Mazda Speed6 (2006) manuale d’uso

Black plate (1,1) Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page1 Friday , July 15 2005 9:44 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (2,1) Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page2 Friday , July 15 2005 9:44 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (3,1) Thank you for choosing a Mazda. W e at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfact ion in mind. T o help ensure enjoya ble and trouble-free operation 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 [...]

Black plate (4,1) W e want to help you get the most drivi ng 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 m[...]

Black plate (5,1) Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page5 Friday , July 15 2005 9:44 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H 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[...]

Black plate (6,1) Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page6 Friday , July 15 2005 9:44 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (7,1) 1 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Interior , exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview ...... ..................................... ... 1-2 Exterior Overview ................................................ ...................... ... 1-4 1-1 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page7 Friday , Jul[...]

Black plate (8,1) The equipment and installation position varies by v ehicle. Refer to Navigation System at the end of the manual. Power window lock switch ...... .......................................................................... page 3-38 Power window switch ............................. ....................................................[...]

Black plate (9,1) Dashboard illumi nation ......................................... ............................................ page 5-23 DSC OFF switch ................................................... ............... ............................. page 5-18 Lighting control/T urn signa ls .................................................... ...[...]

Black plate (10,1) The equipment and installation position varies by v ehicle. Refer to Navigation System at the end of the manual. 1-4 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page10 Friday , July 15 2005 9:44 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (11,1) T runk lid .............................. ..................................................................... ......... page 3-29 Antenna .................................................. ............... ............................................ page 6-10 Rear wind ow defroster ..............................................[...]

Black plate (12,1) 1-6 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page12 Friday , July 15 2005 9:44 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

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 (Manually Operated Seats) ..... ................................ 2-2 Front Seats[...]

Black plate (14,1) Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) W ARNING Modification of the Front Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the up holstery or loosening any bolts is d angerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damag e the supplemental[...]

Black plate (15,1) Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forw ard and backward. q Seat Recline W ARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined posit ion while the vehicle is moving is dangerou s because you don't get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braki ng or[...]

Black plate (16,1) CAUTION When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while operating the lever . If the seatback is not supported, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury . q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) By moving the seat lever up or down , the [...]

Black plate (17,1) q Seat W armer í The front seats are electrica lly heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off. When the swi tch is in the ON position, the indicator light will come on. ON OFF NOTE The seat temperature is regulated automatically by a thermostat. Other than turning i[...]

Black plate (18,1) CAUTION l The seat-bott om power adjustment is operated by motors. A void extended operation because excess ive use can damage the motors. l T o prevent the battery from running down, avoid using the power adjustment when the engine is stopped. The adjuster uses a large amount of electrica l power . l Don't use the switch to[...]

Black plate (19,1) Change the seatback angle by pressing the front or rear side of the reclining switch. Release the switch at the desired position. q Height Adjustment Front height adjustment T o adjust the front height of the seat- bottom, rais e or low er the front of the slide lifter switch on the left side of the seat. Rear height adjustmen t [...]

Black plate (20,1) q Lumbar Support Adjustment T o adjust the lumbar support, pull the lever forward. q Head Restraint W ARNING Head Restraints Adjust ment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or remo ved is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck c ould be seriously injur ed in a collision. Always drive wi th the head [...]

Black plate (21,1) NOTE The seat temperature is regulated automatically by a thermostat. Other than turning it on or off, it cannot be adjusted. Rear Seat W ARNING Not Secu ring Luggage and Cargo: Not securi ng cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during sudden braking or a collision and cause injury. Make sure luggage an[...]

Black plate (22,1) 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 top is even with the top of the passenger's ears, never the passenger's neck. q Armrest The rear armre[...]

Black plate (23,1) 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/shoul der belts out of the way when not in use. The driver's seat belt[...]

Black plate (24,1) W ARNING One Belt, One Passenger: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous . A seat belt used in this way can 't spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed togeth er and seriously injur ed or even killed. Never use one belt for more than one person at a time and alway[...]

Black plate (25,1) q Emergency Locking Mode In the emergency locki ng mode, the belt remains comfortable on the occupant and the retractor will lock in position durin g a co llision. When the seat belt is fast ened, it will always be in the emergency locking mode until it is switch ed to automatic locking mode by pulling it all the way out to its f[...]

Black plate (26,1) Seat Belt (Except Center - Rear Position) NOTE When using the center-rear seat belt, refer to “ Center-Rear Position Seat Belt ” (page 2-18). q Fastening the Seat Belts 1. Grasp the tongue . 2. Slowly pull o ut the lap/shoulder belt. Tongue Belt 3. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click. Buckle Tongue W ARNI[...]

Black plate (27,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belts Depress the button on the buckle. Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly , have it inspected at an Authori zed Mazda Dealer . q Shoulder Belt Adjuster (Front Seat Belts) Adjust the height of the shoulder belt if the seat be[...]

Black plate (28,1) 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. In modera te or greater frontal or near- frontal accide nts, the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously . The pretension ers tak[...]

Black plate (29,1) W ARNING Pretensioner System Disposa l: Improper dispo sal of the prete nsioner system or a vehicle with non- deactivated pretensioners is dangerous. Unl ess all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner-equip[...]

Black plate (30,1) Center -Rear Position Seat Belt Before using the center-rear lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. (A) (B) q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the tongue (C). 2. Slowly pull o ut the lap/shoulder belt. 3. Insert the tongue (C) into the buckle (D) unti l you hear a click. (C) (D) (B) (A) W ARNIN[...]

Black plate (31,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle. Button q Unfastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Insert a small object such as a key in the anchor buckle (B) slot. (B) (A) NOTE T o encourage rear seat passengers to wear thei r seat belt s, we suggest leavi ng the center-rear lap position of the belt fastened at[...]

Black plate (32,1) Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough , even when fully extended, a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authori zed Mazda Dealer . This extend er will be only for y ou and for the particula r vehicle and seat. Even if it plugs into other seat belts, it may not hold in the critical m[...]

Black plate (33,1) Seat Belt W arning Light/ Beep The seat belt warning ligh t illuminates and a beep sound will be heard if the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. Conditions of operation Condition Result The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the[...]

Black plate (34,1) Front passenger seat The seat belt warning ligh t/beep reminds the front passenger to fast en the seat belt according to the chart below . Condition V ehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 km/h (0 ― 12 mph) 20 km/h (12 mph) or more Seat belt (Driver) Seat belt (Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing [...]

Black plate (35,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of chil d-restraint syst ems 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 regarding the safety of children ridi[...]

Black plate (36,1) W ARNING Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in veh icle accidents and sudden stops , a c hild must be properly rest rained using a seat belt or child -restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seri ously injured or even killed in an accident. Follow the Manufacturer '[...]

Black plate (37,1) W ARNING Front Passenger Seat Position: A front-facing child-restrai nt system should only be put on the front seat when it is unavoidable. Always move the seat as far back as possible, because the force of a deploying air bag could cause seri ous injury or death to the ch ild. Seating Childr en in a Child-Res traint System on th[...]

Black plate (38,1) W ARNING Children and Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bag s: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the side window, the a rea of the front passenger seat, front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy , even if a child-restrain t system is used, is da[...]

Black plate (39,1) 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 with rear-facing child- restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags. Some child-res traint systems now come with tethers and ther[...]

Black plate (40,1) 1. Secure the child-restraint 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. 2. T o get the retractor into the automati c locking mode, pull the shoul der belt portion of the seat belt until the enti re length of the bel[...]

Black plate (41,1) W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tethe r anchor to secure anythi ng but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tethe r or tethe r anchor and result in injur y . Use the tether an d tether anchor only for a child-restraint system. Incorrect Attachm ent of the T ether Stra[...]

Black plate (42,1) 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, even with a seat weight sens[...]

Black plate (43,1) W ARNING Rear-Facing Child-Restraint System: Rear-facing child-restraint systems on the front seat are particular ly dangerous. The child-restrai nt system can be hit by a deploying air bag and moved violently backward resul ting in serious injury o r death to the child. Even though you may feel assured that the front passenger a[...]

Black plate (44,1) q Front Passenger's Seat Child- Restraint System Installation 1. Slide the seat as far back as possible. 2. Secure the child-restraint 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. 3. T o get the retractor into the[...]

Black plate (45,1) W ARNING Seating a Child in a Child-Restrai nt System on the Front Pas senger Seat W ith the Front Passenger Air Bag Deactivation Indicator Light Not Illuminated: Seating a child in a child-restrai nt system install ed on the front passenger seat with the front passeng er air bag deactivation indicator light not illuminated is da[...]

Black plate (46,1) LA TCH Child-Restraint Systems Y our Mazda is equipp ed with LA TCH lower anchors for atta chment of specially designed LA TCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anc hors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger . Most LA TCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjuncti[...]

Black plate (47,1) q LA TCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Outboard Seats) 1. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LA TCH lower anchors . NOTE The markings above the LA TCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LA TCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restr[...]

Black plate (48,1) W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tethe r anchor to secure anythi ng but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tethe r or tethe r anchor and result in injur y . Use the tether an d tether anchor only for a child-restraint system. Incorrect Attachm ent of the T ether Stra[...]

Black plate (49,1) 2. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LA TCH lower anchors . NOTE The markings above the LA TCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LA TCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system. 3. Secure the child-restraint system using BOTH LA TCH lower anc[...]

Black plate (50,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side suppl emental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicator marks). They are located in: l The steer ing wheel hub (driver air bag) l The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) l The outboard sides of [...]

Black plate (51,1) W ARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerou s. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal, near front al or side forces that are at least moder ate. V ehicle oc[...]

Black plate (52,1) W ARNING Seating Position with Side and Cur tain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placi ng hands on them is extremely dangerous. The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expan d along the front door on the side the car is hit. Serious in[...]

Black plate (53,1) W ARNING Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are dangerous . Immediately after inflation, the infl ators in the steering whee l, dashboard, seatbacks, or the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge are very hot. Y ou could get burned. Don't touch the internal components of the air bag modules after the[...]

Black plate (54,1) NOTE l When an air bag deploy s, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released. Neither is likely to cause injury , however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction. l Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of i[...]

Black plate (55,1) Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplement al restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflator s and air bags. l The elect rical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the foll owing locations: l The steer ing wheel hub l The front passenger d[...]

Black plate (56,1) q Front Air Bag System Components (1) (6) (10) (7) (6) (9) (5) (4) (3) (2) (8) (1) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-46) (2) Front seats (3) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (4) Front air bag sensor (5) Front passenger air bag deactivati on indicator light (page 2-46) (6) Front seat belt prete nsioner and load limi[...]

Black plate (57,1) q Side and Curtain Air Bag System Components (3) (1) (1) (4) (2) (1) Side and curtain inflator s and air bags (2) Front seats (3) Crash sensors and diagno stic module (SAS unit) (4) Side crash sensor Essential Safety Eq uipment SRS Air Bags 2-45 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page57 Friday , July 15 2005 9:45 AM Form No.8U02-EC[...]

Black plate (58,1) How the Air Bags W ork q How the Front Air Bags W ork When air bag crash sensor s detect a front al impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the infl ation, the front air bags quickly d eflate. The front air bags will function[...]

Black plate (59,1) Front passenger seat weight sensors Y our vehicle is also equipped with the front passen ger air bag dea ctivation indicator light (page 2-32). These sensors are locat ed under both of the front passen ger seat rails. These sensors d etermine the total seate d weight on the front passenger seat. The sensors are also designed to p[...]

Black plate (60,1) The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions: T otal seated weight on the front passenger seat Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light Front passenger front and side air bags Front passenger seat belt pretensioner system Empty (Not occupied) * OFF OFF O[...]

Black plate (61,1) W ARNING Increasing the T otal Seated W eight on the Fron t Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated wei ght on the front passenger seat from the total seated weigh t of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous. The front passenger seat weight sensor s will detect[...]

Black plate (62,1) CAUTION l T o assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors in the front seat bottoms : l Do not place sharp object s on the front seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on them. l Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats. l T o allow the sensor s to function proper ly[...]

Black plate (63,1) q How the Side and Curtain Air Bags W ork When air bag crash sensor s detect a side impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the side and curta in air bags and after the inflation, the side and curta in air bags quickly deflate. The side and curtain air b[...]

Black plate (64,1) Front air bag activation A greater than moderate impact will cause the front air bags to inflate in the following cases: l Hitting a solid wall stra ight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph). l Hitting a curb, pavement edge or hard object. l Landing hard or the vehicle falling. l Frontal imp act within about a 30 degree rang[...]

Black plate (65,1) l Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provi de the stopp ing force necess ary for air bag deployment. Non-activation of front air bags Front air bags will not normally inflate in the follow ing cases: l Collision from the rear . l Impact to the side, but it may deploy the side and curtain air bags. l V e[...]

Black plate (66,1) l V ehicle roll-over may not provi de enough side force to deploy the side and curta in air bags. l Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side and curtain air b ags. Non-activation of side and curtain air bag The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases[...]

Black plate (67,1) A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, constantly illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Aut horized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. W ARNING Self-Servicin[...]

Black plate (68,1) W ARNING Air Bag Disposal: Improper dispo sal of an air bag or a vehicle wi th live air bags in it can be extremely dangerous. Unl ess all safety procedures are followed, injury can result. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of an air bag or how to scrap an air bag equipped vehicl e. NOTE If it becomes necessary[...]

Black plate (69,1) 3 Knowing Y our Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Advanced Keyl ess Entry and Start System .............................. .. 3-2 Advanced Keys í ..................................................... ............... .. 3-2 Operation Using Adva nced Keyless Functio[...]

Black plate (70,1) Advanced Keys í The adva nced keyless functions (advanced keyless entry and start system) enables the following operations while the advanced key is being carried (page 3-7). l Locking/unlocking the doors and the trunk lid without operating the key . l Starting the engine without operating the key . The adva nced key enables add[...]

Black plate (71,1) Y our Mazda has two kinds of keys. Panic b utton Auxiliary key Ke y code number plate Operation indicator light Unlock button Lock button Master key V alet key Here's what the keys are used for: Lock Operates Master key V alet key Ignition switch and steering column lock Y es Y es Driver's door Y es Y es Glove box Y es [...]

Black plate (72,1) CAUTION l Because the advanced key uses low -intensity radio waves, it may not function correctly under the following conditions: l The advanced key is carried with communicati on devices such as cellular phones. l The advanced key contacts or is covered by a metal object. l The advanced key is near electronic devices such as per[...]

Black plate (73,1) q Advanced Key Maintenance CAUTION l Make sure the battery is installed with the correct pole facing upward. Battery leakage could occur if it is not install ed correctly . l When replacing the battery , be careful not to bend the electrica l terminals or get oil on them. Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it c[...]

Black plate (74,1) 3. Insert a flath ead screwdriver into the crack and press the batt ery out. 4. Insert the new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing the ( ) mark on the cap. 5. Rotate and close the cap. Cap 6. Reinsert the auxiliary key . q Service If you have a problem with the advanced keyless funct ions, consult an [...]

Black plate (75,1) Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions q Operational Range The system operates only when the driver is in the vehicle or within operational range while the advanced key is being carried. NOTE When the battery power is low , or in places where there are high-intensity radio waves or noise, the operational range may become narr[...]

Black plate (76,1) NOTE l The trunk is out of the operational range, howe ver , starting the engine may be possible. l The engine may not start if the advanced key is placed in the following areas: l Around the dashboard l In the storage compartments such as the glove box l On the rear parcel shelf l Starting the engine may be possible even if the [...]

Black plate (77,1) T o unlock Driver's door request switch T o unlock the driver's door, press the request swi tch. A beep sound will be heard twice and the hazard warning lights will flash twice. T o unlock all do ors and the trunk lid, press the request switch again withi n 5 seconds and two more beep sounds will be heard. Front passeng[...]

Black plate (78,1) q Starting the Engine Ignition Swi tch Positions W ithout a traditional key , some of the ignition switch functions are different. Start knob LOCK(Released) The steer ing wheel locks to help protect against theft . LOCK(Depressed) The ignition switch can be turne d to the ACC posit ion when the KEY indicator light (green ) illumi[...]

Black plate (79,1) Starting the Engine NOTE l Engine-starting is con trolled by the spark ignitio n system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse elect rical field strength of radio noise. l The advanced key must be carried because the advanced key carries an immobilizer chip that[...]

Black plate (80,1) NOTE In the following cases, the KEY warning ligh t (red) illuminates and the engine will not start. l The advanced key battery is dead. l The advanced key is out of operational range. l The advanced key is placed in areas where it is difficult for the system to detect the signal (page 3-7). l A key from another manufacturer simi[...]

Black plate (81,1) CAUTION When leaving the vehicle, make sure the igni tion switch is turne d to the LOCK posit ion. NOTE l When turnin g the igni tion switch to the LOCK position, the ignition switch has to be pushed in from the ACC posit ion and turne d. Without being pushed in, the igni tion switch stops at the ACC position and the vehicle batt[...]

Black plate (82,1) T ransmitter Panic b utton Unlock button Lock button NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subje ct to the following two condit ions: (1) this device may not ca use harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfere nce received, including inte rference that may cause un[...]

Black plate (83,1) Panic but ton If you witness from a distance someone attempting to break into or damage your vehicle, p ressing the panic butt on will activate the vehicle' s alarm. NOTE The panic button will wor k whether any door or the trunk lid is open or closed. (T urning on the alarm) Pressing the panic button for 1 second or more wil[...]

Black plate (84,1) W arning and Beep Sounds q System Malfunction W arning Beep If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyless funct ion, the KEY warning light (red) in the instrument cluster illuminates continuously and beep sounds will be heard. CAUTION If the KEY warning light (red) remains illuminated, do not continue to drive the vehicle wit[...]

Black plate (85,1) q Request Switch Inoperable W arning Beep Under the following conditions, if the request swi tch for a front door or the trunk lid is pressed while the advanced key is being carried, a beep will be heard 3 times to indicate that the front doors and the trunk lid cannot be locked . l There is a separate advanced key in the vehicle[...]

Black plate (86,1) Setting Change (Function Customization) The foll owing function settings are possible. Settings can be changed for each registered advanced key . These settings can only be changed by an Auth orized Mazda Dealer . Setting Function At Initial Setting After Setting Change Advanced key battery dead indicator KEY indicator light (gre[...]

Black plate (87,1) User Mis-Operation W arning Indicators Under the following conditions, warning beeps are heard and a warning/indi cator light in the instrum ent cluster illuminates to noti fy the driver of improper operation of the advanced key to prevent theft of the vehicle (page 3-16). W arning condition Check When a door is open, a continuou[...]

Black plate (88,1) Keys W ARNING Keys and Children: Leaving child ren in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. These new kinds of keys are fascinating to children. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicl e move. Don't leave the keys in your ve[...]

Black plate (89,1) Key extend/retract method (Retractable type key) T o extend the key , press the relea se button. T o retract the key , press the relea se button and rotate the key into the holder . Keyless Entry System (with Retractable T ype Key) This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the trunk lid, and opens the power wi ndows. I[...]

Black plate (90,1) NOTE l The keyless entry system is desig ned to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions. l The system doesn't operate when the key is in the ignitio n switch. l Doors and the trunk lid cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door o r the [...]

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Black plate (92,1) CAUTION l Install the battery with the positive pole ( ) facin g down. Batter y leakage could occur if it is not installed correctly . l When replacing the battery , be careful not to bend the electrica l terminals or get oil on them. Also be careful not to get dirt in the transmitter as it could be damag ed. l There is the dange[...]

Black plate (93,1) NOTE If it is d ifficult to remove the battery by pressing wi th a finge r , use a small screwdriver to press out the batt ery . 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. Install the ke y to the transmi tter. q Ser[...]

Black plate (94,1) Door Locks W ARNING Unattended Chi ldren and Pets: Leaving a child or an animal unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather , temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death. Always take all children and animals with you or leave a responsible person with them. Keys and Chi[...]

Black plate (95,1) q Locking, Unlocking with T ransmitter (with Advanced Key) The doors can be locked /unlock ed by operating the keyless entry system transmitter, refer to Keyless Entry System (page 3-13). q Locking, Unlocking with T ransmitter (with Retract able T ype Key) The doors can be locked /unlock ed by operating the keyless entry system t[...]

Black plate (96,1) Locking, unlocking with key All doors and the trunk lid lock automatically when the driver's door is locked with the key . All doors and the trunk lid unlock when the driver's door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer . Lock Unlock NOTE Holding the key in the unlocked position [...]

Black plate (97,1) q Rear Door Child Safety Locks These locks are intended to help prevent children from accide ntally opening the rear doors. Use them both whenever 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 (98,1) q Locking, Unlocking with Request Switch (with Advanced Key) The trunk lid can be locked/unlocked by operating the request switch while carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle, refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7). q Locking, Unlocking with T ransmitter (with Advanced Key) The trunk lid can be loc[...]

Black plate (99,1) Opening the trunk lid Pull up on the handle. Closing the trunk lid Grasp the inner handle and pull the trunk lid down, then push the trunk lid down until it locks securely . Be careful not to slam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure d. Handle q T runk Security In some situations you may want to prevent the trun[...]

Black plate (100,1) T o cancel the security feature, inser t the master key into the lock, turn the key clockwise to the center position and remove it. With request switch (with advanced key) NOTE The trunk lid cannot be secured when any door or the trunk lid is open. T o secure the trunk lid, press the reques t switch on the trunk lid for about 3 [...]

Black plate (101,1) Inside T runk Release Lever Y our vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release lever that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking thei r cars, parents should be aware that chil dren may be tempted to play [...]

Black plate (102,1) q Opening the T runk Lid from the Inside Slide the inside trunk release lever in the direction of the arrow . The lever is made of material that will glow for hours in the darkness of the trunk following a brief exposure to ambient light. The insi de trunk release lever is located on the inside of the trunk lid. Open Power Windo[...]

Black plate (103,1) q Operating the Power Windows NOTE l Each passenger windo w can be operated with each door switch when the power window lock switch on the driver's door is in the unlocked position (page 3-38). l Each passenger windo w can also be operated by the power window master contr ol switches on the driver's door . Master contr[...]

Black plate (104,1) NOTE If the battery had been disconne cted during vehicle maintenance or for other reasons such as a switch is kept operating, the window s will not fully open and close automatically . Re- initialization of the automatic function on each passenger window cannot be performed using the master control switches. Carry out the follo[...]

Black plate (105,1) NOTE l The two-step down function cannot be cancel ed if the procedu re is not completed within the specified times, or the procedure is changed along the way . T o redo the procedu re, first turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position and proceed from the beginning. l If you are unable to cancel the function despi te doing th[...]

Black plate (106,1) NOTE l For engine -off operation of the power window , the switch must be held up firmly throughout window closure because the auto-closing function wi ll be inoper able. l The two-step down function is inoperable du ring engine-off operation. q Power Window Lock Switch W ith the lock switch in the unlocked position, all power w[...]

Black plate (107,1) Opening/Closing the Power Windows from Outside All window s can be opened or closed from outsi de the vehicl e after the doors and the trunk lid are closed. W ARNING Closing Power Windows: Closing power window s are dangerous. A person's hands, head, o r even neck could be cau ght by the window and result in serious injur y[...]

Black plate (108,1) q Auto-Opening Because nobod y likes getting into a very hot car, we have introduced a way to get a head start on cooling it, even before you put your seat belts on and insert yo ur key in the ignition. If you see the vehicl e is in a secure area, you can open the all windows as you approach the vehicl e to get the air moving be[...]

Black plate (109,1) 2. Turn the key toward the front and hold it. After the doors and the trunk lid are unlocked, the windows fully open automatically . Open T o stop this operation, turn the key to the center position , then turn it toward the front again. NOTE The window opening operation also can be stopped by turning the key toward the back. Ho[...]

Black plate (1 10,1) 2. Press the reques t switch on the driver's door and hold it. After the doors and the trunk lid are locked , the windows close while the request switch is pressed. Request switch Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap W ARNING Fuel Spray: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel spray is r[...]

Black plate (11 1,1) q Fuel-Filler Lid T o open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. Remote fuel-filler lid release q Fuel-Filler Cap T o remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. T o close the filler cap, turn it clockw ise until it clicks. Close Open CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is tightened securely . The check engine lig[...]

Black plate (1 12,1) Hood W ARNING Closed and Securely Locked Hood: A hood that is not closed and securel y locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is movin g and block the driver's vision which cou ld result in a serious accide nt. Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked. q Opening the Hood 1. With the vehi[...]

Black plate (1 13,1) Moonroof í The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position . T ilt switch Slide switch W ARNING Extending the Head or Arms Through the Moonro of: Extending the head, arms, or other parts of the body through the moonroof is dangerous. The head or arms cou ld hit something wh[...]

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Black plate (1 15,1) Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) The immo bilizer system allows the engine to start only with an advanced key the system recogni zes. 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. CAUTION l Radio equipment like this is go[...]

Black plate (1 16,1) q Operation Arming The system is armed when the ignition switch is turned from the ON position to the ACC or LOCK position. The security indicator light in the inst rument cluster flashes every 2 seconds until the system is disarmed. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position with the[...]

Black plate (1 17,1) q Maintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE l The advanced keys (including auxiliary key) carry a unique electronic code. For this reason, and to assure your safety , obtaining a replacement advanced key (including auxiliary key) requi res some waiting ti[...]

Black plate (1 18,1) Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) The immo bilizer system 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. CAUTION l Radio equipment like this is governed b[...]

Black plate (1 19,1) NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subje ct to the following two condit ions: (1) this device may not ca use harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interfere nce received, including inte rference that may cause undesired operation. l (CANADA) This device complies [...]

Black plate (120,1) NOTE l Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are needed. Bring all the existing keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. q Maintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE l The keys carry a unique electroni c code. For t[...]

Black plate (121,1) Theft-Deterrent System The theft -deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its conten ts from being stolen when all doors, hood, and trunk lid are locked. If forcible entry is attempt ed, the system sounds the horn and flas hes the hazard warning ligh ts. NOTE l The theft -deterrent system operates with the key or[...]

Black plate (122,1) q T o T urn off an Armed System An armed system can be turned off by any one of the following meth ods: l Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key . l Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmi tter . l Insert the key into the ignition switch and turn it to the ON posit ion. l (With advanced key) l Press a re[...]

Black plate (123,1) Steering Wheel W ARNING Adjusting the Steering Wheel: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerou s. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. Thi s can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering whee l while the vehicl e is moving. q Steerin[...]

Black plate (124,1) After adjus ting the mirror, lock the control by placin g the selec tor switch in the middle position . Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is flush wi th the vehicle. W ARNING Driving with Mirrors Folded In: Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is dangerous. Y our rear view will be restricted, and[...]

Black plate (125,1) W ARNING Blocked V iew: Cargo stack ed higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. It can block your view in the rearview mirror , which mig ht cause you to hit another car when changing lanes. Don't stack things high er than the seatbacks. Knowing Y our Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 3-57 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Pag[...]

Black plate (126,1) 3-58 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page126 Friday , July 15 2005 9:45 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (127,1) 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 (128,1) Fuel Requirements V ehicles with catalytic converters or oxy gen sensors must use ONL Y UNLEADED FUEL, which wi ll reduce exhaust emi ssions 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) Premium unleaded fuel 93 [(R+M)/2 method] or a[...]

Black plate (129,1) 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 vehicle to compl y with existing exhaust emi ssions requirements. W ARNING Parking Over Flammable Objects : Parking over or near anythi ng flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerou[...]

Black plate (130,1) NOTE While the engine is off, the sound of a valve opening and closi ng can be heard at the rear of the vehicle, however this does not indicate a n abnormality . Y our vehicl e has a self- checking device and it operates while the engine is off. 4-4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Mazdaspeed6_8U02-[...]

Black plate (131,1) Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) W ARNING Carbon Mono xide: Engine exh aust gas is dangerous. This gas contain s carbon monoxide (C O), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all window s fully open and contact an[...]

Black plate (132,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, ou tside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. l Inspect infl ation pressures and condition of tires. l Look under the vehicle for any sign of a leak. l If you plan to back up, make sure nothing is in your way . NOTE Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch fluid, was her fluid, and othe[...]

Black plate (133,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary , but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy , and life of your Mazda. l Don't race the engine. l Don't mai ntain one const ant speed, either slow or fast, for a long perio d of time. l Don't drive constantly at full-[...]

Black plate (134,1) Hazardous Driving W ARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces : Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control an d an accide nt. If it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces, be very ca[...]

Black plate (135,1) Winter Driving l Carry emergency gear, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of sand or salt. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions : l Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the radiator. Refer to Engine Coolant on page 8-15. l Inspect the battery and its cables. Co[...]

Black plate (136,1) Driving In Flooded Area W ARNING Driving with W et Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous . Increased stopping dist ance or the vehicle p ulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applyi ng[...]

Black plate (137,1) T urbocharger Information The turbocharger greatly enh ances engine power . Its advanced design provides better operation and requires minimum additional maintenance. T o get maximum performance from you r turbocharged engine , take note of the follow ing tips: l The turbocharged engine is desig ned for optimal operation with pr[...]

Black plate (138,1) T railer T owing The Mazdas peed6 is not designed for towing. Neve r tow a trailer with your Mazdaspeed6. 4-12 Before Driving Y our Mazda T owing Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page138 Friday , July 15 2005 9:45 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (139,1) 5 Driving Y our Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ............... ...................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch ......................................................... ................. 5-2 Starting the Engine .............................. ........................[...]

Black plate (140,1) Ignition Switch (With advanced key) NOTE When star ting the engine using the advanced key , refer to Starting the Engine (page 3-10). When star ting the engine with the auxiliary key , perform the following procedure. 1. Remove the auxiliary key from the advanced key (page 3-15). 2. Make sure the start knob is in LOCK position. [...]

Black plate (141,1) W ARNING Removing the Key: It's dangerous to remove the key from the ignition switch while the veh icle is moving. Removing the key allows the steering whee l to lock. Y ou will lose steering contro l and a serious accident could occur . Remove the key only when the vehicle is parked. Not Settin g the Par king Brake: Leavin[...]

Black plate (142,1) Starting the Engine NOTE Engine-starting is con trolled by the spark ignitio n system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse elect rical field strength of radio noise. 1. Occupants should fasten thei r seat belts. 2. Make sure the parking brake is on. 3. Depres[...]

Black plate (143,1) Brake System q Foot Brake Y our Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjus t automati cally through 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. W ARNING Coasting with the Engine Off: Continuing to coas[...]

Black plate (144,1) Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmly pull the parking brake lever fully upwards with a greater amount of force than is required so that the vehicl e holds in the stationary position. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull the parking brake lever upwards, then press the release b[...]

Black plate (145,1) NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminate d. W ARNING Brake W arning Light: Driving with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. It indicates that your brakes may not wor k at all or that they[...]

Black plate (146,1) 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 an Authoriz ed Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE When the engine is jum p-started to charge the [...]

Black plate (147,1) W ARNING Driving with W orn Disc Pads: Driving with worn disc pads is dangerous. The brakes could fail and cause a serious accident. As soon as you hear a screec hing noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Manual T ransaxle Operation q Manual T ransaxle Shift Pattern Neutral position The shift pattern of the transaxle is con[...]

Black plate (148,1) W ARNING Sudden Engine-Brak ing: Shifting dow n while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braki ng, which is dangerous . The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle con trol and an accident. Do not use sudden engine bra[...]

Black plate (149,1) Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is o ff or if the power steering system is inoper able, you can still steer, but it requi res more physical effort. If the steering feels rigid durin g normal driving, consul t an Authorized Mazda Dealer . CAUTION Never hold the steering whe[...]

Black plate (150,1) l Flashes when there are continually large differences between front and rear wheel rotat ion, such as when trying to pull away from an icy surface. If the A WD warning light illuminates: If the A WD warning light illuminates, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer . If the A WD warning light flashes: Park the vehicle in a safe plac[...]

Black plate (151,1) Cruise Control W ith cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km/h (19 mph). W ARNING Cruise Control Use: Using cruis e control in the following conditions cou ld cause you to lose control of the vehicle: l Hilly terrain l Steep inclines l Heavy or unsteady traffic l Slippery or wind[...]

Black plate (152,1) W ARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise contro l is dangerous as it may be switched on accidentally. This could result in loss of vehicle control. Keep the ON/OF F switch off when cruis e control is not in use. q T o Set Speed 1. Activate the cruise control syste m by pressing the ON/O[...]

Black plate (153,1) Y our vehicle has a tap-up feature that allows you to increase your curren t speed in increment s of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the RES/ ACCEL button. Mult iple taps will incre ase your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. l Accelerate to the desired speed. Press the SET/COA ST button and release it immedi at[...]

Black plate (154,1) q T o Resume Cruising Speed at More Than 30 km/h (19 mph) If some other method besid es the ON/ OFF switch was used to cancel cruising speed and the system is still activated, the most recent set speed will automati cally resume when the RES/ACCEL button is pressed. If vehicle speed is b elow 30 km/h (19 mph), increase the vehic[...]

Black plate (155,1) 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 (156,1) 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 5-7) and TCS (p[...]

Black plate (157,1) q DSC OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posit ion. It also comes on when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is switched off (page 5-19). If the light stays on when the TCS/ DSC is not switch ed off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Deal[...]

Black plate (158,1) Meters and Gauges When the ignition switch is in the ON position , the dashboard gauges illuminate . Speedometer .................................................. ................................................. ... page 5-21 Odometer, T rip Meter and Trip Meter Selector ............... ................................ ... pag[...]

Black plate (159,1) 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 between tri p meter A and trip met er B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed. T rip meter Odometer Selector Trip meter B Pre[...]

Black plate (160,1) The trip meter records the tota l distance the vehicle is driven unti l the meter is again reset. Return it to “ 0.0 ” by holdi ng the selector depressed for more than 1 second. Use this meter to measure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption. NOTE l Only the trip meters record tenth s of kilometers (miles). l The tr[...]

Black plate (161,1) q Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approxi mately how much fuel is in the tank. W e recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full. When the low fuel warning light illuminates or when the needle is near E, refuel as soon as possible. Low fuel warning light NOTE The direction of the arrow ( ) shown that the fuel-filler lid is on the lef[...]

Black plate (162,1) 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 5-26 Charging System W arning Light 5-27 Engine Oil Pressure W arning Light 5-28 Check Engine Light 5-28 ABS W arning Light 5-26 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner Sy[...]

Black plate (163,1) Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt W arning Light/Beep 5-29 Door-Ajar W arning Light 5-31 Low W asher Fluid Level W arning Light 5-31 A WD W arning Light 5-31 KEY W arning Light (Red)/KEY Indicator Light (Green) 5-31 Security Indicator Light 5-33 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-33 TCS/DSC Indicator Light 5-33 [...]

Black plate (164,1) q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following funct ions: Parking brake warnin g The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the ST ART or ON position. It goes off when the parking brake is fully released. Low brake fluid level warning If the light stays on after the parkin g b[...]

Black plate (165,1) 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 an Authoriz ed Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE When the engine is jum p-started to charge the [...]

Black plate (166,1) CAUTION Don't continue drivi ng when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpect edly . q Engine Oil Pressure W arni ng Light This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started. This warning light indicates[...]

Black plate (167,1) q Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arni ng Light If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is normal, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. After about 6 seconds it goes out. A system malfunction is indicated when the warning ligh[...]

Black plate (168,1) Belt minder NOTE The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder . Driver's seat The belt minder is a supplement al warning to the seat belt warning function. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON pos[...]

Black plate (169,1) q Door -Ajar W arning Light This warning light comes on when any door isn't securely closed. 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 A WD W arning Light This warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turn[...]

Black plate (170,1) KEY W a rning Light (Red) When illu minated l When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, it illumi nates momentarily and then goes out. l If any malfunction occurs in the advanced keyles s system, it illumi nates continuously . W ARNING KEY W arning Light: If the KEY war ning light remains illuminated, do not continu[...]

Black plate (171,1) NOTE The advanced key can be set so that the KEY indicator light (green ) does not flash e ven if the battery power is low . Refer to Setting Change (Function Customization)(page 3-18). q Security Indicator Light This indicator light starts flashing every 2 seconds when the ignition switch is turned from the ON to the ACC positi[...]

Black plate (172,1) q DSC OFF Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posit ion. It also comes on when the DSC OFF switch is pressed and TCS/DSC is switched off (page 5-19). If the light stays on when the TCS/ DSC is not switch ed off, take your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Deal[...]

Black plate (173,1) Beep Sounds q Seat Belt W arning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position , a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds . If the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph) , a beep sound will [...]

Black plate (174,1) Lighting Control q Headlights T o turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the end of the control lever. Switch Position Headlights Off Off On T aillights Parking lights License lights Dashboard illumination Off On On NOTE l If the light switch is left on, the lights will automati cally switch off 30 seconds after turni [...]

Black plate (175,1) q Headlight High-Low Beam Push the lever forward for high beam. Pull back to original posit ion for low beam. High beam Low beam q Flashing the Headlights T o flash the hea dlights, pull the lever fully toward you. The headlight switch does not need to be on, and the lever will return to the normal position when relea sed. q Hea[...]

Black plate (176,1) T urn and Lane-Change Signals q T urn Signal 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 conti nues to flash after a turn, manually return the lever to its origina l position. Right turn Left turn OFF [...]

Black plate (177,1) Windshield Wipers and W asher The ignition switch must be in the ON position. W ARNING Substitute W asher Fluid: Using radia tor antifreeze as was her fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the win dshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident. Use only windshield washer flui d or plai[...]

Black plate (178,1) V ariable-speed intermittent wipers Set the lever to INT and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring. OFF INT INT ring q Windshield W asher Pull the lever toward you and hold it to spray washer fluid. OFF W asher NOTE W ith the wiper lever in the OFF or INT position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever i[...]

Black plate (179,1) NOTE This defros ter is not designed for melting snow . If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window , remo ve it before using the defroster . Horn T o sound the horn, press around the mark on the steering whee l. Driving Y our Mazda Switches and Controls 5-41 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page179 Friday , July 15 2[...]

Black plate (180,1) Hazard W arning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway . The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash. NOTE l The [...]

Black plate (181,1) 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 (182,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. NOTE T o prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignitio n switch in the ACC position when the engine is not running. q Clearing the Air Inle[...]

Black plate (183,1) V ent Operation q Adjusting the V ents Directing airflo w 1. Press the upp er 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 condition er , mist may come out from the vents. This is not a sign of trouble but a result of humid air being suddenly [...]

Black plate (184,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode Defroster and Floor V ents Dashboard V ents Floor V ents Defroster V ents Dashboard and Floor V ents 6-4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page184 Friday , July 15 2005 9:46 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (185,1) Control Panel Climate contr ol information is displayed on the information display . q Control Switches AUTO switch By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically controlled in accordan ce with the set temperature: l Airflow tem perature l Amount of airflow l Selection of airflow mode l Outside/Recircu[...]

Black plate (186,1) OFF switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control syst em. T emperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counte rclockwise for cold. Fan control dial Fast Slow The fan has seven speeds . The selec ted speed will be displayed. Mode selec tor switch The desir ed airf[...]

Black plate (187,1) NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when system is off.) Air intake selector Outside or recirculat ed air position s can be selec ted. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air positions. Recirculated air position ( ) Use this posi[...]

Black plate (188,1) NOTE l Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faster rate. l When selec ting heat, the system will restrict airflow unti l it has warmed to prevent cold air from blowing out of the vents. q Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Press the windshield defroster switch. In this pos[...]

Black plate (189,1) Interior temperature sensor Interior Comfort Climate Control System 6-9 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page189 Friday , July 15 2005 9:47 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (190,1) Antenna q Detachable T ype T o remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. T o install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Install Remov e CAUTION T o prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a ca r wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead c learance. NOTE When le[...]

Black plate (191,1) q Radio Reception AM character istics AM signals bend around such things as buildings or mountains and bounce off the ionosphere. Therefore, they can reach longer distances than FM signals. Because of this, two stations may sometime s be picked up on the same frequency at the same time. Station 2 Station 1 Ionosphere FM characte[...]

Black plate (192,1) Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmi tter move in straight lines and become weak in valleys between tall buildings, mountains, and other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may change suddenly , resulting in annoyi ng noise. W eak signal noise In suburb an areas, broadcast sig[...]

Black plate (193,1) q Operating Tips for Cassette T ape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, capstans, and pinch rollers will gather oxide residue from cassette tapes. This can cause weak or wavering sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player. Use a good quality head- cleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to rem[...]

Black plate (194,1) q Operating Tips for In-Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD o r optical compo nents (prism and lens) in the In-dash CD changer may become cloude d with condens ation. At this time, the CD will eject immedi ately when placed in the unit. A clouded CD can[...]

Black plate (195,1) l A new CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perim eters. If a disc with rough edges is used, proper setting will not be possi ble and the In- dash CD changer will not play the CD. Remove the rough edges in advance by using a ball-point pen or pencil as shown be low . T o remo ve the rough edges, rub the side of the pe[...]

Black plate (196,1) l The In-das h CD changer ejects the CD if the CD is inserted upside down. Also dirty and/or defective CDs may be ejected. l The In-das h CD changer is specially made for 12 cm (5 in) CDs. An 8 cm (3 in) CD can be played in the In-dash CD changer if an 8 cm (3 in) CD adapte r is used. If an 8 cm (3 in) CD adapter is not used, th[...]

Black plate (197,1) l This unit can play MP3s with sampling frequencies of 16/22.05/24/ 32/44.1/48 kHz. l This unit can play MP3 files that h ave been record ed in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. Nonetheless, to insure enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality , it is recom mended to use discs that have been record ed at a bit rate of 128 k[...]

Black plate (198,1) 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 (199,1) Multi-session A session is the complete amount of data recorded from the beginning to the end of a single period of CD-ROM, CD-R/ CD- R W data recording. Multi-sessio n refers to the existence of data from two or more sessions on a single disc. Sampling Refers to the process of encodi ng analog audio data at regular intervals an[...]

Black plate (200,1) MEMO 6-20 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page200 Friday , July 15 2005 9:47 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (201,1) Audio Set Illustration is of a representativ e audio unit. Cassette T ape Player In-Dash CD Changer (Music CD/MP3 CD Player) In-Dash CD Changer (Music CD Player) Power/V olume/Sound Controls ................................................. ............................. page 6-22 Operating the Radio .............................[...]

Black plate (202,1) q Power/V olume/Sound Controls Power/V olume dial Audio control dial Power ON/O FF T urn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position . 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 from being discharged, do not leave the a[...]

Black plate (203,1) 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected funct ions as follows: Indication T urn Left T urn Right Select mode Decrease bass Increase bass Decrease treble Increase treble Shift the sound to the front Shift the sound to the rear Shift the sound to the left Shift the sound to the right OFF ON NOTE About 5 seconds after[...]

Black plate (204,1) q Operating the Radio Seek tuning button Scan button Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dial Satellite button* Band selector buttons *For reception of optional SIRIUS digital satellite radio. Used on vehicles equipped with the separately sold SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit. For information on use, read the manual accompan[...]

Black plate (205,1) Seek tun ing Pressing the seek tuning button ( , ) will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower freque ncy automatically . NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tun ing Press the scan button ( )t o automatically sample strong stations . Scanning stops at [...]

Black plate (206,1) q Operating the Cassette T ape Player í (one being played) APC button: (next program) Rewind button Repeat button Dolby NR button Program button Cassette tape eject button Fast-forward b utton Cassette tape play button Cassette tape insert Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open edge to the right and cassette tape wi ll be[...]

Black plate (207,1) NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignitio n switch is in the OFF position. Fast-forward/Rewind Press the fast-forward button ( )t o fast-forward. Press the rewind button ( ) to rewind. T o stop this operation and play the cassette tape, press the button again. NOTE When the cassette tape ends during fast- forward or[...]

Black plate (208,1) q Operating the In-Dash CD Changer í Fast-forward button Disc down button T rack down button T rack up button Scan button Channel preset buttons CD eject button CD slot Load button Rev erse button Disc up button Random button Repeat button CD play button (Music CD player) (Music CD/MP3 CD player) There are two types of In-dash [...]

Black plate (209,1) NOTE The CD will begin playback automatically after insertion. A CD cannot be inser ted while the display reads “ W AIT ” . A beeping sound can be heard durin g this waiting time. Simu ltaneously pressing the power/volume dial and the load button ( ) for about 2 seconds will turn this beepin g sound ON or OFF . Normal insert[...]

Black plate (210,1) NOTE (Music CD player) If the CD is not removed from the slot within approximately 10 seconds after ejection, it will be re- inserted automatically . Multiple ejecti on 1. Press and hold the CD eject button ( ) for about 2 seconds unti l a beep sound is heard. The “ DISC OUT ” display flashes. 2. Press the CD eject button ( [...]

Black plate (211,1) During MP3 CD playback T o change the disc, press the DISC button ( or ) for 1.5 second s or more during playback. Folder search (during MP3 CD playback) T o change to the previou s folder, press the folder down button ( ) for less than 1.5 seconds , or press the folder up butt on ( ) for less than 1.5 seconds to advance to the [...]

Black plate (212,1) (CD random) 1. Press the random butt on ( ) durin g playback, and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks in the CD randomly . “ RDM ” is displayed. 2. Press the butt on again to cancel the random play . Switching the display (Music CD/MP3 CD player) Each time the display butt on ( )i s pressed during[...]

Black plate (213,1) Display scroll (Music CD/MP3 CD player) Only 12 characters can be displayed at one time. T o displ ay the rest of the characters of a long title, turn the display feed dial ( ) to the right. Hidden titles can be scrolled into the display one character at a time. NOTE The displ ayable number of charact ers is limited. If the numb[...]

Black plate (214,1) q Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display , find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Indication Cause Solution CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down Insert the CD properly . If the error indication does not disappear , consult an[...]

Black plate (215,1) Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) 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 condit ions, the switches will be inoperable. l When the ignition switch is turne d to the LOCK position. l When[...]

Black plate (216,1) NOTE Cassette tape, CD changer, and SIRIU S digital satelli te radio modes cannot be selected in the following cases: l A cassette deck, CD changer , or SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit is not equipp ed on the audio system. l A cassette tape, or CD has not been inserted. q Seek Switch When lis tening to the ra dio Press the s[...]

Black plate (217,1) 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 l This CD player should not be adjusted or repai red by anyone except qualified service personnel. If serv[...]

Black plate (218,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Sun visor q V anity Mirrors T o use the vanity mirror, lower the sunvisor . The vanit y mirror light will illumi nate when you open the cover . Interior Lights q Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead[...]

Black plate (219,1) q Overhead Lights Front With moonroof Without moonroof Switch Position Front Overhead Lights Light off l Light on when any door is open l Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on Rear Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights Light off l Light on when any door is open l Light on or off when the illuminated entry system[...]

Black plate (220,1) Without moonroof Rear q Courtesy Lights T urns on when any door is open or the illuminated entry system is on. Courtesy light 6-40 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page220 Friday , July 15 2005 9:48 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (221,1) Information Display OPEN/CLOSE button (with na vigation system) AMB button (with outside temperature display ) TIL T button (with navigation system) CLOCK/CLK button SET button q Information Display Functions The infor mation display has the follow ing functions: l Clock l Ambient T emper ature Display (Outside T emperature Disp[...]

Black plate (222,1) q Clock When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position , the time is displayed. Time setting 1. Press the CLK button until a beep sounds, and “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” will be displayed. 2. Press the SET button to switch betwe en “ 12Hr ” an d “ 24Hr ” displays. The selected displ ay will flash. T o select the[...]

Black plate (223,1) q Climate Control Display The clima te control system status is displayed. T o operate the climate control system, refer to “ Climate Control System ” (page 6-2). q Audio Display The audio system status is displayed. T o operate the audio system, refer to “ Audio Sy stem ” (page 6-10). Lighter The ignition switch must be[...]

Black plate (224,1) CAUTION l Don't touch the metal part of the lighter, you may burn yourself. l Don't hold the lighter in because it will overhea t. l Don't use the lighter socket for plug- in access ories such as shaver s and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause elect rical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda ligh ter or the equ[...]

Black plate (225,1) q Rear T o remove, open the ashtray lid, grasp both sides of the ashtray and pull it out. Cup Holder W ARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liqui ds while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving. Don[...]

Black plate (226,1) q Front T o use the cup holder, open the center console by pressing the lower center part of its cover . q Rear The rear cup holder is on the rear center armrest. Bottle Holder Bottle ho lders are on the inside of the front doo rs. Bottle holder CAUTION Don't use the bottle holders for containers without caps. The contents [...]

Black plate (227,1) Storage Compartments W ARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. T o reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes close d when driving. CAUTION Don't leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage boxes while parked under the sun. A lighter could ex[...]

Black plate (228,1) q Glove Box T o open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Insert the master key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwis e to unlock. Unlock Lock q Center Console T o open, pull the lower release catch. Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid. T o open it, pull the upper release catch. 6-48 Int[...]

Black plate (229,1) Accessory Sockets The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position to prevent the battery from discharging. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equiva lent requiring no great er than 120 W (DC 12 V , 10 A). CAUTION T o prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following: l Don't [...]

Black plate (230,1) 5. Pass the plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket. Plug 6. Make sure the plug cord is running through the cap slot; reins tall the cap and turn it clockwise (about 45° to the opened position ). Plug cord 7. Set the plug cord into the slit of the tray mat and replace the tray mat. 6-50 Interior[...]

Black plate (231,1) 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 (232,1) Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway . The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depress the hazard warning flasher and all four turn signals will flash. NOTE l The [...]

Black plate (233,1) Spare Tir e and T ool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locat ions illustrated in the diagram. T ool bag Spare tire Jack Lug wrench Jack lev er T iedown e yelet In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7-3 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page233 Friday , July 15 2005 9:48 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (234,1) q Jack T o remove the jack 1. Open the trunk mat. 2. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. T o secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. q Spare Tir e Y our Mazda has a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire, and is designed only for emergency use and should be us[...]

Black plate (235,1) T o remove the spare tire 1. Remove the trunk mat. 2. Turn the tire wing bolt counterclockwise. W ing bolt T ire clamp 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 The vehicle beg[...]

Black plate (236,1) 1. Park on a level surface off the right-of- way and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Shift into Reverse (R) or 1 and turn off the engine . 3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher . 4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic. 5. Remove the jack, tool bag, and spare tire (page 7-3). 6. Block the w[...]

Black plate (237,1) W ARNING Incorrect Jack ing Position: Attempting to jack the vehicle in positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill some one. Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in this manual. Improper Jack: Using a jack that isn[...]

Black plate (238,1) q Locking Lug Nuts í If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and y ou must use a special key to unlock them. This key is atta ched to the lug wrench and is stored wi th the spare tire. Register them with the lock manufacturer by fillin g out the card provided in the glove box[...]

Black plate (239,1) 2. Mount the spare tire. 3. Install the lug nuts with the bevele d edge inward; tighten them by hand . W ARNING Don't Apply Oil or Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts : Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resul ting in an accide nt. In addi[...]

Black plate (240,1) W ARNING Loose Lug Nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. The whee l could wobble or come off. This could resul t in loss of vehicle control and cause a serious accide nt. Always securely and correctly tighten the lug nuts. Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have [...]

Black plate (241,1) Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicl e loses powe r , or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. W ARNING Electrical Fan and Engine Inspection: W orking near the electrica l cooling fan when it is running is dangerous. Y ou could be hit by the fan and seriously[...]

Black plate (242,1) 5. Make sure the cooling fan is operat ing, then turn off the engine after the temperature has decreas ed. 6. When cool, check the coolant level. If it's low , look for coolant leaks from the radiator and hoses. If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda [...]

Black plate (243,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine ). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ST AR T position and hold it there ― for up to 10 seconds. If the engine starts, release the key and acce[...]

Black plate (244,1) 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. W ARNING Follow Thes e Precautions Carefully: T o ensure safe and correct hand ling of the battery, read the f[...]

Black plate (245,1) W ARNING Keep Flame s A way: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous . Hydrogen gas, produced during norma l battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explod e. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep a ll flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. [...]

Black plate (246,1) Booster battery Jumper cables Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in rev erse order. Discharged battery 1. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 2. If the boost er battery is in another vehicle, d on't allow both vehicl es to touch. Turn off the engine of the vehicle [...]

Black plate (247,1) Push-Starting W ARNING T owing a V ehicle to Start It: T owing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured. Never tow a vehicl e to start it. CAUTION Do not push-start a v ehicle that has a manual trans[...]

Black plate (248,1) 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 necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Particularly when tow ing a A WD v ehicle, where all the wheels are connected to the drive train, proper transporting of the vehicl[...]

Black plate (249,1) W ARNING T owing a A WD V ehicle: T owing a A WD vehicle with either the front or rear wheels on the ground is dangerous as the drive trai n could be damaged, or the vehicle could trail away from the tow truck and cause an accident. Always tow a A WD vehicl e with all four wheels off the ground. If the drive train has been damag[...]

Black plate (250,1) Rear CAUTION The cap cannot be completel y removed. Do not use excessive force as it may damage the cap or scratch the painted bumper surfa ce. 3. Securely install the tied own eyelet using the lug wrench. Front Lug wrench Rear Lug wrench 4. Hook the tyin g rope to the tiedown eyelet. Front Rear 7-20 In Case of an Emergency Emer[...]

Black plate (251,1) CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securely tightened, it may loosen or disen gage from the bumper when tying down the vehicle. Make sure that the tiedown eyelet is securely tightened to the bumper . Recreational T owing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a moto rhome. The trans axle is not[...]

Black plate (252,1) 7-22 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page252 Friday , July 15 2005 9:48 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (253,1) 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction ............................................. ..................................... 8-2 Introduction ............................................. .................................. 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance .............................................[...]

Black plate (254,1) Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent inju ry to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspectio n and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we stro ngly urge you to have a reliable and quali fied service shop perfor m the wor k, preferably an Autho rized [...]

Black plate (255,1) Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedul e 1 if the vehicle is operat ed mainly where none of the following conditions apply . If any do apply , follow Schedule 2 (Cana da and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2). l Repeated short -distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extend ed use of brakes l Driving in[...]

Black plate (256,1) 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 Audible inspect every 120,000km (75,000miles), if noisy , adjust Drive belts (tension) I Engine [...]

Black plate (257,1) 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 (if equipped) Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months Chart symbols: I: Inspect and rep[...]

Black plate (258,1) 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 Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy , adjust Dri[...]

Black plate (259,1) 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 and clutch fluid level IIIIIIIIIIII Disc brakes III[...]

Black plate (260,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicl e inspections at the indicated inte rvals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Aut horized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. q When Refueling l Brake and clu[...]

Black plate (261,1) 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 Introduction (page 8-2), several procedu res can be done only by a qualified service techni cian with special tools. Improper owne r maintenance durin[...]

Black plate (262,1) NOTE Once the engine coolant exceeds a preset temperature, an electrical cooling fan turns on. It will continue running for about 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to off. 8-10 Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page262 Friday , July 15 2005 9:48 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (263,1) Engine Compartment Overview Cooling system cap Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Engine oil-filler cap Battery Fuse block Air filter Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 8-1 1 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page263 Friday[...]

Black plate (264,1) Engine Oil q Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil. Oil container label s provide important information. A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. U.S.A. an d CANADA (ILSA C) Only use oils “ Certified For Gasoline Engines ” by the Amer[...]

Black plate (265,1) The quali ty designatio n SL, or ILSAC must be on the label. –30 –20 –10 0 10 20 30 40 50 –20 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 5W-30 q Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. W arm up the en gine to normal operating tem perature. 3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return t[...]

Black plate (266,1) Changing engine oil W ARNING Checking or Changing Engine Oil: Hot engine oil is dange rous. If the engine has been running, the engine oil becomes very hot. Y ou could be seriously burned. Don' t check or change the engine oil when the engine is hot. 1. W arm up the en gine for a few minutes and turn it off. Remove the oil-[...]

Black plate (267,1) Engine Coolant q Inspecting Coolant Level W ARNING Hot Engi ne: A hot engine is dangerous . If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compa rtment can become very hot. Y ou could be burned. Carefu lly inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it. Do not use a match or live flame in the engine[...]

Black plate (268,1) CAUTION Radiator coolant will damage paint. Rinse it off quickly if spilled. If the coolant reservoir is empt y or new coolant is required frequently , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. q Changing Coolant Change c oolant according to Sc heduled Maintenance (page 8-3). CAUTION l Use only soft (demineralized) water in the coolan[...]

Black plate (269,1) T o change coolant W ARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap: Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is runn ing or ho t is dangerous. This might lead to cooling system and engine damage and could result in serious injury from escapi ng hot coolant or steam. Turn off the engine and wait until it's cool. Even then, [...]

Black plate (270,1) Brake/Clutch Fluid q Inspecting Brake/Clutc h Fluid Level The brakes and clutch draw fluid from the same reservoir. Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir regularly . It should be kept at MAX. The level normally drops with accumulated distance, a condition associated with wear of brake and clutch linings. If it is exce ssively[...]

Black plate (271,1) Power Steering Fluid q Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION T o avoid damage to the power steering pump, don' t operate the vehicle for long periods when the power steering fluid level is low . NOTE Use speci fied power steering fluid (page 10-3). Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir at each engine oil change w[...]

Black plate (272,1) Inspect flui d level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary . T o inspect the washer fluid level in the front reser voir , pull off the cap. Then, holding y our thumb over the hole in the center of the cap, lift it straight up. The fluid level can be seen from the fluid column in the pipe. Add fluid if necess ary [...]

Black plate (273,1) Air Filter CAUTION Don't drive without an air filter. This could resul t in excess ive engine wear . This air filter may be cleaned with compressed air and reused, or replaced, depending on its condition. Unless it is very dirty , simply shake it to remove foreign pa rticles. Each time you inspect it, wipe insid e the air c[...]

Black plate (274,1) Wiper Blades CAUTION l Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean wi ndows. l T o prevent damage to the wiper blades, don't use gasoline, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them . Contamination of either the windshield or the blades with foreign [...]

Black plate (275,1) 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the met al support. Metal support Ta b 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from the blade rubber and install them in new blades. CAUTION l Don't bend or discard the stiffeners. Y ou need to use them again. l If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade's w[...]

Black plate (276,1) Battery W ARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminal s and related access ories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. W ash hands after handlin g. Follow Thes e Precautions Carefully: T o ensure safe and correct hand ling of the batt[...]

Black plate (277,1) W ARNING Keep Flame s A way: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous . Hydrogen gas, produced during norma l battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explod e. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep a ll flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells. [...]

Black plate (278,1) Tire s For reason s of proper performance , safety , and better fuel economy , always maintai n recommended tire inflation press ures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. W ARNING Using Different Tire T ypes: Driving your vehicl e with different types of tires is dangerous . It could cause poor ha[...]

Black plate (279,1) NOTE l Always check tire pressure when tires are cold. l W arm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. l Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy , uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause se[...]

Black plate (280,1) q Replacing a Tire W ARNING W orn Tires: Driving with worn tires is dangerous . Reduced braking, steer ing, and traction could result in an accident. Always use tires that are in good condition. If a tire wears evenly , a wear indicator will appear as a soli d band across the tread. Replace the tire when this happens . New tread[...]

Black plate (281,1) CAUTION l Don't use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim. l The temporary spare tire has a tread life of less than 5,000 km (3,000 miles). The tread life may be shorter depending on driving conditions. l The temporary spare tire i[...]

Black plate (282,1) Light Bulbs Overhead light/Map lights Fog lights High-mount brake light Trunk light Brake lights/Taillights Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights Parking lights Front turn signal lights Headlights (Low beam) Headlights (High beam) Courtesy lights License plate lights Side-marker lights Taillights The equipment and installation [...]

Black plate (283,1) W ARNING Xenon Fusion Bulb Replacement: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusio n bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an elect ric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly. Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement i[...]

Black plate (284,1) 3. Turn the cen ter section of the plastic retainers counterclockwise and remove them, and partially peel back the mudguard. Remov al Installation 4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Brake lights/T aillights, Rear turn signal lights 1. Pull the center secti[...]

Black plate (285,1) Rear turn signal lights 4. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of remova l. NOTE T o replace the bulb, co ntact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Reverse light s, T aillights 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers, then remove the trunk rear trim. Installation Remov al 2. Turn the socket and[...]

Black plate (286,1) q Replacing Interior Light Bulbs Overhead light /Map lights (Front) 1. Remove the screws. 2. Wrap a flat head screwdri ver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently inser t it in the overhead light as shown in the figure, and then remove the overhea d light unit. 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclock[...]

Black plate (287,1) Courtesy lights, V anity mirror lights 1. Wrap a smal l 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. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. Edge Courtesy lights V anity mirror lights Edge 3. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of r[...]

Black plate (288,1) Fuses Y our vehicle' s electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspe ct the appropr iate 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 soo[...]

Black plate (289,1) Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrica l components do n't work and the fuses in the cabin are OK, inspe ct the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be repla ced. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches. 2. Remove the fuse block cover . 3.[...]

Black plate (290,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 SP ARE 20A ― 2 SP ARE 15A ― 3 SP ARE 10A ― 4 M DEF 7.5A Mirror defroster í 5 ―― ― 6 INJ 15A PCM 7 ENG BAR 15A O 2 Sensor , EGR control valve 8 ENG BB 5A W aste gate solenoid, Cooling fan 9 HEAD LR 15A Headlight-lo[...]

Black plate (291,1) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 18 ―― ― 19 IG KEY 1 30A Engine control, SAS, Instrument cluster, Lighter 20 P.WIND 30A Power windows 21 FUEL PUMP 30A Fuel pump 22 INJ DRIVE 30A Injector 23 ―― ― 24 BLOWER 40A Blower motor 25 BTN 40A Overhead light, Power door lock 26 IG KEY 2 40A Wiper and washer , Climat[...]

Black plate (292,1) Fuse block (Driver's side kick-panel) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 P.WIND IG 30A ― 2 P.WIND 20A ― 3 D.LOCK 30A Power door lock 4 CIGAR 15A Lighter 5 MIRROR 5A Power control mirror, Audio system 6 METER ACC 5A Auto light off unit 7 R.CIGAR 15A Accessory socket 8 SP ARE 10A ― 9 ENGINE IG 15A Engine con[...]

Black plate (293,1) How to Min imize 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 h[...]

Black plate (294,1) q W ater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew , and even tap wat er can contain h armful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damag e your vehicle's finish. Prevention It is necessar[...]

Black plate (295,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container direc tions when using a chemical cleane r or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish W ashing T o help protect the finish from rust and deterioration, wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently , at least once a month, wi th lukewarm or cold water . If the veh[...]

Black plate (296,1) Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, a nd similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately . When prompt washing with plain wat er is ineffective, use a mild soap made for use on vehicl es. Thoroughly rinse off all soap with lukewarm or cold water . Don't allow soap to dry on the fini[...]

Black plate (297,1) CAUTION Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or stro ng detergents contai ning highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrom e- plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration. q Underbody Maintenance Road che micals and salt used for ice[...]

Black plate (298,1) Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solution s such as perfume and cosm etic oils from contacting the dashboard. They'll damag e and discolor it. If these solutions get on the dashboard, wipe them off imm ediately . CAUTION Do not use glazing agents . Glazing ag ents contain ingredients which may cause dis[...]

Black plate (299,1) 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 Don't scrape or scratch the inside of the rear windo w . Y ou may damage the rear window defros ter grid. Maintenance and Care Appearance Care 8[...]

Black plate (300,1) 8-48 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page300 Friday , July 15 2005 9:49 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (301,1) 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) ........... 9-4 Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) .... 9-7 Mazda Importer[...]

Black plate (302,1) 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 (303,1) 3. V ehicle Identifi cation Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or locat ed on the upper driver's side corner of the dash) 4. Purchase date and curren t mileage 5. Y our dealer's name and location 6. Y our question(s) If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor . Cus[...]

Black plate (304,1) 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 knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experi ence, any questions, proble ms, or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda[...]

Black plate (305,1) Please recogniz e that the resolution of service 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 resolved[...]

Black plate (306,1) 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 (307,1) 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 (308,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda Nort h American Operations 7755 Irvi ne Center Dri ve 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.) Distributor in Each Area q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 55 V ogell Road, Rich mond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3K[...]

Black plate (309,1) W arranties for Y our Mazda l New V ehicle Limited W arrant y l Distributor Major Compo nent Limited W arranty (Canada only) l Safety Restra int System Limited W arranty l Anti-perforation Limited W arrant y l Federal Emission Control W arranty (U. S.A. only) l Emission Def ect W arranty l Emission Perform ance W arranty l Calif[...]

Black plate (310,1) 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 (311,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet speci fic emission 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 recei ve satisfactory servic[...]

Black plate (312,1) Registering Y our V ehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. V ehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries. In addit ion to registration probl ems, satisfactor[...]

Black plate (313,1) 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 app roved 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 (314,1) Cell Phones W arning W ARNING Use of Cell Phones an d Other Devices by Driver: Use of any elect rical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver's h[...]

Black plate (315,1) T ype Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects T ype Approval of Equipment 9-15 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page315 Friday , July 15 2005 9:49 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (316,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This informat ion relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. Nationa l Highway T raffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance. q T read W ear The tread wear g rade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the[...]

Black plate (317,1) W ARNING The temperatu re grade for this tire is estab lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded . Excessive speed, und erinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cau se heat build up and possible tir e failure. These grades will be added to the sidewal ls of passenger vehicl[...]

Black plate (318,1) Tir e Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place stand ardized information on the sidew all of all tir es. This information identifies and descri bes the fundamental characteristics 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 (319,1) 1 1. T read wear, traction and temperature grades 12. Max. perm issible inflation pressure 13. SAFETY W ARNING P215/65R15 95 H is a n example 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 index rating may be differ[...]

Black plate (320,1) 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 112 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 th[...]

Black plate (321,1) 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 wel l on the government course a[...]

Black plate (322,1) q Information on T emporary Tire s Please refer to the diagram below . 1. T emporary tires 2. Nominal width of tir e in milli meters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code T1 15/70D 16 is an examp le of a tire size and load index rating . Here is an explanation of the various components of th[...]

Black plate (323,1) D “ D ” is the tire const ruction symbol. D indicates “ diagon al ply construction ” . 16 “ 16 ” is the wheel rim diameter in inches. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tir e Information (U.S.A.) 9-23 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page323 Friday , July 15 2005 9:49 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (324,1) Location of the Tir e 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 (325,1) W ARNING T ire Under-Inflati on: Driving your vehicl e with under-inflated tires is dangerous. Under-inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may result in severe cracking, tread separa tion or “ blowout ” , wi th unexpected loss of vehicle c ontrol and increased risk of injury. Under-inflation [...]

Black plate (326,1) NOTE W arm tires normally exceed recom mended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. Under-inflation can cause serious failures and accidents. Over-inflation can produce a harsh ride and the great er possibil ity of damage from road hazards. q Glossary of T erms Tire Placard: A label indicating[...]

Black plate (327,1) Tir e Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenanc e can cause tir es to wear abnormall y . Here are some importan t maintenance points: q Tire 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 t[...]

Black plate (328,1) CAUTION Rotate unidi rectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmet rical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weak ened if rotated from side to side. Don't use the following: l T ires not of the desig nated size l T ires of different sizes or types at the sa[...]

Black plate (329,1) NOTE T ires degrade over time, even when they are no t being used on the road. It is recommended that tires general ly be repla ced when they are 6 years or older . Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can acceler ate the aging process. Y ou should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road[...]

Black plate (330,1) V ehicle Loading NOTE This vehicle is not designed to tow a trailer . This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability , with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design pe[...]

Black plate (331,1) V ehicle Curb W eight is the weight of your new vehicl e when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. P A YLO AD Payload is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is designed to carry . The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the Tire and Load Information label on the [...]

Black plate (332,1) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo W eight incl udes all weight added to the Bas e Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipm ent. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. The cargo weight limit decreas es depending on the number of vehicle occupant s. The cargo weight limit can be calcul ated by [...]

Black plate (333,1) Examples: Bas ed on a single occupant weight of 68 kg, and a value of 385 kg for the “ combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed ” : The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg _ 68 kg = 317 kg The cargo weight limit with two occupants is 385 kg _ (68 × 2) kg = 249 kg If the weight of the occupant in[...]

Black plate (334,1) SAMPLE W ARNING Exceeding Axle W eight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle wei ght rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission an d/or structural damage, serious damag e to the vehicle, or loss of co[...]

Black plate (335,1) GCW GCW (Gross Combined W eight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer . GCWR (Gross Combined W eight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle an d the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage. (Important[...]

Black plate (336,1) W ARNING Exceeding GVWR or GA WR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GA WR specified on the certificati on label is dangerous . Exceeding an y vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, or damage to the vehicle. Do not use repla cement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals [...]

Black plate (337,1) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit: (1) Locate the statemen t “ The combined weig ht of occupant s and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ” on you r vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combi ned weight of the driver and pa ssengers that will be riding in your[...]

Black plate (338,1) 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 notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Y our Mazda Importer/Distributor). If NHTSA receives[...]

Black plate (339,1) Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian custo mers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact T ransport Can ada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASF AD, Place de V ille T ower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K1[...]

Black plate (340,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are avail able for owners who wish to do some of their own mai ntenance and repair . When reques ting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the chart below . If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.[...]

Black plate (341,1) 10 Specifications T echnical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............... ................................................ 10-2 V ehicle Information Labels ............... ...................................... 10-2 Specifications .............................. ............................................[...]

Black plate (342,1) V ehicle Information Labels q V ehicle Identification Number The vehicl e identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the left top side of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield. q Motor V ehicle Safety Standard Label q V ehicle Emission Control Informa[...]

Black plate (343,1) Specifications q Engine Item Specification T ype DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) Compression ratio 9.5 q Electrical System Item Classification Battery 12V -48AH/5HR 12V -55AH/5HR Alternator 12 V - 110 A Starter 12 V - 1.4 kW Spark-plug numb[...]

Black plate (344,1) q Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Capacity Engine oil W ith oil filter replacement 5.7 L (6.0 US qt, 5.0 Imp qt) W ithout oil filter replacement 5.3 L (5.6 US qt, 4.7 Imp qt) Coolant 8.0 L (8.5 US qt, 7.0 Imp qt) Manual transaxle oil 2.5 L (2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp qt) Transfer case oil 1.2 L (1.3 US qt, 1.1 Imp qt) Rear diff[...]

Black plate (345,1) q Light Bulbs Exterior light Light bulb Category W attage ECE R SAE Headlights High beam 55 H1 ― Low beam 35 D2S ― Front turn signal lights 27 ― #2357A Parking lights 5 W5W ― Fog lights 55 H11 H1 1 Side-marker lights 5 ―― High-mount brake light *1 4 ―― Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W ― Brake lights/T aillights[...]

Black plate (346,1) T emporary spare tire Tire size Inflation pressure T145/70D17 106M 420 kPa (60 psi) q Fuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-36. 10-6 Specifications Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page346 Friday , July 15 2005 9:49 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (347,1) 11 Index 1 1-1 Mazdaspeed6_8U02-EC-05H_Edition1 Page347 Friday , July 15 2005 9:49 AM Form No.8U02-EC-05H[...]

Black plate (348,1) A Accessory Socket ... ........................... 6-49 Add-On Non-Ge nuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-13 Advanced Key Advanced key maintenan ce ......... 3-5 Auxiliary key ... ........................ ... 3-15 Keyless entry system .................. 3-13 Locking, unlock ing with request swit[...]

Black plate (349,1) C Courtesy Lights ................................. 6-40 Cruise Control ................................... 5-13 Cup Hol der ..................................... ... 6-45 Customer Assistance ............... ............ 9-2 D Dashboard Ill umination .................... 5-23 Daytime Running Lights ............... .... 5-37 Defr[...]

Black plate (350,1) F Fuses ............... .................................. 8-36 Panel descripti on ........................ 8-38 Replacement ............................... 8-36 G Glove Box .............. ........................... 6-48 H Hazard W arning Flasher ................. ... 5-42 Hazardous Driv ing ................. ............. 4-8 [...]

Black plate (351,1) M Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2 Owner maintenan ce precautions ... 8-9 Owner maintenan ce schedule ....... 8-8 Scheduled ........................ ............. 8-3 Manual Transaxle Opera tion ............... 5-9 Recommendations for shifting .... 5-10 Map Lights ............................ .....[...]

Black plate (352,1) S SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags W ork ............. 2-46 Supplemental restraint systems precautions ...... ........................... 2-38 Starting the Engine .. ............... ............. 5-4 Steering W heel ...................... ............ 3-55 Horn ........................................... 5-41 Storage Compar tments [...]