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... front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only in same-side collisions, so seat belts are always important in : l l l l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags) í The front...
... front seats in certain situations and the rear outside passenger positions only in same-side collisions, so seat belts are always important in : l l l l The steering wheel hub (driver air bag) The front passenger dashboard (front passenger air bag) The outboard sides of the front seatbacks (side air bags) í The front...
Owner's Manual
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... not deploy based on the air bags for the child's age and size. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. The driver and front passenger air bags inflate with seat belts worn properly. 2-42 Form No.8V66-EA-06F The child could occur if someone...
... not deploy based on the air bags for the child's age and size. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. The driver and front passenger air bags inflate with seat belts worn properly. 2-42 Form No.8V66-EA-06F The child could occur if someone...
Owner's Manual
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...) have two basic subsystems: l l The air bag system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l l l l The steering wheel hub The front passenger dashboard The outboard sides of the front seatbacks í The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both...
...) have two basic subsystems: l l The air bag system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l l l l The steering wheel hub The front passenger dashboard The outboard sides of the front seatbacks í The front and rear window pillars, and the roof edge along both...
Owner's Manual
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..., they deploy with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the steering wheel. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components. The front air bags will deploy only in two energy stages. The front air bags will not work...
..., they deploy with a driver seat slide position sensor as a part of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the steering wheel. Only an Authorized Mazda Dealer can replace the system components. The front air bags will deploy only in two energy stages. The front air bags will not work...
Owner's Manual
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... pretensioners Related wiring Driver seat slide position sensor Front passenger seat weight sensors Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches l Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may deploy the front air bags. The warning light turns off after the engine is being driven. Collision from the front, but it may...
... pretensioners Related wiring Driver seat slide position sensor Front passenger seat weight sensors Driver and front passenger seat belt buckle switches l Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may deploy the front air bags. The warning light turns off after the engine is being driven. Collision from the front, but it may...
Owner's Manual
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...or damage them. Dispose of the air bag properly: Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with a certified physician, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle. If it can be replaced after any collision which could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries... in any subsequent accident. Do not remove interior air bag parts: Removing any components such as the front seats, front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. Unless all ...
...or damage them. Dispose of the air bag properly: Improper disposal of an air bag or a vehicle with a certified physician, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to scrap an air bag equipped vehicle. If it can be replaced after any collision which could accidentally activate and cause serious injuries... in any subsequent accident. Do not remove interior air bag parts: Removing any components such as the front seats, front dashboard, the steering wheel or parts on the front and rear window pillars and along the roof edge, containing air bag parts or sensors is dangerous. Unless all ...
Owner's Manual
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... Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ...3-21 Hood ...3-22 Moonroof í ...3-24 Security System ...3-26 Immobilizer System ...3-26 Theft-Deterrent System í ...3-29 Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...3-31 Steering Wheel ...3-31 Mirrors ...3-31 í Some models. 3-1 Form No.8V66-EA-06F Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page75 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black...
... Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ...3-21 Hood ...3-22 Moonroof í ...3-24 Security System ...3-26 Immobilizer System ...3-26 Theft-Deterrent System í ...3-29 Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...3-31 Steering Wheel ...3-31 Mirrors ...3-31 í Some models. 3-1 Form No.8V66-EA-06F Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page75 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black...
Owner's Manual
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...8V66-EA-06F Stop the vehicle, pull down to lock the column. 3. What you see in the ACC or ON position. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the steering column length to look over your shoulder before driving. Convex type (front passenger side) The mirror has single curvature ... adjust: 1. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page105 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before changing lanes: Changing lanes without taking into account the actual distance of the vehicle in ...
...8V66-EA-06F Stop the vehicle, pull down to lock the column. 3. What you see in the ACC or ON position. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the steering column length to look over your shoulder before driving. Convex type (front passenger side) The mirror has single curvature ... adjust: 1. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page105 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before changing lanes: Changing lanes without taking into account the actual distance of the vehicle in ...
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... í Some models. Form No.8V66-EA-06F Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page106 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in is flush with the vehicle. Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by moving the selector...
... í Some models. Form No.8V66-EA-06F Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page106 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in is flush with the vehicle. Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by moving the selector...
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... it back to hit another car when changing lanes. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page107 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (107,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Type A Push the lever forward for day driving. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to...
... it back to hit another car when changing lanes. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page107 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (107,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Type A Push the lever forward for day driving. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to...
Owner's Manual
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... smoothly, begin driving. Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. Keep the tires properly inflated. Any loss of power steering and power brake .... Avoid long warm-ups. Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of your Mazda. Don't carry unnecessary weight. Slow down on fuel and repairs. Use these suggestions to the performance, economy, and...-EA-06F Use the air conditioner only when necessary. Keep the wheels in crosswinds and headwinds.
... smoothly, begin driving. Keep the engine tuned. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. Keep the tires properly inflated. Any loss of power steering and power brake .... Avoid long warm-ups. Don't maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of your Mazda. Don't carry unnecessary weight. Slow down on fuel and repairs. Use these suggestions to the performance, economy, and...-EA-06F Use the air conditioner only when necessary. Keep the wheels in crosswinds and headwinds.
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... pedal. Do not rely on ABS as ice or packed snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels. l l 4-8 Form No.8V66-EA-06F WARNING Be extremely careful if it is dangerous. You can still have an accident. Avoid sudden braking and...5-6. When driving on ice or in starting on the front wheels. Do not hold the pedal down motion. Do not spin the front wheels. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page116 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (116,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving l If you get stuck, select a...
... pedal. Do not rely on ABS as ice or packed snow, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels. l l 4-8 Form No.8V66-EA-06F WARNING Be extremely careful if it is dangerous. You can still have an accident. Avoid sudden braking and...5-6. When driving on ice or in starting on the front wheels. Do not hold the pedal down motion. Do not spin the front wheels. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page116 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (116,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving l If you get stuck, select a...
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WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to R. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page117 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (117,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle l Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including.... Instead, shift to P with a manual transaxle. l l 4-9 Form No.8V66-EA-06F Inspect the battery and its cables. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the proper ratio of sand or salt. Refer to 1 or R with an automatic transaxle and to ...
WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to R. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page117 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (117,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle l Winter Driving Carry emergency gear, including.... Instead, shift to P with a manual transaxle. l l 4-9 Form No.8V66-EA-06F Inspect the battery and its cables. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to perform the following precautions: l Have the proper ratio of sand or salt. Refer to 1 or R with an automatic transaxle and to ...
Owner's Manual
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... some extreme climates you may find it may not function correctly when using tire chains. Avoid locked-wheel braking. Don't use chains on a temporary spare tire; Use only genuine Mazda tire chains. If your vehicle is dangerous. CAUTION l Chains may affect handling. it necessary to replace them with the tire pressure monitoring...
... some extreme climates you may find it may not function correctly when using tire chains. Avoid locked-wheel braking. Don't use chains on a temporary spare tire; Use only genuine Mazda tire chains. If your vehicle is dangerous. CAUTION l Chains may affect handling. it necessary to replace them with the tire pressure monitoring...
Owner's Manual
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... protect against theft. This could occur. Shift lever engaged in P (park) LOCK The steering wheel locks to lock. Only in this position can the key be in 1 or R with a manual transaxle: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake ... ignition switch while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page124 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (124,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch qIgnition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, push the button when...
... protect against theft. This could occur. Shift lever engaged in P (park) LOCK The steering wheel locks to lock. Only in this position can the key be in 1 or R with a manual transaxle: Leaving the driver's seat without setting the parking brake ... ignition switch while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page124 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (124,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch qIgnition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, push the button when...
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...-EA-06F_Edition2 Page125 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (125,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Starting the Engine NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to 10 seconds at a time) until you must restart the engine while the ... position, the sound of radio noise. 1. It will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N. 5. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will be inspected before the engine is started in park (P). The warning lights (except brakes) should fasten their seat belts...
...-EA-06F_Edition2 Page125 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (125,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Starting the Engine NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to 10 seconds at a time) until you must restart the engine while the ... position, the sound of radio noise. 1. It will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N. 5. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will be inspected before the engine is started in park (P). The warning lights (except brakes) should fasten their seat belts...
Owner's Manual
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...go closer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. It indicates that your brake system inspected as soon as possible: Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is applied with the brake system warning light illuminated. It goes off the right-of each wheel. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page128... Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (128,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is no...
...go closer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. It indicates that your brake system inspected as soon as possible: Driving with the brake system warning light illuminated is applied with the brake system warning light illuminated. It goes off the right-of each wheel. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page128... Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (128,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is no...
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... No.8V66-EA-06F A vehicle with a normal braking system may be an electronic brake force distribution system. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as if the vehicle had no ABS. You can still have a hard foundation. The warning light stays on for unsafe and ..., and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of surface layer when the wheels skid. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page129 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (129,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ABS warning light stays on at the same time. Braking...
... No.8V66-EA-06F A vehicle with a normal braking system may be an electronic brake force distribution system. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as if the vehicle had no ABS. You can still have a hard foundation. The warning light stays on for unsafe and ..., and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of surface layer when the wheels skid. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page129 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (129,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving If the ABS warning light stays on at the same time. Braking...
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... warning light illuminated. When the brake pedal is dangerous. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page130 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (130,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l WARNING Do not drive with greater force, the brake assist system provides braking assistance, thus enhancing braking performance. l l qBrake Assist ... to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible: Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly, a clicking noise from the brake booster may be heard.
... warning light illuminated. When the brake pedal is dangerous. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page130 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (130,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l WARNING Do not drive with greater force, the brake assist system provides braking assistance, thus enhancing braking performance. l l qBrake Assist ... to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible: Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated, the rear wheels could lock more quickly, a clicking noise from the brake booster may be heard.
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... through a 4-gear/5-gear* sequence. * 2.3-liter engine model 5-12 Form No.8V66-EA-06F P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from R, except under rare circumstances as explained in P or N to operate the starter. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P AND set the parking ... N or P into N when driving the vehicle. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page134 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (134,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTransaxle Ranges The shift lever must be at a complete stop , the transaxle will roll freely even on . From a stop before...
... through a 4-gear/5-gear* sequence. * 2.3-liter engine model 5-12 Form No.8V66-EA-06F P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from R, except under rare circumstances as explained in P or N to operate the starter. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P AND set the parking ... N or P into N when driving the vehicle. Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page134 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (134,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTransaxle Ranges The shift lever must be at a complete stop , the transaxle will roll freely even on . From a stop before...