Owner's Manual
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... Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard Overview Wiper and washer lever (page 5-32) Driver-side air bag (page 2-17) Cruise control switches (page 5-13) Instrument cluster (page 5-17) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 5-35) Lighting control/Turn signals (page 5-30) Audio system (page 6-10) Cruise main switch (page 5-13) Shift lever (page 5-9) Fog lights switch (page 5-31) Passenger-side air bag (page 2-17) Glove box (page 6-39) Power window switches (page 3-13) Hood release handle (page 3-15) Center console (page 6-40) Ignition switch (page...
... Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard Overview Wiper and washer lever (page 5-32) Driver-side air bag (page 2-17) Cruise control switches (page 5-13) Instrument cluster (page 5-17) Hazard warning flasher switch (page 5-35) Lighting control/Turn signals (page 5-30) Audio system (page 6-10) Cruise main switch (page 5-13) Shift lever (page 5-9) Fog lights switch (page 5-31) Passenger-side air bag (page 2-17) Glove box (page 6-39) Power window switches (page 3-13) Hood release handle (page 3-15) Center console (page 6-40) Ignition switch (page...
Owner's Manual
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... 5, 2002 3:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid (page 3-9) Rear window defroster (page 5-34) High-mount brake light (page 8-35) Door and keys (page 3-2) License plate lights (page 8-35) Tires (page 8-27) Brake lights / Taillights (page 8-35) Reverse lights (page 8-35) Rear turn signal lights (page 8-35) Convertible top (page 3-17) Fuel-filler lid (page 3-14) Windshield wiper blades (page 8-24) Antenna (page 6-10) Washer fluid (page 8-22) Hood (page 3-15) Power windows (page 3-13) Outside mirrors...
... 5, 2002 3:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid (page 3-9) Rear window defroster (page 5-34) High-mount brake light (page 8-35) Door and keys (page 3-2) License plate lights (page 8-35) Tires (page 8-27) Brake lights / Taillights (page 8-35) Reverse lights (page 8-35) Rear turn signal lights (page 8-35) Convertible top (page 3-17) Fuel-filler lid (page 3-14) Windshield wiper blades (page 8-24) Antenna (page 6-10) Washer fluid (page 8-22) Hood (page 3-15) Power windows (page 3-13) Outside mirrors...
Owner's Manual
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... "Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivation Switch" (page 2-20). 2-17 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 17 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions Read this owner's manual carefully to verify what air bags (driver-side air bag, passengerside air bag) are equipped in : • The steering wheel • The passenger side dashboard In...
... "Passenger-Side Air Bag Deactivation Switch" (page 2-20). 2-17 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 17 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions Read this owner's manual carefully to verify what air bags (driver-side air bag, passengerside air bag) are equipped in : • The steering wheel • The passenger side dashboard In...
Owner's Manual
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... you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Keys and Children: Leaving children in your vehicle unattended. If your keyless entry system will affect the vehicle warranty coverage. Always remove the key from the ignition switch, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle with power windows or other controls, or even make the lost or stolen, bring all doors locked when driving. Door Locks WARNING Unattended Children...
... you have a problem with the keyless entry system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Keys and Children: Leaving children in your vehicle unattended. If your keyless entry system will affect the vehicle warranty coverage. Always remove the key from the ignition switch, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle with power windows or other controls, or even make the lost or stolen, bring all doors locked when driving. Door Locks WARNING Unattended Children...
Owner's Manual
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... Top latch 6. Lift up on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Push the unlock buttons and fully release the top latches. Remove all doors when leaving the vehicle. • Don't drive through an automatic car wash; this will deteriorate and shrink. • Lowering the top while it 's wet. the wind could damage the top. 4. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition. 3. During...
... Top latch 6. Lift up on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Push the unlock buttons and fully release the top latches. Remove all doors when leaving the vehicle. • Don't drive through an automatic car wash; this will deteriorate and shrink. • Lowering the top while it 's wet. the wind could damage the top. 4. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition. 3. During...
Owner's Manual
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.... 8. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition. 3. Sunvisor Sunvisor WARNING Fastening Mechanisms: It is dangerous to place your hand until it properly in the trunk. 6. Hold the top lift handle and pull the top up with the palm of your hands or fingers near the fastening mechanism. Park the vehicle on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Undo...
.... 8. Lower the side windows, then turn off the ignition. 3. Sunvisor Sunvisor WARNING Fastening Mechanisms: It is dangerous to place your hand until it properly in the trunk. 6. Hold the top lift handle and pull the top up with the palm of your hands or fingers near the fastening mechanism. Park the vehicle on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Undo...
Owner's Manual
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... the hardtop removed. • Don't drive through an automatic car wash; Push the unlock buttons and fully release the side latches. Park the vehicle on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Rear window defroster coupler 3-23 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 23 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks • When removing the hardtop...
... the hardtop removed. • Don't drive through an automatic car wash; Push the unlock buttons and fully release the side latches. Park the vehicle on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Rear window defroster coupler 3-23 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 23 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks • When removing the hardtop...
Owner's Manual
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... covering. Also confirm that the rear window defroster coupler is completely lowered before installing the hardtop, otherwise damage will occur to place the top latches in a dry clean area, and cover it on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Park the vehicle on a cushioning material, such as an old blanket. • Be sure the top and side latches are locked...
... covering. Also confirm that the rear window defroster coupler is completely lowered before installing the hardtop, otherwise damage will occur to place the top latches in a dry clean area, and cover it on a level surface and firmly set the parking brake. 2. Park the vehicle on a cushioning material, such as an old blanket. • Be sure the top and side latches are locked...
Owner's Manual
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...; Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for extended periods of fuel. Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your foot on a tank of time. • Avoid unnecessary hard stops. • Avoid full-throttle starts. Any loss of power steering and power brake control. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. This causes the loss of steering or braking control could...
...; Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for extended periods of fuel. Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your foot on a tank of time. • Avoid unnecessary hard stops. • Avoid full-throttle starts. Any loss of power steering and power brake control. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. This causes the loss of steering or braking control could...
Owner's Manual
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...Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ...5- 2 Ignition Switch ...5- 2 Starting the Engine ...5- 3 Brake System ...5- 4 Manual Transmission Operation ...5- 8 Automatic Transmission Controls ...5- 9 Power Steering ...5-13 Cruise Control ...5-13 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-17 Meters and Gauges ...5-17 Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ...5-22 Warning/Indicator Lights ...5-22 Beeps ...5-29 Switches and Controls ...5-30 Lighting Control ...5-30 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...5-31 Fog Lights ...5-31 Daytime Running Lights ...5-32 Windshield...
...Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ...5- 2 Ignition Switch ...5- 2 Starting the Engine ...5- 3 Brake System ...5- 4 Manual Transmission Operation ...5- 8 Automatic Transmission Controls ...5- 9 Power Steering ...5-13 Cruise Control ...5-13 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-17 Meters and Gauges ...5-17 Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps ...5-22 Warning/Indicator Lights ...5-22 Beeps ...5-29 Switches and Controls ...5-30 Lighting Control ...5-30 Turn and Lane-Change Signals ...5-31 Fog Lights ...5-31 Daytime Running Lights ...5-32 Windshield...
Owner's Manual
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... the Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is parked. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set . Removing the key allows the steering wheel to remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is in P with an automatic transmission or in 1 or R with a manual transmission. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 2 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transmission When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, keep the shift...
... the Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is parked. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set . Removing the key allows the steering wheel to remove the key from the ignition switch while the vehicle is in P with an automatic transmission or in 1 or R with a manual transmission. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 2 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transmission When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, keep the shift...
Owner's Manual
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... difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to the ON position. If you release the key; This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. 1. Make sure the parking brake is controlled by the spark ignition system. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started (page 5-22). The warning lights (except brakes) should fasten their seat belts. 2.
... difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to the ON position. If you release the key; This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. 1. Make sure the parking brake is controlled by the spark ignition system. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started (page 5-22). The warning lights (except brakes) should fasten their seat belts. 2.
Owner's Manual
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... Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as a substitute for safe driving. When both lights on for example) which usually have an accident. The driver will build up , the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. WARNING ABS: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road...
... Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as a substitute for safe driving. When both lights on for example) which usually have an accident. The driver will build up , the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. WARNING ABS: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road...
Owner's Manual
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... Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transmission Operation M Manual Transmission Shift Pattern 5-speed transmission NOTE When the engine is jump-started to reverse. M Brake Pad Wear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in neutral before being shifted to reverse by mistake. then release it slowly. (5-speed transmission) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. When you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda...
... Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transmission Operation M Manual Transmission Shift Pattern 5-speed transmission NOTE When the engine is jump-started to reverse. M Brake Pad Wear Indicator When the disc brake pads become worn, the built-in neutral before being shifted to reverse by mistake. then release it slowly. (5-speed transmission) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from 5 to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light comes on. When you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda...
Owner's Manual
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.... Move the shift lever. Start the engine. 3. Push and hold the brake pedal. 2. Depress and hold the lock-release button. 4. NOTE 3. M Overdrive Overdrive operation In D, the transmission automatically shifts to skid. Push and hold down . Remove the shift-lock override cover with a screwdriver. 2. M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transmission has a shift-lock, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise. • When the ignition switch is in park, the ignition key cannot be shifted from...
.... Move the shift lever. Start the engine. 3. Push and hold the brake pedal. 2. Depress and hold the lock-release button. 4. NOTE 3. M Overdrive Overdrive operation In D, the transmission automatically shifts to skid. Push and hold down . Remove the shift-lock override cover with a screwdriver. 2. M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transmission has a shift-lock, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise. • When the ignition switch is in park, the ignition key cannot be shifted from...
Owner's Manual
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... locks and hinges I I I Refrigerant amount (if installed) I I I Replace at the recommended time or kilometrage (mileage) period to ensure long-term reliability. 8-4 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months I R I I R R I Idle speed Air filter Fuel lines and hoses* I R I I R I I I R R I I I I L I I Hoses and tubes for emission* R Spark plugs I Brake lines, hoses and connections I Disc brakes I Steering operation and linkages Manual transmission oil Rear differential oil I Front suspension ball joints I Driveshaft dust boots I Bolts...
... locks and hinges I I I Refrigerant amount (if installed) I I I Replace at the recommended time or kilometrage (mileage) period to ensure long-term reliability. 8-4 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months I R I I R R I Idle speed Air filter Fuel lines and hoses* I R I I R I I I R R I I I I L I I Hoses and tubes for emission* R Spark plugs I Brake lines, hoses and connections I Disc brakes I Steering operation and linkages Manual transmission oil Rear differential oil I Front suspension ball joints I Driveshaft dust boots I Bolts...
Owner's Manual
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...Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I I I I I I Power steering fluid level R Manual transmission oil R Rear differential oil I Front suspension ball joints I Driveshaft dust boots I I I Bolts and nuts on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months Engine valve clearance Engine timing belt Drive belts (tension) Engine oil Puerto Rico others Engine oil filter Cooling system Engine coolant I R R I R R Engine coolant level Idle speed Air filter Fuel lines and hoses...
...Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I I I I I I Power steering fluid level R Manual transmission oil R Rear differential oil I Front suspension ball joints I Driveshaft dust boots I I I Bolts and nuts on these items will not void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months Engine valve clearance Engine timing belt Drive belts (tension) Engine oil Puerto Rico others Engine oil filter Cooling system Engine coolant I R R I R R Engine coolant level Idle speed Air filter Fuel lines and hoses...
Owner's Manual
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..., repair, adjust, or replace if necessary. (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method.) R : Replace T : Tighten L : Lubricate Maintenance Interval Months ×1000 Km Number of idling or low speed operation. system All electrical system*6 Head light alignment Brake pedals and clutch pedals Brake lines, hoses and connections Clutch fluid Brake fluid*5 Parking brake Power brake unit and hoses Disc brakes *1: Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed. *2: Replacement of electrical systems such as lights, wiper...
..., repair, adjust, or replace if necessary. (Oil-permeated air filter cannot be cleaned using the air-blow method.) R : Replace T : Tighten L : Lubricate Maintenance Interval Months ×1000 Km Number of idling or low speed operation. system All electrical system*6 Head light alignment Brake pedals and clutch pedals Brake lines, hoses and connections Clutch fluid Brake fluid*5 Parking brake Power brake unit and hoses Disc brakes *1: Also inspect and adjust the power steering and air conditioner drive belts, if installed. *2: Replacement of electrical systems such as lights, wiper...
Owner's Manual
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..., March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Power Steering Fluid M Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION • Clutch fluid will also damage it. If clutch fluid does get on a level surface, well off the engine and allow it to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for leaks and damage. 1. Mixing different fluids will damage painted surfaces. If the clutch system frequently requires new fluid, it does not require periodic changing. Consult...
..., March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Power Steering Fluid M Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level CAUTION • Clutch fluid will also damage it. If clutch fluid does get on a level surface, well off the engine and allow it to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for leaks and damage. 1. Mixing different fluids will damage painted surfaces. If the clutch system frequently requires new fluid, it does not require periodic changing. Consult...
Owner's Manual
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...32 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4-6 J Jump-Starting ...7-13 O Odometer and Trip Meter ...5-18 Outside Mirrors ...3-31 Overhead Light ...6-37 Overheating ...7-11 Overloading ...4-10 K Keyless Entry System ...3-3 Keys ...3-2 L Label Information ...10-2 Lane-Change Signals ...5-31 Light Bulbs Replacement ...8-31 Specifications ...10-6 Lighter ...6-38 Lighting Control ...5-30 Lubricant Quality ...10-4 P Paint Damage ...8-41 Parking Brake ...5-5 Parking in an Emergency ...7-2 Power Door Locks ...3-8 Power Steering ...5-13 Fluid ...8-19 Power Windows ...3-13 Push-Starting ...7-15 11-4 Form No...
...32 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4-6 J Jump-Starting ...7-13 O Odometer and Trip Meter ...5-18 Outside Mirrors ...3-31 Overhead Light ...6-37 Overheating ...7-11 Overloading ...4-10 K Keyless Entry System ...3-3 Keys ...3-2 L Label Information ...10-2 Lane-Change Signals ...5-31 Light Bulbs Replacement ...8-31 Specifications ...10-6 Lighter ...6-38 Lighting Control ...5-30 Lubricant Quality ...10-4 P Paint Damage ...8-41 Parking Brake ...5-5 Parking in an Emergency ...7-2 Power Door Locks ...3-8 Power Steering ...5-13 Fluid ...8-19 Power Windows ...3-13 Push-Starting ...7-15 11-4 Form No...