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Index: A good place to start is the Index, an alphabetical listing of the vehicle, indicates that in many ways. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to ... to cover, can find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in this manual means "Do not do that this happen". Illustrations complement the words of your Mazda. Your owner's manual, when read from your manual. Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F
Index: A good place to start is the Index, an alphabetical listing of the vehicle, indicates that in many ways. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which bodily injury or damage to ... to cover, can find several WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in this manual means "Do not do that this happen". Illustrations complement the words of your Mazda. Your owner's manual, when read from your manual. Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F
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... the outside mirror rearward until it back to reduce glare from headlights. J39L(02MY).book Page 25 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Power control mirror The ignition switch must be restricted, and you...
... the outside mirror rearward until it back to reduce glare from headlights. J39L(02MY).book Page 25 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Power control mirror The ignition switch must be restricted, and you...
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Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ...4Fuel Requirements ...4Emission Control System ...4Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ...42 2 3 4 Before Starting the Engine ...4- 5 Before Getting In ...4- 5 After Getting In ...4- 5 Driving Tips ...4- 6 Break-In Period ...4- 6 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4- 6 Hazardous Driving ...4- 7 Rocking the Vehicle ...4- 7 Winter Driving ...4- 8 Driving In... ...4-10 Overloading ...4-10 Trailer Towing ...4-11 4-1 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F J39L(02MY).book Page 1 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your...
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ...4Fuel Requirements ...4Emission Control System ...4Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ...42 2 3 4 Before Starting the Engine ...4- 5 Before Getting In ...4- 5 After Getting In ...4- 5 Driving Tips ...4- 6 Break-In Period ...4- 6 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4- 6 Hazardous Driving ...4- 7 Rocking the Vehicle ...4- 7 Winter Driving ...4- 8 Driving In... ...4-10 Overloading ...4-10 Trailer Towing ...4-11 4-1 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F J39L(02MY).book Page 1 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your...
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... the exhaust system gets very hot during normal use. In some states, such modification made by a qualified technician. • Don't try to push-start or pull-start your Mazda with any modification to the original-equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is also subject to penalties. 4-3 Form...
... the exhaust system gets very hot during normal use. In some states, such modification made by a qualified technician. • Don't try to push-start or pull-start your Mazda with any modification to the original-equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is also subject to penalties. 4-3 Form...
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...Loss of consciousness or even death could be injured or killed. J39L(02MY).book Page 4 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. This gas contains carbon ...monoxide (CO), which is dangerous. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle before starting the engine. 4-4 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to enter the cabin.
...Loss of consciousness or even death could be injured or killed. J39L(02MY).book Page 4 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. This gas contains carbon ...monoxide (CO), which is dangerous. If you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle before starting the engine. 4-4 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to enter the cabin.
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... and other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. J39L(02MY).book Page 5 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirror (s), and outside mirrors adjusted? • Is everyone's seat belt fastened? ... a leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. NOTE After Getting In • Are all warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to back up, make sure the parking brake warning...
... and other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. J39L(02MY).book Page 5 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirror (s), and outside mirrors adjusted? • Is everyone's seat belt fastened? ... a leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. NOTE After Getting In • Are all warning lights when the ignition switch is turned to back up, make sure the parking brake warning...
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... special break-in is dangerous. Never turn off the engine to help save money on a tank of fuel. Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda. • Don't race the engine. • Don't maintain one constant speed for long. • Don't drive constantly at high speeds. • Slow down...far it will travel on fuel and repairs. • Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. This causes the loss of steering or braking control could cause an accident. Use these suggestions to coast down...
... special break-in is dangerous. Never turn off the engine to help save money on a tank of fuel. Money-Saving Suggestions How you operate your Mazda. • Don't race the engine. • Don't maintain one constant speed for long. • Don't drive constantly at high speeds. • Slow down...far it will travel on fuel and repairs. • Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. This causes the loss of steering or braking control could cause an accident. Use these suggestions to coast down...
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... Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is dangerous. J39L(02MY).book Page 7 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is not equipped ... is necessary to skid. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transaxle failure, and tire damage. The sudden change in starting, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels. If your vehicle is dangerous.
... Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is dangerous. J39L(02MY).book Page 7 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is not equipped ... is necessary to skid. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transaxle failure, and tire damage. The sudden change in starting, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels. If your vehicle is dangerous.
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J39L(02MY).book Page 1 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM 5 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 Transaxle Operation ...5- 8 Automatic Transaxle Controls ...5- 9 Power Steering ...5-13 Cruise Control ...5-13 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-20 Meters and Gauges ...5-20 ...
J39L(02MY).book Page 1 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM 5 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 Transaxle Operation ...5- 8 Automatic Transaxle Controls ...5- 9 Power Steering ...5-13 Cruise Control ...5-13 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-20 Meters and Gauges ...5-20 ...
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... Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is parked. J39L(02MY).book Page 2 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, keep the shift lever in at the...
... Parking Brake: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake is parked. J39L(02MY).book Page 2 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle When turning the ignition switch to the LOCK position, keep the shift lever in at the...
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...Page 3 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE If turning the key is started (page 5-24). Engine-starting is on. 3. Occupants should be checked after the engine is started in this position. Keep the pedal depressed while cranking the engine... system meets all the way and shift into neutral (N). NOTE The starter will operate. then it returns to side. START The engine is started (page 5-24). ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will not operate if the shift lever is...
...Page 3 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE If turning the key is started (page 5-24). Engine-starting is on. 3. Occupants should be checked after the engine is started in this position. Keep the pedal depressed while cranking the engine... system meets all the way and shift into neutral (N). NOTE The starter will operate. then it returns to side. START The engine is started (page 5-24). ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will not operate if the shift lever is...
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...power-assist could cause loss of vehicle control and a serious accident. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up without use . Brake System M Foot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use of the brakes. Otherwise, you can stop...or steadily applying the brakes for long distances is dangerous. J39L(02MY).book Page 4 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 5. Should power-assist fail, you may damage the starter and drain the battery. 6. CAUTION Don't try the starter for about ...
...power-assist could cause loss of vehicle control and a serious accident. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up without use . Brake System M Foot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use of the brakes. Otherwise, you can stop...or steadily applying the brakes for long distances is dangerous. J39L(02MY).book Page 4 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 5. Should power-assist fail, you may damage the starter and drain the battery. 6. CAUTION Don't try the starter for about ...
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... the button. It goes off the right-of the brake linings or pads. J39L(02MY).book Page 5 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Releasing the parking brake WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with the ignition switch in the...
... the button. It goes off the right-of the brake linings or pads. J39L(02MY).book Page 5 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Releasing the parking brake WARNING Driving with Wet Brakes: Driving with the ignition switch in the...
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... time is dangerous. Have it may go closer to the floor. In this case, the ABS warning light comes on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible. WARNING Brake Warning Light: Driving with this light remains on, have your brakes may turn...immediately and add fluid as possible. After adding fluid, check the light again. J39L(02MY).book Page 6 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Low brake fluid level warning You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it towed to an Authorized...
... time is dangerous. Have it may go closer to the floor. In this case, the ABS warning light comes on , and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible. WARNING Brake Warning Light: Driving with this light remains on, have your brakes may turn...immediately and add fluid as possible. After adding fluid, check the light again. J39L(02MY).book Page 6 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Low brake fluid level warning You may notice that the pedal is harder to push or that it towed to an Authorized...
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...hear a chattering noise from the brake system. If the ABS warning light stays on the brake pedal. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as a substitute for a few seconds when the ignition switch is dangerous. When both lights on , the rear wheels ...The ABS cannot compensate for example) which usually have an accident. J39L(02MY).book Page 7 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of surface layer when the wheels skid. 5-7 Form ...
...hear a chattering noise from the brake system. If the ABS warning light stays on the brake pedal. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as a substitute for a few seconds when the ignition switch is dangerous. When both lights on , the rear wheels ...The ABS cannot compensate for example) which usually have an accident. J39L(02MY).book Page 7 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of surface layer when the wheels skid. 5-7 Form ...
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...down while shifting; When you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-8 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F As soon as you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as shown. This is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light.... then release it slowly. The shift lever must be replaced. J39L(02MY).book Page 8 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transaxle Operation M Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern NOTE When the engine is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction.
...down while shifting; When you hear a screeching noise consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5-8 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F As soon as you hear this noise, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as shown. This is jump-started to charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABS warning light.... then release it slowly. The shift lever must be replaced. J39L(02MY).book Page 8 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transaxle Operation M Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern NOTE When the engine is due to a weak battery, not a malfunction.
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... shifting to shift (The ignition switch must hold the vehicle on an upgrade. J39L(02MY).book Page 9 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Lock-release button To prevent unsafe shifting Overdrive button For gear selection with either a three-speed or four-speed transaxle...
... shifting to shift (The ignition switch must hold the vehicle on an upgrade. J39L(02MY).book Page 9 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Lock-release button To prevent unsafe shifting Overdrive button For gear selection with either a three-speed or four-speed transaxle...
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J39L(02MY).book Page 10 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter. If the engine is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, ... the transaxle. Do not exceed 108 km/h (67 mph) in the 2 position. 1 (Low) Use the 1 position for maximum power in hard-pulling situations, or for starting on . 5-10 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F R (Reverse) In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. D (Drive) D is helpful when driving in the 1 position. From a stop...
J39L(02MY).book Page 10 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter. If the engine is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, ... the transaxle. Do not exceed 108 km/h (67 mph) in the 2 position. 1 (Low) Use the 1 position for maximum power in hard-pulling situations, or for starting on . 5-10 Form No. 8Q36-EA-01F R (Reverse) In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. D (Drive) D is helpful when driving in the 1 position. From a stop...
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J39L(02MY).book Page 11 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift-lock, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise. Depress and hold the ...-release button. 4. To allow engine braking when going down a steep grade, make sure the overdrive button is in the off the overdrive, push the button. Start the engine. 3. To turn it when: • Going up a steep grade. • Driving in stop-and-go traffic. • Pulling heavy loads. Push and hold...
J39L(02MY).book Page 11 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift-lock, which improves fuel economy and reduces noise. Depress and hold the ...-release button. 4. To allow engine braking when going down a steep grade, make sure the overdrive button is in the off the overdrive, push the button. Start the engine. 3. To turn it when: • Going up a steep grade. • Driving in stop-and-go traffic. • Pulling heavy loads. Push and hold...
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...grades from a stop To climb a steep grade from overheating. J39L(02MY).book Page 12 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving O/D OFF indicator light Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to 2 or 1, depending on the load weight and grade... 3. Descend slowly, using the brakes only occasionally to your transaxle. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to prevent them from a stopped position: 1. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Shift to D or 1, ...
...grades from a stop To climb a steep grade from overheating. J39L(02MY).book Page 12 Thursday, November 1, 2001 10:49 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving O/D OFF indicator light Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to 2 or 1, depending on the load weight and grade... 3. Descend slowly, using the brakes only occasionally to your transaxle. Continuing to drive your Mazda in this condition could cause damage to prevent them from a stopped position: 1. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Shift to D or 1, ...