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Mazda 3 Owner's Manual

Mazda 3 Owner's Manual

2004
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2004
Mazda3
Owner's Manual
8S18
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I (Part No. 9999-95-038C-04)

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  • Page 1 2004 Mazda3 Owner's Manual 8S18 Form No. 8S18-EA-03I (Part No. 9999-95-038C-04)
  • Page 4 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 5: How To Use This Manual

    Illustrations complement the words of the caution is ignored. manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important NOTE safety information, and driving under various road conditions.

  • Page 6: 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 8 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard Overview ..............1-2 Interior Overview ................1-3 Exterior Overview (4 Door) ............1-4 Exterior Overview (5 Door) ............1-5...

  • Page 9: Your Vehicle At A Glance

    Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard Overview Wiper and washer lever Information display (page 5-48) (page 6-38) Driver-side air bag Hazard warning flasher (page 2-36) (page 5-53) Instrument cluster Audio system (page 5-26) (page 6-10) Lighting control/Turn signals Climate control system (page 5-44) (page 6-2) Fog light switch*...

  • Page 10: Interior Overview

    Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Sunvisors Map Lights (page 6-35) (page 6-37) Curtain air bags* Rearview mirror (page 3-27) (page 2-36) Interior light Vanity mirror (page 6-35) (page 6-35) Rear seat Front seats (page 2-5) (page 2-2) Seat belts Side air bags* (page 2-9) (page 2-36)

  • Page 11: Exterior Overview (4 Door)

    Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview (4 Door) Antenna (page 6-10) Trunk lid Rear window defroster (page 3-13) (page 5-52) High-mount brake light (page 8-37) Power windows* (page 3-17) Tires (page 8-31) Fuel-filler lid (page 3-19) Brake lights/Taillights (page 8-37) License plate light Rear turn signal lights (page 8-37)

  • Page 12: Exterior Overview (5 Door)

    Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview (5 Door) Antenna Rear window defroster (page 6-10) (page 5-52) Brake lights/Taillights High-mount brake light (page 8-37) (page 8-37) Liftgate Power windows* (page 3-17) (page 3-10) Tires (page 8-31) Fuel-filler lid (page 3-19) License plate light Rear turn signal lights (page 8-37)
  • Page 14 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ....................2-2 Front Seats ................. 2-2 Rear Seat ..................2-5 Seat Belt Systems ................2-9 Seat Belt Precautions ..............2-9 3-Point Type Seat Belt ............. 2-12 Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems ..

  • Page 15: Essential Safety Equipment

    Consult an position and release the lever. Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats. Damaged Front Seats:...
  • Page 16 Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Seat 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 17: Some Models

    Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Height Adjustment (Driver’s M Head Restraint Seat)* WARNING By moving the seat lever up or down, the seat bottom height can be adjusted. Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous.

  • Page 18: Rear Seat

    Essential Safety Equipment Seats Rear Seat WARNING Unlocked Seatback: WARNING The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Stacking Cargo: Leaving the seatback unlocked is Stacking luggage or other cargo dangerous as it can allow passengers higher than the seatbacks, and to be ejected or thrown around and placing articles on the rear package...
  • Page 19 Essential Safety Equipment Seats To return the seatbacks to the upright NOTE position When returning a rear seat to its 1. Position the outboard seat belts to the original position, also replace the seat side. belt to its normal position. Verify that 2.

  • Page 20: Head Restraint

    Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Rear Seatback Lock (4 Door) WARNING To lock or unlock a seatback, move the lever. Returning Rear Seatbacks to the Upright Position: A rear seatback not fully returned and locked in the upright position is dangerous.
  • Page 21 Essential Safety Equipment Seats Height adjustment To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the locked position. To lower the head restraint, press the stop- catch release, then push the head restraint down. Stop-catch release Adjust the head restraint so that the top is parallel with the top of the passenger’s ears, never the passenger’s neck.

  • 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: Automatic Locking Mode

    Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems M Emergency Locking Mode If the belt has fully retracted, it will always be in the emergency locking mode until you move it into automatic locking mode by pulling the belt all the way out to its full length. In the emergency locking mode, the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision.

  • Page 25: 3-Point Type Seat Belt

    Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt WARNING NOTE Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: When using the rear center seat belt, Improper positioning of the shoulder refer to "Rear Center Position Seat portion of the seat belt is dangerous. Belt"...
  • Page 26 NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous.

  • Page 27: Front Seat Belt Pretensioner And Load Limiting Systems

    The seat belt pretensioner Always have an Authorized Mazda system will not activate if the seat belt is Dealer inspect the seat belt not fastened, only you can be sure it is pretensioners and air bags after any worn properly.
  • Page 28 ON position. If any of • Some smoke (non-toxic gas) will be these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system released when the air bags and may not work in an accident.

  • Page 29: Rear Center Position Seat Belt

    The air bag and seat belt pretensioner system warning beep sound will continue to be heard for approximately 35 minutes. Have your vehicle inspected at an Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. WARNING Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner M Fastening the Seat Belt...
  • Page 30 Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems M Unfastening the Seat Belt WARNING Depress the button on the buckle. Fastening the Rear-Center Seat Belt with Only One Buckle: Fastening the rear-center seat belt with only one buckle is dangerous. If only one pair of seat belt tongue and buckle, either tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) or tongue (C) and anchor buckle (D), is fastened, the seat belt...

  • Page 31: Seat Belt Extender

    Grasp tongue (A) and insert it into the Please contact your Authorized Mazda anchor buckle (B) until you hear a click. It Dealer for more information. is now secure for passenger use.

  • Page 32: Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep

    Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light/ WARNING Beep Using an Extender That is Too Long: Using an extender that is too long is dangerous. The seat belt will not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protection and you could be seriously injured.

  • Page 33: Belt Minder

    Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems M Belt Minder The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s seat belt is not fastened by intermittently sounding a beep sound and flashing the seat belt warning light in the instrument cluster.

  • Page 34: Child Restraint

    Even if the front passenger air bag is shut off, Mazda strongly recommends that children be properly restrained and child-restraint systems of all kinds are properly secured on the rear seats which are the best place for children.
  • Page 35 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 36 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Seating Children in a Child-Restraint System on the Front Passenger Seat: If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-29). Even with the front passenger seat weight sensors, if you must use the front passenger seat for children, seating a child in a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat under the following conditions increases the danger of the front passenger air bag deploying...
  • Page 37 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 2-32).

  • Page 38: Installing Child-Restraint Systems

    If 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 39 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 3. To get the retractor into the automatic NOTE locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire Inspect this function before each use of length of the belt is out of the retractor. the child-restraint system.
  • Page 40 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Tether 5 Door Anchor bracket strap location (Outboard position) For rear center seat 5 Door Tether strap position For rear left seat For rear right seat (Center position) 5 Door WARNING Tether strap position (Outboard position) Tether strap Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to...

  • Page 41: For Children

    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...
  • Page 42 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint M Front Passenger’s Seat Child- WARNING Restraint System Installation 1. Slide the seat as far back as possible. Children and Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the front door, the area of front seat, front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides which the side and curtain air...
  • Page 43 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 5. Make sure the front passenger air bag NOTE deactivation indicator light illuminates after installing a child-restraint system • Inspect this function before each on the front passenger seat. 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.
  • Page 44 Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. While it is always better to install any child-restraint system on the rear seat, it is essential to do so if...

  • Page 45: 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 in the rear outboard seats. 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 46 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint M Child-Restraint System 4. If your child-restraint system came equipped with a tether, that probably Installation Procedure (Rear means it is very important to properly Outboard Seats) secure the tether for child safety, please 1. Make sure the seatback is securely carefully follow the child-restraint latched by rocking the seatback.

  • Page 47: Child-Restraint Systems

    Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint M Child-Restraint System 5 Door Installation Procedure (Rear Tether strap position (Outboard position) Center Seat) Tether strap The LATCH lower anchors at the center of the rear seat are much further apart than the sets of LATCH lower anchors for child-restraint system installation at other seating positions.
  • Page 48 Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system. For rear center seat 3. Secure the child-restraint system using BOTH LATCH lower anchors, 5 Door Anchor bracket following the child-restraint system...

  • Page 49: 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) •...
  • Page 50 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Small children should be protected by a child-restraint system. In certain regions, larger children must use a child-restraint system (page 2-21). Carefully consider which child-restraint system is necessary for your child and follow the installation directions in this Owner’s Manual as well as the child-restraint system manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 51 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with Front Air Bags: Sitting too close to the air bag modules or placing hands or feet on them is extremely dangerous. Front air bags inflate with great force and speed. Serious injuries could occur if someone is too close.
  • Page 52 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Curtain Air Bag Modules: Attaching objects to the areas where the curtain air bag activates such as on the windshield glass, side door glass, front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge and assist grips is dangerous.
  • Page 53 • 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 54: Supplemental Restraint System Components

    Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: • The air bag system with inflators and air bags. • The electric system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: •...
  • Page 55 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Front Air Bag System Components (1) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (2) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (3) Front air bag sensor (4) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-44) (5) Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-44) (6) Front seats (7) Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches (page 2-44)
  • Page 56 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Side and Curtain Air Bag System Components* Put children in the rear seats, they do not have side air bag systems. 4 Door 5 Door (1) Inflators and air bags (2) Side crash sensor (3) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (4) Front seats 2-43...

  • Page 57: How The Air Bags Work

    The front air bags will function only once. After that, the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages. During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy.
  • Page 58 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-29). These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails. These sensors determine the total seated weight on the front passenger seat.
  • Page 59 ON position and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart, do not allow a child to sit in the front passenger seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work properly in an accident. WARNING...
  • Page 60 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Increasing the Total Seated Weight on the Front Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous.
  • Page 61 • If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate after installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child-restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Driver and front passenger buckle switches The buckle switches on the front seat belts detect whether or not the front seat belts are securely fastened and further control the deployment of the air bags on the front seats.
  • Page 62 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Air Bag Activation/Deactivation CAUTION If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat of less than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not inflate (page 2-44).
  • Page 63 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail cosmetic damage but may not have enough gate may not provide the stopping force impact to activate the air bag.
  • Page 64 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Side and curtain air bag activation* Greater than moderate impact to one side 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 65 Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Non-activation of side and curtain air bag* The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: Collision from the rear. Collision from the front, but it may deploy the front air bags. 2-52 *Some models.

  • Page 66: Constant Monitoring

    The diagnostic module continuously ON position. If any of these occur, consult monitors the system’s readiness. This an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as begins when the ignition switch is turned possible. The system may not work in an to the ON position and continues while accident.
  • Page 67 35 minutes. not illuminate when the ignition switch Have your vehicle inspected at an Mazda is turned to the ON position. Dealer as soon as possible. • The air bags inflate.
  • Page 68 (U.S.A.)" (page 9-2). component would not inflate the air bags. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the air bag systems after a collision. Removing Interior Parts: Removing any components such as the front seats (if side air bags are...
  • Page 69 2-56...
  • Page 70 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 ................3-7 Liftgate (5 Door) ..............3-10 Trunk Lid (4 Door) ..............3-13 Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever (4 Door) ......

  • Page 71: Knowing Your Mazda

    Refer to Immobilizer System (page 3-24) but not in the vehicle. for information regarding keys and engine starting on vehicles equipped If your key is lost, consult your with the immobilizer system. Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code number ready.

  • Page 72: Keyless Entry System

    To install a new battery, refer to Maintenance (page 3-5). • 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...
  • Page 73 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Transmitter Lock button To lock the doors and the liftgate, press the LOCK button and the hazard warning Lock button lights will flash once. To confirm that all the doors and the liftgate have been locked, press the LOCK button again within 5 seconds.
  • Page 74 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Transmitter Maintenance Panic button You can use the button to turn on the CAUTION alarm, which allows you to signal for attention in an emergency. • Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward.
  • Page 75 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...

  • Page 76: Door Locks

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Locking, 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:...

  • Page 77: Power Door Locks

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Locking, Unlocking with Door- M Power Door Locks Lock Knob Locking, unlocking with key To lock any door from the inside, push the All doors and the liftgate lock door-lock knob. automatically when the driver’s door is To unlock, pull it out.

  • Page 78: Rear Door Child Safety Locks

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Rear Door Child Safety Locks Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch These locks are intended to help prevent All doors and the liftgate lock children from accidentally opening the automatically when LOCK is pushed.

  • Page 79: Liftgate (5 Door)

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Opening and Closing the Liftgate Liftgate (5 Door) Opening the liftgate Pull the handle and lift up the liftgate. WARNING Open Liftgate: An open liftgate in a moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn into the cabin.

  • Page 80: Luggage Compartment

    Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving. After performing this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon CAUTION as possible. Make sure the luggage compartment cover is firmly secured. If it is not firmly secured, it could unexpectedly disengage resulting in injury.
  • Page 81 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Luggage compartment cover strap CAUTION The luggage compartment can be accessed by opening the liftgate when the To prevent cargo from shifting while straps are attached to the sides of the driving or during sudden deceleration, liftgate.

  • Page 82: Trunk Lid (4 Door)

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Luggage compartment cover hook* Trunk Lid (4 Door) CAUTION WARNING Remove luggage or other cargo from the trunk board before lifting the board Open Trunk and Exhaust Gas: to avoid damaging the trunk board or Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle the luggage compartment cover.
  • Page 83 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the trunk lid with the remote WARNING release lever Pull up the release lever next to the Unattended Children and Pets: driver’s seat. Leaving children or animals unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous.

  • Page 84: Trunk Security

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Trunk Security M Trunk Light In some situations you may want to The trunk light is on when the lid is open prevent the trunk from being opened with and off when it’s closed.

  • Page 85: Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever (4 Door)

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Inside Trunk Release Slide WARNING Lever (4 Door) Unattended Children and Pets: Your vehicle is equipped with an inside Leaving children or animals trunk release slide lever that provides a unattended in a parked vehicle is means of escape for children and adults in dangerous.

  • Page 86: Power Windows

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Operating the Driver’s Side Power Windows* Power Window The ignition switch must be in the ON Opening/closing position for the power windows to To open the window to the desired operate. position, lightly hold down the switch.

  • Page 87: Power Window Lock Switch

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Operating the Passenger Power M Power Window Lock Switch Windows With the lock switch in the unlocked position, all power windows on each door The power windows may be operated can be operated.

  • Page 88: Fuel-Filler Lid And Cap

    CAUTION Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, available at Authorized Mazda Dealers. The wrong cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel and emission control systems.

  • Page 89: Hood

    If the light remains on (even after you have tightened the cap securely, driven, and restarted the engine several times), it may indicate a different problem. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-20...
  • Page 90 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Slide the hood latch and lift the hood. 4. Use the support rod to hold the hood open. 5 Door Clip Support rod 4 Door M Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g.

  • Page 91: Moonroof

    Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 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 92 Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Slide Operation CAUTION To fully open automatically, push the rear of the slide switch. The sunshade doesn’t tilt. To avoid To stop sliding partway, push any part of damaging the sunshade, don’t push up the tilt or slide switch.

  • Page 93: Security System

    Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System CAUTION The optional immobilizer system allows • When starting the engine do not the engine to start only with a key the allow the following, as the engine system recognizes. may not start due to the electronic...
  • Page 94 The security indicator light illuminates for device. about 3 seconds and goes out. If the engine doesn’t start with the correct ignition key, and the security indicator light keeps illuminating or flashing, the system may have a malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 3-25...
  • Page 95 Dealer as soon as possible. contact an Authorized Mazda • If you lose a key, an Authorized Dealer. Mazda Dealer will reset the • If the warning light flashes electronic codes of your remaining continuously while you are driving, keys and immobilizer system.

  • Page 96: Theft-Deterrent System

    Knowing Your Mazda Security System M Operation Theft-Deterrent System* System triggering conditions The optional theft-deterrent system is The horn sounds intermittently and the designed to prevent your vehicle or its hazard warning lights flash for about 3 contents from being stolen when all the...
  • Page 97 • Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the are in the glove box. key. • Press the UNLOCK button on the Mazda recommends that you affix them to the lower rear corner of the front door keyless entry system transmitter. windows.

  • Page 98: Steering Wheel And Mirrors

    Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors M Outside Mirrors WARNING Check the mirrors’ angles before driving. Adjusting the Steering Wheel: WARNING Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the...
  • Page 99 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Power control mirror WARNING The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Driving with Mirrors Folded In: Driving with the outside mirrors To adjust: folded in is dangerous. Your rear view will be restricted, and you could have 1.
  • Page 100 Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors M Rearview Mirror (With Day/ Night Function) Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to center on the scene through the rear window. Do this with the day/night lever in the day position. Push the lever forward for day driving.
  • Page 101 3-32...
  • Page 102 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 103: 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 104: Emission Control System

    • 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 105 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 at the rear of the right side of the vehicle, however this does not indicate an abnormality.

  • Page 106: 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 107: 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 •...

  • Page 108: 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 109: Hazardous Driving

    Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving NOTE Use snow chains only on the front wheels. WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid.

  • Page 110: Rocking The Vehicle

    Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the wheels at high speed is dangerous. perform the following precautions: The spinning tire could overheat and •...

  • Page 111: Snow Tires

    Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Snow Tires Except Brazil Your vehicle is originally equipped with all season radials designed to be used all WARNING year around. In some extreme climates you may find it necessary to replace them...

  • Page 112: Tire Chains

    Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Tire Chains Installing the chains 1. Secure the chains on the front 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 113: 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 114: Towing

    Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-13...
  • Page 115 4-14...
  • Page 116 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 Transaxle Operation ............. 5-9 Automatic Transaxle Controls ..........5-10 Power Steering ................. 5-17 Cruise Control* ...............

  • Page 117: Driving Your Mazda

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic transaxle Ignition Switch To turn the key from the ACC to the M Ignition Switch Positions LOCK position, the shift lever must be in the P position. Shift lever LOCK engaged in P...

  • Page 118: 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 ACC (Accessory) spark ignition system. The steering wheel unlocks and some This system meets all Canadian electrical accessories will operate.

  • Page 119: Brake System

    5. Turn the ignition switch to the START Brake System position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. M Foot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes CAUTION that adjust automatically through normal use. Don’t try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time.

  • Page 120: Parking Brake

    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 121: Brake System Warning Light

    In either case, it will take longer to stop light on, and contact an Authorized the vehicle. Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible. 1. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (page 8-18).

  • Page 122: Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)

    ABS operates. Don’t circumstances. pump the brakes, continue to press down Don’t drive with both lights on, and on the brake pedal. contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon WARNING as possible. ABS:...

  • Page 123: Abs Warning Light

    ABS. When the brake pedal is depressed hard or Should this happen, consult an Authorized depressed more quickly, the brakes apply Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. more firmly. NOTE WARNING • When the brake pedal is depressed...

  • Page 124: Manual Transaxle Operation

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transaxle CAUTION Operation • Keep your foot off the clutch pedal M Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern except when shifting gears. Also, don’t use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage.

  • Page 125: Automatic Transaxle Controls

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Recommendations for Shifting Automatic Transaxle Upshifting Controls For normal acceleration, we recommend these shift points. 1 to 2 26 km/h (16 mph) 2 to 3 45 km/h (28 mph) 3 to 4 56 km/h (35 mph)

  • Page 126: Transaxle Ranges

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Transaxle Ranges N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and transaxle are not The shift lever must be in P or N to locked. The vehicle will roll freely even operate the starter. on the slightest incline unless the parking P (Park) brake or brakes are on.

  • Page 127: Shift-Lock Override

    P. 4. Take the vehicle to an Authorized • To be sure the vehicle is in park, Mazda Dealer to have the system the ignition key cannot be checked. removed unless the shift lever is in...

  • Page 128: Manual Shift Mode

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Manual Shift Mode Indicators Shift position indicator This mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transaxle vehicle by operating the In manual shift mode, the "M" of the shift shift lever and allows you to control...
  • Page 129 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting Manually Shifting down Manually Shifting up (M4→M3→M2→M1) To shift down to a lower gear, tap the shift (M1→M2→M3→M4) lever forward ( ) once. To shift up to a higher gear, tap the shift lever back ( ) once.
  • Page 130 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE NOTE • When driving at high speeds, the If the vehicle is driven at a low speed gear may not shift down depending from a standing start while in M2, the on vehicle speed.
  • Page 131 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Driving Tips NOTE Passing If the vehicle is driven at a low speed For extra power when passing another from a standing start while in M2, the vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress gear may not shift down to M1 the accelerator fully.

  • Page 132: Power Steering

    If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda This indicator light illuminates when the Dealer. ignition switch is turned to the ON...

  • Page 133: Cruise Control

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Cruise Set Indicator Light Cruise Control* With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km/h (19 mph). WARNING This light comes on when a cruising speed Cruise Control Use: is set.
  • Page 134 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE WARNING • The SET function can’t be activated Cruise Main Switch: until about 2 seconds after the ON/ Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when OFF switch has been engaged. not using the cruise control is •...
  • Page 135 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M To Decrease Cruising Speed • Accelerate to the desired speed. Press the SET/COAST button and Press the SET/COAST button and hold it. release it immediately. The vehicle will gradually slow. Release the button at the speed you want.
  • Page 136 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M To Resume Cruising Speed at M To Cancel More Than 30 km/h (19 mph) To turn off the system, use one of these methods: If some other method besides the ON/ OFF switch was used to cancel cruising •...

  • Page 137: Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Tire Pressure Monitoring CAUTION System* • When the tire pressure monitoring system warning light is lit, one or The tire pressure monitoring system more of your tires is significantly (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each under-inflated.

  • Page 138: Tire Pressure Monitoring System

    WARNING Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure at an Authorized Mazda Dealer or the nearest service station. Refer to the Vehicle Handling When Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light specification charts (page 10-8).

  • Page 139: Tires And Wheels

    TPMS before it • When there is equipment or a device can work. The easiest way to do it is to have an Authorized Mazda Dealer near the vehicle using the same radio change your tire and complete ID frequency as that of the tire pressure signal code registration.
  • Page 140 • When replacing/repairing the tires Dealer. or wheels or both, have the work • When reinstalling a previously done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors removed tire pressure sensor to a may be damaged. wheel, replace the grommet for the tire pressure sensor.

  • Page 141: Instrument Cluster And Indicators

    Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges (Black-out meter) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. 1 Speedometer ......................5-27 2 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector ............5-27 3 Tachometer .......................5-28 4 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ................5-29...
  • Page 142 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Speedometer NOTE The speedometer indicates the speed of • (Standard meter) the vehicle. The odometer and trip meter can be M Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip displayed as follows even when the...
  • Page 143 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Tachometer Trip meter The trip meter can record the total The tachometer shows engine speed in distance of two trips. One is recorded in thousands of revolutions per minute trip meter A, and the other is recorded in (rpm).
  • Page 144 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Engine Coolant Temperature M Fuel Gauge Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. We recommend The engine coolant temperature gauge keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the...
  • Page 145 Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Dashboard Illumination M Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button (Black-out meter) When the exterior lights are on, rotate the thumb-wheel to adjust the brightness of The instrument cluster dimmer select the dashboard lights.

  • Page 146: 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 5-33 Charging System Warning Light 5-34 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5-34...
  • Page 147 Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 5-37 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-38 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-38 Automatic Transaxle Warning Light 5-38 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-38...
  • Page 148 In either case, it will take longer to stop light on, and contact an Authorized the vehicle. Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible. 1. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and add fluid as required (page 8-18).

  • Page 149: Engine Oil Pressure Warning

    ON circumstances. position and turns off when the engine is Don’t drive with both lights on, and started. contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon This warning light indicates low engine as possible. oil pressure.
  • Page 150 ABS. • The fuel tank level being very low or Should this happen, consult an Authorized approaching empty. Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. • The engine’s electrical system has a problem. WARNING •...

  • Page 151: Low Fuel Warning Light

    ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident.
  • Page 152 Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds M Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep Condition Result The driver’s seat belt is not fastened when the The warning light vehicle speed reaches 8 flashes and the beep km/h (5 mph) and sound will be heard for...

  • Page 153: Low Washer Fluid Level

    CAUTION If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to your transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. This warning light comes on when any door isn’t securely closed.
  • Page 154 Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire flashes, or the tire pressure warning pressure at an Authorized Mazda Dealer beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to or the nearest service station. Refer to the drive the vehicle at high speeds, or specification charts (page 10-8).

  • Page 155: Security Indicator Light

    Consult Gear position indicator an Authorized Mazda Dealer. M Headlight High-Beam Indicator Gear position indicator Light When the shift lever is in the D or M position, the numeral for the selected gear illuminates.

  • Page 156: Cruise Main Indicator Light

    Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds M Cruise Main Indicator Light* M Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light This light comes on when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control This indicator light illuminates when the system is activated.

  • Page 157: Beep Sounds

    (page 5-47). system warning beep sound will continue to be heard for approximately 35 minutes. When operating the hazard warning Have your vehicle inspected at an Mazda lights, both turn-signal indicator lights Dealer as soon as possible. flash (page 5-53).

  • Page 158: Seat Belt Warning Beep

    Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds M 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.

  • Page 159: Switches And Controls

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Type B (With AUTO position, Lighting Control CANADA)* M Headlights Type A (Without AUTO position) Headlight switch Headlight switch Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights and other exterior lights on or off.
  • Page 160 Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs by yourself. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary. • The light sensor also works as a rain NOTE sensor for the auto-wiper control.

  • Page 161: Flashing The Headlights

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls M Headlight High-Low Beam M Headlight Leveling* Push the lever forward for high beam. The number of riders and weight of cargo Pull it back for low. in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights.

  • Page 162: Turn And Lane-Change Signals

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls M Daytime Running Lights Turn and Lane-Change (Canada) Signals In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime M Turn Signal operation. Move the signal lever down (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop For that reason, the daytime running lights position.

  • Page 163: Fog Lights

    After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally. If they don’t resume functioning, consult • The fog lights will turn off when the an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon headlights are set at high beam. as possible. 5-48...

  • Page 164: Windshield Wipers

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls M Windshield Wipers AUTO (Auto-wiper control) When the wiper lever is in the AUTO Type A (With INT position) position, the rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall on the windshield and turns the wiper on or off automatically (off—intermittent—low speed—high...
  • Page 165 MIST. from inside the vehicle. Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or damage the wipers. When washing or servicing your Mazda, make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position. 5-50...

  • Page 166: Windshield Washer

    INT — Intermittent If the washer doesn’t work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-21). If it’s OK, consult M Rear Window Washer an Authorized Mazda Dealer. To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/ washer switch to the position. After the switch is released, the washer will stop.

  • Page 167: Rear Window Defroster

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Defroster NOTE This defroster is not designed for The rear window defroster clears frost, melting snow. If there is an fog, and thin ice from the rear window. accumulation of snow on the rear...

  • Page 168: Horn

    Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn Hazard Warning Flasher To sound the horn, press around the The hazard warning lights should always mark on the steering wheel. be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other...
  • Page 169 5-54...
  • Page 170 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control 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 171: Interior Comfort

    Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less To prevent the battery from being efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda discharged, do not leave the control Dealer for refrigerant inspection. dial on for a long period of time when the engine is not running.

  • Page 172: Vent Operation

    Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents M Adjusting 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 push NOTE...
  • Page 173 Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents...

  • Page 174: Control Panel

    Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel Mode selector dial Fan control dial Temperature control dial Rear window A/C Switch* defroster switch Air intake selector (page 5-52) M Control Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0—Fan off This dial controls temperature.
  • Page 175 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial 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 176 Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Cooling (With Air Conditioner) WARNING 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. The Recirculated Air Position: 2. Set the temperature control dial to the Using the position in cold or cold position. rainy weather will cause the windows to fog up.
  • Page 177 Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Windshield Defrosting and NOTE Defogging • When maximum cooling is desired, 1. Set the mode selector dial to the set the temperature control dial to position. the extreme cold position and set 2. Set the temperature control dial to the the air intake selector to the desired position.
  • Page 178 Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Dehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position.

  • Page 179: Audio System

    Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System M Detachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it WARNING counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving installed.

  • Page 180: Radio Reception

    Interior Comfort Audio System M Radio Reception Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do AM characteristics not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals AM signals bend around such things as cannot travel beyond the horizon.
  • Page 181 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 182 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 183 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating 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.
  • Page 184 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating 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...
  • Page 185 Interior Comfort Audio System • When driving over uneven surfaces, the • Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can 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 186: Audio Set

    Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set Audio information is displayed on the information display. CD Player* In-Dash CD Changer* Cassette Tape Player* Mini Disc (MD) Player* Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Power/Volume/Sound Controls ..................6-18 Operating the Radio .......................6-20 Operating the Cassette Tape Player* ................6-22 Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player* .................6-24 Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player* ..............6-26...
  • Page 187 Interior Comfort Audio System M Power/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Turn the power/volume dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Audio sound adjustment 1.
  • Page 188 Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the Automatic Level Control (ALC) selected functions as follows: The automatic level control is a feature that automatically adjusts audio volume Indication Turn Left Turn Right and sound quality according to the vehicle Select Select speed.
  • Page 189 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Radio Band selector buttons Scan button Seek Channel tuning preset buttons buttons Manual tuning dial/ Auto memory button Radio ON Tuning Press a band selector button ( The radio has the following tuning to turn the radio on.
  • Page 190 Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Auto memory tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , This is especially useful when driving in will cause the tuner to seek a higher or an area where the local stations are not lower frequency automatically.
  • Page 191 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Cassette Tape Player* Repeat button Cassette tape play button Fast-forward APC button: button (next program) (one being Rewind played) button Program button Cassette tape slot Dolby NR button Cassette tape eject button Cassette tape insert Dolby noise reduction Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open When using a tape with Dolby NR*, push...
  • Page 192 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 •...
  • Page 193 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player* Scan button Repeat button MD play button Track up Fast-forward button button Reverse Track down button button Display button/ Display feed dial Random button MD eject button MD slot Inserting the MD Fast-forward/Reverse Insert the MD, label-side up with the...
  • Page 194 Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan Changing the display This feature helps to find a program by To change the display during MD play, playing about the first 10 seconds of each press the display button ( ) to advance track.
  • Page 195 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player* Scan button CD slot Load button Repeat button CD play button CD eject button Track up button Track down button Random button Fast-forward button Reverse button Inserting the CD Ejecting the CD Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up.
  • Page 196 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 197 Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the In-Dash CD Changer* Scan button CD slot Load button Repeat button CD play button CD eject button Disc up Track up button button Disc down Track down button button Random button Fast-forward button Display button Reverse button Inserting the CD...
  • Page 198 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 199 Interior Comfort Audio System Fast-forward/Reverse Repeat play Press and hold the fast-forward button This feature makes it possible to listen to ) to advance through a track at high a selection repeatedly. speed. Press and hold the reverse button ( Press the repeat button ( ) during play.
  • Page 200 Interior Comfort Audio System M Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution Insert the MD properly.

  • Page 201: Audio Control Switch Operation (Sreering Wheel)

    MD player> CD player or CD changer>cyclical). NOTE NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you avoid being too distracted using Cassette tape, MD, CD and CD audio controls on the dashboard. changer modes cannot be selected in...
  • Page 202 Interior Comfort Audio System M Seek Switch M Mute 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 203: 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 204: Interior Equipment

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors Interior Lights M Illuminated Entry System* When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead light (switch is in Sunvisor the DOOR position) turns on for: •...
  • Page 205 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Overhead Lights* Rear Front DOOR With moonroof DOOR Light off • Light on when any door is open Without moonroof • (With illuminated entry system) DOOR Light on or off when the DOOR illuminated entry system is on Light on Light off •...

  • Page 206: Map Lights

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Map Lights* M Luggage Compartment Light (5 Door) The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches. With moonroof Switches Light off Light on when the liftgate is open Without moonroof Switches 6-37 *Some models.

  • Page 207: Information Display

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display Clock Audio display M Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions: • Clock • Audio Display 6-38...

  • Page 208: Audio Display

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Clock Time resetting While the clock is displayed, press the When the ignition switch is in the ACC or SET button 1.5 seconds or more. When ON position, the time is displayed. the button is released, a beep will sound and the clock will be reset as follows: (Example) 12:01—12:29→12:00...

  • Page 209: Lighter

    • 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 210: Cup Holder

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment To use, open the cover. Cup Holder WARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving.

  • Page 211: Bottle Holder

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Bottle Holder Storage Compartments Bottle holders are on the inside of the WARNING doors. 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 212: Center Console

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Center Console M Cargo Securing Loops (5 Door) To open, pull the lower release catch. WARNING Not Securing Luggage and Cargo: Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as they could move or be crushed in sudden braking or a collision and cause injury.

  • Page 213: Cargo Sub-Compartment

    Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Cargo Sub-Compartment Use the hook under the luggage compartment cover to temporarily hold (5 Door) the trunk board. With flexible floor board To use the cargo sub-compartment, remove the trunk boards. Trunk board Hook Trunk board Cargo sub- CAUTION compartment...
  • Page 214 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Flexible Floor Board (5 Door)* Compartment Front trunk board divider loops The luggage compartment can be separated vertically and/or horizontally, using the trunk board and the trunk board loops. Rear trunk board To separate vertically Use the rear trunk board to separate the luggage compartment vertically.
  • Page 215 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 1. Pull the trunk board loops out. NOTE To facilitate insertion of the trunk board loops into the trunk board slits, first insert the bottom of the rear trunk board into the groove of the luggage sub-compartment.
  • Page 216 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment NOTE With the luggage compartment separated vertically and horizontally by the trunk boards, accessories can be placed in or removed from the luggage compartment via the rear passenger seating area. 4. Rock the trunk board to make sure the board is installed securely.
  • Page 217 6-48...
  • Page 218 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 ..............7-6 Overheating .................

  • Page 219: 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 220: 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. 4 Door Spare tire Jack Tiedown eyelet Lug wrench Jack handle 5 Door Lug wrench Tiedown eyelet Jack Spare tire...
  • Page 221 Flat Tire M Jack M Spare Tire To remove the jack Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire is lighter and 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. smaller than a conventional tire, and is...
  • Page 222 2. Turn the tire hold-down bolt • Don’t use your temporary spare on counterclockwise with the lug wrench. any other vehicle; it has been designed only for your Mazda. Lug wrench • Use only one temporary spare tire on your vehicle at the same time.

  • Page 223: Changing A Flat Tire

    In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire (5 Door) Changing a Flat Tire 1. Remove the trunk mat, trunk board and cargo sub-compartment. NOTE Trunk board If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. • Steering becomes difficult. •...
  • Page 224 (With Tire Pressure Monitoring the tire. System) The wheels equipped on your Mazda are specially designed for installation of the tire pressure sensors. Do not use non-genuine wheels, otherwise it may not be possible to install the tire pressure sensors.
  • Page 225 Using a jack that isn’t designed for has been raised off the ground. your Mazda is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure someone. Use only the jack provided with your Mazda.

  • Page 226: Locking Lug Nuts

    This key is attached Mazda is firmly in position and that it to the lug wrench and is stored with the cannot slip or move.
  • Page 227 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To replace the nut 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. 1. Place the key on top of the nut. 2. Place the lug wrench on top of the key, apply pressure, and turn it clockwise.
  • Page 228 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, If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts...
  • Page 229 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5. Store the damaged tire, using the tire hold-down bolt to hold it in place. Have the damaged tire repaired as soon as possible. Tire hold-down bolt Tire clamp NOTE (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the temporary spare tire.

  • Page 230: Overheating

    Stop the and radiator are hot. engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Steam from Overheated Engine: Steam from an overheated engine is 5. Make sure the cooling fan is operating, dangerous.
  • Page 231 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. 7-14...

  • Page 232: 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 233: 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 234 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 235 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order. Jumper cables Discharged battery Booster battery 1. For vehicle equipped with the engine 3. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V cover, remove the engine cover. and that its negative terminal is grounded.

  • Page 236: Push-Starting

    In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 6. Start the engine of the booster vehicle Push-Starting and run it a few minutes. Then start the engine of the other vehicle. 7. When finished, carefully disconnect WARNING the cables in the reverse order described in the illustration.

  • Page 237: Emergency Towing

    Towing Description CAUTION We recommend that towing be done only Don’t tow the vehicle pointed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a backward with driving wheels on the commercial tow-truck service. ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.

  • Page 238: Tiedown Hook

    In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hook CAUTION Do not use the hooks under the rear CAUTION bumper for towing and tying down, as they cannot hold the load and it will Don’t use the tiedown hook under the damage the bumper.
  • Page 239 In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing CAUTION CAUTION The cap cannot be completely If the tiedown eyelet is not securely removed. Do not use excessive force as tightened, it may loosen or disengage it may damage the cap or scratch the from the bumper when tying down the painted bumper surface.

  • Page 240: Recreational Towing

    In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Recreational Towing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to “ Towing Description ”...
  • Page 241 7-24...
  • Page 242 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) ..... 8-7 Owner Maintenance ..............8-10 Owner Maintenance Schedule ..........8-10 Owner Maintenance Precautions ..........

  • Page 243: Maintenance And Care

    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 244: 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). •...
  • Page 245 *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 246 *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 247 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary. R: Replace L: Lubricate Months Maintenance Interval (Number of months or ×1000 km kilometers (miles), whichever comes first) ×1000 miles CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake and clutch fluid level Disc brakes Tire (rotation)

  • Page 248: Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America)

    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 249 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance I : Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary. R: Replace C: Clean Maintenance Months Interval (Number of months or ×1000 km 10 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 kilometers (miles), whichever ×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 comes first)
  • Page 250 Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance I : Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary. R: Replace T: Tighten Maintenance Months Interval (Number of months or ×1000 km 10 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 kilometers (miles), whichever ×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 comes first)

  • Page 251: 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 252: 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 253: Engine Compartment Overview

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Automatic transaxle fluid-level Engine oil-filler cap dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Engine coolant Battery reservoir Main fuse Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse block Air filter Power steering Engine oil fluid reservoir dipstick 8-12...

  • Page 254: Engine Oil

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Inspecting Engine Oil Level Engine Oil 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level M Recommended Oil surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal Oil container labels provide important operating temperature. information. 3.

  • Page 255: Changing Engine Oil And Filter

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Changing Engine Oil and Filter 1. Warm up the engine for a few minutes and turn it off. Remove the oil-filler Change engine oil and filter according to cap. Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). 2. Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container.

  • Page 256: Engine Coolant

    You could be burned. Carefully Because you need a special tool to inspect the engine coolant in the retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda coolant reservoir, but do not open it. Dealer should do the work. Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment.

  • Page 257: Changing Coolant

    Above -16°C (3°F) bring the level to MAX. Above -26°C (-15°F) Above -40°C (-40°F) CAUTION Radiator coolant will damage paint. Rinse it off quickly if spilled. Do not overfill. If new coolant is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-16...
  • Page 258 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance To change coolant 1. Remove the cooling system cap. WARNING Loosen Tighten Tighten Removing the Cooling System Cap: Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is Loosen dangerous. This might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in serious injury from escaping hot coolant or steam.

  • Page 259: Brake/Clutch Fluid

    If it is excessively low, have the spill brake fluid on yourself or on the brake/clutch system inspected by an engine. Authorized Mazda Dealer. Low Brake/Clutch Fluid Levels: Low brake/clutch fluid levels are dangerous. Low levels could signal brake lining wear or a brake system leak.

  • Page 260: Power Steering Fluid

    If the brake/clutch system frequently requires new fluid, consult an Authorized Mazda NOTE Dealer. Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4). Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at each engine oil change with the engine off and cold.

  • Page 261: Automatic Transaxle Fluid (Atf)

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Automatic Transaxle Fluid WARNING (ATF) Sudden Vehicle Movement: M Inspecting Automatic Transaxle Shifting the shift lever without first Fluid Level depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move The automatic transaxle fluid level should suddenly and cause an accident.

  • Page 262: Washer Fluid

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid CAUTION M Inspecting Washer Fluid Level • Use the cold scale only as a reference. • If outside temperature is lower than WARNING about 20°C (70°F), start the engine and inspect the fluid level after the Substitute Washer Fluid: engine reaches operating Using radiator antifreeze as washer...

  • Page 263: Body Lubrication

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid Body Lubrication reservoir; add fluid if necessary. All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed.

  • Page 264: Air Filter

    Air filter often than the recommended intervals. CAUTION Use a Mazda genuine air filter. Use of other filters could damage the airflow sensor. 1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned 5. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing off.

  • Page 265: Wiper Blades

    Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or damage the wipers. When washing or Plastic locking clip servicing your Mazda, make sure the wiper lever is in the OFF position. CAUTION Contamination of either the windshield or...
  • Page 266 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it CAUTION out of blade holder. • 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.
  • Page 267 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing Rear Window Wiper 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder. Blade (5 Door) When the wiper no longer cleans well, the blade is probably worn or cracked. Replace it.
  • Page 268 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. 8-27...

  • Page 269: 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 270 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 271: Battery Maintenance

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance • If the vehicle will not be used for an NOTE extended time, disconnect the battery cables. Remove the battery cover before M Inspecting Electrolyte Level performing battery maintenance. A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause the battery to discharge quickly.

  • Page 272: Tires

    Using Wrong-Sized Tires: Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda (page 10-8) is dangerous. It could seriously affect ride, handling, ground clearance, tire clearance, and speedometer calibration.

  • Page 273: Tire Rotation

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Tire Rotation NOTE To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires • Warm tires normally exceed every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)/8,000 km* recommended pressures. Don’t (5,000 miles) or sooner if irregular wear release air from warm tires to adjust develops.

  • Page 274: Temporary Spare Tire

    When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by M Temporary Spare Tire an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the Inspect the temporary spare tire at least tire pressure sensors may be damaged. monthly to make sure it’s properly inflated and stored.
  • Page 275 • (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 276 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced. (page 5-24) When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset. Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear.

  • Page 277: Light Bulbs

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs 4 Door License plate light Overhead light/Map lights (Front)* Headlights (Low beam) High-mount brake light Trunk light Headlights (High beam) Overhead light (Rear) Brake lights/Taillights Fog lights* Rear turn signal lights Front turn signal lights/ Side-marker lights Reverse light Side turn signal lights...
  • Page 278 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs Your Mazda’s headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. Replacing a headlight bulb 1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned WARNING off and the headlight switch is off.
  • Page 279 The bulbs must be replaced at an gently pulling it straight backward out Authorized Mazda Dealer. of the socket. (Halogen bulbs) 2. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical 1. Detach the electrical connector from connector by pressing the tab on the the bulb by pulling it to the rear.
  • Page 280 Front turn signal lights/Side-marker lights Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. Carefully remove the fog light bulb...
  • Page 281 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Side turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal lights (4 Door) 1. Slide the unit as shown in the figure to remove it. 1. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and the trunk 2.
  • Page 282 5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Right side NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Socket...
  • Page 283 NOTE NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Authorized Mazda Dealer. Reverse light 5 Door 4 Door 1. Remove the cover. 1. Pull the center section of the plastic 2.
  • Page 284 5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. 5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order NOTE of removal. To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-43...
  • Page 285 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing Interior Light Bulbs License plate lights 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft Overhead light/Map lights (Front)* cloth to prevent damage to the lens and 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft remove the lens by carefully prying on cloth to prevent damage to the trim and the edge of the lens with a flathead...
  • Page 286 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Overhead light (Rear) Luggage compartment light (5 Door) 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with 1. Insert your finger as shown in the a soft cloth to prevent damage to the figure and remove the unit. lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with the flathead screwdriver.

  • Page 287: Fuses

    If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. M Fuse Replacement 4. Locate the position of the suspected If the electrical system doesn’t work, first fuse by using the chart inside the fuse inspect fuses on the front passenger’s side...
  • Page 288 7. Push in a new fuse of the same rating, one of the same rating. and make sure it fits tightly. If it doesn’t, have an Authorized Mazda Dealer install it. If you have no spare fuses, borrow one of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation, such as the SPARE circuit.

  • Page 289: Fuse Panel Description

    Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) 26 27 20 21 30 31 FUSE PROTECTED FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT RATING COMPONENT Cooling fan — — — P/ST EHPAS ABS IG For protection of Fog lights various circuits HORN...
  • Page 290 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Passenger’s side) 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 515253 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 7475 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 FUSE PROTECTED FUSE...
  • Page 291 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT Instrument cluster, Immobilizer METER system, Shift lock system IGNITION , EHPAS WIPER Windshield wiper For protection of ENGINE various circuits IG SIG Auto wiper Supplemental SAS 2 7.5A restraint system —...

  • Page 292: Appearance Care

    Prevention Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with It is necessary to have your Mazda rain or dew to form acids. These acids can washed and waxed to preserve its finish settle on a vehicle’s finish. As the water...
  • Page 293 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 294: Exterior Care

    NOTE Be careful not to pinch hands or fingers as it may cause injury, or • Mazda is not responsible for damage the wipers. When washing or scratches caused by automatic car servicing your Mazda, make sure the washes or improper washing.
  • Page 295 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care To minimize scratches on the vehicle’s Pay special attention to removing salt, paint finish: dirt, mud, and other foreign material from the underside of the fenders, and make • Rinse off any dirt or other foreign sure the drain holes in the lower edges of matter using lukewarm or cold water the doors and rocker panels are clean.
  • Page 296 Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs. CAUTION If your Mazda is damaged and needs metal parts repaired or replaced, make sure the body shop applies anti- corrosion materials to all parts, both repaired and new.

  • Page 297: Underbody Maintenance

    Maintenance and Care Appearance Care M Underbody Maintenance M Aluminum 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.

  • Page 298: Interior Care

    Wipe it with a damp soft cloth; then dry and buff it with a dry soft cloth. 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. 8-57 *Some models.
  • Page 299 Maintenance and Care Appearance Care M Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container. CAUTION Don’t scrape or scratch the inside of the rear window.
  • Page 300 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 301: Customer Information And Reporting Safety Defects

    Authorized Mazda Dealer. M STEP 1: Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. • 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 302: Customer Assistance

    Log on at: www.mazdausa.com Answers to many questions, including how to locate or contact a local Mazda dealership in the U.S., can be found here. You can also send e-mail to Mazda by clicking "contact" at this site. By phone at:1 (800) 222-5500...

  • Page 303: 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 304 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 305 Manitoba (204) 942-7166 Ontario (416) 596-8824 Atlantic Canada (902) 422-5413 Quebec (418) 649-1330 M Regional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC. WESTERN REGION ALBERTA, 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA, SUITE 2000 MANITOBA, RICHMOND B.C. SASKATCHEWAN, V6X 3K1 YUKON (604) 303-5670 MAZDA CANADA INC.

  • Page 306: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)

    M STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.

  • Page 307: Mazda Importer/Distributors

    Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. (416) 609-9909 (outside Canada) TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) M PUERTO 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 M GUAM...

  • Page 308: Warranty

    • 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 309: 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 310: 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 311: 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 312: 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 313: 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 314: Type Approval Of Equipment

    Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system 9-15...

  • Page 315: 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 316: Uniform Tire Quality Grading

    These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers. The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicle may vary with respect to grade.

  • Page 317: 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 318: Wiring Diagram

    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 319 9-20...

  • Page 320: 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 321: Identification Numbers

    Identification Numbers M Chassis Number Vehicle Information Labels M Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle.The number is on a plate attached the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard.This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. M Vehicle Emission Control Information Label M Motor Vehicle Safety Standard...
  • Page 322 Identification Numbers M Engine Number Front 10-3...

  • Page 323: Electrical System

    Specifications Specifications M Engine Model Item 2.0-liter engine 2.3-liter engine Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 83.1 mm (3.44 × 3.27 in) 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) Displacement 1,999 ml (1,999 cc, 121.9 cu in) 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) Compression ratio 10.0 M Electrical System...
  • Page 324 Specifications M Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Unit Item US qt Imp qt With oil filter replacement Engine oil Without oil filter replacement With heater Coolant Without heater Manual transaxle oil 2.87 3.03 2.53 Automatic transaxle fluid 14.5 12.1 Fuel tank (US gal) (Imp gal) Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.

  • Page 325: Air Conditioner

    Specifications M Weights 4 Door 2.0-liter engine Weight Item Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle 1,702 kg (3,752 lb), 1,721 kg (3,794 lb), GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,708 kg (3,765 lb) 1,727 kg (3,807 lb) Front 904 kg (1,993 lb) 924 kg (2,037 lb) 798 kg (1,759 lb), 797 kg (1,757 lb), GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)

  • Page 326: Interior Light

    Specifications M Light Bulbs Exterior light Category Light bulb Wattage ECE R High beam — Headlights Halogen — Low beam Xenon fusion — Front turn signal lights/Side-marker lights 27/8 — #1157NA — Fog lights WY5W — Side turn signal lights High-mount brake light W16W #921...
  • Page 327 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 8-31.

  • Page 328: Index

    Index 11-1...
  • Page 329 Index Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Body Lubrication ......8-22 Accessories ........9-13 Bottle Holder ........6-42 Air Bag Systems ......2-36 Brake/Clutch Air Filter .......... 8-23 Fluid ..........8-18 Antenna ..........6-10 Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ..5-7 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..5-7 Warning light ......
  • Page 330 Index Dashboard Illumination ....5-30 Flasher Daytime Running Lights ....5-47 Hazard warning ......5-53 Defroster Headlights .........5-44 Rear window ......5-52 Flat Tire ..........7-3 Dimensions ........10-5 Changing ........7-6 Door Locks ......... 3-7 Spare tire and tool storage ...7-3 Driving In Flooded Area ....4-12 Flexible Floor Board ......6-45 Driving Tips ........
  • Page 331 Index Hood Release ........3-20 Label Information ......10-2 Horn ..........5-53 Lane-Change Signals .......5-47 Liftgate ..........3-10 Luggage compartment ....3-11 Light Bulbs Replacement ......8-36 Ignition Specifications ......10-7 Keys ..........3-2 Lighter ..........6-40 Switch ......... 5-2 Lighting Control .......5-44 Illuminated Entry System ....6-35 Lubricant Quality ......10-4 Immobilizer System ......
  • Page 332 Index Paint Damage ........8-51 Warning light/beep ....2-19 Parking Brake ........5-5 Seats Parking in an Emergency ....7-2 Front seat ........2-2 Power Door Locks ......3-8 Rear seat ........2-5 Power Steering .........5-17 Security System Fluid ..........8-19 Immobilizer system ....3-24 Power steering malfunction Theft-deterrent system ....3-27 indicator light ......5-17 Service Publications ......9-19...
  • Page 333 Index Tire Pressure Monitoring System ..5-22 Warning Lights ........5-31 System error activation ..... 5-24 ABS ...........5-35 Tire pressure monitoring system Air bag system ......5-36 warning light ......5-23 Automatic transaxle ....5-38 Tires and wheels ....... 5-24 Brake system ......5-33 Tires Charging system .......5-34 Flat Tire ........

  • Page 334: Navigation System

    NAVIGATION SYSTEM...
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