Page 1: Table Of Contents
Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning lights and chimes Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) USB port Satellite radio information Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment...
Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire information Tire inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Driving Starting Brakes Electronic stability control Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch...
Page 3 Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Maintenance product specifications and capacities Engine data Accessories Index All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from MNAO.
Page 4: Introduction
The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Mazda and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.mazdausa.com •...
Page 5 Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment.
Page 6 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Mazda North American Operations, Mazda Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Page 7 Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Manual.
Page 8 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Safety Alert Protecting the Environment Airbag - Front Passenger Airbag Off Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window...
Page 9 Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check Fuel Cap INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing. Mazda may change the contents without notice. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Personal Alarm System Feature Engine Coolant...
Page 10: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster Instrument cluster (pg. 12) Multi-function lever (pg. 49) Hazard flasher control (pg. 207) Headlamp control (pg. 39) Speed controls* (pg. 57) Hood release Parking brake release (pg. 260) (pg. 186) * if equipped...
Page 11 Instrument Cluster Climate controls Audio system (pg. 36) (pg. 19) Auxiliary input jack (pg. 27) USB port* (pg. 29) Electronic stability Auxiliary power point control (pg. 53) (pg. 187) *if equipped...
Page 12: Instrument Cluster
Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work.
Page 13 ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake system warning light also is illuminated. Instrument Cluster BRAKE...
Page 14 WARNING: If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled but normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
Page 15 Instrument Cluster Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working.
Page 16: Gauges
Instrument Cluster Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
Page 17 Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.
Page 18 Instrument Cluster Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the on position).
Page 19: Entertainment Systems
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 20 Entertainment Systems AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn the knob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition is turned back on.
Page 21 Entertainment Systems To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use SEEK/TRACK toggle AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you press another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate;...
Page 22 Entertainment Systems To auto load up to six discs– Press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD #. Load the desired disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted.
Page 23 Entertainment Systems In MP3 folder mode– Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons (0–9) of the desired folder. The system will advance to that specific folder. TEXT: In MP3 mode only– Press TEXT repeatedly to view Album (AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and Artist (AR) in the display, if available. In TEXT MODE–...
Page 24 Entertainment Systems DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset buttons (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits, the system will automatically go to that channel, if available.
Page 25 SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press to cycle through the following options: • CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display.
Page 26 Entertainment Systems SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off. Sound Adjustments Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features: BASS: Press...
Page 27: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 28 Entertainment Systems Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1.
Page 29: Usb Port
USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 30 Entertainment Systems GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: •...
Page 31 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
Page 32: Satellite Radio Information
Entertainment Systems • MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. •...
Page 33 Mazda Motor Corporation shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account.
Page 34 Entertainment Systems Radio Display ACQUIRING SAT FAULT INVALID CHNL UNSUBSCRIBED NO TEXT Condition Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. Internal module or system failure present. Channel no longer available. Subscription not available for this channel.
Page 35 Radio Display NO TEXT NO TEXT NO SIGNAL UPDATING CALL SIRIUS 1–888–539–7474 Entertainment Systems Condition Song title information not available. Category information not available. Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. Update of channel programming in progress.
Page 36: Climate Controls
Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select fan speed. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents.
Page 37 Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle.
Page 38: Rear Window Defroster
Climate Controls During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the PARK gear position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.
Page 39: Lights
Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the fog lamps.
Page 40 Lights Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position. •...
Page 41 Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions.
Page 42: Turn Signal Control
Lights 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge of high intensity light towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 5.
Page 43 INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. The dome lamp control has three positions: • OFF: In this position, the lamp will not illuminate when the doors are open or when attempting to turn the dome lamp on by fully rotating the dimmer control...
Page 44: Bulb Replacement
Lights Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors.
Page 45 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • Courtesy/Reading lamp For bulb replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1.
Page 46 When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, turn the new bulb clockwise to install. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer. Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs The tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other.
Page 47 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assembly screws. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly away from the vehicle by pulling the assembly straight out to expose the bulb socket.
Page 48 Lights Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
Page 49: Driver Controls
After a short period of time, turn the switch on and the blades should operate normally. If they don’t resume functioning, consult an authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Wait until the weather clears before trying to drive with the wipers inoperative.
Page 50: Steering Wheel Adjustment
Driver Controls Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: INT 2 — Normal speed operation of rear wiper. INT 1 — Intermittent operation of rear wiper. OFF —...
Page 51 WARNING: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving.
Page 52 Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These include: 1. Cupholders 2. Utility compartment console lid has a CD holder, a business card holder and two pen holders. The utility compartment has a removable bin with coin holder slots, a sliding tray, a cell phone holder and CD holders...
Page 53 The sliding tray and inside bin can be hooked on the side or rear of the console for extra storage. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) WARNING: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse.
Page 54: Power Windows
Driver Controls Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. Cigarette/Cigar lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will damage the lighter element and socket.
Page 55 One touch down (AUTO) Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Push the switch completely down to the second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation.
Page 56: Mirrors
Driver Controls EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror.
Page 57: Cruise Control
CRUISE CONTROL/SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With cruise control/speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Using cruise control in the following conditions could cause you to lose control of the vehicle: •...
Page 58 Driver Controls • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Tap the brake pedal or clutch pedal (if equipped) Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.
Page 59: Moon Roof
Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the SET- control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. • Press and release the SET- control to operate the Tap-Down function.
Page 60 Driver Controls WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, opening, closing and venting feature.
Page 61 To vent: • The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, vent feature. To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel is closed), press and release the front portion of the control. • To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving.
Page 62 Driver Controls WARNING: Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide which can injure your lungs and cause drowsiness and even death. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out.
Page 63 Cargo management system (if equipped) The cargo management system consists of two storage compartments located in the floor of the rear cargo area. 1. The larger, rearward, compartment is for customer storage. • To open, lift the lid with the pull latch.
Page 64 Driver Controls LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a roof rack. The maximum load for the roof rack is 100 lb (45 kg), evenly distributed on the cross-bars. If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load, position it in the center or as far forward on the cross-bars as possible.
Page 65 To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail. 3. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar.
Page 66 Driver Controls To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack side rails: 1. Ensure that both cross-bar assemblies are installed with the F (front) arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle. 2. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar.
Page 67: Locks And Security
Locks and Security KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, and a remote keyless entry transmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start.
Page 68 Locks and Security Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of your vehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into the ignition cylinder, place your thumb on the center thumb rest of the IKT...
Page 69: Locks
POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door only. All other doors will remain locked. Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock the driver’s door only.
Page 70 Locks and Security Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete Steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout the configuration process.
Page 71 Deactivating/activating autounlock Your vehicle comes with the autounlock feature activated. There are two methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • by using the power door unlock/lock sequence. Note: The autounlock feature can be activated/deactivated independently of the autolock feature. Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed.
Page 72 Locks and Security CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door.
Page 73 The IKT allows you to: • remotely unlock the vehicle doors. • remotely lock all the vehicle doors. • remotely open the power liftgate glass. • activate the personal alarm. • operate the illuminated entry feature. The remote entry lock/unlock feature operates in any ignition position except while the key is held in the start position.
Page 74 Locks and Security Locking the doors 1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Assuming all vehicle doors and the liftgate are properly closed, the park/turn lamps will flash once. 2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors and liftgate are closed and locked.
Page 75 To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the IKT near the key ring in order to remove the battery cover. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board.
Page 76 Locks and Security Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: •...
Page 77: Anti-Theft System
1. The ignition must be off to begin the sequence. 2. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (on) position. 3. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 4. Turn the ignition from the 3 (on) position to the 1 (off) position.
Page 78 Note: The SecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Page 79 Locks and Security Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position. The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the on position.
Page 80 Locks and Security Tips: • Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standard SecuriLock™ keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.
Page 81 Locks and Security If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and will operate the remote entry system (if the new key is an Integrated Keyhead Transmitter). The theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out to indicate successful programming. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features.
Page 82: Seating And Safety Restraints
Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically adjustable. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head restraint is placed in its proper position.
Page 83 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head.
Page 84 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars.
Page 85 WARNING: Not securing luggage or cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury. Make sure luggage and cargo are secured before driving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips and the shoulder belt snug across the chest.
Page 86 Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control is located on the inboard side of the driver’s seatback. Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness.
Page 87 WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) when a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if equipped).
Page 88 Seating and Safety Restraints Heated seats (if equipped) WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
Page 89 The head restraints can be moved up and down. Push control to lower head restraint. Folding down rear seats (60/40 split bench) 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraint under the front seat for storage. Seating and Safety Restraints...
Page 90 Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Pull the seat release control. NOTE: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 4. Flip seat forward. Attach the seat belt web snap button to the quarter trim panel snap button.
Page 91 5. To release seatback, pull the seatback release lever (on top of seat) toward the front seat. NOTE: When the seatback release lever is pulled, slowly lower seatback to the flat position. 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. Returning the rear seats to upright position 1.
Page 92 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and the RED seat unlatched indicator on release paddle is not visible. WARNING: Make sure seat belt buckle heads are through elastic holders on seat backs.
Page 93: Safety Restraints
To remove the rear cushion 1. Lift the yellow tab to release the hinges. 2. Pull the cushion to the outboard side of the vehicle. To install the rear cushion 1. Insert rod ends into floor mounting points and push the cushion to the inboard side of the vehicle.
Page 94 Seating and Safety Restraints • Front crash severity sensor. • Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors. • Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), seat belt pretensioners, front seat belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights.
Page 95 Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close...
Page 96 Seating and Safety Restraints Front seat belt usage sensors The front seat belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and front outboard passenger seat belts are fastened. This information allows your Personal Safety System to tailor the airbag deployment and seat belt pretensioner activation depending upon seat belt usage.
Page 97 If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal Safety System serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips and the shoulder belt snug across the chest.
Page 98 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying airbag and be seriously injured or even killed. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the door and be hit by the side airbag (if equipped) in a moderate collision.
Page 99 • This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest. All seat belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The passenger seat belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length...
Page 100 Seating and Safety Restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the seat belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
Page 101 Seat belt height adjustment Your vehicle has seat belt height adjustments at the front outboard seating positions. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, squeeze and hold the buttons on the side and slide the height adjuster up or down.
Page 102 Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Ask an authorized Mazda dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a front pretensioner-equipped vehicle. Refer to the Seat belt maintenance section in this chapter.
Page 103 Conditions of operation If... The driver’s seat belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The driver’s seat belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... The driver’s seat belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position...
Page 104 Seating and Safety Restraints If... The driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... The driver’s or front passenger’s seat belt is not buckled when the vehicle has...
Page 105 The following are reasons most often given for not wearing seat belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Crashes are rare events I’m not going far Belts are uncomfortable I was in a hurry Seat belts don’t work Traffic is light Belts wrinkle my clothes The people I’m with don’t...
Page 106 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... I have an airbag I’d rather be thrown clear WARNING: Do not sit on top of a buckled seat belt or insert a latchplate into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s air bag system and result in serious injury, ejection and death.
Page 107 • The driver and front passenger seat belts are unbuckled WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the Belt-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle.
Page 108: Airbags
Seating and Safety Restraints AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the seat belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. WARNING: Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a...
Page 109 Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Consult your authorized Mazda dealership before installation of additional equipment. Seating and Safety Restraints...
Page 110 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and airbags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. WARNING: Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions rather than in the front seating position.
Page 111 The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.
Page 112 Seating and Safety Restraints • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. • Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Side curtain airbag system later in this chapter. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. •...
Page 113 For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: • the seat is empty and seat belt is unbuckled. The front passenger sensing system uses a passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled.
Page 114 • If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be advised to ride in the rear seat, and the system should be taken promptly to an authorized Mazda dealer for repair before that seat is occupied again.
Page 115 The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the passenger airbag is disabled, the pass airbag off lamp may or may not be illuminated according to the table below.
Page 116 DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized Mazda dealer. Ask the front seat occupant to sit in a rear seat until the air bag system if checked by the authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 117 Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers or non-Mazda leather seat upgrade kits. The use of accessory seat covers and kits may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.
Page 118 Seating and Safety Restraints How does the side airbag system (if equipped) work? The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group.
Page 119 The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration.
Page 120 (if equipped), fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing side-curtain airbags. See your authorized Mazda dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their seat belts even when an airbag SRS and side-curtain airbags (if equipped) are provided.
Page 121 How do the side-curtain airbags (if equipped) work? The design and development of the side air curtain system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including side air...
Page 122 Seating and Safety Restraints The side-curtain airbags are mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, above the first and second row seats. In certain lateral collisions or rollover events, the side-curtain airbags will be activated, regardless of which seats are occupied. In certain rollover events, the side-curtain airbag (if equipped) on both sides of the vehicle will be inflated, regardless of which seats are occupied.
Page 123 WARNING: Disposing of an airbag can be dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda dealer how to safely dispose of an airbag or how to scrap an airbag equipped vehicle. Seating and Safety Restraints...
Page 124: Child Restraints
Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Mazda recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your child seat is appropriate for your child, and is compatible with and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 125 Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Small Children who have outgrown or no longer children properly fit in a child safety seat (generally children who are less than 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall, are greater than age four (4) and less than age twelve (12), and between 40 lbs (18 kg) and 80 lbs (36 kg) and upward to...
Page 126 Seating and Safety Restraints Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint Child Type Weight Rear facing Up to child seat 48 lb (21 kg) Forward Up to facing child 48 lb seat (21 kg) Forward Over facing child 48 lb seat (21 kg)
Page 127 Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) provides education and training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Mazda recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle.
Page 128 Seating and Safety Restraints If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by your child safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can be restrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat or with the belt-positioning booster.
Page 129 Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts The rear seat head restraints must be removed when using a child seat that utilizes the top tether anchor. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible.
Page 130 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together. 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions.
Page 131 5. To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
Page 132 Mazda Motor Corporation recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps and Recommendations for attaching safety restraints for children in this chapter for more information.
Page 133 The LATCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps. Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter.
Page 134 Seating and Safety Restraints If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and have attached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it.
Page 135 The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor.
Page 136 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Mazda Motor Corporation recommends use of a belt-positioning booster.
Page 137 Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder seat belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion, while minimizing slouching.
Page 138 Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backless and high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. • Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield.
Page 139 Seating and Safety Restraints Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder.
Page 140 Mazda recommends that all seat belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized Mazda technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced.
Page 141: Tires, Wheels And Loading
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than passenger cars in the various driving conditions that are encountered on streets, highways and off-road. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under...
Page 142 Tires, Wheels and Loading Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or power transfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes as necessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedures can be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be found in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
Page 143: Tire Information
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Mazda Motor Corporation to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 144 Tires, Wheels and Loading Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 ⁄...
Page 145: Tire Inflation
Glossary of tire terminology • Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. • Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacture.
Page 146 Always inflate your tires to the Mazda recommended inflation pressure even if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information found on the tire. The Mazda recommended tire inflation pressure is found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 147 When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures also change. A 10°F (6°C) temperature drop can cause a corresponding drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire pressures frequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label.
Page 148 Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in the tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs.
Page 149 WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed, inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives. In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of tread wear.
Page 150 Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door. If this information is not found on these labels then you should consult your Mazda dealer. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Mazda can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 151 The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Mazda Motor Corporation may affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System.
Page 152 Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Mazda dealer. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension require alignment of all four wheels.
Page 153 • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) • Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Tires, Wheels and Loading...
Page 154 Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Mazda dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.
Page 155 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheel diameter.
Page 156 Tires, Wheels and Loading 8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire was built.
Page 157 13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure is normally higher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflation pressure which can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.
Page 158 Tires, Wheels and Loading Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example.
Page 159: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
Tires, Wheels and Loading TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label, you should determine the proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
Page 160 Tires, Wheels and Loading The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 161 Tires, Wheels and Loading Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your four road tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The Low Tire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure is significantly low.
Page 162 Tires, Wheels and Loading When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn you when your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended.
Page 163 Low Tire Possible Pressure cause Warning Light Flashing Warning Spare tire in Light TPMS malfunction When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond immediately to the air added to your tires.
Page 164: Vehicle Loading
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Mazda. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Mazda can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 165 Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label).
Page 166 Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) –...
Page 167 Tires, Wheels and Loading GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR.
Page 168 Tires, Wheels and Loading WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.
Page 169 WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
Page 170 Tires, Wheels and Loading • A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo and luggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick up cement from the local home improvement store to finish that patio you have been planning for the past 2 years.
Page 171: Trailer Towing
TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow option package. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine, transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment while towing.
Page 172 Tires, Wheels and Loading GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine GCWR - lb 2.5L w/manual 4980 (2259) transmission 2.5L 5040 (2286) w/automatic transmission 3.0L 7120 (3230) w/automatic transmission Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation.
Page 173 • loss of control • personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized Mazda dealer. Tires, Wheels and Loading Maximum Trailer Weight...
Page 174 Do not connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can cause damage to your vehicle’s electrical system. See your authorized Mazda dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.
Page 175 • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist in transmission cooling.
Page 176: Recreational Towing
Tires, Wheels and Loading Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required.
Page 177 Four Wheel Drive (4WD) vehicles: Tow your Four Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground or with all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Do not tow your Four Wheel Drive vehicle with the front wheels off the ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on the ground.
Page 178: Driving
Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and steering column and allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3. On— all electrical circuits operational and warning lights will illuminate.
Page 179 WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your authorized dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in order to warm the engine.
Page 180 Driving • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Push the clutch pedal to the floor. 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start).
Page 181 Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). If there is difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely.
Page 182 Driving Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the vehicle has been damaged in a collision. WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 183 WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations for proper and safe operation: • For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter’s Laboratory (UL) or Canadian Standards Association (CSA).
Page 184: Brakes
Driving How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To clean them, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block heater system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 watts of energy per hour.
Page 185 The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for this tendency. The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS equipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking with loss of front braking traction.
Page 186 Driving Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned on) until the parking brake is released.
Page 187: Electronic Stability Control
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM WARNING: Vehicle modifications involving braking system, aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the the performance of the Electronic Stability Control system. In addition, installing any stereo loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the Electronic Stability Control system.
Page 188 Driving The Electronic Stability Control system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations: • Traction Control (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), which functions to help avoid skids or lateral slides •...
Page 189 • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal may move as the systems applies higher brake forces. You may also hear a whoosh of air from under the instrument panel during this severe condition.
Page 190 Driving Certain adverse driving maneuvers may activate the Dynamic Stability Control system, which include but are not limited to: • Taking a turn too fast • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle • Driving over a patch of ice or other slippery surfaces •...
Page 191 Stability Control system can be restored by pressing the Electronic Stability Control Off button again or by turning off and restarting the engine. If you switch off the Electronic Stability Control system, the sliding car icon will illuminate steadily. Pressing the Electronic Stability Control Off button again will turn off the sliding car icon In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Traction Control features will continue to function;...
Page 192 WARNING: Turning off Trailer Sway Control increases the risk of loss of vehicle control, serious injury, or death. Mazda does not recommend disabling this feature except in situations where speed reduction may be detrimental (e.g., hill climbing), the driver has significant trailer towing experience, and can control trailer sway and maintain safe operation.
Page 193: Transmission Operation
PREPARING TO DRIVE WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Utility vehicles and trucks have larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car.
Page 194 Driving If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the on position and the brake pedal depressed, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.
Page 195 Driving Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts.
Page 196 Driving WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse).
Page 197 • The over drive cancel and grade assist lamp in the instrument cluster is illuminated. 2. Grade Assist • Improves driving experience in hilly terrain or mountainous areas by providing additional grade (engine) braking and extends lower gear operation on uphill climbs. •...
Page 198 Driving MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Manual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2.
Page 199 Recommended shift speeds Upshift according to the following charts for best fuel economy: Upshifts during light to moderate accelerations and cruises (for Reverse Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failure to do so may damage the transmission. 1.
Page 200 Driving WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) WARNING: For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter.
Page 201 Basic operating principles • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering characteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice. If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement •...
Page 202 Driving WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in 1st gear or R (Reverse) (manual transmissions) or P (Park) (automatic transmissions). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
Page 203 • If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., from concrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicle responds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or braking). Again, avoid these abrupt inputs. Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail.
Page 204 Mazda Motor Corporation joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
Page 205 Descend a hill in the same gear you would use to climb up the hill to avoid excessive brake application and brake overheating. Do not descend in neutral; instead, disengage overdrive or manually shift to a lower gear. When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden hard braking as you could lose control.
Page 206 The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Mazda Motor Corporation strongly recommends that you do not make modifications...
Page 207: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL The hazard flasher is located on the steering column, just behind the steering wheel. The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position or if the key is not in the ignition. Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash.
Page 208: Fuses And Relays
Roadside Emergencies This switch is located in the front passenger’s footwell, behind a flip-up cover, by the kick panel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3.
Page 209 Standard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse Mini rating fuses Grey Violet Pink 7.5A Brown Blue Yellow Natural Green — — — — — Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the right-hand side of the center console, by the instrument panel.
Page 210 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Not used (spare) Brake On/Off switch Not used (spare) Moon roof Brake Shift Interlock (BSI), SPDJB Turn signals, Stop lamps Low beam headlamps (left) Low beam headlamps (right) Interior lights Backlighting Four wheel drive...
Page 211 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating Roadside Emergencies Protective Circuits Not used (spare) All lock motor feeds, Liftgate release, Liftglass release Heated seat Rear wiper Datalink Fog lamps Park lamps High beam headlamps Horn relay Demand lamps Instrument panel cluster Ignition switch Radio Instrument panel cluster Not used (spare)
Page 212 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses.
Page 213 The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Roadside Emergencies Fuse Amp Rating 80A Midi Electronic power steering module (EPAS) 125A Midi SPDJB 15A* Heated mirror 30A** Rear defroster 20A** Rear power point (center console) — Not used 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive power, PCM relay, Canister vent...
Page 214 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating — Not used 40A** Cooling fan 1 40A** Cooling fan 2 20A** ABS solenoid 30A** Power seats — A/C clutch relay — Rear defroster relay — Fuel relay — Blower relay — PCM relay 20A* Fuel pump 15A*...
Page 215: Changing Tires
Fuse/Relay Location * Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that is different in one or more of the following: type, brand, size, speed rating and tread design.
Page 216 Mazda. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 217 Roadside Emergencies Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs •...
Page 218 Roadside Emergencies Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate hazard flashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission) and turn engine off. Removing the jack and tools The jack and tools are located under the carpeted load floor.
Page 219 Remove the lug wrench from the jack in order to remove the spare tire from under the vehicle. Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether (if equipped) 1. Insert the lug wrench through the access hole in the rear bumper.
Page 220 Roadside Emergencies 5. Use the lug wrench to remove the lug nut from the spare tire tether. 6. If not replacing the spare or flat tire to the underbody storage area, raise winch up into the installed position. 7. Use the attached fastener strap (2) to tie the tether end to the winch actuator shaft (if equipped).
Page 221 WARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 1. Block the diagonally opposite wheel.
Page 222 Roadside Emergencies Before placing the jack under the vehicle, NOTE the jack locations: • Front View shown from rear of front tire. Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt.
Page 223 • Rear View shown from forward of rear tire. Position the jack directly below the stud on the rear trailing arm. 3. Position the jack according to the guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off the ground.
Page 224 Roadside Emergencies Never use the differentials as a jacking point. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire.
Page 225 Stowing the jack and tools • Make sure the jack is fully lowered. • Reclip the tools onto the jack making sure that the tools are fully contained by the clips as shown. • Reinstall the jack in the pocket with the left side first, then snap the right side down.
Page 226: Wheel Lug Nut Torque
If the spare tire carrier ratchets with very little effort, take the vehicle to your authorized Mazda dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience. If your vehicle is equipped with a trailer hitch, guide the tire with one hand;...
Page 227: Overheating
Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there is visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole, remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease. Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a “dime” (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger.
Page 228: Jump Starting
Roadside Emergencies WARNING: When the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot. See Adding coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications section. If you find no problems, the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious, carefully add coolant as required.
Page 229 Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission.
Page 230 Roadside Emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery.
Page 231 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the disabled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the fuel injection system. NOTE: Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped.
Page 232 Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2.
Page 233 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
Page 234: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Mazda has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. On FWD vehicles, if your vehicle is to be towed from the front, ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground.
Page 235 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...
Page 236: Customer Assistance
STEP 1: Contact Your Authorized 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 authorized dealer or the OWNER.
Page 237 BBB AUTO LINE. The whole process normally takes 40 days or less. The arbitration decision is not binding on you or Mazda else you accept the decision. For more information about BBB AUTO LINE, including current eligibility standards, please call 1-800-955-5100 or visit the BBB website at www.lemonlaw.bbb.org.
Page 238 STEP 2: Call the Mazda Regional Office If you feel that you still require assistance, ask the authorized dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative. If more expedient, contact Mazda Canada Inc. Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements.
Page 239 Your complete satisfaction is the goal of Mazda Canada Inc. and our authorized dealers. Mazda’s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that goal.
Page 240 Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps: STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the authorized dealer or the OWNER.
Page 241 Tel: (787) 788–9300 This way, we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible. That is our goal. If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle’s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of...
Page 242 55 Vogell Road Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3K5 Canada TEL: 1 (800) 263–4680 (in Canada) (416) 609–9909 (outside Canada) PUERTO RICO & VIRGIN ISLANDS Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936–2722 TEL: (787) 788–9300...
Page 243 • California Emission Control Warranty (if applicable) • Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty • Tire Warranty NOTE: Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda portfolio. Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards.
Page 244 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.
Page 245 ADD-ON NON-GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by the manufacturer for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system;...
Page 246: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer or Mazda Corporation. To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153);...
Page 247: Cleaning
WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. •...
Page 248 • Spray Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (0000–77–410E-09), available at your authorized Mazda dealer, on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning...
Page 249 • For routine cleaning, use cool or lukewarm water with a neutral pH shampoo. • If tar or grease spots are present, use Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover (0000–77–410E-01), available at your authorized Mazda dealer. Cleaning...
Page 250 INSTRUMENT PANEL / INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the interior trim areas and instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry cloth, or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15). • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel.
Page 251 • To clean, use a soft cloth with Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15), available at your authorized Mazda dealer. Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Deluxe Leather Care Kit (0000-77-609E-03), available at your authorized Mazda dealer.
Page 252 MAZDA CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Mazda dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 253: Maintenance And Specifications
This could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries. For expert advice and quality service, consult an authorized Mazda Dealer. The owner should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as prescribed.
Page 254 Maintenance and Specifications SCHEDULE 1 I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method) R: Replace L: Lubricate Months Maintenance Item x 1000 Miles (x 1000 Km) (12) (24) (36) (48) (60) (72) (84) (96) (108) (120) (132) (144) ENGINE Engine valve clearance (for 2.5L engine)
Page 255 Washer fluid level *1 According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or miles (kilometers) period to ensure long-term reliability. Refer to Fuel filter in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for fuel filter replacement requirements.
Page 256 Maintenance and Specifications SCHEDULE 2 I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method) R: Replace L: Lubricate Months Maintenance Item x 1000 miles (x 1000 Km) ENGINE Engine valve clearance (for 2.5L engine) Engine oil Engine oil (for Puerto Rico)
Page 257 Months Maintenance Item x 1000 miles (x 1000 Km) COOLING SYSTEM Cooling system and hoses Engine coolant (yellow) Engine coolant level ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Function of all lights CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake fluid level Disc brakes Drum brakes Tire (rotation), check wheel lug nut torque *4...
Page 258: Owner Maintenance Schedule
Washer fluid level *1 According to state and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or miles (kilometers) period to ensure long-term reliability. Refer to Fuel filter in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for fuel filter replacement requirements.
Page 259 Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. Genuine Mazda parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING: A hot engine is dangerous.
Page 260 Maintenance and Specifications • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels. Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1.
Page 261: Engine Compartment
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.5L I4 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission dipstick (if equipped) 4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power distribution box 7. Battery 8. Engine coolant bleed valve 9.
Page 262 Maintenance and Specifications 3.0L DOHC V6 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Coolant bleed valve 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10.
Page 263 In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streaking and smearing.
Page 264 Maintenance and Specifications CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. Turn the blade at a right angle to the arm. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs to release the blade from the arm and pull the blade away from the arm to remove it.
Page 265: Engine Oil
Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Grab the wiper arm with one hand close to the arm/blade joint and pull it as far away from the glass as possible.
Page 266 Maintenance and Specifications • 2.5L I4 engine • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within the lower and upper holes or lower and upper lines, the oil level is acceptable.
Page 267 • 3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above the upper hole or upper line may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer.
Page 268 If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Mazda material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Mazda oil filter or another with equivalent performance for your engine application.
Page 269: Battery
BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Mazda maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced.
Page 270 Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention.
Page 271: Engine Coolant
• Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in scheduled maintenance.
Page 272 Adding engine coolant Use only Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or a premium engine coolant that meets a Mazda specification. • DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color).
Page 273 • The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the warranty of your vehicle’s engine cooling system. If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires, contact your local authorized dealer. WARNING: Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir.
Page 274 Maintenance and Specifications Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by following these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle).
Page 275 Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Mazda recommended coolants. Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet the Mazda recommended coolant, may harm engine and cooling system components. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner.
Page 276 Maintenance and Specifications • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection.
Page 277: Fuel Information
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer. 3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.
Page 278 Maintenance and Specifications Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before refueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury.
Page 279 Refueling WARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; •...
Page 280 Maintenance and Specifications 4. After you are done pumping fuel, slowly remove the fuel filler nozzle—allow about five seconds after pumping fuel before removing the fuel filler nozzle. This allows residual fuel to drain back into the fuel tank and not spill onto the vehicle. If the Check Fuel Fill Inlet lamp or Check Fuel Fill Inlet message comes on, the fuel fill inlet may not have properly closed.
Page 281 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Mazda endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
Page 282 Maintenance and Specifications If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer than normal.
Page 283 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dispose of it. Extra funnels can be purchased from your authorized dealer if you choose to dispose of the funnel.
Page 284 Maintenance and Specifications For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time the tank is filled.
Page 285 Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. •...
Page 286 If other than Mazda authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Mazda parts should be equivalent to genuine Mazda parts in performance and durability.
Page 287 WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Illumination of the Service engine soon warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly.
Page 288 Maintenance and Specifications These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel, properly closing the fuel fill inlet or letting the electrical system dry out. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service engine soon indicator should stay off the next time the engine is started.
Page 289 Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will have to be repeated.
Page 290 Maintenance and Specifications 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6.
Page 291: Air Filter(S)
Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, only use a genuine Mazda air filter element. Maintenance and Specifications...
Page 292 Maintenance and Specifications WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. •...
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Page 295: Engine Data
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine 2.5L I4 engine Cubic inches Required fuel 87 octane Firing order 1-3-4-2 Ignition system Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.049–0.053 inch (1.25–1.35mm) Compression ratio 9.7:1 Engine drivebelt routing • 2.5L I4 Engine • 3.0L V6 Engine Maintenance and Specifications 3.0L DOHC V6 engine 87 octane...
Page 296 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure (B-Pillar) by the trailing edge of the driver’s...
Page 297 Description Five-speed manual Six-speed automatic Maintenance and Specifications MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. FOR MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION DATE: XX/XX FRONT GAWR: XXXXL XXXXKG XXXX/XXXXXXX XXXX.XX AT XXX kPa/XX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND THEFT PREVENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
Page 298: Accessories
Accessories CELL PHONES Use of cell phones and other devices by driver: WARNING: 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 299: Index
ABS (see Brakes) ...184 Accessory delay ...55 Air cleaner filter ...291, 293 Air conditioning manual heating and air conditioning system ...36 Airbag supplemental restraint system ...108, 117, 120 and child safety seats ...110 description ...108, 117, 120 disposal ...123 driver airbag ...110, 118, 121 indicator light ...116, 119, 123 operation ...110, 118, 121 passenger airbag ...110, 118, 121...
Page 300 Index Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ...248 instrument panel ...250 interior ...251 Mazda car care products ...252 plastic parts ...249 washing ...247 waxing ...247 wheels ...248 wiper blades ...250 Climate control (see Air conditioning or Heating) ...36 Clock ...19 Clutch fluid ...289...
Page 301 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road ...200 preparing to drive your vehicle ...193 Fuel ...277 calculating fuel economy ...283 cap ...279 capacity ...293 choosing the right fuel ...280 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates ...286 detergent in fuel ...281 filler funnel ...281 filling your vehicle with fuel ...277, 279, 283 filter, specifications ...277...
Page 302 Index cargo lamps ...40 daytime running light ...40 fog lamps ...39 headlamps ...39 headlamps, flash to pass ...40 instrument panel, dimming ...40 interior lamps ...43–45 replacing bulbs ...45 LATCH anchors ...132 Liftgate ...61, 74 Lights, warning and indicator ...12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...185 Load limits ...164 Loading instructions ...170 Locks...
Page 303 Roof rack ...64 Safety defects, reporting ...246 Safety restraints ...93, 97–101 Belt-Minder ...103 extension assembly ...102 for adults ...98–100 for children ...124 Occupant Classification Sensor ...95 seat belt maintenance ...140 warning light and chime ...102–103 Safety restraints - LATCH anchors ...132 Safety seats for children ...128 Safety Compliance Certification Label ...296...
Page 304 Index Transmission automatic operation ...193 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...193 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...289 fluid, checking and adding (manual) ...289, 291 fluid, refill capacities ...293 lubricant specifications ...293 manual operation ...198 Trunk ...63 Turn signal ...42 USB port ...29 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...296 Vehicle loading ...164...

Mazda 2009 Tribute Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Driving

Roadside Emergencies

Customer Assistance

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

Accessories

Index

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