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Index: A good place to start is the Index, an alphabetical listing of your Mazda. You'll find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which serious injury or ...
Index: A good place to start is the Index, an alphabetical listing of your Mazda. You'll find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which serious injury or ...
Owner's Manual
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...a replacement key. Don't leave the keys in the vehicle. The keys operate all locks. NOTE (With immobilizer system) Refer to the key set; Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys A code number is stamped on vehicles equipped with children. If your vehicle with the immobilizer system. This could play with the... in a safe place (not in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could result in the vehicle) for information regarding keys and engine starting on the plate attached to Immobilizer System (page 3-28) for use if you need to make the vehicle move.
...a replacement key. Don't leave the keys in the vehicle. The keys operate all locks. NOTE (With immobilizer system) Refer to the key set; Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Keys A code number is stamped on vehicles equipped with children. If your vehicle with the immobilizer system. This could play with the... in a safe place (not in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could result in the vehicle) for information regarding keys and engine starting on the plate attached to Immobilizer System (page 3-28) for use if you need to make the vehicle move.
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...the system recognizes. CAUTION • When starting the engine do not: • Drop the key. • Get the key wet. • Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field. • Expose the key to high temperatures on the key grip. Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System* The optional ...immobilizer system allows the engine to start , thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
...the system recognizes. CAUTION • When starting the engine do not: • Drop the key. • Get the key wet. • Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field. • Expose the key to high temperatures on the key grip. Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System* The optional ...immobilizer system allows the engine to start , thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
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...that may cause undesired operation. • (CANADA) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is turned to the ON or START position. If the light flashes rapidly, fails to come on , it indicates a system malfunction. If the immobilizer system is working properly, the ...following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any of these occur, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-29 Operation is completed. The light will come on, or comes on and stays on when the ignition switch...
...that may cause undesired operation. • (CANADA) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is turned to the ON or START position. If the light flashes rapidly, fails to come on , it indicates a system malfunction. If the immobilizer system is working properly, the ...following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any of these occur, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-29 Operation is completed. The light will come on, or comes on and stays on when the ignition switch...
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...shut off the engine while the light is flashing you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will not start after 3 or more , then reinsert it and try starting the engine again. If you shut off the engine. Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is flashing, remove the ...; If you won't be able to restart it is not possible. Knowing Your Mazda Security System M Maintenance If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start, check the warning light. If you have it doesn't start . • Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver...
...shut off the engine while the light is flashing you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda Dealer will not start after 3 or more , then reinsert it and try starting the engine again. If you shut off the engine. Starting the vehicle with a key that has not been reset is flashing, remove the ...; If you won't be able to restart it is not possible. Knowing Your Mazda Security System M Maintenance If you are using the proper key and your engine fails to start, check the warning light. If you have it doesn't start . • Signals from a TV or radio station, or from a transceiver...
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Your rear view will be restricted, and you start driving. Push the lever forward for day driving. Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. M Rearview Mirror (With Day/ Night Function) Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to the driving position before you could have an ...
Your rear view will be restricted, and you start driving. Push the lever forward for day driving. Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. M Rearview Mirror (With Day/ Night Function) Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror to the driving position before you could have an ...
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4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ...4-2 Fuel Requirements ...4-2 Emission Control System ...4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ...4-5 Before Starting the Engine ...4-6 Before Getting In ...4-6 After Getting In ...4-6 Driving Tips ...4-7 Break-In Period ...4-7 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4-7 Hazardous Driving ...4-8 Rocking the Vehicle ...4-9 Winter Driving ...4-9 Driving In Flooded Area ...4-11 Overloading ...4-11 Towing ...4-12 Trailer Towing ...4-12 4-1
4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ...4-2 Fuel Requirements ...4-2 Emission Control System ...4-3 Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ...4-5 Before Starting the Engine ...4-6 Before Getting In ...4-6 After Getting In ...4-6 Driving Tips ...4-7 Break-In Period ...4-7 Money-Saving Suggestions ...4-7 Hazardous Driving ...4-8 Rocking the Vehicle ...4-9 Winter Driving ...4-9 Driving In Flooded Area ...4-11 Overloading ...4-11 Towing ...4-12 Trailer Towing ...4-12 4-1
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...dangerous. Either condition will damage the converter and cause poor performance. • USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. • Don't drive your Mazda with any modification to the original-equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to comply with... very hot. All inspections and adjustments must be made on the catalyst inside the converter or cause the converter to push-start or pull-start your vehicle to penalties. WARNING Parking Over Flammable Objects: Parking over or near anything flammable. A resulting fire could cause lead to...
...dangerous. Either condition will damage the converter and cause poor performance. • USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL. • Don't drive your Mazda with any modification to the original-equipment emission control system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to comply with... very hot. All inspections and adjustments must be made on the catalyst inside the converter or cause the converter to push-start or pull-start your vehicle to penalties. WARNING Parking Over Flammable Objects: Parking over or near anything flammable. A resulting fire could cause lead to...
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...the engine when a vehicle is dangerous. Because exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide, anyone in an open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness or even death could occur. Loss of consciousness and death. Don... be injured or killed. Clear the snow from underneath and around your vehicle, particularly the tail pipe, before starting the engine. 4-5 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. Exhaust...
...the engine when a vehicle is dangerous. Because exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide, anyone in an open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness or even death could occur. Loss of consciousness and death. Don... be injured or killed. Clear the snow from underneath and around your vehicle, particularly the tail pipe, before starting the engine. 4-5 Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Carbon Monoxide: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. Exhaust...
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...leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. Always be inspected daily, weekly, or at refueling, depending on the fluid. Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid, and... other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. See Maintenance, Section 8. 4-6 Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside mirrors adjusted? • Is everyone's seat belt fastened...
...leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. Always be inspected daily, weekly, or at refueling, depending on the fluid. Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer fluid, and... other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. See Maintenance, Section 8. 4-6 Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside mirrors adjusted? • Is everyone's seat belt fastened...
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...first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the drivetrain. Any loss of fuel. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. Use these suggestions to help save money on the brake pedal while driving. • Keep the wheels in correct alignment... headwinds. Never stop the engine when going down a hill. 4-7 This causes the loss of time. • Avoid unnecessary hard stops. • Avoid full-throttle starts. • Don't tow a trailer. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous.
...first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the drivetrain. Any loss of fuel. Once the engine runs smoothly, begin driving. • Avoid fast starts. • Keep the engine tuned. Use these suggestions to help save money on the brake pedal while driving. • Keep the wheels in correct alignment... headwinds. Never stop the engine when going down a hill. 4-7 This causes the loss of time. • Avoid unnecessary hard stops. • Avoid full-throttle starts. • Don't tow a trailer. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous.
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... pedal. • If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. The sudden change in starting on slippery surfaces is not equipped with ABS, brake with ABS, don't pump the brakes. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving NOTE WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving...
... pedal. • If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly. The sudden change in starting on slippery surfaces is not equipped with ABS, brake with ABS, don't pump the brakes. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving NOTE WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving...
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...off • Shift lever in front because braking distance increases with turns that your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. • Before starting out, inspect the operation of sudden braking. It may cause loss of vehicle-trailer accidents are larger than the tow vehicle....extra weight and length. • Allow more room between your vehicle and the one vehicle and trailer length between your Mazda and the vehicle ahead. • Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. • Avoid sudden braking. Inspect for towing purposes. Slow down position.
...off • Shift lever in front because braking distance increases with turns that your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. • Before starting out, inspect the operation of sudden braking. It may cause loss of vehicle-trailer accidents are larger than the tow vehicle....extra weight and length. • Allow more room between your vehicle and the one vehicle and trailer length between your Mazda and the vehicle ahead. • Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. • Avoid sudden braking. Inspect for towing purposes. Slow down position.
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...Have a helper put the transaxle in P. Have a helper retrieve the wheel blocks. Maintenance If you must, follow these instructions: 1. Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Parking Always make sure the tires of all vehicle and trailer tires. 3. Avoid parking on an incline: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.) ...2. To restart after parking on an incline, but if you tow a trailer frequently, have your vehicle serviced as shown in P, start the engine. (Be sure to depress and hold down the brake pedal. 2. Shift into P, and stop the engine. apply the parking brake and...
...Have a helper put the transaxle in P. Have a helper retrieve the wheel blocks. Maintenance If you must, follow these instructions: 1. Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Parking Always make sure the tires of all vehicle and trailer tires. 3. Avoid parking on an incline: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.) ...2. To restart after parking on an incline, but if you tow a trailer frequently, have your vehicle serviced as shown in P, start the engine. (Be sure to depress and hold down the brake pedal. 2. Shift into P, and stop the engine. apply the parking brake and...
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... ...5-2 Ignition Switch ...5-2 Starting the Engine ...5-3 Brake System ...5-4 Automatic Transaxle Controls ...5-9 Power Steering ...5-14 Cruise Control* ...5-14 Traction Control System (TCS)* ...5-18 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-20 Meters and ... Windshield Wipers and Washer ...5-36 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...5-38 Rear Window Defroster ...5-38 Horn ...5-39 Hazard Warning Flasher ...5-39 *Some models. 5-1 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls.
... ...5-2 Ignition Switch ...5-2 Starting the Engine ...5-3 Brake System ...5-4 Automatic Transaxle Controls ...5-9 Power Steering ...5-14 Cruise Control* ...5-14 Traction Control System (TCS)* ...5-18 Instrument Cluster and Indicators ...5-20 Meters and ... Windshield Wipers and Washer ...5-36 Rear Window Wiper and Washer ...5-38 Rear Window Defroster ...5-38 Horn ...5-39 Hazard Warning Flasher ...5-39 *Some models. 5-1 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls.
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Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions NOTE If turning the key is...lose steering control and a serious accident could occur. You will operate. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set . START The engine is in this position can the key be removed. It will be checked after the engine is in this... driver's seat without setting the parking brake is not set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is started (page 5-24). This does not indicate an abnormality. Only in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep sound ...
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch M Ignition Switch Positions NOTE If turning the key is...lose steering control and a serious accident could occur. You will operate. Before leaving the driver's seat, always set . START The engine is in this position can the key be removed. It will be checked after the engine is in this... driver's seat without setting the parking brake is not set the parking brake and make sure the shift lever is started (page 5-24). This does not indicate an abnormality. Only in the LOCK or ACC position, a beep sound ...
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Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE Engine-starting the engine, let it idle for more than 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. If the engine stalls or fails to 10 seconds at a time. Otherwise, you must restart the engine while the vehicle is... without operating the accelerator. • Whether cold or warm, the engine should fasten their seat belts. 2. Depress the brake pedal. 4. After starting is on. 3. Make sure the parking brake is controlled by the spark ignition system. If you may damage the starter and drain the battery....
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE Engine-starting the engine, let it idle for more than 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. If the engine stalls or fails to 10 seconds at a time. Otherwise, you must restart the engine while the vehicle is... without operating the accelerator. • Whether cold or warm, the engine should fasten their seat belts. 2. Depress the brake pedal. 4. After starting is on. 3. Make sure the parking brake is controlled by the spark ignition system. If you may damage the starter and drain the battery....
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...: Driving with your foot continuously on the brake pedal or steadily applying the brakes for long distances is dangerous. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Brake System M Foot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use. Shift to one side when braking could cause loss of the brakes...
...: Driving with your foot continuously on the brake pedal or steadily applying the brakes for long distances is dangerous. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Brake System M Foot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use. Shift to one side when braking could cause loss of the brakes...
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NOTE For parking in the button. Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the brake handle fully upward. 5-5 CAUTION Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake linings or pads. Lower the handle to the release position while holding in snow, refer to Winter Driving (page 4-9) regarding parking brake use. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Parking Brake Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the handle up and press the button.
NOTE For parking in the button. Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the brake handle fully upward. 5-5 CAUTION Driving with the parking brake on will cause excessive wear of the brake linings or pads. Lower the handle to the release position while holding in snow, refer to Winter Driving (page 4-9) regarding parking brake use. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Parking Brake Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal, then pull the handle up and press the button.
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...parking brake is fully released, you may notice that it will take longer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. In either case, it may turn the brake system warning light on when the parking... brake is harder to push or that the pedal is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on ...goes off the right-of the road and park off when the parking brake is fully released. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on at the same time (page ...
...parking brake is fully released, you may notice that it will take longer to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. In either case, it may turn the brake system warning light on when the parking... brake is harder to push or that the pedal is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on ...goes off the right-of the road and park off when the parking brake is fully released. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Brake System Warning Light If the warning light remains on at the same time (page ...