the jack NOTE If the jack is not completely secured it could rattle while driving Make sure the jack screw is sufficiently tightened V Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire The temporary spare tire is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods Temporary spare tires should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire A WARNING Do not install the temporary spare tire on the front wheels driving wheels when driving 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 7 6 CAUTION gt When using the temporary spare tire driving stability may decrease compared to when using only the conventional tire Drive carefully gt To avoid damage to the temporary spare tire or to the vehicle observe the following precautions gt Do not exceed 80 km h 50 mph gt Avoid driving over obstacles Also do not drive through an automatic car wash This tire s diameter is smaller than a conventional tire s so the ground clearance is reduced about 25 mm 1 in g
352. the key in the ignition switch all doors and the liftgate will automatically unlock if they are locked using the power door locks with either front door open Some models 3 9 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking unlocking with key All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when the driver s door is locked with the key All doors and the liftgate unlock when the driver s door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer NOTE Holding the key in the unlocked position in the driver s door lock for about a second unlocks all doors and the liftgate To unlock only the driver s door insert the key into the driver s door lock and turn the key briefly to the unlock position and then immediately return it to the center position Locking unlocking with door lock switch All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when LOCK is pushed They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door lock switch is pushed k Unlock Lock Rear Door Child Safety Locks These locks are intended to help prevent children from accidentally opening the rear doors Use them both whenever a child rides in the vehicle If you insert the key and turn the child safety lock to the lock position before closing that door the door cannot be opened from the inside The door can be opened only by lifting the outside handle Unlock Liftgate 5 Door A WARNING Never allow a
353. the reverse order of removal NOTE e To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer e Ifthe halogen bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used e Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children e When reinstalling the sealing cover make sure faces up Replacing a fog light bulbs 1 Turn the screw counterclockwise and remove it and then partially peel back the mudguard 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pressing the tab on the connector with your finger and pulling the connector downward 3 Turn the socket and bulb assembly to remove it Carefully remove the bulb from its socket in the reflector by gently pulling it straight back out of the socket 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer Ifthe halogen bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used e Use the protective cover and carton for the replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb promptly and out of the reach of children Front turn signal lights Side marker lights Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer Side turn signal lights 1 S
354. thorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue e 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 e Ifit becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician go to STEP2 Y STEP 2 Contact Mazda Motor de Mexico If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership management and it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a person with certain medical conditions in accordance with a certified physician you can reach Mazda Motor de Mexico by one of the following ways Log on at www MazdaMexico com mx Answers to many questions including how to locate or contact a local Mazda dealership in Mexico can be found here E mail click on Contactanos at the top of the page at www MazdaMexico com mx By phone at 1 866 315 0220 By letter at Attn Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 9 8 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance In order to serve you efficiently and effectively p
355. ting the thumb wheel Refer to Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button on page 5 35 V Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button Black out meter The instrument cluster dimmer select button is operable when the ignition switch is in the ON position Instrument cluster dimmer select button 5 35 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Adjusting the instrument cluster illumination intensity With exterior lights off When the exterior lights are off the instrument cluster illumination can be adjusted to one of five levels by successively pressing the instrument cluster dimmer select button Canceling the instrument cluster illumination dimmer With exterior lights on When the exterior lights are on the instrument cluster illumination dims When driving on snowy or foggy roads or in other situations when the instrument cluster s visibility is reduced due to glare from surrounding brightness the instrument cluster dimmer select button increases the illumination intensity Press the button to increase the intensity of the instrument cluster illumination Press the button again to return to the previous illumination intensity 5 36 w 9 w Driving Your Mazda Warning Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning Indicator Lights Warning Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning Indicator Lights Page O Brake System W
356. tion Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System Map Disc A Refer to Handling and Care of Map Discs to know how to handle a map camions disc page 58 The map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position Remember that the battery can run down if the ignition switch is kept in the ON or ACC position for a long time while the engine not running Turn the ignition switch 1 to the ON position and press to open This display angle can be adjusted by pressing TILT the display When the is pressed the display angle changes in stages Press to close the display Insert the map disc 2 with the printed side os facing up The main unit is located in the glove box 7 compartment Mazda 3 The main unit is located in the Center Console Rear Mazda RX 8 Condensation may form on the optical lens or the map disc inside the unit when the temperature in the vehicle increases in a short time such as when heating the car on a cold day This condensation may cause malfunctions If so unload the map disc and do not operate the unit for approximately 1 hour Wipe the condensation off the map disc with a soft cloth If the unit does not operate correctly after 1 hour consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer CAUTION a Distraction may cause accidents Do not operate while driving Always concentrate on diving and obey tratfic regquationt See Owne
357. tion for the entire electrical system VOWNER S MANUAL This booklet contains information regarding the proper care and operation of your vehicle This is not a technician s manual V SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS Provides description and operation of the many systems of your Mazda 9 44 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications YV NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER S MANUAL This booklet contains information regarding the proper operation and use of the navigation system This is not a technician s manual 9 45 9 46 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda Identification Numbers ccccsssssssssssscscsscccccccesssssssesessseeees 10 2 Vehicle Information Labels 0 ccccccecccccesseceesscceesseeeeseeeees 10 2 Specifications scccccsssssccssesscsssssscsscssssessssscesssssssssessssssesssssees 10 4 Specications 2 0 o e eae teins hin Haat ee 10 4 10 1 Identification Numbers Vehicle Information Labels VW Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle The number is on a plate attached to the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard This plate can easily be seen through the windshield Fe V Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label A Wee 10 2 V Chassis Number VY Vehicle Emission Control Information Label Without turbocharger YW Tire Pressure Label Y Engine N
358. tions To enter gt Text flow Right the street z Text flow Left name city TETRI The order of the displayed list name and can be changed Displayed other Move the cursor to the previous He yenes or a not be c ad isplayed depending on what position and delete a character Nice input pending on w The list appears Bulynoy Additional text can be input Use when inputting additional characters after the list is displayed Examples Street CANAL Street 52nd Ave Enter by selecting characters Enter by selecting characters cla JILL SA nig AIO Street MAIN STREET Enter by selecting characters MITA INI IS 1 Select the characters on Select EE To enter the screen the house PHONE NUMBER phone Move the cursor to the previous position and number wee delete a character and other 39 Direct Destination Input a Position the cursor on your destination on the map i Scroll the map and change the map scale if necessary at 1541 7TH ST NW WASHINGTON 0C ENTER gt 7 p ne si SENTER Pai bide t ENTER Select issn oa as Select 105 Direct Route calculation will be carried out and the entire route will be displayed on the map pica val Select Way point to set the address as a way point p on your route z page 46 You can set up to 5 way points per trip S
359. tire deflation or blow out NOTE 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 5 27 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving V Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Thereafter the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire pressure is too low in one or more tires and flashes when there is a system malfunction 5 28 A WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at high speeds or perform sudden maneuvering or braking Vehicle drivability could worsen and result in an accident To determine if you have a slow leak or a flat pull over to a safe position where you can check the visual condition of the tire and determine if you have enough air to proceed to a place where air may be added and the system monitored again an Authorized Mazda De
360. 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 gt Never add fuel system additives Never add cleaning agents other than those specified by Mazda Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally referred to as oxygenated fuels The common gasoline blend that can be used with your vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10 Gasoline containing alcohol such as ethanol or methanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol 4 2 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be covered by the Mazda warranty e Gasohol containing more than 10 ethanol e Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol e Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol 4 3 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system the catalytic converter is part of this system that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements A WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable Parking over or near anything flammable such as dry grass is dangerous Even with the engine turne
361. tore System Defaults all of your stored setting data will be deleted Default List Item Initial condition Menu names Map Orientation North up Map display mode Single screen display Map Display scale Map scale for Dual screen is not object of backup Single screen 10 000 map 1 16 mi Display guidance language English Quick POI map display All Off Quick POI Selection A Gas station B ATM C Police Station D Grocery store E All Restaurant F Hotel Search Area US9 including Washington DC Map Color 1 Day Night Auto Setting Auto Distance Units Miles KM Global setting Miles Volume Presets 4 Time display change 12h 24h 24h Keyboard layout ABC Arrival Time Time Navigation Setup Clock Off Navigation Setup Beep On Map Configuration Freeway Information Off Junction Detail ON Map screen Single Turn Guidance Screen Turn List 26 Screen Names and Functions Screens Before Setting Route a ae j B ne 4 t ENTER Ea N ali ENTER gt PIA Current position screen IN 4 RET RET payie s Humay m 5 1 P a E Returns after a ee 5 4 a y J few seconds TE 5 6 E p T 6 ea ee mn LE 5 8 7 9 1 Map Orientation control 7 Set Destination button 1 page 29 The destination memory point or way point 2 GPS Global Positioning System marker will be set at the position pointed by in the ra page 52 scroll screen 3 Clock 8 Store Memory Po
362. trol and an accident Be sure to leave the shift lever in 1 or R position and set the parking brake when leaving the vehicle unattended Otherwise the vehicle could move and cause an accident NOTE When driving at high speeds the gear may not shift down depending on vehicle speed e During deceleration the gear may automatically shift down depending on vehicle speed e When depressing the accelerator fully the transaxle will shift to a lower gear depending on vehicle speed Second gear fixed mode When the shift lever is tapped back while the vehicle is stopped or driven at the following speeds the transaxle is set in the second gear fixed mode 2 0 liter engine model 14 km h 8 mph or less 2 3 liter engine model 20 km h 12 mph or less The gear is fixed in second while in this mode for easier starting and driving on slippery roads If the shift lever is tapped back or forward while in the second gear fixed mode the mode will be canceled Shifting specification 2 0 liter engine model Shifting up If the vehicle speed is lower than the speed specified for each gear the gear cannot be shifted up to a higher gear Gear Vehicle speed You can shift up to M2 whether MIME the vehicle is stopped or moving M2 gt M3 20 km h 12 mph M3 gt M4 40 km h 24 mph Shifting down If the vehicle speed is higher than the speed specified for each gear the gear c
363. ts Regional Office address and phone numbers are shown page 9 6 V STEP 3 Contact the Mazda Customer Relations Department If still not substantially satisfied contact the Customer Relations Department Mazda Canada Inc 55 Vogell Road Richmond Hill Ontario L4B 3K5 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 Provide the Department with the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and model of vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number VIN Refer to the Vehicle Identification Labels page of section 10 of this manual for the location of the VIN 4 Purchase date 5 Present odometer reading 6 Your dealer s name and location 7 The nature of your problem and or cause of dissatisfaction The Department in cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative will review the case to determine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction 9 4 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer s service facilities personnel and equipment We urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence for most effective results V Mediation Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda s Customer Satisfaction Program If after exhausting the procedures in this manual your concern is still not resolved you have another
364. tton again within 5 seconds If they are closed and locked the horn will sound NOTE Without theft deterrent system The hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that all doors and the liftgate are locked e With theft deterrent system The hazard warning lights will not flash The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed or turned off refer to the theft deterrent system page 3 27 NOTE All doors and the liftgate cannot be locked when any door or the liftgate is open and the key is in the ignition switch Confirm that all doors and the liftgate are locked visually or audibly by use of the double click Unlock button To unlock the driver s door press the unlock button and the hazard warning lights will flash twice To unlock all doors and the liftgate press the unlock button again within 5 seconds NOTE Without theft deterrent system The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that all doors and the liftgate are unlocked With theft deterrent system The hazard warning lights will not flash The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed or turned off refer to the theft deterrent system page 3 27 NOTE Auto re lock function After unlocking with the transmitter all doors and the liftgate will automatically lock if one of the doors or the liftgate is not opened within about 30 seconds Panic
365. ty Equipment Child Restraint VY Rear Seat Child Restraint System Installation Follow these instructions when using a child restraint system unless you are attaching a LATCH equipped child restraint system to the rear LATCH lower anchors Refer to LATCH Child Restraint Systems page 2 35 NOTE Follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions carefully If you are not sure whether you have a LATCH system or tether check in the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions and follow them accordingly Depending on the type of child restraint system it may not employ seat belts which are in automatic locking mode 1 Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked 2 Secure the child restraint system with the lap portion of the lap shoulder belt See the manufacturer s instructions on the child restraint system for belt routing instructions 3 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 2 29 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 4 Push the child restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the system is in the automatic locking mode If the belt does not lock the seat down tight repeat this step NOTE
366. ty service consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The owner should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as prescribed Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship will not be honored Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda s original equipment may perform maintenance But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance USA Canada and Puerto Rico Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply Repeated short distance driving Driving in dusty conditions Driving with extended use of brakes Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are being used Driving on rough or muddy roads Extended periods of idling or low speed operation Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates Driving in extremely hot conditions e Driving in mountainous conditions continually If any do apply follow Schedule 2 Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2 NOTE After the prescribed period continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals 8 3 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance VW Schedule 1 Number of months or kilometers miles whichever comes first P Months 6
367. u Like the air bags the seat belt pretensioners will only function once After they are expended they will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the seat belt pretensioners are not replaced the risk of injury in a collision will increase Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision Expended seat belt pretensioners and air bags must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy Additionally the load limiter will only limit loads on the chest once in a collision and this is another reason to have the front seat belts inspected system or a vehicle with non deactivated pretensioners is dangerous Unless all safety procedures are followed injury could result Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner equipped vehicle NOTE The pretensioner system will activate in a moderate or greater frontal or near frontal collision The pretensioner system for the front passenger is designed to only deploy in accordance with the total seated weight on the front passenger seat It will not activate in most rollovers side or rear impacts e Some smoke non toxic gas will be released when the air bags and pretensioners deploy This does not indicate a fire This gas normally has no effect on occupants however those with sensitive skin may experience light skin irritation I
368. ual transaxle vehicle by operating the shift lever and allows you to control engine rpm and torque to the front wheels much like a manual transaxle when more control is desired To change to manual shift mode shift the lever from D to M To return to automatic shift mode shift the lever from M to D NOTE Ifyou change to manual shift mode when the vehicle is stopped the gear will shift to M1 Ifyou shift up once when the vehicle is stopped and the gear is at M1 the gear will shift to M2 M2 is helpful for starting on slippery surfaces e 2 3 liter engine model If you change to manual shift mode without depressing the accelerator pedal when driving in D range Sth gear the gear will shift to M4 Indicators Shift position indicator In manual shift mode the M of the shift position indicator in the instrument panel illuminates Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear illuminates D Shift position D indicator Gear position indicator l Ae Nna NOTE Ifthe gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds the gear position indicator will flash twice to signal that the gears cannot be shifted down Ifthe automatic transaxle fluid ATF temperature becomes too high there is the possibility that the transaxle will switch to automatic shift mode canceling manual shift mode and turning off the gear position indicator illumination This is a normal
369. uggage compartment can be accessed by opening the liftgate when the straps are attached to the sides of the liftgate Luggage compartment cover The luggage compartment can be accessed by opening the luggage compartment cover from the inside of the vehicle Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks A CAUTION To prevent cargo from shifting while driving or during sudden deceleration be careful of the following gt Do not open the luggage compartment cover while the vehicle is moving gt Do not overload the luggage compartment so that the cover cannot be closed gt Do not allow cargo to interfere with the luggage compartment cover latch This cover can be removed for more room To do this just unfasten the straps then lift and pull it out 3 13 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk Lid 4 Door AWARNING Never allow a person to ride in the trunk Allowing a person to ride in the trunk is dangerous In addition the person in the trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision Keep the trunk closed when driving Exhaust gas entering the cabin of a vehicle through an open trunk 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 3 14 VY Opening and Closing the Trunk Lid A WARNING Close the trunk lid lock the rear seatbacks a
370. umber ME compatible will be displayed NOTE NOTE Ifa disc has both music data CD DA and MP3 files playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded The CD will begin playback automatically after insertion 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 dial and the load button LOAD for about 2 seconds will turn this beeping sound ON or OFF 6 38 Some models Normal insertion 1 Press the load button LOAD 2 When IN is displayed insert the CD Inserting CDs into desired tray number 1 Press and hold the load button LOAD for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard 2 Press the channel preset button for the desired tray number while WAIT is displayed 3 When IN is displayed insert the CD NOTE The CD cannot be inserted to the desired tray number if the number is already occupied Multiple insertion 1 Press and hold the load button LOAD for about 2 seconds until a beep sound is heard 2 When IN is displayed insert the CD 3 When IN is displayed again insert the next CD NOTE The first inserted CD will be played automatically when e No other CD is inserted within 15 seconds after IN is displayed The CD trays are full Displaying the CD inserted tray number When you want to know the number f
371. umber Without turbocharger Forward With turbocharger Forward LS amp 4 D A gt a Identification Numbers Specifications Specifications Y Engine Specification Item Without turbocharger j With turbocharger 2 0 liter engine 2 3 liter engine Type DOHC 16V in line 4 cylinder 87 5 x 83 1 mm BorexStroke 3 44 x 3 27 in 87 5 x 94 0 mm 3 44 x 3 70 in 1 999 ml Displacement 1 999 cc 122 0 cu in 2 261 ml 2 261 cc 137 9 cu in Compression ratio 10 0 9 7 9 5 V Electrical System Item Classification ahoi 2 0 liter engine 12V 40AH 5HR 12V 52AH 5HR ithou 12V 40AH 5HR 12V 52AH S5HR turbochi 2 i Battery roocharger 2 3 liter engine 12V 55AH 5HR With turbocharger 12V 48AH 5HR 12V 55AH 5HR Without turbocharger LFG1 18 110 L3Y2 18 110 Spark plug number With turbocharger L3K9 18 110A L3Y3 18 110 Without turbocharger 1 25 1 35 mm 0 050 0 053 in Spark plug gap z With turbocharger 0 70 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in ex factory NOTE When cleaning the iridium plugs do not use a wire brush The fine particulate coating on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged Y Lubricant Quality Lubricant Classification Engine Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8 18 API Service GL 4 or GL 5 Any temperature f SAE 7
372. unk board loops can be used in the same way as the cargo securing loops page 6 62 V Cargo Sub Compartment 5 Door With flexible floor board To use the cargo sub compartment partially open or remove the trunk boards Trunk board Cargo sub compartment Some models 6 61 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Without flexible floor board To use the cargo sub compartment remove or lift the trunk board Cargo sub compartment V Flexible Floor Board 5 Door The luggage compartment can be separated vertically and or horizontally using the trunk board and the trunk board loops CAUTION Make sure the trunk board is firmly secured when it is fitted into the trunk board loops If it is not firmly secured it could unexpectedly disengage causing damage to the trunk board loops or the trunk board 6 62 Some models NOTE The trunk board loops can be used in the same way as the cargo securing loops The tensile strength of the loops is 147 N 15 kgf 33 lbf Do not apply excessive force to the trunk board loops as it will damage them page 6 61 Compartment divider loops Front trunk board Rear trunk board To separate vertically Use the rear trunk board to separate the luggage compartment vertically 1 Pull the trunk board loops out Compartment divider loop 2 Insert the trunk board loops into the trunk board slits NOTE To
373. urn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 Door 1 Remove the cover Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 3 Disconnect the bulb from the socket oe CS 2 e Q 4 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer High mount brake light 4 Door 1 Pull the center of each plastic retainer and then remove the retainers and the trunk rear trim SS rr I JAE EN Si 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the socket 8 47 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 4 Disconnect the bulb from the socket 5 Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal NOTE To replace the bulb contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer 5 Door With LED bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer With Non LED bulb 1 Remove the liftgate upper trim 8 48 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the socket 3 Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it 4 Disconnect
374. urse Historical Bankin Monument 3 E3 a I oe re jomer Sports Complex ay Business Facility Performing Arts Thai El Other Restaurants E Shopping E Grocery Store 2 D A G a 3 Shopping Mall E J Automobile Club E Gas Station P Parking Auto Service amp Maintenance Tourist Attraction All Search Areas Tourist Information J Winery Amusement Park All Search Areas DAECEH Bee Ele Delete MENU gt Eren Gia Select KEZI gt ENTER ENTER Select mcm ENTER destination 41 Route Options sree coon spor check the route t Before Steps MENU gt select PETT Open the ROUTE OPTIONS Menu ROUTE OPTIONS ROUTE PREFERENCES Route Preferences Select the button for the location to be ae A CHANGE ORDER ified Modification m moam of Destination ah ii A elect the way points nae Point to change the order ositions Change the destination and the passing order of the destination and way points Deletion of Select the button Marr corresponding to the Destination or destination or way Way Points point to be deleted DETOUR The Enter Route screen appears TURN LIST Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while drivin
375. ury to the child 1 Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked 2 Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors NOTE The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child restraint system 2 38 3 Secure the child restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors following the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions 4 If your child restraint system came equipped with a tether that probably means it is very important to properly secure the tether for child safety Please carefully follow the child restraint system manufacturer s instructions when installing tethers Anchor bracket location 4 Door Anchor bracket Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Anchor bracket location 5 Door Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems SRS Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems SRS include up to 6 air bags Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the SRS AIRBAG location indicators These indicators are visible in the area where the air bags are installed The air bags are installed in the following locations e The steering wheel hub driver air bag e The front passenger dashboard front passenger air b
376. use the bottle holders for containers without caps The contents may spill when the door is opened or closed Storage Compartments A WARNING Keep storage boxes closed when driving Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop keep the storage boxes closed when driving A CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage boxes while parked under the sun A lighter could explode or the plastic material in eyeglasses could deform and crack from high temperature V Glove Box To open the glove box pull the latch toward you If the glove box has a lock insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock counterclockwise to unlock Unlock V Center Console To open pull the lower release latch Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid To open it pull the upper release latch V Cargo Securing Loops 5 Door A WARNING Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Use the loops in the luggage compartment to secure cargo with a rope or net The tensile strength of the loops is 196 N 20 kgf 44 lbf Do not apply excessive force to the loops as it will damage them NOTE To secure cargo with a rope or net the tr
377. ust be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation For that reason the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position NOTE The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is applied Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls 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 If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn manually return the lever to its original position Right turn Right lane change _ r A Left lane oe change Left turn Green indicators on the dashboard show which signal is working 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 NOTE If an indicator light stays on without flashing or if it flashes abnormally one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out 5 53 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Fog Lights The fog lights help you to see as well as to be seen The headlights must be turned on to turn on the front fog lights To turn the front fog lights on rotate the fog light switch to the 0 position Fog light switch To turn the front fog lights off rotate the fog light switc
378. will be calculated and displayed every minutes When this mode is selected REMNG will be displayed U S A CANADA NOTE Even though the distance to empty display may indicate a sufficient amount of remaining mileage before refueling is required refuel as soon as possible if the fuel gauge needle nears E or the low fuel warning light illuminates The display won t change unless you add more than approximately 20 L 5 3 gal of fuel Average vehicle speed mode This mode displays the average vehicle speed by calculating the distance and the time traveled since connecting the battery or resetting the data Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Average vehicle speed will be calculated and displayed every 10 seconds When this mode is selected AV will be displayed U S A AV mile h an i ia l l CANADA AV km h LITI ILI To clear the data being displayed press the INFO switch for more than 1 second After pressing the INFO switch km h mile h will be displayed for about 1 minute before the vehicle speed is recalculated and displayed 6 57 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position Press the lighter in and release it When ready for use it automatically pops out A CAUTION gt Don t touch the metal part of the lighter you may burn yourself gt Don t hold the lighter in because it will overheat gt Don t use the lighte
379. will be displayed To play a tape without Dolby NR push the button once again Noise reduction system manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol DO are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Ejecting the cassette tape Press the cassette tape eject button amp to eject the cassette tape NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position Fast forward Rewind Press the fast forward button BB to fast forward Press the rewind button lt lt to rewind To stop this operation and play the cassette tape press the button again NOTE When the cassette tape ends during fast forward or rewind it automatically stops and starts playing Reversin Press the program button PROG to change cassette tape play direction NOTE When the cassette tape ends the unit automatically reverses play Automatic program control APC APC is used to find the beginning of either the next program or the one being played Press the APC button A to the beginning of the next selection Press the APC button V to the beginning of the one being played To stop this operation and play the cassette tape press the button again NOTE APC 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 A tape has very short in
380. will not deploy during a collision Without seat warmer With seat warmer 2 48 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags If the front passenger weight sensors are working properly the indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position After a specified period of time it goes out The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions Total seated weight on the Front passenger air bag Front passenger front and Eron emai seal E ORTAR 4 4 belt pretensioner front passenger seat deactivation indicator light side air bags system Empty Not occupied OFF OFF OFF Less than approx 30 kg 66 Ib ON OFF OFF Approx 42 kg 93 Ib or OFF ON ON more Ifthe front passenger seat belt is buckled the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates however this does not indicate a malfunction If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart do not allow a child to sit in the front passenger seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible The system may not work properly in an accident 2 49 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A WARNING Do not decrease the total seated weight on the passenger seat When an adult or large child sit
381. wing procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it 1 Remove the cap on the interior surface of the liftgate with a flathead screwdriver 2 Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate Lever S After performing this emergency measure have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible Closing the liftgate Use both hands to push the liftgate down until the lock snaps shut Do not slam it Pull up on the liftgate to make sure it is securely latched V Luggage Compartment A WARNING Do not place anything on top of the cover Placing luggage or other cargo on top of the luggage compartment cover is dangerous During sudden braking or a collision the cargo could become a projectile that could hit and injure someone The vehicle has a light weight luggage compartment cover to keep the contents of your luggage area out of sight it will not retain heavy objects that are not tied down in an accident such as a rollover Tie down all heavy objects whether luggage or cargo using the tie down hooks Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury A CAUTION Make sure the luggage compartment cover is firmly secured If it is not firmly secured it could unexpectedly disengage resulting in injury Luggage compartment cover stra The l
382. xcessive 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 5 24 Some models CAUTION gt The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed gt Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheels gt Use tires of the same manufacturer brand and tread pattern on all four wheels gt Do not mix worn tires gt The DSC may not operate correctly when tire chains are used or a temporary spare tire is installed because the tire diameter changes NOTE After turning the ignition switch to the ON position a clicking sound may be heard behind the dashboard This sound is the result of the DSC system self check operation and does not indicate an abnormality Vv TCS DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position If the TCS or DSC is operating the indicator light flashes If the light stays on the TCS or DSC may have a malfunction and they may not operate correctly Take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer Vv DSC OFF Indicator Light DSC OFF This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position It also comes on when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS DSC is switched off page 5 25 If the light
383. xide A WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle Engine exhaust gas is dangerous This gas contains carbon monoxide CO which is colorless odorless and poisonous When inhaled it can cause loss of consciousness and death If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately Do not run the engine when inside an 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 Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh air when idling the engine Exhaust gas is dangerous When your vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the engine running for a long time even in an open area exhaust gas which contains poisonous carbon monoxide could enter the cabin Loss of consciousness or even death could occur Clear snow from underneath and around your vehicle particularly the tail pipe before starting the engine Running the engine when a 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 it could cause loss of consciousness or even death to occupants in the cabin Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting t
384. y activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death V Air Bag Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep Ifa malfunction is detected in the air bag front seat belt pretensioner systems and the warning light a warning beep sound will be heard for about 5 seconds every minute The air bag and seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sound will continue to be heard for approximately 35 minutes Have your vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible A WARNING Do not drive the vehicle with the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sounding Driving the vehicle with the air bag front seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sounding is dangerous In a collision the air bags and the front seat belt pretensioner system will not deploy and this could result in death or serious injury Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the vehicle inspected as soon as possible Center Rear Position Seat Belt 3 Point Type Before using the center rear lap shoulder belt make sure tongue A and anchor buckle B are fastened V Fastening the Seat Belt 1 Grasp the tongue C 2 Slowly pull out the lap shoulder belt 3 Insert the tongue C into the buckle D until you hear a click Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems A WARNING Fastening the Center Rear Seat Belt with Only One Buckle Fastening the center rear seat belt
385. y available non impedance 3 5 stereo mini plug for connecting the portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack Before using the auxiliary Jack read the manufacture s instructions for connecting a portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack e To prevent discharging of the battery do not use the auxiliary input for long periods with the engine off or idling e Noise may occur depending on the product connected to the auxiliary jack e Ifa power supply from the portable audio unit is needed use the unit s batteries Using the power socket equipped on the vehicle may cause noise depending on the unit connected to the power supply socket Connecting the auxiliary jack When placing portable audio units or similar products in the tray while connected to the auxiliary jack pass the connection plug cord through the slot in the cap Cap slot closed 1 Open the lid by pulling the upper release catch 2 Remove the tray mat 3 Using a coin turn the cap counterclockwise about 45 from the closed position and remove it NOTE Do NOT discard the cap 4 Open the tray by pulling the lower release catch 5 Pass the connection plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the auxiliary jack Interior Comfort Audio System A WARNING Do not allow the connection plug cord to get tangled with the parking brake or the shift lever Allowing the plug cord to become tangled with the p
386. y roads or for quick cooling of the interior V 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 V Not Using for a Long Period Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes at least once a month to keep internal parts lubricated V Check the Refrigerant before the Weather Gets Hot Have the air conditioner checked before the weather gets hot Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less efficient Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for refrigerant inspection The air conditioner is filled with HFC134a 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 Replacement of the Cabin Air Filter If your vehicle is equipped with an air filter for the air conditioner it is necessary to change the filter periodically as indicated in scheduled maintenance page 8 3 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for replacement of the cabin air filter Interior Comfort Climate Control System Y Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow Side Vents Vent Operation lt B Center vents AY a Side vents N To adjust the direction of airflow open the vents and rotate them left and right AN Push Center Vents To adjust the direction of airflow move the adjustment knob
387. y to prevent damage to the vehicle Government and local laws must be followed A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels 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 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing A CAUTION Don t tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground This may cause internal damage to the transaxle A CAUTION Don t tow with sling type equipment This could damage your vehicle Use wheel lift or flatbed equipment 7 21 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing A CAUTION Do not use the hooks under the rear bumper for towing and tying down as they cannot hold the load and it will damage the bumper 7 22 Tiedown Hook A CAUTION Don t use the tiedown hook under the rear for towing It is designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it s being transported Using it for towing will damage the bumper Tiedown Hook Front 1 Remove the tiedown eyelet and the lug wrench from the trunk page 7 3 2 Wrap the lug wrench with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the bumper and open the cap located on the front bumper CAUTION The cap cannot be completely removed Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the pain
388. zda Driving Tips Winter Driving Carry emergency gear including tire chains window scraper flares a small shovel jumper cables and a small bag of sand or salt Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions e Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator Refer to Engine Coolant on page 8 21 Inspect the battery and its cables Cold reduces battery capacity Inspect the ignition system for damage and loose connections Use washer fluid made with antifreeze but don t use engine coolant antifreeze for washer fluid page 8 27 Don t use the parking brake in freezing weather as the parking brake may freeze Instead shift to P with an automatic transaxle and to or R with a manual transaxle Block the rear wheels Y Snow Tires Use snow tires on all four wheels Don t go faster than 120 km h 75 mph while driving with snow tires Inflate snow tires 30 kPa 0 3 kgf cm 4 3 psi more than recommended on the tire pressure label driver s door frame but never more than the maximum cold tire pressure shown on the 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 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips A WARNING Use only the same size and type tires
389. zda or after it rains wipe the water off the moonroof before operating it to avoid water penetration which could cause rust and water damage to your headliner Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks VY Tilt Operation The rear of the moonroof can be tilted open to provide more ventilation To fully tilt automatically momentarily push the rear of the tilt switch To stop tilting partway push any part of the tilt or slide switch To close to the desired position push the front of the tilt or slide switch Close Y Slide Operation To fully open automatically momentarily push the rear of the slide switch To stop sliding partway push any part of the tilt or slide switch Some models 3 23 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To close to the desired position push the front of the tilt or slide switch Y Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened but must be closed by hand Sunshade A CAUTION The sunshade does not tilt To avoid damaging the sunshade do not push up on it A D Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key the engine will not start thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle A CAUTION gt Radio equipment like this is governed by laws in the Un

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