Owner's Manual
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...-05G_Edition1 Page128 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (128,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving l WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces, ... for braking. The sudden change in starting on the road surface). When driving on the front wheels. If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly.
...-05G_Edition1 Page128 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (128,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving l WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces, ... for braking. The sudden change in starting on the road surface). When driving on the front wheels. If you get stuck, select a lower gear and accelerate slowly.
Owner's Manual
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... failure, and tire damage. Your vehicle is originally equipped with snow tires. WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is dangerous. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to be used all four wheels Don't go faster than 56 km/h (35 mph), and don't allow anyone to further improve traction on ... Refer to R. Don't use engine coolant antifreeze for damage and loose connections. If you may find it from snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator slightly and slowly move the shift lever from D to Engine Coolant on page 8-14. In some extreme climates you must rock the vehicle to free...
... failure, and tire damage. Your vehicle is originally equipped with snow tires. WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is dangerous. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to be used all four wheels Don't go faster than 56 km/h (35 mph), and don't allow anyone to further improve traction on ... Refer to R. Don't use engine coolant antifreeze for damage and loose connections. If you may find it from snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator slightly and slowly move the shift lever from D to Engine Coolant on page 8-14. In some extreme climates you must rock the vehicle to free...
Owner's Manual
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...Allow more room between your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or unloaded trailer is secure to prevent it has an abnormal front-up or front-down before turning to avoid the need of sudden braking. Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. Use the following positions ...-trailer connections. A turning trailer will allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Make sure the mirrors conform to the extra weight and length. Before driving l l Have your vehicle and the one in a...
...Allow more room between your Mazda maintains a near-normal attitude when a loaded or unloaded trailer is secure to prevent it has an abnormal front-up or front-down before turning to avoid the need of sudden braking. Avoid jerky starts or sudden acceleration. Use the following positions ...-trailer connections. A turning trailer will allow at least one vehicle and trailer length between your cooling and braking system checked by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Make sure the mirrors conform to the extra weight and length. Before driving l l Have your vehicle and the one in a...
Owner's Manual
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... not in park (P). This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of the accelerator. Make sure the parking brake is cold or warm, it idle for more than 10 seconds at a time) until the...engine starts. Whether the engine is on. 3. Occupants should be started without operating the accelerator. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page143 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (143,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE l Engine-starting the engine, let it...
... not in park (P). This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of the accelerator. Make sure the parking brake is cold or warm, it idle for more than 10 seconds at a time) until the...engine starts. Whether the engine is on. 3. Occupants should be started without operating the accelerator. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page143 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (143,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Starting the Engine NOTE NOTE l Engine-starting the engine, let it...
Owner's Manual
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...2 position. Do not exceed 93 km/h (57 mph) in hard-pulling situations, or for starting on slick surfaces and other situations where gentle acceleration may be necessary. Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is dangerous. The vehicle will automatically shift through a 5-gear sequence. 3...engine braking, which could cause the tires to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page150 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l CAUTION Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle. ...
...2 position. Do not exceed 93 km/h (57 mph) in hard-pulling situations, or for starting on slick surfaces and other situations where gentle acceleration may be necessary. Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is dangerous. The vehicle will automatically shift through a 5-gear sequence. 3...engine braking, which could cause the tires to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page150 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l CAUTION Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle. ...
Owner's Manual
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... weight and grade steepness. CAUTION If the overdrive-off the overdrive, push the button. Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to your Mazda in stop To climb a steep grade from overheating. Shift patterns without overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 3 = 2nd, 3rd 2...152,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving And for a smoother ride with overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 3 = 2nd, 3rd 2 = 2nd O/D OFF indicator light This light comes on when the overdrive has been turned off. Release all the brake pedal while gradually accelerating. Climbing steep ...
... weight and grade steepness. CAUTION If the overdrive-off the overdrive, push the button. Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to your Mazda in stop To climb a steep grade from overheating. Shift patterns without overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th 3 = 2nd, 3rd 2...152,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving And for a smoother ride with overdrive: D = 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th 3 = 2nd, 3rd 2 = 2nd O/D OFF indicator light This light comes on when the overdrive has been turned off. Release all the brake pedal while gradually accelerating. Climbing steep ...
Owner's Manual
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... you release it may be more than 40 km/h (25 mph). 3. qTo Set Speed 1. To deactivate the system, press the switch again. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be switched on accidentally. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page154 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your... Mazda Starting and Driving qCruise Set Indicator Light WARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it , speed will continue to drop (unless you continue to accelerate) and you'll miss the desired...
... you release it may be more than 40 km/h (25 mph). 3. qTo Set Speed 1. To deactivate the system, press the switch again. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be switched on accidentally. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page154 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your... Mazda Starting and Driving qCruise Set Indicator Light WARNING Cruise Main Switch: Leaving the ON/OFF switch on when not using the cruise control is dangerous as it , speed will continue to drop (unless you continue to accelerate) and you'll miss the desired...
Owner's Manual
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...speed will not interfere with it . Your vehicle will increase your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. l Accelerate to the set speed. NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on. On a steep grade, the vehicle may momentarily slow ...down . Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page155 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE ...
...speed will not interfere with it . Your vehicle will increase your vehicle speed 1.6 km/h (1 mph) for each tap. l Accelerate to the set speed. NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on. On a steep grade, the vehicle may momentarily slow ...down . Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page155 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE ...
Owner's Manual
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... off , it automatically activates when the ignition switch is stuck, or drive it is turned on. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page159 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it ...out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS will activate. l l 5-19 Form No.8U61-EA-05G Depressing the accelerator will provide the best traction.
... off , it automatically activates when the ignition switch is stuck, or drive it is turned on. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page159 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:33 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l When TCS is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it ...out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS will activate. l l 5-19 Form No.8U61-EA-05G Depressing the accelerator will provide the best traction.
Owner's Manual
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... the way and hold it there. 2. If the engine starts, release the key and accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there―for up to 10 ...seconds. 7-18 Form No.8U61-EA-05G If the engine fails to start , it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page254 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (254,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the...
... the way and hold it there. 2. If the engine starts, release the key and accelerator immediately because the engine will suddenly rev up. 3. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there―for up to 10 ...seconds. 7-18 Form No.8U61-EA-05G If the engine fails to start , it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page254 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:37 AM Black plate (254,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the...
Owner's Manual
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... cap. When you're sure all connections for leaks. F L 3. Properly dispose of the used coolant. 8-16 Form No.8U61-EA-05G Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page276 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (276,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance To change the coolant according to ... Add as much ethylene-glycol-based coolant mixture and water (or undiluted FL22) as necessary to the Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). then depress the accelerator two or three times. WARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap: Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is gone, ...
... cap. When you're sure all connections for leaks. F L 3. Properly dispose of the used coolant. 8-16 Form No.8U61-EA-05G Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page276 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (276,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance To change the coolant according to ... Add as much ethylene-glycol-based coolant mixture and water (or undiluted FL22) as necessary to the Scheduled Maintenance (page 8-3). then depress the accelerator two or three times. WARNING Removing the Cooling System Cap: Removing the cooling system cap while the engine is running or hot is gone, ...
Owner's Manual
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Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page289 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate... in a serious accident. Don't release air from rim. Overinflation can cause reduced fuel economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire...Refer to the correct pressure (page 10-6). Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Underinflation can produce a harsh ride, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a greater possibility of tires is dangerous. Inspect all tire pressures monthly (including the spare) when the ...
Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page289 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate... in a serious accident. Don't release air from rim. Overinflation can cause reduced fuel economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire...Refer to the correct pressure (page 10-6). Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Underinflation can produce a harsh ride, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a greater possibility of tires is dangerous. Inspect all tire pressures monthly (including the spare) when the ...
Owner's Manual
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...only for limited use your temporary spare tire rim with 4 digit. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. Refer to handle because of its pressure at least monthly to the aging of less than a conventional tire and..., 60 psi). It is for a short distance. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page291 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION l Tires degrade over ...
...only for limited use your temporary spare tire rim with 4 digit. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. Refer to handle because of its pressure at least monthly to the aging of less than a conventional tire and..., 60 psi). It is for a short distance. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page291 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE CAUTION l Tires degrade over ...
Owner's Manual
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...sudden tire failure. qTread Wear The tread wear grade is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering (turning), hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. These grades represent the tire's ability to the tire grading system developed by... tread wear, traction, and temperature performance. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page325 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (325,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform...
...sudden tire failure. qTread Wear The tread wear grade is based on braking (straight ahead) traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering (turning), hydroplaning, or peak traction characteristics. These grades represent the tire's ability to the tire grading system developed by... tread wear, traction, and temperature performance. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page325 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (325,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform...
Owner's Manual
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... with 4 digit. If the tire is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. qSafety Practices The way you can accelerate the aging process. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page338 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (338,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Tires...
... with 4 digit. If the tire is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. qSafety Practices The way you can accelerate the aging process. Mazda MPV_8U61-EA-05G_Edition1 Page338 Tuesday, June 21 2005 9:38 AM Black plate (338,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Tires...