Page 1 HIROSHIMA, JAPAN Important Notes About This Manual Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Page 2: How To Use This Manual
You’ll find several WARNINGs, Illustrations complement the words of the CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual. manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can WARNING find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under A WARNING indicates a situation in various road conditions.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems.
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Page 5: Your Vehicle At A Glance
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard Overview ..............1-2 Interior Overview ................1-3 Exterior Overview ................. 1-4 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI...
Page 6: Dashboard Overview
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 2 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard Overview Wiper and washer lever Instrument cluster (page 5-36) (page 5-20) Lighting control/Turn signals Shift lever (page 5-34) (page 5-9) TCS OFF switch* Hazard warning flasher (page 5-18) (page 5-39) Audio system...
Page 7: Interior Overview
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior Overview Sunvisors Seat belts (page 2-30) (page 6-41) Rearview mirror Interior light (page 3-34) (page 6-42) Rear vents* (page 6-10) Power seat switches (page 2-8) Third-row seat (page 2-20) Front seats...
Page 8: Exterior Overview
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Brake lights/Taillights High-mount brake light (page 8-31) (page 8-31) Child safety lock Rear window defroster (page 3-12) (page 5-38) Outside mirrors (page 3-33) Rear windshield wiper blades (page 8-22) Liftgate...
Page 9: Essential Safety Equipment
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats ....................2-2 Seat Arrangements ..............2-2 Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ........2-3 Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) ........
Page 10: Essential Safety Equipment
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 2 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Seat Arrangements Road positions (while driving) Non-road positions (Parking/Camping) Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 11: Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats)
M Seat Slide modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury. Consult an WARNING Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the front seats. Driver’s Seat Adjustment: Adjusting the driver’s seat while the Damaged Front Seats: vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 12 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original To change the seatback angle, lean position and the seat is locked in place by forward slightly while raising the lever. attempting to push it forward and Then lean back to the desired position and backward.
Page 13 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 5 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Height Adjustment (Driver’s M Lumber Support Adjustment Seat) (Driver’s Seat)* The seat-bottom angle can be adjusted by The amount of lumber support can be rotating the dial. adjusted by rotating dial.
Page 14 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Front Passenger Seat Side Table Height adjustment To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired position. WARNING To lower the head restraint, press the stop- catch release, then push the head restraint Using Seat Side Table While Vehicle down.
Page 15 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 7 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Armrest NOTE The armrest can be used or placed The table can be expanded rearward by upright. pulling out the rear end. Armrests When collapsing the table, pull the lever under the table.
Page 16: Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats)
Consult an M Seat Slide (Driver’s Seat) Authorized Mazda Dealer if there is any need to remove or reinstall the To slide the seat, move the slide lifter front seats.
Page 17 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 9 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Seat Recline (Driver’s Seat) M Height Adjustment (Driver’s Seat) WARNING Front height adjustment To adjust the front height of the seat- Reclining: bottom, raise or lower the front of the Sitting in a reclined position while the slide lifter switch on the left side of the vehicle is moving is dangerous...
Page 18: Head Restraint
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 10 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Head Restraint Height adjustment Raise the seat-bottom by pulling up on the center of the switch. Release the switch at WARNING the desired position. Head Restraints Adjustment: Lower the seat-bottom by pressing down Driving with the head restraints on the center of the switch.
Page 19 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 11 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Front Passenger Seat Side Table Removal To remove the head restraint, press the stop-catch release, then pull up on the WARNING head restraint. Using Seat Side Table While Vehicle Stop-catch release is Moving: Using the seat side table while the...
Page 20 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 12 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Armrest NOTE The armrest can be used or placed The table can be expanded rearward by upright. pulling out the rear end. Armrests When collapsing the table, pull the lever under the table.
Page 21: Second-Row Seats
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 13 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Second-Row Seats WARNING Unlocked Seatback: WARNING The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Stacking Cargo: Leaving the seatback unlocked is Stacking luggage or other cargo dangerous as it can allow passengers higher than the seatback is to be ejected or thrown around and...
Page 22 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 14 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Seat Slide M Seat Recline To move the seat forward or backward, WARNING raise the lever and slide the seat to the desired position and release the lever. Reclining: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous...
Page 23 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 15 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original Height adjustment position and the seatback is locked in To raise a head restraint, pull it up to the place by attempting to push it forward and desired position.
Page 24 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 16 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Armrest M Third-Row Seat Access The armrest can be used or placed Access to the third-row seat via the upright. sliding door When the second-row seats are together, Type A Armrest move along the path between the sliding...
Page 25 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 17 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Folding the Second-Row Seats CAUTION WARNING Lowering the seatback without stowing the seat belt buckle could damage the seatback. Using Folded Seatback as a Table While the Vehicle is Moving: 3.
Page 26 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Removal of Second-Row Seats WARNING The second-row seats can be removed to create a more comfortable space between Lifting the Seat-Anchor Bar: the third-row and front seats. Additional Lifting the seat-anchor bar without cargo space is available with the removal firmly supporting the seat with your...
Page 27 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats 4. Raise the reclining lever and lower the 7. The seat is heavier than it looks, seatback forward. carefully pull up and detach the seat. Make sure the seatback is locked. Get assistance to lift it out of the vehicle.
Page 28: Third-Row Seat
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 20 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats 3. Supporting the seat with your hands, Third-Row Seat slowly lower the seat rearwards to lock it in place. WARNING Front Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatback is dangerous.
Page 29 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 21 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats NOTE WARNING • The third-row seat cannot be Unlocked Seatback: removed. The seatback plays an important role • When returning the third-row seat in your protection in a vehicle. to its original position, also place Leaving the seatback unlocked is the seat belt in its normal position.
Page 30 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 22 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Head Restraint Removal To remove the head restraint, press the stop-catch release, then pull up on the WARNING head restraint. Head Restraints Adjustment: Stop-catch release Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous.
Page 31 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 23 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats 2. Pull the third-row seat’s flat-folding WARNING strap and push the seatback down until it locks. Riding in the Seat Well: Riding in the seat well for the third- row seat is dangerous.
Page 32 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 24 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Stowing the third-row seat 4. Pull strap B and lift the combined seatback and seat bottom up to vertical 1. Insert the seat belts in the retainers. with your other hand.
Page 33 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 25 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats Raising the third-row seat upright for 5. Pull strap A and raise the seatback road use upright. Attempt to move the seatback forward and backward to make sure it 1.
Page 34 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 26 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M Third-Row Seat and Open NOTE Liftgate Position • Remove cargo from the seat well area before placing the third-row WARNING seat in the rear-facing position to avoid damaging the back of the Rear Facing Third-Row Seat and a seatback when it is folded down.
Page 35 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 27 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats 7. Remove the support bar from the 9. Pull the seatback towards the front of pocket. the vehicle until the opposite end of the support bar hooks onto the anchor loop in the side trim.
Page 36: Flat Folding
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 28 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats To return the third-row seat to the road Flat Folding position (forward facing) 1. Make sure to stow the shoulder belts All seats can be folded down for use as away from the seat bottom as it is beds when the vehicle is safely parked.
Page 37 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 29 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seats M To Fold the Seats Flat 1. Slide the second-row seat all the way back (page 2-14). 2. Fold down the second-row seatbacks rearward until they lock (page 2-14). 3.
Page 38: Seat Belt Systems
Whether a front seat was occupied or not, if the front air bags deployed the seat belt pretensioners also deployed and both front seat belts must be replaced. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during an accident before they are used again.
Page 39 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 31 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING One Belt, One Passenger: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way can’t spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed.
Page 40 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 32 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems M Emergency Locking Mode If the belt has fully retracted, it will always be in the emergency locking mode until you move it into automatic locking mode by pulling the belt all the way out to its full length. In the emergency locking mode, the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position during a collision.
Page 41: 3-Point Type Seat Belt
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 33 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems 3-Point Type Seat Belt WARNING M Fastening the Seat Belts Positioning the Shoulder Portion of 1. Grasp the buckle and tongue. the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder 2.
Page 42 If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly, have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. WARNING To secure the outboard-rear seat belts when not in use, insert the belts in their Positioning the Shoulder Portion of seat belt retainers.
Page 43: Front Seat Belt Pretensioner And Load Limiting Systems
If the seat belt pretensioners are not replaced, the risk of injury in a collision will increase. Always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect the seat belt pretensioners and air bags after any collision. The seat belt pretensioners...
Page 44 Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner-equipped vehicle. 2-36 Black process 45.0°...
Page 45: 2-Point Type Seat Belt
• To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue ON position. If any of these occur, consult at a right angle to the webbing and an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as pull. possible. The system may not work in an accident.
Page 46 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 38 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems M Unfastening the Seat Belt • To shorten, pull the loose end of the webbing. Depress the button on the buckle. Shorten 4. Make sure the lap belt is snugly fitted against your body.
Page 47: Seat Belt Extender
15cm (6 in). Please contact your Authorized Mazda Dealer for more information. NOTE WARNING When not in use, remove the seat belt extender and store it in the vehicle.
Page 48: Seat Belt Warning Light
ON position, the seat belt warning light will remain on until the belt is fastened. If the system does not operate correctly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2-40 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 49: Child Restraint
Even if the front passenger air bag is shut off, Mazda strongly recommends that children be properly restrained and child-restraint systems of all kinds are properly secured on the rear seats which are the best place for children.
Page 50: Child-Restraint Systems
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 42 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size.
Page 51 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 43 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Seating Children in a Child-Restraint System on the Front Passenger Seat: If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-51).
Page 52 To avoid burning yourself or a child, check them before you or your child touches them. NOTE Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seats. When using these anchors to secure a child-restraint system, refer to "LATCH Child-Restraint Systems" (page 2-53).
Page 53: Installing Child-Restraint Systems
In your Mazda, tethered Place tether equipped child-restraint child-restraint systems can only be systems where there are tether accommodated in the three specific anchors.
Page 54 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 46 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 1. If the seat in which you install a child- 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly restraint system has a seat slide into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt function, slide the seat as far back as retracts as snugly as possible.
Page 55 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 47 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 5. If your child-restraint system requires WARNING the use of a tether strap, hook and tighten the tether strap by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to Anchor bracket secure anything but a child-restraint...
Page 56 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 48 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. If your child-restraint system requires WARNING the use of a tether strap, peel back the carpeting in the rear luggage compartment to expose the anchor Child-Restraint Tether Usage: bracket (above the marking).
Page 57 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 49 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 1. Secure the child-restraint system with NOTE the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the instructions on the child- Inspect this function before each use of restraint system for belt routing the child-restraint system.
Page 58 WARNING To check if your front seats have side Children and Seating Position with air bags: Every Mazda side air bag will have a Side Air Bag: "SRS-Air Bag" label on the outboard Allowing anyone to lean over or shoulder of the front seats.
Page 59 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 51 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint M Front Passenger’s Seat Child- NOTE Restraint System Installation • Inspect this function before each 1. Slide the seat as far back as possible. use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic...
Page 60 Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. While it is always better to install any child-restraint system on the rear seat, it is essential to do so if...
Page 61: Latch Child-Restraint Systems
Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the second-row seats. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Some LATCH child- restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective.
Page 62 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 54 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint M LATCH Child-Restraint System 4. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to Installation Procedure (Second- verify the locations of the LATCH Row Seats) lower anchors.
Page 63 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 55 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Tether strap position Tether strap Anchor bracket WARNING Child-Restraint Tether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury.
Page 64: Srs Air Bags
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 56 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 4 air bags (verify "SRS AIRBAG" location indicator marks). They are located in: •...
Page 65 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 57 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in collisions with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate.
Page 66 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 58 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seating Position with Side Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. A side air bag inflates with great force and speed directly out of the outboard shoulder of the front seat and expands along the front door on the side the car is hit.
Page 67 • Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner’s Manual, is important.
Page 68: Supplemental Restraint System Components
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 60 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: • The air bag system with inflators and air bags. • The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: •...
Page 69 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 61 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Front Air Bag System Components (1) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (2) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (3) Front air bag sensor (4) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-63) (5) Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-63) (6) Front seats...
Page 70 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 62 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Side Air Bag System Components* Put children in the rear seats, they do not have side air bag systems. (1) Inflators and air bags (2) Side crash sensor (3) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (4) Front seats...
Page 71: How The Air Bags Work
The front air bags will function only once. After that, the front air bags will not work again and must be replaced. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the systems. The front, dual stage air bags control air bag inflation in two energy stages. During an impact of moderate severity the front air bags deploy with lesser energy, whereas during more severe impacts, they deploy with more energy.
Page 72 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 64 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-51). These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails.
Page 73 ON position and does not illuminate as indicated in the above chart, do not allow a child to sit in the front passenger seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work properly in an accident. WARNING...
Page 74 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 66 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Increasing the Total Seated Weight on the Front Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous.
Page 75 • If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate after installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat, install the child- restraint system on the rear seat and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 76 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 68 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags M Air Bag Activation/Deactivation CAUTION If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat of less than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner may not inflate (page 2-63).
Page 77 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 69 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severity of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail cosmetic damage but may not have enough gate may not provide the stopping force...
Page 78 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 70 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Side air bag activation* Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause a side air bag to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags. Limitations to side air bag activation* Depending on the severity of impact, a side air bag may not inflate in the following cases: Frontal offset impact may not provide...
Page 79 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 71 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Non-activation of side air bag* A side air bag will not normally inflate in the following cases: Collision from the rear. Collision from the front, but it may deploy the front air bags.
Page 80: Constant Monitoring
The diagnostic module continuously ON position. If any of these occur, consult monitors the system’s readiness. This an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as begins when the ignition switch is turned possible. The system may not work in an to the ON position and continues while accident.
Page 81 But if any of the following Damaged Air Bag System occurs, take your vehicle to an Authorized Components: Mazda Dealer as soon as possible: Driving with damaged air bag system • The air bag system warning light components is dangerous. A collision, flashes.
Page 82 Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to "Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)" (page 9-2). 2-74 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI...
Page 83 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ................3-2 Keys ................... 3-2 Keyless Entry System* .............. 3-3 Door Locks ................3-8 Liftgate ..................
Page 84: Knowing Your Mazda
They could play with power If your key is lost, consult your windows or other controls, or even Authorized Mazda Dealer with the code make the vehicle move. Don’t leave number ready. the keys in your vehicle with children...
Page 85: Keyless Entry System
(page 3-6). • Drop it. • Additional transmitters can be • Get it wet. obtained at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Up to 3 transmitters can be • Disassemble it. used with the keyless entry system • Expose it to heat or sunlight.
Page 86 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Transmitter NOTE With power sliding doors • (U.S.A.) Lock button This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is Unlock button...
Page 87 Doors and Locks Lock button Sliding door transmitter buttons To lock the doors and the liftgate, press If your Mazda has power sliding doors the LOCK button and the hazard warning (page 3-13), the transmitter can open/ lights will flash once.
Page 88 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Transmitter Maintenance NOTE • When a power sliding door is not CAUTION completely closed, pressing the • Make sure the battery is installed power sliding door open/close transmitter button for 1 second or with the correct pole facing upward.
Page 89 The electronic code could be altered and cause the keyless entry system to malfunction. If the keyless entry system fails to operate, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 4. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut.
Page 90: Door Locks
If your transmitter is lost or stolen, bring Unattended Children and Pets: all remaining transmitters to an Leaving a child or an animal Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as unattended in a parked vehicle is possible for a replacement and to make dangerous. In hot weather, the lost or stolen transmitter inoperative.
Page 91 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 9 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Locking, Unlocking with Key M Locking, Unlocking with Door- Lock Knob Either front door can be locked/unlocked with the key. Front doors Turn the key toward the front to unlock, To lock either front door from the inside, toward the back to lock.
Page 92: Power Door Locks
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 10 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Power Door Locks* Sliding doors To lock a sliding door from the inside, Locking, unlocking with key push down the door-lock knob. All doors and the liftgate lock To unlock, pull it up.
Page 93 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 11 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with door-lock To close, pull the inner door handle or switch outer door handle. All doors and the liftgate lock NOTE automatically when LOCK is pushed.
Page 94: Rear Door Child Safety Locks
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 12 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Rear Door Child Safety Locks M Easy Closure (With Power Sliding Doors) These locks are intended to help prevent children from accidentally opening the The Easy Closure system automatically sliding doors.
Page 95: Power Sliding Doors
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 13 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Power Sliding Doors* WARNING The power sliding doors open/close electrically by operating switches in the Operating Power Sliding Doors: vehicle or on the keyless entry system Opening or closing the power sliding transmitter.
Page 96 OFF position and the beep sound will stop. Consult an Authorized Entering or Exiting the Vehicle Mazda Dealer to have the power Parked on a Steep Downward Slope: sliding doors checked. Entering or exiting a vehicle parked •...
Page 97 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 15 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Operation from the driver’s seat NOTE Operate the left/right power sliding door • The left power sliding door cannot switch to open/close the left/right door.
Page 98 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 16 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Operation from the rear seats NOTE When the power sliding doors are • If a rear power sliding door switch completely closed/open and either rear...
Page 99 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 17 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks When the doors are completely open and When the power sliding doors are sliding a door is slid by the handle 5 cm (2 in) in...
Page 100: Liftgate
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Liftgate WARNING Turn Power Sliding Doors Main WARNING Switch OFF When Working on Vehicle: Open Liftgate and Exhaust Gas: Leaving the power sliding doors main...
Page 101: Power Windows
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Locking, Unlocking with Power Windows* Transmitter* The ignition switch must be in the ON The liftgate can be locked/unlocked by position for the power windows to operating the keyless entry system operate.
Page 102 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 20 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Operating the Driver’s Side M Operating the Passenger Power Power Window Windows Manual opening/closing The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on To open the window to the desired the driver’s door is in the unlocked...
Page 103 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 21 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Power Window Lock Switch Rear power windows To open a window to the desired position, With the lock switch in the unlocked press the lower part of the switch.
Page 104: Rear Quarter Windows
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 22 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Closing a Window Rear Quarter Windows Pull the latch inward and then push it Open or close a swing-out rear quarter backward until it snaps shut. Make sure window by releasing the latch and moving the window is securely closed.
Page 105: Fuel-Filler Lid And Cap
To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise CAUTION until it clicks. Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel cap or an approved equivalent, Open available at Authorized Mazda Dealers. The wrong cap can result in a serious malfunction of the fuel and emission control systems.
Page 106: Hood
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer result in a serious accident. Always as soon as possible. check that the hood is closed and securely locked.
Page 107: Moonroof
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 25 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks 2. Pull the hood latch up and lift the hood. Moonroof* The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
Page 108: Tilt Operation
Doors and Locks M Slide Operation NOTE To open to any position, press the rear of After washing your Mazda or after a the slide switch. rain, wipe the water off the moonroof before operating it to avoid water To close, press the front of the slide penetration which could cause rust and switch.
Page 109 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 27 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks M Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened, but must be closed by hand.
Page 110: Security System
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 28 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System* CAUTION The optional immobilizer system allows When starting the engine do not allow the engine to start only with a key the the following, as the engine may not system recognizes.
Page 111 If any of these including interference that may occur, contact an Authorized Mazda cause undesired operation of the Dealer as soon as possible. device.
Page 112 If a key is lost, contact try starting the engine again. If it an Authorized Mazda Dealer as doesn’t start after 3 or more tries, soon as possible. contact an Authorized Mazda •...
Page 113: Theft-Deterrent System
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 31 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Security System M Operation Theft-Deterrent System* System triggering conditions The optional theft-deterrent system is The horn sounds intermittently and the designed to prevent your vehicle or its hazard warning lights flash for about 3...
Page 114 • Unlock a door or the liftgate with the are in the glove box. key. Mazda recommends that you affix them to • Press the UNLOCK button on the the lower rear corner of the front door keyless entry system transmitter.
Page 115: Steering Wheel And Mirrors
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 33 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors M Outside Mirrors WARNING Check the mirrors’ angles before driving. Adjusting the Steering Wheel: WARNING Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 116 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 34 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in the WARNING appropriate direction. Selector switch Driving with Mirrors Folded In: Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is dangerous. Your rear view will be restricted, and you could have an accident.
Page 117 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 35 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors WARNING Blocked View: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes.
Page 118 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 36 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM 3-36 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 119 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ......... 4-2 Fuel Requirements ..............4-2 Emission Control System ............4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......... 4-5 Before Starting the Engine ............
Page 120: Before Driving Your Mazda
• Never add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those specified by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally referred to as oxygenated fuels.
Page 121: Emission Control System
• USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. • Don’t drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction. • Don’t coast with the ignition switch turned off. • Don’t descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.
Page 122 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard near the lower left part of the driver's seat or below the driver-side door from the outside, however this does not indicate an abnormality.
Page 123: Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)
When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Exhaust Gas in Enclosed Area: Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Exhaust gas, which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could easily enter the cabin.
Page 124: Before Starting The Engine
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In After Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, • Are all doors closed and locked? and outside lights are clean.
Page 125: Driving Tips
Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few How you operate your Mazda determines precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use miles) may add to the performance, these suggestions to help save money on economy, and life of your Mazda.
Page 126: Hazardous Driving
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 8 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving NOTE Use snow chains only on the front wheels. WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous.
Page 127: Rocking The Vehicle
Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the wheels at high speed is dangerous. perform the following precautions: The spinning tire could overheat and •...
Page 128: Tire Chains
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 10 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Snow Tires M Tire Chains Check local regulations before using tire WARNING chains. Mixing Tire Types: CAUTION Using tires different in size or type is •...
Page 129: Driving In Flooded Area
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 11 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving In Flooded Area Overloading WARNING WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Vehicle Load Weight: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
Page 130: Towing
Never overload vehicle or trailer. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you need further details. CAUTION Don’t tow a trailer during the first 1,000 km (600 miles) of your new Mazda. If you do, you may damage the engine, transaxle, differential, wheel bearings, and other power train components.
Page 131 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 13 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing TRAILER TOWING-LOAD TABLE Because vehicle weights vary, adjustments must be made to meet the requirements in this table. Model With 4-Seasons Without Item Package 4-Seasons Package MAX.
Page 132: Trailer Hitch
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 14 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Tow Loads: Attempting to tow loads greater than those specified is dangerous as it may cause serious handling and performance problems that could result in personal injury or vehicle damage, or both.
Page 133 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 15 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing WARNING Unsecured Hitch: An unsecured trailer hitch is dangerous as it causes greater trailer sway from crosswinds, rough roads or other causes, resulting in loss of control and a serious accident.
Page 134: Trailer Lights
CAUTION Don’t connect a trailer lighting system directly to the lighting system of your Mazda. This may damage your vehicle’s electrical system and lighting systems. Have a recreational vehicle dealer or trailer rental agency connect the system, and inspect the brake lights and turn signals yourself before each trip.
Page 135 Stop and re-inspect all lights and connections after driving a short distance. Driving • Your Mazda will handle differently with a trailer in tow, so practice turning, backing, and stopping in a traffic-free area. • Take time to get accustomed to the extra weight and length.
Page 136 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Passing Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of room before changing lanes. Crosswinds from passing vehicles, especially larger ones, and the effects of rough roads will affect handling.
Page 137 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Parking Always make sure the tires of the trailer and the tow vehicle are blocked while parked. Apply the parking brake firmly and put the transaxle in P.
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Page 139: Driving Your Mazda
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..............5-2 Ignition Switch ................5-2 Starting the Engine ..............5-3 Brake System ................5-4 Automatic Transaxle Controls ........... 5-9 Power Steering .................
Page 140: Starting And Driving
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 2 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch NOTE M Ignition Switch Positions If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate.
Page 141: Starting The Engine
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE • In extremely cold weather, below NOTE –18°C (0°F), or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days, let...
Page 142: Brake System
Starting and Driving Brake System WARNING M Foot Brake Coasting with the Engine Off: Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes Continuing to coast when the engine that adjust automatically through normal is stalled or turned off is dangerous. use. Braking will require more effort, and the brake’s power-assist could be...
Page 143: Parking Brake
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 5 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Parking Brake Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the CAUTION handle up and press the button. Lower the handle all the way down while holding in Driving with the parking brake on will the button.
Page 144 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 145 Don’t drive with this on the brake pedal. light on, and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes WARNING inspected as soon as possible. ABS Warning Light and Brake ABS:...
Page 146 ABS. the built-in wear indicators contact the Should this happen, consult an Authorized disc plates. This causes a screeching noise Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. to warn that the pads should be replaced. WARNING ABS Warning Light and Brake...
Page 147: Automatic Transaxle Controls
Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident. As soon as you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Overdrive button For turning the overdrive off or on Various Lockouts:...
Page 148 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 10 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Transaxle Ranges R (Reverse) In position R, the vehicle moves only The shift lever must be in P or N to backward. You must be at a complete stop operate the starter.
Page 149 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 11 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Shift-Lock System D (Drive) D is the normal driving position. From a The shift-lock system prevents shifting stop, the transaxle will automatically shift out of P unless the brake pedal is through a 5-gear sequence.
Page 150 3. Move the shift lever. And for a smoother ride with less shifting, don’t use it when: 4. Take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the system • Going up a steep grade. checked. • Driving in stop-and-go traffic.
Page 151 Continuing to drive your 3. Release all brakes while gradually Mazda in this condition could cause accelerating. damage to your transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as Descending steep grades possible.
Page 152: Power Steering
WARNING If the steering feels rigid during normal Cruise Control Use: driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Using cruise control in the following Dealer. conditions could cause you to lose control of the vehicle: CAUTION •...
Page 153 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 15 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Cruise Set Indicator Light WARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it may be switched on accidentally.
Page 154 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 16 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving • Accelerate to the desired speed. NOTE Press the SET/COAST button and release it immediately. • The SET function can’t be activated until about 2 seconds after the ON/ OFF switch has been engaged.
Page 155 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 17 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M To Cancel Your vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed To turn off the system, use one of these in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a...
Page 156: Traction Control System (Tcs)
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M TCS Indicator Light Traction Control System (TCS)* The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque to prevent loss of traction.
Page 157 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M TCS OFF Indicator Light NOTE • When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS will activate.
Page 158: Instrument Cluster And Indicators
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 20 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges 1 Speedometer ......................5-21 2 Odometer, Trip Meter and Selector ................5-21 3 Tachometer ........................5-22 4 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge ................5-22 5 Fuel Gauge ........................5-23 5-20 Black process 45.0°...
Page 159 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 21 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Speedometer NOTE The speedometer indicates the speed of The odometer and trip meter can be the vehicle. displayed as follows even when the...
Page 160: Engine Coolant Temperature
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 22 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Engine Coolant Temperature The trip meter records the total distance the vehicle is driven until the meter is Gauge again reset. Return it to "0.0" by holding...
Page 161: Dashboard Illumination
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 23 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators M Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the...
Page 162: Warning/Indicator Lights And Beep Sounds
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 24 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-26 Charging System Warning Light...
Page 163 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 25 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light 5-30 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-30 Immobilizer System Warning/Security Indicator Light 5-30 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light...
Page 164 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 26 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds M Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on, or if the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 165 Don’t drive with this light on, and contact an Authorized If the warning light illuminates while Mazda Dealer to have the brakes driving, it indicates a malfunction of the inspected as soon as possible. alternator or of the charging system.
Page 166 If the check engine light remains on or If the light remains illuminated even after flashes continuously, do not drive at high you add oil, have your vehicle towed to an speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Authorized Mazda Dealer. Dealer as soon as possible. CAUTION Don’t run the engine if oil pressure is...
Page 167 ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. 5-29 *Some models.
Page 168 Never door or liftgate isn’t securely closed. tamper with the systems and always M Immobilizer System Warning/ have an Authorized Mazda Dealer performs all servicing and repairs. Security Indicator Light* M Low Fuel Warning Light Low fuel...
Page 169 Continuing to drive your • On slippery surfaces, such as fresh Mazda in this condition could cause snow, it will be impossible to damage to your transaxle. Consult an achieve high rpm when the TCS is Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Page 170: Cruise Main Indicator Light
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 32 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds M TCS OFF Indicator Light* M Cruise Set Indicator Light* This light comes on when the ignition This light comes on when a cruising speed switch is turned to the ON position.
Page 171: Beep Sounds
If this happens, press the power sliding doors main switch to the OFF position and the beep sound will stop. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the power sliding doors checked. Refer to Power Sliding Doors on page 3-13.
Page 172: Switches And Controls
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 34 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls M Headlight High-Low Beam Lighting Control Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull it back for low. High beam Low beam M Headlights M Flashing the Headlights To turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the end of the control lever.
Page 173: Turn And Lane-Change Signals
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 35 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls M Daytime Running Lights Turn and Lane-Change (Canada Model) Signals In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime M Turn Signal operation.
Page 174: Fog Lights
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and the blades should operate normally. If they don’t resume functioning, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 5-36 *Some models. Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI...
Page 175 With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released. If the washer doesn’t work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-18). If it’s OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-37 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 176: Rear Window Wiper And Washer
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 38 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Wiper and Rear Window Defroster Washer The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
Page 177: Horn
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 39 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn Hazard Warning Flasher To sound the horn, press around the The hazard warning lights should always mark on the steering wheel. be used when you stop on or near a roadway.
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Page 179: Interior Comfort
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio system. Climate Control System ..............6-2 Operating Tips ................6-2 Vent Operation (Front) .............. 6-3 Control Panel (Front) ..............6-5 Vent Operation (Rear) .............
Page 180: Climate Control System
Lack of refrigerant may make the air conditioner less To prevent the battery from being efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda discharged, do not leave the fan control Dealer for refrigerant inspection. dial on for a long period of time when the engine is not running.
Page 181: Vent Operation (Front)
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation (Front) Knob Close Open M Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob. Horizontal air flow can be adjusted by pressing the vent left or right. Adjusting the amount of airflow These vents can be opened and closed with wheel.
Page 182 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 183: Control Panel (Front)
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 5 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel (Front) Fan control dial (page 5-38) A/C switch Rear window defroster switch Temperature control dial Air intake selector switch REAR Mode selector dial Rear air-conditioner main switch (page 6-12) M Control Switches Fan control dial...
Page 184 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select This switch controls the source of air airflow mode (page 6-4). entering the vehicle. A/C switch Press the switch to alternate between the positions.
Page 185 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 7 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Cooling (With Air Conditioner) WARNING 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. The Recirculated Air Position: 2. Set the temperature control dial to the Using the position in cold or cold position.
Page 186 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 8 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Windshield Defrosting and NOTE Defogging • When maximum cooling is desired, 1. Set the mode selector dial to the set the temperature control dial to position.
Page 187 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 9 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Dehumidifying (With Air Conditioner) Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold weather to help defog the windshield and side windows. 1. Set the mode selector dial to the desired position.
Page 188: Vent Operation (Rear)
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 10 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation (Rear) Knob * Depending on the model some vents may not be available. M Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents.
Page 189 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 11 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System M Selecting the Airflow Mode Floor Vents Roof Vents 6-11 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 190: Control Panel (Rear)
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 12 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Control Panel (Rear)* Type A NOTE: (Rear heater type) Supplies only hot air out of floor outlets. (Rear cooler type) Supplies only cold air out of roof vents. Fan control dial Type B NOTE:...
Page 191 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 13 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fan control dial Mode selector dial (Type B) This dial allows variable fan speeds. Turn the dial to select the cooler mode or the heater mode. 0—Fan off —cooler mode 1—Low speed...
Page 192: Audio System
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 14 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna Operating Tips for Audio System M Detachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it WARNING counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely Do Not Adjust Audio While Driving installed.
Page 193 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 15 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Radio Reception Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do AM characteristics not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals AM signals bend around such things as cannot travel beyond the horizon.
Page 194 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 16 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Flutter/Skip noise Strong signal noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in This occurs very close to a transmitter straight lines and become weak in valleys tower. The broadcast signals are between tall buildings, mountains, and extremely strong, so the result is noise and other obstacles.
Page 195 Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. • Only cassette tapes that play no longer Never attempt to repair it or insert a than 90 minutes should be used.
Page 196 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating Tips for Mini Disc • The MD player can also play MDLPs that have been recorded in MDLP (MD) Player mode. (MDLPs bearing the The following precautions should be identification logo as shown below).
Page 197 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating Tips for CD Player/In- • The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly Dash CD Changer bent) CDs should never be used. Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical...
Page 198 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 20 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System • When driving over uneven surfaces, the • Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can sound may jump. decrease the amount of light reflected from the signal surface, thus affecting sound quality.
Page 199: Audio Set
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 21 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set* CD Player* In-dash CD Changer* Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Cassette Tape Player* Mini Disc (MD) Player* ..................6-22 Power/Volume/Sound Controls ..........................6-24 Clock ......................6-26 Operating the Radio...
Page 200 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 22 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Power/Volume/Sound Controls Display Power/Volume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF Volume adjustment Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or To adjust the volume, turn the power/ ON position.
Page 201 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 23 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Audio sound adjustment NOTE 1. Press the audio control dial to select the About 5 seconds after selecting any function. The selected function will be mode, the volume function will be indicated.
Page 202 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 24 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Clock Display Clock button Hour set button Minute set button Setting the time 2. To advance the hours, press the hour set button ( ). To advance the The clock can be set at any time when the minutes, press the minute set button ignition switch is in the ACC or ON...
Page 203 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 25 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Exact hour adjustment 1. To set the exact hour, press the clock button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. The clock’s current time will flash. 2.
Page 204 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 26 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Radio Satellite button* Band selector button Display Scan button Seek tuning button Auto memory button/Electric serial number button* Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial *For reception of optional Sirius digital satellite radio.
Page 205 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 27 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning NOTE Pressing the seek tuning button If the power supply is interrupted (fuse ) will cause the tuner to seek a blows or the battery is disconnected), higher or lower frequency automatically.
Page 206 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 28 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Cassette Tape Player* Cassette tape play button Display Fast-forward button APC button: (next program) (one being played) Rewind button Repeat button Cassette tape eject button Program button Dolby NR button Cassette tape insert...
Page 207 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 29 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System * Noise reduction system manufactured Press the APC button ( ) to the under license from Dolby Laboratories beginning of the next selection. Licensing Corporation. Press the APC button ( ) to the Dolby and the double-D symbol beginning of the one being played.
Page 208 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 30 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player* MD play button Main display Fast-forward button Track up Scan button button Track down Display button button Reverse MD slot button Display MD display...
Page 209 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 31 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan Track number/Elapsed play back time→Song title→Disc title. This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each NOTE track. •...
Page 210 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 32 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player* CD play button CD eject button CD slot Disc-in indicator Display Fast-forward button Scan Track up button button Track down button Reverse button...
Page 211 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 33 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Track search Repeat play Press the track up button ( ) once to This feature makes it possible to listen to skip forward to the beginning of the next a selection repeatedly.
Page 212 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 34 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System M Operating the In-Dash CD Changer* Disc-in indicator Channel preset buttons CD slot Display CD play button CD eject button Load button Scan Track up button button Track down button Disc down...
Page 213 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 35 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Normal insertion Ejecting the CD 1. Press the load button ( Normal ejection 2. When "In" is displayed, insert the CD. 1. Press the CD eject button ( ).
Page 214 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 36 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System Disc search NOTE Press the disc up button ( ) to skip • CDs will be ejected starting with the forward to the beginning of the next CD. one with the lowest number.
Page 215 Interior Comfort Audio System M Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution Insert the MD properly.
Page 216: Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel)
Wheel)* To decrease the volume, press volume button ( ). NOTE M Changing the Source Mazda installed this system to help Press the mode switch ( ) to change you avoid being too distracted using the audio source (FM1 radio>FM2 audio controls on the dashboard.
Page 217 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 39 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Audio System When playing a cassette tape NOTE Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it Cassette tape, MD, CD and CD will advance to the next selection. changer modes cannot be selected in Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it the following cases:...
Page 218: Safety Certification
• This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. • Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser exposure. Never operate the CD player with the top case of the unit removed.
Page 219: Interior Equipment
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 41 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Vanity Mirrors Sunvisors To use the vanity mirror, lower the When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use sunvisor. in front or swing it to the side. If your vehicle is equipped with a vanity mirror light, it will illuminate when you open the cover.
Page 220: Interior Lights
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 42 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Overhead Lights Interior Lights Front M Illuminated Entry System* Without moonroof When the illuminated entry system (with overhead console) operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position), the luggage compartment light (switch is in the ON position) and the courtesy lights turn on...
Page 221: Map Lights
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 43 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Map Lights Light off • Light on when any door or the The map lights are switched on or off by liftgate is open pressing the switches. •...
Page 222: Lighter
They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use Courtesy only a genuine Mazda lighter or the Light equivalent. • If the lighter doesn’t pop out within 30 seconds, remove it to prevent overheating.
Page 223: Ashtray
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 45 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Rear Ashtray* WARNING CAUTION Using Ashtray Removed from its Don’t use the ashtray for trash. You Fixed Position: might start a fire. Using an ashtray removed from its fixed position or not completely M Front inserted is dangerous.
Page 224: Cup Holder
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 46 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Type B Cup Holder To remove, open and push down on the lock spring. WARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 225 Seat side table NOTE To use the cup holder Replacement ashtrays are available 1. Raise the table (page 2-6)(page 2-11). from an Authorized Mazda Dealer if they are missing. 2. Pull the cup holder end to extend it rearwards. M Front To use, pull the tray out.
Page 226: Bottle Holder
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 48 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Third seat Bottle Holder If an ashtray is equipped, pull it out and use the hole for an additional cup holder. Bottle holders are on the inside of the sliding doors.
Page 227: Storage Compartments
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 49 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 2. Take out the urethane spacer. Storage Compartments 3. Open the cap by pushing it from inside the box. WARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous.
Page 228: Front Console
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 50 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Glove Box M Under Seat Tray (Front Passenger Seat Only) To open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Lift the latch and pull the tray forward. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock.
Page 229: Cargo Securing Loops
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 51 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment M Cargo Securing Loops To collapse the table 1. Close the lid on the storage box. WARNING 2. Pull the lever under the table, then lower it (page 2-6)(page 2-11). After Not Securing Luggage and Cargo: the table is collapsed, press the table Not securing cargo while driving is...
Page 230: Accessory Sockets
The shopping bag hook can be used for The ignition switch must be in the ACC or hanging shopping bags. ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or CAUTION the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A).
Page 231 • Don’t use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A). • Don’t use accessories that are not genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent. • Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use.
Page 232 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 54 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM 6-54 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 233 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency ............7-2 Flat Tire ..................7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ............7-3 Changing a Flat Tire ..............
Page 234: In Case Of An Emergency
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 2 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Page 235: Flat Tire
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Jack Tool bag Spare tire Spare tire lever Tire clamp Jack lever Vinyl bag...
Page 236 Perform the removal procedure in reverse. To remove the jack M Spare Tire 1. Remove the cover. Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tire is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be used only for VERY short periods.
Page 237 • Don’t use a tire chain on this tire because it won’t fit properly. • Don’t use your temporary spare on any other vehicle; it has been designed only for your Mazda. • Do not tow a trailer while using this tire. NOTE •...
Page 238 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Locate the spare tire carrier socket cap 7. Slowly turn the lug wrench on the right, in front of the second-row counterclockwise until the spare tire seat.
Page 239 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 7 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 8. Rotate the small lever on top of the 2. Raise the spare tire slowly in reverse retaining plate and pull the retaining order of removal. plate out from the center hole of the tire.
Page 240: Changing A Flat Tire
Have it repaired at an Authorized dangerous. The occupant could cause Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. the vehicle to fall resulting in serious injury. Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack.
Page 241 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 9 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire NOTE CAUTION Make sure the jack is well lubricated If the jack leans towards the front or before using it. the rear when jacking up, lower the vehicle until the wheels are firmly on 1.
Page 242 Improper Jack: Using a jack that isn’t designed for your Mazda is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure someone. Use only the jack provided with your Mazda. Placing Objects Under the Jack: Jacking the vehicle with an object under the jack is dangerous.
Page 243 Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Antitheft lug nut Special key Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move. To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. Get the key for the locking lug nut.
Page 244 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 12 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire To replace the nut 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. 1. Place the key on top of the nut. 2.
Page 245 Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud, If you’re unsure of how tight the nuts...
Page 246 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 14 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 6. With the tire facing outward, punch a 8. Install the flat tire with the tire securing hole through the vinyl bag and the bolt hooked in the anchor clip as shown center hole, using the flat tire securing below.
Page 247: Overheating
Stop the serious injury. Don’t remove the engine and call an Authorized Mazda cooling system cap when the engine Dealer. and radiator are hot.
Page 248 8-12). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected. The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 7-16 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 249: Emergency Starting
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 17 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there.
Page 250: Jump-Starting
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.
Page 251 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep Flames Away: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries.
Page 252 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 20 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V 4. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and that its negative terminal is and run it a few minutes. Then start the grounded.
Page 253: Push-Starting
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 21 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting You can’t start a vehicle with an automatic transaxle by pushing it. 7-21 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 254: Emergency Towing
Towing Description CAUTION We recommend that towing be done only Don’t tow the vehicle pointed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a backward with driving wheels on the commercial tow-truck service. ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.
Page 255: Tiedown Hooks
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 23 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Tiedown Hooks Recreational Towing An example of "recreational towing" is CAUTION towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing Don’t use the tiedown hooks under the this vehicle on all 4 wheels.
Page 256 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 24 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM 7-24 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 257: Maintenance And Care
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction ................... 8-2 Introduction ................8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ..............8-3 Scheduled Maintenance ............. 8-3 Owner Maintenance ..............8-7 Owner Maintenance Schedule ........... 8-7 Owner Maintenance Precautions ..........
Page 258: Introduction
Claims against the warranty resulting from lack of maintenance, as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship, will not be honored. Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda’s original equipment may perform maintenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts.
Page 259: Scheduled Maintenance
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2). •...
Page 260 *1 According to state / provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage / kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 261 *1 According to state / provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at the recommended time or mileage / kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
Page 262 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance I : Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary. L: Lubricate Maintenance Interval Months (Number of months or 1000 km × kilometers (miles), 1000 miles ×...
Page 263: Owner Maintenance
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Page 264: Owner Maintenance Precautions
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage. For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If you’re unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Page 265: Engine Compartment Overview
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 9 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick Cooling system cap Brake fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Power steering Air filter fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse block Engine oil-filler cap Battery...
Page 266: Engine Oil
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 10 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Inspecting Engine Oil Level Engine Oil 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level M Recommended Oil surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal Oil container labels provide important operating temperature.
Page 267 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 11 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Changing Engine Oil and Filter 2. Remove the drain plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. Change engine oil and filter according to 3.
Page 268: Engine Coolant
Owner Maintenance Changing oil filter Engine Coolant Because you need a special tool to M Inspecting Coolant Level retighten the filter, an Authorized Mazda Dealer should do the work. WARNING Hot Engine: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot.
Page 269 15°F) Radiator coolant will damage paint. – Above 40°C Rinse it off quickly if spilled. – 40°F) Do not overfill. If new coolant is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-13 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 270 M Changing Coolant (With Rear 1. Remove the cooling system cap. Heater) Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer change the coolant according to the Scheduled Loosen Loosen Tighten Maintenance (page 8-3).
Page 271: Brake Fluid
If it immediately flush your eyes with is excessively low, have the brake system water and get medical attention. inspected by an Authorized Mazda Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine Dealer. could cause a fire. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine.
Page 272: Power Steering Fluid
P. The level must be kept between MIN and MAX. Visually examine the lines and hoses for leaks and damage. If new fluid is required frequently, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 8-16 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 273 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 17 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION WARNING • Use the cold scale only as a Sudden Vehicle Movement: reference. Shifting the shift lever without first • If outside temperature is lower than depressing the brake pedal is about 20°C (70°F), start the engine dangerous.
Page 274: Washer Fluid
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 18 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid Washer Fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. M Inspecting Washer Fluid Level WARNING Substitute Washer Fluid: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous.
Page 275: Body Lubrication
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 19 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication Air Filter All moving points of the body, such as CAUTION door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is Don’t drive without an air filter.
Page 276: Wiper Blades
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 20 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Separate the air cleaner housing and Wiper Blades remove the filter. CAUTION Air cleaner housing Air filter • Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper’s ability to clean windows.
Page 277 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 21 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing Windshield Wiper 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal Blades support. When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked.
Page 278 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 22 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing Rear Window Wiper CAUTION Blade • Don’t bend or discard the stiffeners. When the wiper no longer cleans well, the blade is probably worn or cracked. You need to use them again.
Page 279 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 23 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. out of the blade holder. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal.
Page 280: Battery
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 24 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Page 281 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 25 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Children and Batteries: Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin. Always keep batteries out of the reach of children.
Page 282 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 26 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Battery Maintenance M Inspecting Electrolyte Level A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause the battery to discharge quickly. Upper level To get the best service from a battery: Lower level •...
Page 283: Tires
(radial, bias-belted, bias-type) on all four wheels. Using Wrong-Sized Tires: Using any other tire size than what is specified for your Mazda (page 10-7) is dangerous. It could seriously affect ride, handling, ground clearance, tire clearance, and speedometer calibration.
Page 284 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 28 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Tire Rotation NOTE To equalize tread wear, rotate the tires • Always check tire pressure when every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)/8,000 km* tires are cold. (5,000 miles) or sooner if irregular wear develops.
Page 285: Temporary Spare Tire
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 29 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Temporary Spare Tire CAUTION Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it’s properly Rotate unidirectional tires and radial inflated and stored. tires that have an asymmetrical tread The temporary spare tire is easier to pattern or studs only from front to rear,...
Page 286 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 30 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing a Wheel WARNING Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel: Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident. Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle.
Page 287: Light Bulbs
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 31 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs Overhead lights/Map lights Overhead light Parking lights Headlights Courtesy lights Side turn signal lights Front turn signal lights/Front side-marker lights Fog lights* Brake lights/Taillights High-mount brake light Rear turn signal lights License plate lights...
Page 288 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 32 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs Your Mazda’s headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. Replacing a headlight bulb 1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned WARNING off and the headlight switch is off.
Page 289 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 33 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 7. Carefully remove the headlight bulb 2. If a retaining spring is equipped, swing from the socket by pulling it straight it outward. back. 8. Replace the bulb. 9.
Page 290 Parking lights Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. 8-34 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI...
Page 291 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 35 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal High-mount brake lights lights, Reverse lights, Taillights/Rear- 1. Remove the liftgate upper trim. side marker lights 2. Push the tab as shown in the figure, and 1.
Page 292 Authorized Mazda Dealer. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. Without sunroof, with overhead console License plate lights 1.
Page 293 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 37 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance With sunroof Courtesy lights Edge Edge 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order Vanity mirror lights of removal. Overhead light, Courtesy lights, Vanity mirror lights* 1.
Page 294: Fuses
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. M Fuse Replacement Replacing the fuses on the driver’s side If the electrical system doesn’t work, first inspect fuses on the driver’s side.
Page 295 5. Push in a new fuse of the same amperage rating, and make sure it fits tightly. If it doesn’t, have an Authorized Mazda Dealer install it. If you have no spare fuses, borrow one of the same rating from a circuit not essential to vehicle operation, such as the AUDIO or CIGAR circuit.
Page 296: Fuse Panel Description
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 40 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) FUSE PROTECTED FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT RATING COMPONENT TAIL Taillights Rear window DEFOG defroster AC PWR Inverter STOP, HAZARD, HORN...
Page 297 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 41 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Driver’s side) FUSE PROTECTED FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT RATING COMPONENT Hazard warning Power windows HAZARD P.WIND flashers For protection of various circuits Overhead lights, Map lights, Windshield...
Page 298 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 42 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance FUSE PROTECTED DESCRIPTION RATING COMPONENT Power windows ACC. delay, For protection of DELAY various circuits Instrument METER cluster, INH switch ST.SIGN Starter signal CIGAR Lighter — —...
Page 299: Appearance Care
Prevention Industrial pollutants and vehicle emissions drift into the air and mix with It is necessary to have your Mazda rain or dew to form acids. These acids can washed and waxed to preserve its finish settle on a vehicle’s finish. As the water...
Page 300 Prevention • Chipped paint can lead to rust It is necessary to wash and wax your forming on your Mazda. Before this vehicle to preserve its finish according to happens, repair the damage by using the instructions in this section. These...
Page 301: Exterior Care
NOTE the underside of the fenders, and make • Mazda is not responsible for sure the drain holes in the lower edges of scratches caused by automatic car the doors and rocker panels are clean.
Page 302 Driving with Wet Brakes: CAUTION Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the If your Mazda is damaged and needs vehicle pulling to one side when metal parts repaired or replaced, make braking could result in a serious sure the body shop applies anti- accident.
Page 303 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 47 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION WARNING Don’t use steel wool, abrasive Driving with Wet Brakes: cleaners, or strong detergents Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. containing highly alkaline or caustic Increased stopping distance or the agents on chrome-plated or anodized vehicle pulling to one side when...
Page 304: Interior Care
Have an Authorized Wipe it with a damp soft cloth; then dry Mazda Dealer replace damaged belts and buff it with a dry soft cloth. immediately. Fabric* Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Page 305 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 49 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Maintenance and Care Appearance Care M Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily, greasy, or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner. Follow the directions on the container.
Page 306 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 50 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM 8-50 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 307 Mazda Importer/Distributors ............9-8 Importer/Distributor ..............9-8 Distributor in Each Area ............9-8 Warranty ..................9-9 Warranties for Your Mazda ............9-9 Outside the United States ............9-10 Outside Canada ................ 9-11 Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) ..............
Page 308: Customer Information And Reporting Safety Defects
Authorized Mazda Dealer. M STEP 1: Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 309 4. Purchase date and current mileage 5. Your dealer’s name and location 6. Your question(s) If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor. Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 310: Customer Assistance (Canada)
Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer.
Page 311 If a specific item of concern arises, where a solution cannot be reached between an owner, Mazda, and/or one of it’s dealers (that all parties cannot agree upon), the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 312 1 (800) 207-0685 Ontario 1 (800) 207-0685 Atlantic Canada 1 (800) 207-0685 Quebec 1 (800) 207-0685 M Regional Offices REGIONAL OFFICES AREAS COVERED MAZDA CANADA INC. WESTERN REGION ALBERTA, 8171 ACKROYD ROAD BRITISH COLUMBIA, SUITE 2000 MANITOBA, RICHMOND B.C. SASKATCHEWAN, V6X 3K1...
Page 313: Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
M STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS, SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
Page 314: Mazda Importer/Distributors
Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. (416) 609-9909 (outside Canada) TEL:1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) M PUERTO RICO (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Plaza Motors Corp. (Mazda de Puerto Rico) P.O. Box 362722, San Juan, Puerto Rico 00936-2722 TEL: (787) 641-9300 M GUAM...
Page 315: Warranty
• California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) • Emission Control Warranty (Canada only) • Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty • Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda. Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 316: Outside The United States
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety requirements (CMVSS).
Page 317: Outside Canada
We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside Canada. However, in the event that you are moving to the United States permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to the United States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the United States Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS).
Page 318: Registering Your Vehicle In A Foreign Country (Except United States And Canada)
Parts, servicing techniques, and tools necessary to maintain and repair your vehicle may be unavailable. There might not be an Authorized Mazda Dealer in the country you plan to take your vehicle. The Mazda warranty is valid only in certain countries.
Page 319: Add-On Non-Genuine Parts And Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system;...
Page 320: Cell Phones
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 14 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Page 321: Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (Utqgs)
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 15 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
Page 322 These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers. The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicles may vary with respect to grade.
Page 323: Reporting Safety Defects
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects NOTE If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to: Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, California 92618-2922 P.O.
Page 324: Wiring Diagram
Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below. If they don’t have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
Page 325: Specifications
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ............. 10-2 Specifications ................10-4 Specifications ................10-4 10-1 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 326: Identification Numbers
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 2 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Identification Numbers M Chassis Number Vehicle Information Labels M Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard.
Page 327 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Identification Numbers M Engine Number Front 10-3 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 328: Electrical System
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Specifications Specifications M Engine Item Classification Type DOHC-24V 60°V, 6-cylinder Bore × Stroke 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in) Displacement 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in) Compression ratio 10.0 M Electrical System Item...
Page 329: Air Conditioner
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 5 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Specifications M Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Unit Item US qt Imp qt With oil filter replacement Engine oil Without oil filter replacement With rear heater 12.0 12.7 10.6 Coolant Without rear heater 10.2 10.8 Automatic transaxle fluid...
Page 330 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Specifications M Light Bulbs Exterior light Category Light bulb Wattage ECE R Headlights 60/55 — Front turn signal lights/Front side-marker lights 21/5 — #1157NA — Fog lights Parking lights #168 WY5W —...
Page 331 NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-27.
Page 332 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 8 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM 10-8 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 333: Index
J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 1 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index 11-1 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
Page 334 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 2 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index Accessory Socket ......6-52 Body Lubrication ......8-19 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Bottle Holder ........6-48 Accessories ........9-13 Brake Air Bag Systems ......2-56 Fluid ..........8-15 Air Filter .......... 8-19 Brakes Antenna ..........
Page 335 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 3 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index Dashboard Illumination ....5-23 Exterior Care ........8-45 Daytime Running Lights ....5-35 Eyeglass Holder ........6-49 Defroster Rear window ......5-38 Dimensions ........10-5 Door Locks ......... 3-8 Flasher Driving In Flooded Area ....4-11 Hazard warning ......5-39 Driving Tips ........
Page 336 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 4 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index Hazard Warning Flasher ....5-39 Keyless Entry System ......3-3 Hazardous Driving ......4-8 Keys ...........3-2 Headlights Control ........5-34 Flashing ........5-34 High-low beam ......5-34 Label Information ......10-2 On reminder ......5-34 Lane-Change Signals .......5-35 Hood Release ........
Page 337 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 5 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index Odometer and Trip Meter ....5-21 Safety Defects, Reporting ....9-17 Outside Mirrors ........3-33 Seat Belt System Overhead Console ......6-49 2-point type .......2-37 Overhead Lights .......6-42 3-point type .......2-33 Overheating ........7-15 Automatic locking .....2-32 Overloading ........4-11 Emergency locking ....2-32 Extender ........2-39...
Page 338 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 6 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index Storage Box ........6-50 Recreational towing ....7-23 Storage Compartments ..... 6-49 Trailer towing ......4-12 Cargo securing loops ....6-51 Traction Control System (TCS) ..5-18 Eyeglass holder ......6-49 TCS indicator light ....5-18 Front console ......
Page 339 J16R_8S06-EA-03H_Edition3.book Page 7 Thursday, March 4, 2004 4:14 PM Index Windows Power windows ......3-19 Rear quarter windows ....3-22 Windshield Washer ......5-37 Windshield Wipers ......5-37 Blades replacement ....8-20 Winter Driving ........4-9 11-7 Black process 45.0° 240.0 LPI Form No. 8S06-EA-03H...
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Mazda J16R Manual

Table of Contents

2 Essential Safety Equipment

Seats

Seat Belt Systems

Child Restraint

SRS Air Bags

3 Knowing Your Mazda

Doors and Locks

Security System

Steering Wheel and Mirrors

4 Before Driving Your Mazda

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

Before Starting the Engine

Driving Tips

Towing

5 Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Instrument Cluster and Indicators

Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds

Switches and Controls

6 Interior Comfort

Climate Control System

Audio System

Interior Equipment

7 In Case of an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

Flat Tire

Overheating

Emergency Starting

Emergency Towing

8 Maintenance and Care

Introduction

Scheduled Maintenance

Owner Maintenance

Appearance Care

Customer Information and Reporting 9

Customer Assistance

Mazda Importer/Distributors

Warranty

Cell Phones

Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)

Reporting Safety Defects

Service Publications

Quick Links

Chapters

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Summary of Contents for Mazda J16R