Owner's Manual
Page 131
... buckled their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. If starting the vehicle: 1. Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in order to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure ... than normal in P (Park). Driving WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect your authorized...
... buckled their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. If starting the vehicle: 1. Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in order to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure ... than normal in P (Park). Driving WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect your authorized...
Owner's Manual
Page 137
... greatly and the handling of the following: • Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) 137 STEERING Your vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First Gear) (manual transmission). Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake...
... greatly and the handling of the following: • Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) 137 STEERING Your vehicle is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First Gear) (manual transmission). Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake...
Owner's Manual
Page 160
... chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. m2 (ft)2 2.0L w/manual 1,878 (4,140) 453 (1,000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L 2,404 (5,300) 907 (2,000) 2.2 (24) w/automatic transmission 3.0L 3,103 (6,840) 1,587 (3,500) 2.8 (30) w/automatic transmission and towing package 160 Trailer towing puts additional loads on your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure...
... chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. m2 (ft)2 2.0L w/manual 1,878 (4,140) 453 (1,000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L 2,404 (5,300) 907 (2,000) 2.2 (24) w/automatic transmission 3.0L 3,103 (6,840) 1,587 (3,500) 2.8 (30) w/automatic transmission and towing package 160 Trailer towing puts additional loads on your safety and to maximize vehicle performance, be sure...
Owner's Manual
Page 161
... limit of the vehicle and could result in this chapter. m2 (ft)2 2.0L w/manual 1,932 (4,260) 453 (1,000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L 2,477 (5,460) 907 (2,000) 2.2 (24) w/automatic transmission 3.0L 3,175 (7,000) 1, 587 (3,500) 2.8 (30) w/automatic transmission and towing package Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (100 ft.) elevation. WARNING: Do...
... limit of the vehicle and could result in this chapter. m2 (ft)2 2.0L w/manual 1,932 (4,260) 453 (1,000) 2.2 (24) transmission 3.0L 2,477 (5,460) 907 (2,000) 2.2 (24) w/automatic transmission 3.0L 3,175 (7,000) 1, 587 (3,500) 2.8 (30) w/automatic transmission and towing package Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (100 ft.) elevation. WARNING: Do...
Owner's Manual
Page 163
... than 15 cm (6 inches) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 163 This will also assist in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or N (Neutral) (manual transmissions). • Vehicles with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should not be no more information. Trailer towing tips ... a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. If you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you tow a trailer for long distances, your local motor vehicle speed regulations for stopping with trailers should be parked on a grade. ...
... than 15 cm (6 inches) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. 163 This will also assist in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or N (Neutral) (manual transmissions). • Vehicles with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should not be no more information. Trailer towing tips ... a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. If you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off automatically when you tow a trailer for long distances, your local motor vehicle speed regulations for stopping with trailers should be parked on a grade. ...
Owner's Manual
Page 164
...km/h (75 mph) but you should always obey local speed limits. Otherwise, no "recreational towing" is towing your vehicle is automatic transmission equipped, with a 4x2 (front-wheel drive only) configured powertrain, "recreational towing" is trailered with its front wheels on the...motorhome. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Water entering these limits may be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. If your ...
...km/h (75 mph) but you should always obey local speed limits. Otherwise, no "recreational towing" is towing your vehicle is automatic transmission equipped, with a 4x2 (front-wheel drive only) configured powertrain, "recreational towing" is trailered with its front wheels on the...motorhome. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and causing internal transmission damage. Water entering these limits may be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required. If your ...
Owner's Manual
Page 176
... vehicle is diagonally opposite (other type of vehicle Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be seriously injured. 176 When driving with the temporary spare tire...vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel rim ...
... vehicle is diagonally opposite (other type of vehicle Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be seriously injured. 176 When driving with the temporary spare tire...vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the Safety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle's reduced ground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel rim ...
Owner's Manual
Page 177
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. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Set the parking brake and turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 177 Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn engine OFF. 3. Roadside Emergencies 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). 2.
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. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Set the parking brake and turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 177 Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn engine OFF. 3. Roadside Emergencies 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or R (Reverse) (manual transmission). 2.
Owner's Manual
Page 180
... fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. You could result in the tool bag needs to be reattached to push start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. 180 NOTE: The cargo cover can not be installed. 11. An explosion could damage the catalytic converter. Make sure...
... fastened so it does not rattle when you drive. You could result in the tool bag needs to be reattached to push start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. 180 NOTE: The cargo cover can not be installed. 11. An explosion could damage the catalytic converter. Make sure...
Owner's Manual
Page 209
...prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is running . 209 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. ...• Manual transmission: 1. Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove...
...prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is running . 209 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. ...• Manual transmission: 1. Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove...
Owner's Manual
Page 213
Note: Do not put washer fluid in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 213 Make sure the vehicle is on volatile organic compounds may harm engine and cooling system components. Washer fluid placed in this chapter. ...weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Add fluid to Refill capacities in the cooling system may restrict the use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,...
Note: Do not put washer fluid in P (Park) (automatic transmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 213 Make sure the vehicle is on volatile organic compounds may harm engine and cooling system components. Washer fluid placed in this chapter. ...weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Add fluid to Refill capacities in the cooling system may restrict the use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle's paint finish,...
Owner's Manual
Page 218
...lead compounds. Drive the vehicle to idle for at least one minute. 5. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for a minimum of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with skin, eyes or ...fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. As a result of acid solution. Because your hands on the end walls ...
...lead compounds. Drive the vehicle to idle for at least one minute. 5. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for a minimum of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with skin, eyes or ...fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to flow through the vent caps, resulting in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. As a result of acid solution. Because your hands on the end walls ...
Owner's Manual
Page 236
...Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is warmed up (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at high speeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer,... not consume fluid. Install the dipstick making sure it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. The normal ...
...Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is warmed up (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at high speeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer,... not consume fluid. Install the dipstick making sure it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. The normal ...
Owner's Manual
Page 237
... and/or possible damage. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be in this chapter. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used is correct. The use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. High fluid levels can be removed by an overheating condition...
... and/or possible damage. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be in this chapter. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used is correct. The use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or cleaning agents. High fluid levels can be removed by an overheating condition...
Owner's Manual
Page 245
... is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with automatic transaxle 4X4 10.0L (10.6 quarts) 1.4L (2.96 pints) 5 All 2.6L (2.7 quarts) Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Transmission fluid 1 Classification API service GL...4X4) 3.0L engine with Automatic transaxle and oil cooler 4X4 (Automatic) Capacity 2.7L (2.85 quarts) 2 2.2L (2.32 quarts) 2 12.7L (13.4 quarts) 3 Transfer Case Engine coolant 4 SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant API service GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Mazda green-colored or yellow-colored ...
... is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with automatic transaxle 4X4 10.0L (10.6 quarts) 1.4L (2.96 pints) 5 All 2.6L (2.7 quarts) Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Transmission fluid 1 Classification API service GL...4X4) 3.0L engine with Automatic transaxle and oil cooler 4X4 (Automatic) Capacity 2.7L (2.85 quarts) 2 2.2L (2.32 quarts) 2 12.7L (13.4 quarts) 3 Transfer Case Engine coolant 4 SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Lubricant API service GL-5, SAE 80W-90 Mazda green-colored or yellow-colored ...
Owner's Manual
Page 251
... system ...85 arming the system ...85 disarming a triggered system ..86 warning light ...13 Audio system (see Radio) ...19, 31 Automatic transaxle ...139 driving with ...141 fluid, adding ...236 fluid, checking ...236 Automatic transmission fluid, refill capacities ...244 Auxiliary power point ...66 Axle refill capacities ...244 B Battery ...217 acid, treating emergencies ...217 charging system...
... system ...85 arming the system ...85 disarming a triggered system ..86 warning light ...13 Audio system (see Radio) ...19, 31 Automatic transaxle ...139 driving with ...141 fluid, adding ...236 fluid, checking ...236 Automatic transmission fluid, refill capacities ...244 Auxiliary power point ...66 Axle refill capacities ...244 B Battery ...217 acid, treating emergencies ...217 charging system...
Owner's Manual
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...) ...69 Customer Assistance ..165-166, 188-189, 192 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...202 D Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...54 Defrost rear window ...53 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...236 engine oil ...213 Doors door ajar warning ...14 252 Driving under special conditions ...150, 153 sand ...151 snow and ice ...154 through water...
...) ...69 Customer Assistance ..165-166, 188-189, 192 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...202 D Daytime running lamps (see Lamps) ...54 Defrost rear window ...53 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...236 engine oil ...213 Doors door ajar warning ...14 252 Driving under special conditions ...150, 153 sand ...151 snow and ice ...154 through water...
Owner's Manual
Page 256
... chains ...243 tire grades ...240 treadwear ...240 Towing ...160 recreational towing ...164 trailer towing ...160 wrecker ...186 Transaxle automatic operation ...139 fluid, checking and adding (manual) ...238 manual operation ...144 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...236 fluid, refill capacities ...244 Turn signal ...13, 56 V Vehicle dimensions ...247 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...249...
... chains ...243 tire grades ...240 treadwear ...240 Towing ...160 recreational towing ...164 trailer towing ...160 wrecker ...186 Transaxle automatic operation ...139 fluid, checking and adding (manual) ...238 manual operation ...144 Transmission fluid, checking and adding (automatic) ...236 fluid, refill capacities ...244 Turn signal ...13, 56 V Vehicle dimensions ...247 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...249...