Mazda 2005 6 SPORTS SEDAN инструкция обслуживания

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Thank you for choosing a Mazda. W e at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. T o help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommenda tions. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is necessary , that&apo[...]

W e want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Y our owner'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, important safety information, and driving und[...]

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, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. 2 Knowing Y our Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various[...]

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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[...]

The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade. 1-2 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview[...]

Rear seat ................................... .................................................. ......................... page 2-9 Front seats .................................................................................................. .......... page 2-2 Seat belt .............................................................................[...]

The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade. Sedan/5-Door 1-4 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview[...]

Doors and keys ............... ............................................................ ......................... page 3-2 Child safety locks .................................... ............................................................ page 3-9 Power windows .................................................................... ..............[...]

The equipment and installation position varies according to model and grade. Sport W agon 1-6 Y our V ehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview[...]

Doors and keys ............... ............................................................ ......................... page 3-2 Child safety locks .................................... ............................................................ page 3-9 Power windows .................................................................... ..............[...]

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2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and child-restraint systems. Seats .......................................................... ..................................... 2-2 Front Seats (Manu ally Operated Seats) ..... ................................ 2-2 Front Seats (Electrically Oper[...]

Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) W ARNING Modification of the Fr ont Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damag e the supplemental restraint system an[...]

Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. q Seat Recline W ARNING Reclining: Sitting in a reclined posit ion while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can [...]

q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) By moving the seat lever up or down, the seat bottom height can be adjusted. Down Up q Head Restraint W ARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision. Alw ays [...]

NOTE The thermostat regulates seat temperature by turning the current on and off. Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats) W ARNING Modification of the Fr ont Seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental r[...]

CAUTION l The seat-bottom power adjustment is operated by motors. A void extended operation because excessive use can damage the motors. l T o prevent the battery from running down, avoid using the power adjustment when the en gine is stopped. The adjuster uses a large amount of electric power . l Don't use the switch to make more than one adj[...]

q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) Front height adjustment T o adjus t the front height of the seat- bottom, raise or low er the front of the slide lifter switch on the left side of the seat. Rear height adjustment Raise or lower the back of the switch to adjust the rear height of the seat-bottom. Height adjustment Raise the seat-bottom by pu[...]

q Head Restraint W ARNING Head Restraints Adjustment: Driving with the head restraints adjusted too low or removed is dangerous. With no support behind your head, your neck could be seriously injured in a collision. Alw ays drive with the head restraints inserted when seats are being used and make sure they are properly adjusted. T o rais e a head [...]

Rear Seat W ARNING Stacking Cargo: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks, and placing articles on the rear package tray or on the luggage compartment cover is dangerous. During sudden braki ng or a collision, objects can fly around and become projectiles that may hit and injure passengers. Don' t stack cargo higher than the[...]

W ARNING Children and the Folding Rear Seats: Playing with the folding rear seats is dangerous. Once the seats are back up, a child in the trunk would not be able to get out the way they had entered. If you have small children, keep the seatbacks locked (sedan). Do not give the car keys to children and do not allow them to play in the vehicle. NOTE[...]

CAUTION Be careful of the following when using the remote handle lever s: l On a downward slope, the seatb ack could flip forward faster than on a flat area. l On an upward slope, the seatback may not fold down. When the seatbacks cannot be folded down with levers, pull the rear seatback forward from inside the vehicle. 1. Unfasten the lap portion [...]

q Easy Fold Down Rear Seatbacks and Seat Bottom for Added Luggage Space (5-Door/Sport W agon) The seatback and seat bottom can be folded down to provide a flat surface extending from the back of the front seats to the rear of the vehicle for extra luggage space. T o fold down the rear seatbac ks and seat bottoms W ARNING Operating the Remote Handle[...]

CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left seatback. Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat belt, buckle and seatback. 2. After checki ng that the rear seats are clear, open the liftgate and pull the remote handle lever s on the left and right side of the liftgate. When usin[...]

W ARNING Seat Belts Caught Under Seatbacks: A seat belt caught und er a seatback after the seatback is returned to its upright position is dangerou s. In a collision or sudden stop, the seat belt cannot provide adequate protectio n. Always make sure the seat belts are fully pulled out from under the seatbacks. Returning Rear Seatbacks to the Uprigh[...]

q Armrest The armrest can be used or placed uprigh t. W ARNING Positioning the Shoulder Belt Over the Armrest: Positioning the shoulder portion of a rear seat belt over the armr est is dangerous as it cannot provi de adequate protection in a collisi on and could result in serious injuries. Never position the shoulder portion of a rear seat belt ove[...]

Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use. The driver's seat belt has no provisions fo[...]

W ARNING Not W earing Seat Belts: Not wearing a seat belt is extremel y dangerous. During a collision, occupa nts not wearing seat belts could hit someone or things insi de the vehicle or even be thrown out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injure d or even killed. In the same collision, occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer . Alwa[...]

q Pregnant W omen and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendatio ns. The lap belt should be worn SNUGL Y AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly , but never across the stomach area. Persons with serious medical[...]

3-Point T ype Seat Belt NOTE When using the rear center seat belt, refer to “ Rear Center Position Seat Belt ” (page 2-23). q Fastening the Seat Belts 1. Grasp the buckle and tongue . 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Tongue Belt 3. Insert the tongue into the buckle until you hear a click. Buckle Tongue W ARNING Positioning the Shoulder[...]

q Unfastening the Seat Belts Depress the button on the buckle. NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it for kinks and twists. If it is still not retracting properly , have it inspected at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. q Shoulder Belt Adjuster Adjust the height of the shoul der belt if the seat belt touches your neck, or if it crosses your ar[...]

Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. In moderate or greater frontal or near- frontal accidents, the front air bag and pretensioner systems deploy simultaneously . The pretensioners take up slack in the front [...]

W ARNING Pretensioner System Disposal: Improper disposal of the pretensioner system or a vehicle with non- deactivated pretensioner s is dangerous. Unless all safety procedures are followed, injury could result. Ask an Authori zed Mazda Dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a pretensioner-equipped veh icle. NOTE l [...]

Rear Center Position Seat Belt Before using the rear-center lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. (A) (B) q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the buckle (D) and tongue (C). 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. 3. Insert the tongue (C) into the buckle (D) until you hear a click. (C) (D) (B) (A) W ARNING Faste[...]

q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the buckle. 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) CAUTION Always unfasten the lap portion of the belt before folding the rear-left seatback. Leaving the lap portion of the belt fastened could cause damage to the seat[...]

T o pull out the seat belt, slide tongue (A) with your finger while moving it downward, and slowly pull out the seat belt from the ceiling recess. CAUTION When stowing the seat belt, make sure the belt is locked securely into the ceiling recess. If the seat belt is not locked securely , it could fall down suddenly and cause inju ry . Seat Belt Exte[...]

W ARNING Using an Extender That is T oo Long: Using an extender that is too long is dangerous. The seat belt will not fit properly. In an accident, the seat belt will not provide adequate protectio n and you could be seriously injured. Don't use the extender or choose one shorter in length if the dist ance between the extender's buckle an[...]

q Belt Minder The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver's seat belt is not fastened by intermittentl y sounding a beep sound and flashing the seat belt warning light in the instrument cluster . Condition Result The driver's seat bel[...]

Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-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 Can ada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regard ing the safety of children riding in your vehicle. [...]

W ARNING Proper Size of Child-Restraint System: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restrai nt system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accide nt. Follow the Manufacturer's Instr uctions and Alwa[...]

W ARNING Seating Children in a Child-Res traint System on the Front Passenger Se at: If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-37). Even with the front passenger seat weight sensors, if you must use the front passeng er seat for children, sea[...]

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 together and seriously injur ed or even killed. Never use one belt for more than one person at a time. Operating the Remote Handle L[...]

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 under 12, and wi th rear-facing child- restraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags. Some child-restraint systems now come with tethers and therefore must be instal[...]

3. T o get the retractor into the automatic locking mode, pull the shoulder belt portion of the seat belt until the entire length of the belt is out of the retractor . 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking from the retractor will be heard during retraction if the s[...]

Anchor bracket locat ion (5-Door/Sport W agon) T ether strap position (5-Door/Sport W agon) T ether strap Route between head restraint upright. W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in[...]

T ether strap position (Sedan) Anchor bracket T ether strap T ether strap position (5-Door) T ether strap Anchor bracket T ether strap position (Sport W agon) Anchor bracket T ether strap W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Child-restraint system anchorage s are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly installed child - restr[...]

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 . Do not put rear-facing child-restrai nt systems on the front passenger's seat. This seat is also not set up for tethered[...]

W ARNING Children and Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Allowing anyone to lean over or against the front door , the area of the front seat, front and rear wi ndow pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy, even though using a child-restraint system, is dangerous. If the vehicle is equ[...]

5. Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illumin ates after installing a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat. 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-restra[...]

LA TCH Child-Restraint Systems Y our Mazda is equipped with LA TCH lower anchors for attachment of speci ally designed LA TCH child-res traint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger . Some LA TCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to [...]

q LA TCH Child-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Outboard Seats) 1. Make sure the seatb ack is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked. 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 t[...]

T ether strap position (5-Door/Sport W agon) T ether strap Route between head restraint upright. W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only [...]

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 anchors , following the[...]

Anchor bracket locat ion and tether strap position (Sport W agon) Anchor bracket T ether strap W ARNING Child-Restraint T ether Usage: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-rest raint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury. Use the tether and tether anchor only fo[...]

Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicator mark s). They are located in: l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) l The front passenger d ashboard (front passenge r air bag) l The outboard sides of the front seatback[...]

W ARNING Air Bags without Seat Belts: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accide nt is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in collisions with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate. V ehicle occupant s should always wear se[...]

W ARNING Seating Position with Side and Curtain Air Bags: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extre mely dangerous. The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expand along the front door on the side the car is hit. Serious injury could occur if s[...]

W ARNING Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are dangerous. Immediately after inflation, the inflators in the steering wheel, 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 bags have inflated. I[...]

NOTE l When an air bag deploys, 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 fric tion. l Should you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems [...]

Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflator s and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l The steering wheel hub l The front passenger dashboard l The outboard[...]

q Front Air Bag System Components (4) (8) (7) (5) (8) (2) (9) (3) (1) (6) (1) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (2) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (3) Front air bag sensor (4) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-52) (5) Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-52) (6) Front seats (7) Driver and front passenger seat be[...]

q Side and Curtain Air Bag System Components í Put children in the rear seats, they do not have side air bag systems. Sedan/5-Door Sport Wagon (2) (1) (1) (3) (4) (3) (2) (1) (1) (4) (1) Inflators and air bags (2) Side crash sensor (3) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (4) Front seats Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags 2-51 í So[...]

How the Air Bags W ork q How the Front Air Bags W ork When air bag crash sensors 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 inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function only once. After that[...]

Front passenger seat weight sensors If your vehicle is equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors, a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-37). These sensor s are located under both of the front passenger seat rails. These sensors determin e the total seated weight on the front passenger seat. The sens[...]

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 fro nt and side air bags Seat belt pretensioner system Empty (Not occupied) * OFF OFF OFF Less than approx. 30 kg (66 lb)[...]

W ARNING Increasing the T otal Seated W eight on the Front Passenger Seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increa sing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous. The front passenger seat weight sensors will detect the increased total s[...]

NOTE l The system requires about 10 seconds to alte rnate between turning the front passen ger front and side air bags and seat belt pretension er system on or off. l The front passenger air bag deacti vation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage or other items are put on the front passenger seat, or if the tempe rature of the vehicl[...]

CAUTION T o prevent damage to the side and curtain air bag wiring , don't place luggage or other objects under the front seats. q Air Bag Activation/Deactivation CAUTION If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat of less than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and sid[...]

Limitations to front air bag activation Depending on the severi ty of impact, the front air bags may not inflate in the following cases: l Impacts involving trees or poles cause severe cosmetic damag e but may not have enough impact to activate the air bag. l Frontal offset impact to the vehicle may not provide the stopping force necessary for air [...]

Side and curtain air bag activation í Greater than moderate impact to one side of the vehicle (driver or passenger side areas) will cause the side and curtain air bags to inflate, but it will not normally deploy the front air bags. Limitations to side and curtai n air bag activation í Depending on the severi ty of impact, the side and curtain air[...]

q Constant Monitoring The following components of the air bag systems are monitored by a diagnostic system: l SAS unit l Front air bag sensor l Air bag modules l Side crash sensor í l Front seat belt pretensioners l Related wiring l Driver seat slide position sensor l Front passenger seat weight sensors l Driver and front passenger seat belt buckl[...]

l Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart. For more details about this indicator light and this chart, refer to “ Front passenger seat weight sensors (page 2-52) ” . W ARNING Damaged Air Bag System Components:[...]

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3 Knowing Y our Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ........................................... ................................ 3-2 Keys .......................................................... ................................ 3-2 Keyless Entry System ..............[...]

Keys W ARNING Keys and Children: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move. Don't leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not [...]

Keyless Entry System This system locks and unlocks the doors and the hatch/liftgate, and opens the trunk. It can also help you signal for attention in an emergency . Press the button slowly and accurately . CAUTION T o avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: l Drop it. l Get it wet. l Disassemble it. l Expose it to heat or sunlight. NOTE l The key[...]

NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. l (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry C[...]

Panic button Y ou can use the panic button to turn on the alarm, which allows you to signal for attention in an e mergency . NOTE The alarm will work whether any door is open or closed. T urning on the alarm Pressing the panic button once will trigger the alarm for about 2 minutes and 30 seconds, and the following will occur: l The horn sounds inte[...]

Replacing the transmitter battery 1. Insert a smal l screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter. Back cover Slot 2. Press the porti on of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery . A 3. Install a new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) into the front portion of the holder with the positive pole ( ) facing up. Press on the B p[...]

Door Locks W ARNING Unattended Children 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 Children: Leaving child[...]

q Locking, Unlocking with Door- Lock Knob T o lock any door from the inside, push the door-lock knob. T o unlock , pull it out. This does not operate the other door locks. Lock Unlock T o lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, push the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door . This does not operate the other door loc[...]

NOTE Holding the key in the unlocked position in the driver's door lock for about a second unlocks all doors and the hatch/liftgate. T o unlock only the driver's door, insert the key into the driver's door lock and turn the key briefly to the unlock posit ion and then immediately return it to the center position. Locking, unlocking w[...]

Hatch (5-Door) W ARNING Open Hatch and Exhaust Gas: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous. This gas contains CO (carbon monoxide), which is color less, odorless, and highly poisonous. If inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. Because exhaust gas can get into the cabin through an open hatch, keep the hatch closed when dr[...]

NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the hatch cannot be unlocked, perform the following manual procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it: 1. Remove the cap on the interior surface of the hatch with a flathead screwdriver . Cap 2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock the hatch. Lev er Afte[...]

This cover can be removed for more room. T o do this, just unfasten the straps; then lift and pull it out. Liftgate (Sport W agon) W ARNING Open Liftgate and Exhaust Gas : Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous. An open liftgate in a moving vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn into the cabin. This gas contains CO (carbon monoxi de[...]

q Opening and Closing the Liftgate Opening the liftgate Pull up on the handle. NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the liftgate cannot be unlocked, perform the following manual procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it: 1. Remove the cap on the interior surface of the liftgate with a flath[...]

q Luggage Compartment Cover Use the luggage compartment cover to conceal cargo or luggag e. W ARNING Placing Cargo on the Cover: Placing luggage or other cargo on top of the luggage compartm ent cover is dangerous. During sudden braki ng or a collision, the cargo could beco me a projectile that could hit and injure someone. Don't place anythin[...]

NOTE T o full y retract and protect the cover, guide the cover all the way into the retainer . Ta b 2. Press and hold the button on the right side of the retainer bar and lift the bar . Button 3. Remove the left end of the retainer bar from the notch. q Luggage Compartment Net The luggage compartment net can be used as a compartment separator or to[...]

Dividing the luggage compartment from the rear seat W ARNING Using the Luggage Compartment Net to Secure Cargo: Using the luggage compartment net to secure objects in the luggage compartment or the rear seat area is dangerous. The luggage compartment net is not designed to hold objects in place that could fly forward in a frontal collision. Unse cu[...]

Dividing the luggage compartment from the front seats W ARNING Using the Luggage Compartment Net to Secure Cargo: Using the luggage compartment net to secure objects in the luggage compartment or the rear seat area is dangerous. The luggage compartment net is not designed to hold objects in place that could fly forward in a frontal collision. Unse [...]

5. Slowly pull out the net in the upward direction, insert the left and right net anchors into the ceiling retainers , and slide them to the position indicated in the figure. Net anchor Net T o remove the net: 1. Lift the net slightl y and disengage the net anchors from the ceiling retainers. 2. Slowly lower and suppor t the net as it rolls up into[...]

q Opening and Closing the T runk W ARNING Open T ru nk Lid and Children: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or de ath from heat exposure. Close the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks and do not allow children to pla[...]

Closing the trunk lid Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure. q Remote T runk Lid Release Lock- Out As an added security feature, the remote release may be canceled to prevent anyone from opening the trunk without the master key . With the switch in the[...]

Inside T runk Release Slide Lever (Sedan) Y our vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release slide 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 their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play ar[...]

q Opening the T runk Lid from the Inside Slide the illuminated inside trunk relea se slide 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 inside trunk release slide lever is located on the inside of the trunk lid. Power Window[...]

q Operating the Driver's Side Power Window Manual opening/closing T o open the window to the desired position, lightly hold down the switch . T o close the window to the desired position, lightly pull up the switch. Left front window Close Open Auto-opening T o full y open the window automatically , press the switch compl etely down. T o stop [...]

Engine-off power windo w operation The power window can be operated about 40 seconds after the ignition switch is turned from the ON position to the ACC, LOCK position or key out of ignition with all doors closed. If any front door is opened, the power window will be inoperable. q Power Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked positi[...]

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 remo ve 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 light may illuminate on[...]

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 moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accide nt. Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked. q Opening the Hood 1. With the vehicle parked, pull the re[...]

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 Thr ough the Moonroof: Extending the head, arms, or other parts of the body through the moonroof is dangerous. The head or arms could hit something while the vehicle is movi[...]

q Slide Operation T o open to any position, press the rear of the slide switch. T o close , press the front of the slide switch. Open Close q Sunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened, but must be closed by hand. Sunshade CAUTION The sunshade doesn't til t. T o avoid da[...]

Immobilizer System The immobilizer 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 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for complia[...]

NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. l (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry C[...]

NOTE l If the security indicator light comes on and stays on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON posit ion, the engine will not start. l Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver or a mobile telephone, could interfere with your immobilizer system. If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start, check the sec[...]

Theft-Deterrent System í The optional theft-deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its contents from being stolen when all the doors, hood, and trunk lid/liftgate/hat ch are locked. If forcible entry is attempted, the system sounds the horn and flashes the hazard warning lights. NOTE l The theft-deterrent system operates with the [...]

NOTE The trunk lid can be opened with the key or the transmitter even when the system is armed. The alarm will not come on and the system will remain armed. q T o Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any one of the following methods: l Unlock a door with the key . l Open the trunk lid with the key . l Press the unlock button or the [...]

Steering Wheel W ARNING Adjusting the Steering Wheel : Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving. q Steering Wheel Adjustment T o [...]

After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by placing the selec tor switch in the middle position. Mirror defroster í T o turn on the mirror defrosters , turn the ignition switch to the ON position and push the rear window defroster switch (page 5-42). q Rearview Mirror W ARNING Blocked V iew: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous[...]

NOTE l Do not use glass cleaner or suspend objects on or around the light sensor . Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will be affected and may not operate normally . Light sensor Light sensor l For information regard ing the 3 buttons ( , , ) on the auto- dimming mirror, refer to HomeLink Wireless Control System (page 5-44). 3-36 Knowing Y our Maz[...]

4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........ ................................ 4-2 Fuel Requirements .................................... ................................ 4-2 Emission Control System .......................... ................................ 4-3 Engine Exha[...]

Fuel Requirements V ehicles wi th catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONL Y UNLEADED FUEL , which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Y our Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Regular unleaded fuel 87 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (91 RON or abov[...]

Emission Control System Y our vehicle is equipped with an emission con trol system (the catalytic convert er is part of this system) that enables your vehicl e to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. W ARNING Parking Over Flammable Objects: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous . Even with the engi[...]

NOTE After driving some distance and turning off the engine, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard at the rear of the vehicle, however this does not indicate an abnormality . Y our vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates after turning off the engine. 4-4 Before Driving Y our Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions[...]

Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) W ARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicl e, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer[...]

Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. l Inspect inflation press ures and condition of tires. l Look under the vehicl e 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/c lutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels shoul[...]

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 perfor mance, economy , and life of your Mazda. l Don't race the engine. l Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for a long period of time. l Don't drive constantly at full-throttle or high engi[...]

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 and an accident. If it is necessary to downshift on sli ppery surfaces, be very careful. When driving i[...]

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 anti freeze in the radiator . l Inspect the battery and its cables. Cold reduces battery capacity . l Inspect the ignition syst[...]

Driving In Flooded Area W ARNING Driving with W et Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous . Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly unt[...]

T railer T owing Never tow a trailer with your Mazda. Before Driving Y our Mazda T owing 4-1 1[...]

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5 Driving Y our Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine .................................... ................................ 5-3 Bra[...]

Ignition Switch q Ignition Switch Positions LOCK The steering wheel locks to prote ct against theft. Only in this position can the key be removed. Manual transaxle T o turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, push the key in at the ACC position, then turn it to the LOCK position. Push the key Automatic transaxle T o turn the key from the ACC[...]

NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will op erate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspe cted before the engine is started (page 5-27). NOTE When t[...]

CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery . 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. NOTE l In extremely cold weather, below – 18°C (0°F), or after the vehic[...]

W ARNING Driving with W et Brakes: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous . Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is [...]

q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the igni tion switch in the ST ART or ON position. It goes off when the parking brake is full y released. Low brake fluid level warni ng/ Electronic brake force distributi on system warning If the l[...]

q Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) í The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of each wheel. If one is about to lock up, the ABS respon ds by automatically releasing a nd reapplying that wheel's brake. The driver will feel a slight vibration in the brake pedal and may hear a chattering noise from the brake system. This is normal when [...]

NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge the battery , uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. This is due to a weak battery , not a malfunction. Recharge the battery . q Brake Pad W ear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in wear indicators contact the disc plates. This causes a screeching noise to warn th[...]

CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Al so, don't use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage. l Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shiftin g to R. Shifting to R while the vehicle is still moving may damag e the transaxle.[...]

Automatic T ransaxle Controls Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the A CC or ON position). Indicates the shift lev er can be shifted freely into any position. V arious Lock outs: q T ransaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter . P (Park) P locks the transaxle and pre[...]

N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and transaxle are not locked. The vehicle will roll freel y even on the slightest incline unles s the parking brake or brakes are on. W ARNING Shifting from N or P: It's dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is running faster than idle. If this is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, [...]

q Manual Shift Mode This mode gives you the feel of driving a manual transaxle vehicle by operating the shift lever and allows you to control engine rpm and torque to the front wheels much like a manual transaxle when more control is desired. T o change to manual shift mode, shift the lever from D to M. T o retur n to automatic shift mode, shif t t[...]

NOTE l When driving slowly , the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed. l In manual shift mode, gears do not shift up automatically . Don't run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE. If the tachometer needle enters the RED ZONE, you may feel engine-braking because the fuel delivery will be stopped to protect the eng[...]

Shifting down If the vehicle speed is higher than the speed specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted down to a lower gear . Gear V ehicle speed M4 → M3 147 km/h (91 mph) M3 → M2 104 km/h (64 mph) M2 → M1 44 km/h (27 mph) During deceleration, the gears shift down automatically when speed is reduced to the following: Gear V ehicle sp[...]

If the vehicle is kicked down at the following speeds or lower, the gears shift down automatically: Gear V ehicle speed M6 → M5 212 km/h (131 mph) M6 → M4 161 km/h (100 mph) M5 → M4 161 km/h (100 mph) M5 → M3 70 km/h (44 mph) M4 → M3 70 km/h (44 mph) M4 → M2 46 km/h (28 mph) M3 → M2 46 km/h (28 mph) Recommendations for shift ing Upshi[...]

Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer . CAUTION Never hold the steer ing wheel to the extreme left o[...]

q Cruise Set Indicator Light This light comes on when a cruising speed is set. q Activation/Deactivation T o acti vate the system, press the ON/OFF switch. The cruise main indicator ligh t illuminates. T o deacti vate the system, press the switch again. The cruise main indi cator light turns off. W ARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF swit[...]

NOTE l The SET function can't be activated until about 2 seconds after the ON/ OFF switch has been engaged. l On a steep grade, the vehicle may momentarily slow down going up or speed up while going down. q T o Increase Cruising Speed Follow either of these procedures. l Press the RES/ACCEL butto n and hold it. Y our vehicle will accelerate. R[...]

q T o Decrease Cruising Speed Press the SET/COAST butto n and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow . Release the button at the speed you want. Y our vehicle has a tap-down feature that allows you to decrease your current speed in decrements of 1.6 km/h (1 mph) by a momentary tap of the SET/COAST button. Multiple taps will decrease your vehicle [...]

l Press the CANCEL button. The system is off when the ignition is off. NOTE Cruise control will cancel at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 30 km/h (19 mph). T raction Control System (TCS) í The T racti on Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage[...]

q TCS Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position. If the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS may have a malfunction and it may not operate correctly . T ake your vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer . NOTE l In addition to the indi[...]

NOTE l When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck , or drive it out of freshly fallen snow , the TCS will activate. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult. When this happens, turn off the TCS. l If the TCS is off when the engine is turned off, it automatically acti[...]

Meters and Gauges (Black-out meter) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. Speedometer .................................................. .................................................... page 5-24 Odometer, T rip Meter and T rip Meter Select or ............................................... ... page 5-[...]

q Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. q Odometer , T rip Meter and T rip Meter Selector The display mode can be changed between trip 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 Press the selector Press t[...]

The trip meter records the tota l distance the vehicle is driven until 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 meas ure trip distances and to compute fuel consumption. NOTE l Only the trip meters record tenths of kilometers (miles). l The trip record will be era[...]

q Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately 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 q Dashboard Illumination Rotate the thumb whee l to adjust the brightness of the instrument cluster a[...]

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 5-29 Charging System W arning Light 5-30 Engine Oil Pressure W arning Light 5-30 Check Engine Light 5-30 ABS W arning Light 5-31 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System W arning Light [...]

Signal W arning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt W arning Light/Beep 5-32 Door-Ajar W arning Light 5-33 Low W asher Fluid Level W arning Light 5-33 Automatic Transaxle W arning Light 5-33 Security Indicator Light 5-34 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-34 Shift Position Indicator Light 5-34 TCS Indicator Light 5-35 TCS OFF Indicator Light 5-35 Cr[...]

q Brake System W arning Light This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the igni tion switch in the ST ART or ON position. It goes off when the parking brake is full y released. Low brake fluid level warni ng/ Electronic brake force distributi on system warning If the l[...]

q Charging System W arning Light This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started. If the warning light illuminate s while driving, it indicates a malfunction of the alternator or of the charging system. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way . Consult[...]

l The fuel-filler cap is missin g or not tightened securely . If the check engine light rema ins on or flashes continuously , do not drive at high speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. q ABS W arning Light The warning light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position. If the ABS war[...]

A system malfunction is indicated when the warning light constantly flashes, illuminates or doesn't illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position. If any of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident. W ARNING Self-Servicing the Air Bag/ Pretensioner Sy[...]

Condition Result The driver's seat belt is not fastened when the vehicle speed reaches 8 km/h (5 mph) and about 1 minute has elapsed since the ignition switch was turned to the ON position. The warning light flashes and the beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds every 30 seconds, for a period of about 5 minutes. The driver's seat be[...]

CAUTION If the automatic transaxle warning light illuminates, the transaxle has an electrical problem. Con tinuing to drive your Mazda in this condit ion could cause damage to your transaxle. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. q Security Indicator Light This indicator light starts flashing every 2 seconds when the ignition swit[...]

Gear position indicator When the shift lever is in the D or M position, the numeral for the selected gear illuminates. q TCS Indicator Light í This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turne d to the ON position. If the TCS is operating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS may have a malfun[...]

q Cruise Set Indicator Light This light comes on when a cruising speed is set. q Light-On Indicator Light (Black- out meter) This indicator light comes on when the exterior lights are on. q T urn-Signal/Hazard W arning Indicator Lights When operating the turn-signal lights, the left or right turn-signal indicator light flashes to indicate which tur[...]

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. q Ignition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened. q Lights-On Remi[...]

Lighting Control q Headlights T o turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the en d of the contr ol lever . Switch Position Headlights Off Off On T aillights Parking lights License lights Off On On NOTE l If the light switch is left on, the lights will automatically switch off 30 seconds after turning the igni tion switch to the LOCK positi[...]

q Daytime Running Lights (Canada) In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation. For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the igni tion switch is turned to the ON posit ion. NOTE The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is appli ed. T urn and Lane-Change Signals q [...]

Fog Lights í Use this switch to turn on the fog lights. They help you to see as well as to be seen. T o turn the front fog lights on, rotate the fog light switch to the position. The headlight switch must be in the position to turn on the front fog lights. Fog light switch T o turn them off, rotate the fog light switch to the OFF position or turn [...]

q Windshield Wipers T urn the wi pers on by pulling the lever down. INT ― Intermittent 1 ― Normal 2 ― Fast V ariable-speed intermitt ent wipers Set the lever to INT and choose the interval timing by rotating the ring. INT ring One-touch wipers For a single wiping cycle, push the lever up to MIST . q Windshield W asher Pull the lever toward yo[...]

Rear Window Wiper and W asher í The ignition switch must be in the ON position. q Rear Window Wiper T urn the wiper on by turni ng the rear wiper/washer switch. ON ― Normal INT ― Intermittent q Rear Window W asher T o spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/ washer switch to the position. After the switch is released, the washer will stop. NOT[...]

Fully Automatic T ype Air -Conditi oning CAUTION Don't use sharp instruments or window cleaners with abrasives to clean the inside of the rear window surface. They may damage the defroster grid inside the window . NOTE This defroster is not designed for melting snow . If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear window , remove it before us[...]

Hazard W arning Flasher The hazard warning lights shoul d always be used when you stop on or near a roadway . The hazard warning lights war n 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 turn signals don&a[...]

W ARNING Safety Stop and Reverse Feature: Using the HomeLink system with any garage door opener that lacks the safety stop and reverse feature as required by federal safety standards is dangerous. (This includes garage doors manufactured before Apr il 1, 1982.) Using these garage door openers can increase the risk of serious injury or death. For fu[...]

q Programming the HomeLink System CAUTION When programming a garage door opener or a gate, disconnect the powe r to these devices before performing programming, as conti nuous operation of the devices could damage the motor. The HomeLink system provides 3 butt ons which can be individually selec ted and programmed using the transmitte rs for curren[...]

7. Firmly press and release the “ learn ” or “ smart ” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer .) NOTE There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step 8. 8. Return to the vehicl e and firmly press, hold for two second s and release the programmed HomeLink button. Repeat the “ press/hold/release ” sequence a sec[...]

q Reprogramming the HomeLink system T o progra m a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previo usly trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. DO NOT release the button. 2. The indicator ligh t will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, proceed with “ Programming ” - step [...]

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 ......................................[...]

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 when the engine is not running. q Clearing the Air Inlet Clear all obstructions like leaves , snow and ice from the hood [...]

V ent Operation q Adjusting the V ents Directing airflow 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 cooled. Interior Comf[...]

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[...]

T ypes of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate contr ol systems are explained separately . Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Climate control information is displayed on the information display . Manual T ype ............... ..............................................[...]

Manual T ype Rear window defroster switch A/C Switch Air intake selector Mode selector dial Fan control dial Temperature control dial q Control Switches T emperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls temperatu re. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. Fan control dial This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0 ― Fan off 1 ?[...]

Mode selector dial T urn the mode selector dial to selec t airflow mode (page 6-4). A/C switch Push the switch to turn the air conditioner on. The indicator light on the switch will illuminate when the fan contr ol dial is set at position 1, 2, 3, or 4. Push the switch once again to turn the air conditioner off. NOTE The air conditioner may not fun[...]

W ARNING The Recirculated Air Posit ion: Using the position in cold or rainy weather will cause the windows to fog up. Y our vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Do not use the position in cold or rainy weather . Rear window defroster switch When using the rear window defroster switch, refer to Rear Window Defroster (pag[...]

NOTE l When maximum cooling is desired , set the temperature contr ol dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the position, then set the fan control dial to position 4. l If warmer air is desired at floor level, set the mode selector dial at the position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfor[...]

3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. 5. Turn on the air conditioner . 6-10 Interior Comfort Climate Control System[...]

Fully Automatic T ype Air intake selector Temperature control dial Fan control dial Mode selector switch OFF switch Auto switch A/C Switch Windshield defroster switch Rear window defroster switch q Control Switches AUTO switch By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be autom atically controlled in accordance with the set temperatur[...]

OFF switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system. T emperature control dial Hot Cold This dial controls temperatu re.T urn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. Fan control dial High Low The fan has seven speeds. The selec ted speed will be displayed. Mode selector switch The desired airflow mode can be selected[...]

NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperat ure approaches 0 °C (32 °F). (Indicator remains on even when system is off.) Air intake selector Outside or recirculated air position s can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air p ositions. Recirculated air position ( ) Use this position when going thro[...]

T o turn off the system, press the OFF switch. NOTE l For an optimal cabin temperature, set the temperature close to 25.0°C (77.0°F). Adjust to the desired temperature if necessary . l Setting the temperature to maximum high or low will not provide the desired temperature at a faste r rate. l T o prevent cool air blowing from the vents when heati[...]

Interior temperature sensor Interior Comfort Climate Control System 6-15[...]

Antenna q Detachable T ype T o remove the antenn a, turn it counterclockwise. T o inst all the antenna, turn it clockw ise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Install Remove CAUTION T o prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a car was h facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance. NOTE When leaving your vehicle [...]

q Radio Reception AM characteristics 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 sometimes be picked up on the same frequency at the same time. Station 2 Station 1 Ionosphere FM characteristics An FM broadcas[...]

Flutter/Skip noise Signals from an FM transmitter move in straight lines and become weak in vall eys between tall buildings, mountains, an d other obstacles. When a vehicle passes through such an area, the reception conditions may change suddenl y , resulting in annoying noise. W eak signal noise In suburban areas, broadcast signals become weak bec[...]

q Operating Tips for Cassette T ape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, capstans, and pinch roll ers 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 remove it. Should the[...]

q Operating Tips for Mini Disc (MD) Player The following precautions shoul d be observed. l Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. l Do not insert any objects, other than MDs, into the slot. l The MD player has been designed to play MDs bearing the ident ification logo as shown. No other MDs can be played. l The MD player can also play MDLPs [...]

q Operating Tips for CD Player/In- Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heater when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical components (prism and lens) in the CD player/changer may become clouded with condensation. At this time, the CD will eject immediately when placed in the unit. A clouded CD can be corrected s[...]

l When driving over uneven surfaces, the sound may jump. l The CD player/changer has been designed to play CDs bearing the identification logo as shown. No other discs can be played. l Be sure never to touch the signal surface when handling the CDs. Pick up a CD by grasping the outer edge or the edge of the hole and the outer edge. l Do not stick p[...]

Audio Set Illustration is of a representativ e audio unit. Mini Disc (MD) Player Cassette T ape Player In-dash CD Changer CD Player Power/V olume/Sound Controls .... ................................................................. ......... page 6-24 Operating the Radio ..................... ........................................................[...]

q Power/V olume/Sound Controls Power/V olume dial Audio control dial Power ON/OFF T urn the igni tion switch to the ACC or ON position. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. NOTE T o prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a lo[...]

BOSE Sound System- equipped model * * Depending on the mode selected, the indication changes. 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as foll ows: Standard audio-equipped mod el Indication T urn Left T urn Right Decrease bass Increase bass Decrease mid-range Increase mid-range Decrease treble Increase treble Shift the sound [...]

The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode. Mode V olume change No change Minimum Medium Maximum T urn the audio control dial to selec t the ALC OFF , ALC LEVEL1 ― 3 mode. The selected mode will be indicated. 6-26 Interior Comfort Audio System[...]

Interior Comfort Audio System 6-27[...]

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 accompanying the SIRIUS unit[...]

Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , ) will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically . NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning Press the scan button ( )t o automatically sample strong stations . Scanning stops at each station for about [...]

q Operating the Cassette T ape Player í (one being played) APC button: (next program) Rewind button Repeat button Dolby NR button Program b utton 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 will begin play , and “ T[...]

NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition 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 rewind, it automatic[...]

q Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player í T rack up button T rack down button Scan button Display button Rev erse button Display feed dial Repeat button Random button MD eject button Fast-forward b utton MD slot MD play button Inserting the MD Insert the MD, label-side up with the arrow pointed to the slot. The auto- loading mechanism will set the M[...]

Press the scan button ( ) durin g play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play . NOTE If the unit is left in scan, norm al play will resume where scan was selected. Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly . Press the repeat button ( )[...]

q Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player í Scan button T rack down button T rack up button Rev erse button Repeat button Random button Fast-forward b utton CD play button CD slot CD eject button Inserting the CD Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mecha nism will set the CD and begin play . There will be a short lapse befo[...]

Press the scan button ( ) durin g play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). Press the scan button ( ) once again to cancel scan play . NOTE If the unit is left in scan, norm al play will resume where scan was selected. Repeat play This feature makes it possible to listen to a selection repeatedly . Press the repeat button ( )[...]

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 Inserting the CD The CD must be label-side up when inserting. The auto-loading mecha nism will[...]

Multiple insertion 1. Press and hold the load button ( ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard. 2. W ait 3 seconds or press the load button ( ) again within 3 seconds after the beep is heard. 3. When “ IN ” is displayed, inser t the CD. 4. When “ IN ” is displayed again, insert the next CD. NOTE The first-inserted CD will be played auto[...]

Press the track down button ( ) once to skip back to the beginning o f the current track. Disc search Press the disc up button ( ) to skip forward to the beginning of the next CD. Press the disc down button ( )t o skip back to the beginning o f the previous CD. Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of[...]

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 MD MD is inserted upside down Insert the MD properly . If the error indication does not disappear , consult an Authorized Mazda De[...]

Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) í NOTE Mazda installed this system to help you avoid being too distracted using audio controls on the dashboard. Alway s make safe driving your first priority . q Adjusting the V olume T o incre ase the volume, press volume button ( ). T o decreas e the volume, press volume button ( ). q Changing the[...]

q Seek Switch When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio switches to the next/p revious stored station in the order that it was stored (1 ― 6). Press the seek switch ( , ) for about 2 seconds until a beep is heard to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically . When playing a cassette tape Press the seek switch ( ), re[...]

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 servicing is required, c[...]

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 vanity mirror light will illumi nate when you open the cover . Interior Lights q Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead ligh t (switch is in[...]

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 is on q Map Lights [...]

Without moonroof Rear q Luggage Compartment Light 5-Door Switch Position Luggage Compartment Light Light off Light on when the hatch is open Sport W agon Switch Position Luggage Compartment Light Light off Light on when the liftgate is open q Courtesy Lights T urns on when any door is open or the illuminated entry system is on. Courtesy light Inter[...]

Information Display AMB button CLOCK button SET button q Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions: l Clock l Ambient T emperature Display (Outside T emperature Di splay) l Climate Control Displa y l Audio Display 6-46 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment[...]

q Clock When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the time is displ ayed. Time setting 1. Press the CLO CK button until a beep sounds, and “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” will be displayed. 2. Press the SET button to switch betwe en “ 12Hr ” and “ 24Hr ” displays. The selected display will flas h. T o selec t the desired clock se[...]

q Climate Control Display The climate control syst em status is displayed. T o operate the climate control system, refer to “ Clim ate Control System ” (page 6-2). q Audio Display The audio system stat us is displayed. T o operate the audio system, refer to “ Audio System ” (page 6-16). Lighter The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON p[...]

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 overheat. l Don't use the lighter socket for plug- in accessories such as shavers and coffee pots. They may damage it or cause electrical failure. Use only a genuine Mazda lighter or the equivalent. l If the lighter[...]

Cup Holder W ARNING Using Cup Holder: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded. Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving. Don't Put Anything Other Than Cups or Drink cans in Cup Holder: Putting objects other than cups or drink cans[...]

Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the front doors. Bottle holder CAUTION Don't use the bottle holders for containers without caps. The contents may spill when the door is opened or closed. Storage Compartments W ARNING Open Storage Boxes: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. T o reduce the possibil ity of injury in[...]

q Storage Pocket T o open, push the relea se catch down and pull the lid downward. q Center Box with Lid T o use, pull the knob, and the lid opens automatically . Knob q Glove Box T o open the glove box, pull the latch toward you. Insert the master key and turn it clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to unlock. Unlock Lock q Center Console T o open,[...]

Small items can be placed in the tray of the center console lid. T o open it, pull the upper release catch. q Storage Box (5-Door/Sport W agon) T o open, turn the knobs and remove the cover . Luggage compartment, right side Knob Luggage compartment, left side Knob q Cargo Securing Loops (5-Door/ Sport W agon) W ARNING Not Securing Luggage and Cargo[...]

5-Door Sport W agon q Cargo Sub-Compartment (Sport W agon) T o use the cargo sub-compartme nt, remove trunk board A and open trunk board B. Cargo sub- compartment T runk board A T runk board B 6-54 Interior Comfort Interior Equipment[...]

Accessory Socket The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no great er than 120 W (DC12 V , 10 A). CAUTION T o prevent accessory socket damage or electrical failure, pay attention to the following: l Don't use accessories that require more than 120 W (DC12 V , 10 A). l[...]

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. 6-56 Interior Comfort Interior Equ[...]

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 ........................................................................ .........[...]

Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights shoul d always be used when you stop on or near a roadway . The hazard warning lights war n 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 turn signals don&a[...]

Spare T ire and T ool Storage Spare tire and tools are stor ed in the locations illust rated in the diagram. Sedan/5-Door Spare tire T ire hold-down bolt (Gold) Sport Wagon Spare tire Jack Lug wrench Lug wrench Jack With sub-woofer T ire hold-down bolt (Gold) With sub-woofer In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7-3[...]

q Jack T o remove the jack (Sedan) 1. Remove the jack container lid. 2. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. (5-Door/Sport W agon) 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover . 2. Remove the jack container lid. 3. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise. T o secure the jack Perform the removal procedure in reverse. 7-4 In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire[...]

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 used only for VER Y short periods. T empor ary spares should NEV ER be used for long drives or extended periods. W ARNING Driving with a T emporary Spare Tire on Ice or Snow:[...]

2. Turn the tire wing bolt counterclockwise. (5-Door) 1. For vehicles equipp ed with a sub- woofer, uncouple the connector . Connector NOTE Extra strength may be required to uncouple the connector . Be sure to squeeze the tab firmly . If uncoupling is very difficult, remove the wiring from the groove in the trunk board. Then, pull the driver's[...]

(Sport W agon) 1. Remove trunk board A and open trunk board B. T runk board B T runk board A 2. For vehicles equipp ed with a cargo sub-compartment, remove the cargo sub-compartment. 3. For vehicles equipp ed with a sub- woofer, loosen the wing bolt and remove the woofer and spare tire. Lock washer W ing bolt (Black) Sub-woofer For vehicles not equ[...]

Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. l Steering becomes difficult. l The vehicle begins to vibra te excessively . l The vehicle pulls in one direction. If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire. Stopping [...]

q Removing a Flat Tire 1. If your vehicle is equipped with a wheel cover, pry off the wheel cover with the beveled end of the lug wrench. NOTE Force the end of the lug wrench firmly between wheel and cover, or removal will be difficult. CAUTION Align the notch on the wheel cover with the valve stem when installing it. Notch T ire valve Damage could[...]

W ARNING Incorrect Jacking Position: Attempting to jack the vehicl e in positions other than those recommended in this manual is dangerous. The vehicle could slip off the jack and seriously injure or even kill someone. Use only the front and rear jacking positions recom mended in this manual. Improper Jack: Using a jack that isn't designed for[...]

q Locking Lug Nuts í If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them. This key is attached 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 and mailing it in the[...]

3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled 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, resulting in an accident. In addition, lug nuts and bolts could be damaged if tight[...]

W ARNING Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous . On a metric stud, it would not secure the wheel and would damage the stud, which could cause the wheel to slip off and cause an accident. Be sure to reinstall the same nuts you removed or replace them wit[...]

Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses powe r , or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. W ARNING Cooling Fan and Engine Inspection: Inspecting the engine with the ignition switch in the ON posit ion is dangerous. The cooling fan cou ld turn on unexpectedly even when the en[...]

If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer . 2.3-liter engine Cooling system cap Coolant reservoir Cooling system cap Coolant reservoir 3.0-liter engine If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-13). CA[...]

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 acceler ator 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 accelerator immediatel y[...]

Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly . So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a compe tent service technician do the work. W ARNING Eye Protection: W orking without eye protection is dan gerous. Battery fluid contains SULF URIC ACID which could cause bli[...]

W ARNING Low Fluid Level or Frozen Battery: Jump-starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous . It may rupture or explode, causing serious injury. Don't jump-start a frozen batt ery or one with a low fluid level. Connecting to Negative T erminal: Connecting the end of the second cable to the negative ( ) terminal of the[...]

l Connect the other end to a solid, stationary , exposed metallic point (for example, the strut mounting bolt) away from the discharged battery (4). Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in rev erse order . Discharged battery Jumper cables Booster battery 4. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes. Then start the[...]

T owing Description W e recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. A towed vehicle usually should have its front wheels off the ground. If excessive damage or other conditions[...]

CAUTION Do not use the hooks under the rear bumper for towing and tying down, as they cannot hold the load and it will damage the bumper . Hooks Recreational T owing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towi[...]

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8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction ................................................................. ................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................... ................................ 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ [...]

Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to you rself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenan ce. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reli able and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer . Factory-t[...]

Scheduled Maintenance Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operat ed mainly where none of the following condition s apply . If any do apply , follow Schedule 2 (Cana da and Puerto Rico residents foll ow Schedule 2). l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extended use of brakes l Driving in areas where salt or [...]

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 Drive belts (tension) 2.3-liter engine I 3.0-liter engine I I Engine valve clearance (2.3-liter engine) Audible inspect every 120,000 km (7[...]

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 Drive belts (tension) 2.3-liter engine I 3.0-liter engine I I Engine valve clearance (2.3-liter engine) Audible i[...]

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 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed) Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 24 months Chart symbols I: Inspect a[...]

Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician shoul d make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible. q When Refueling l Brake and clutch fluid level (page [...]

Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may resul t in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools. Improper owner maintenance durin g the warranty period m[...]

Engine Compartment Overview Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Fuse block Air filter Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) 2.3-liter en[...]

Engine Oil q Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 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. and CANADA (ILSA C) Only use oils “ Certified For Gasoline Engines ” by the American Petroleum Instit[...]

The quality designation SL, or ILSAC must be on the label. 5W-20 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 –20 50 40 30 20 10 0 –10 –20 –30 q Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. W arm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4. Pull o[...]

W ARNING Handling Used Engine Oi l: Continuous contact with used engine oil is dangerous. It cou ld cause skin cancer . Always wash with soap an d water immediately after changing oil and filter . CAUTION Remove any oil splatter from the exhaust manifold, the exhaust pipe and the shield. Oi l left on these areas will smoke when the engine is runnin[...]

Oil capacity (General reference only , refer to Specifications secti on for capacities.) NOTE l The indicated engine oil capaci ties are for general reference purposes only . When adding or changing oil, verify the engine oil level with the oil dipstick. l Use only specified engine oil (page 10-4). Changing oil filter Because you need a special too[...]

Inspect the antifreeze protection and coolant level in the coolan t reservoir at least once a year ― at the beginning of the winter season ― and before traveling where temperatures may drop below freezing. Inspect the condition and connections of all cooling system and heater hoses. Replace any that are swollen or deteriorated. The coolant shou[...]

For mixture percentage: Protection V olume Antifreeze solution Demineralized water Above – 16°C (3°F) 35% 65% Above – 26°C ( – 15°F) 45% 55% Above – 40°C ( – 40°F) 55% 45% T o change coolant W ARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap : Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is dangerous. This might lead to [...]

6. Run the engine at idle with the coo ling system cap off. Slowly add additional coolant if necessary . 7. At this point , wait until the engine reaches normal operating tem perature; then depress the acceler ator two or three times. Add more coolant, if necessary , until the system is full. 8. Install the co oling system cap. Inspect all connecti[...]

q Adding Brake/Clutch Fluid W ARNING Spilled Brake Fluid: Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes, they could be seriously injured. If this happens, immediately flush your eyes with water and get medical attention. Brake flui d spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the en[...]

If new fluid is required frequently , consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 3.0-liter engine Inspect the fluid level at each engine oil change. Add fluid if necessary; it does not require periodic changi ng. Low OK High Loosen T ighten The level must be kept between the H and L marks. V isually examine the lines and hoses for leaks and damage. 1. Par[...]

W ARNING Sudden V ehicle Movem ent: Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever . 4. With the engine still idling, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back. 5. Pull it out again[...]

W asher Fluid q Inspecting W asher Fluid Level W ARNING Substitute W asher Fluid: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirt y the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident. Use only windshield washer fluid or plai n water in the reservoir . Using W asher Fluid Withou[...]

Body Lubrication All moving points of the body , such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather . Make sure the hood' s secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released. Air Filter CAUTION Don't drive w[...]

3.0-liter engine 2. Tilt or lift the air filter cover and remove the filter . 2.3-liter engine Air filter co ver Air filter 3.0-liter engine Air filter co ver Air filter 3. Wipe inside the air cleaner housing with a damp cloth. 4. Clean or replace the filter. 5. Install in the revers e order of removal. Replace the filter according to Scheduled Mai[...]

Wiper Blades CAUTION l Hot waxes applied by automatic car washers have been known to affect the wiper's ability to clean windows. 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 forei gn matter can reduce wip[...]

2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metal 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 wiping efficiency coul[...]

q Replacing Rear Window Wiper Blade (5-Door/Sport W agon) When the wiper no longer cleans well, the blade is probably worn or cracked. Replace it. CAUTION T o prevent damage to the wiper arm and other components , don't move the wiper by hand. (5-Door) 1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the blade assembly to expose the p lastic locking clip. Comp[...]

4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber . Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. (Sport W agon) 1. Raise the wiper arm and rotat e the wiper blade to the right until it unlocks, then remove the blade. CAUTION T o prevent damage to the rear window , don't let the wiper arm fall on it. 2. Pull down the blade rubber and[...]

4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber . Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 8-27[...]

Battery W ARNING Battery-Related Lead Material s: Battery posts, terminals and related access ories contain lead and lead compo unds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. W ash hands after handlin g. Eye Protection: W orking without eye protection is dan gerous. Battery fluid contains SULF URIC ACID whic[...]

q Battery Maintenance T o get the best service from a battery: l Keep it securely mount ed. l Keep the top clean and dry . l Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or terminal grease. l Rinse off spilled electroly te immediately with a solution of water and baking soda. l If the vehicle will not be used for an [...]

q Tire Inflation Pr essure W ARNING Incorrect Tire Inflation: Overinflation or underinflation of tires is dangerous. Adverse handli ng or unexpected tire failure could result in a serious accident. Always inflate the tires to the correct pressure (page 10-7). Inspect all tire press ures monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintai[...]

Also, inspect them for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused by one or a combination of the following: l Incorrect tire pressure l Improper wheel alignment l Out-of-balance wheel l Severe braking After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to specification (page 10-7) and inspe ct the lug nuts for tightness. CAUTION Rotate unidirec[...]

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 up to 5,000 km (3,000 miles), depending on road conditions and driving habits. l The temporary spare tire is for limited use, however, if the tre[...]

Light Bulbs Luggage compartment light (Hatchback) High-mount brake light (Sedan) Headlights (High beam) Headlights (Low beam) Overhead light/ Map lights Luggage compartment light Sport Wagon Taillights Side-marker lights License plate lights Courtesy lights Front turn signal lights Parking lights Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/[...]

Y our Mazda's headlights and fog lights have replaceable halogen bulbs. W ARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass. If the glass portion is touched with bare hands, body oil could ca[...]

3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Brake lights/T aillight s, Rear turn signal lights (Sedan) 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retai ners and partially open the trunk side trim. Remov al Installation 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Bra[...]

(5-Door) 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover . Left side Right side 2. Pull the strap and remove the cover . 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Brake lights/T aillight s Rear turn signal lights 5. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. NOTE T o repla ce the [...]

(Sport W agon) 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover . Left side Right side 2. Pull the strap and remove the cover . 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/T aillights 5. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. NOTE T o repla ce[...]

4. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. (5-Door/Sport W agon) 1. Remove the cover. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. Reverse lights T aillights 4. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. High-mount brake light (Sedan) 1. Remove the high-moun [...]

(Sport W agon) 1. Remove the liftgate upper trim and high-mount brake light component. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 4. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. License plate lights 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the l[...]

4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 5. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. Overhead light/Map lights (Without overhead console) 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the trim and gently insert it in the overhead ligh t as shown in the figure, and then remove the overhead light unit. 2. Turn the[...]

V anity mirror lights Edge (5-Door) Luggage compartment light Luggage compartment light (Sport Wagon) Edge 3. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. T runk light (Sedan) 1. Press both sides of the lens cap to remove it. 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 3. Install the ne w bulb in the reverse order of removal. Maintenance an[...]

Fuses Y our vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector . If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid using that system and consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. q Fuse Repl[...]

Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electrica l components don't work and the fuses in the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced. Follow these steps: 1. Turn off the ignition switch and all other switches. 2. Remove the fuse block cover . 3. If a fuse is blown, re[...]

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 ―― ― 5 ―― ― 6 INJ 15A Injector 7 ENG BAR 10A *1 Air flow sensor, EGR control valve 15A *2 8 ENG BAR2 *1 15A O2 sensor ENG BB *2 5A Cooling fan 9 HEAD LR 10A Headlight-low beam (Right)[...]

DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 17 ENG+B 7.5A PCM, TCM 18 FUEL PUMP 15A Fuel pump 19 IG KEY 40A Windshield wiper and washer , Engine control unit, Lighter 20 P.WIND 30A Power window 21 ―― ― 22 ―― ― 23 IG KEY2 30A Rear wiper motor í , Heater control unit 24 BLOWER 40A Blower motor 25 BTN 40A Overhead light, Power door lock [...]

Fuse block (Driver's side kick-panel ) DESCRIPTION FUSE RA TING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 ENGINE IG 15A Engine control system 2 METER IG 15A Instrument cluster 3 SEA T 15A Seat warmer í , Rear window defroster 4 M.DEF 7.5A Mirror defroster 5 WIPER 20A Windshield wiper and washer 6 SAS 15 ABS unit í , SAS unit 7 ―― ― 8 A/C 15A Heater 9 METE[...]

How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda repres ents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, howe ver , can harm the paint's protective proper ties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possib le damage, with tips on how to prevent them.[...]

q W ater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew , and even tap wat er can contain harmful 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 damage your vehicle's finish. Prevention It is necessary to wash and wax your[...]

Exterior Care Follow all label and container direc tions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish W ashing T o help protect the finish from rust and deterioration, wash your Mazda thoroughly and frequently , at least once a month, with lukew arm or cold water. If the vehicle is washed imprope[...]

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings, industrial fallout, and similar deposits can damage the finish if not removed immediately . When prompt washing with plain water is ineffective, use a mild soap made for use on vehicles. Thoroughly rins e off all soap with lukewarm or cold water. Don't allow soap to dry on the finish. After washing the v[...]

CAUTION Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highl y alkaline or caustic agents on chrome- plated or anodized aluminum pa rts. This may result in damage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paint deterioration. q Underbody Maintenance Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and [...]

Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume and cosmetic oils from contacting the dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it. If these solutions get on the dashboard, wipe them off immediately . CAUTION Do not use glazing agents. Glazing agents contain ingredient s which may cause disco loration, wrinkling, c[...]

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 window . Y ou may damage the rear window defroster grid. Maintenance and Care Appearance Care 8-53[...]

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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) ................[...]

Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is our busin ess. 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 imp rovement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazd[...]

4. Purchase date and current mileage 5. Y our dealer's name and locat ion 6. Y our question(s) If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your neares t Mazda Distributor . Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance 9-3[...]

Customer Assistance (Canada) q Satisfaction Review Process Y our complete and permanent satisfaction is of prima ry concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In our experience, any questions, problems, or complaint s regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other genera[...]

Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer's service facilit ies, personnel and equipment. W e urge you to follow the above three steps in sequenc e for most effective results. q Mediation/Arbitration Program Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda'[...]

CAMV AP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories. Consumers wishing to obtai n further information about the Program should contact the Provincial Administrator at 1 (800) 207-0685, or by contacting the Canadian Motor V ehicle Arb itration Plan Office at: Canadian Motor V ehicle Arbitration Plan 235 Y orkland Boulevard, suite 300 North[...]

Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Y our complete and permanent sati sfaction 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 imp rovement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer pe[...]

Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda North American Operat ions 7755 Irvine 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) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Distributor in Each Area q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 55 V ogell Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3K5 Canada TEL:1 (800) 263[...]

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 Restraint System Limi ted W arranty l Anti-perforation Limited W arranty l Federal Emission Control W arranty (U. S.A. only) l Emission Defect W arranty l Emission Performance W arranty l California Emission Control [...]

Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety stand ards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countr ies. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfact[...]

Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific 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 vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries.[...]

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 addition to registration problems, sati sfactory service may be diff[...]

Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When yo u install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety syst em; the Mazda warranty [...]

Cell Phones W arning W ARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, comput ers, 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 d riving also ties-up the driver's hands. Use of these d[...]

T ype Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects T ype Approval of Equipment 9-15[...]

Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relat es to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. Nationa l Highway Traff ic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance. q T read W ear The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested und[...]

W ARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, und erinflation, or excessive loadin g, either separately or in combination, can cause he at buildup and possible tire failure. These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next sev[...]

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 Mo tor Corporation (Y our Mazda Importer/Distribut or). If NHTSA receives similar complaint[...]

Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-rel ated defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact T ranspo rt Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASF AD, Place de V ille T ower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K1A 0N5. For additiona[...]

Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda servi ce publications are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance an d repair . When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Deal er, refer to the chart below . If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you. PUBLICA TION ORDER [...]

10 Specifications T echnical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 V ehicle Informat ion Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications .............................. ................................................. 10-4 Specificat[...]

V ehicle Information Labels q V ehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification numbe r 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 Information Label q Tire Pr[...]

q Engine Number (3.0-liter engine only) Forward Identification Numbers 10-3[...]

Specifications q Engine Item Specification 2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine T ype DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder DOHC-24V 60°V , 6-cylinder Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in) Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in) Compression ratio 9.7 10.0 q Electrical System Ite[...]

q Capacities (Approximate Quantities) Item Unit L US qt Imp qt Engine oil 2.3-liter engine With oil filter replacement 4.3 4.5 3.8 Without oil filter replacement 3.9 4.1 3.4 3.0-liter engine With oil filter replacement 5.7 6.0 5.0 Without oil filter replacement 5.2 5.5 4.6 Coolant 2.3-liter engine 7.0 7.4 6.2 3.0-liter engine 8.5 9.0 7.5 Manual tra[...]

q W eights Item W eight GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating) Sedan 1,956 kg (4,312 lb) 5-Door/Sport W agon 2,037 kg (4,491 lb) GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) Sedan Front 1,071 kg (2,361 lb) Rear 888 kg (1,958 lb) 5-Door/Sport W agon Front 1,076 kg (2,372 lb) Rear 961 kg (2,119 lb) q Air Conditioner Gas complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating ch[...]

Interior light Light bulb Category W attage ECE R Trunk light (Sedan) 3 ― Overhead light/Map lights 5 W5W Courtesy lights 5 W5W V anity mirror lights 1.2 ― Luggage compartment light 5-Door 5 ― Sport W agon 10 ― q Tires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle. When replacing tires, Mazda recommend s that y[...]

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A Accessory Socket .............................. 6-55 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-13 Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-44 Air Filter ......................................... ... 8-21 Ambient T emperature Display ....... ... 6-47 Antenna ........................................[...]

D Dashboard Illuminatio n ............... ..... 5-26 Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-39 Defroster Rear window ........................... ... 5-42 Dimensions ............ ........................... 10-5 Door Locks ......................................... 3-7 Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-10 Driving T ips .............[...]

H Headlights Control ............ ........................... 5-38 Flashing ...................................... 5-38 High-low beam .......................... 5-38 On reminder ............................ ... 5-38 HomeLink Wireless Control System .............................................. 5-44 Hood Release ....................................[...]

O Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-24 Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-34 Overhead Console ............................. 6-51 Overhead Lights ................................ 6-44 Overheating ....................................... 7-14 Overloading .......................... ............ 4-10 P Paint Damage ..........[...]

S Storage Compartments ...................... 6-51 Cargo securi ng loops ............... ... 6-53 Cargo sub-compartment ............. 6-54 Center box .................................. 6-52 Center console ............................ 6-52 Glove box ................................... 6-52 Overhead console ....................... 6-51 Storage box ..[...]

W Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-41 Blades replacement .................... 8-23 Winter Driving .................................... 4-9 Index 1 1-7[...]

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