Page 3 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.
Page 4: How To Use This Manual
Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts.
Page 7: Your Vehicle At A Glance
Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview ..........1-2 Exterior Overview ................. 1-4...
Page 8 Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade.
Page 9 Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Rear seat ......................page 2-8 Front seats ......................page 2-2 Seat belt ......................page 2-10 Air bags ......................page 2-29 Power door lock switch ..................page 3-9 Power window lock switch ................page 3-18 Power window switches ..................
Page 10: Exterior Overview
Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade.
Page 11 Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Doors and keys ....................page 3-2 Power windows ....................page 3-16 Hood ........................page 3-21 Trunk lid ......................page 3-12 Fuel-filler lid ...................... page 3-19 Moonroof ......................page 3-22 Outside mirror ....................page 3-29 Rear window defroster ..................
Page 13: Essential Safety Equipment
Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ....................2-2 Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ........2-2 Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) ........2-5 Rear Seat ................... 2-8 Seat Belt Systems ................ 2-10 Seat Belt Precautions ..............
Page 14 Such modifications could damage the qSeat Slide supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is WARNING any need to remove or reinstall the front seats. Driver's Seat Adjustment: Adjusting the driver's seat while the Damaged Front Seats: vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 15 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original To change the seatback angle, lean position and the seat is locked in place by forward slightly while raising the lever. attempting to push it forward and Then lean back to the desired position and backward.
Page 16 Essential Safety Equipment Seats qHeight Adjustment (Driver's To fold the seatback, pull the strap and lower the seatback forward. Seat) By moving the seat lever up or down, the seat bottom height can be adjusted. Down To return it to the upright position, lift the seatback and push it into place.
Page 17 Slide (Driver's Seat) result in serious injury. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is To slide the seat, move the slide lifter any need to remove or reinstall the switch on the outside of the seat to the front seats.
Page 18 Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Recline (Driver's Seat) qHeight Adjustment (Driver's Seat) WARNING Front height adjustment To adjust the front height of the seat- Reclining: bottom, raise or lower the front of the Sitting in a reclined position while the slide lifter switch on the left side of the vehicle is moving is dangerous seat.
Page 19 Essential Safety Equipment Seats qLumbar Support Adjustment To fold the seatback, pull the strap and lower the seatback forward. (Driver's Seat) The amount of lumbar support can be adjusted by pressing the switch. To increase the seat firmness, press and hold the front part of the switch to the desired position, then release it.
Page 20 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear Seat NOTE The thermostat regulates seat temperature by turning the current on and off. WARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks, and placing articles on the rear package tray is dangerous.
Page 21 Essential Safety Equipment Seats WARNING Do Not Sit on the Rear Center Console: Allowing someone to sit on the rear center console between the rear seats is dangerous. The rear center console is not designed for occupant seating. During a collision, occupants not wearing a seat belt could be thrown from the vehicle and seriously injured or even killed.
Page 22: Seat Belt Systems
Whether a front seat was occupied or not, if the front air bags deployed the seat belt pretensioners also deployed and both front seat belts must be replaced. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again.
Page 23 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING One Belt, One Passenger: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way can't spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed.
Page 24 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area.
Page 25 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Location of Seat Belt For rear seat For front seat 2-13...
Page 26 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt WARNING qFastening the Seat Belts Positioning the Shoulder Portion of 1. Grasp the buckle and tongue. the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
Page 27 If it is still not manner to reduce belt force on the retracting properly, have it inspected at occupant's chest. an Authorized Mazda Dealer. WARNING Incorrect Positioning of the Driver and Front Passenger Seat Belts: Incorrect positioning of the driver and passenger seat belts is dangerous.
Page 28 After they are procedures are followed, injury could expended, they will not work again result. Ask an Authorized Mazda and must be replaced immediately. Dealer how to safely dispose of the If the seat belt pretensioners are not...
Page 29 The seat belt ON position. If any of these occur, consult will be too long and not fit properly. In an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as an accident, the seat belt will not possible. The system may not work in an provide adequate protection and you accident.
Page 30 15cm (6 in). If the system does not operate correctly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE When not in use, remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle. If...
Page 31 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat 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. 2-19...
Page 32: Child-Restraint Systems
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.
Page 33 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Holding a Child While the Vehicle is Moving: Holding a child in your arms while the vehicle is moving is extremely dangerous. No matter how strong the person may be, he or she cannot hold onto a child in a sudden stop or collision and it could result in serious injury or death to the child or other occupants.
Page 34 To avoid burning yourself or a child, check them before you or your child touches them. NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to LATCH Child-Restraint Systems (page 2-27).
Page 35: Installing Child-Restraint Systems
If installed on the seats that take tethers to you are not sure whether you have a be effective. In your Mazda, tethered LATCH system or tether, check in the child-restraint systems can only be child-restraint system manufacturer's...
Page 36 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 3. Push the child-restraint system firmly Anchor bracket location 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.
Page 37 NOTE To check if your front seats have side air bags: Every Mazda side air bag will have a SRS-Air Bag label on the outboard shoulder of the front seats. To check if your vehicle has curtain air bags:...
Page 38 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. Secure the child-restraint system with WARNING the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the manufacturer's instructions on the child-restraint system for belt Children and Seating Position with routing instructions. Side and Curtain Air Bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or 3.
Page 39 Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Some LATCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective.
Page 40 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System Anchor bracket location Installation Procedure (Rear Seats) 1. Expand the open seams on the rear of the seat bottom slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors. Tether strap position Tether strap NOTE The markings above the LATCH lower...
Page 41: Srs Air Bags
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 (verify SRS AIRBAG location indicator marks). They are located in: The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags) The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both sides (curtain air bags)
Page 42 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in collisions with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate.
Page 43 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. The side air bags inflate 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.
Page 44 It also includes installing extra electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front seats.
Page 45 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.
Page 46 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Air Bag System Description The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: The air bag system with inflators and air bags. The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: the center of the steering wheel, the passenger-side of the dashboard, in the outboard sides of the front seatbacks and the front and rear window pillars, along the roof edge.
Page 47 The air bags will function only once. After that, the air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. The front air bags will deploy only on the frontal impact.
Page 48 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qAir Bag Activation/Deactivation Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole. Front air bag activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases: Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph).
Page 49 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Rear-ending or running under a truck's Side and curtain air bag activation tail gate may not provide the stopping Greater than moderate impact to one side force necessary for air bag deployment. of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause the side and curtain air bags to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags.
Page 50 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qConstant Monitoring Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side The following components of the air bag and curtain air bags. systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: SAS unit Front air bag sensor Air bag modules Side and curtain air bag crash sensor...
Page 51 Damaged Air Bag Sensors: ON position. If any of these occur, consult Driving with damaged air bag sensors an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as is dangerous. A collision, even one not possible. The system may not work in an strong enough to inflate the air bags, accident.
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Page 53: Knowing Your Mazda
Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ................3-2 Keys ..................3-2 Keyless Entry System ............... 3-3 Door Locks ................3-8 Trunk Lid ................3-12 Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever ..........3-15 Power Windows ..............
Page 54 Your Mazda has two kinds of keys. If your key is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code Master key number ready.
Page 55 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Key unfold/fold method (Retractable Keyless Entry System key type) This system locks and unlocks the doors To unfold the key, press the release and opens the trunk. button. It can also help you signal for attention in To fold the key, press the release button an emergency.
Page 56 (page 3-6). This device may not cause harmful Additional transmitters can be interference, and (2) this device must obtained at an Authorized Mazda accept any interference received, Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be including interference that may cause used with the keyless entry system undesired operation.
Page 57: Doors And Locks
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Lock button NOTE To lock the doors, press the lock button The trunk button is disabled when the and the hazard warning lights will flash glove box-mounted trunk lid release once. lock-out button is in the OFF position.
Page 58 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter Maintenance Replacing the transmitter battery 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot CAUTION and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter. Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward.
Page 59 Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative. CAUTION Changes or modifications not expressly 4.
Page 60 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Key Door Locks The driver's door can be locked/unlocked with the key. WARNING Turn the key toward the front to unlock, toward the back to lock. Unattended Children and Pets: Leaving a child or an animal unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous.
Page 61 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To lock either front door with the door- Locking, unlocking with key lock knob from the outside, push the All doors lock automatically when the door-lock knob to the lock position and driver's door is locked with the key. All close the door.
Page 62 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFreestyle Doors Driver's door The pillarless freestyle doors are front and rear-hinged for ease of ingress and egress to the rear seat. Opening the freestyle doors Unlock 1. Open the front door first. Lock...
Page 63 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Closing the freestyle doors CAUTION 1. Close the rear door first, and then close Before closing a front door make sure the front door. other passengers are not operating a rear door and a rear passenger's head or Front door hands are away from the rear door.
Page 64: Trunk Lid
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk Lid WARNING WARNING Driving with Doors Not Secured: Driving with the doors not securely closed is dangerous. If the rear door is Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas: not completely closed, the front door Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle will not be securely closed.
Page 65 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening and Closing the Trunk Opening the trunk lid with the key Insert the master key into the slot and turn it clockwise. WARNING The valet key will not operate this lock (page 3-2).
Page 66 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks With the switch in the ON position, the Closing the trunk lid remote trunk lid release can be operated. Grasp the inner handle and pull the trunk lid down, then push the trunk lid down qTrunk Light until it locks securely.
Page 67: Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Inside Trunk Release Slide WARNING Lever Open Trunk Lid and Children: Your vehicle is equipped with an inside Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving trunk release slide lever that provides a children in the vehicle with the keys is means of escape for children and adults in dangerous.
Page 68: Power Windows
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening the Trunk Lid from the Power Windows Inside The ignition switch must be in the ON Slide the illuminated inside trunk release position for the power windows to slide lever in the direction of the arrow.
Page 69 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Driver's Side qOperating the Passenger Power Power Window Windows Manual opening/closing The power window may be operated when the power window lock switch on To open the window to the desired the driver's door is in the unlocked position, lightly hold down the switch.
Page 70: Rear Quarter Windows
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qPower Window Lock Switch Rear Quarter Windows With the lock switch in the unlocked Open or close a swing-out rear quarter position, all power windows on each door window by releasing the latch and moving can be operated.
Page 71: Fuel-Filler Lid And Cap
CAUTION Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel and emission control systems.
Page 72 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. Remote fuel-filler lid release qFuel-Filler Cap To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise.
Page 73: Hood
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Slide the hood latch to the right and lift Hood the hood. WARNING Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly...
Page 74: Moonroof Í
Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks í Moonroof NOTE After washing your Mazda or after a The moonroof can be opened or closed rain, wipe the water off the moonroof electrically only when the ignition switch before operating it to avoid water is in the ON position.
Page 75 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To close to the desired position, push the front of the tilt or slide switch. Open Close Close qSunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened, but must be closed by hand.
Page 76: Security System
Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System CAUTION The immobilizer system allows the engine When starting the engine do not allow to start only with a key the system the following, as the engine may not recognizes. start due to the electronic signal from...
Page 77 Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA. Operation is subject to the following two...
Page 78 If a key is lost, contact an the engine again. If it doesn't start Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as after 3 or more tries, contact an possible. Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 79: Theft-Deterrent System Í
Knowing Your Mazda Security System qHow to Arm the System í Theft-Deterrent System 1. Remove the key from the ignition The optional theft-deterrent system is switch. designed to prevent your vehicle or its 2. Close the hood. Then close and lock all...
Page 80 Authorized Mazda Dealer. qTheft-Deterrent Labels Labels indicating that your vehicle is equipped with a Theft-Deterrent System are in the glove box. Mazda recommends that you affix them to the lower rear corner of the front door windows. 3-28...
Page 81: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors qOutside Mirrors WARNING Check the mirrors' angles before driving. Adjusting the Steering Wheel: Adjusting the steering wheel while the WARNING vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the...
Page 82 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors qRearview Mirror After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selector switch in the middle position. WARNING Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is Blocked View: locked.
Page 83 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Auto-dimming mirror NOTE The auto-dimming mirror automatically Do not use glass cleaner or suspend reduces glare of headlights from cars at objects on or around the light sensor. the rear when the ignition switch is in the Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity ON position.
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Page 85 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Emission Control System ............4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-5 Before Starting the Engine ............4-6 Before Getting In ..............4-6 After Getting In .................
Page 86: Before Driving Your Mazda
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.
Page 87: Emission Control System
Either condition will damage the converter and cause poor performance. USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. Don't drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction. Don't coast with the ignition switch turned off. Don't descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.
Page 88 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard from inside and outside of the cabin interior, however this does not indicate an abnormality.
Page 89: Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)
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. Exhaust Gas in Enclosed Area: Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Exhaust gas, which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could easily enter the cabin.
Page 90: Before Starting The Engine
Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, Are all doors closed and locked? and outside lights are clean. Is the seat adjusted properly? Inspect inflation pressures and Are the inside and outside mirrors condition of tires.
Page 91: Driving Tips
Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few How you operate your Mazda determines precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use miles) may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Mazda.
Page 92: Hazardous Driving
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Spinning the Wheels: Downshifting into lower gear while When the vehicle is stuck, spinning driving on slippery surfaces is the wheels at high speed is dangerous.
Page 93: Winter Driving
NOTE Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system, the system Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in may not function correctly when using the radiator.
Page 94 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qTire Chains Installing the chains 1. Secure the chains on the rear tires as Check local regulations before using tire tightly as possible. Always follow the chains. chain manufacturer's instructions. CAUTION 2. Retighten the chains after driving 1/ 2 1 km (1/4 1/2 mile).
Page 95: Driving In Flooded Area
Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading WARNING WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Vehicle Load Weight: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) Increased stopping distance or the and the gross vehicle weight rating...
Page 96: Towing
Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-12...
Page 97: Driving Your Mazda
Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..............5-2 Ignition Switch ................5-2 Starting the Engine ..............5-3 Brake System ................5-4 Manual Transmission Operation ..........5-8 Automatic Transmission Controls ........... 5-10 Power Steering ................ 5-16 Cruise Control .................
Page 98: Starting And Driving
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic transmission Ignition Switch To turn the key from the ACC to the qIgnition Switch Positions LOCK position, the shift lever must be in the P position. Shift lever engaged in P (park) LOCK...
Page 99: Starting The Engine
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the NOTE steering wheel from side to side. Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. ACC (Accessory) This system meets all Canadian...
Page 100: Brake System
Brake Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes fails to start, wait 10 seconds before that adjust automatically through normal trying again. Otherwise, you may use.
Page 101 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Setting the parking brake WARNING Depress the brake pedal, then pull the brake handle fully upward. Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident.
Page 102 Drive to the side of the road and park off inspected immediately. Don't drive the right-of-way. with this light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the Low brake fluid level warning brakes inspected as soon as possible. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor.
Page 103 ABS. ABS: Should this happen, consult an Authorized The ABS cannot compensate for Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another WARNING vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface).
Page 104: Manual Transmission Operation
Your vehicle is equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Push the shift lever downward and shift to When you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. WARNING Driving with Worn Disc Pads: Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous.
Page 105 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qRecommendations for Shifting WARNING Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommend Sudden Engine-Braking: these shift points. Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while Gear Vehicle speed driving at high speeds causes sudden...
Page 106: Automatic Transmission Controls
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position.
Page 107 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving N (Neutral) M (Manual) In N, the wheels and transmission are not M is the manual shift mode position. locked. The vehicle will roll freely even Gears can be shifted up or down by...
Page 108 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qManual Shift Mode Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear This mode gives you the feel of driving a illuminates. manual transmission vehicle by operating the shift lever or steering shift switches...
Page 109 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To shift up to a higher gear with the Manually shifting up steering shift switches, tap either of the (M1→M2→M3→M4) UP switches toward you once with your fingers. NOTE UP switches When driving slowly, the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed.
Page 110 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving To shift down to a lower gear with the Manually shifting down shift lever, tap the shift lever forward ( ) (M4→M3→M2→M1) once. WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous.
Page 111 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING If the vehicle is driven at a low speed Hand Position When Using Steering from a standing start while in M2, the Shift Switches: gear may not shift down to M1 Putting your hands inside the rim of automatically.
Page 112: Power Steering
If the steering feels rigid during normal Climbing steep grades from a stop driving, consult an Authorized Mazda To climb a steep grade from a stopped Dealer. position: 1. Depress the brake pedal.
Page 113: Cruise Control
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Cruise Control NOTE The power steering system is inoperable With cruise control, you can set and when the power steering malfunction automatically maintain any speed of more indicator light illuminates. Steering is than about 30 km/h (19 mph).
Page 114 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qCruise Set Indicator Light WARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it may be switched on accidentally. This could result in loss of vehicle control. Keep the ON/OFF...
Page 115 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Your vehicle has a tap-up feature that NOTE allows you to increase your current speed in increments of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a The SET function can't be activated momentary tap of the RES/ACCEL until about 2 seconds after the ON/ button.
Page 116 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Decrease Cruising Speed qTo Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km/h (19 mph) Press the SET/COAST button and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow. If some other method besides the ON/ Release the button at the speed you want.
Page 117: Traction Control System (Tcs)
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System í (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and breaking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction.
Page 118: Dynamic Stability Control (Dsc)
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Dynamic Stability Control NOTE í (DSC) To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch (page 5-24). The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) automatically controls braking and engine qTCS/DSC Indicator Light torque in conjunction with systems such...
Page 119 CAUTION The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed: Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheels. Use tires of the same This indicator light stays on for a few manufacturer, brand and tread seconds when the ignition switch is turned pattern on all four wheels.
Page 120 5. Make sure the TCS/DSC indicator light goes off. If the TCS/DSC indicator light and the DSC OFF indicator light remain illuminated even after turning the ignition switch to the ON position, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-24...
Page 121: Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring NOTE í System When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or The tire pressure monitoring system drive it out of freshly fallen snow,...
Page 122 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTire Pressure Monitoring System CAUTION Warning Light When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light is lit, one or more of your tires is significantly under-inflated. You should stop and check your tires as soon as possible,...
Page 123 When the warning light flashes, there may wheels or both, have the work done by be a system malfunction. Consult an an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire Authorized Mazda Dealer. pressure sensors may be damaged. A system error activation may occur in...
Page 124 Tire pressure sensor ID signal code registration is completed when an A digital device such as a personal Authorized Mazda Dealer changes your computer. vehicle's tires. A current converter device such as a DC-AC converter.
Page 125 Authorized Mazda Dealer, or sensor ID signal code, consult an the tire pressure sensors may be Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 126 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. Speedometer ...................... page 5-31 Speed Unit Selector ................... page 5-31 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector ..........page 5-31 Tachometer ......................
Page 127: Instrument Cluster And Indicators
Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by qSpeed Unit Selector pressing the selector while one of them is displayed.
Page 128 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators The trip meter records the total distance NOTE the vehicle is driven until the meter is again reset. Return it to 0.0 by holding When the ignition switch is in the ACC the selector depressed for more than 1 or LOCK position, the odometer or trip second.
Page 129 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Coolant Temperature Manual transmission Gauge Striped zone The engine coolant temperature gauge shows the temperature of the engine Red zone coolant. CAUTION Don't run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE.
Page 130 It could result in extensive engine damage. qEngine Oil Pressure Gauge NOTE The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of the engine oil level. The compact, high performance RENESIS rotary engine in your vehicle consumes a small amount of engine oil due to its structural design.
Page 131 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qDashboard Illumination When driving on snowy or foggy roads, or in other situations when the instrument Rotate the thumb wheel to adjust the cluster or information display's visibility brightness of the instrument cluster and is reduced due to glare from surrounding other illuminations in the dashboard.
Page 132 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 Brake System Warning Light 5-38 Charging System Warning Light 5-39 Engine Oil Level Warning Light 5-39...
Page 133 Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-42 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-42 Automatic Transmission Warning Light 5-42 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-43 Security Indicator Light 5-44 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light...
Page 134: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds
Drive to the side of the road and park off inspected immediately. Don't drive the right-of-way. with this light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the Low brake fluid level warning brakes inspected as soon as possible. You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it may go closer to the floor.
Page 135: Warning/Indicator Lights
ON added as soon as possible. We recommend position and turns off when the engine is an Authorized Mazda Dealer. started. If the light remains illuminated even after If the warning light illuminates while...
Page 136 If the light remains illuminated even after The Mazda RX-8 requires regular you add engine coolant, have your vehicle checking of the engine oil level. The towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. compact, high performance RENESIS rotary engine in your vehicle consumes CAUTION a small amount of engine oil due to its structural design.
Page 137 ON position. If any of these occur, consult circumstances. an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as Don't drive with both lights on, and possible. The system may not work in an contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer accident.
Page 138 This This warning light comes on when any could cause serious injuries. Never door isn't securely closed. tamper with the systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer qLow Washer Fluid Level performs all servicing and repairs. í Warning Light...
Page 139 Monitoring System Warning Light an electrical problem. Continuing to Illuminates/Flashes: drive your Mazda in this condition When the tire pressure monitoring could cause damage to your system warning light illuminates or transmission. Consult an Authorized flashes, or the tire pressure warning Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 140 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. If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are adjusted, there This indicator light starts flashing every 2 may be a tire puncture.
Page 141 If the light 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. í 5-45 Some models.
Page 142 DSC OFF indicator light remain illuminated even after turning the Indicator Light ignition switch to the ON position, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qCruise Main Indicator Light This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and goes off when the engine is started.
Page 143 Thereafter, the indicator light will illuminate when the headlight auto- leveling system has a malfunction. If the indicator light illuminates, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qTurn-Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights When operating the turn-signal lights, the left or right turn-signal indicator light flashes to indicate which turn-signal light is operating (page 5-51).
Page 144: Beep Sounds
Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Beep Sounds qSeat 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.
Page 145: Switches And Controls
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs by yourself. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary. qHeadlights NOTE To turn on the lights, turn the headlight If the headlights flash, or the brightness switch on the end of the control lever.
Page 146 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qFlashing the Headlights If the indicator light illuminates, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully toward you. The headlight switch need qDaytime Running Lights not be on, and the lever will return to the (Canada) normal position when released.
Page 147: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls í Fog Lights Turn and Lane-Change Signals Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen. qTurn Signal To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the...
Page 148: Windshield Wipers And Washer
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally. If they don't resume functioning, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 5-52...
Page 149 With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released. If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-21). If it's OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-53...
Page 150: Headlight Washer Í
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls í Headlight Washer Rear Window Defroster The ignition switch must be in the ON The rear window defroster clears frost, position and the headlights must be turned fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
Page 151: Horn
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn NOTE This defroster is not designed for To sound the horn, press around the melting snow. If there is an mark on the steering wheel. accumulation of snow on the rear window, remove it before using the defroster.
Page 152: Hazard Warning Flasher
Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Hazard Warning Flasher HomeLink Wireless í Control System The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. NOTE HomeLink and HomeLink house are The hazard warning lights warn other...
Page 153 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE WARNING FCC ID: NZLSTDHL3 Safety Stop and Reverse Feature: CANADA:4112104541A Using the HomeLink system with any This device complies with FCC rules garage door opener that lacks the part 15. Operation is subject to the...
Page 154 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qProgramming the HomeLink 4. After the HomeLink indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly System blinking light, release both the HomeLink and hand-held transmitter CAUTION buttons. When programming a garage door NOTE...
Page 155 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qGate operator/Canadian 7. Firmly press and release the learn or smart button. (The name and color of Programming the button may vary by manufacturer.) Canadian radio-frequency laws require transmitter signals to time-out (or quit)
Page 156 Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qReprogramming the HomeLink system To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. DO NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds.
Page 157: Interior Comfort
Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............... 6-2 Operating Tips ................6-2 Vent Operation ................6-3 Control Panel ................6-5 Audio System ................6-10 Antenna ................... 6-10 Operating Tips for Audio System ........... 6-10 Audio Set ................
Page 158 Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda and ice from the hood and the air inlet in Dealer for refrigerant inspection. the cowl grille to improve the system efficiency.
Page 159: Climate Control System
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Center Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, move Directing airflow the adjustment knob. Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right. Knob NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist...
Page 160 Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents...
Page 161: Control Panel
Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel Climate control information is displayed on the information display. Windshield defroster switch Rear window defroster switch A/C Switch Fan control dial Air intake selector Temperature control dial Mode selector switch qControl Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold This dial allows variable fan speeds.
Page 162 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector switch Air intake selector Press the mode selector switch to select This switch controls the source of air airflow mode (page 6-4). entering the vehicle. Press the switch to alternate between the NOTE positions.
Page 163 Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE WARNING If the windshield fogs up easily, set The Recirculated Air Position: the mode selector switch to the Using the position in cold or position. rainy weather will cause the windows If cooler air is desired at face level, to fog up.
Page 164 Interior Comfort Climate Control System qWindshield Defrosting and CAUTION Defogging When using the air conditioner while 1. Press the windshield defroster switch. driving up long hills or in heavy traffic, 2. Set the temperature control dial to the closely monitor the temperature gauge desired position.
Page 165 Interior Comfort Climate Control System qDehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. Press the mode selector switch to the desired position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position.
Page 166: Audio System
Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System qRear Window Antenna The rear window antenna receives both WARNING AM and FM signals. Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving CAUTION the Vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the When washing the inside rear window, vehicle is dangerous as it could use a soft cloth dampened in lukewarm distract your attention from the vehicle...
Page 167 Interior Comfort Audio System qRadio Reception Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not AM characteristics bend around corners, but they do reflect. AM signals bend around such things as Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot buildings or mountains and bounce off the travel beyond the horizon.
Page 168 Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Strong signal noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in This occurs very close to a transmitter straight lines and become weak in valleys tower. The broadcast signals are between tall buildings, mountains, and extremely strong, so the result is noise and other obstacles.
Page 169 Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Only cassette tapes that play no longer Never attempt to repair it or insert a than 90 minutes should be used.
Page 170 Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for Mini Disc The MD player can also play MDLPs that have been recorded in MDLP (MD) Player mode. (MDLPs bearing the The following precautions should be identification logo as shown below). observed. Do not spill any liquid on the audio system.
Page 171 Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for CD Player/In- The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly Dash CD Changer bent) CDs should never be used. Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the CD player/changer may become clouded with condensation.
Page 172 Interior Comfort Audio System When driving over uneven surfaces, Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can the sound may jump. 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.
Page 173: Audio Set
Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set Radio CD player/In-dash CD Changer Type B Type A Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player Mini Disc (MD) Player Power/Volume/Sound Controls ................page 6-18 Operating the Radio ....................page 6-22 Operating the Cassette Tape Player ................
Page 174 Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Turn the power/volume dial to the right to Power ON/OFF increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
Page 175 Interior Comfort Audio System BOSE Sound System-equipped model BOSE Sound Indication Turn Left Turn Right System- equipped model Decrease Increase bass bass Decrease Increase treble treble Shift the Shift the sound to the sound to the front rear Shift the Shift the sound to the sound to the...
Page 176 Interior Comfort Audio System The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode. Mode Volume change No change Minimum Medium Maximum Turn the audio control dial to select the ALC OFF, ALC LEVEL1 3 mode. The selected mode will be indicated. AudioPilot (BOSE Sound System- equipped model) AudioPilot automatically adjusts audio...
Page 177 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-21...
Page 178 Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Type A Satellite button* Band selector button Channel preset buttons Seek tuning Scan button button Manual tuning dial Auto memory button Electric serial number button* *For reception of optional Sirius digital satellite radio. Used on vehicles equipped with the separately sold Sirius digital satellite radio unit.
Page 179 Interior Comfort Audio System Radio ON NOTE (Type A) If the power supply is interrupted (fuse Press a band selector button ( ) to blows or the battery is disconnected), turn the radio on. the preset channels will be canceled. (Type B) Press a band selector button ( Manual tuning...
Page 180 Interior Comfort Audio System 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.
Page 181 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-25...
Page 182 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Cassette Tape Player Cassette tape play button Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Repeat button Cassette tape eject button Dolby NR button Program button Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette tape insert Dolby noise reduction Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open...
Page 183 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when APC may not operate properly if: the ignition switch is in the OFF A tape was recorded at a low level. position. A tape has long, silent intervals. Fast-forward/Rewind A tape is a live recording.
Page 184 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Mini Disc (MD) Player MD play button Display button Track up button Scan button Fast-forward Track down button button Display feed dial MD eject button MD slot Reverse button Repeat button Random button Illustration is of a representative audio unit.
Page 185 Interior Comfort Audio System Press the scan button ( ) during NOTE play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). If there is no song or disc title recorded Press the scan button ( ) once again on the MD, NO TITLE will be to cancel scan play.
Page 186 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player Load button CD play button CD eject button CD slot Display button Track up button Scan button Fast-forward Track down button button Repeat button Reverse button Random button Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Inserting the CD Ejecting the CD Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up.
Page 187 Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play.
Page 188 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Load button Channel preset buttons Display button CD slot CD play button CD eject button Track up button Scan button Fast-forward Track down button button Disc down button Repeat button Reverse button Disc up button Random button...
Page 189 Interior Comfort Audio System Multiple insertion Ejecting CDs from desired tray number 1. Press and hold the load button ( 1. Press and hold the CD eject button ( for about 2 seconds until a beep is for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard.
Page 190 Interior Comfort Audio System Press the repeat button ( ) during play. Fast-forward/Reverse The current selection will be repeated Press and hold the fast-forward button ( RPT will be displayed). ) to advance through a track at high Press the repeat button ( ) once again speed.
Page 191 Interior Comfort Audio System qError 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 MD properly. If the error indication does not MD is inserted upside down disappear, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 192: Audio Control Switch Operation
(FM1 radio>FM2 radio>AM radio>CD player or CD changer>Cassette tape player or MD player>cyclical). NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you avoid being too distracted using audio NOTE controls on the dashboard. Always make safe driving your first priority.
Page 193 Interior Comfort Audio System qSeek Switch qMute Switch Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute audio, press it again to resume audio output. When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( ), the radio switches to the next/previous stored station in the order that it was stored (1 6).
Page 194: Safety Certification
This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed.
Page 195: Interior Equipment
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Lights qIlluminated Entry System When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. When the illuminated entry system Sunvisor operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position) and the courtesy lights turn on for: About 30 seconds after the driver's...
Page 196 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qOverhead Lights Rear Front With moonroof Switch Rear Overhead Lights Position Light off Without moonroof Light on when any door is open Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on Light on qMap Lights The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches.
Page 197 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Without moonroof qCourtesy Lights Turns on when any door is open or the illuminated entry system is on. Courtesy Light 6-41...
Page 198: Information Display
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display qInformation Display Functions The information display has the following functions: Clock Ambient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display) Climate Control Display Audio Display 6-42...
Page 199 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClock 12:01 12:29→12:00 12:30 12:59→1:00 When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the time is displayed. NOTE When the SET button is released, the seconds are reset to 00 . qAmbient Temperature Display When the ignition switch is in the ON position, press the AMB button to display the ambient temperature.
Page 200: Lighter
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClimate Control Display Lighter The climate control system status is The ignition switch must be in the ACC displayed. To operate the climate control or ON position. system, refer to Climate Control System (page 6-2). 1. Open the cover. qAudio Display The audio system status is displayed.
Page 201: Ashtray
To use, open the cover. in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.
Page 202: Cup Holder
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qFront Cup Holder To use, slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound. WARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 203: Storage Compartments
Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCoin Box Storage Compartments To open, press the release catch down and pull the lid downward. WARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving.
Page 204 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCenter Console Rear To open, pull the release catch. Front 1. Slide the lid while pushing the button until you hear a click sound. CAUTION 2. Open the lid. Do not place bottles filled with fluid (e.g.
Page 205 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment To open, squeeze the latch and pull the lid Loading long objects with storage box down. removed When closing the storage box, put the The storage box can be removed for storage box back in its original position convenient loading of long objects such as until you hear a click sound.
Page 206: Accessory Socket
ON position. engine off or idling. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A). The accessory socket is in the center console.
Page 207 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ............7-2 Flat Tire ..................7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ............7-3 Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit .....................
Page 208: In Case Of An Emergency
In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Page 209: Flat Tire
In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit Tool box Lug wrench Jack handle Jack Tiedown eyelet...
Page 210 Perform the removal procedure in reverse. qSpare Tire A temporary spare tire is not equipped with your Mazda. If an emergency tire repair is needed, repair the flat tire with the emergency flat tire repair kit (page 7-5). If you require a temporary spare tire, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 211: Instant Mobility System (Ims) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit
The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit Don't exceed 80 km/h (50 mph). included with your Mazda is for a temporary repair of a slightly damaged Avoid driving over obstacles. flat tire resulting from running over nails...
Page 212 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qAbout the IMS Emergency Flat WARNING Tire Repair Kit The IMS emergency flat tire repair kit Ingestion of Tire Sealant: includes the following items. Ingestion of tire sealant is dangerous. In the event tire sealant is accidentally swallowed, drink large amounts of water immediately and seek medical assistance.
Page 213: Tire Repair Kit
Purchase new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The emergency flat tire repair kit cannot be used in the following cases. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The period of effective use for the tire sealant has expired. (The period of effectiveness is indicated on the bottle label.)
Page 214 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE CAUTION The tire sealant can be used at outside If there is air remaining in the tire when temperatures down to 30°C. the valve core is removed, the valve In extremely cold temperatures (0°C core could fly out.
Page 215 Valve NOTE The tire sealant cannot be reused. Purchase new tire sealant at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 11. Pull out the injection hose from the valve. Reinsert the valve core into the WARNING valve and turn it clockwise to install Attaching Sticker to the Steering 12.
Page 216 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 14. Install the compressor hose to the tire 16. Turn the compressor switch on and valve. inflate the tire carefully to the correct inflation pressure. WARNING Valve Compressor hose Operating the Compressor: Operating the compressor above 300 kPa (3.1 kgf/cm , 3 bar, 43.5 psi) is dangerous.
Page 217 Drive carefully to an Authorized the compressor unit, make sure the Mazda Dealer and keep the vehicle compressor switch is turned off. speed below 80 km/h (50 mph). If the vehicle is driven 80 km/h (50 mph) or higher, the vehicle might begin to vibrate.
Page 218: Changing The Tire
21. If the tire inflation pressure remains Changing the Tire stable, the tire repair is complete. Drive the vehicle with care to an WARNING Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the tire replaced. Jacking a Vehicle: Changing a tire is dangerous if not CAUTION done properly.
Page 219 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE NOTE Make sure the jack is well lubricated When blocking a tire, use rocks or before using it. wood blocks of sufficient size to hold the tire in place. (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) qRemoving the Tire Be sure to register the tire pressure...
Page 220 Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Incorrect Jacking Position: Mazda is firmly in position and that it Attempting to jack the vehicle in cannot slip or move. positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous.
Page 221 If you lose your key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's order form, which is with the registration card.
Page 222 WARNING If you're unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspected at an Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Authorized Mazda Dealer. Nuts, Bolts: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and Nut tightening torque bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could 88 118 N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)
Page 223 WARNING Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: 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.
Page 224: Overheating
Open the hood CAUTION ONLY after steam is no longer escaping from the engine. 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. 7-18...
Page 225 Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-15). 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 Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-19...
Page 226: Emergency Starting
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2.
Page 227: Jump-Starting
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. 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.
Page 228 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep Flames Away: 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.
Page 229 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Remove the engine cover. 4. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 5. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, don't allow the vehicles to touch.
Page 230: Push-Starting
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 8. When finished, carefully disconnect the Push-Starting cables in the reverse order described in Step 6. WARNING NOTE Towing a Vehicle to Start It: Verify that the engine cover is securely Towing a vehicle to start it is installed.
Page 231: Emergency Towing
Towing Description CAUTION We recommend that towing be done only Don't tow the vehicle pointed forward by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a with driving wheels on the ground. This commercial tow-truck service. may cause internal damage to the transmission.
Page 232: Tiedown Hooks
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks CAUTION The cap cannot be completely removed. CAUTION Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted Don't use the tiedown hooks under the bumper surface. front and rear for towing.
Page 233: Recreational Towing
In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing 4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown Recreational Towing eyelet. An example of recreational towing is Front towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transmission is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to Towing Description (page 7-25) and Tiedown Hooks (page 7-26) and...
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Page 235: Maintenance And Care
Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................. 8-2 Introduction ................8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ..............8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ............8-3 Owner Maintenance ..............8-8 Owner Maintenance Schedule ..........8-8 Owner Maintenance Precautions ..........8-9 Engine Compartment Overview ..........8-11 Engine Oil ................
Page 236: Introduction
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...
Page 237: Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2). 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...
Page 238 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles 22.5 37.5 52.5 ENGINE Engine oil Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR FILTER Air filter IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs FUEL SYSTEM Fuel filter...
Page 239 *1 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 240 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles ENGINE Puerto Rico Replace every 5,000 km (3,000 miles) or 3 months Engine oil Others Engine oil filter Drive belt AIR FILTER Air filter...
Page 241 *1 According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 242: Owner Maintenance
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Page 243: Owner Maintenance Precautions
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.
Page 244 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on. It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to off. 8-10...
Page 245: Engine Compartment Overview
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil-filler cap Engine oil dipstick Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transmission) Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Cooling system cap Engine coolant reservoir Fuse block (next to air filter) Battery Fuse block (near battery)
Page 246: Engine Oil
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance U.S.A. and CANADA Engine Oil NOTE The Mazda RX-8 requires regular checking of the engine oil level. The compact, high performance RENESIS rotary engine in your vehicle consumes a small amount of engine oil due to its structural design.
Page 247 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Remove the engine cover. Except U.S.A. and CANADA (ILSAC) The quality designation SL, or ILSAC 5. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and must be on the label. reinsert it fully. –10 –30 –20 –20 Full...
Page 248 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 1. Remove the engine cover. NOTE Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. qChanging Engine Oil and Filter Change engine oil and filter according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). Please act responsibly protect the environment and take used oil to a recycling facility.
Page 249: Engine Coolant
Changing oil filter Electrical Fan and Engine Because you need a special tool to Inspection: retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Working near the electrical cooling Dealer should do the work. fan when it is running is dangerous. You could be hit by the fan and seriously injured.
Page 250 10 minutes after the ignition Do not overfill. switch is turned to off. If new coolant is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolant reservoir at qChanging Coolant...
Page 251 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance For mixture percentage: 3. With the drain plug loose but not fully removed, flush out the system with Volume running water. Protection Antifreeze Demineralized solution water Above 16°C Loosen (3°F) Above 26°C Tighten Loosen ( 15°F) Tighten Above 40°C ( 40°F)
Page 252: Brake/Clutch Fluid
NOTE Because this procedure requires qInspecting Brake/Clutch Fluid technical expertise, we recommend that Level it be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly. It should be kept at MAX.
Page 253: Automatic Transmission Fluid (Atf)
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. 8-19...
Page 254 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fluid hot scale A WARNING When the vehicle has been driven and the fluid is at normal operating temperature, Sudden Vehicle Movement: about 65°C (150°F), the level must be Shifting the shift lever without first between Full and Low.
Page 255: Washer Fluid
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid Washer Fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. qInspecting Washer Fluid Level WARNING Substitute Washer Fluid: Full 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.
Page 256: Body Lubrication
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication Air Filter All moving points of the body, such as CAUTION door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is Don't drive without an air filter. This changed.
Page 257: Wiper Blades
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Unfasten the clamps. Wiper Blades CAUTION Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows. To prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Page 258 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull NOTE until the tabs are free of the metal support. To prevent damage to the wiper arm blades when raising both the driver and passenger side wiper arms, raise the driver side wiper arm first.
Page 259 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. You need to use them again. If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade's wiping efficiency could be reduced. So don't use the driver's side metal stiffeners on the passenger's side, or vice versa.
Page 260: Battery
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. 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.
Page 261 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep Flames Away: 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.
Page 262: Tires
Use all radial, all bias-belted, or all bias-type tires. Using Wrong-Sized Tires: Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda (page 10-6) is dangerous. It could seriously affect ride, handling, ground clearance, tire clearance, and speedometer calibration.
Page 263 Canada and Puerto Rico NOTE Because your vehicle is not equipped with a spare tire, you cannot do a tire rotation safely with the jack that comes with your vehicle. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform tire rotation. í 8-29 Some models.
Page 264 (With Tire Pressure Monitoring will be weakened if rotated from side to System) side. 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. 8-30...
Page 265 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qTemporary Spare Tire NOTE Your Mazda is not equipped with a spare (With Tire Pressure Monitoring tire. If you require a spare tire, consult an System) Authorized Mazda Dealer. When tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls are...
Page 266 (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. The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation the tire pressure sensors.
Page 267: Light Bulbs
Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Brake lights/Taillights Overhead light (Rear) Rear side-marker lights Trunk light High-mount brake light Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights License plate light Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Courtesy lights Vanity mirror lights Parking lights Front side-marker lights Fog lights Front turn signal lights...
Page 268 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing a Headlight Bulb Your Mazda's headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. 1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned off and the headlight switch is off. WARNING 2. Lift the hood and find the high and low...
Page 269 (Xenon fusion bulb) back. You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by 6. Replace the bulb. yourself. 7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order The bulbs must be replaced at an of removal. Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-35...
Page 270 Fog Light Bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qReplacing a Bulb (Front) 1. If you are changing the right bulb, start Front turn signal...
Page 271 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing a Bulb (Interior) Overhead light (Rear), Courtesy lights, Vanity mirror lights Overhead light/Map lights (Front) 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with 1. Remove the screws with a Phillips a soft cloth to prevent damage to the screwdriver.
Page 272 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Rear side-marker lights Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-38...
Page 273 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft High-mount brake light cloth to prevent damage to the lens and 1. Turn the center section of the plastic remove the lens by carefully prying on retainer counterclockwise and remove the edge of the lens with a flathead the retainers and trunk rear trim.
Page 274: Fuses
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qFuse Replacement 4. Inspect it and replace if it's blown. Replacing the fuses on the driver's side If the electrical system doesn't work, first inspect fuses on the driver's side.
Page 275 2. Remove the fuse block cover. Normal Blown Next to air filter NOTE To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-42). Verify that the engine cover is securely installed. Near battery Engine cover Battery cover...
Page 276 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) (Next to air filter) (Near battery) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING MAIN 120A For protection of all circuits HEATER Heater AIR PUMP Air pump Power windows, Power door locks, Illuminated entry system, í...
Page 277 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING í Fog lights A/C MAG Air conditioner For protection of various circuits IG KEY For protection of various circuits STOP Brake lights FUEL PUMP Fuel pump HORN Horn HAZARD Hazard warning flashers, Turn signals Electric throttle valve WIPER Windshield wiper and washer...
Page 278 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse panel (Driver's side) FUSE DESCRIPTION PROTECTED COMPONENT RATING CIGAR Lighter 7.5A Audio system, Power control mirror AUX PWR Accessory socket 7.5A Air conditioner SPARE 7.5A SPARE í M.DEF Mirror defroster í 7.5A í AUDIO Audio system í...
Page 279: Appearance Care
Industrial Fallout Prevention Occurrence It is necessary to have your Mazda Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions washed and waxed to preserve its finish drift into the air and mix with rain or dew according to the instructions in this to form acids.
Page 280 Prevention Chipped paint can lead to rust It is necessary to wash and wax your forming on your Mazda. Before this vehicle to preserve its finish according to happens, repair the damage by using the instructions in this section. These...
Page 281: Exterior Care
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, NOTE industrial fallout, and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed Mazda is not responsible for immediately. When prompt washing with scratches caused by automatic car plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap washes or improper washing.
Page 282 Driving with Wet Brakes: CAUTION Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the If your Mazda is damaged and needs vehicle pulling to one side when metal parts repaired or replaced, make braking could result in a serious sure the body shop applies anti- accident.
Page 283 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qUnderbody Maintenance qAluminum Wheel Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice and A protective coating is provided over the snow removal and solvents used for dust aluminum wheels. Special care is needed control may collect on the underbody. If to protect this coating.
Page 284: Interior Care
Maintenance and Care Appearance Care í Fabric Interior Care Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric qDashboard Precautions with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner. Clean it with a mild soap solution good Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh and cosmetic oils from contacting the spots immediately with a fabric spot dashboard.
Page 285 WARNING Damaged Seat Belt: Using damaged seat belts is dangerous. In a collision, damaged belts cannot provide adequate protection. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer replace damaged belts immediately. 8-51...
Page 286 8-52...
Page 287: Customer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Mazda Importer/Distributors ............9-8 Importer/Distributor ..............9-8 Distributor in Each Area ............9-8 Warranty ..................9-9 Warranties for Your Mazda ............9-9 Outside the United States ............9-10 Outside Canada ............... 9-11 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) ..............
Page 288: Customer Assistance
1: Contact Your Mazda Dealer 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.
Page 289 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 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.
Page 290: Customer Assistance (Canada)
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.
Page 291 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).
Page 292 1 (800) 207-0685 Ontario 1 (800) 207-0685 Atlantic Canada 1 (800) 207-0685 Quebec 1 (800) 207-0685 qRegional 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...
Page 293: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
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.
Page 294: Mazda Importer/Distributors
TEL:1 (800) 263-4680 (in Canada) Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. (416) 609-9909 (outside Canada) TEL:1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) qPUERTO RICO (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-2722 TEL: (787) 641-9300 qGUAM...
Page 295: Warranty
Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) Emission Defect Warranty 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.
Page 296: Outside The United States
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements (CMVSS).
Page 297: Outside Canada
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 United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
Page 298: Registering Your Vehicle In A Foreign Country (Except United States And Canada)
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.
Page 299: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts And Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety system;...
Page 300: Cell Phones
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver's hands.
Page 301: Type Approval Of Equipment
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system 9-15...
Page 302: Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (Utqgs)
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
Page 303 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.
Page 304: Reporting Safety Defects
U.S. Department of Transportation. Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. NOTE If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to: Mazda North American Operations...
Page 305: 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.
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Page 307: Specifications
Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ............. 10-2 Specifications ................10-4 Specifications ................10-4 10-1...
Page 308: Identification Numbers
Identification Numbers qChassis Number Vehicle Information Labels qVehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. qVehicle Emission Control Information Label qMotor Vehicle Safety Standard...
Page 309 Identification Numbers qEngine Number Forward 10-3...
Page 310 Automatic transmission fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron III) API Service GL-5 (SAE 90) Rear differential oil API Service GL-5 (SAE 80W-90) API Service GL-5 (SAE 75W-90) Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3 * Not available from Mazda 10-4...
Page 311 Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Unit Item US qt Imp qt With oil filter replacement Engine oil Without oil filter replacement Coolant 10.4 Manual transmission oil 1.75 Automatic transmission fluid Rear differential oil Fuel tank 15.9 (US gal) 13.2 (Imp gal) Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Page 312 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. í...
Page 313 Specifications Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-28. Inflation pressure Tire size Front Rear 225/55R16 94V 220 kPa 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm , 32 psi or lb/po (2.2 kgf/cm , 32 psi or lb/po 225/45R18 91W Vehicle capacity weight:308 kg (680 lb)
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Page 315: Index
Index 11-1...
Page 316 Index Accessory Socket ......6-50 Before Starting the Engine ....4-6 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and After getting in ......4-6 Accessories ........9-13 Before getting in ......4-6 Air Bag Systems ....... 2-29 Body Lubrication ......8-22 Air Filter ..........8-22 Brake/Clutch Ambient Temperature Display ..
Page 317 Index Dashboard Illumination ....5-35 Engine Coolant Temperature Daytime Running Lights ....5-50 Gauge ..........5-33 Defroster Exhaust Gas ........4-5 Rear window ......5-54 Exterior Care ........8-47 Dimensions ........10-5 Door Locks ......... 3-8 Driving In Flooded Area ....4-11 Driving Tips ........
Page 318 Index Hazard Warning Flasher ....5-56 Information Display ......6-42 Hazardous Driving ......4-8 Ambient temperature display ..6-43 Headlight Washer ......5-54 Audio display ......6-44 Headlights Climate control display ....6-44 Control ........5-49 Clock .......... 6-43 Flashing ........5-50 Information display functions ..
Page 319 Index Manual Transmission Operation ..5-8 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Recommendations for shifting ..5-9 Country ..........9-12 Map Lights ........6-40 Rocking the Vehicle ......4-8 Meters and Gauges ......5-30 Mirrors Outside mirrors ......3-29 Safety Defects, Reporting ....9-18 Rearview mirror ......
Page 320 Index Steering Wheel ........3-29 Towing Horn ........... 5-55 Description ......... 7-25 Storage Box ........6-48 Emergency towing ..... 7-25 Storage Compartments ...... 6-47 Recreational towing ....7-27 Center console ......6-48 Trailer towing ......4-12 Coin box ........6-47 Traction Control System (TCS) ..
Page 321 Index Warranty ..........9-9 Washer Fluid ........8-21 Weights ..........10-5 Wheel Replacement ......8-32 Windows Power windows ......3-16 Rear quarter windows ....3-18 Windshield Washer ......5-53 Windshield Wipers ......5-52 Blades replacement ....8-23 Winter Driving ........4-9 11-7...
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3 Knowing Your Mazda

4 Before Driving Your Mazda

5 Driving Your Mazda

6 Interior Comfort

7 In Case of an Emergency

8 Maintenance and Care

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