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... electrical power. Ø Do not use can damage the motors. Ø To prevent the battery from running down, avoid using the power adjustment when the engine is dangerous as it . The adjuster uses a large amount of the front passenger sensing system. For maximum protection, sit well back and upright. Always sit...
... electrical power. Ø Do not use can damage the motors. Ø To prevent the battery from running down, avoid using the power adjustment when the engine is dangerous as it . The adjuster uses a large amount of the front passenger sensing system. For maximum protection, sit well back and upright. Always sit...
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... with anything having high moistureretention ability such as sleeping pills or cold medicine Ø Do not use it . NOTE Use the seat warmer when the engine is controlled by a thermostat. The seat may damage the seat surface and the heater. 2-12 The temperature of time.
... with anything having high moistureretention ability such as sleeping pills or cold medicine Ø Do not use it . NOTE Use the seat warmer when the engine is controlled by a thermostat. The seat may damage the seat surface and the heater. 2-12 The temperature of time.
Owner's Manual
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...a moderate or greater frontal or near-frontal collision. WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/ pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs: Self-servicing or tampering with nondeactivated pretensioners is dangerous. A system malfunction is indicated if the warning... at all safety procedures are followed, injury could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it off after the engine is cranked. It will activate in most rollovers, side or rear impacts. If residue from the deployment of the air bags ...
...a moderate or greater frontal or near-frontal collision. WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/ pretensioner systems and always have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all servicing and repairs: Self-servicing or tampering with nondeactivated pretensioners is dangerous. A system malfunction is indicated if the warning... at all safety procedures are followed, injury could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable which would prevent it off after the engine is cranked. It will activate in most rollovers, side or rear impacts. If residue from the deployment of the air bags ...
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...be heard for about 5 seconds every minute. l The air bag system warning light remains illuminated. The warning light turns off after the engine is cranked. qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep If a malfunction is being driven. But if any of the following occurs,...disabled causing serious injury or death. A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. In a collision, the air bags and the front seat belt pretensioner system will continue to the ON ...
...be heard for about 5 seconds every minute. l The air bag system warning light remains illuminated. The warning light turns off after the engine is cranked. qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep If a malfunction is being driven. But if any of the following occurs,...disabled causing serious injury or death. A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. In a collision, the air bags and the front seat belt pretensioner system will continue to the ON ...
Owner's Manual
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... power windows or other controls to the key set; NOTE l Type B Key code number plate A code number is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have your code number ready. Type A Write down the code number and keep them in a place where your children will not find ...is dangerous. l The keys operate all locks. Children may find or play with them: Leaving children in the vehicle) for information regarding keys and engine starting. (With theft-deterrent system) Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-28) for use the key ring provided with the transmitter which has ...
... power windows or other controls to the key set; NOTE l Type B Key code number plate A code number is lost, consult your Authorized Mazda Dealer and have your code number ready. Type A Write down the code number and keep them in a place where your children will not find ...is dangerous. l The keys operate all locks. Children may find or play with them: Leaving children in the vehicle) for information regarding keys and engine starting. (With theft-deterrent system) Refer to Theft-Deterrent System (page 3-28) for use the key ring provided with the transmitter which has ...
Owner's Manual
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... remote trunk lid release lever. Unlock NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the trunk open for a long period when the engine is open and off when it's closed. 3-16 To secure the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks (page 2-10), push the trunk lock lever up..., and close the trunk. Lock Trunk lock lever qTrunk Light The trunk light is on when the lid is not running. Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTrunk Security In some situations you trust. To cancel the security feature, insert the key into the lock, turn the key clockwise...
... remote trunk lid release lever. Unlock NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the trunk open for a long period when the engine is open and off when it's closed. 3-16 To secure the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks (page 2-10), push the trunk lock lever up..., and close the trunk. Lock Trunk lock lever qTrunk Light The trunk light is on when the lid is not running. Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qTrunk Security In some situations you trust. To cancel the security feature, insert the key into the lock, turn the key clockwise...
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Fuel can result in a serious malfunction of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may also cause the check engine light in the instrument cluster to illuminate. 3-20 The wrong cap can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Before refueling,... in an accident. Unlocked position WARNING Unless a passenger needs to stop the engine, and always keep the power window lock switch in the locked position: Unintentional power window operation is dangerous. Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qPower Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked...
Fuel can result in a serious malfunction of the incorrect fuel filler cap or not using a fuel filler cap may also cause the check engine light in the instrument cluster to illuminate. 3-20 The wrong cap can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Before refueling,... in an accident. Unlocked position WARNING Unless a passenger needs to stop the engine, and always keep the power window lock switch in the locked position: Unintentional power window operation is dangerous. Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qPower Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked...
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...the cap is tightened securely. The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Close Remote fuel-filler lid release Open 5 Door Remote fuel-filler lid release CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is not tightened securely. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-21 ...Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. 4 Door qFuel-...
...the cap is tightened securely. The check engine light may indicate a different problem. Close Remote fuel-filler lid release Open 5 Door Remote fuel-filler lid release CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap is not tightened securely. Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. 3-21 ...Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. 4 Door qFuel-...
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...rod 4. Clip Pad qClosing the Hood WARNING Do not leave items in the engine compartment: After you have been removed. 2. Check under the hood area ... closing the hood. 3. With turbocharger Without turbocharger 3-23 Tools or other items left in the engine compartment could cause engine damage or a fire leading to hold the hood open. Close the hood so that the support...hole indicated by the arrow. tools, oil containers, etc.) have finished checking or doing servicing in the engine compartment, do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the padded area indicated by...
...rod 4. Clip Pad qClosing the Hood WARNING Do not leave items in the engine compartment: After you have been removed. 2. Check under the hood area ... closing the hood. 3. With turbocharger Without turbocharger 3-23 Tools or other items left in the engine compartment could cause engine damage or a fire leading to hold the hood open. Close the hood so that the support...hole indicated by the arrow. tools, oil containers, etc.) have finished checking or doing servicing in the engine compartment, do not forget and leave items such as tools or rags in the padded area indicated by...
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... key wet. Ø Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field. Ø Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly. Ø A key ring rests on the key grip.... or come near the key. 3-26 If someone attempts to start the engine with a key the system recognizes. Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
... key wet. Ø Expose the key to any kind of magnetic field. Ø Expose the key to high temperatures on places such as the engine may not start due to the electronic signal from the ignition key not being transmitted correctly. Ø A key ring rests on the key grip.... or come near the key. 3-26 If someone attempts to start the engine with a key the system recognizes. Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
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... undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of the FCC Rules. If the engine does not start with the correct ignition key. They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is lost , contact an Authorized...The system is armed when the ignition switch is lost . Bring all the remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the ACC or LOCK position. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 3-27 The security indicator light illuminates for about three seconds and goes out. The security indicator ...
... undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of the FCC Rules. If the engine does not start with the correct ignition key. They are only available through an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Disarming The system is disarmed when the ignition switch is lost , contact an Authorized...The system is armed when the ignition switch is lost . Bring all the remaining keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to the ACC or LOCK position. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 3-27 The security indicator light illuminates for about three seconds and goes out. The security indicator ...
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...with the door lock switch. The system will not start , check the security indicator light. l Unlocking a door with your engine fails to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are using the proper key and your immobilizer system. Remember to take ...your vehicle, do not shut off the engine while the light is flashing you shut off the engine. qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if the system has been modified or if any ...
...with the door lock switch. The system will not start , check the security indicator light. l Unlocking a door with your engine fails to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the security indicator light flashes continuously while you are using the proper key and your immobilizer system. Remember to take ...your vehicle, do not shut off the engine while the light is flashing you shut off the engine. qModification and Add-On Equipment Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer system's operation if the system has been modified or if any ...
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... Precautions ...Fuel Requirements ...Emission Control System ...Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ... 4-2 4-2 4-4 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 Floor Mat ...4-9 Rocking the Vehicle ...4-9 Winter Driving ...4-... ...4-11 Overloading ...4-12 Driving on Uneven Road ...4-13 Turbocharger Information í ...4-14 Towing ...4-15 Trailer Towing ...4-15 í Some models. 4-1 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your...
... Precautions ...Fuel Requirements ...Emission Control System ...Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ... 4-2 4-2 4-4 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 Floor Mat ...4-9 Rocking the Vehicle ...4-9 Winter Driving ...4-... ...4-11 Overloading ...4-12 Driving on Uneven Road ...4-13 Turbocharger Information í ...4-14 Towing ...4-15 Trailer Towing ...4-15 í Some models. 4-1 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your...
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...containing no more than those specified by volume. Stop using gasohol of times will restore vehicle performance. Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust...failures. Ø Your vehicle can be posted on gasoline station pumps. Use of premium unleaded fuel. Except 2.3-liter turbocharger engine Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. federal law requires that octane ratings be used temporarily for and requires use...
...containing no more than those specified by volume. Stop using gasohol of times will restore vehicle performance. Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust...failures. Ø Your vehicle can be posted on gasoline station pumps. Use of premium unleaded fuel. Except 2.3-liter turbocharger engine Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. federal law requires that octane ratings be used temporarily for and requires use...
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l Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol. l Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. 4-3 l Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol. Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be covered by the Mazda warranty.
l Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol. l Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. 4-3 l Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol. Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be covered by the Mazda warranty.
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Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control ...In some states, such modification made by a qualified technician. Ø Do not push-start or pull-start your Mazda with the ignition switch turned off , the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and could ignite anything flammable,.... Ø Do not drive your vehicle. Your vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates while the engine is off, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be made on the catalyst inside the converter or...
Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control ...In some states, such modification made by a qualified technician. Ø Do not push-start or pull-start your Mazda with the ignition switch turned off , the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and could ignite anything flammable,.... Ø Do not drive your vehicle. Your vehicle has a self-checking device and it operates while the engine is off, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be made on the catalyst inside the converter or...
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...particularly the tail pipe, before starting the engine: Running the engine when a vehicle is stopped in an open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area: Running the engine inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. Exhaust gas, which... cabin. If you smell exhaust gas inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows...
...particularly the tail pipe, before starting the engine: Running the engine when a vehicle is stopped in an open and contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer immediately. Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area: Running the engine inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. Exhaust gas, which... cabin. If you smell exhaust gas inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside your vehicle, keep all windows...
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..., brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l l After Getting In Are all gauges. l Release the parking brake and make sure nothing is turned to the ON position....inflation pressures and condition of fluid leaks. l Is everyone's seat belt fastened? l Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda. Is the seat adjusted properly? l Are the inside and outside lights are clean. Look under the vehicle for any sign of tires.
..., brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid levels should be thoroughly familiar with your way. Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l l After Getting In Are all gauges. l Release the parking brake and make sure nothing is turned to the ON position....inflation pressures and condition of fluid leaks. l Is everyone's seat belt fastened? l Check all warning lights when the ignition switch is in your Mazda. Is the seat adjusted properly? l Are the inside and outside lights are clean. Look under the vehicle for any sign of tires.
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...high speeds. l Keep the tires properly inflated. l Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for a long period of fuel. l Avoid long warm-ups. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Use these suggestions to help save ... l Do not rest your Mazda determines how far it will travel on rough roads. l Do not maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of steering or braking control could cause an accident. 4-7 l Keep the engine tuned. WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill...
...high speeds. l Keep the tires properly inflated. l Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for a long period of fuel. l Avoid long warm-ups. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in is dangerous. Use these suggestions to help save ... l Do not rest your Mazda determines how far it will travel on rough roads. l Do not maintain one constant speed, either slow or fast, for extended periods of steering or braking control could cause an accident. 4-7 l Keep the engine tuned. WARNING Never stop the engine when going down a hill...
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... could result in an accident. Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at high speed is dangerous. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transaxle failure, and tire damage. Do not install two floor mats, one on top of the retention posts. 4-9 The spinning tire could cause ...vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to R. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the driver's side is dangerous as the retention pins can only keep...
... could result in an accident. Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at high speed is dangerous. CAUTION Too much rocking may cause engine overheating, transaxle failure, and tire damage. Do not install two floor mats, one on top of the retention posts. 4-9 The spinning tire could cause ...vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to R. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the driver's side is dangerous as the retention pins can only keep...