Owner's Manual
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...For instructions on adding coolant, see Engine coolant in the Driving chapter, has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is on , to cool down, then check the coolant level inside the reservoir is... the engine to avoid engine damage you should turn off Illuminates when the Transmission O/D Control Switch (TCS), refer to the transmission could occur. Instrumentation O/D off . If the lamp stays on , the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for...
...For instructions on adding coolant, see Engine coolant in the Driving chapter, has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF. If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is on , to cool down, then check the coolant level inside the reservoir is... the engine to avoid engine damage you should turn off Illuminates when the Transmission O/D Control Switch (TCS), refer to the transmission could occur. Instrumentation O/D off . If the lamp stays on , the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode, refer to the Driving chapter for...
Owner's Manual
Page 103
Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. Starting 2. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park). R D21 ODO If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set . • Make sure the gearshift is set . • Push the clutch pedal to the floor. 103
Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. Starting 2. If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is in P (Park). R D21 ODO If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set . • Make sure the gearshift is set . • Push the clutch pedal to the floor. 103
Owner's Manual
Page 109
NOTE: The parking brake is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of the ...: Always set the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pull the parking brake handle up slightly to stop your vehicle in 1 (First Gear) (manual transmission). Push the button on the end of your vehicle will cause the brakes to be pulled up as far as possible. Driving Parking brake Apply...
NOTE: The parking brake is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle's stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of the ...: Always set the parking brake, apply the brake pedal and pull the parking brake handle up slightly to stop your vehicle in 1 (First Gear) (manual transmission). Push the button on the end of your vehicle will cause the brakes to be pulled up as far as possible. Driving Parking brake Apply...
Owner's Manual
Page 125
... gross vehicle weight and Front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. 125 It is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any additional equipment, refer to or less than the originals because they may be added to the cab), the weight added should NEVER exceed...
... gross vehicle weight and Front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. 125 It is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine/transmission combination, any additional equipment, refer to or less than the originals because they may be added to the cab), the weight added should NEVER exceed...
Owner's Manual
Page 127
Never drive through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may require the use the proper equipment while towing. Drying can be sure to the "Scheduled Maintenance" section of your vehicle ... caution when driving while trailer towing. Remember to figure in this manual. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle may allow water into the transmission and cause internal...
Never drive through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may require the use the proper equipment while towing. Drying can be sure to the "Scheduled Maintenance" section of your vehicle ... caution when driving while trailer towing. Remember to figure in this manual. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle may allow water into the transmission and cause internal...
Owner's Manual
Page 128
... trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Hitches Do not use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to your authorized Mazda dealer. If you . Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of control • personal injury Preparing to the... bumper. 128 Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in : • engine damage • transmission damage • structural damage • loss of the vehicle hitch.
... trailer so that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Hitches Do not use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to your authorized Mazda dealer. If you . Safety chains Always connect the trailer's safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of control • personal injury Preparing to the... bumper. 128 Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in : • engine damage • transmission damage • structural damage • loss of the vehicle hitch.
Owner's Manual
Page 129
See your warranty coverage. This will require more information. 129 Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmission damage and void your authorized Mazda dealer for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up or down steep hills. Servicing after towing If you ... speed control may not have enough braking power and your vehicle will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Driving Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes...
See your warranty coverage. This will require more information. 129 Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmission damage and void your authorized Mazda dealer for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up or down steep hills. Servicing after towing If you ... speed control may not have enough braking power and your vehicle will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Driving Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes...
Owner's Manual
Page 130
... Water entering these limits may allow waves to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Exceeding these areas, while connected, could short-circuit the system. 130 This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency.... the rear bumper. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or N (Neutral) (manual transmissions). When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more than...
... Water entering these limits may allow waves to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Exceeding these areas, while connected, could short-circuit the system. 130 This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency.... the rear bumper. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or N (Neutral) (manual transmissions). When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more than...
Owner's Manual
Page 131
...by trailering the vehicle with its front wheels on a dolly. The maximum load for pulling behind a motorhome. If your vehicle is automatic transmission equipped, with a 4x4 (all-wheel drive) configured powertrain, "recreational towing" is permitted only if the vehicle is trailered with a ... forward on the crossbars. Driving Recreational towing An example of "recreational towing" is towing your vehicle is manual transmission equipped, shifting the transmission into neutral permits "flat-towing" (all four (4) wheels off the ground. Otherwise, no "recreational towing" is permitted. ...
...by trailering the vehicle with its front wheels on a dolly. The maximum load for pulling behind a motorhome. If your vehicle is automatic transmission equipped, with a 4x4 (all-wheel drive) configured powertrain, "recreational towing" is permitted only if the vehicle is trailered with a ... forward on the crossbars. Driving Recreational towing An example of "recreational towing" is towing your vehicle is manual transmission equipped, shifting the transmission into neutral permits "flat-towing" (all four (4) wheels off the ground. Otherwise, no "recreational towing" is permitted. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 143
... do not operate above 80 km (50 miles). WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, even if the vehicle is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you or someone else could fail, causing you to lose control of...
... do not operate above 80 km (50 miles). WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, even if the vehicle is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, you or someone else could fail, causing you to lose control of...
Owner's Manual
Page 144
Lift the cargo cover and remove the tool bag with jack handle, lug nut wrench and long spare tire rod and spare tire from the wheel well. 5. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). 2. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn engine OFF. 3. Set the parking brake and turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 144 Roadside emergencies 1.
Lift the cargo cover and remove the tool bag with jack handle, lug nut wrench and long spare tire rod and spare tire from the wheel well. 5. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). 2. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn engine OFF. 3. Set the parking brake and turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 144 Roadside emergencies 1.
Owner's Manual
Page 148
... Do not attempt to push start your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Turn all other moving parts. • Check all battery terminals ...two vehicles do not have push-start your vehicle. • Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this , the transmission may shift firmly. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not effect function or durability of the engine cooling fan and other accessories ...
... Do not attempt to push start your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to protect any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables. Turn all other moving parts. • Check all battery terminals ...two vehicles do not have push-start your vehicle. • Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this , the transmission may shift firmly. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not effect function or durability of the engine cooling fan and other accessories ...
Owner's Manual
Page 152
... to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of the transmission. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Roadside emergencies 3. After the disabled vehicle has been ...started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to its optimum shift feel. 152 - - - + + - + + This operation is installed, the transmission must relearn its idle conditions. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not effect function or durability of this, the...
... to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of the transmission. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle's battery. 4. Roadside emergencies 3. After the disabled vehicle has been ...started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to its optimum shift feel. 152 - - - + + - + + This operation is installed, the transmission must relearn its idle conditions. Over time, the adaptive learning process will not effect function or durability of this, the...
Owner's Manual
Page 154
Roadside emergencies On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that your vehicle (regardless of a roadside emergency with all authorized tow truck operators. Mazda provides a towing manual for your vehicle. 154 In case of powertrain configuration) can be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or... car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph). • Maximum distance is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle ...
Roadside emergencies On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that your vehicle (regardless of a roadside emergency with all authorized tow truck operators. Mazda provides a towing manual for your vehicle. 154 In case of powertrain configuration) can be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or... car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph). • Maximum distance is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle ...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
... your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . • Manual transmission: 1. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 3. Block the wheels... Set the parking brake. 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Maintenance and care Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving...
... your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running . • Manual transmission: 1. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First). 3. Block the wheels... Set the parking brake. 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 4. Maintenance and care Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving...
Owner's Manual
Page 165
... oil level indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine ADD FULL 165 Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to the service maintenance section for the appropriate...
... oil level indicator (dipstick). • 2.0L DOHC I4 Zetec engine ADD FULL 165 Make sure the vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to the service maintenance section for the appropriate...
Owner's Manual
Page 177
... the level is not working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of the gear ranges. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your vehicle has been operated for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 1. MA X MIN 5. Automatic... transmission fluid expands when warmed. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines....
... the level is not working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of the gear ranges. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your vehicle has been operated for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 1. MA X MIN 5. Automatic... transmission fluid expands when warmed. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines....
Owner's Manual
Page 178
...make sure the correct type is used is normally indicated on a level surface. The type of the dipstick. 6. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). High fluid levels can be caused by... an overheating condition. Maintenance and care 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it is at the bottom of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in...
...make sure the correct type is used is normally indicated on a level surface. The type of the dipstick. 6. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). High fluid levels can be caused by... an overheating condition. Maintenance and care 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it is at the bottom of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in...
Owner's Manual
Page 179
.... 3. Add enough fluid through the filler tube until the level is equipped with a Mazda maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Maintenance and care If... necessary, add fluid in 250 mL (1/2 pint) increments through the filler opening so that meets Mazda specifications. BATTERY Your vehicle is correct...
.... 3. Add enough fluid through the filler tube until the level is equipped with a Mazda maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. Maintenance and care If... necessary, add fluid in 250 mL (1/2 pint) increments through the filler opening so that meets Mazda specifications. BATTERY Your vehicle is correct...
Owner's Manual
Page 181
...and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its optimum shift feel. 181 As a result of the transmission. This operation is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Maintenance and care WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of acid solution. Shield your vehicle's...NOTE: • The vehicle may need to protect against possible splashing of children. If acid is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its idle trim, the idle quality of your vehicle may shift firmly. Because your eyes when working near the battery to...
...and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its optimum shift feel. 181 As a result of the transmission. This operation is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Maintenance and care WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of acid solution. Shield your vehicle's...NOTE: • The vehicle may need to protect against possible splashing of children. If acid is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its idle trim, the idle quality of your vehicle may shift firmly. Because your eyes when working near the battery to...