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  • 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 Seats ........................page 2-2 Seat belt ....................... page 2-4 Air bags ......................page 2-20 Power door lock switch ..................page 3-10 Power window switches ..................page 3-16 Hood release handle ..................page 3-18 Outside mirror switch ..................
  • 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 3-15 Hood ........................page 3-18 Trunk lid ......................page 3-11 Fuel-filler lid ...................... page 3-17 Convertible top ....................page 3-20 Outside mirror ....................page 3-34 Rear window defroster ..................
  • Page 13 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ....................2-2 Seats ..................2-2 Seat Belt Systems ................2-4 Seat Belt Precautions ..............2-4 3-Point Type Seat Belt .............. 2-7 Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems ....
  • Page 14: Essential Safety Equipment

    Essential Safety Equipment Seats To move a seat forward or backward, raise Seats the lever and slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever. WARNING Securing the Seats: Adjustable seats and seatbacks that are not securely locked are dangerous. In a sudden stop or collision, the seat or seatback could move, causing injury.
  • Page 15 Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Recline To change the seatback angle, lean forward slightly while raising the lever. Then lean back to the desired position and WARNING release the lever. Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts.
  • Page 16: Seat Belt Systems

    Whether a seat was occupied or not, if the air bags deployed the seat belt pretensioners also deployed and both 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 17 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keep them clean. Ring 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.
  • Page 18 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qAutomatic Locking Mode Always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child-restraint system from shifting to an unsafe position in the event of an accident. To get the seat belt into the automatic locking mode, pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the child-restraint system.
  • Page 19: 3-Point Type Seat Belt

    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 20: Seat Belt Pretensioner And Load Limiting Systems

    If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it occupant's chest. for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. WARNING To secure the passenger's seat belt when Incorrect Positioning of the Driver...
  • Page 21 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 22: Seat Belt Extender

    Unnecessary Use of an Extender: ON position. If any of these occur, consult Using a seat belt extender when not an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as necessary is dangerous. The seat belt possible. The system may not work in an will be too long and not fit properly.
  • Page 23: Seat Belt Warning Light

    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 24: Seat Belt Warning Beep

    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. 2-12...
  • Page 25: Child Restraint

    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 26: Child-Restraint Systems

    Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident. Follow the Manufacturer's Instructions and Always Keep the Child-Restraint System Buckled Down: An unsecured child-restraint system is dangerous.
  • Page 27 Child-Restraint Tether: Using a child-restraint system that requires a tether is dangerous. Your Mazda doesn't have a child-restraint tether. The child-restraint system cannot be properly secured. In a collision, it could move and cause serious injury or even death to the child or someone else.
  • Page 28: Installing A Child-Restraint System

    Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Installing a Child- NOTE Restraint System Before installing a child-restraint system, refer to Passenger Air Bag The passenger lap/shoulder belt can easily Deactivation Switch (page 2-23). be converted into the automatic locking mode, which must be done to hold the 1.
  • Page 29 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-restraint system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before...
  • Page 30: Latch Child-Restraint Systems

    Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems behind the passenger seat. Only LATCH booster seats and infant carriers without upper tethers can be used in this position, as there is no good place to anchor the tether due to this vehicle's design.
  • Page 31 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qLATCH Child-Restraint System 3. Secure the child-restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors, Installation Procedure following the child-restraint system Before installing a rear-facing child- manufacturer's instruction, however if restraint system, the passenger air bag it uses an upper tether, it cannot be must be deactivated (page 2-23).
  • Page 32: Srs Air Bags

    Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 2 air bags (verify SRS AIRBAG location indicator marks). They are located in: The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) The air bag supplemental restraint systems are designed to provide supplemental protection only in the front seats in certain situations, so seat belts are always important in the following ways:...
  • Page 33 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 or near frontal forces that are at least moderate.
  • Page 34 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 35: Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Switch

    For more government release information Passenger Air Bag on air bag deactivation, contact your Deactivation Switch Authorized Mazda Dealer for the occupant categories as described in the request form for the air bag deactivation WARNING switch in the NHTSA rules.
  • Page 36 Have the passenger air bag deactivation Bag Deactivation Switch: switch inspected by an Authorized Unintentional deactivation of the Mazda Dealer if any of these conditions passenger air bag is dangerous. In an occur: accident, the passenger will not be properly protected. Serious injuries or The indicator doesn't come on when even death could occur.
  • Page 37 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 4. Make sure the air bag deactivation indicator light goes off after 6 seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. 2-25...
  • Page 38: Air Bag System Description

    Gases are produced to inflate the air bags and after the inflation, the air bags quickly deflate. The air bags will function only once. After that, the air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. 2-26...
  • Page 39 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qAir Bag Activation/Deactivation Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole. Air bag activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the air bags to inflate in the following cases: Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph).
  • Page 40 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qConstant Monitoring Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping The following components of the air bag force necessary for air bag deployment. systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: SAS unit Crash sensor...
  • Page 41 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 43: 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 í Keyless Entry System ............3-3 Door Locks ................3-9 Trunk Lid ................3-11 Inside Trunk Release Handle ..........3-14 Power Windows ..............
  • Page 44: Doors And Locks

    3-31) for information regarding keys and engine starting on vehicles If your key is lost, consult your equipped with the immobilizer system. Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready. The keys operate all locks. Retractable key type Key code number plate...
  • Page 45: Keyless Entry System Í

    To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-6). Additional transmitters can be obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be used with the keyless entry system per vehicle. Bring all transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the electronic codes need to be reset.
  • Page 46 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter NOTE Retractable key type (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of Lock button the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) Unlock button This device may not cause harmful...
  • Page 47 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks The hazard warning lights flash. NOTE (Non-retractable key type) Confirm that all the doors are locked Pressing the button once will trigger the visually or audibly by use of the double alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, click.
  • Page 48 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTransmitter Maintenance Replacing the transmitter battery Retractable key type CAUTION 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key Make sure the battery is installed from the transmitter.
  • Page 49 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Remove the battery. Non-retractable key type 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter. Slot Back cover 4. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( facing down.
  • Page 50 If you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring all remaining transmitters to an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible for a replacement and to make the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
  • Page 51: Door Locks

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLocking, Unlocking with Key Door Locks Either 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 52 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks í qLocking, Unlocking with Door- qPower Door Locks Lock Knob Locking, unlocking with key To lock any door from the inside, push the Both doors lock automatically when either door-lock knob. door is locked with the key. Both doors To unlock, pull it out.
  • Page 53: Trunk Lid

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with door-lock Trunk Lid switch Both doors lock automatically when WARNING LOCK is pushed. They all unlock when the unmarked part of the door-lock switch Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas: is pushed.
  • Page 54 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOpening and Closing the Trunk Opening the trunk lid with the key Insert the key into the slot and turn it clockwise. WARNING Open Trunk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous.
  • Page 55 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To release the trunk lid, pull up on the To activate the remote release, insert the trunk lid release lever. key, turn it clockwise and open the trunk lid at the same time. NOTE...
  • Page 56: Inside Trunk Release Handle

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Inside Trunk Release WARNING Handle Open Trunk Lid and Children: Your vehicle is equipped with an inside Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving trunk release handle that provides a means children in the vehicle with the keys is of escape for children and adults in the dangerous.
  • Page 57: 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 Pull the illuminated T shaped handle. position for the power windows to The handle is made of material that will operate.
  • Page 58 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Driver's Side qOperating the Passenger Power Power Window Window Manual opening/closing To open the window to the desired position, hold down the switch. To open the window to the desired To close the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch.
  • Page 59: 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 60: Hood

    (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. 2. Pull the hood latch up and lift the hood. 3-18...
  • Page 61 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 3. Use the support rod to hold the hood open. Support rod Clip qClosing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed.
  • Page 62: Convertible Top

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Convertible Top Top latch assembly Top storage area detail Windshield header Unlock button Top latch Top frame Top latch assembley Top covering qConvertible Top Precautions WARNING WARNING Fastening Mechanisms: It is dangerous to place your hands or...
  • Page 63 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Before lowering or raising the top, stop 3. Pull down the sunvisors. in a safe place off the right-of-way and Sunvisor Sunvisor park on a level surface. Make sure nothing is on the top or near the back window when raising or lowering the top.
  • Page 64 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qCovering the Convertible Top 6. Lift up on the front section of the top to release it from the windshield header. 1. Cover the convertible top with the top covering, stored in the trunk.
  • Page 65 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qRaising the Convertible Top 8. After securely hooking the top latches onto the windshield header, push each 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and latch up with the palm of your hand firmly set the parking brake.
  • Page 66 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 9. If the rear window defroster coupler is disconnected, connect the coupler. Rear window defroster coupler qTaking Care of the Top Refer to convertible top maintenance (page 8-46) for information on taking care of the top.
  • Page 67: Detachable Hardtop

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks í Detachable Hardtop Top latch assembly Side latch assembly Rear deck latch Rear deck stud Rear window defroster coupler qDetachable Hardtop Precautions WARNING WARNING Hardtop and Rollover Accidents: Rollover accidents on a hardtop Standing in a Moving Vehicle: vehicle are dangerous.
  • Page 68 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qRemoving the Detachable WARNING Hardtop 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and Fastening Mechanisms: firmly set the parking brake. It is dangerous to place your hands or fingers near the fastening 2. Lower the side windows, then turn off mechanisms.
  • Page 69 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 5. Push the unlock buttons and fully 8. Lift the hardtop straight off the body to release the side latches. prevent damage to the rear deck latches and studs. Unlock button Side latch Rear deck stud 6.
  • Page 70 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface and NOTE firmly set the parking brake. Points to remember when storing the 2. Lower the side windows, then turn off detachable hardtop. the ignition. Do not place the hardtop on a hard 3.
  • Page 71 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 5. Align the rear deck latches with the CAUTION rear deck studs and set the hardtop squarely onto the body. Be careful not to strike the body with any of the protruding hardtop Hardtop latches.
  • Page 72 If the top rattles even when all latches locked. are secure, drive slowly and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for Side latch inspection. qDetachable Hardtop Appearance Care...
  • Page 73: Security System

    Knowing Your Mazda Security System í Immobilizer System CAUTION The optional immobilizer system allows When starting the engine do not allow the engine to start only with a key the the following, as the engine may not system recognizes. start due to the electronic signal from...
  • Page 74 Go to an qImmobilizer System Warning Authorized Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If you shut off the engine Light while the light is flashing you won't be able to restart it.
  • Page 75 They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Always keep a spare key, in case one is lost. If a key is lost, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will reset the electronic codes of your remaining keys and immobilizer system.
  • Page 76: Mirrors

    Knowing Your Mazda Mirrors Folding the mirror Mirrors Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is qOutside Mirrors flush with the vehicle. Check the mirrors' angles before driving. WARNING Convex Mirror (Passenger Side): Changing lanes without taking into account the actual distance of the vehicle in the convex mirror is dangerous.
  • Page 77 Knowing Your Mazda Mirrors Push the lever forward for day driving. WARNING Pull it back to reduce glare from headlights. Standing in a Moving Vehicle: Standing in the vehicle, or sitting on Day/Night lever the convertible top storage area or center console when it's moving is a dangerous way to ride.
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  • Page 79 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Emission Control System ............4-4 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-6 Before Starting the Engine ............4-7 Before Getting In ..............4-7 After Getting In .................
  • Page 80: Before Driving Your Mazda

    Stop using gasohol of any kind if your vehicle engine is performing poorly. Never add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those specified by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. (MAZDASPEED MX-5) Never use fuel other than premium unleaded fuel for your vehicle.
  • Page 81 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be covered by the Mazda warranty. Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.
  • Page 82: 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 83 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 behind the passenger seat, however this does not indicate an abnormality.
  • Page 84: 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 85: 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 86: 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 87: 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 88: Winter Driving

    Use snow tires on all four wheels Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to Don't go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph) perform the following precautions: while driving with snow tires. Inflate Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in snow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm...
  • Page 89 If tire chains are to be used, replace both front and rear tires with 205/45R16 tires. Please consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Install the chains on the rear tires. Don't use chains on the front tires.
  • Page 90: 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 91: Turbocharger Information (Mazdaspeed Mx-5)

    Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Turbocharger Information (MAZDASPEED MX-5) The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced design provides better operation and requires minimum additional maintenance. To get maximum performance from your turbocharged engine, take note of the following tips: The turbocharged engine is designed for optimal operation with premium unleaded gasoline (page 4-2).
  • Page 92: Towing

    Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-14...
  • Page 93: 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 ................ 5-14 í...
  • Page 94: 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 95: 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 96: 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 97 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 98 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 99 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 100: Manual Transmission Operation

    5 to R (reverse). The shift lever must be put in neutral before being When you hear this noise, consult an shifted to R. Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as (6-speed transmission) possible. Vehicles with 6-speed transmission are...
  • Page 101 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 5-speed 6-speed Gear driving at high speeds causes sudden...
  • Page 102: Automatic Transmission Controls

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and hold in the lock- release button to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position.
  • Page 103 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving N (Neutral) 2 (Second) In N, the wheels and transmission are not The 2 position is helpful when driving in locked. The vehicle will roll freely even heavy, slow-moving traffic and climbing on the slightest incline unless the parking hills, for engine braking assist when going brake or brakes are on.
  • Page 104 To turn it on, push the button again. 4. Move the shift lever. Shift patterns with overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 5. Take the vehicle to an Authorized 2 = 2nd Mazda Dealer to have the system 1 = 1st checked. 5-12...
  • Page 105 CAUTION If the overdrive-off indicator light flashes, the transmission has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transmission. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. qDriving Tips...
  • Page 106: Power Steering

    WARNING If the steering feels rigid during normal Cruise Control Use: driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Using cruise control in the following Dealer. conditions could cause you to lose control of the vehicle:...
  • Page 107 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qActivation/Deactivation 3. Turn the control knob to SET/COAST and release it at the speed you want. To activate the system, press the CRUISE Release the accelerator at the same MAIN switch. time. To deactivate the system, press the switch again.
  • Page 108 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Increase Cruising Speed qTo Decrease Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. Turn the control knob to SET/COAST and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow. Turn the control knob to RESUME/ Release the knob at the speed you want.
  • Page 109 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTo Cancel To turn off the system, use one of these methods: Press the CRUISE MAIN switch. Slightly depress the brake pedal. Depress the clutch pedal. (Manual transmission only) The system is off when the ignition is off.
  • Page 110: Instrument Cluster And Indicators

    Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................... page 5-19 Odometer, Trip Meter and Selector ..............page 5-19 Tachometer ......................page 5-20 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ..............page 5-20 Fuel Gauge ......................page 5-20 Engine Oil Pressure Gauge ................page 5-21...
  • Page 111 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer Odometer When this mode is selected, ODO will be The speedometer indicates the speed of displayed. the vehicle. The odometer records the total distance the vehicle has been driven. qOdometer, Trip Meter and...
  • Page 112 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qTachometer If the needle exceeds normal range toward H, it indicates overheating. The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute CAUTION (rpm). Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage (page 7-11).
  • Page 113 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qEngine Oil Pressure Gauge qDashboard Illumination When the headlight switch is in the position, rotate the thumb-wheel to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights. Bright Engine oil pressure is normal when the...
  • Page 114: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds

    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 5-23 Charging System Warning Light 5-24 Check Engine Light 5-24 ABS Warning Light...
  • Page 115 Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Immobilizer System Warning Light 5-26 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-27 O/D OFF Indicator Light 5-27 Cruise Set Indicator Light 5-27 Turn-Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights 5-27 qBrake System Warning Light...
  • Page 116 Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the Drive to the side of the road and park off brakes inspected as soon as possible.
  • Page 117 If the check engine light remains on or contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer flashes continuously, do not drive at high to have the brakes inspected as soon speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda as possible. Dealer as soon as possible. í...
  • Page 118 ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened...
  • Page 119 If an indicator light remains illuminated electrical problem. Continuing to drive (does not flash) or if it flashes your Mazda in this condition could abnormally, the turn signal bulb may be cause damage to your transmission. burned out.
  • Page 120: 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 121: Switches And Controls

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qHeadlight High-Low Beam Lighting Control Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull it back for low. High beam Low beam qHeadlights To turn on the lights, turn the headlight qFlashing the Headlights switch on the end of the control lever.
  • Page 122: 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 Type A Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position.
  • Page 123: Daytime Running Lights (Canada)

    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. 5-31...
  • Page 124 For a single wiping cycle, push the lever continuously until the lever is released. forward and release it. If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-24). If it's OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. One-touch wiper 5-32...
  • Page 125: Rear Window Defroster

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Defroster Horn The rear window defroster clears frost, To sound the horn, press around the fog, and thin ice from the rear window. mark on the steering wheel. The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
  • Page 126: Hazard Warning Flasher

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. 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 127: 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 ................. 6-9 Antenna ..................6-9 Operating Tips for Audio System ..........6-9 Types of the Audio Set ............
  • Page 128 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 129: Climate Control System

    Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation qAdjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly cooled.
  • Page 130 Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents...
  • Page 131: Control Panel

    Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel Fan control dial A/C switch Rear window defroster switch Temperature control dial Air intake selector Mode selector dial Some models. qControl Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0 Fan off This dial controls temperature.
  • Page 132 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select This lever controls the source of air airflow mode (page 6-4). entering the vehicle. í A/C switch It is recommended that under normal conditions the lever be kept in the outside air position.
  • Page 133 Interior Comfort Climate Control System 3. Set the fan control dial to the desired Rear window defroster switch speed. When using the rear window defroster switch, refer to Rear Window Defroster 4. Turn on the air conditioner. (page 5-33). 5. Adjust the fan control dial and temperature control dial to maintain qHeating maximum comfort.
  • Page 134 Interior Comfort Climate Control System qVentilation NOTE 1. Set the mode selector dial to the For maximum defrosting, set the position. temperature control dial to the 2. Set the air intake selector to the extreme hot position and the fan position.
  • Page 135: Audio System

    Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System qPower Antenna The antenna automatically rises when the WARNING radio is turned on, and lowers when it is turned off. Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving the Vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a...
  • Page 136 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 137 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 138 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 139 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 140 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 141 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 142 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-16...
  • Page 143: Types Of The Audio Set

    Interior Comfort Audio System Types of the Audio Set Audio Set (Type A) ....................page 6-19 Audio Set (Type B) ....................page 6-43 (Some countries.) 6-17...
  • Page 144 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-18...
  • Page 145: Audio Set (Type A) Í

    Interior Comfort Audio System í Audio Set (Type A) CD Player In-dash CD Changer Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player Mini Disc (MD) Player Power/Volume/Sound Controls ................page 6-20 Clock ........................page 6-24 Operating the Radio ....................page 6-26 Operating the Cassette Tape Player ................
  • Page 146 Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Display Power/Volume dial Audio control dial 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. Audio sound adjustment 1.
  • Page 147 Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the Standard audio-equipped model selected functions as follows: BOSE Sound System-equipped model If your vehicle is not equipped with rear speakers, adjust the power/volume dial so the level is even. Depending on the mode selected, the Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes.
  • Page 148 Interior Comfort Audio System Turn the audio control dial to select the Automatic Level Control (ALC) desired mode. The selected mode will be (BOSE Sound System-equipped model) indicated. The automatic level control is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume and sound quality according to the vehicle speed.
  • Page 149 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-23...
  • Page 150 Interior Comfort Audio System qClock Display Clock button Hour set button Minute set button 2. To advance the hours, press the hour Setting the time set button ( ). To advance the The clock can be set at any time when the minutes, press the minute set button ignition switch is in the ACC or ON ( ) while the time is flashing.
  • Page 151 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE When the clock button ( ) is released, the seconds are reset to 00 . If the power supply to the unit is interrupted (if the fuse blows or the vehicle's battery is disconnected), the clock will need to be reset.
  • Page 152 Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Satellite button* Band selector button Display Scan button Seek tuning button Auto memory button/Electric serial number button* Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial *For reception of optional Sirius digital satellite radio. Used on vehicles equipped with the separately sold Sirius digital satellite radio unit. For information on use, read the manual accompanying the Sirius unit.
  • Page 153 Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning NOTE Pressing the seek tuning button ( If the power supply is interrupted (fuse will cause the tuner to seek a higher or blows or the battery is disconnected), lower frequency automatically. the preset channels will be canceled. NOTE Auto memory tuning If you continue to press and hold the...
  • Page 154 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Cassette Tape Player Cassette tape play button Display Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Repeat button Cassette tape eject button Program button Dolby NR button Cassette tape insert Playing Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open Press the cassette tape play button...
  • Page 155 Interior Comfort Audio System * Noise reduction system manufactured Automatic program control (APC) under license from Dolby Laboratories APC is used to find the beginning of Licensing Corporation. either the next program or the one being Dolby and the double-D symbol played.
  • Page 156 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE RPT may not operate properly if A tape was recorded at a low level. A tape has long, silent intervals. A tape is a live recording. A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds. 6-30...
  • Page 157 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-31...
  • Page 158 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Mini Disc (MD) Player MD play button Main display Fast-forward button Track up Scan button button Display Track down button button MD eject MD slot button Display MD display feed dial MD display button Repeat button Reverse button Random button...
  • Page 159 Interior Comfort Audio System Track search Changing the display Press the track up button ( ) once to Display skip forward to the beginning of the next To change the display during MD play, track. press the display button ( ) to advance Press the track down button ( ) once to...
  • Page 160 Interior Comfort Audio System When long disc or song titles cannot be completely displayed, press the MD display button ( ) to display the remaining part of the title. 6-34...
  • Page 161 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-35...
  • Page 162 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player CD play button CD slot Display Disc-in indicator Fast-forward button CD eject button Track up Scan button button Track down button Reverse button Random button Repeat button Inserting the CD Playing Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up.
  • Page 163 Interior Comfort Audio System Track search Press the track up button ( ) once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track. Press the track down button ( ) once to skip back to the beginning of the current track.
  • Page 164 Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons CD slot Disc-in indicator Display CD play button CD eject Load button button Track up Scan button button Track down button Disc down Fast-forward button button Power/Volume dial Repeat button Reverse button Disc up button...
  • Page 165 Interior Comfort Audio System Normal insertion Ejecting the CD 1. Press the load button ( Normal ejection 2. When In is displayed, insert the CD. 1. Press the CD eject button ( ). The disc number and DISC OUT will be Inserting CDs into desired tray number displayed.
  • Page 166 Interior Comfort Audio System Press the scan button ( ) during play NOTE to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). CDs will be ejected starting with the Press the scan button ( ) once again one with the lowest number. to cancel scan play.
  • Page 167 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 168 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-42...
  • Page 169 Interior Comfort Audio System í Audio Set (Type B) (Some countries.) CD Player In-dash CD Changer Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player Mini Disc (MD) Player Antitheft System ....................page 6-44 Power/Volume/Sound Controls ................page 6-48 Clock ........................
  • Page 170: Antitheft System

    Interior Comfort Audio System í qAntitheft System Antitheft indicator light Display Auto memory button Channel preset buttons To deter theft of your vehicle's audio unit, CAUTION it has an integrated antitheft system. The system is designed to accept a code Read and understand all code setting number that makes the unit inoperable if it procedures before attempting to input...
  • Page 171 Interior Comfort Audio System Press 1 for the first digit, 2 for the second, Setting procedure 3 for the third, and 4 for the last digit. For 1. Begin with the audio unit off and the example, if your number is 2547, press 1 ignition switch is in the ACC position.
  • Page 172 Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Press the auto memory button 5. While the code number is displayed, ) and the channel preset button press the auto memory button 6 simultaneously for about 2 seconds ) and the channel preset button until CODE is displayed.
  • Page 173 6 simultaneously until bars are inoperable and Err (error) will flash. When this happens, the unit must be displayed. replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer at the owner's expense. Do not allow an unauthorized person to attempt to input a code number.
  • Page 174: Power/Volume/Sound Controls

    Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Display Audio control dial Power/Volume dial 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. Audio sound adjustment 1.
  • Page 175 Interior Comfort Audio System If your vehicle is not equipped with rear speakers, adjust the power/volume dial so level is even. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: Indication Turn Left Turn Right Decrease bass Increase bass Decrease Increase mid-range...
  • Page 176: Clock

    Interior Comfort Audio System qClock Display Clock button Hour set button Minute set button Setting the time Exact hour adjustment The clock can be set at any time when the 1. To set the exact hour, press the clock ignition switch is in the ACC or ON button ( ) for about 2 seconds position.
  • Page 177 Interior Comfort Audio System Changing the display mode The display on the unit can be changed by pressing the clock button ( ). This alternates the display between time and audio. When the clock mode has been selected, the time will be displayed. NOTE If audio operation is selected while the time mode is on, the selected audio...
  • Page 178: Operating The Radio

    Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Band selector buttons Display Scan button Seek tuning button Auto memory button Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial Radio ON Tuning Press a band selector button ( The radio has the following tuning ) to turn the radio on.
  • Page 179 Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning NOTE Pressing the seek tuning button ( If the power supply is interrupted (fuse will cause the tuner to seek a higher or blows or the battery is disconnected), lower frequency automatically. the preset channels will be canceled. NOTE Auto memory tuning If you continue to press and hold the...
  • Page 180: Operating The Cassette Tape Player

    Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Cassette Tape Player Cassette tape play button Display Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Repeat button Cassette tape eject button Program button Dolby NR button Cassette tape insert Playing Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open Press the cassette tape play button...
  • Page 181 Interior Comfort Audio System * Noise reduction system manufactured Automatic program control (APC) under license from Dolby Laboratories APC is used to find the beginning of Licensing Corporation. either the next program or the one being Dolby and the double-D symbol played.
  • Page 182 Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE RPT may not operate properly if A tape was recorded at a low level. A tape has long, silent intervals. A tape is a live recording. A tape has very short intervals of less than 3 seconds. 6-56...
  • Page 183 Interior Comfort Audio System 6-57...
  • Page 184: Operating The Mini Disc (Md) Player

    Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Mini Disc (MD) Player MD play button Display Fast-forward button Track up Scan button button Track down button MD eject MD slot button MD display Display button Repeat button Reverse button Random button Inserting the MD Fast-forward/Reverse Insert the MD, label-side up with the...
  • Page 185 Interior Comfort Audio System Press the scan button ( ) during play When disc or song titles cannot be to start scan play operation (the track completely displayed, press the display number will flash). button ( ) to display the remaining Press the scan button ( ) once again part of the title.
  • Page 186: Operating The Compact Disc (Cd) Player

    Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player CD play button CD slot Display Disc-in indicator Fast-forward button CD eject button Track up Scan button button Track down button Reverse button Random button Repeat button Inserting the CD Fast-forward/Reverse Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up.
  • Page 187 Interior Comfort Audio System 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. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected.
  • Page 188: Operating The In-Dash Cd Changer

    Interior Comfort Audio System í qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer Channel preset buttons CD slot Disc-in indicator Display CD play button CD eject Load button button Track up Scan button button Track down button Disc down Fast-forward button button Repeat button Reverse button Disc up button Random button...
  • Page 189 Interior Comfort Audio System Multiple insertion Multiple ejection 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 Disc search Press the disc up button ( ) to skip forward to the beginning of the next CD. Press the disc down button ( ) to skip back to the beginning of the previous Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track.
  • Page 191: Error Indications

    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 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 193: Interior Equipment

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Light qOverhead Light When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Center position Switch Overhead Lights qVanity Mirror Position Light off To use the vanity mirror, lower the Center Light on when any door is open sunvisor.
  • Page 194 Don't use the lighter socket for plug- in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. If the lighter doesn't pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.
  • Page 195 Interior Equipment Cup Holder NOTE Replacement ashtrays are available WARNING from an Authorized Mazda Dealer if they are missing. Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids To use, open the cover. while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
  • Page 196 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qCenter Console Storage Compartments To open, pull the release catch. 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 197 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment í qMesh Pocket í Windblocker Maps or pamphlets can be placed in the This windblocker prevents the wind from mesh pocket. coming into the cabin from behind when Pull up the fastener to release it. driving with the top opened. Fastener Windblocker CAUTION...
  • Page 198 6-72...
  • Page 199 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 Changing a Flat Tire ..............7-5 Overheating .................
  • Page 200: 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 201: Flat Tire

    In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Lug wrench Jack Spare tire Jack handle...
  • Page 202 Mazda. qSpare Tire Use only one temporary spare tire on Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. your vehicle at the same time. The temporary spare tire is lighter and (With limited slip differential)
  • Page 203: Changing A Flat Tire

    In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To remove the spare tire Changing a Flat Tire Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench. NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. Steering becomes difficult. The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.
  • Page 204 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qRemoving a Flat Tire 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake. 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic counterclockwise one turn each, but transmission in Park (P), a manual don't remove any lug nuts until the tire...
  • Page 205 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 206 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 207 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 N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)
  • Page 208 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 209: Overheating

    Don't remove the cooling temperature will increase. Stop the system cap when the engine and engine and call an Authorized Mazda radiator are hot. Dealer. Steam from Overheated Engine: Steam from an overheated engine is 5.
  • Page 210 Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-17). 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. 7-12...
  • Page 211: Emergency Starting

    In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine Jump-Starting If the engine fails to start, it may be The battery is in the trunk. flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure Follow this procedure: carefully.
  • Page 212 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 2. If the booster battery is in another WARNING vehicle, don't allow the vehicles to touch. Turn off the engine of the vehicle with the booster battery and all Connecting to Negative Terminal: unnecessary electrical loads in both Connecting the end of the second vehicles.
  • Page 213: Push-Starting

    In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting WARNING Towing a Vehicle to Start It: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured.
  • Page 214: 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 215: Tiedown Hooks

    In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks Recreational Towing An example of recreational towing is CAUTION towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transmission is not designed for Don't use the tiedown hooks under the towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. front and rear for towing.
  • Page 216 7-18...
  • Page 217: 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 (North America) ......... 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America) ..... 8-8 Owner Maintenance ..............8-11 Owner Maintenance Schedule ..........8-11 Owner Maintenance Precautions ..........
  • Page 218: 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 219: Scheduled Maintenance

    Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (North America) 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...
  • Page 220: Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America)

    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 valve clearance Engine timing belt Replace every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) MX-5/Miata Drive belt (tension) MAZDASPEED MX-5 Replace every 8,000 km (5,000 miles) or 5 months...
  • Page 221 * 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 222 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months Maintenance Interval ×1000 km ×1000 miles ENGINE Engine valve clearance Engine timing belt Replace every 96,000 km (60,000 miles) Drive belts (tension) MX-5/Miata Engine oil (Except Puerto Rico) MAZDAS-...
  • Page 223 * 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 224 Emission control and related systems The ignition and fuel systems are highly important to the emission control system and to efficient engine operation. Don't tamper with them. All inspections and adjustments must be made by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
  • Page 225 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 Maintenance Interval ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100 ENGINE...
  • Page 226 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 78 84 90 96 Maintenance Interval ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 ×1000 miles 6.25 12.5 18.75 25 31.25 37.5 43.75 50 56.25 62.5 68.75 75 81.25 87.5 93.75 100 IGNITION SYSTEM...
  • Page 227: 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 228: 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 229: Engine Compartment Overview

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Washer fluid reservoir (TypeB) Automatic transmission fluid-level dipstick (Only for automatic transmission model) Washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir (TypeA) Fuse block Engine coolant reservoir Clutch fluid reservoir (Only for manual transmission model) Engine oil-filler cap Air filter...
  • Page 230: Engine Oil

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engine Oil Engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark qRecommended Oil symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. and fuel economy requirements of the Oil container labels provide important International Lubricant Standardization...
  • Page 231 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance The quality designation SL, or ILSAC CAUTION must be on the label. Don't add engine oil over F. This may cause engine damage. –30 –10 –20 6. Make sure the O-ring on the dipstick is positioned properly before reinserting –20 the dipstick.
  • Page 232 Because you need a special tool to 3. Replace the drain plug washer after the retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda oil has thoroughly drained. Dealer should do the work. 4. Reinstall the plug tightly.
  • Page 233: Engine Coolant

    Do not overfill. injury. Don't remove the cooling If new coolant is required frequently, system cap when the engine and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. radiator are hot. 8-17...
  • Page 234 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qChanging Coolant To change coolant Change coolant according to Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). WARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap: CAUTION Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is Use only soft (demineralized) water dangerous.
  • Page 235: Brake Fluid

    If it is excessively low, have the brake system 6. Run the engine at idle with the cooling system cap off. Slowly add additional inspected by an Authorized Mazda coolant if necessary. Dealer. 7. At this point, wait until the engine reaches normal operating temperature;...
  • Page 236: Clutch Fluid

    If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it (page 10-4) will damage the system. reaches MAX. Mixing different fluids will also Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the damage it. area around the cap. If the brake system frequently requires new fluid, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-20...
  • Page 237: Power Steering Fluid

    If the clutch system frequently level is low. requires new fluid, it should be inspected. Consult an Authorized NOTE Mazda Dealer immediately. Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4). NOTE Low clutch fluid level may signal a Inspect the fluid level at each engine oil fluid leak.
  • Page 238: Automatic Transmission Fluid (Atf)

    If new fluid is required frequently, consult The volume of fluid changes with the an Authorized Mazda Dealer. temperature. For that reason, it is best to examine the level after having driven the vehicle for 15 minutes. If necessary,...
  • Page 239 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fluid cold scale WARNING When the vehicle has not been driven but the engine is idling, and the outside Sudden Vehicle Movement: temperature is above 20°C (70°F), the Shifting the shift lever without first fluid level should be close to, but not depressing the brake pedal is above, the bottom notch on the dipstick.
  • Page 240: 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 Type A WARNING Substitute Washer Fluid: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
  • Page 241: 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 242: Wiper Blades

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. 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 243 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the assembly to expose the plastic locking blade rubber and install them in new clip. blades. Compress the clip and slide the assembly downward;...
  • Page 244: Battery

    Always keep batteries out of the reach of children. NOTE The battery in this vehicle is unique and should only be replaced with the appropriate Mazda battery. For more details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-28...
  • Page 245: Tires

    Using Wrong-Sized Tires: or terminal grease. Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda (page 10-6) Rinse off spilled electrolyte is dangerous. It could seriously affect immediately with a solution of water ride, handling, ground clearance, tire and baking soda.
  • Page 246 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qTire Inflation Pressure NOTE Always check tire pressure when WARNING tires are cold. Warm tires normally exceed Incorrect Tire Inflation: recommended pressures. Don't Overinflation or underinflation of tires release air from warm tires to adjust is dangerous.
  • Page 247 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing a Tire Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following: WARNING Incorrect tire pressure Worn Tires: Improper wheel alignment Driving with worn tires is dangerous. Out-of-balance wheel Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident.
  • Page 248 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Use the temporary only until the CAUTION conventional tire is repaired, which should be as soon as possible. A wrong-sized wheel may adversely affect: Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2 kgf/ or bar, 60 psi). Tire fit Wheel and bearing life CAUTION...
  • Page 249: Light Bulbs

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead light Headlights Front turn signal lights/Parking lights Fog lights Side-marker lights High-mount brake light Brake lights/Taillights License plate lights/Trunk lights Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights Some models. 8-33...
  • Page 250 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Your Mazda's headlights and fog lights 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly have replaceable halogen bulbs. counterclockwise and remove it while holding the rubber socket cover in place. Carefully remove the headlight WARNING bulb from its socket in the reflector by...
  • Page 251 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Remove the bulb by pushing it in Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal slightly and turning it lights, Reverse lights counterclockwise. 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers and remove the trunk end trim.
  • Page 252 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qReplacing Interior Light Bulbs 2. Remove the bulb by pushing it in slightly and turning it Overhead light counterclockwise. 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it in the overhead light as shown in the figure, and then remove the cover.
  • Page 253: 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 254 2. Remove the fuse block cover. 3. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new one of the same amperage rating. Normal Blown NOTE To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-39). 8-38...
  • Page 255 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT HEAD Headlights, Rear defroster, Auto antenna FUEL INJ Fuel injection MAIN 100A For protection of all circuits IG KEY All ignition related circuits BLOWER Blower motor Cooling fan, Additional fan (air conditioner)
  • Page 256 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse panel (Driver's side) FUSE PROTECTED FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT RATING COMPONENT Add fan motor, Magnet Supplemental restraint clutch system, Antilock brake í system 2 HEAD.LH Headlights (LH) Windshield wipers and 3 HEAD.RH Headlights (RH) 15 WIPER washer...
  • Page 257: 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 258 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 259: Exterior Care

    NOTE dirt, mud, and other foreign material from the underside of the fenders, and make Mazda is not responsible for sure the drain holes in the lower edges of scratches caused by automatic car the doors and rocker panels are clean.
  • Page 260 Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. CAUTION Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when If your Mazda is damaged and needs braking could result in a serious metal parts repaired or replaced, make accident. Light braking will indicate sure the body shop applies anti- whether the brakes have been affected.
  • Page 261 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION WARNING Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, Driving with Wet Brakes: or strong detergents containing highly Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. alkaline or caustic agents on chrome- Increased stopping distance or the plated or anodized aluminum parts. vehicle pulling to one side when This may result in damage to the braking could result in a serious...
  • Page 262 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qConvertible Top Maintenance Appearance(Polyvinyl only) Dress the top once a month after washing The convertible top is made of a special and drying it well. For best results, use a high-grade material, but if it's not taken water-based leather treatment or vinyl top good care of, hardening, staining, and loss dressing.
  • Page 263: Interior Care

    Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Interior Care CAUTION qDashboard Precautions Don't use an automatic car wash. Don't use strong soap, chemical Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume detergents, or hot water, and don't and cosmetic oils from contacting the wash the hardtop in direct sunlight or dashboard.
  • Page 264 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. 8-48...
  • Page 265: 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 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ......9-12 Cell Phones .................. 9-13 Cell Phones Warning ...............
  • Page 266: 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 267: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)

    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 268 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 269 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 270 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 271 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 272: 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 273: 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 274: 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 275: 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 276: 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 277: 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 278: 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 279 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 280: Reporting Safety Defects

    Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects NOTE If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to: Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, California 92618-2922 P.O.
  • Page 281: 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.
  • Page 282 9-18...
  • Page 283: 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 284: 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 285 Identification Numbers qEngine Number Forward 10-3...
  • Page 286 Specifications Specifications qEngine Item Specification Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore×Stroke 83.0 mm × 85.0 mm (3.3 × 3.4 in) Displacement 1,840 ml (1,840 cc, 112.2 cu in) MX-5/Miata 10.0 Compression ratio MAZDASPEED MX-5 qElectrical System Item Specification Battery Maintenance-free, 12V-32AH/5HR Alternator 12 V - 80 A Starter...
  • Page 287 Specifications qCapacities (Approximate Quantities) Unit Item US qt Imp qt With oil filter Engine oil Without oil filter MX-5/Miata Coolant MAZDASPEED MX-5 5-Speed transmission Manual transmission oil 6-Speed transmission Automatic transmission fluid MX-5/Miata Rear differential oil MAZDASPEED MX-5 0.85 12.7 10.6 Fuel tank 48.0...
  • Page 288 NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-30.
  • Page 289 Specifications qFuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-37. 10-7...
  • Page 290 10-8...
  • Page 291: Index

    Index 11-1...
  • Page 292 Index Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Brake Accessories ........9-12 Fluid ........... 8-19 Air Bag Systems ....... 2-20 Brakes Air Conditioning System Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..5-7 Gas specifications ...... 10-5 Foot brake ........5-4 Air Filter ..........8-25 Pad wear indicator ......5-8 Antenna ..........
  • Page 293 Index Flasher Dimensions ........10-5 Hazard warning ......5-34 Door Locks ......... 3-9 Headlights ........5-29 Driving In Flooded Area ....4-12 Flat Tire ..........7-3 Driving Tips ........4-8 Changing ........7-5 Automatic transmission ....5-13 Spare tire and tool storage .... 7-3 Break-in period ......
  • Page 294 Index Ignition Maintenance ........8-2 Switch .......... 5-2 Introduction ........8-2 Immobilizer System ......3-31 Owner maintenance Indicator Lights ......... 5-22 precautions ......... 8-12 Cruise set ........5-27 Owner maintenance schedule ..8-11 Headlight high-beam ....5-27 Scheduled ........8-3 O/D OFF ........
  • Page 295 Index Tachometer ........5-20 Rocking the Vehicle ......4-9 Temporary Spare Tire ....... 8-31 Tiedown Hook .......... 7-17 Tires Safety Defects, Reporting ....9-16 Flat tire ......... 7-3 Seat Belt System Inflation pressure ......8-30 3-point type ........2-7 Replacement ....... 8-31 Automatic locking ......
  • Page 296 Index Warning Lights ......... 5-22 ABS ..........5-25 Air bag system ......5-25 Brake system ......5-23 Charging system ......5-24 Check engine ......5-24 Immobilizer system ....5-26 Low fuel ........5-26 Seat belt ........5-26 Seat belt pretensioner system ..5-25 Warranty ..........

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