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Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist Power Window Lockout 4 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist Power Windows Front/Rear Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist Power Window Lockout 4 Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
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Instrumentation Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is engaged. WARNING: Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to the Seating and...
Instrumentation Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is engaged. WARNING: Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to the Seating and...
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Driving After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of a ...possibility of (Drive). 123 Rear axle lubricant quantities should be checked and changed , if necessary. NOTE:If the rear axle is submerged in water, their fluids should be checked unless a leak is suspected. You could damage drive components. Drive straight up steep grades. (Overdrive) into the transaxle may damage the ...
Driving After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of a ...possibility of (Drive). 123 Rear axle lubricant quantities should be checked and changed , if necessary. NOTE:If the rear axle is submerged in water, their fluids should be checked unless a leak is suspected. You could damage drive components. Drive straight up steep grades. (Overdrive) into the transaxle may damage the ...
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... minus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weight plus payload weight. In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle...8226; Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. • When braking, apply the brakes as you normally would. The GAWR is not a limit or a specification. • GVWR...
... minus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weight plus payload weight. In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver's door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle...8226; Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. • When braking, apply the brakes as you normally would. The GAWR is not a limit or a specification. • GVWR...
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...high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, GEM (Door Lock Relay Coil), Power Seat 10A Audio, Cluster, Interior ... Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Rating Description 15A Left/Right Stoplamps, Hight Mounted Stoplamp, Left/Right Trailer Stoplamp, ABS Unit, ASC Unit (Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM, Shift Solenoid 30A Power Window Motor - If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the...
...high-current fuses that protect your vehicle's main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. Right Front, Left Front, Right Rear, Left Rear, GEM (Door Lock Relay Coil), Power Seat 10A Audio, Cluster, Interior ... Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Rating Description 15A Left/Right Stoplamps, Hight Mounted Stoplamp, Left/Right Trailer Stoplamp, ABS Unit, ASC Unit (Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM, Shift Solenoid 30A Power Window Motor - If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the...
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...Mazda recommends that all lights I I I I I I I I I I I CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I Brake fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Disc brakes I I I Drum brakes I Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I I I I I Steering operation and linkages I Power steering fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Manual transaxle oil Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) Automatic transaxle fluid... I I Exhaust system heat shields I All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if equipped) Refrigerant amount I I I ...
...Mazda recommends that all lights I I I I I I I I I I I CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections I Brake fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Disc brakes I I I Drum brakes I Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I I I I I I I I I I I Steering operation and linkages I Power steering fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Manual transaxle oil Replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) Automatic transaxle fluid... I I Exhaust system heat shields I All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if equipped) Refrigerant amount I I I ...
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Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine 1 2 3 4 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 8 7 6 5 Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Power distribution box Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Windshield washer fluid reservoir 163
Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine 1 2 3 4 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 8 7 6 5 Power steering fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Brake fluid reservoir Air filter assembly Power distribution box Battery Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Windshield washer fluid reservoir 163
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Refer to meet Mazda specifications. However, if DOT 3 is toxic. WARNING: If you use DOT 5 or any other brake fluid that is recommended. DOT 3 fluid is not DOT 3 or DOT 4, you will cause permanent damage to your brakes. 169 Maintenance and care BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be used. WARNING: Brake fluid is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be checked...
Refer to meet Mazda specifications. However, if DOT 3 is toxic. WARNING: If you use DOT 5 or any other brake fluid that is recommended. DOT 3 fluid is not DOT 3 or DOT 4, you will cause permanent damage to your brakes. 169 Maintenance and care BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be used. WARNING: Brake fluid is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be checked...
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... fuel. Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for 15 minutes. If the level is toxic. For more information on brake fluid maintenance, refer to Brake fluid in this may cause the brakes to fail. WARNING: Brake fluid is low, add enough fluid to Lubricant specifications in...
... fuel. Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for 15 minutes. If the level is toxic. For more information on brake fluid maintenance, refer to Brake fluid in this may cause the brakes to fail. WARNING: Brake fluid is low, add enough fluid to Lubricant specifications in...
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...normal operating temperature. 2. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it is low, add fluid in this range. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to engage. 4. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the reservoir. Maintenance and care 4. To obtain an accurate...scheduled maintenance section for scheduled intervals for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to put the cap back on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of fluid leakage. Check the fluid level in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 177 ...
...normal operating temperature. 2. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it is low, add fluid in this range. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to engage. 4. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the reservoir. Maintenance and care 4. To obtain an accurate...scheduled maintenance section for scheduled intervals for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to put the cap back on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of fluid leakage. Check the fluid level in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 177 ...
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...regular basis will reduce minor scratches and paint damage. Use tar remover to remove any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy. Use a cleaning fluid with Genuine Mazda Touch-Up Paint. Avoid getting wax on the windshield, or on any tar spots. Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to dry ...them. After washing, apply the brakes several times to the vehicle's paintwork. Inspect for road damage. If you have wax applied to the vehicle ...
...regular basis will reduce minor scratches and paint damage. Use tar remover to remove any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy. Use a cleaning fluid with Genuine Mazda Touch-Up Paint. Avoid getting wax on the windshield, or on any tar spots. Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to dry ...them. After washing, apply the brakes several times to the vehicle's paintwork. Inspect for road damage. If you have wax applied to the vehicle ...
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Capacities and specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Classification High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid API service SJ, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil API service SH or SJ, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, ACEA ... line on reservoir Engine oil (including filter change) 2.0L I4 Zetec engine 4.25L (4.5 quarts) 3.0L V6 Duratec 5.2L (5.5 engine quarts) Fuel tank Power steering fluid Transmission fluid 1 2.0L I4 Zetec 57L (15 gallons) engine 3.0L V6 Duratec 61L (16 gallons) engine MERCON All Fill to line on reservoir API service GL-4 Manual...
Capacities and specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Brake fluid Classification High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid API service SJ, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil API service SH or SJ, SAE 5W-20, 5W-30, 10W-30, ACEA ... line on reservoir Engine oil (including filter change) 2.0L I4 Zetec engine 4.25L (4.5 quarts) 3.0L V6 Duratec 5.2L (5.5 engine quarts) Fuel tank Power steering fluid Transmission fluid 1 2.0L I4 Zetec 57L (15 gallons) engine 3.0L V6 Duratec 61L (16 gallons) engine MERCON All Fill to line on reservoir API service GL-4 Manual...
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... charging system warning light ...12 jumping a disabled battery ...147 maintenance-free ...179 servicing ...179 Brakes ...107 anti-lock ...107-108 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...10, 108 brake warning light ...10 fluid, checking and adding ...169 fluid, refill capacities ...212 fluid, specifications ...214 lubricant specifications ...214 parking ...109 shift interlock ...111 Break-in period...
... charging system warning light ...12 jumping a disabled battery ...147 maintenance-free ...179 servicing ...179 Brakes ...107 anti-lock ...107-108 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...10, 108 brake warning light ...10 fluid, checking and adding ...169 fluid, refill capacities ...212 fluid, specifications ...214 lubricant specifications ...214 parking ...109 shift interlock ...111 Break-in period...
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... indicator (see Turn signal) ...50 Liftgate ...56 Lights, warning and indicator ...8 air bag ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10, 108 anti-theft ...11 228 brake ...10 charging system ...12 cruise indicator ...11 door ajar ...12 fuel cap light ...14 high beam ...11 low... towing ...124 Loading instructions ...126 Locks childproof ...53 doors ...52 Lubricant specifications ...214 M Manual transaxle ...116 fluid, checking and adding ...179 reverse ...118 Manual transmission fluid capacities ...212 Mirrors cleaning ...211 fold away ...19 side view mirrors (power) ...18 Moon roof ...47 Motorcraft...
... indicator (see Turn signal) ...50 Liftgate ...56 Lights, warning and indicator ...8 air bag ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...10, 108 anti-theft ...11 228 brake ...10 charging system ...12 cruise indicator ...11 door ajar ...12 fuel cap light ...14 high beam ...11 low... towing ...124 Loading instructions ...126 Locks childproof ...53 doors ...52 Lubricant specifications ...214 M Manual transaxle ...116 fluid, checking and adding ...179 reverse ...118 Manual transmission fluid capacities ...212 Mirrors cleaning ...211 fold away ...19 side view mirrors (power) ...18 Moon roof ...47 Motorcraft...
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... oil) ...165 Overdrive ...112 P Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...57 Parking ...118 Parking brake ...109 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...139 Power door locks ...52 Power steering ...110 fluid, checking and adding ...176 fluid, refill capacity ...212 fluid, specifications ...214 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...110 R Radio ...23 Rear window defroster ...19 Relays...
... oil) ...165 Overdrive ...112 P Panic alarm feature, remote entry system ...57 Parking ...118 Parking brake ...109 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...139 Power door locks ...52 Power steering ...110 fluid, checking and adding ...176 fluid, refill capacity ...212 fluid, specifications ...214 Preparing to drive your vehicle ...110 R Radio ...23 Rear window defroster ...19 Relays...