Mazda 2 (2014) manual

Black plate (1,1) Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page1 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:11 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (2,1) Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page2 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:11 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (3,1) Thank you for choosing a Mazda. W e at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. T o help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operat ion of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenan ce or service is n[...]

Black plate (4,1) W e want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Y our owne r's manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, importan t safety infor ma[...]

Black plate (5,1) Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page5 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:11 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G T able of Contents Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior , exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. 1 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. 2 K[...]

Black plate (6,1) Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page6 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:11 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (7,1) 1 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior , exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Interior Overview ................................................................ ....... ... 1-2 Interior Equipment (V iew A) ................................... ................. 1-2 Interior Equipment (V iew B) .......................[...]

Black plate (8,1) Interior Equipment (V iew A) Door-lock knob ...................................................................... ..... ......................... page 3-8 DSC OFF switch ................................................... ............... ............................. page 5-22 Lighting control ....................................[...]

Black plate (9,1) Interior Equipment (V iew B) Audio contr ol switches ........................... .................................................. ......... page 6-35 SRS air bags ............... .......................................................... ............................. page 2-36 Cruise control switch es ...........................[...]

Black plate (10,1) Interior Equipment (V iew C) SRS air bag ............... ............................................................ ............................. page 2-36 Seat belt .................................... .................................................. ......................... page 2-9 Remote fuel-filler lid release ... .....[...]

Black plate (11,1) Front Hood ........................................ ................................................................. ......... page 3-19 W indshield wiper blades ............................................................ ............... ......... page 8-20 Door lock ............... .............................................[...]

Black plate (12,1) Rear Rear wipe r blade ..................................... .................................................. ......... page 8-22 Liftgate .................................................................. ............................................ page 3-10 Antenna ............................................................[...]

Black plate (13,1) 2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats ............. ................................................................. ................. 2-2 Front Seats ................................................ ...............................[...]

Black plate (14,1) Front Seats WARNING Do not modify or replac e the front seats: Modifying or repla cing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats conta in air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damage th e supplemental restraint system[...]

Black plate (15,1) q Seat Recline WARNING Do not drive with either front seat reclined: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do not get the full protection from sea t belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can slide under the lap belt and suffer seriou s inte rnal injur ies. For maximum prote[...]

Black plate (16,1) CAUTION When returni ng a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you hold on to th e seatback with you r other hand while operating the lever. If the sea tback is not supp orted, it will flip fo rward suddenly and could cause injury. q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) T o adjust the seat height, move the [...]

Black plate (17,1) Never allo w a passenger to sit or stand on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving: Driving with a passenger on the folded sea tback is dangerou s. Allowing a child to sit up on the folded sea tback while the vehicle is moving is particu larly dangerou s. In a sudden stop or even a minor collision, a child not in a prope[...]

Black plate (18,1) 4. Secure the rear seat belt in the belt clip . Belt clip T o return the seatbacks to the upright position WARNING Always ma ke sure the seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks: A seat belt caught under a seatback after the seatback is returned to its upright position is dangerous. In a collision or sudd en stop,[...]

Black plate (19,1) 1. V erif y that the seat belt is secured in the belt clip. Belt clip 2. Lift the seatbacks upright. 3. Make sure that the seat belt is neither stuck in the rear seat nor twisted, then remove the seat belt from the belt clip. Head Restraints Y our vehicle is equipped with head restraints on all outboard seats. The head restraints[...]

Black plate (20,1) Height ad justment T o raise a head restraint, pull it up to the desired po sition. T o lower the head rest raint, press the stop- catch release, then push the head restraint down. Adjust the head restraint so that the center is even with the top of the passen ger's ears. Front outboard seat Rear outboard seat Removal/Instal[...]

Black plate (21,1) Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to d ecrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use. The driver's seat belt [...]

Black plate (22,1) WARNING Always wea r your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collis ion, occupa nts not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the veh icle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed. In th[...]

Black plate (23,1) CAUTION Belt retract ion may become difficult if the belt s and rings are soiled, so try to keep them clean . For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to “ Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing ” (page 8-52). q Pregnant W omen and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women shoul d always wear seat be[...]

Black plate (24,1) q Automatic Locking Mode Always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child-res traint system from shifting to an unsafe position in the event of an acciden t. T o e nable seat belt automatic locking mode, pull it all the way out and connect it as instruct ed on the child-restraint system. It will retract down to the child-r[...]

Black plate (25,1) Seat Belt q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the seat belt tongue. 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Lap/shoulder belt Seat belt tongue 3. Insert the seat belt tongue into the seat belt buck le until you hear a click sound. Seat belt tongue Seat belt buckle WARNING Positioning the Shoul der Por tion of the Seat Belt: Impr[...]

Black plate (26,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the seat belt buckle. If the belt does not fully retract, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts. Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting pr operly , have it[...]

Black plate (27,1) Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passen ger seat belts are equipped with prete nsioner and load limiting systems. For both these systems to work properly y ou must wear the seat belt properly . Pretensioners: In modera te or severe frontal or near- frontal accide [...]

Black plate (28,1) Do not modify the compo nents or wiring, or use electronic testing devic es on the pretensioner system: Modifying the componen ts or wiring of the pretensioner system, including the use of electronic testing devices is dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inopera ble which would prevent it from activating in a[...]

Black plate (29,1) q Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arni ng Beep If a malfunction is detected in the air bag/ front seat belt pretensioner systems and the warning light, a warning beep sound will be heard for about 5 seconds every minute. The air bag and seat belt pretensioner system war ning beep sound will continue to be heard for [...]

Black plate (30,1) Do not use an imprope r extend er: Using a seat belt extender that is for another perso n or a different vehicle or seat is dangerous. The seat belt will not provide adequate protection and the user could be seriously injured in an accident. Only use the extender provided for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. NEVER use[...]

Black plate (31,1) Seat Belt W arning Light Driver's seat Front passenger's seat The seat belt warning ligh t ill uminates if the driver or front passen ger's seat is occupied and the seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switched ON. Seat Belt Reminder NOTE Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate or restor e the belt [...]

Black plate (32,1) NOTE l The warning light flashes and a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON. l If a driver or front passenger's seat belt is unfastened after the beep sound turns off (warning light remains illuminated), and the vehicle speed exceeds 20 k[...]

Black plate (33,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of chil d-restraint systems for children smal l enough to use them. Y ou are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check yo ur local and state or provincial laws for specific requireme nts regard ing the safety of children ridi[...]

Black plate (34,1) WARNING Use the correct size child -restraint system: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stop s, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system dep ending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident . Follow the manufacturer &ap[...]

Black plate (35,1) Do not install a front -facing child -restraint system on the front pass enger seat unless it is unavoidable: In a collision, the fo rce of a deploying air bag could cause serious injur y or death to the child. If installing a front-fa cing child-res traint system on th e front passenger seat is unavoidable, move the front passe [...]

Black plate (36,1) Do not allow a chil d or anyone to lean over or against the side window of a vehic le with side and cur tain air bags: It is dangerous to allo w anyone to lean over or against the side windo w, the area of the front passen ger seat, the front and rear window pillars and th e roof edge along both sides from which the side and curt[...]

Black plate (37,1) Child-Restraint System Installation Position In this owner's manual, explanation of child-restraint systems is provided for the following three types of popular chil d- restraint systems: infan t seat, child seat, booster seat. NOTE l Installation position is determined by the type of child-restraint system. Always read the [...]

Black plate (38,1) Installing Child-Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seat. The front passenger's seat is clearly the worst choice for any child und er 12, and wi th rear-facing child- restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags. NOTE Even if your vehicle is equipped with front passenger [...]

Black plate (39,1) 3. Secure the child-res traint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the manufacturer's instructions on the child-res traint system for belt routing inst ructions. 4. T o get the retractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoul der belt portion of the seat belt until the enti re length of the bel[...]

Black plate (40,1) Anchor bracke t locat ion (Center position) T ether strap position (Ce nter position) WARNING Use the tether and tether ancho r only for a child-restrain t system: Using the tether or tether ancho r to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerou s. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether ancho r and result i[...]

Black plate (41,1) q If Y ou Must Use the Front Seat for Children If you cannot put all children in the rear seat, at least put the smallest children in the rear and be sure the largest child up front uses the shoulder belt over the shoulder . NEVER put a rear-facing chil d-restraint system on the front passen ger seat whether your vehicl e is equi[...]

Black plate (42,1) Do not allow a chil d or anyone to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side and cur tain air bags: It is dangerous to allo w anyone to lean over or against the side window, the area of the front passenger seat, the front and rear window pilla rs and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain[...]

Black plate (43,1) 7. Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illumin ates after inst alling a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat. If the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate, remove the child-res traint system, switch the ignition to OFF or ACC, and then re-install the [...]

Black plate (44,1) LA TCH Child-Restraint Systems Y our Mazda is equipp ed with LA TCH lower anchors for attachment of speci ally desig ned LA TCH child-restraint systems in the rear seats. Both anchors must be used, other wise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger . Most LA TCH child-res traint systems must also be used in conjun[...]

Black plate (45,1) q LA TCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Outboard Seats) 1. First, adjust the front seat to allow clearance between the child-res traint system and the front seat (page 2-2). 2. Make sure the seatback is secure ly latched by pushing it bac k until it is fully locked . 3. Expand the area between the seat bottom[...]

Black plate (46,1) WARNING Use the tether and tether ancho r only for a child-restrain t system: Using the tether or tether ancho r to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerou s. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether ancho r and result in injury. Always ro ute the tether strap betw een the head restraint and the seatback:[...]

Black plate (47,1) WARNING Use the tether and tether ancho r only for a child-restrain t system: Using the tether or tether ancho r to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerou s. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether ancho r and result in injury. Always attac h the tether strap to the correct tether anchor position: Attac[...]

Black plate (48,1) Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions The front and side suppl emental rest raint systems (SRS) include 6 air bags. Please verify the air bags equipped o n your vehicle by locating the “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicators. These indicator s are visible in the area where the air bags are install ed. The air bags are in[...]

Black plate (49,1) If your vehicle is also equipped with a dr iver and front passenger occupant classification system, refer to the Driver and Front Passeng er Occupant Classifica tion System (page 2-50) for details. If your vehicle is eq uipped wi th a driver and front passenger occupant classification system, the front passenger air bag deactivat[...]

Black plate (50,1) Never use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy : Rear-facing child-restraint systems on the front seat are particularly dangerous even though you may feel assured that a front passenger air bag will not deploy based on the fact that the front passen ger air bag deactivation indi[...]

Black plate (51,1) Do not attach objects on or around the area where a si de air bag deplo ys: Attaching objects to the front seat in such a wa y as to cov er the outboard side of the seat in any way is dangerous. In an accide nt the object could inter fere with the side air bag, which inflates from the outb oard side of the front seats, impeding t[...]

Black plate (52,1) Do not modify the suspe nsion: Modifying the vehicle suspension is dangerous. If the vehicle 's heigh t or the suspension is modified, the vehicle will be unable to accurately detect a collis ion resulting in incor rect or unexpected air bag dep loyment and the possibility of serious injuries. Do not modify the supplem ental[...]

Black plate (53,1) Supplemental Restraint System Components Driver/Front passenger inflators and air bags Crash sensor, and diagnostic module (SAS unit) Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-15) Front air bag sensor Side crash sensors Air bag/f ront seat belt pretensioner system warning light (page 2-45) Side and curtain in[...]

Black plate (54,1) How the SRS Air Bags W ork Y our Mazda is equipp ed with the following types of SRS air bags. SRS air bags are designed to work together with the seat belts to help to reduce inju ries during an accident. The SRS air bags are designed to provide furt her protectio n for passengers in a ddition to the seat belt functions. Be sure [...]

Black plate (55,1) q Front Passenger Air Bag The front passenger air bag is mounted in the front passenger dashboard. The infl ation mechanism for the front passen ger air bag is the same as the driver's air bag, as mentioned above. For more details about air bag deployment, refer to “ SRS Air Bag Depl oyment Criteria ” (page 2-47). In add[...]

Black plate (56,1) q Side Air Bags The side air bags are mounted in the outboard sides of the front seatbacks. When the air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of great er than moderate force, the system inflates the side air bag only on the side in whi ch the vehicle was hit. The side air bag inflates quickly to reduce injury to the d river or [...]

Black plate (57,1) In a side impact: Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle will cause the curtain air bag on that side only to infl ate. The side and curtain air bags will deploy only on the side the vehicle recei ves the force of the impact. In an angled collision: During a collision, driver/front passenger air bag and the curtai[...]

Black plate (58,1) A system malfunct ion is indicated if the warning light const antly flas hes, constantl y illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignitio n is switched ON. If any of these occur , co nsult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possi ble. The system may not operate in an accident. WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/p[...]

Black plate (59,1) SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria This chart indicates the applicable SRS equipm ent that will deploy depending on the type of collisio n. (The illust rations are the representative cases of collisi ons.) SRS equipment T ypes of collision A severe frontal/near frontal collision A severe side collision A rear collision Front seat be[...]

Black plate (60,1) Limitations to SRS Air Bag In severe collisions such as those described previously in “ SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria ” , the applicable SRS air bag equipm ent will deploy . However, in some accidents, the equipment may not deploy dependi ng on the type of collision and its severity . Limitations to front/near front collisi[...]

Black plate (61,1) Roll-ov er Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 2-49 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page61 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:12 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (62,1) Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System First, pleas e read “ Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions ” (page 2-36) carefully . q Driver Seat Slide Position Sensor Y our vehicle is equipped with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of the supplemental restraint system. The sensor is located [...]

Black plate (63,1) Front passenger air bag deacti vation indica tor light This indicator light illuminates to remind you that the front passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretension er will not deploy during a collision. If the front passenger weight sensor s are normal, the indicator light illuminate s when the ignition is switched ON[...]

Black plate (64,1) WARNING Do not decrease the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an adult or large child sits on the front passenger seat, decreasing the tota l seated weig ht on the front passe nger seat requi red for air bag deploym ent is dangerous. The front passenger sea t weight sensors will det ect the reduced total seate[...]

Black plate (65,1) Do not increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an infant or small child sits on th e front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weig ht on the front passe nger seat is dangerou s. The front pa ssenger seat weight sensors will detect the increased total seated weight , which could result in the un[...]

Black plate (66,1) NOTE l The system requir es about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the fr ont passenger front and side air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off. l The fr ont passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate r epeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the fr ont passenger seat, or if the temper[...]

Black plate (67,1) Monitoring and Maintenance q Constant Monitoring The foll owing components of the air bag systems are moni tored by a diagno stic syst em: l Crash sensor s, and diagnostic module (SAS unit) l Front air bag sensor l Air bag modules l Side crash sensors l Air bag/Fr ont seat belt pretensioner system warning light l Front seat belt [...]

Black plate (68,1) WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damaged air bag/seat belt pretensio ner system components: Expended or damag ed air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that[...]

Black plate (69,1) 3 Knowing Y our Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors an d Locks .............................. ............................................. 3-2 Keys ..................................................... ..................................... 3-2 Keyless Entry S[...]

Black plate (70,1) Keys WARNING Do not leave the key in your vehicle with child ren and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could resu lt in someone being badly injured or even killed. Child ren may find these new kinds of keys to be an interesting t[...]

Black plate (71,1) Key extend/retract method (Retractable type key) T o extend the key , press the release button. T o retract the key , rotate it into the holder while press ing the release button. Keyless Entry System í This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgat e. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the button[...]

Black plate (72,1) q T ransmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic b utton Operation indicator light NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer ence r eceived, including inter[...]

Black plate (73,1) T urning off the alarm Press any button on the transmitter. q T ransmitter Maintenance If the buttons on the transmitter are inoperable and the operation indicator light does not flash, the battery may be dead. Replace with a new battery before the transmitter becomes unusable. CAUTION Ø Install the battery with the positi ve po[...]

Black plate (74,1) 5. Put in the new battery (CR1 620 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing down. 6. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut. 7. Align the key with the trans mitter as shown in the figure, and insert the key until a click sound is heard. CAUTION Insert the key into the tran smitter securely until a c[...]

Black plate (75,1) Door Locks WARNING Always tak e all children and pet s with you or leave a resp onsible person with them: Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather , temper atures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damag e or even death. Do not leave the key in your vehicle with chil[...]

Black plate (76,1) q Locking, Unlocking with Door - Lock Knob T o lock any door from the inside, press the door-lock knob. T o unlock, pull it outward. This does not operate the other door locks. Lock Unlock T o lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, press the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door (holding the door[...]

Black plate (77,1) Locking, unlocking with key All doors and the lif tgate lock automatically when the driver's door is locked with the key . All doors and the lif tgate unlock when the driver's d oor is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer . Unlock Lock NOTE Holding the key in the unlocked position[...]

Black plate (78,1) q Rear Door Child Safety Locks These locks are intended to help prevent children from accide ntally opening the rear doors. Use them both when ever a child rides in the vehicl e. If you slide the child safety lock to the lock position before closing that door, the door cannot be opened from the inside. The door can be opened only[...]

Black plate (79,1) CAUTION Ø When loadin g or unloading luggage in the luggage compartment, turn off the engine. Otherwise, you could get burned by the heat of the exhaust gas. Ø Be careful not to apply excessive force to the damper stay on the liftgate such as by putting your hand on the stay. Otherwise, the damper stay may bend and affect the l[...]

Black plate (80,1) NOTE l When the liftgate latch is r eleased by pr essing the electric liftgate opener button, the liftgate raises slightly to allow it to be opened. If the liftgate is not operated for a certain period of time after the electric liftgate opener button has been pr essed, the liftgate cannot be raised any mor e fr om its slightly r[...]

Black plate (81,1) 2. Pull the center section of the plastic fastener and remove the fasteners, then remove cover on the inte rior surfa ce of the liftgate. Remov al 3. Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate. Lev er Cloth After perfor ming this emergency measure, have the vehicle inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possib[...]

Black plate (82,1) CAUTION Ø Make sure the luggage compartment cover is firmly secured. If it is not firmly secured, it could unexpecte dly dise ngage resulting in injur y. Ø Do not place he avy objects or apply excessive force to the top of the luggage compa rtment cov er (Maximum weight:2 kg (4 lb)). Overloading could cause deformation or da ma[...]

Black plate (83,1) Power Windows The ignition must be swi tched ON for the power wi ndows to operate. WARNING Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window: Closing power windo ws are dangerous. A perso n's hands , head, or even neck could be caught by the window and resul t in serious injury or even death. This warnin g applies espec[...]

Black plate (84,1) Power wind ow syste m initializati on procedure If the battery was disco nnected du ring vehicle mai ntenance, or for other reasons (such as a switch conti nues to be operated after the window is full y open/closed ), the window will not fully open and close automatically . Carry out the following procedure to resume operation: 1[...]

Black plate (85,1) q Operating the Passenger Power Windows The power window may be operated when the power window lock switch on the driver's door is in the unlocked position. The passenger window may be opened or closed using the master control switch es on the driver's door . Front passenger's window Right rear window Left rear win[...]

Black plate (86,1) Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING When remov ing the fuel-filler cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel spray is rele ased when there is pressure in the fuel tank and the fuel-filler cap is removed too qu[...]

Black plate (87,1) CAUTION If the check fuel cap warning light illuminates, the fuel- filler cap may not be properly installed. If th e warning ligh t illuminates , park your vehicle safely off the right-of-way, remove the fuel- filler cap and reinstall it correctly . After the cap has been correctly ins talled, the fuel cap warning ligh t may cont[...]

Black plate (88,1) 3. Grasp the suppor t rod in the padded area and secure it in the support rod hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hood open. q Closing the Hood 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2. Lift the hood, grasp the padded [...]

Black plate (89,1) Immobilizer System The immo bilizer syst em allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key , the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle. If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key , consult an[...]

Black plate (90,1) NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfer ence r eceived, including interfer ence that may cause undesir ed operation. l (CANADA) This device complies wit[...]

Black plate (91,1) NOTE l If the security indicator light illuminates and stays on or flashes when the ignition is switched ON, the engine will not start. l Signals fr om a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you ar e using the pr oper key and your engine fails to start,[...]

Black plate (92,1) Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjus t the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is da ngerous. Moving it can very easily ca use the driver to abruptly turn to th e left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. q Tilt Steering Wheel T o change the angl[...]

Black plate (93,1) 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Selector switch Mirror switch Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is flush wi th the vehicle. WARNING Always retur n the outside mirrors to the drivin g position before you star t driving: Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is dangerous. Y[...]

Black plate (94,1) WARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is danger ous. It can block your view in th e rear view mirror, which mi ght cause you to hit another car when changing lanes. 3-26 Knowing Y our Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page94 W ednesday ,[...]

Black plate (95,1) 4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........ ................................ 4-2 Fuel Require ments .............................. ...... ................................ 4-2 Emission Con trol System .....................................................[...]

Black plate (96,1) Fuel Requirements V ehicles with catalytic converters or oxy gen sensors must use ONL Y UNLEADED FUEL, which wi ll reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Y our Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Regular unleaded fuel 87 [ (R+M)/2 method] or ab[...]

Black plate (97,1) Emission Control System Y our vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of this syst em) that enables your vehicl e to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. WARNING Never par k over or near anyt hing flammable: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is[...]

Black plate (98,1) Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehic le if you sme ll exha ust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exha ust gas is dangerous. This gas contain s carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and pois onous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciou sness and death. If you smell exha ust gas inside y[...]

Black plate (99,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, ou tside mirrors , and outside lights are clean. l Inspect infl ation press ures a nd condition of tires. l Look und er the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks . l If you plan to back up, make sure nothing is in your way . NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, [...]

Black plate (100,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary , b ut a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy , and life of your Mazda. l Do not race the engine . l Do not maintain one const ant speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time. l Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or [...]

Black plate (101,1) Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extre mely carefu l if it is necessar y to downshift on slipper y sur faces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery sur faces is dangerous. The sudden chang e in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Do not rely on ABS as[...]

Black plate (102,1) Rocking the V ehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous. The spinnin g tire could overheat and explod e. This could cause seriou s injur ies. CAUTION Too m[...]

Black plate (103,1) q Snow Tires Use snow tires on all four wheel s Do not go fast er than 120 km/h (75 mph) while driving with snow tires. Inflate snow tir es 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm 2 , 4.3 psi) more than recommende d on the tir e pressure label (driver's door frame), but never more than the maximum cold-tir e pressure show n on the tires. Y our [...]

Black plate (104,1) Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by drivin g ver y slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake per formanc e returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light brak ing will indicate wh[...]

Black plate (105,1) Driving on Uneven Road Y our vehicle' s suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or over speed bumps . Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody , bumpers or muffler(s) when drivi [...]

Black plate (106,1) T railer T owing Y our Mazda is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. 4-12 Before Driving Y our Mazda T owing Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page106 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:12 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (107,1) 5 Driving Y our Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ............... .................................................... .. 5-2 Ignition Switch ......................................................... ................. 5-2 Starting the Engine .............................. .......................[...]

Black plate (108,1) Ignition Switch q Ignition Switch Positions OFF The power supply to elect rical devices is turned off. Only in this position can the key be removed. WARNING Do not stop the engine while the vehicle is moving: Stopping the engin e while the vehicle is moving for any reaso n other than in an emergency is dangerous. Stopping the en[...]

Black plate (109,1) NOTE When the ignition is switched ON, the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality . ST ART The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key . It then returns to the ON position. q Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition is switche[...]

Black plate (1 10,1) 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. NOTE l In extr emely cold weather or after the vehicle has not been driven in several days, let the engine warm up without operating the accelerator . l Whether the engine is cold or warm, it should be started without use of the accelerator . l If the engine does n[...]

Black plate (11 1,1) Brake System q Foot Brake Y our Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjus t automati cally throu gh normal use. Should powe r-assist fail, you can stop by applying greater force than normal to the brake pedal. But the dist ance required to stop will be greater than usual. WARNING Do not coast with the engine stalled or turned [...]

Black plate (1 12,1) CAUTION Ø Do not drive with your foot held on the clutch pedal or brak e pedal, or hold the clutch pedal depre ssed halfway unnec essarily. Doing so could result in the following: Ø The clutc h and brake parts will wear out more quickly. Ø The brakes can overheat and adversely affect br ake per formance. Ø Always depress th[...]

Black plate (1 13,1) Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with sufficient force to hold the vehicle in a stationar y position . Releasing the park ing brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwards, then press the release button. While holding the button[...]

Black plate (1 14,1) CAUTION In addition, the effectiven ess of the braking m ay dimini sh so you may need to depress the brake ped al mor e strongly than normal to stop the vehicle. q Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel. If one wheel is about to lock up, the ABS responds by automati cally[...]

Black plate (1 15,1) q Electronic Brake Force Distribution System W arning If the electronic brake force distrib ution control unit determin es that some components are operat ing incorrectl y , the control unit may illuminate the brake system war ning ligh t and the ABS warning ligh t on simultaneousl y . The problem is likely to be the electronic[...]

Black plate (1 16,1) q Brake Pad W ear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. This causes a loud screeching noise to warn that the pads should be replaced. When you hear this noise , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. WARNING Do not drive with worn disc pads: Drivin[...]

Black plate (1 17,1) WARNING Do not use sudden engine braking on slipper y road sur faces or at high speeds: Shifting down wh ile driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine brak ing, which is dangerous. The sudd en change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid . This could lead to loss of vehic[...]

Black plate (1 18,1) Automatic T ransaxle Controls Indicates the shift lev er can be shifted freely into any position. Indicates that you must hold in the lock-release button to shift. Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal and hold in the lock-release button to shift (The ignition must be switched ACC or ON). V arious Lockouts: Lock-relea[...]

Black plate (1 19,1) N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and transaxle are not locked. The vehicle will roll freel y even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on. WARNING If the engine is running faster than idle, do not shift from N or P into a driv ing gear: It's danger ous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when th[...]

Black plate (120,1) NOTE l When the ignition is switched off, the shift lever cannot be shifted from P . l T o be sur e the vehicle is in park, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the shift lever is in P . q Overdrive Overdrive operation In D, the transaxle autom atically shifts to overdrive, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise. T o[...]

Black plate (121,1) Passing For extra power when passing anothe r vehicle or climbing steep grades, d epress the accelerator fully . The transaxle will shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle speed. Climbing steep grades from a stop T o climb a steep grade from a stopp ed position: 1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Shift to D or 1, depending on th[...]

Black plate (122,1) NOTE l The power steering system is inoperable when the power steering malfunction indicator light illuminates or flashes. Steering is possible, but r equires more physical effort. l Repeatedly jerking the steering wheel left and right while the vehicle is stopped or moving at slow speeds will cause the power steering system to [...]

Black plate (123,1) q Activation/Deactivation T o activate the system, press the ON switch. T o deacti vate the system, press the OFF switch. WARNING Always tur n off the cruise control system when it is not in use: Leaving the cruise control system in an activa tion-ready state while the cruise contr ol is not in use is dangerous as the cruise con[...]

Black plate (124,1) q T o Increase Cruising Speed Follow eith er of these procedures. T o increase speed using cruise control switch Press up the cruise control SET switch and hold it. Y our vehicle will accelerate. Release the switch at the speed you want. Y our vehicle has a tap-up feature that allows you to increase your curren t speed in increm[...]

Black plate (125,1) Y our vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your curren t speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the cruise control SET - switch. Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. q T o Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km/h (19 mph) If some other method[...]

Black plate (126,1) T raction Control System (TCS) The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving whee l slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automati cally t[...]

Black plate (127,1) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) automatically controls braking and engine torque in conjunctio n with systems such as ABS and TCS to help control side slip when driving on slippery surfaces, or during sudden or evasive maneuvering, enhancing vehicle safet y . Refer to ABS (page 5-8) and TCS (p[...]

Black plate (128,1) q DSC OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switch ed ON. It also illuminates when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is switched off (page 5-22). If the light stays on when the TCS/ DSC is not switch ed off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic st[...]

Black plate (129,1) Tir e Pressure Monitoring System í The tir e pressure monitoring system (TPMS) monitors the pressure for each tire. If tire pressure is too low in one or more tires, the system will infor m the driver via the warning ligh t in the instrument panel and by the warning beep sound. The tir e pressure sensors installed on each wheel[...]

Black plate (130,1) CAUTION Each tire, including the spare (if provid ed), shou ld be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufactu rer on the vehicle placard or tire infla tion pressu re label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard or ti[...]

Black plate (131,1) q Tir e Pressure Monitoring System W arning Light This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switch ed ON. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep is heard when tire press ure is too low in one or more tires, and flashes when there is a system malfunct ion. WARNING If the tire pressure mo [...]

Black plate (132,1) Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6). CAUTION When repla cing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. NOTE l Perform tir e pressur e adjustment when the tires ar e cold. T [...]

Black plate (133,1) If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are ad justed, there may be a tire punctu re. Replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire (page 7-6). NOTE A tir e pressur e sensor is not installed to the temporary spar e tire. The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spar e [...]

Black plate (134,1) 3. After about 15 minutes, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for 10 min utes and the tire pressure sensor ID signal code will be registered automatically . NOTE If the vehicle is driven within about 15 minutes of changing tires, the tire pressur e monitoring system warning light will flash because the sen[...]

Black plate (135,1) Meters and Gauges Speedometer ................................................................. .................................. ... page 5-30 Odometer, T rip Meter and T rip Meter Select or ............................................... ... page 5-30 T achometer ..................................... .........................[...]

Black plate (136,1) q Speedometer The speedom eter indicates the speed of the vehicle. q Odometer , T rip Meter and T rip Meter Selector The displ ay mode can be changed from odometer to trip meter A to trip meter B and then back to odometer by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selec ted mode will be displayed. Selector Odom[...]

Black plate (137,1) T rip meter The tri p meter can record the total distance of two trips. One is recorded in trip met er A, and the other is recorded in trip met er B. For instance, trip meter A can record the distance from the point of origin, and trip meter B can record the distance from where the fuel tank is filled. When trip meter A is selec[...]

Black plate (138,1) If the lowest scale mark and the E are flashing, it indicates the fuel level is low . Refuel as soon as p ossible. If only the E is flashing, it indi cates the fuel tank is nearly empt y . Refuel immediately . If the gauge indicates that the fuel level is near E, refuel as soon as possible. NOTE l After r efueling, it may requir[...]

Black plate (139,1) When this mode is selected, will be displayed. NOTE l Under the following conditions, the ambient temperature display may differ from the actual ambient temperature depending on the surr oundings and vehicle conditions: l Significantly cold or hot temperatur es. l Sudden changes in ambient temperature. l The vehicle is parked. l[...]

Black plate (140,1) U.S.A. CANADA T o clear the data being displayed, press the INFO button for more than 1.5 seconds. After press ing the INFO button, ---L / 100 km (- - - mpg) will be displayed for about 1 minute before the fuel economy is recalculated and displaye d. Distance-to-empty mode This mode displays the a pproximate distance you can tra[...]

Black plate (141,1) A verage vehicle speed mode This mode displays the a verage ve hicle speed by calculating the distance and the time trave led since connecting the battery or resettin g the data. A verage vehicle speed will be calculated and displayed every 10 seconds . When this mode is selected, A V will be displayed. U.S.A. CANADA T o clear t[...]

Black plate (142,1) W arning/Indicator Lights W arning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System W arning Light 5-38 Malfunction W arning Light 5-38 Charging System W arning Light 5-40 Engine Oil Pressure W arning Light 5-40 Check Engine Light 5-40 High Engine Coolant T emperatur[...]

Black plate (143,1) Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arning Light 5-41 Check Fuel Cap W arning Light 5-42 Seat Belt W arning Light 5-42 Door-Ajar W arning Light 5-42 Low W asher Fluid Level W arning Light 5-43 T ire Pressure Monitoring System W arning Light 5-43 Security Indicator Light 5-45 Headli[...]

Black plate (144,1) q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following funct ions: Parking brake warnin g/W arning light inspection The light illuminates when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switched to ST AR T or ON. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released. Low brake fluid level warning If the brake warning l[...]

Black plate (145,1) q ABS W arning Light The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition is switch ed ON. If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control un it has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function norm ally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult a[...]

Black plate (146,1) q Charging System W arning Light This warning light illuminates when the ignition is switched ON and turns off when the engine is started. If the warning light illuminates while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of- way . Con sult[...]

Black plate (147,1) If this light illuminates while driving, the vehicle may have a probl em. It is important to note the driving condit ions when the light illuminated and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The check engine light may illumi nate in the follow ing cases: l The fuel tank level being very low or approaching empty . l The engine&apos[...]

Black plate (148,1) WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/ pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer per form all servici ng and repairs: Self-ser vicing or tampering with the systems is dangerous. An air bag/ pretensioner could accidentally activate or become disabled causing serious injury or death. q Check Fuel Cap W arning[...]

Black plate (149,1) q Low W asher Fluid Level W arning Light í This warning light indicates that lit tle washer flui d remains. Add fluid (page 8-19). q Tir e Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) W arning Light í This warning light illuminates for a few seconds when the ignition is switch ed ON. Thereafter, the warning light illuminates and a beep i[...]

Black plate (150,1) Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-6). CAUTION When repla cing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. NOTE l Perform tir e pressur e adjustment when the tires ar e cold. T [...]

Black plate (151,1) If the warning light illuminates again even after the tire pressures are ad justed, there may be a tire punctu re. Replace the punctured tire with the temporary spare tire (page 7-6). NOTE A tir e pressur e sensor is not installed to the temporary spar e tire. The warning light will flash continuously while the temporary spar e [...]

Black plate (152,1) q Shift Position Indicator Light (Automatic T ransaxle) This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition is switched to ON. Shift Position Indicator Light q Low Engine Coolant T emperature Indicator Light (Blue) When the ignition is switch ed ON, the light illumi nates mom entarily and then turns off. The light illum[...]

Black plate (153,1) If the light stays on when the TCS/ DSC is not switch ed off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The dynamic stability control may have a mal function. q Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) í The indicator light has two colors. Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber) The indicator li[...]

Black plate (154,1) When operat ing the hazard warning lights, both turn signal indicator ligh ts flash (page 5-59). NOTE If an indicator light remains illuminated (does not flash) or if it flashes abnormally , one of the turn signal bulbs may be burned out. Beep Sounds q Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arni ng Beep If a malfunction i[...]

Black plate (155,1) q Seat Belt W arning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition is switched ON, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds . If the driver or the front passenger's seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed fast er than about 20 km/h (12 mph), a beep sound will be heard aga[...]

Black plate (156,1) Lighting Control q Headlights T urn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off. NOTE T o prevent discharging the battery , do not leave the lights on while the engine is off unless safety requir es them. Without AUTO position Switch Position Headlights Off Off On T ail[...]

Black plate (157,1) CAUTION Ø Do not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the winds hield. Otherwis e the light sensor will not operate correctly. Ø The light sensor also works as a rain sensor for the auto-wiper control. Keep hands and scrapers clear of the windshield when the wiper lever is in th e AUTO position and the ig[...]

Black plate (158,1) q Headlight High-Low Beam Press the lever forward to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever back to its original position for the low beams. High beam Low beam q Flashing the Headlights T o flash the headlights, pull the lever fully towards you (the headlight switch does not need to be on). The lever will return to the normal po[...]

Black plate (159,1) T urn and Lane-Change Signals T urn Signal s Move the signal lever do wn (for a left turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop position. The signal will self-cancel after the turn is completed. If the indicator light continues to flash after a turn, manually return the lever to its origina l position. Right turn Left turn Right[...]

Black plate (160,1) Windshield Wipers and W asher The ignition must be swi tched ON. WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservo ir: Using radiator antif reeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accide nt. Only use windsh[...]

Black plate (161,1) With AUTO posit ion Switch Position Wiper operation Single wipe cycle (mist) Auto control Low speed High speed AUTO (Auto-wiper control) When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, the rain sensor senses the amount o f rainfall on the windshi eld and turns the wipers on or off automati cally (off ― intermittent ― low speed[...]

Black plate (162,1) Ø When the wiper lever is in the AUTO pos ition and the ignition is switched ON, the wipers may move automat ically in the following cases: Ø If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched or wiped with a cloth. Ø If the windshield is struck with a hand or other obje ct from either outside or inside the vehicle. Keep han [...]

Black plate (163,1) q Windshield W asher Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid. OFF W ashe r NOTE W ith the wiper lever in the OFF or intermittent position/AUTO position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is r eleased. If the washer does not work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-19). If it's normal, con[...]

Black plate (164,1) Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost , fog, and thin ice from the rear window . The ignition must be swi tched ON. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. The rear window defroster operates for about 15 min utes and turns off autom atically . The indicator light illuminates during operation[...]

Black plate (165,1) Horn T o sound the horn, press the mark on the steering wheel. Hazard W arning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency . The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depre[...]

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Black plate (167,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............... .............................................. .. 6-2 Operating T ips ........................................... ............... ................. 6-2 V ent Operation ................[...]

Black plate (168,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. NOTE T o prevent the battery fr om being discharged, do not leave the fan contr ol dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switched ON when the engine is not running. q Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all ob[...]

Black plate (169,1) V ent Operation q Adjusting the V ents Directing airflo w 1. Press the upper part of the air vent to open it. 2. Rotate the air vent left and right to adjust the direction of airflow . NOTE When using the air conditioner under humid ambient temperatur e conditions, the system may blow fog from the vents. This is not a sign of tr[...]

Black plate (170,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard V ents Dashboard and Floor V ents Floor V ents Defroster and Floor V ents Defroster V ents 6-4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page170 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (171,1) Control Panel í T emperature control dial A/C switch Fan control dial Mode selector dial Air intake selector Rear window defroster switch Some models. q Control Switches T emperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counte rclockwise for cold. Fan control dial This dial allows [...]

Black plate (172,1) Mode selec tor dial T urn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (page 6-4). NOTE l The mode selector dial can be set at the intermediate positions ( or ) between each mode. Set the dial to an intermediate position if you want to slightly adjust the airflow amount. l For example, when the mode selector dial is at the posi[...]

Black plate (173,1) WARNING Do not use the position in cold or rainy weat her: Using the position in cold or rainy wea ther is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious ac cident. q Heating 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the positio[...]

Black plate (174,1) 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. q Windshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position. 3. Set the temperat ure control dial to the desired po sition. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. 5. If dehumidified he ating is des[...]

Black plate (175,1) Antenna q Detachable/Collapsible T ype When using the radio, move the antenna to the position indicated in the figure. T o remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. T o install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Remov e Install CAUTION Ø When enteri ng a garage or other area with a [...]

Black plate (176,1) Operating Tips for Audio System WARNING Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerou s as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident . Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stoppe d. Eve[...]

Black plate (177,1) Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible wi th AM reception. AM wa ve FM wa ve FM wa ve 100—200 km (60—120[...]

Black plate (178,1) Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower . The broadca st signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receive r . Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stat ions broadcasti ng at similar frequencies, the original station may be temporari[...]

Black plate (179,1) l The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly bent) CDs should never be used. l Do not use non-conventional discs such as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunct ion. l If the memory portion of the CD is transparent or translucen t, do not u se the disc. T[...]

Black plate (180,1) l Use discs that have been legitimately produced. If illegally-co pied discs such as pirated discs are used, the system may not operate properly . l Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handli ng the CDs. Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. l Do not stick paper or tape on[...]

Black plate (181,1) q Operating tips for MP3 NOTE Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to use this pr oduct in any commercial (i.e. revenue- generating) r eal time broadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and/or any other media), br oadcasting/streaming vi[...]

Black plate (182,1) l MP3 files not conforming to the MP3 format contai ning both header frames and data frames will be skipped and not played . l This unit will play MP3 files that have up to eight levels. Howev er , the more levels a disc has, the longer it will take to initially start playing. It is recommended to record discs with two levels or[...]

Black plate (183,1) Bit rate Refers to the volume of data per second, expressed in bps (bits per second) . Generally , the larger the numbe r of the transfer bit rate when compressing an MP3 file, the more information regarding musical reproduction it carries, and therefore the better the sound quality . Packet wri ting A general term for the metho[...]

Black plate (184,1) Playable AAC file specifications This unit supports playback of AAC files recorded in CD-R and CD-R W . Playable AAC files are as follow s: Item Content Specification MPEG-4 AAC-LC Sampling rate 8/1 1.025/12 kHz 16/22.05/24 kHz 32/44.1/48 kHz Bit rate 24 ― 320 kbps CAUTION This unit plays files with the file extension (.aac/.m[...]

Black plate (185,1) CAUTION This unit plays files with the file extension (mp3) as an MP3 file. Do not use the MP3 file extension for files other than MP3 files. Otherwise, it could result in no ise or a malfunction. l MP3 files written under specifications other than the indicated specification may not play normally or files or folder names may no[...]

Black plate (186,1) l iPod classic is a trade mark of Apple Inc., registere d in the U.S. and other countries. l iPod nano is a trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. l iPod touch is a trade mark of Apple Inc., registere d in the U.S. and other countries. l iPhone is a trademark of Appl e Inc., registered in the U.S. a[...]

Black plate (187,1) Audio Set Power/V olume/Sound Controls ................................................. ............................. page 6-22 Clock .............................. ........................................................... ............................. page 6-26 Operating the Radio ............................................[...]

Black plate (188,1) q Power/V olume/Sound Controls Display Power/V olume/Audio control dial Menu button Power ON/O FF Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Press the power/volum e dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volum e dial again to turn the audio system off. NOTE T o prevent the battery fr om being discharged, do not leave the audio[...]

Black plate (189,1) *1 *3 *1 *1*2 *1*2 *1 Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. *2 RPT and RDM are displayed only during CD/USB/i Pod playback. *3 If your vehicle is not equipped with rear speaker s, adjust the power/ volume dial so the level is even. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected funct ions as follows: Ind[...]

Black plate (190,1) Select the desired ALC mode. Mode V olume change No change Minimum Medium Maximum T urn the audio control dial to select ALC OFF or ALC LEVEL1 ― 7 modes. The selected mode will be indicated. Setting RPT (CD/ USB/iP od Repea t Play) Repeated playback of the track curren tly being played can be set on or off during playback of t[...]

Black plate (191,1) MEMO 6-25 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page191 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (192,1) q Clock Display Hour/Minute set switch Audio control dial Menu button Clock button Setting the time The clock can be set at any time when the ignition is switched to ACC or ON. 1. T o adjus t the time, press the clock button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. 2. The curren tly set time and hour setting display flas h[...]

Black plate (193,1) MEMO 6-27 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page193 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (194,1) q Operating the Radio Band selector button T uning button Channel preset buttons Power/V olume/Audio control dial Display Auto memory button Scan button Radio ON Press a band selector button ( ) to turn the radio on. Band selection Successively pressing the band selector button ( ) switches the bands as follows: FM1 → FM2 → [...]

Black plate (195,1) NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button the fr equency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tun ing Press the scan button ( )t o automatically sample stations wi th a strong freque ncy . Scanning stops at each station for about five seconds. T o hold a station, press the scan button ( ) again during this inter[...]

Black plate (196,1) q Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player T rack down/Re verse button CD play button Scroll button Audio control dial Folder do wn button Folder up b utton Display T rack up/Fast-forward b utton CD slot Menu button Scan button T ext b utton CD eject button T ype Playable data Music/MP3/WMA/ AAC CD player l Music data (CD-DA) l MP[...]

Black plate (197,1) T rack search Press the track up button ( ) once to skip forward to the beginning of the next track. Press the track down button ( )o n c et o skip back to the beginn ing of the curren t track. Folder search (during MP3/WMA/AAC CD playback) T o change to the previou s folder, press the folder down button ( ), or press the folder[...]

Black plate (198,1) During MP3/WMA/AAC CD playback (Folder rand om) 1. Press the menu button ( ), select the random mode and “ RDM ” will be displayed. 2. Turn the audio control dial and select “ FOLDER ” . 3. Turn the audio control dial and select “ OFF ” to cancel the random play . (CD random) 1. Press the menu button ( ), select the [...]

Black plate (199,1) NOTE The number of characters which can be displayed is restricted. Message display If there is a CD-relat ed problem, “ CHECK CD ” is displayed repeatedly . T urn the audio unit on again, check the CD for damage, soiling or whethe r the CD has been inserted upside down, and then proper ly reinsert it. If the message reappea[...]

Black plate (200,1) q Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display , find the cause in the cha rt. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Indication Cause Solution CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down Insert the CD properly . If the error indication continues to display , consult[...]

Black plate (201,1) Audio Control Switch Operation í When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering whee l is possible. NOTE Because the audio unit will be turned off under the following conditions, the switches will be inoperable. l When the ignition is switched off. l When the power button on the audio unit is pr[...]

Black plate (202,1) NOTE l The CD mode cannot be selected if a CD has not been inserted. l The AUX mode is unavailable unless you connect a commercially available portable audio unit (such as an MP3 player) to the auxiliary jack. Connect a portable audio unit or similar product on the market to the auxiliary jack to listen to music or audio over th[...]

Black plate (203,1) AUX/USB/iPod Mode Audio can be heard from the vehicle's speakers by connecting a commercially- available portable a udio unit to the auxiliary jack. A commerci ally-available, non-impedance (3.5 ) stereo mini plug cable is required. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer for details. In addition, audio can be played from the ve[...]

Black plate (204,1) NOTE l This mode may not be usable depending on the portable audio device to be connected. l Before using the auxiliary jack/USB port, r efer to the instruction manual for the portable audio device. l Use a commercially-available, non- impedance (3.5 ) ster eo mini plug for connecting the portable audio unit to the auxiliary jac[...]

Black plate (205,1) MEMO 6-39 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page205 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (206,1) q How to use USB mode Scan button Folder up b utton Menu button T ext b utton Scroll button T rack up/Fast-forward b utton Audio control dial T rack down/Re verse button Source change button Folder do wn button Display T ype Playable data USB mode MP3/WMA/AAC file Playback 1. Switch the ignitio n to ACC or ON. 2. Press the power[...]

Black plate (207,1) Press the scan button ( ) during playback to start the scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) again to cancel scan playback. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal playback will r esume wher e scan was selected. Repeat playback T rack repeat 1. Press the menu button ( ), select the repeat [...]

Black plate (208,1) NOTE l The information (artist name, music name) is displayed only when the USB device information in the USB device has information which can be displayed on the scr een. l This unit cannot display some characters. Characters which cannot be displayed ar e indicated by an asterisk ( ). Display scroll Only 12 characters can be d[...]

Black plate (209,1) MEMO 6-43 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page209 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (210,1) q How to use iPod mode Scan button List up button Menu button T ext b utton Scroll button T rack up/Fast-forward b utton Audio control dial Category b utton T rack down/Re verse button Source change button List down b utton Display Connectable iPod is as follows: l iPod: 5G l iPod classic l iPod nano: 1/2/3/4/5/6G l iPod touch *[...]

Black plate (211,1) Category search Press the category up button ( )t o select the next category . NOTE The types of categories include Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Podcast, Genre, Composer , and Audio book. List search Press the list down button ( ) to select the previous list and press the list up button ( ) to select the next list. NOTE When t[...]

Black plate (212,1) Switching the display For files with a file name and other information that have been input, the display switch es between displ ay of the file name and other information each time the text button ( ) is pressed during playback. File number /Elapsed time File number Category (Playlist title/Genre title/Composer title/Podcast tit[...]

Black plate (213,1) Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION Ø This CD player should not be adjusted or repair ed by anyone except qualified ser vice perso nnel. If s[...]

Black plate (214,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvi sor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Sun visor q V anity Mirrors T o use the vanity mir ror, lower the sunvisor . Interior Lights q Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position ) turns on for: l About 30 [...]

Black plate (215,1) Switch Position Overhead Light Light off l Light is on when any door is open l Light is on or off when the illuminated entry system is on Light on q Luggage Compartment Light Switch Position Luggage Compartment Light Light off Light on when the liftgate is open Cup Holder WARNING Never use a cup hol der to hold hot liquids while[...]

Black plate (216,1) Use the center console divider to place a cup or canned drink on the center console tray . Center console divider NOTE A 567 g (20 oz) cup can be placed in each of the cup holders indicated by the arrows. If a cup exceeding 567 g (20 oz) is placed in one of the cup holders, the cup could tip over because it cannot be held firmly[...]

Black plate (217,1) Storage Compartments WARNING Keep storag e boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open is danger ous. To reduce the possibility of injur y in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the stora ge boxes clos ed when driving. Do not put articles in storage spaces with no lid: Putting articles in storage spaces with no[...]

Black plate (218,1) A cup or smal l items can be placed on the center console tray using the center console divider . The center console tray is large enough to place a small item when the center console divider is not in use. Accessory Socket Switch the ignition to ACC or ON. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equiva lent requi ring no grea[...]

Black plate (219,1) CAUTION Ø To prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure , pay attention to the following: Ø Do not use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A). Ø Do not use accessories that are not genui ne Mazda accessories or the equivalent. Ø Close the cover when the accessory socket is not in use to prevent f[...]

Black plate (220,1) 6-54 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page220 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (221,1) 7 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 ..................................... .......................[...]

Black plate (222,1) Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency . The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will fla[...]

Black plate (223,1) Spare Tire and T ool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locat ions illustrated in the diagram. Jack lever Lug wrench Jack Tool bag Spare tire Flat tire belt T owing eyelet In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7-3 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page223 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (224,1) q Jack T o remove the jack 1. Remove the cover. 2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise. W ing bolt Jack screw T o secure the jack 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing down and turn the wing bolt clockwise to temporari ly tighten it. 2. Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the[...]

Black plate (225,1) q Spare Tir e Y our 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 VER Y short periods. T empor ary spare tires should NEVER be used for long drives or extended periods. WARNING Do not install the tempo[...]

Black plate (226,1) T o remove the spare tire 1. Remove the trunk mat. T runk mat 2. Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise using the lug wrench. T o secure the spare tire Perform the removal procedure in reverse. Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. l Steering becomes difficult. l T[...]

Black plate (227,1) NOTE l Make sur e the jack is well lubricated before using it. (W ith T ire Pressure Monitoring System) l Be sur e to register the tir e pr essur e sensor ID signal code whenever tires or wheels ar e changed (page 5-27). 1. Park on a level surfa ce off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Put a vehicle with an [...]

Black plate (228,1) 2. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but do not remove any lug nuts until the tir e has been raised off the ground. 3. Place the jack on the ground. 4. Turn the jack screw in the direction shown in the figure and adjust the jack head so that it is close to the jack-up position. Jack head 5. Plac[...]

Black plate (229,1) WARNING Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual: Attempting to jack the vehicle in positions other than those recommended in this manua l is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill someon e. Use only the front and rear jack ing positions recomm ended in th[...]

Black plate (230,1) WARNING Do not jack up the vehicle higher than is neces sar y: Jacking up the vehicle higher than is necessary is danger ous as it could destabilize the veh icle resu lting in an accident. Do not star t the engine or shake the vehicle whil e it is jacked up: Starting the engine or shaking the vehicle while it is jacked up is dan[...]

Black plate (231,1) T o install the antitheft lug nut 1. Place the special key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square to it. If you hold the key at an angle, you may damag e both key and nut. Do not use a power impact wre nch. 2. Place the lug wrench on top of the special key , apply pressure, and turn it clockwise. Nut tightening to[...]

Black plate (232,1) 4. Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise and lower the vehicle. Use the lug wrench to tighten the nuts in the order shown. If you are unsure of how tight the nuts should be, have them inspe cted at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Nut tightening torque N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88 ― 118 ( 9 ― 12, 65 ― 87) WARNING Always secu rely a[...]

Black plate (233,1) 10. Thread the belt through the rear seat as shown in the figure. 1 1. Place the flat tire in the luggage compartment. 12. Thread the buckle through the whee l as shown in the figure. 13. Thread the belt through the buckle while press ing the tire to the seatback. 14. Pull the belt end to secure the flat tire. In Case of an Emer[...]

Black plate (234,1) 15. Insert the luggage compartment cover from the top of the luggage compartment opening with the cloth side of the cover facin g outward, and slide it between the flat tire and the inside perim eter of the luggage compartment opening. 16. Check the tire inflation pressure. Refer to Tires on page 10-6. 17. Have the flat tire rep[...]

Black plate (235,1) Overheating If the High engine coolan t temperat ure warning ligh t illumi nates, the vehicle loses powe r , or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Switch the ignition to off and make sure the fan is not running before attempting to wor k near the cooling fan: Working near the cooli[...]

Black plate (236,1) If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Cooling fan If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-14). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the c[...]

Black plate (237,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine ). Follow this procedure: 1. If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , switch the ignition off, wait ten seconds and try again. 2. Make sure the parking brake is on. 3. Depress the acceler ator all th[...]

Black plate (238,1) Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangero us if done incorrectly . So follow the procedure carefully . If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work. WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefull y: To ensure safe and correct handlin g of the battery, read the fol[...]

Black plate (239,1) Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and spar ks away from open batter y cells : Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal batte ry ope ration, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Do not jump-star t a froze[...]

Black plate (240,1) 1. Remove the battery cover from its rear side. 2. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 3. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, d on't allow both vehicles to touch. Turn off the engine of the vehicle wi th the booster battery and all unnecessary electrical loads in both [...]

Black plate (241,1) Push-Starting Do not push-start your Mazda. WARNING Never tow a vehicle to star t it: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, ca using the two vehicles to collide. Th e occupants could be injured. CAUTION Do not push-start a vehicle that has a manual transaxl[...]

Black plate (242,1) T owing Description W e recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper liftin g and towing are necess ary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. A towed vehicle usually should have its drive wheels (front wheels) off the ground. If[...]

Black plate (243,1) Tiedown Hooks CAUTION Do not use the front and rear tiedown eyele ts fo r towing the vehicle. They have been designed only for securing the vehi cle to a tran sport vessel during shipping . Using the eyelets for any other purpose could resu lt in the vehicle being damaged. q Tiedown Hook-Front 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet, lug w[...]

Black plate (244,1) q Tiedown Hook-Rear CAUTION The rear tiedown hook is des igned only for lashing the vehicle durin g overseas transport. Do not use the rear tiedo wn hook for any other use such as transporting the vehicle on trucks or railway. Recreational T owing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a moto rho[...]

Black plate (245,1) 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................. ................................ 8-2 Introduction ............................................. .................................. 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ............... .............................[...]

Black plate (246,1) Introduction Be extre mely careful and prevent inju ry to yourself and others or damage to yo ur vehicle when using this manual for inspectio n and maintenance. If you are unsure about any procedure it descri bes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable and quali fied servi ce shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazd[...]

Black plate (247,1) Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda' s original equipment may perform mai ntenance. But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Deal er using genuine Mazda parts. Maintenance and Care Introduction 8-3 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page247 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:13 AM Form No.8DB2-E[...]

Black plate (248,1) Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) Follow Schedul e 1 if the vehicl e is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply . l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extend ed use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or other corrosive materials are used l Dri[...]

Black plate (249,1) q Schedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy , adjust Drive belts I Engine oil RRRR[...]

Black plate (250,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM Cabin air filter R R Chart symbols: I: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, fill up, or replace if necessary [...]

Black plate (251,1) q Schedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy , adjust Dri[...]

Black plate (252,1) Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I I Brake fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII Disc brakes IIII Drum brak[...]

Black plate (253,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicl e inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Aut horized Mazda Dealer or qualified servi ce technician as soon as possible. q When Refueling l Brake and clu[...]

Black plate (254,1) Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instruct ions only for items that are easy to perform. As explai ned in the Intr oduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service techni cian with special tools. Improper owne r maintenan ce duri[...]

Black plate (255,1) WARNING Do not per form maintenance work if you lack suf ficient know ledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the work. Have main tenance work done by a qualified technician: Perfo rming main tenance work on a vehicle is danger ous if not done prope rly. You can be seriously injured while per forming some ma[...]

Black plate (256,1) Engine Compartment Overview Battery Fuse block Engine oil dipstick Engine oil-filler cap Engine coolant reservoir W indshield washer fluid reserv oir Automatic transaxle fluid-lev el dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Cooling system cap 8-12 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Mazda2_8DB2-EA-[...]

Black plate (257,1) Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be performed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Refer to Introduction (page 8-2) for owner's r esponsibility in pr otecting your investment. q Recommended Oil U.S.A. an d CANADA Use SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Mazda Genu ine Oil is used in your Mazda vehicle. Mazda Genuine 0W -20 Oil is[...]

Black plate (258,1) 4. Pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and reinsert it fully . Full OK Low 5. Pull it out again and examine the level. The level is normal if it is between Low and Full. If it is nea r or below Low , add enough oil to bring the level to Full. CAUTION Do not add engine oil over Full. This may ca use engine damage. 6. Make sure [...]

Black plate (259,1) Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolan t reservoir at least once a year ― at the beginning of the winter season ― and before traveling where tem peratures may drop below freezing. Inspect the condition and connections of all cooli ng system and heater hoses. Replace any that are swo llen or deterio[...]

Black plate (260,1) NOTE If the “ FL22 ” mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, it is r ecommended to use Mazda Genuine FL22 engine coolant (page 8-4). If the coolant reservoir is empt y or new coolant is required frequently , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Brake/Clutch Fluid q Inspecting Brake/Clutc h Fluid Level WARNING If the [...]

Black plate (261,1) MIN fil l line Automatic transaxle Fluid (A TF) í q Inspecting Automatic transaxle Fluid Level The autom atic trans axle fluid level should be inspe cted regularly . Measure it as described below . The volum e of fluid changes with temperature. Fluid must be checked while idling the engine without driving a t normal operat ing [...]

Black plate (262,1) 5. Pull it out again. The proper fluid level is marked on the dipstick as follows. A B Full Low Full Low Fluid hot scale A When the vehicle has been driven and the fluid is at normal operating temperat ure, about 65°C (150°F), the level must be between Fu ll and Low . Fluid cold scale B When the engine has not been running and[...]

Black plate (263,1) W asher Fluid q Inspecting W asher Fluid Level WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservo ir: Using radiator antif reeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accide nt. Using Washer Fluid Without Anti-f[...]

Black plate (264,1) Body Lubrication All moving points of the body , such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricate d each time the engine oil is changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather . Make sure the hood's seconda ry latc h keeps the hood from openin g when the primary latc h is released. Wiper Blades [...]

Black plate (265,1) q Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked. Replace them . CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms and other compon ents, don't try to sweep the wiper arm by hand. 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the p lastic locki ng cli[...]

Black plate (266,1) CAUTION Ø Don't bend or discard th e stiffeners. You need to use them again. Ø If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade 's wipin g efficiency could be reduced. So don't use the driver 's side metal stiffeners on the passenger's side, or vice versa. Ø Be sure to reinstall the metal stiffeners in[...]

Black plate (267,1) CAUTION To prevent damage to the rear window l et the wiper arm down easily, do not let it slap down on the rear win dow. 3. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of the blade holder . 4. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade. CAUTION Do not bend or disc ard the stiffeners. Yo[...]

Black plate (268,1) Battery WARNING Wash hands after handling the batter y and related accessories: Battery pos ts, ter minals and related accessories contain lead and lead compou nds, chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause cancer and reproduct ive har m. Read the following precautions carefully before using the batter y or inspec tin[...]

Black plate (269,1) Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and spar ks away from open batter y cells : Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal batte ry ope ration, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Maintenance and Care Owner[...]

Black plate (270,1) NOTE Remove the battery cover before performing battery maintenance. q Battery Maintenance T o get the best service from a batte ry: l Keep it securely mounted. l Keep the top clean and dry . l Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. l Rinse off spilled electrolyte immedia[...]

Black plate (271,1) Tire s For reason s of proper perfor mance, safety , and better fuel economy , always maintai n recommended tire inflation press ures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. WARNING Using Differen t Tire T ypes: Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous. It could cause poo r han[...]

Black plate (272,1) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to check the tire condit ion every day , including whether the tires all look inflated properly . Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommend ed press ures for the best ride, ha ndling, and minimum tire wear[...]

Black plate (273,1) During rotation, inspe ct them for c orrect balance. Do not include (TEMPORAR Y USE ONL Y) spare tire in rotation. Forward Also, inspe ct them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combinati on of the foll owing: l Incorrect tire pressure l Improper whee l alignment l Out-of-balance wheel l Seve[...]

Black plate (274,1) If a tire wears evenly , a wear indi cator will appear as a soli d band across the tread. Replace the tire when this happens . New tread T read wear indicator W orn tread Y ou should replace the tire before the band cross es the entire tread. NOTE T ires degrade over time, even when they ar e not being used on the r oad. It is r[...]

Black plate (275,1) q Replacing a Wheel WARNING Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle: Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous. Braking and handlin g could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident. CAUTION Ø A wrong-sized wheel may adversely affect: Ø Tire fit Ø Wheel and bearing life Ø Ground clea rance Ø Snow-ch[...]

Black plate (276,1) Light Bulbs Headlights Front turn signal lights Overhead light Side turn signal lights Parking lights/Front side- marker lights Fog lights High-mount brake light Rev erse lights Luggage compartment light Rear turn signal lights Some models. License plate light Brake lights/T aillights (Rear side-marker lights) 8-32 Maintenance a[...]

Black plate (277,1) WARNING Never touch the glass por tion of a halogen bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around the bulb s: When a halogen bulb br eaks, it is dangerous. These bulb s conta in pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will explod e and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass.[...]

Black plate (278,1) 5. Detach the electrica l connect or from the sealing cover by pulling it to the rear . 6. Detach the sealing cover from the bulb. Sealing cov er 7. Unhook the bulb retaining spring. 8. Swing the retaining spring out and away to free the headlight bulb. 9. Carefully remove the headlight bulb from the socket by pulling it straigh[...]

Black plate (279,1) Fog light bulbs í 1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the headlight switch is off. 2. Turn the screw counterclockwise and remove it, and then partially peel back the mudgu ard. 3. Disconnect the electrical connect or from the bulb by pressing the tab o n the connect or with your finger and pulling the connector . 4. [...]

Black plate (280,1) 4. Remove the bulb by pushing it in slightly and turning it counterclockwise. 5. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. Parking lights/Front side-marker lights 1. If you are changing the right bulb, start the engine , turn the steering wheel all the way to the left, and turn off engine. If you are c[...]

Black plate (281,1) Side turn signal lights 1. Make sure the ignition is switched off, and the turn signal switch is off. 2. Slide the unit as shown in the figure to remove it. 3. Detach the electrica l connect or from the unit by pulling it outward. 4. Install the ne w side turn signa l unit in the reverse order of the removal procedure. NOTE Bulb[...]

Black plate (282,1) Brake lights/T aillights (Rear side marker light s) Rear turn signal lights Reverse light s 6. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of the removal procedure. High-mount brake light Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedu re, the LED bulbs must be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer . NOTE LED bulb replacemen[...]

Black plate (283,1) q Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens wi th the flathead screw driver . 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. Edge 3. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of the[...]

Black plate (284,1) Fuses Y our vehicle' s electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspe ct the appropriate circuit protector . If a fuse has blown , the inside element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that syst em and consult an Authori zed Mazda Dealer as soon[...]

Black plate (285,1) 6. Reinstall the cover and make sure that it is securely installed. Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrica l components do not work and the fuses in the cabin are normal, inspect the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced. Follow these steps: 1. Make sure the ignition [...]

Black plate (286,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 FUEL HEA T ―― 2 FUEL PUMP 15 A Fuel pump 3 F.FOG 15 A Fog lights í 4 P/W 20 A Power windows 5 HORN 10 A Horn 6 EGI 10 A Engine control system 7 DSC-P 30 A DSC 8 DSC-V 20 A DSC 9 MAG 7.5 A Air conditioner 10 T AIL 15 A T a[...]

Black plate (287,1) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 18 ENG INJ 15 A Engine control system 19 ENG INJ2 ―― 20 H/L HI RH ―― 21 H/L HI LH ―― 22 DCDC3 ―― 23 H/L LO RH 15 A Headlight (RH) 24 H/L LO LH 15 A Headlight (LH) 25 AUDIO2 ―― 26 DSC-V2 ―― 27 HORN2 ―― 28 METER ―― 29 ROOM 15 A Overhead light 30 GLOW ―?[...]

Black plate (288,1) Fuse block (Left side) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 TCM ―― 2 ILLUMI 7.5 A Dashboard illumination 3 CIGAR 15 A Accessory Socket 4 MIRROR 7.5 A Power control mirror 5 M.DEF 7.5 A Mirror defroster í 6 S.W ARM ―― 7 A/C 7.5 A Air conditioner 8 F.WIP 20 A Front window wiper and washer 9 R. WIP 10 A Rear wind[...]

Black plate (289,1) How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paint work on your Mazda repres ents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint's protective properties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possib le damage, with tips on ho[...]

Black plate (290,1) q W ater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew , and even tap water can contain h armful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the min erals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damag e your vehicle's finish. Prevention It is necessar[...]

Black plate (291,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container direc tions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish W ashing CAUTION Ø When the wiper lever is in the AUTO pos ition and the ignition is switched ON, the wipers may move automat ically in the following cases: Ø If the windshi[...]

Black plate (292,1) CAUTION Ø Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergen ts containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plat ed or anod ized aluminum parts. This may da mage the protective coating; also, clean ers and detergents may discolor or deteriorate the paint. Ø To prevent damaging the antenna, remove it before[...]

Black plate (293,1) 2. Use a good grade of natural wax for metallic, mica, and solid colors. 3. When waxing, coa t evenly with the sponge suppl ied or a soft cloth. 4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth. NOTE A spot remover to remove oil, tar , and similar materials will usually also take off the wax. Rewax these areas even if the r est of the vehi[...]

Black plate (294,1) NOTE l Do not use a wir e brush or any abrasive cleaner , polishing compound, or solvent on aluminum wheels. They may damage the coating. l Always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels. Rinse the wheels thoroughly with lukewarm or cold water . Also, be sur e to clean the wheels after driving on dusty or salted r oads to[...]

Black plate (295,1) Interior Care WARNING Do not spray water in the cabin: Splashing water on electrical parts such as the audio unit and switches is danger ous as it could cause a malfunction or a fire. q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solution s such as perfume and cosm etic oils from contacting the dashboard. They'll damag e and disc[...]

Black plate (296,1) NOTE l Because genuine leather is a natural material, its surface is not uniform and it may have natural scars, scratches, and wrinkles. l T o maintain the quality for as long as possible, periodical maintenance, about twice a year , is r ecommended. l Sand and dust on the seat surface may damage the overcoat of the genuine leat[...]

Black plate (297,1) q Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with an oily , greasy , or waxy film, clean them with glass cleaner . Follow the directions on the container . CAUTION Ø Do not scrape or scratch the inside of the window glass. It could damage th e thermal filaments. Ø When washin g the inside of the window gla ss,[...]

Black plate (298,1) 8-54 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page298 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:14 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (299,1) 9 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ............................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ 9-2 Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... 9-7 Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) ... 9-10 Mazda Importer[...]

Black plate (300,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. W e are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda ve hicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the servi ce of your Mazda vehicle o[...]

Black plate (301,1) By letter at: Attn: Customer Assist ance Mazda North Ameri can Operations 7755 Irvi ne Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively , please help us by providing the follow ing information: 1. Y our name, address, and telephone number 2. Y ear and model[...]

Black plate (302,1) The whol e process normally takes 40 days or less. The arbitration decision is not binding on you or Mazda unless you accept the decision. For more information about BBB AUTO LINE, incl uding curren t eligibi lity standards, please call 1-800-955-5100 or visit the BBB website at www.lemon law.bbb.org. Being truly committed to cu[...]

Black plate (303,1) 6. Y ou are required to use BBB AUTO LINE before asserting in court any rights or remedies conferred by Calif ornia Civil Code Section 1793.22. Y ou are also required to use BBB AUTO LINE before exercising rights or seeki ng remedies created by T itle I of the Magnus on-Moss W arranty Act, 15 U.S.C. sec. 2301 et seq. If you choo[...]

Black plate (304,1) 10. Y ou may reject the decision issued by a BBB AUTO LINE arbitrat or . If you reject the decision, you will be free to pursue further legal action. The arbitrator's decision and any findings will be admissible in a court ac tion. 1 1. If you accept the arbitrator's decision, Mazda will be bound by the decision, and w[...]

Black plate (305,1) Customer Assistance (Canada) q Satisfaction Review Process Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the know ledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experi ence, any questions, problems, or complaint s regarding the operation of your Mazd[...]

Black plate (306,1) Please recogniz e that the resolution of servi ce problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer's service facilities, personnel and equipment . W e urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence for most effective results. q Mediation/Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolve[...]

Black plate (307,1) CAMV AP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories. Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program should contact the Provincial Administrator at 1 (800) 207-0685, or by contacting the Canadian Moto r V ehicle Arbitration Plan Office at: Canadian Moto r V ehicle Arbitration Plan 235 Y orkland Boulev[...]

Black plate (308,1) Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the servi ce of your Mazda vehicle or servicing[...]

Black plate (309,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda Nort h American Operations 7755 Irvi ne Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-199 0 (outside U.S.A.) q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 55 V ogell Road, Rich mond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3K5 Canada TEL: 1 (800) 263-[...]

Black plate (310,1) W arranties for Y our Mazda l New V ehicle Limited W arrant y l Powertrain Limited W arranty l Safety Restra int System Limi ted W arranty l Anti-perforation Limited W arrant y l Federal Emission Control W arranty/Califor nia Emis sion Control W arranty l Emission Def ect W arranty l Emission Perform ance W arrant y l Emission C[...]

Black plate (311,1) Outside the United States and Canada Government regulations in the United States and Canada require that automobiles meet specific emi ssion regul ations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United State s, its territories , and Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may m[...]

Black plate (312,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicl e t[...]

Black plate (313,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet speci fic emi ssion regulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicl e to receive satisfactory servic[...]

Black plate (314,1) Registering Y our V ehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Registering your vehicl e in a forei gn country may be probl ematic depending on whether it meets the specific emission and safety standards of the countr y in which the ve hicle will be driven. Consequen tly , yo ur vehicle may require modificatio[...]

Black plate (315,1) Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicl e, 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 systems;[...]

Black plate (316,1) Cell Phones W arning WARNING Please comp ly with the legal regulati ons concerning the use of comm unication equipment in vehicles in your Stat e or Province: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the dr iver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.[...]

Black plate (317,1) Event Data Recorder (U.S.A. and Canada) This vehicle is equipped with an event data record er (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash- like sit uations, such as an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in understanding how a vehicle ’ s systems performed. Th[...]

Black plate (318,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This informat ion relat es to the tire gradi ng system developed by the U.S. National Highway T raffic Safety Administration for gradi ng tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance. q T read W ear The tread wear g rade is a compa rative rating based on the wear rate of [...]

Black plate (319,1) WARNING Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded: Driving with imprope rly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerou s. Exc essive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either sep arately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. The temperat ure grade for this tire is [...]

Black plate (320,1) Tir e Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place stand ardized infor mation on the sidewall of all tir es. This information identifies and descri bes the fundamental characteri stics of the tire and also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recal l. q Information[...]

Black plate (321,1) 1 1. Max. load rating 12. T read wear, traction and temperature grades 13. Max. perm issible infl ation press ure 14. SAFETY W ARNING P215/65R15 95 H is an ex ample of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tir e size and load ind[...]

Black plate (322,1) H “ H ” is the speed rating. The speed rating de notes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated. Letter Rating Speed Rating Q 99 mph R 106 mph S 1 12 mph T 118 mph U 124 mph H 130 mph V 149 mph W 168 * mph Y 186 * mph * For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use t[...]

Black plate (323,1) T read W ear , T raction and T emperature Grades T read wear: The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. Fo r example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as[...]

Black plate (324,1) q Information on T emporary Tire s Please refer to the sample below . 1. T emporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in milli meters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index & speed symbol T1 15/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Her e is an explan at[...]

Black plate (325,1) 70 “ 70 ” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tir e's ratio of height to width. D “ D ” is the tire const ruction symbo l. D indicates “ diagonal ply constructi on ” . 16 “ 16 ” is the wheel rim diameter in inches. 90 “ 90 ” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates[...]

Black plate (326,1) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) Y ou will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information on the driver's side B- pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame. SAMPLE q Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure On the tire label you will find the recommend ed tire [...]

Black plate (327,1) WARNING Always chec k the tire inflation press ures on a regular basis acco rding to the recommended tire inflation press ure on the tire label and in conjun ction with the information in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is da ngerous. Under-inflation is the most common cause of failu res [...]

Black plate (328,1) q Glossary of T erms Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry . Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidew all of each tire provi ding information about the tire brand and manufacturing plant , tire size, and date of manufacture.[...]

Black plate (329,1) Tir e Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenanc e can cause tir es to wear a bnormally . Here are some importan t mai ntenance points: q Tir e Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and minimum[...]

Black plate (330,1) q Replacing a Tire WARNING Always use tires that are in good condition: Driving with worn tires is danger ous. Reduced braking, steering, and traction could result in an accident. If a tire wears evenly , a wear indi cator will appear as a solid band across the tread. Replace the tire when this happens . New tread T read wear in[...]

Black plate (331,1) CAUTION If you feel a sudd en vibration or ride dist urbance while driving or you suspect your tire or vehicle has been damaged, immediately reduce your speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop and inspect the tire for damage. If the tire is under- inflated or damaged , defla te it, remove the tire [...]

Black plate (332,1) V ehicle Loading WARNING Do not tow a traile r with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could res ult in vehicle damage. This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle, to keep your loade[...]

Black plate (333,1) Base Curb W eight is the wei ght of the vehicle including a full tank o f fuel and all standard eq uipment. It does not include passenger s, car go, or optiona l equipment . V ehicle Curb W eight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. P A YLO AD Payload is the com[...]

Black plate (334,1) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo W eight incl udes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipm ent. The cargo weight limit decreas es depending on the numbe r of vehicle occupants. The cargo weight limit can be calcul ated by subtractin g the total weight of the vehicle occupant s from the “ combinati on w[...]

Black plate (335,1) Examples: Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg (150 lbs) , and a value of 385 kg (849 lbs) for the “ combinati on weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed ” : The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ 68 kg (150 lbs) = 317 kg (699 lbs) The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg (8[...]

Black plate (336,1) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certifi cation Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injur y as a resu lt of substandard vehicle handling, per formance, engine, transmission and/or structural damag e, serious damage to the vehicle, or loss of co[...]

Black plate (337,1) GCW GCW (Gross Combination W eight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW). GCWR (Gross Combination W eight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specif[...]

Black plate (338,1) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit- (1) Locate the statement “ The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs. ” on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehic[...]

Black plate (339,1) Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notify ing Mazda Mo tor Corporation (Y our Mazda Importer/Distributor). If NHTSA receiv[...]

Black plate (340,1) Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian custo mers who wish to report a safety-related defect to T ransport Canada, Def ect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact T ransport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASF AD, Place de V ille T ower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K[...]

Black plate (341,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are avail able for owners who wish to do some of their own mai ntenance an d repair . When reques ting any of our public ations through an Authorized Mazda Deal er , refer to the chart below . If they do not have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.[...]

Black plate (342,1) 9-44 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page342 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:14 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (343,1) 10 Specifications T echnical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers .............................. ................................. 10-2 V ehicle Information Labels ............... ...................................... 10-2 Specifications .............................. ............................................[...]

Black plate (344,1) V ehicle Information Labels q V ehicle Identification Number The vehicl e identifi cation numbe r legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. q Motor V ehicle Safety Standard Label q Chassis[...]

Black plate (345,1) q Tir e Pressure Label q Engine Number Forward Identification Numbers 10-3 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page345 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:14 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (346,1) Specifications q Engine Item Specification T ype DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore × Stroke 78.0 × 78.4 mm (3.07 × 3.09 in) Displacement 1,498 ml (1,498 cc) Compression ratio 10.0 q Electrical System Item Classification Battery 12V -50Ah/20HR or 12V -65Ah/20HR Spark-plug number Mazda Genuine spark plug ZJY6-18-1 10 or Z6B7-18[...]

Black plate (347,1) q Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity Engine oil W ith oil filter replacement 3.9 L (4.1 US qt, 3.4 Imp qt) W ithout oil filter replacement 3.7 L (3.9 US qt, 3.3 Imp qt) Coolant Manual transaxle 5.1 L (5.4 US qt, 4.5 Imp qt) Automatic transaxle 5.4 L (5.7 US qt, 4.8 Imp qt) Manual transaxle oil 2.91 L (3.07 US qt, [...]

Black plate (348,1) q Light Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb Category W attage ECE R (SAE) Headlights 60/55 ― (HB2) Front turn signal lights 21 PY21W ( ― ) Parking lights (Front side-marker lights) 5 W5W ( ― ) Fog lights í 55 H1 1 (H11) Side turn signal lights *1 5 WY5W ( ― ) High-mount brake light LED *2 ― ( ― ) Rear turn signal lights[...]

Black plate (349,1) Lug nut tightening torque When install ing a tire, tighten the lug nut to the following torque. 88 ― 118 N·m (9 ― 12 kgf·m, 6 5 ― 87 ft·lbf) q Fuses Refer to Fuses on page 8-40. Specifications 10-7 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page349 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:14 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (350,1) Personalization Features The following “ Personalization Features ” are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Item Feature Factory Setting A vailable Settings Auto headlight on/off The headlight illumination on/off timing based on surrounding lightness/darkness can be changed Standard [...]

Black plate (351,1) 11 Index 1 1-1 Mazda2_8DB2-EA-13G_Edition1 Page351 W ednesday , June 5 2013 8:14 AM Form No.8DB2-EA-13G[...]

Black plate (352,1) A Accessory Socket ... ........................... 6-52 Add-On Non-Ge nuine Parts and Accessories ........................... ............ 9-17 Air Bag Systems ................... ............ 2-36 Antenna ............................................... 6-9 Anti-Lock Brake Sy stem (ABS) ......... 5-8 W arning light .............[...]

Black plate (353,1) D Defroster Mirror .................................... .. ... 5-58 Rear wind ow ........................... ... 5-58 Dimensions ........................... ............ 10-5 Door Loc ks ............. ............................ 3-7 Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-10 Driving on Uneven Road .................. 4-1 1[...]

Black plate (354,1) H Head Restraint .................................... 2-7 Headlights Control ........................... ............ 5-50 Flashing ........... ........................... 5-52 High-low beam .......................... 5-52 On reminder ............................ ... 5-51 Hood Release ........................ ............ 3-19 H[...]

Black plate (355,1) P Paint Damage .................................... 8-45 Parking Brake ......... ............................ 5-6 Parking in an Emergency ............... .. ... 7-2 Personalization Features ............... .... 10-8 Power Door Locks .............................. 3-8 Power Steering ...................... ............ 5-15 Power [...]

Black plate (356,1) T T ire Pressu re Moni toring System ...... 5-23 System error activa tion .............. 5-27 T ire press ure monitor ing system warning ligh t .............................. 5-25 T ires and wheels ......................... 5-27 T ires Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3 Inflation pressure ....................[...]