Owner's Manual
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... the force applied by the occupant on the seatback to instantaneously move the head restraints in rear-end collisions at low to mid-range vehicle speeds. WARNING Always drive with the head restraints not set up when seats are being used and make sure they are also highly effective at reducing...
... the force applied by the occupant on the seatback to instantaneously move the head restraints in rear-end collisions at low to mid-range vehicle speeds. WARNING Always drive with the head restraints not set up when seats are being used and make sure they are also highly effective at reducing...
Owner's Manual
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... seated/Front passenger not seated The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the chart below. The driver's seat belt is switched ON. Condition Condition Vehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 20 km/h km/h (12 mph) or (0 ― 12 mph) more Seat belt Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing : Beep...be is The warning light fastened while the warning turns off and the beep light and the beep sound are sound stops. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until the seatbelt is switched ON. heard. The warning light will The driver's seat...
... seated/Front passenger not seated The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the chart below. The driver's seat belt is switched ON. Condition Condition Vehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 20 km/h km/h (12 mph) or (0 ― 12 mph) more Seat belt Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing : Beep...be is The warning light fastened while the warning turns off and the beep light and the beep sound are sound stops. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until the seatbelt is switched ON. heard. The warning light will The driver's seat...
Owner's Manual
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When a small child sits on the front passenger seat, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to operate depending on the weight of the item. Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt ... the warning light nor the warning beep operate. 2-27 Condition Seat belt (Driver) Seat belt (Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing : Beep Vehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 20 km/h km/h (12 mph) or (0 ― 12 mph) more Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may not function properly...
When a small child sits on the front passenger seat, it continues sounding even if the vehicle speed lowers to operate depending on the weight of the item. Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt ... the warning light nor the warning beep operate. 2-27 Condition Seat belt (Driver) Seat belt (Passenger) Indicator Beep : Fastened : Unfastened : Illuminated : Flashing : Beep Vehicle speed Between 0 ― 20 20 km/h km/h (12 mph) or (0 ― 12 mph) more Placing heavy items on the front passenger seat may not function properly...
Owner's Manual
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... floor. The driver should not ride in the front passenger seat: Placing a child, 12 years or under on the rear seat with great force and speed. Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags: Sitting too close . Whenever possible, always secure a child 12 years and under...
... floor. The driver should not ride in the front passenger seat: Placing a child, 12 years or under on the rear seat with great force and speed. Do not sit too close to the driver and front passenger air bags: Sitting too close . Whenever possible, always secure a child 12 years and under...
Owner's Manual
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... cut open releasing the gas. When hanging clothes, hang them on the front seats. The side and curtain air bags inflate with great force and speed directly expanding along the door on the side the car is moving with the curtain air bag, which could occur if someone is dangerous. Give...
... cut open releasing the gas. When hanging clothes, hang them on the front seats. The side and curtain air bags inflate with great force and speed directly expanding along the door on the side the car is moving with the curtain air bag, which could occur if someone is dangerous. Give...
Owner's Manual
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... carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle, refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7). When the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h (12 mph), all doors and the liftgate unlock automatically. Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with retractable type key) All doors and the liftgate can be locked/ unlocked...
... carrying the advanced key outside the vehicle, refer to Operations Using Advanced Keyless Functions (page 3-7). When the vehicle speed exceeds 20 km/h (12 mph), all doors and the liftgate unlock automatically. Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with retractable type key) All doors and the liftgate can be locked/ unlocked...
Owner's Manual
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...an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. l Do not carry unnecessary weight. l Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for a long period of steering or braking control could cause an accident. 4-6 Any loss of time. l Do not maintain one constant speed, either ...control, and may add to the performance, economy, and life of fuel. l Avoid full-throttle starts. l Do not drive constantly at high speeds. l Avoid unnecessary hard stops. l Avoid long warm-ups. l Use the air conditioner only when necessary. l Keep the tires properly inflated. ...
...an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. l Do not carry unnecessary weight. l Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for a long period of steering or braking control could cause an accident. 4-6 Any loss of time. l Do not maintain one constant speed, either ...control, and may add to the performance, economy, and life of fuel. l Avoid full-throttle starts. l Do not drive constantly at high speeds. l Avoid unnecessary hard stops. l Avoid long warm-ups. l Use the air conditioner only when necessary. l Keep the tires properly inflated. ...
Owner's Manual
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... pedal. Loose floor mat(s) will interfere with the foot pedal and could cause the tires to skid. The sudden change in tire speed could result in starting on slippery surfaces such as a substitute for safe driving: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive...front wheels. Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are inserted over the pointed end of the retention posts. 4-7 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it will interfere with the accelerator and brake pedal operation, which could lead to loss of...
... pedal. Loose floor mat(s) will interfere with the foot pedal and could cause the tires to skid. The sudden change in tire speed could result in starting on slippery surfaces such as a substitute for safe driving: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive...front wheels. Floor Mat WARNING Make sure the floor mats are inserted over the pointed end of the retention posts. 4-7 Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it will interfere with the accelerator and brake pedal operation, which could lead to loss of...
Owner's Manual
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... 1 (D) to Engine Coolant on the mirror glass and windshield. l Use washer fluid made with a manual transaxle. CAUTION Too much rocking may freeze. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and... washer fluid (page 8-25). If you must rock the vehicle to a window scraper when removing ice or frozen snow on page 8-20. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at high...
... 1 (D) to Engine Coolant on the mirror glass and windshield. l Use washer fluid made with a manual transaxle. CAUTION Too much rocking may freeze. Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and... washer fluid (page 8-25). If you must rock the vehicle to a window scraper when removing ice or frozen snow on page 8-20. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at high...
Owner's Manual
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...the tires and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes. 4-11 Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or through potholes or on rough/uneven roads at excessive speeds. Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when driving under ...trailer ramp with a sharp transition angle Your vehicle is equipped with low profile tires allowing class-leading performance and handling. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over...
...the tires and wheels can be damaged if driven through potholes. 4-11 Use care and reduce speed when traveling on rough/uneven roads or through potholes or on rough/uneven roads at excessive speeds. Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody, bumpers or muffler(s) when driving under ...trailer ramp with a sharp transition angle Your vehicle is equipped with low profile tires allowing class-leading performance and handling. Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roads or over...
Owner's Manual
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... wheel's brake. You may go closer to the floor. In either case, it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of -way. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately....of each wheel. After adding fluid, check the light again. The driver will take longer to stop the vehicle. 1. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is applied with the brake system warning light illuminated. WARNING This warning has the following...
... wheel's brake. You may go closer to the floor. In either case, it towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qAnti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of -way. It turns off when the parking brake is fully released, have the brakes inspected immediately....of each wheel. After adding fluid, check the light again. The driver will take longer to stop the vehicle. 1. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is applied with the brake system warning light illuminated. WARNING This warning has the following...
Owner's Manual
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... incorrectly, the control unit may be heard when starting the engine or immediately after starting the vehicle. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. l Braking distances may illuminate. NOTE l If the ABS warning light stays on the road surface). The... few seconds when the ignition is jump-started to be longer on loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of the...
... incorrectly, the control unit may be heard when starting the engine or immediately after starting the vehicle. If this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. l Braking distances may illuminate. NOTE l If the ABS warning light stays on the road surface). The... few seconds when the ignition is jump-started to be longer on loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of the...
Owner's Manual
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... the brake pedal is dangerous. Manual Transaxle Operation qManual Transaxle Shift Pattern 5-speed transaxle Neutral position 6-speed transaxle Neutral position qBrake Assist During emergency braking situations when it slowly. (5-speed transaxle) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from the brake booster may be...illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to R. This is equipped with either a 5speed or 6-speed manual transaxle. The shift lever must be heard. This is shown above. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not drive with ...
... the brake pedal is dangerous. Manual Transaxle Operation qManual Transaxle Shift Pattern 5-speed transaxle Neutral position 6-speed transaxle Neutral position qBrake Assist During emergency braking situations when it slowly. (5-speed transaxle) A safety feature prevents accidental shifting from the brake booster may be...illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to R. This is equipped with either a 5speed or 6-speed manual transaxle. The shift lever must be heard. This is shown above. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not drive with ...
Owner's Manual
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CAUTION Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving (6-speed transaxle) Vehicles with 6-speed transaxle are equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R. NOTE If shifting to R is still moving may damage the transaxle. Be sure to leave the...) 72 km/h (45 mph) 90 km/h (56 mph) 5-10 Also, do not use sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which can result in tire speed could lead to hold the vehicle on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high...
CAUTION Ø Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving (6-speed transaxle) Vehicles with 6-speed transaxle are equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R. NOTE If shifting to R is still moving may damage the transaxle. Be sure to leave the...) 72 km/h (45 mph) 90 km/h (56 mph) 5-10 Also, do not use sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which can result in tire speed could lead to hold the vehicle on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high...
Owner's Manual
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On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life. 5-11 This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you need more speed.
On a steep downgrade, downshifting helps maintain safe speed and prolongs brake life. 5-11 This reduces the chance of stalling and gives better acceleration when you must slow down in heavy traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift before the engine starts to overwork. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you need more speed.
Owner's Manual
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Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that is not included in the traditional automatic transaxle giving the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of leaving it to the transaxle to shift gears. If you notice the engine speed going higher or hear the engine ...racing, confirm you intend to use the automatic transaxle functions as the vehicle speed increases. Even if you have not accidentally slipped into any position. NOTE The Sport AT has an option that you can be switched to shift ...
Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that is not included in the traditional automatic transaxle giving the driver the option of selecting each gear instead of leaving it to the transaxle to shift gears. If you notice the engine speed going higher or hear the engine ...racing, confirm you intend to use the automatic transaxle functions as the vehicle speed increases. Even if you have not accidentally slipped into any position. NOTE The Sport AT has an option that you can be switched to shift ...
Owner's Manual
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Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear illuminates. If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds, the gear position indicator will shift to protect the AT. NOTE Changing to manual mode can be done while driving the vehicle with no ... D to M. If the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) temperature becomes too high, there is the possibility that the gears cannot be shifted down . Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qManual Shift Mode This mode gives you the feel of the shift position indicator in D range, 5th gear, the gear will flash...
Gear position indicator The numeral for the selected gear illuminates. If the gears cannot be shifted down when driving at higher speeds, the gear position indicator will shift to protect the AT. NOTE Changing to manual mode can be done while driving the vehicle with no ... D to M. If the automatic transaxle fluid (ATF) temperature becomes too high, there is the possibility that the gears cannot be shifted down . Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qManual Shift Mode This mode gives you the feel of the shift position indicator in D range, 5th gear, the gear will flash...
Owner's Manual
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... not run the engine with the tachometer needle in tire speed could lead to a higher gear, tap the shift lever back ( ) once. When depressing the accelerator fully, the transaxle will be stopped to protect the engine. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting Manually Shifting up (M1→M2→M3→...
... not run the engine with the tachometer needle in tire speed could lead to a higher gear, tap the shift lever back ( ) once. When depressing the accelerator fully, the transaxle will be stopped to protect the engine. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Shifting Manually Shifting up (M1→M2→M3→...
Owner's Manual
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...) 34 km/h (22 mph) (2.5-liter engine model) Gear M5→M4 M4→M3 M3→M2 Vehicle speed 183 km/h (113 mph) 126 km/h (78 mph) 51 km/h (31 mph) Recommendations for easier starting and...M3 M3→M2 M2→M1 Vehicle speed 213 km/h (132 mph) 153 km/h (95 mph) 100 km/h (62 mph) 40 km/h (24 mph) 5-17 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Second gear fixed mode When... the shift lever is tapped back ( ) while the vehicle is stopped or driven at the following : Gear M5 or M4→M3 M3 or M2→M1 Vehicle speed 31...
...) 34 km/h (22 mph) (2.5-liter engine model) Gear M5→M4 M4→M3 M3→M2 Vehicle speed 183 km/h (113 mph) 126 km/h (78 mph) 51 km/h (31 mph) Recommendations for easier starting and...M3 M3→M2 M2→M1 Vehicle speed 213 km/h (132 mph) 153 km/h (95 mph) 100 km/h (62 mph) 40 km/h (24 mph) 5-17 Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Second gear fixed mode When... the shift lever is tapped back ( ) while the vehicle is stopped or driven at the following : Gear M5 or M4→M3 M3 or M2→M1 Vehicle speed 31...
Owner's Manual
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...2. Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to the extreme left or right for more speed. CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to lower gears, depending on vehicle speed. Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is inoperable, you must slow down in ... Light This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to a lower gear, depending on load weight and grade steepness. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. Shift to D or M1, depending on a steep...
...2. Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to the extreme left or right for more speed. CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to lower gears, depending on vehicle speed. Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is inoperable, you must slow down in ... Light This indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to a lower gear, depending on load weight and grade steepness. Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Downshifting When you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. Shift to D or M1, depending on a steep...