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... 158 164 171 177 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. Copyright © 2003 MNAO 2 only) 179 189 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Refill capacities Engine data 190 196 204 206 210 217 231 244 246 Accessories Index 250 251 All rights reserved. MNAO may change the...
... 158 164 171 177 Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. Copyright © 2003 MNAO 2 only) 179 189 Cleaning Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Refill capacities Engine data 190 196 204 206 210 217 231 244 246 Accessories Index 250 251 All rights reserved. MNAO may change the...
Owner's Manual
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... defects or other reproductive harm. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the vehicle. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 3 Please take the time to ...cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. The more information on Mazda and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to get well acquainted ...
... defects or other reproductive harm. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of the vehicle. In addition, certain fluids contained in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 3 Please take the time to ...cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. The more information on Mazda and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to get well acquainted ...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle is provided to vehicle speed. In addition, your vehicle is capable of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and • information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to Bumper Coverage...
... vehicle is provided to vehicle speed. In addition, your vehicle is capable of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and • information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to Bumper Coverage...
Owner's Manual
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Personal Alarm System Feature Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Traction Control Jack INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing. Mazda may change the contents without notice. 7
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Personal Alarm System Feature Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Traction Control Jack INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing. Mazda may change the contents without notice. 7
Owner's Manual
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... to meet government emission standards. A warning light may be drivable and will not require towing. Service engine soon: Your vehicle is started, one of fuel. (The engine may illuminate without blinking): This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. What you ...Many lights will usually be malfunctioning. If it comes on after the engine is equipped with one of the engine's emission control systems may illuminate when a problem exists with a computer that monitors the engine's emission control system. The vehicle will illuminate when you should do ...
... to meet government emission standards. A warning light may be drivable and will not require towing. Service engine soon: Your vehicle is started, one of fuel. (The engine may illuminate without blinking): This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. What you ...Many lights will usually be malfunctioning. If it comes on after the engine is equipped with one of the engine's emission control systems may illuminate when a problem exists with a computer that monitors the engine's emission control system. The vehicle will illuminate when you should do ...
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...causing a fire. light will turn off after a period of normal driving. WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your bulb is conducted Note: The with the engine running . Check fuel cap: Momentarily CHECK illuminates when the ignition is occurring which could damage ... fuel tank with the check fuel cap light on , have been properly installed and securely tightened. WARNING: Never refuel vehicle with the engine running . This period will vary depending on , check the fuel filler cap. If the light remains on , warning light. Poor ...
...causing a fire. light will turn off after a period of normal driving. WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your bulb is conducted Note: The with the engine running . Check fuel cap: Momentarily CHECK illuminates when the ignition is occurring which could damage ... fuel tank with the check fuel cap light on , have been properly installed and securely tightened. WARNING: Never refuel vehicle with the engine running . This period will vary depending on , check the fuel filler cap. If the light remains on , warning light. Poor ...
Owner's Manual
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... brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. It will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by an authorized... Mazda dealer. With the ABS light on is turned to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked immediately by ...
... brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. It will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by an authorized... Mazda dealer. With the ABS light on is turned to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked immediately by ...
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...when the battery is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Fuel gauge in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Low fuel... to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off, refer to fasten your safety belt.
...when the battery is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur. 13 Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Fuel gauge in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Low fuel... to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the system serviced immediately by an authorized Mazda dealer. Overdrive off: Illuminates when O/D the overdrive function of the OFF transmission has been turned off, refer to fasten your safety belt.
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... not at its proper level the gauge indication will be accurate. 15 Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. Instrument Cluster GAUGES CHECK FUEL ...CAP Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. At normal operating temperature, the needle will not be in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. NOTE: This gauge indicates the temperature...
... not at its proper level the gauge indication will be accurate. 15 Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot, scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury. Instrument Cluster GAUGES CHECK FUEL ...CAP Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool. At normal operating temperature, the needle will not be in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. NOTE: This gauge indicates the temperature...
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... amount of the scale may vary slightly when the vehicle is in less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in the fuel tank. Press and release the button in motion or on the driver's side of the vehicle. 16 The fuel gauge may... damage the engine. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of fuel that can be added will be less than 1 second to reset. Note: The fuel...
... amount of the scale may vary slightly when the vehicle is in less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in the fuel tank. Press and release the button in motion or on the driver's side of the vehicle. 16 The fuel gauge may... damage the engine. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of fuel that can be added will be less than 1 second to reset. Note: The fuel...
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Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems AM/FM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC PLAYER Volume/power control Ensure that the ignition is turned off . NOTE: Once the system is either in the ACC or ON position for a long period when the engine is not running. Turn the control to . 17 NOTE: To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on or off , press the VOL control again to listen to the frequency last tuned to raise or lower the volume. Press the control to turn the audio system on for the audio system to function.
Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems AM/FM RADIO WITH COMPACT DISC PLAYER Volume/power control Ensure that the ignition is turned off . NOTE: Once the system is either in the ACC or ON position for a long period when the engine is not running. Turn the control to . 17 NOTE: To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on or off , press the VOL control again to listen to the frequency last tuned to raise or lower the volume. Press the control to turn the audio system on for the audio system to function.
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...: If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a long period when the engine is being received, ST will be indicated. The selected mode will go out. If FM stereo is not running. NOTE: To prevent the battery from...
...: If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak, reception automatically changes from being discharged, do not leave the audio system on for a long period when the engine is being received, ST will be indicated. The selected mode will go out. If FM stereo is not running. NOTE: To prevent the battery from...
Owner's Manual
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...your vehicle. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in vehicle starting the engine. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with the dimmer control, or • any door is in the ON position.... saver will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is an engine immobilization system. Refer to Programming spare keys for service. 75 If a problem occurs, turn off , remove all objects on with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of security protection. These objects will ...
...your vehicle. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in vehicle starting the engine. The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with the dimmer control, or • any door is in the ON position.... saver will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is an engine immobilization system. Refer to Programming spare keys for service. 75 If a problem occurs, turn off , remove all objects on with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of security protection. These objects will ...
Owner's Manual
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...) position. Turn the ignition from the ignition. 7. Locks and Security Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If you do not have at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds.... for at least 2 previously programmed keys, you begin. Tips: • Only use Securilock keys. • You must take your vehicle to your authorized Mazda dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10...
...) position. Turn the ignition from the ignition. 7. Locks and Security Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If you do not have at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds.... for at least 2 previously programmed keys, you begin. Tips: • Only use Securilock keys. • You must take your vehicle to your authorized Mazda dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10...
Owner's Manual
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..., it will flash to the 3 (ON) position. If there is attempted. If any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on for each additional key. Remove the newly programmed ...you in 20 seconds. Turn the ignition from the ignition. Keep the ignition in troubleshooting. Either of an unauthorized entry to your authorized Mazda dealer to arm whenever key is ready to have the new key(s) programmed. Locks and Security 8. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The...
..., it will flash to the 3 (ON) position. If there is attempted. If any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle's engine and the theft indicator light will prearm the alarm system: • Press the control on for each additional key. Remove the newly programmed ...you in 20 seconds. Turn the ignition from the ignition. Keep the ignition in troubleshooting. Either of an unauthorized entry to your authorized Mazda dealer to arm whenever key is ready to have the new key(s) programmed. Locks and Security 8. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The...
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... when driving. 4. Only use the accelerator when you start your vehicle Engine starting the engine. Always open the garage door before or during starting the vehicle, refer to operate while the engine is controlled by the powertrain control system. Exhaust fumes can start your vehicle...drive your vehicle in a closed garage or in this chapter for more information on starting . The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can be toxic. Driving Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in ...
... when driving. 4. Only use the accelerator when you start your vehicle Engine starting the engine. Always open the garage door before or during starting the vehicle, refer to operate while the engine is controlled by the powertrain control system. Exhaust fumes can start your vehicle...drive your vehicle in a closed garage or in this chapter for more information on starting . The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can be toxic. Driving Driving STARTING Positions of radio noise. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in ...
Owner's Manual
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...RPM). Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked by your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust ...fumes inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect your authorized Mazda dealership. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the ...
...RPM). Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. For more information on safety belts and their safety belts. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked by your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust ...fumes inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect your authorized Mazda dealership. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their proper usage, refer to warm the engine. Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the ...
Owner's Manual
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...: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 123 light may not Note: If the driver's safety belt is set. • Push the clutch pedal to ...
...: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 123 light may not Note: If the driver's safety belt is set. • Push the clutch pedal to ...
Owner's Manual
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... -23° C (-10° F) or below. WARNING: If you ever smell exhaust fumes of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you smell exhaust fumes. Use of any kind inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect and fix your heater with fuel. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and...
... -23° C (-10° F) or below. WARNING: If you ever smell exhaust fumes of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you smell exhaust fumes. Use of any kind inside your vehicle, have your authorized Mazda dealer inspect and fix your heater with fuel. Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and...
Owner's Manual
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...groan noises when the brakes are self-adjusting. however, they may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized Mazda dealership. 125 Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the... any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth...
...groan noises when the brakes are self-adjusting. however, they may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized Mazda dealership. 125 Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • the... any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth...