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Mazda B2300 Owner's Manual

1. Press and hold to auto eject all om loaded discs 6 Bass Press BASS then press fs m lt SEL A P to tlt decrease increase the bass output Treble Press TREB then press me SEL A gt to decrease increase ia the treble output 7 Select Use with Bass Treble Wen Balance and Fade controls to i adjust levels Use with MENU to J Da set the clock and engage RDS 8 Balance Press BAL then press SEL lt i gt to shift sound to the left right speakers 24 Entertainment Systems Fade Press FADE then press SEL lt q to shift sound to the rear front speakers 9 Menu Press MENU and SEL to access clock mode RDS on off Traffic Program type Show type and Compression modes Traffic Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts With the feature ON press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report if it is broadcasting RDS data Traffic information is not available in most U S markets FIND Program type Allows you to search RDS equipped stations for a certain category of music format Classic Country Info Jazz Oldies R amp B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 Show TYPE Displays the station s call letters and format Compression Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Setting the clock Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed Use SEL to manually increase A or decrease Vv the hours minutes Press MENU again t
2. 163 Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member your roadside assistance center It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Mazda Motor Corporation has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Mazda Motor Corporation produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 164 Customer Assistance CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE U S A Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business We are here to serve you All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter wi
3. Factory authorized Mazda service publication are available for owners who wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer refer to the chart below If they don t have what you need in stock they can order it for you PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION 9999 95 022B 03 2003 WORKSHOP MANUAL 9999 95 020G 03 2003 WIRING DIAGRAM 9999 95 023C 03 2003 OWNER S MANUAL WORKSHOP MANUAL Covers recommended maintenance and repair procedures of the drive train body and chassis WIRING DIAGRAM Provides electrical schematics as well as component location for the entire electrical system OWNER S MANUAL This booklet contains information regarding the proper care and operation of your vehicle This is not a technician s manual Please note that your Authorized Mazda Dealership has trained personnel and special service tools to correctly and safely maintain Mazda vehicles 173 Customer Assistance IN CALIFORNIA U S ONLY California Civil Code Section 1793 2 d requires that if a manufacturer or its representative is unable to repair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle s applicable express warranty after a reasonable number of attempts the manufacturer shall be required to either replace the vehicle with one substantially identical or repurchase the vehicle and reimburse the buyer in an amount equal to the actual pr
4. Not tise 8 Notused P19 Not used ot used O 21 10A Powertrain Control Module PCM memory P22 ot used PG Notused o PT Notsed o o 29 Noted o P82 Noted sd ark lamp ot used ot used ot used ot used P89 Noted S E Notused S Notus S Not used 150 Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description ae Rating a Notused y M O a __ Wiper parrun relay O aa Fuel pump relay ae O Troer towrelay OOOO E aa WC outon solenoid relay am Front washer pump relay ea Oo Soens OOO O OOOO ae Fog lamp relay ps1 Noted SS p52 Not used C e __ Powertrain Control Module POND Diode C sa _ Powertrain Control Module POM E iBlowerrewy SS 56 Starter relay OVERHEATING If the temperature gauge indicates overheating and you experience power loss you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise the engine is probably too hot If this happens 1 Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right of way 2 Shift the automatic transmission into P Park or the manual transmission into the neutral position and apply the parking brake 3 Turn off the air conditioner WARNING Steam from an overheated engine is dangerous The escaping steam could seriously burn you Open the hood ONLY after steam is no longer escaping from the engine 4 Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from unde
5. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and or properly installing and securely tightening the fuel cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required 12 Instrument Cluster If the light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity NOTE The StECK light will illuminate if vehicle refueling is conducted with the engine running WARNING Never refuel vehicle with the engine running Light is blinking Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity WARNING Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Check Fuel Cap Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap is not installed FUEL correctly Check the fuel cap for proper installation When the fuel CAP filler cap is properly re installed the light s will turn off after a period of normal driving Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap
6. Weel tug nut torque apf ttt fff nspect tires for wear and rotate X TEPER recommended interval for optimal ire life oren reservorrmuidteves 11 i 1 fal a Front wheel bearnes gt 1_11111111 1 Deew seen st gt Pt tt 183 Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance Interval Number of months or km miles whichever comes first vaintenanee ten Monts a 8 J12 16 2o 2e 25 9 oo a Fs ooomiies 5 a0 as Pan 25 a0 2s a0 fs 50 55 oo SS es eee Bran traze ersen eseas TTT TTT T Exhaust system for leaks damage ooseness Manual transmission fluid transmission fluid Automatic 4 ransmission fluid Exhaust system shielding for I rapped material Propeller shaft U joints Gf equipped L L L L L L with grease fittings Parking brake system for damage I I I I and operation Fan joins ay te ae e E Rear axle lubricant Does not require replacement unless rear axle submerged in water ee eee Fuel filter 85 filter tet Steering linkage ball joints suspension and driveshaft Remarks For marked items in this maintenance chart please pay attention to the following points 1 The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications at 800 km 500 miles of new vehicle operation at any wheel change or at any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened 2 Replace every 150 000 miles 240 000 km unless submerged in water 3 At 60
7. e a door has become ajar e the ignition is turned to the ON position or e using the UNLOCK control on your remote entry transmitter or e using the keyless entry keypad to unlock the vehicle Sounding a personal alarm Press i to activate the alarm The horn will sound for a maximum of 30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes Press again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate or wait for the alarm to timeout in 3 minutes Note The personal alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters 33 feet A decrease in the operating range could be caused by e weather conditions e nearby radio towers e structures around the vehicle and e other vehicles parked next to the vehicle 61 Locks and Security To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART Damage to the transmitter may result in operation failure 2 Remove the old battery 3 Insert the new battery Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery 4 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacemen
8. 16 Scan Press to hear a brief ea sampling of all listenable as stations or CD tracks Press again to stop 17 Disc Tune Radio Press lt q or gt to manually tune down or up the frequency band CD Press Ei or gt to select the previous or next track on the CD 18 CD door Insert a CD label side up EA Gree Ger Ge e l Gee CI 26 Entertainment Systems MACH MP3 AUDIO SYSTEM ero al 7 CIEI ae 1 Balance Press W to shift sound to the left right speakers 2 Fade Press W to shift sound to the rear front speakers 3 Scan Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio stations CD or MP3 tracks Press again to stop 4 CLK To set the clock press and p hold the CLK control for the following functions e To set the hour press SEEK lt A gt control to decrease or increase to the hours e To set the minutes press TUNE DIR lt gt to decrease or increase the minutes Release CLK to save the clock settings Press CLK again to return the display to radio mode 27 5 10 11 12 28 Entertainment Systems EJ Eject Press to stop and eject a disc If a disc is ejected and not removed the player will automatically reload the disc and return to radio mode COMP Compression In CD and MP3 mode press to adjust the soft and loud sounds together for a
9. COC Noted Cd P22 CO Noted Cd P26 CC Noted Cd PT COC Noted Cd P29 CC Noted sd P82 CC Noted sd P84 CC Noted sd P CC Noted Cd P86 CC Nottused Cd P87 CC Noted S O P89 CC Noted o P40 CC Noted sd a 0 147 Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Am Power Distribution Box Description ae ati a Noted E O a Wiper parrun relay O a Fuel pump relay 468 J Troer towrelay OOOO E a Starter relay gt 48 __ Auxiliary cooing fan relay P49 S p50 Notused SS Psi Notused SS P52 Not used 53 Pom Diode ps JPM Relay s Blower motor relay SSS a W clutch relay ses Front washer pump relay 148 Roadside Emergencies 3 0L and 4 0L engines if equipped The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse p Power Distribution Box Description 7a allen ts mea l Notused S Notused o Notused o Notused S 50A Anti lock Brake System ABS Pump Motor e 20a Power door locks Remote entry P93 Notused SSS Po Wot used SS 149 Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description lero aan ee eee Pa CO Noted o P CC Noted sd Blower motor Pim
10. Hood release Parking brake release pg 191 pg 116 Tf equipped 10 Instrument Cluster 4wd control Audio system E pg 125 pg 19 Auxiliary power point ps 49 gt _ ae i PASSENGER A RBAG Fog lamp control pg 38 Cigar lighter Passenger air bag Climate control system deactivate switch pg 35 pg 88 if equipped 11 Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle s functions Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works If any light remains on after starting the vehicle have the respective system inspected immediately Check engine lluminates briefly to ensure ee is functional If CHECK it comes on after the engine is started one of the engine s emission ENGINE control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted and will not require towing Light turns on without blinking Temporary malfunctions may cause your light to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened
11. Press the foglamp control to activate the fog lamps The fog lamp indicator light will illuminate When the highbeams are activated the fog S lamps will not operate Press the fog lamp control again to deactivate the fog lamps Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate e the ignition must be in the ON position and e the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamp position WARNING Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate with your parking lights or side marker lights and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision 38 High beams ZD After turning the headlamps on push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate Pull the lever towards you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation Move the control up or down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting Move the control to the full upright position past detent to turn on the interior lamps AIMING THE HEADLAMPS v Lights ONQUOUULL J The headla
12. unexpectedly and injure someone Use 1 First gear and set the parking brake fully Removing the key Turn the ignition off push the release lever located above the ignition then turn the key toward you and remove the key If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat FOUR WHEEL DRIVE 4WD OPERATION IF EQUIPPED I WARNING For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter Four wheel drive 4WD supplies power to all four wheels 4WD should not be operated on dry pavement driveline damage may occur If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and 4WD Low is selected while the vehicle is moving the 4WD system will not engage This is normal and should be no reason for concern Refer to Shifting to from 4WD Low for proper operation 124 Driving 4WD system indicator lights e 4WD Illuminates when 4H 4WD High is engaged AWD e 4WD LOW Illuminates when 4L 4WD 4WD Low is engaged LOW Usi
13. and continue to operate properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted The energy absorbing functions may have been activated in a collision so the restraints should be examined if the front air bags have deployed the pretensioners have also deployed and must be replaced regardless of whether there was an occupant in the passenger seat or not WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter 81 Seating and Safety Restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS Important supplemental restraint system SRS precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries WARNING Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module Always wear your safety belt 82 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Airbags have been known to kill or injure a child in front facing child restraints When placing a child safety seat in a front seating position including the center if equipped you sho
14. and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road WARNING The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may compromise the integrity of your tires Conventional spare tire information If you have the conventional spare tire you can use it as a spare or a regular tire The spare is identical to the other tires on your vehicle although the wheel may not match 152 Roadside Emergencies Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations Spare tire Under the vehicle just forward of the rear bumper Jack jack handle wheel nut Regular Cab behind seats and wrench underneath the jack and tools cover Cab Plus stowed in the passenger side rear cab compartment or behind the jump seat in a separate tool bag Cab Plus 4 Door stowed behind the front seats between jump seats and underneath jack and tools cover Key spare tire lock Gif equipped In the glove box Removing the spare tire 1 Assemble the jack handle to the lug wrench as shown in the illustrations When connecting the jack handle assemble the following e one handle extension and one 3 Ss gt typical extension To assemble slide parts together To gt gt disconnect depress button and pull apart e one wheel nut wrench Depress c button and slide together 153 Roadside Emergencies 2 If equipped unlock and remove the spare tire carrier lock f
15. it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mazda Corporation To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Seventh Street Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 175 Cleaning WASHING YOUR VEHICLE Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents or soap If your vehicle is particularly dirty use a quality car wash detergent Always use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results To avoid spots avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight During winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Any gasoline spilled on the vehicle or deposits such as bird droppings should be washed and sponged off as soon as possible Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car w
16. lamp Map lamps 168 T10 Ashtray lamp 161 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently e interior overhead lamp e map lamp For bulb replacement see an authorized Mazda dealer Replacing headlamp bulbs NOTE The procedure can be difficult Your Mazda dealer has the proper tools training and parts to perform this task If you have difficulty with this vistit your local Mazda dealer 41 Lights WARNING Handling Halogen Bulbs When a halogen bulb breaks it is dangerous These bulbs contain pressurized gas If one is broken it will explode and serious injuries could be caused by the flying glass If the glass portion of the bulb is touched with bare hands body oil could cause the bulb to overheat and explode when lit Never touch the glass portion of the bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection when handling or working around halogen bulbs Children and Halogen Bulbs Playing with a halogen bulb is dangerous Serious injuries could be caused by dropping a halogen bulb or breaking in some other way Always keep halogen bulbs out of the reach of children To remove the headlamp bulb 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position then open the hood 2 At the back of the headlamp pry up the two retainer pins to release the headla
17. refer to these limitations If you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle potentially including weight added to the cab the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e restrict the number of occupants or amount of cargo carried You may add equipment throughout your vehicle if the total weight added is equal to or less than the total axle reserve capacity TARC weight You should NEVER exceed the total axle reserve capacity Always ensure that the weight of occupants cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that have been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits WARNING Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury 130 Driving Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow 1 Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart in the Trailer Towing section in this chapter for your type of engine and rear axle ratio 2 Weigh your vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart This is the maximum trailer weight your vehi
18. towing and when engine braking is required e To return to O D overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF lamp will not be illuminated e O D Overdrive is automatically returned each time the key is turned off 121 Driving 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades 1 First e Provides maximum engine braking e Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever e Will not downshift into 1 First at high speeds allows for 1 First when vehicle reaches slower speeds Forced downshifts e Allowed in Overdrive or Drive e Depress the accelerator to the floor e Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Using the clutch The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed To start the vehicle 1 Make sure the parking brake is fully set 2 Press the clutch pedal to the floor then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position 3 Start the engine then press the brake pedal and release the parking brake 4 Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear then slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will re
19. wear belts times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see 78 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given Consider I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers Td rather be thrown clear Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH WARNING Always wear the safety belt Do not be tempted to sit on top of the belt to fool police or to defeat the warning system The safety belt and safety belt warning system are there to protect your life One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only Deactivating activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that e The parking brake is set e The gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission e The ignition switch is in the OFF position All vehicle doors are closed e The driver s safety belt is
20. Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress the control button Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Battery voltage gauge Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range as indicated by arrows have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible 80 oo Om 100 80 1 120 a 30 a 000000 100 e180 i MPH km h 120 RPMx1000 17 Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure gauge 4 Indicates engine oil pressure At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range H the area between the L and H SE7i AA if the needle goes below the normal range stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level Add oil if needed refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked by your authorized Mazda dealership Fuel gauge Displays approximately lt FUEL DOOR how much fuel is in the fuel tank The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade
21. RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Roadside Emergencies Note Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire 141 Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Mini Standard i Carriage Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses cartridge isa Blue Blue _ asa Natural Natural Coa e Orange Green Green _ 50a Red Red Red ea Bue Yellow _ oa Tan Brown Peon Natural Black Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver s side door Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses 142 Roadside Emergencies To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided DboeIG IC Cs Ce JC cd CAd cd e be Ge Gs Ge ee eee Les Ls C27 Le SEO The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel a Rating Description pt fA Power mirror switch Daytime Running Lights DRL Back up
22. SRS consists of e driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags e passenger air bag deactivation switch and restraint control module RCM e a readiness light and tone e and the electrical wiring which connects the components The RCM restraints control module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning including the passenger air bag deactivation switch the system wiring the air bag system readiness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Determining if the system is operational at The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster and the passenger air bag deactivate switch or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter or Passenger air bag deactivate switch section in this chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness lights will either O O flash or stay lit r e The readiness lights will not IN illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired 87 Seating and Safety Restraints If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership immediately WAR
23. United States its territories and Canada REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mazda Motor Corporation Your Mazda Importer Distributor To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 or 366 0123 in Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 172 Customer Assistance Note If you live in the U S A all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporation should be forwarded to Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine California 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 Customer Assistance Center or toll free at 1 800 222 5500 If you live outside of the U S A please contact the nearest Mazda Distributor See the Mazda Importers Distributors section of this manual SERVICE PUBLICATIONS
24. a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If your Check Engine Service Engine Soon light is on refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument cluster chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagnostics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below e First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway e Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete 219 Maintenance and Specifications CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID e 2 3L 14 engine e 3 0L V6 engine e 4 0L V6 engine 220 Maintenance and Specifications Check the power steering fluid Refer to the service maintenance section for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON ATF 1 Start the eng
25. buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat e Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position e Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front seat Mazda recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps WARNING Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 98 Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts front outboard passenger seat only 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt WARNING If there is a tether on the child safety seat attach it to the tether anchor point Refer to Att
26. complete Driving off road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the road Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area For more information on driving off road read the Four Wheeling supplement in your owner s portfolio If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat 126 Driving WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km h 35 mph The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the mo
27. distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses WARNING To reduce risk of electrical shock always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter 145 Roadside Emergencies 2 3L engine if equipped The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description cece i ered eae Notused o Notused o Notused S Notused S 50A Anti lock Brake System ABS pump motor Powertrain Control Module PCM 20A Central security module Power door locks Remote entry o Not used SSS Po JNotused SS 146 Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Description lore ee P38 CO Noted o 14 Notused o P CC Noted o O Ps CO Noted o Pg CO Noted o P20
28. e Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seat Refer to Safety Restraints for Children Safety Seats for Children or Passenger air bag On Off switch later in this chapter 71 Seating and Safety Restraints How to use the automatic locking mode Outboard front passenger seating position only for use with child safety seats e Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out e Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode WARNING After any vehicle collision the entire seat belt system should be checked for proper operation by a qualified technician Verify that the automatic locking retractors in all outboard seating positions are functioning properly Additionally check that the automatic locking mode feature for child safety seat in the passenger outboard seating position is functioning properly 72 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is
29. engine coolant in this chapter Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 36 C 34 F 207 Maintenance and Specifications It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates NEVER mix different colors or types of engine coolant Always verify the correct coolant type before adding It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should u
30. expenses that may result from the installation of add on non genuine parts or accessories WARRANTIES FOR YOUR MAZDA e New Vehicle Limited Warranty e Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty e Anti perforation Limited Warranty e Federal Emission Control Warranty Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty e California Emission Control Warranty if applicable e Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty 171 Customer Assistance e Tire Warranty NOTE Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazda portfolio OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards Therefore vehicles built for use in the United States its territories and Canada may differ from those sold in other countries The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside these areas You may have these problems if you do e Recommended fuel may be unavailable Any kind of leaded fuel or low octane fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine e Proper repair facilities tools testing equipment and replacement parts may not be available The manufacturer s warranty applies only to Mazda vehicles registered and normally operated in the
31. file and directory folder structure as follows e There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 flat file mode default and MP3 directory mode e MP3 flat file mode ignores any directory structure present on the MP3 disc The player sequentially numbers each MP3 track on the disc denoted by the mp3 file extension from T001 to T255 e MP3 directory mode represents a directory structure consisting of one level of directories folders The CD player sequentially numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc denoted by mp3 extension and all directories containing MP3 files from 01 01 to 99 99 The first two digits denote the directory number and the last two digits denote the track number within that directory e Creating discs with only one level of subdirectories will help with navigation through the disc files 30 ERROR MESSAGES Entertainment Systems You may experience an error message for the following situations e NO DISC when the CD control is pressed and there is not a CD present e DISC ERR when there is a damaged or unreadable disc Such as data discs containing no mp3 files or for data discs containing more than 255 files or directories e CD ERR for any other disc malfunction SAMPLE HIERARCHIES If you are burning your own MP3 discs it is important to understand how the MACH MP3 music system will read the hierarchies you create This is an example of creating a directory structure that is o
32. filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed 199 Maintenance and Specifications Engine Oil Recommendations 2 3L amp 3 0L Engines Look for this certification trademark SAE 5W 20 engine oil is recommended Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Use an equivalent oil Mazda specification SAE 5W 20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle s engine Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the service maintenance section Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty 200 Maintenance and Specifications 4 0L Engine Look for this certification trademark SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended Only use oils Certified For Gasoline Engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Use an equivalent Mazda Specification Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil according to the ap
33. fuel economy 215 CAD eared beenedsass E A E 211 CADACILY ditenn a 232 choosing the right fuel 212 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 00 218 detergent in fuel essei 214 filling your vehicle with fuel a so 208 211 215 filter specifications 214 fuel pump shut off switch 140 improving fuel economy 215 octane rating sosmarins 213 236 QUANG ri rE 213 running out of fuel 00 00 214 safety information relating to automotive fuels 208 Fuel flex fuel vehicle EEV sasgcicsadencersepneciens 208 212 2138 FUSES ccccesccesesseceeseneeeens 141 142 G Gas cap see Fuel cap 211 Gas mileage see Fuel ECONOMY ssicessssxiicisvesciviorsecsssaecs 215 GOUSES 4 s edscciseceapisgenconestiesveusiansies 16 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 5 witesncatsdastsVeedbancatoeceateviass 129 calculating csissceivaisiaccteceyedieciess 131 GONMIGION 3 x0 iscd tare Sie tetisers 129 driving with a heavy load 129 TOGAGION 22 ccsiies dos eebessede cae eana 129 242 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight RINE isctevyceepessescosersiesevecss 129 calculating sersan 129 131 definition sesorah 129 driving with a heavy load 129 location sc ss sccesssaysssceveessaavdesccss 129 H Headlamps cccccceccesseceeesseeeeees 38 AUT eriein rene earan nenni eE 39 bulb specifications 0000 40 daytime running lights 38 f
34. important air bag instructions and Warnings in this Owner s Guide NHTSA deactivation criteria excluding Canada 1 Infant An infant less than 1 year old must ride in the front seat because e the vehicle has no rear seat e the vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear facing infant seat or 90 Seating and Safety Restraints e the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition 2 Child age 1 to 12 A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because e the vehicle has no rear seat e although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat s whenever possible children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat s of the vehicle or e the child has a medical condition which according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child s condition 3 Medical condition A passenger has a medical condition which according to his or her physician e causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger and e makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and allowing the passenger even if belted to hit the dashboard or w
35. install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops Check Fuel Cap illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is working When this light turns on check the fuel filler cap Continuing to operate the vehicle with the Check Fuel Cap light on can activate the Service Engine Soon warning When the fuel filler cap is properly re installed the light s will turn off after a period of normal driving It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Mazda fuel filler cap is not used WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicl
36. is an FFV check your VIN or the label on the inside of your fuel filler door When checking the VIN look for the engine type identifier 8th character If your vehicle is an FFV then the character will be labeled as a K Ethanol Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor beer and wine It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field corn and sugar cane When ethanol is used in the making of motor fuels a small amount of a bad tasting chemical is added to discourage beverage use The resulting fuel is called E4100 meaning 100 pure ethanol diluted by 2 to 5 gasoline as the denaturant Fuel ethanol summer blend is then made by adding 15 more unleaded gasoline The resulting fuel also has a higher octane rating than unleaded regular gasoline and other properties which allow engine designs with greater efficiency and power Winter blends may contain up to 30 E70 unleaded gasoline 25 plus the denaturant to enhance cold engine starts Severely cold weather may require additional measures for reliable starting Refer to Cold Weather Starting in the Driving chapter Ethanol is more chemically active than gasoline It corrodes some metals and causes some plastic and rubber components to swell break down or become brittle and crack especially when mixed with gasoline Special materials and procedures have been developed for flexible fuel vehicles and the dispensers used by ethanol f
37. is on and left hand turn signal is applied 136 Driving Trailer tow connector 3 Tan White Tail lamp Relay controlled circuit activated when the park lamps headlamps are on 4 White Ground Matching vehicle circuit returns to battery s negative ground Driving while you tow When towing a trailer e Turn off the speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades e Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer e To eliminate excessive shifting use a lower gear This will also assist in transmission cooling For additional information refer to the Driving with a 5 speed automatic transmission section in this chapter e Anticipate stops and brake gradually e Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your service maintenance section for more information Trailer towing tips e Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles e Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached e The trailer tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight e After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check yo
38. is turned G to ON continues to flash or remains AV on have the system serviced immediately A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected Safety belt Reminds you to fasten your safety belt A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt Refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Charging system Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly Check gage Illuminates when any of the following conditions has CHECK occurred GAGE e The engine coolant temperature is high e The engine oil pressure is low e The fuel gauge is at or near empty 14 Door ajar lluminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open Overdrive off if equipped Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using the transmission control switch TCS Instrument Cluster DOOR AJAR 0 D OFF If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible damage to the transmission could occur Four wheel drive low if equipped Illuminates when four wheel drive low is engaged NOTE If the light continues to flash have the system serviced Four wheel drive high if equipped Illuminates when four wheel drive high is engaged NOTE If the light continues to flash have the system serviced Anti theft system Flashes when the Securilock Passive Anti
39. lamps Transmission Passenger air bag deactivation switch Blower motor relay 3 75A Left stop turn trailer tow connector Se ae e 2A Brake pressure switch C 7 5 Right stoprturn trailer tow connector Ps Noted 9 75a Brake pedal position switch 143 Roadside Emergencies Location Rating Description 10 7 5A Speed control servo amplifier assembly Generic Electronic Module GEM Shift lock actuator Turn signals 4x4 11 7 5A Instrument cluster 4x4 Main light switch Central Security Module CSM Generic Electronic Module GEM e J Noted o Brake pedal position switch 14 10A Anti lock Brake System ABS control module PST Noted o 16 30A Windshield wiper motor Wiper HI LO Le relay Wiper run park relay 18 Not used o Powertrain Control Module PCM power diode Ignition PATS Passive Anti Theft o 23 OC Noted o Clutch Pedal Position CPP switch O O ee a SE Ca es O OOOO Battery saver relay Auxiliary relay box Restraint Central Module RCM Generic Electronic Module GEM Instrument cluster po Notus S Generic Electronic Module GEM Radio 144 Roadside Emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating Description 80 Nosed o ot used Not used Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL module Instrument cluster Not used Horn relay if not equipped with a Central Security Module Not used Power
40. more consistent listening level The compression icon c will illuminate in the display Shuffle Press to engage random play on the CD or MP3 disc SHF then ON will briefly appear in the display Press SEEK to select another random track on the disc Press shuffle again to disable Repeat Press to repeat the current track CD PP Fast forward Press and hold until the desired selection point is reached This function is not enabled in MP3 mode lt lt CD Rewind Press and hold until the desired selection point is reached This function is not enabled in MP3 mode MP3 directory Allows you to listen to songs in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode Insert a MP3 disc to engage in the flat file mode The MP3 icon will be displayed While in the MP3 flat file mode press the MP3 DIR control to enter into the directory mode Press the TUNE DIR control to change directories The MP3 icon and the DIR icon will be displayed Track Press to locate a specific MP3 track or directory TRAC ea will appear in the display Rotate volume control to advance or reverse through the tracks or directories The MP3 icon will flash in the display while the MACH track function is enabled 13 14 15 16 Lit 18 19 20 Entertainment Systems Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns CD door Insert a CD wi
41. must be on level surface 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Assure the vehicle cannot move 4 Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 226 Maintenance and Specifications Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2
42. new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise 46 Driver Controls MULTI FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers a Windshield washer Push the end of the stalk e briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid e a quick push and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid e along push and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Windshield wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem less effective Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Note There are different wiper blades for cold and warm weather use 47 Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an ly angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release 2 G5 the blade and pull the wiper SS blade down toward the windshield to remove it fro
43. off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death 118 Driving WARNING Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the ON position unless the brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed 1 Apply the parking brake turn 4 ignition key to LOCK then A G remove the key 2 Insert the key and turn it to OFF Apply the brake pedal fey and shift to N Neutral WARNING In the ignition OFF position the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always set the parking brake 3 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not o
44. on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Usually when something affects the compass readings the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions If the compass still appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Refer to Compass zone adjustment 50 Driver Controls Outside air temperature Display operation of the mirror with the compass feature e Press the right button to toggle the display between the compass direction and no display SS Display operation of mirror with temperature and compass feature e Press the right button once to display temperature F and compass e Press the right button twice to display temperature C and compass e Press the right button three times to turn the display OFF WARNING The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ICE warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point do not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice Compass zone adjustment 1 Determ
45. or sloping terrain When driving on a hill avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes You could lose traction and slip sideways Drive straight up straight down or avoid the hill completely Know the conditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the crest When climbing a steep hill start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling 127 Driving When descending a steep hill avoid sudden braking Shift to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired When speed control is on and you are driving uphill your vehicle speed may drop considerably especially if you are carrying a heavy load If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km h 10 mph the speed control will cancel automatically Resume speed with accelerator pedal If speed control cancels after climbing the hill reset speed by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button to resume speeds over 50 km h 80 mph Automatic transmissions may shift frequently while driving up steep grades Eliminate frequent shifting by shifting out of Overdrive into a lower gear Driving on snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when start
46. order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch always remove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON OFF switch Turning the passenger air bag back on The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON 1 Insert the ignition key and turn the switch to ON 2 The OFF light will briefly illuminate when the ignition is turned to ON This indicates that the passenger air bag is operational PASSENGER AIRBAG WARNING If the light is illuminated when the passenger air bag ON OFF switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is ON have the passenger air bag ON OFF switch serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership immediately The passenger side air bag should always be ON the air bag OFF light should not be illuminated unless the passenger is a person who meets the requirements stated either in Category 1 2 or 3 of the NHTSA Transport Canada deactivation criteria which follows 89 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes When you turn OFF your air bag you not only lose the protection of the air bag you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system which was designed to work with the air bag If you are not a person who meets the requirements stated in the NHTSA Transport Canada deactivation criteria tur
47. position Install the headlamp on vehicle push rearward and secure with two retainer pins Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Replacing front side marker bulbs 1 2 Open the hood ee At the back of the headlamp pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward 43 3 4 10 44 Lights Remove screw s from lamp assembly Disengage lamp assembly it has a snap fit Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise Align the lamp on the vehicle and push to snap in place Install screw s on lamp assembly Install the headlamp on vehicle push rearward and secure with two retainer pins Replacing tail lamp backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1 Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle 3 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise turn and remove from lamp assembly 4 Carefully pull the bulb straigh
48. power point caps closed when not being used POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window Press and hold the top part aol 4 of the rocker switch to close the window One touch down Allows the driver s window to open fully without holding the control down Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly Press again to stop 49 Driver Controls AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal state to the non glare state when bright lights glare reach the inside rear view mirror When the inside rear view mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle the inside rear view mirror will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper system performance Press the left button on the mirror to turn the auto dimming ON or OFF The green indicator light left of the display will illuminate when this feature is ON The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse when the mirror is on to ensure a bright clear view when backing up COMPASS TEMPERATURE EC MIRROR IF EQUIPPED The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antennas Magnetic or metallic objects placed in
49. protection Your vehicle comes with two coded keys additional coded keys may be purchased from your dealer The dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key Note A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle Note Large metallic objects electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects will not cause damage to the coded key but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a problem occurs turn the ignition off remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster e When the ignition is in the OFF position the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent e When the ignition is in the ON position the indicator will glow for 3 seconds then turn off to indicate normal system functionality If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position If this occurs the vehicle should be taken to an auth
50. pull out enough webbing to buckle the tongue into the correct buckle If you did not pull out enough webbing to reach the buckle allow the tongue to retract fully before trying to pull it out again WARNING The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not around the waist Failure to position the lap belt correctly may cause serious injury in an accident If you need to lengthen the belt unfasten it and repeat the procedure above To unfasten the belt push in the release button prior to opening the rear door 75 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short for you even when fully extended 20 cm 8 inches can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your authorized Mazda dealership Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended NOTE Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime A The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts Conditions of operation The driver s
51. retardant abilities of the seat materials INSIDE WINDOWS Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged Leather seats if equipped Your leather seating surfaces have a clear protective coating over the leather e To clean use a soft cloth with Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner Dry the area with a soft cloth e To help maintain its resiliency and color use the Deluxe Leather Care Kit available at your authorized Mazda dealer e Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl and plastics or oil petroleum based leather conditioners These products may cause premature wearing of the clear protective coating UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently Keep body drain holes unplugged Inspect for road damage MAZDA CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Mazda dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use these products or products of equivalent quality These products are available at your authorized Mazda dealer 181 Maintenance and Specifications INTRODUCTION Be extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself an
52. rotate them as indicated in the service maintenance section If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked The following procedure applies to vehicles equipped with single rear wheels if your vehicle is equipped with dual rear wheels it is recommended that only the front wheels be rotated side to side e Four tire rotation r K 5 e Five tire rotation Ky SS t E Na 229 Maintenance and Specifications Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads Aye fr WARNING When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle handling may be affected which can lead to loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury WARNING Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread e g All Terrain etc as originally offered by Mazda Failure to do so can result in tire failure and a serious accident WARNING Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires WARNING Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handl
53. unbuckled e The parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps this will not affect the procedure 79 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately 1 2 minutes e Steps 3 5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 3 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled This can be done before or during BeltMinder warning activation 4 Turn on the parklamps headlamps turn off the parklamps headlamps 5 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled e After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 6 Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt e This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled 7 Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds 8 Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by e The safety belt warning light fla
54. under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure e Use an accurate tire pressure gauge e Check the tire pressure when tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km 3 miles e Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label or the Tire Label WARNING Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury 228 Maintenance and Specifications Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer
55. vehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer e Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is 129 Driving determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine transmission combination any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle Gncluding occupants and cargo is permitted to tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Trailer Weight Range Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating NOTE Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label this could affect vehicle handling and cause an accident Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations The Safety Certification Label found on the driver s door pillar lists several important vehicle weight rating limitations Before adding any additional equipment
56. will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels Before going to a car wash find out if the brushes are abrasive ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Never spray the engine or other engine components with water Water will damage the engine or other engine components e Spray Engine Shampoo and Degreaser available at your authorized Mazda dealer on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean e Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 177 Cleaning e 2 3L Engine i gt A D SAE ols E 7 7 TE S ee i k pe os O A TOY Cone I ca cru 8 NOES Sh VALE Cli cia gt oN 5 N A LAM VIS 178 Cleaning e 4 0L Engine e Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage CLEANING NON PAINTED PLASTIC EXTERIOR PARTS Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Clean with a tar remover if necessary Do not clean plastic parts with thinn
57. will flash on and off If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your dealer to have the new key s programmed To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat this procedure from step 1 for each additional key 66 Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Adjusting the front manual seat WARNING Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Sudden braking or a collision could cause serious injury Adjust the seat only when the vehicle is stopped WARNING Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don t get the full protection from seat belts During sudden braking or a collision you can slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injury or in a rear end collision you could fly up and out of the vehicle For maximum protection sit well back and upright Lift handle to move seat forward or backward 67 Seating and Safety Restraints Pull lever up to adjust seatback Using the manual lumbar support if equipped Turn the lumbar support control A clockwise to increase firmness Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase I softness N Passenger side rear access Pull up on the
58. 000 miles 96 000 km the dealer will replace the PCV valve at no cost except Canada and California vehicles 4 Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug and gap specifications 184 Maintenance and Specifications 5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty nor limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle s useful life whichever comes first Maintenance Item Months 52 56 0 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96 Fro aes 65 0 75 a0 95 00 05 100 fios firo fiis 20 ENGINE Fengine of every montis RTR R R R R R R R R R R Fon mer ove Smonts R R R R R R R RpR R R R Proves SCE LLCC AIR CLEANER ATR CLEANER Z oo O Ar cleaner fiter S SIT dihi T iie IGNITION SYSTEM IGNITION SYSTEM Sparkpugs j TT TT TT ded TT l COOLING SYSTEM COOLING SYSTEM Engine Coolant green Replace at first 45 000 miles 72 000 km or 36 months after that every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months Engine Coolant yellow Replace at first 100 000 miles 160 000 km or 60 months after that every 50 000 miles 80 000 km or 36 months Coolant condition and I I I I protection hoses and clamps annually prior to cold weather every 12 months CHASSIS AND BODY Wheel lug nut I fj I IT Ty Tyr TY I y ty iyi torque Inspect tires for wear and rotate X X X
59. 35 Maintenance and Specifications handle MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Refer to your service maintenance section to determine the correct service interval 3Do not mix different types or colors of engine coolant ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS Engine 2 3L 14 engine 3 01 V6 engine 4 0L V6 engine Spark plug gap 1 04 1 19mm 1 07 1 17mm 1 3 1 4 mm 0 041 0 047 0 042 0 046 0 052 0 056 inch inch inch Compression 9 7 1 9 14 1 9 0 1 ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS mm in Cin 3 Overall height 4x2 4x4 1575 62 0 1585 62 4 Oren Ne Taen rean 5 Track Rear 1 455 57 3 1 455 57 3 236 Maintenance and Specifications 237 Maintenance and Specifications h O gt 1 gt IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification Label may be located The Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver s side Vehicle identification number VIN The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Engine number T
60. 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system Note This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine don t press the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter WARNING Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage 110 Driving WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire WARNING Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle sp
61. Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM FM stereo AM FM stereo with CD AM FM stereo with in dash six CD AM FM stereo with CD MP3 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper washer control Power windows Speed control Cruise control Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti theft system Table of Contents 4 12 12 16 19 19 21 23 27 35 35 38 38 40 40 47 47 49 53 59 59 59 59 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints 67 Seating 67 Safety restraints 69 Air bags 82 Child restraints 93 Driving 110 Starting 110 Brakes 115 Transmission operation 119 Vehicle loading 129 Trailer towing 131 Recreational towing 138 Roadside Emergencies 140 Hazard flasher switch 140 Fuel pump shut off switch 140 Fuses and relays 141 Overheating 151 Changing tires 152 Jump starting 158 Wrecker towing 164 Customer Assistance 165 Reporting safety defects U S only 175 Cleaning 176 Repairing paint chips 177 Underbody preservation 181 Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications 182 Engine compartment 192 Engine oil 196 Battery 202 Fuel information 208 Refill capacities 232 Lubricant specifications 235 Engine data 236 Accessories 239 Index 240 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical inc
62. L 684 699 9347 170 Customer Assistance ADD ON NON GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES Non genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores These may fit your vehicle but they are not approved by the manufacturer for use with Mazda vehicles When you install non genuine parts or accessories they could affect your vehicle s performance or safety system the manufacturer s warranty doesn t cover this Before you install any non genuine parts or accessories consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer WARNING Installation of Non Genuine Parts or Accessories Installation of non genuine parts or accessories could be dangerous Improperly designed parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle s performance or safety system This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries in an accident Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non genuine parts or accessories WARNING Add On Electrical and Electronic Equipment Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add on equipment or choosing an improper installer could be dangerous Essential systems could be damaged causing engine stalling air bag CSRS activation ABS inactivation or a fire in the vehicle Be very careful in choosing and installing add on electrical equipments such as mobile telephones two way radios stereo systems and car alarm systems Mazda assumes no responsibility for death injury or
63. NING Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles including safety belt pretensioners For disposal of safety belt pretensioners air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your authorized Mazda dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel Passenger air bag ON OFF switch WARNING An air bag ON OFF switch has been ON installed in this vehicle Before driving always look at the OFF face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with PASSENGER AIRBAG these instructions and warnings Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision Turning the passenger air bag off 1 Ignition OFF 2 Insert the ignition key turn the switch to OFF position and hold in OFF position while removing the key 3 When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly momentarily shuts off and then turns back on This indicates that the passenger air bag is deactivated D PASSENGER AIRBAG 88 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING If the OFF light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON have the passenger air bag switch serviced at you authorized Mazda dealership WARNING In
64. RATION PLAN CAMVAP If a specific item of concern arises where a solution cannot be reached between an owner Mazda and or one of it s dealers that all parties cannot agree upon the owner may wish to use the services offered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP uses the services of Provincial Administrators to assist consumers in scheduling and preparing for their arbitration hearings However before you can proceed with CAMVAP you must follow your Mazda dispute resolution process as outlined previously CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program can obtain an information booklet from their dealer the Provincial Administrator of the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan Office at the following address or telephone number Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Office 235 Yorkland Boulevard Suite 300 North York Ontario M2J 4Y8 1 800 207 0685 167 Customer Assistance Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below Province Territory CAMVAP Number British Columbia amp Yukon 604 681 0312 Territories Alberta amp Northwest Territories 403 426 0650 REGIONAL OFFICES Regional Offices Mazda Canada Inc Western Region Alberta 8171 Ackroyd Road British Columbia Suite 2000 Manitoba Richmond B C Saskatchewan V6X 3K1 Yukon 604 303 5670 Mazda Canada Inc Central Atlantic Regi
65. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours e Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury e Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury e Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated 209 Maintenance and Specifications clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline and or ethanol vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction FFV fuel tanks may contain zero to 85 percent ethanol Any fuel blends containing gasoline and ethanol should be treated the same as Fuel Ethanol To identify if your vehicle
66. U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Mazda to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate 227 Maintenance and Specifications Traction AAA BC The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance NOTE The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested
67. WARNING Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately WARNING If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes WARNING Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail CLUTCH FLUID IF EQUIPPED Check the fluid level Refer to the service maintenance section for the service interval schedules During normal operation the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should remain constant If the fluid level drops refill the fluid level to the step in the reservoir Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Mazda specification Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter WARNING Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately 222 Maintenance and Specifications 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and water from entering the reservoir 2 Remove cap and rubber diaphragm from reservoir the step in the reservoir 4 Reinstall rubber diaphragm and cap onto reservoir TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid i
68. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel NOTE The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located 18 Entertainment Systems AM FM STEREO lt SEEK gt at cae cate IL TUNE gt 1 Seek Press P gt to find the next strong station down up the frequency band 2 Tune Press lt q i gt to manually change radio frequency down up 3 AM FM Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode AM FM 4 Memory preset buttons To set a station Select frequency e 3 a band AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 5 Power volume Press to turn 6 Tone Press TONE until the Entertainment Systems ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels VOL PUSH desired level Bass Treble a Fade appears on the display Turn the volume control to raise lower the levels or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back if equipped CLK Clock To set the hour press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display Press SEEK to decrease lt Q or increase B gt the hours To set the minute press and hold CLK until CLOCK set appears in the display Press TUNE to decrease lt Q or increase B gt the minutes 20 Entertainment Sys
69. X X X X X X recommended interval for a tire life Clutch reservoir fluid level reservoir fluid level I af Jil mr I eoo a eee ee ee Disc brake system Pot tet tet de ciers bt bt pte 185 Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance Interval Number of months or Miles km whichever comes first Maintenance ten Momms 52 sooo oa esre mo ee oTo rroo aes 65 7o 75 a0 95 00 05 100 fios fino fins 20 Drum brake system lines and ii hoses Exhaust system for leaks ai looseness Manual transmission fluid transmission fluid ae Automatic ransmission fluid Exhaust system shielding for rapped material Propeller shaft U joints Gf L L equipped with grease fittings Parking brake system for I I I I damage and operation all joints x2 a Transfer case fluid 4x4 Replace every 150 000 miles 240 000 km Rear axle lubricant Does not require replacement unless rear axle submerged in water Proconorrarvevers 1 111111 11_ Foerster Oe S e S S S e e EEE suspension and driveshaft Remarks For marked items in this maintenance chart please pay attention to the following points 1 The wheel lug nuts must be retightened to the proper specifications at 800 km 500 miles of new vehicle operation at any wheel change or at any other time the wheel lug nuts have been loosened 2 Replace every 150 000 miles 240 000 km unless submerged in water 3 At 60 000 mi
70. aching child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter WARNING Air bags can kill or inure a child in a child seat Never place a rear facing child seat in the right front seat unless the air bag on off switch is turned OFF If you place a forward facing child seat in the right front seat turn the air bag on off switch to OFF See Passenger air bag on off switch in this chapter WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger air bag switch is turned off Also slide the front seat forward until the rear facing child seat contacts the dash board for maximum support All other children and forward facing child seats and booster seats should be on front seats that are slid back as far away as possible from the dashboard 99 Seating and Safety Restraints 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together il 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not ee twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the Zi proper buckle the buckle DF closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 100 5 10 11 Allow the safety belt to retract Befor
71. act or rear impacts The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries it may also cause minor abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control 86 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation or you may be burned WARNING If the air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The
72. age the starter 1 Turn the key to 4 ON without lt turning the key to 5 START If N there is difficulty in turning the 3 4 x key rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely This condition may occur when 2 _ e the front wheels are turned e a front wheel is against the curb Turn the key to 5 START then O release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter Note If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to 3 OFF wait 10 seconds and try again Cold weather starting flexible fuel vehicles only In cold weather ethanol fuel distributors should supply winter grade E485 ethanol If summer grade E485 ethanol is used in cold weather you may experience increased cranking times rough idle or hesitation 113 Driving until the engine has warmed up Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade E485 ethanol High quality blends of winter grade E485 ethanol will produce satisfactory cold weather starting and driving results Cold starting performance can also be improved by using an engine block heater Engine block heaters are available as an option and can be obtained from your Mazda dealer Consult the engine block heater section for proper use of the engine block heater If you experience cold weather starting problems on E485 ethanol and neither an alternative brand of E485 ethanol nor a
73. ash If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades windshield and rear window After washing apply the brakes several times to dry them WAXING YOUR VEHICLE Waxing your vehicle on a regular basis will reduce minor scratches and paint damage Wax when water stops beading on the surface This could be every three or four months depending on operating conditions Use only carnauba or synthetic based waxes Use a cleaning fluid with a clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle Use tar remover to remove any tar spots Avoid getting wax on the windshield or on any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades windshield and rear window 176 Cleaning REPAIRING PAINT CHIPS Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with Genuine Mazda Touch Up Paint Observe the application instructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately CLEANING THE WHEELS Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that
74. ax _ 3 196 Maintenance and Specifications e 3 0L V6 engine e 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 197 Maintenance and Specifications 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again e If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL e If the oil level is below the MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN MAX range e 2 3L 14 engine SAE 5W 20 u l SGA O SRE _ Zs sia e 3 0L V6 engine SAE 5W 20 198 Maintenance and Specifications e 4 0L SOHC V6 engine SAE 5W 30 e Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark or the letter F in FULL on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the
75. cessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap The tether anchors in your vehicle are located on the back of the front seat cushion The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view e Bucket seats e 60 40 seats WARNING Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor 102 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING This anchor information applies to child safety seats equipped with tether straps For child safety seats equipped with LATCH anchors refer to Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors in this chapter WARNING Never attach two child safety seat tethers to a single tether anchor In a crash on anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death 1 Position the child safety seat on the front seat cushion 2 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position 103 Seating and Safety Restraints The tether anchor is located on the rear lower portion of the passenger sea
76. cle can tow It must be below the maximum trailer weight shown in the chart TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a class I II or III trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts Your vehicle s load capacity is designated by weight not by volume so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle Towing a trailer places an additional load on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension Inspect these components carefully after any towing operation 4x2 w manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio trailer frontal area weight kg of trailer Ibs m ft Regular Cab 2 3L All 2 177 4 800 744 1 640 Equal to frontal area of vehicle 3 0L Dual All 2 722 6 000 1 161 2 560 4 64 50 Sport Cab Plus Cab Plus 4 3 0L Dual All 2 722 6 000 1 070 2 360 4 64 50 Sport 4 0L A 3 175 7 000 1 488 3 380 4 64 50 Sport 131 Driving 4x2 w manual transmission For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft elevation For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle see Calculating the load earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towin
77. cles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps 135 Driving Using a step bumper The optional step bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 19 mm 8 4 inch shank diameter The bumper has a 907 kg 2 000 lb trailer weight and 91 kg 200 lb tongue weight capability The rated capacities as shown in this guide for trailer towing with the factory bumper are only valid when the trailer hitch ball is installed directly into the ball hole in the bumper Addition of bracketry to either lower the ball hitch position or extend the ball hitch rearward will significantly increase the loads on the bumper and its attachments This can result in the failure of the bumper or the bumper attachments Use of any type of hitch extensions should be considered abuse Trailer tow connector The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper on the driver s side of the vehicle Refer to the following chart for information regarding the factory equipped trailer tow connector Trailer tow connector 1 Dark Green _ Trailer right hand Circuit activated when brake turn signal pedal is depressed or when ignition is on and right hand turn signal is applied 2 Yellow Trailer left hand turn Circuit activated when brake signal pedal is depressed or when ignition
78. d others and damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance If you re unsure about any procedure it describes we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer Factory trained Mazda technicians and genuine Mazda parts are best for your vehicle Without this expertise and the parts that have been designed and made especially for your Mazda inadequate incomplete and insufficient servicing may result in problems This could lead to vehicle damage or an accident and injuries For expert advice and quality service consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer The owner should retain evidence that proper maintenance has been performed as prescribed A claim against a warranty will not qualify if it results from lack of maintenance and not from defective material or authorized Mazda workmanship Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda s original equipment may perform maintenance But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer using genuine Mazda parts SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE Schedule I Normal Driving Conditions Emission Control Systems Follow Schedule I if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply If any do apply follow Schedule II e Repeated short distance driving e Driving in dusty conditions e Towing a trailer e Operating in hot weather in stop and
79. d will not change the hierarchy that is actually written on the disc Only mp3 files will be played files with other extensions will be skipped 7 Old Group 03 SJoldsong mp3 03 01 T004 Classical Piano 04 Ji sonata01 mp3 04 01 T005 Ssonata02 mp3 04 02 T006 SAsonata03 mp3 04 03 T007 Ji sonata04 mp3 04 04 T008 Album Info lartist1 jpg Elbiography txt F Opera 05 Slaria mp3 05 01 T009 J chorus mp3 05 02 T010 Jf first act mp3 05 03 T011 E Swing 06 Alswi ingstuff asx JA swingsong mp3 06 01 T012 Elragtime ram Mork Elproposal doc Epresentation ppt Elspreadsheet xls In this example xx directory xx xx directory track and Txxx flat file track SAVING AND NAMING MP3 FILES e Your MACH MP3 music system supports discs containing up to 255 files in 255 directories Discs containing more than 255 files will not play e Always save MP3 files with the mp3 extension The player recognizes an MP3 file by the mp3 extension so MP3 files saved with different extensions will not be played Never save a non MP3 file with the mp3 extension as the file will not play properly and damage may occur to the player or your sound system e The player supports multi session discs However be sure to import the previous session of the disc before you add new files If you do not im
80. down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls check for e Underinflated tire s on any wheel s 117 Driving e Uneven vehicle loading e High crown in center of road e High crosswinds e Wheels out of alignment e Loose or worn suspension components TRACTION LOK AXLE LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL IF EQUIPPED This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle WARNING To reduce the risk of injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under
81. down the frequency band in individual increments Seek Press and release SEEK lt q gt for previous next strong station selection or track Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or BE sion decrease volume levels Entertainment Systems 14 CD Press to enter CD mode or to play a CD already loaded into the system 15 AM FM Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode 16 Bass Press A IV to increase decrease the bass output 17 Treble Press A IV to increase decrease the treble output 18 CD door Insert a CD printed side up PREMIUM IN DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM aes uF scan lt BR gt wee a sex gt E368 ae D PUSH ON Ci OOOO a S eee pos ay 23 Entertainment Systems 1 Seek Press and release a SEEK lt q P gt for previous next Ge strong station or track of current disc 2 Rewind Press for a slow rewind press and hold for a fast rewind Fast forward Press for a slow ca advance press and hold for a fast advance 3 Comp Compression In CD mode press to adjust the soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed 4 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again return to ia playing media In CD mode MUTE acts as a pause feature 5 Eject Press to eject a CD
82. ds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Vehicle loading Before loading a vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms e Base Curb Weight Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment fluids lubricants etc It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment Payload Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo occupants and optional equipment The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight e GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Base curb weight plus payload weight The GVW is not a limit or a specification e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum permissible total weight of the base vehicle occupants optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar e GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar e GCW Gross Combined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer e GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum permissible combined weight of towing
83. duce the life of the clutch 122 Driving Recommended shift speeds Downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine drivetrain combination aes cic 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 Overdrive Upshifts when cruising recommended for best fuel economy Transfer case position if equipped Shift from oH or 4H 6 km h 4 mph 10 km h 8 mph 3 16 km h 12 mph 4 5 Overdrive 68 km h 40 mph 26 km h 16 mph Maximum downshift speeds Transfer case position if equipped 2H or 4H 5 Overdrive 4 88 km h 55 mph 34 km h 22 mph 72 45 mph 27 km h 18 mph 56 35 mph 21 kmh 14 mph 2 1 32 20 mph 11 km h 8 mph Reverse 1 Make sure that your vehicle is at a complete stop before you shift into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission 2 Move the gearshift lever into the neutral position and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse e The gearshift lever can only be moved into R Reverse by moving it from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth before shifting into R Reverse This is a lockout feature that protects the transmission from accidentally being shifted into R Reverse from 5 Overdrive 123 Driving Parking your vehicle 1 Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position 2 Fully apply the parking brake then shift into 1 First 3 Turn the ignition off WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it may move
84. durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive booster cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 159 Roadside Emergencies 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 160 Roadside Emergencies 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel
85. e If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle FFV use only UNLEADED FUEL and 85 ETHANOL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based compounds containing MMT Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty 212 Maintenance and Specifications Octane recommendations Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your authorized Mazda dealership to prevent any engine damage Unleaded Gasoline engines Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with an R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas FFV engine if equipped Your vehicle is designed to use E85 Fuel Ethanol Regular unleaded gasoline or any percentage of the two fuels combined U S government regulations require fuel ethanol dispensing pumps to have a small square orange and black label with the common abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for that region Use of oth
86. e Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air Bi pat ae circulated in the vehicle D B Temperature selection Ww Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each control 74 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate F Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents A Distributes outside air through the floor vents Gp Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents CHY Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents OPERATING TIPS To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the 47 position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm weather do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield To aid in side window defoggin
87. e belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury The more severe the crash and the heavier the occupant the greater the risk is Be sure the air bag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the Transport Canada deactivation criteria SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions NOTE You are required by law to use a child restraint system in the U S and Canada Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision NOTE Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat Never place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat position the vehicle seat fully rearward and turn the passenger air bag off 93 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat Child seats should never be placed in the front seats unless
88. e placing the child in the Seating and Safety Restraints To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard a ae Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle x and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with knee on the child seat to remove any slack in the belt seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place To check this grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward There should be no more than one inch of movement for proper installation Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use 101 Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an ac
89. e the engine is running for long periods door to door delivery taxi police power utility company trucks or similar duty then Mazda recommends you increase the frequency of oil and filter changes to an interval equivalent to 200 ENGINE HOURS of use Since most vehicles are not equipped with hour meters it may be necessary for you to approximate your idle time and plan oil filter changes accordingly 187 Maintenance and Specifications hange Automatic Transmission Fluid ubricate Front Wheel Bearing 4x2 eplace Spark Plugs eplace Engine Air Filter eplace Fuel Filter Change Manual Transmission Fluid Replace Engine Oil and Filter Inspect Brake System Inspect and Lubricate U Joints Change Transfer Case Fluid 4x4 pe as as Suggested Maintenance pee 5 000 15 000 30 000 60 000 As As 30 000 60 000 Interval miles miles miles miles required required required miles miles 3 months Towing a trailer or X X X X using a camper or car top carrier Extensive idling or X X X X X X X low speed driving for long distances as in heavy commercial use such as delivery taxi or patrol car Operating in dusty X X X X conditions such as unpaved or dusty roads orraa E x For specific recommendations see your authorized Mazda dealer or qualified service professional OWNER MAINTENANCE Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these
90. eage 5 Your dealer s name and location 6 Your question s If you would like to write a letter please address it to the following Attn Customer Assistance Plaza Motors Corp Mazda de Puerto Rico P O Box 362722 San Juan Puerto Rico 00936 2722 Tel 787 788 9300 This way we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible That is our goal If you live outside the U S A please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor 169 Customer Assistance MAZDA IMPORTERS DISTRIBUTORS U S A Importer Distributor Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 TEL 1 800 222 5500 in U S A 949 727 1990 outside U S A Distributor in each area CANADA Mazda Canada Inc 305 Milner Avenue Suite 400 Scarborough Ontario M1B 3V4 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 in Canada 416 609 9909 outside Canada PUERTO RICO Plaza Motors Corp Mazda de Puerto Rico P O Box 362722 San Juan Puerto Rico 00936 2722 TEL 787 788 9300 GUAM Triple J Motors P O Box 6066 Tamuning Guam TEL 671 649 6555 SAIPAN Pacific International Marianas Inc d b a Midway Motors P O Box 887 Saipan MP 96950 TEL 670 234 7524 Triple J Saipan Inc d b a Triple J Motors P O Box 500487 Saipan MP 96950 0487 TEL 670 234 7133 3051 AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors Inc P O Box 1120 Pago Pago American Samoa 96799 TE
91. eat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place WARNING If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases WARNING If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 109 Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1 ACCESSORY allows the 5 electrical accessories such as LS the radio to operate while the engine is not running Ol 2 LOCK locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift 2 o gt lever and allows key removal 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to be moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal being depressed WARNING In the ignition OFF position the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P Park position without the brake pedal depressed To avoid unwanted vehicle movement always set the parking brake 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving
92. ed to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water WARNING Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation 202 Maintenance and Specifications WARNING When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps resulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners WARNING Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately WARNING Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are
93. eed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission e Make sure the parking brake is set 111 Driving e Make sure the gearshift is in P Park If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Make sure the parking brake is set 2 Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3 Turn the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START Yr W I If there is difficulty in turning the key firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely This condition may occur when e front wheels are turned e front wheel is against the curb 112 Driving e steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced e If the driver s safety belt is fastened the A light may not illuminate Refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information Starting the engine Note Whenever you start your vehicle release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could dam
94. ely 5 minutes or until driver s safety belt is buckled The BeltMinder feature will not activate The BeltMinder feature will not activate 77 Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare events 36 700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime Tm not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home Belts are uncomfortable Safety belts are designed to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Safety Belt Warning Chime reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Seat belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t Set the example teen deaths occur 4
95. enforcement or government agencies e others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such information Introduction Special instructions For your added safety your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls WARNING Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury WARNING Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury or death Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter Using your vehicle with a snowplow WARNING Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Using your vehicle as an ambulance WARNING Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Do not use your vehicle as an ambulance as it is not equipped with an ambulance preparation package Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Vehicle Symbol Glossary Sa
96. er fluid reservoir 9 Battery 10 Power steering fluid reservoir 2 Engine coolant reservoir 11 Air filter assembly 3 Engine oil dipstick 5 Engine oil filler cap 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Power distribution box 192 Maintenance and Specifications 3 0L V6 engine SA ayy XD E Ws SY VK AEA ATCT ct Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Power distribution box CAAT KR WOOD Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission 9 Battery 10 Power steering fluid reservoir 11 Air filter assembly 193 Maintenance and Specifications 4 0L SOHC V6 engine Windshield washer fluid reservoir Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission Engine oil filler cap Engine oil dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Power distribution box Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission Battery Oo OND FF WO WH KF Power steering fluid reservoir Ta Air filter assembly pa be Engine coolant reservoir 194 Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID lt i Windshield washer fluid lt 9 Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir completely Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specification Refer
97. er fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertrain damage a loss of vehicle performance and your warranty may be invalidated Fuel quality Many of the world s automakers issued the World wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter In Canada look for fuels that display the Auto Makers Choice logo It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty 213 Maintenance and Specifications Unleaded Gasoline engines If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended particularly in the United States because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your authorized Mazda dealership FFV engine if equipped Your FFV will operate well on ordinary Regular unleaded gasoline but only the highest q
98. ers solvents or petroleum based cleaners CLEANING MIRRORS Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water Be careful when removing ice from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface CLEANING THE EXTERIOR LAMPS Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle If necessary use a tar remover To avoid scratching the lamps do not use a dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners CLEANING THE WIPER BLADES WINDSHIELD AND REAR WINDOW If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents 179 Cleaning If the wiper still does not wipe properly this could be caused by substances on the windshield or rear window such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes Clean the outside of the windshield or rear window with a non abrasive cleaner Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water The windshield rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis and blades or rubber elements replaced when worn CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth then dry with a dry c
99. f equipped Refer to your service maintenance section for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 223 Maintenance and Specifications 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler
100. fety Alert Protecting the Environment Air Bag Front Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost Demist A e ry See Owner s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti Lock Brake System Traction Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash Wipe Rear Window Defrost Demist pu A xe A AG D E sxe a ee 8 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary A A Power Windows Power Window Lockout Personal Alarm System Feature y s Engine Oil Engine Coolant WR Engine Loolgni Temperature I Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas A Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Ce Maintain Correct Fluid Level CES D gt LI i FB Sef Vv Emission System C5 Engine Air Filter i Passenger Compartment o gt e Air Filter Check fuel cap pS INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing Mazda may change the contents without notice Jack Instrument Cluster Instrument panel dimmer dome light Instrument cluster control pg 12 pg 39 Headlamp control pg 38 Speed control Turn signal and pg 53 wiper washer Driver air bag control pg 82 pg 40
101. fety restraints 94 child safety belts 94 Child safety seats 1 000000100 97 attaching with tether straps 102 in front seat oo ceeeeeeeeeees 99 IN rear Seat eee eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeteees 99 LATCH irei aa 106 tether anchorage hardware 102 Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment 177 OXUCTION sssccsseiieeastacidcessvisks 177 181 exterior lamps cceeeeees 179 instrument cluster lens 180 instrument panel 0008 180 interior ceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 180 Mazda car care products 181 MUTLOTS 32sss50suyshssesasessvsvverseveeses 179 Plasti Parts sick leteectncveeseshocs 179 WASHING ccrcssic cesanwesernacaunecreateas 176 WAKING 5 cchsSeacsde stnacaversancbaeensbers 176 WHEELS sariren i E 177 WINGOWS ou eeeeeeeceesesssseeeeeeeeeeeees 181 wiper blades cccccceeeenees 179 Clutch AEDT UPELA EPAR e E A S 222 operation while driving 122 recommended shift speeds 123 Compass electronic s 50 51 CaliDTaGlON srusen onnen 52 set zone adjustment 51 CONSOLE ssriresioinesses tniii isak 57 Coolant checking and adding 204 refill capacities ssri 207 232 specifications 00 235 236 Cruise control see Speed control 0 53 Customer Assistance oo 165 166 169 D Daytime running lamps see LAMPS ou ecccceeeesseeeeees 38 Dipstick automatic transmiss
102. fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running e Use the same filling rate setting dow medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow no more than 2 automatic click offs when filling e Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating e Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up 215 Maintenance and Specifications e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy I 2 3 4 5 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading Gn kilometers or miles Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Calculation 1 Multiply liters used by 100 the
103. g cartridge after 10 12 hours of play to maintain good sound operation Don t e Expose tapes to direct sunlight extreme humidity heat or cold e Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played CD CD PLAYER CARE Do e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface e Inspect discs before playing Clean only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out 33 Entertainment Systems Don t e Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time e Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine e Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should not be inserted into the CD player The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels Ball point pens may damage CDs Please contact your dealer for further information AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your authorized Mazda dealership 34 Climat
104. g demisting in cold weather 1 Select 2 Set the temperature control to full heat 3 Set the fan speed to HI 35 Climate Controls 4 Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel WARNING Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1 Fan speed adjustment Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle Je 2 Temperature selection Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle 3 Air flow selections Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle See the following for a brief description on each control MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only 74 Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate A Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents Distributes outside air through the floor vents T Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents GY Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents OPERATING TIPS e To red
105. g vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR 4x4 w manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio trailer frontal area weight kg of trailer dbs m ft Regular Cab Cab Plus Cab Plus 4 For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft of elevation in this chapter Calculating the load earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR 132 Driving 4x2 w automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio trailer frontal area weight kg of trailer Ibs m ft Regular Cab 2 3L All 2 495 5 500 1 025 2 260 Equal to frontal area of vehicle 3 0L Dual All 3 402 7 500 1 823 4 020 4 64 50 Sport Cab Plus Cab Plus 4 3 0L Dual All 3 402 7 500 1 733 3 820 4 64 50 Sport 4 0L al ee 4 309 9 500 2 604 5 740 4 64 50 Sport For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft elevation For definition of terms used in this table see Vehicle Loading earlier in this chapter To determine maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle see Calculating the load earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the co
106. go rush hour traffic e Extended periods of idling or low speed operation e High speed operation with a fully loaded vehicle e Off road operation NOTE After the described period continue to follow the described maintenance at the recommended intervals 182 Maintenance and Specifications Chart symbols I Inspect and if necessary correct clean or replace A Adjust R Replace L Lubricate Normal driving service intervals perform at the months or distances shown whichever occurs first Maintenance Interval Number of months or km miles whichever comes first Maintenance tem Monas a 2 16 m0 2a 28 2 o ao a a tooo aes 5 a0 a5 20 fs a0 fos a0 as sofos oo ENGINE ENGINE S S O Engine oil every 6months rjr r r e r r r rjr rR R Oil flterevery 6months RRL R RI RT RI RI R R RI RI R eov vave EE EE TE TT ET ET AIR CLEANER ATR CLEANER o O Air cleaner fitter SSS ddelir IGNITION SYSTEM IGNITION SYSTEM Sparkpiugs SSS ET COOLING SYSTEM COOLING SYSTEM Engine Coolant green Replace at first 45 000 miles 72 000 km or 36 months after that every 30 000 miles 48 000 km or 24 months Engine Coolant yellow Replace at first 100 000 miles 160 000 km or 60 months after that every 50 000 miles 80 000 km or 36 months Coolant condition and protection I I I I hoses and clamps annually prior o cold weather every 12 months CHASSIS AND BODY
107. he bed extender 1 Lower tailgate 2 Pull the round knobs on each side of the extender to release it from the pickup box 3 Pivot extender on to the tailgate 4 Evenly push down on the extender and push the round knobs in on each side locking it in place Green markings on the shaft indicate the locked position The locking clip screws below the middle bar can be tightened counterclockwise for extra security 57 Driver Controls Note If the red marking on the shaft is visible the bed extender is not locked or properly secured To stow the bed extender follow steps one through four in reverse order The bed extender may be used to secure a load of up to 46 kg 100 lbs on the tailgate The bed extender should always be kept in the stowed position with the tailgate closed when not in use To remove the bed extender 1 Extend the bed extender 2 Pull the round knobs on each side of the extender to unlock it Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the extender 1 Press the locking clips below the middle bar on each side and lift the extender out of the bed To install the bed extender follow the removal procedure in reverse order 58 Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle In case of loss replacement keys are available from your dealer You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require
108. he engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped 238 Accessories CELL PHONES Use of cell phones and other devices by driver WARNING Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones computers portable radios vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties up the driver s hands Use of these devices will cause the driver to be distracted and could lead to a serious accident If a passenger is unable to use the device pull off the right of way to a safe area before use If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning use a hands free system to at least allow the hands free to drive the vehicle Never use a cell phone or other electrical device while the vehicle is moving and instead concentrate on the full time job of driving 239 Index A ABS see Brakes ceee 115 Air bag supplemental restraint SYSTEM sariri oe etA ONE i RAS 82 and child safety seats 84 description rr 82 disposal meigien napas 88 driver air bag 0 eee 86 indicator light eee 87 0 01 1 B 0 srressaniericansukisiiass 86 passenger air bag 86 passenger deactivation SWIGGH o2hes seizes E 88 Ambulance packages c08 7 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 204 Anti lock b
109. he vehicle to the previously set speed The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km h 80 mph 54 Driver Controls Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed Press and hold the SET ACC control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET ACC control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 6 km h 1 mph Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACC control Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the COAST control to operate the Tap Down function Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1 6 km h 1 mph Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET ACC control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal if equipped This will not erase your vehicles previously set speed 55 Driver Controls e Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed W_ co
110. he way back and turn off the passenger air bag If using a rear facing child safety seat in the front outboard seating position make sure the passenger airbag is turned off and slide the passenger seat all the way forward until the safety seat rests on the dashboard See Passenger air bag on off switch in this chapter WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat WARNING An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat Child seats should never be placed in the front seats unless passenger air bag switch is turned off See Passenger air bag on off switch in this chapter WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off WARNING Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap shoulder belt WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained 85 Seating and Safety Restraints How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side imp
111. hedules Confirm the color and type of engine coolant before adding to avoid mixing uncompatible products e Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter 205 Maintenance and Specifications WARNING Automotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant Use only Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or a premium engine coolant that meets a Mazda specification e DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color e DO NOT USE a DEX COOL engine coolant or an equivalent engine coolant e DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze e DO NOT USE supplemental coolant additives in your vehicle These additives may harm your engine s cooling system e DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant in your vehicle Make sure the correct coolant is used e DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and conventional coolant together in your vehicle Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine s cooling system e The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and coo
112. hicle is parked To set the parking brake press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops 116 Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and O remains illuminated when the BRAKE ignition is turned ON until the parking brake is released WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission NOTE The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Pull the release lever to release the PEAKE PERET brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to decrease the driver s effort in steering the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump e Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the vehicle with the power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks
113. hors and Tethers for Children attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle 106 Seating and Safety Restraints This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle may be equipped with LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the following seating positions le f e Bucket seats Lb 8 e 60 40 seats represents LATCH anchors represents tether strap anchors To improve child seat protection use the tether anchor when using the LATCH to install a child safety seat See Attaching child safety seats with tether straps in this section WARNING Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death WARNING Do not put the LATCH type seat in the center seat position it only has one possible anchor point and the seat will not be properly attached 107 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING If there are two LATCH seats to install you can only mount one LATCH seat in this vehicle with the LATCH anch
114. ice paid or payable by the consumer less a reasonable allowance for consumer use The consumer has the right to choose whether to receive a refund or replacement vehicle California Civil Code Section 1793 22 b presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km 18 000 miles whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity a defect or condition that substantially impairs the use value or safety of the vehicle OR 3 The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendar days not necessarily all at one time In the case of 1 or 2 above the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 174 Customer Assistance REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Mazda Corporation If NHTSA receives similar complaints
115. ide Emergencies Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug wrench Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 10 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown to 135 Nm 100 lb ft Note that these tightening specifications are for nut and bolt threads that are free of dirt and rust Use only Mazda recommended 1 2 20 replacement fasteners Stow the flat tire Refer to Stowing the spare tire Stow the jack and lug wrench Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive Unblock the wheels 157 Roadside Emergencies Stowing the flat spare tire 1 Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up 2 Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the wire and retainer through the center of the wheel 3 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly as the tire contacts the frame The spare tire carrier will ratchet when the tire is in the fully stowed position The spare tire carrier has a built in ratchet feature that will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets with very little effo
116. indshield in a crash WARNING This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and right front passenger These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs In a crash if the air bag is turned OFF this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing the belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury The more severe the crash and the heavier the occupant the greater the risk is Be sure the air bag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the NHTSA deactivation criteria 91 Seating and Safety Restraints Transport Canada air bag deactivation criteria Canada Only 1 Infant An infant less than 1 year old must ride in the front seat because e my vehicle has no rear seat e the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear facing infant seat or e the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the infant s condition 2 Child age 12 or under A child age 12 or under must ride in the front seat because e my vehicle has
117. ine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 If your vehicle is equipped with a 3 0L V6 engine check the fluid level on the dipstick It should be within the FULL HOT range Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 5 If your vehicle is equipped with a 4 0L SOHC V6 or 2 3L I4 engine check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 6 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the FULL HOT range Be sure to put the dipstick back in the reservoir BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed Refer to the service maintenance section for the service interval schedules 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir Maintenance and Specifications 2 Visually inspect the fluid level 3 If necessary add brake fluid from a clean un opened container until the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Mazda specification Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter
118. ine which compass zone you are in by referring to the zone map 2 Turn ignition to the ON position 51 Driver Controls 3 To change the zone setting push and hold the right button until ZONE appears in the display repeatedly until desired compass zone number is displayed The display will change back to the compass direction after 3 seconds when the button is not activated Press the right button SS Compass calibration adjustment The compass calibrates itself under normal driving conditions There is not a need for manual compass calibration If calibration is still desired follow these instructions 1 2 52 Start the vehicle For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories and make sure that all vehicle doors are shut Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines Press and hold the left button for approximately 3 seconds until CAL appears in the display Release the left button to enter the calibration mode a l l Drive the vehicle slowly less than 5 km h 8 mph in a circle until CAL indicator disappears in the display about two or three circles The compass is now calibrated Driver Controls POWER MIRROR CONTROL IF EQUIPPED C To adjust your mirrors 1 Select lt A to adjust the left mirror or B gt to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction y
119. ing 0 0 0 226 Transmission automatic operation 119 fluid checking and adding AUTOMATIC sicsssrssicismrniisesran 2238 fluid checking and adding manual dissieressaaeeidecaseesbinstnecis 225 fluid refill capacities 232 lubricant specifications 235 236 manual operation 0008 122 TWIN SIGNAL seiccccceecsiencceverssercceeeses 40 Vv Vehicle dimensions 6 236 Vehicle Identification Number VIN Jerain E EE 238 Vehicle loading c eee 129 camper bodies eeeeeeeeeeees 139 Ventilating your vehicle 115 WwW Warning lights see Lights 12 Washer fluid iessssrsercsirnrisss 195 Washing your vehicle 176 Water Driving through 128 Waxing your vehicle 176 Windows DO WEY neriak ayen EN 49 Windshield washer fluid and WIDCES sarekoa naa 47 checking and adding fluid 195 checking and cleaning 47 replacing wiper blades 48 Wrecker towing oseese 164 245 246 247 248
120. ing from a full stop When braking apply the brakes as you normally would In order to allow the anti lock brake system ABS to operate properly keep steady pressure on the brake pedal Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles for stopping Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower gears DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly especially if the depth is not known Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Traction or brake capability may be limited and your vehicle may stall Water may also enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine Once through the water always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage 128 Driving SPECIAL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS OF PICKUP TRUCKS AND UTILITY TYPE VEHICLES WARNING For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter WARNING Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower spee
121. ing of the vehicle and increase the risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer 230 Maintenance and Specifications SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components NOTE Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you need to use snow tires and chains it is recommended that steel wheels are used of the same size and specifications as those originally installed Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains e Do not use tire chains on aluminum wheels Chains may chip the wheels e Use only SAE Class S chains e Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the cables rub or bang against the vehicle stop and retighten them If this does not work remove the cables to prevent vehicle damage e If possible avoid fully loading your vehicle e Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed Do not use ti
122. ion EDG AE A A A 223 engine Oil srrcesneo einsi 196 Doors lubricant specifications 235 Index Driveline universal joint and SIP YOKE sss eeivnestavietacceviiavtetects 227 Driving under special conditions 124 126 127 MMA ieee sisi E N EE EE 127 Sand aa E E 127 snow and ICE oe eeeeceeeeeseeees 128 through water e s 127 128 E Emergencies roadside JUMP STATUING sssosicoss lisis 158 Emission control system 218 PINGING siromasna 236 CLEANING sesesss isccvsszisvivneeis aa 177 COOLA cae cadena eee 204 idle speed control 202 lubrication specifications s es 235 236 refill capacities eee 232 service points sses 192 194 starting after a collision 140 Engine block heater 114 Engine OL sisarien 196 checking and adding 196 GUD SUICK sos sccceecadssisdeedenvenesseapctacess 196 filter specifications 200 recommendations ccce 200 refill capacities 0 00 0 232 specifications 0 0 0 235 236 Exhaust fumes cccccceeeees 114 F Flexible Fuel Vehicle FFV 208 Fluid capacities csserisesciirs 232 POA DS esis cixsersucsevacessethe tenses 38 Four Wheel Drive vehicles 124 241 Index driving off road cessisse 126 electronic shift cccceeeee 125 indicator light 125 preparing to drive your VOHICIO 534 scccscayseeishieccrassiecesianie 118 Fuel soen iaa seins 208 calculating
123. ion If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS This vehicle is equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system NOTE The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test This is normal If a malfunction is found the ABS warning light will come on If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized Mazda dealership The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for
124. ions e Four wheel drive operation Gf equipped is less fuel efficient than two wheel drive operation e Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window sticker These numbers represent the Range of L 100 km MPG expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM tC Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only the specified fuel listed e Avoid running out of fuel e Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds e Have the items listed in your service maintenance section performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in the service maintenance section are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Mazda or Mazda authorized parts are used fo
125. ions and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking in rules for your vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage In addition your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide Event Data Recorder The computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as e the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers e information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle and e information related to engine throttle steering brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle speed This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event This stored information may be read out and used by e Mazda Motor Company e service and repair facilities e law
126. it in an emergency Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti Theft System for more information POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press the top of the control to UNLOCK unlock all doors and the bottom to lock all doors REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK position If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting GENERAL INFORMATION This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 59 Locks and Security Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
127. lash tO PASS eccccccesseceeeeseeees 39 High BEAM sweets iesstnesepivgcresseite 39 replacing DUDS ssessgsecdacasvcceeas 41 turning on and off 0 38 Heating heating and air conditioning system 35 36 OOO setae sor taie Weed eevee sana eaeeoee ex 191 I IGNITION ansu 110 236 Infant seats see Safety seats oo 97 Inspection maintenance I M EANA EEE A 219 Instrument panel Cleaning sner EE eewiet ese 180 CUSTE orenera E 12 180 lighting up panel and ITET OL poeren iiin 39 location of components 12 J JIE earr ren ere rere 152 DOSITIONING erari eni 152 SCOLAGE akaniona 152 154 Jump starting your vehicle 158 K Keys positions of the ignition 110 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 0 40 Cargo lamps c vcsscissiisecasesastecande 39 daytime running light 38 fog laMPS eicsccgscsseinesvess centadeesdoonss 38 MEA GAINS sists Svseesesebeansysecnenrtenes 38 headlamps flash to pass 39 instrument panel dimming 39 interior lamps 00c68 40 41 replacing bulbs oe 40 41 48 45 46 Lane change indicator see Turn signal ou 40 LATCH anchors ccceeeeeeees 106 Lights warning and indicator 12 anti lock brakes ABS 116 Load limits wee eeeeeeeeeneeeee 129 GAWR centes aoee AN 129 GVWR idee eee ENE 129 trailer towing ou eee 129 Loading instructions 129 Lubricant
128. lder belt height push the button and slide the height adjuster down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height adjuster up Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place WARNING Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the center lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically WARNING The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not around the waist Failure to position the lap belt correctly may cause serious injury in an accident 74 Seating and Safety Restraints Insert the tongue into the correct buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle _ A L To tighten the belt pull the loose gt j end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use to keep the belt away from door openings and available after unfolding the seats Adjusting the rear center facing jump seat lap belt if equipped The center facing rear jump seat lap belt will adjust automatically To fasten grasp the tongue and with a continuous motion
129. les 96 000 km the dealer will replace the PCV valve at no cost except Canada and California vehicles 186 Maintenance and Specifications 4 Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug and gap specifications 5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure to perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty nor limit recall liability prior to completion of the vehicle s useful life SCHEDULE II SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONS If your driving habits FREQUENTLY include one or more of the following conditions e Short trips of less than 16 km 10 miles when outside temperatures remain below freezing e Towing a trailer or carrying maximum loads e Operating in severe dust conditions e Operating during hot weather in stop and go rush hour traffic e Extensive idling such as police taxi or door to door delivery service e High speed operation with a fully loaded vehicle max GVW e Off road operation Change ENGINE OIL AND OIL FILTER every 3 months or 4 800 km 3 000 miles whichever occurs first NOTE Idling the engine for extended periods will accumulate more hours of use on your vehicle than is actually indicated by the mileage odometer Consequently the odometer reading can be often misleading when determining the right time to change your engine oil and filter If you are using your vehicle in a manner which allows it to remain stationary whil
130. light on or a mis installed fuel cap can activate the Check Engine warning light It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap For more information refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and specifications chapter Brake system warning light To confirm the brake system warning light is functional it will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running or in a position between ON and START or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your dealership Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership 13 Instrument Cluster WARNING Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous A significant decrease in braking performance may occur It will take you longer to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Anti lock brake system If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash a malfunction has been detected have the system serviced immediately Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated Air bag readiness If this light fails O O to illuminate when ignition
131. lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grownding points WARNING Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables 161 Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 162 Roadside Emergencies 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions
132. ling system components and may void the warranty of your vehicle s engine cooling system If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer WARNING Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir If engine coolant is sprayed onto the windshield it could make it difficult to see through the windshield When the engine is cool add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant is at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed in the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application e NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 e NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 e Engine coolant concentrations above 60 or below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Plain water may be added in an emergency but you must replace it with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible 206 Maintenance and Specifications Check the coolant level in the reservoir before you drive your vehicle the next few times with the engine cool If necessary add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant level is at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on the reservoir depending upon application Have
133. local dealer for driveshaft removal installation Improper removal installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid or transfer case fluid loss damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission and transfer case components CAMPER BODIES Your pickup is not recommended for slide in camper bodies 139 Roadside Emergencies HAZARD FLASHER A The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn them off Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Note With extended use the flasher may run down your battery FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH vet This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt After an accident if the engine cranks but does not start this switch may have been activated 140 This switch is located in the front passenger s footwell by the kick panel access cover To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition OFF 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition ON 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check of leaks FUSES AND
134. loth Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection Your vehicle is designed with painted controls and features which are particularly sensitive to certain products such as insect repellent and suntan lotion When operating the various features on your vehicle be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in contact with any of these types of products in order to avoid possible damage to the painted surfaces WARNING Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LENS Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats and safety belts e Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner e Remove light stains and soil with Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner available at your authorized Mazda dealer e If grease or tar is present on the material spot clean the area first with Spot and Stain Remover available at your authorized Mazda dealer e Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution 180 Cleaning e Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame
135. lt in reduced fuel economy Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle service maintenance section Conditions Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 0 4 km L 1 mpg is lost for every 180 kg 400 Ib of weight carried Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal 217 Maintenance and Specificat
136. luding photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Mazda Motor Corporation Mazda may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 2002 Mazda Motor Corporation Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Mazda Motor Corporation product Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it For more information on Mazda Motor Corporation and its products visit the following website e In the United States www mazdausa com e In Canada www mazda ca Additional owner information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermo
137. m the arm 2 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard 3 Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance TILT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED To adjust the steering wheel 1 Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you 2 Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location 3 Release the steering wheel release control This will lock the steering wheel in position WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving 48 Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT 12V Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse rating For example a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse should supply a maximum of 120 Watts Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse Refer to Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for fuse ratings in your vehicle Always keep the
138. maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift lever in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute Turn the A C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute 3 UR 08 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process e The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and 203 Maintenance and Specifications will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dis
139. med Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter Turn the ignition to the 3 OFF position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if e the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or e the remote transmitter lock control is pressed or e after 25 seconds of illumination The dome lamp control if equipped must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate The inside lights will not turn off if 63 Locks and Security e they have been turned on with the dimmer control or e any door is open The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes after the last door is closed even if the dimmer control is on SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti theft system is an engine immobilization system This system is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used The SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Mazda aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security
140. mp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward 3 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear to pb free it from the bulb socket and BA slide the ring off the plastic y ec base Keep the ring to retain the e s new bulb 4 Without turning remove the old bulb by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly 42 Lights To install the new bulb Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hands could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated Always wear safety glasses while handling bulbs NOTE If the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used I With the flat side of the bulb s plastic base facing upward insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly You may need to turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating clockwise until you feel a stop Install the electrical connector into the plastic base until it snaps locking it into
141. mpleted towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR 133 Driving 4x4 w automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio trailer frontal area weight kg of trailer Ibs m ft Regular Cab Cab Plus Cab Plus 4 For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft of elevation in this chapter Calculating the load earlier in this chapter Maximum trailer weight is shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle including hitch passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rating GCWR WARNING Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label The certifcation label is found on the driver s door latch pillar WARNING Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance 134 Driving Hitches For towing trailers up to 907 kg 2 000 Ib use a weight carrying hitch and ball which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through
142. mps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by your authorized Mazda dealer 39 Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL gt gt e Push down to activate the left turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal COURTESY READING LAMPS IF EQUIPPED The courtesy lamp lights when e any door is opened e the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on e the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF The reading lamps can be turned on by moving the switch on the dome lamp to either the left or the right BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility NOTE The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time 40 Lights Number of bulbs Park turn lamps 2 a ne Headlamps 2 9003 Rear stop tail lamps 2 3157K Rear turn lamps 2 3156K lamps 3156K Rear turn sidemarker 916NA amber Fog lamp Cif 2 899 equipped 211 2 nterior overhead lamp 912 906
143. n push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle a n oar r The front outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front passenger outboard safety belt has two types of locking modes described below Energy Management Feature e This vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision e This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode outboard front passenger seating position only for use with child safety seats In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use the automatic locking mode
144. n divide by total kilometers traveled Calculation 2 Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 105 km h 65 mph 216 Maintenance and Specifications Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could resu
145. n engine block heater is available adding unleaded gasoline to your tank will improve cold starting performance Your vehicle is designed to operate on E485 ethanol unleaded gasoline alone or any mixture of the two If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions flexible fuel vehicles only 1 Press and hold down the accelerator 1 3 to 1 2 way to floor then crank the engine 2 When the engine starts release the key then gradually release the accelerator pedal as the engine speeds up If the engine still fails to start repeat Step 1 Using the engine block heater if equipped An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and heater defroster performance Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 23 C 10 F or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle The heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle WARNING To prevent electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects 114 Driving WARNING If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating informat
146. n of the VIN Purchase date Present odometer reading Oo n e Your dealer s name and location 7 The nature of your problem and or cause of dissatisfaction The Department in cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative will review the case to determine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction 166 Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer s service facilities personnel and equipment We urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence therefore for most effective results MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGRAM Occasionally a customer concern cannot be resolved through Mazda s Customer Satisfaction Program If after exhausting procedures in this manual your concern is still not resolved you have another option Mazda Canada Inc participates in an arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP will advise you about how your concern may be reviewed and resolved by an independent third party through binding arbitration Your complete satisfaction is the goal of Mazda Canada Inc and our dealers Mazda s participation in CAMVAP makes a valuable contribution to our achieving that goal There is no charge for using CAMVAP CAMVAP results are fast fair and final as the award is binding on both you and Mazda Canada Inc CANADIAN MOTOR VEHICLE ARBIT
147. n pinan 74 warning light and chime 76 Safety restraints LATCH ANI CMOS eiria aE 106 Safety restraints tether ANCONS serike a R NEES 102 Safety seats for children 97 Seat belts see Safety restraints 69 DEALS eorr ar EEEN 67 child safety seats c c 97 Servicing your vehicle 190 SMOWDPIOWING ceceescceeseteeeeeeeees 7 Spare tire see Changing the Tire 152 Spark plugs specifications 236 Special notice ambulance conversions T utility type vehicles 00 7 Specification chart lubricants cceeeeee 235 236 Speed control 0 0 ceeeeeeeeeeeeee 53 Starting a flex fuel vehicle 113 Starting your vehicle 4 iccavcecieertacsess 110 111 113 JUMP Starting 22 c ccsvsevercanees 158 244 Steering wheel GUMS aaa E E 48 T Tether anchors c ccceeeeeee 102 TIKES sirpin 152 227 228 Changing gis ccseiuveeecesewes ts 152 155 checking the pressure 228 replacing lt i cviaaververecenvivasecscess 230 TOCAUING neee a us ga 229 snow tires and chains 231 tire grades seeen eing 228 treadwear ccceeeeccscceesseeeeeeeses 227 TOWNS os osx tuvecvscthale tecersiyetandagerts 131 recreational towing 138 trailer towing eee 131 wrecker o eccccccesessecesesseeseeseaees 164 Traction lok rear axle 118 Transfer case fluid check
148. ne level deep with various types of music While various files are present files with extensions other than mp3 only files with the mp3 extension will be played Other files will be ignored by the system This enables you to use the same MP8 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer home computer and your MACH MP3 music system disc Work Rock 01 SI coolsong mp3 01 01 SJ rocksong mp3 01 02 J specialsong mp3 01 03 4 oldsong mp3 01 04 t Classical 02 Sf sonata01 mp3 02 01 Si sonata02 mp3 02 02 J sonata03 mp3 02 03 14 sonata04 mp3 02 04 t lartist1 jpg B biography txt Opera 03 Jl aria mp3 03 01 J chorus mp3 03 02 LA first act mp3 03 03 27 Swing 04 E swingstuff asx JI swingsong mp3 04 01 ragtime ram E proposal doc E presentation ppt A spreadsheet xls 31 Entertainment Systems This hierarchy is an example of a bise 01 more complex directory structure While you are capable of setting up al many directory levels when burning SA coolsong mp3 01 01 T001 J specialsong mp3 02 01 T003 a CD the MACH MP3 music Classics system will display the structure as if it were only one level deep Therefore the system will condense the complex hierarchy into a structure similar to the one level deep example above This will not harm the MP3 disc an
149. ng the electronic shift 4WD system if equipped D4 axd awo HBH Low e e 2WD 2WD High Power to the rear wheels only used for street and highway driving 4X4 HIGH 4WD High Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off road situations Not intended for use on dry pavement 4X4 LOW 4WD Low Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels Intended only for off road applications such as deep sand steep grades or pulling heavy objects 4X4 LOW 4WD Low will not engage while the vehicle is moving this is normal and should be no reason for concern Refer to Shifting to from 4X4 4WD Low for proper operation Shifting between 2WD 2WD High and 4X4 HIGH 4WD High e Move the 4WD control between 2WD and 4X4 HIGH at any forward speed Note Do not perform this operation if the rear wheels are slipping 125 Driving Shifting to from 4X4 LOW 4WD Low 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Depress the brake 3 On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission place the transmission in N Neutral on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission depress the clutch 4 Move the 4WD control to the desired position e If shifting into 4X4 LOW 4WD Low wait for the LOW RANGE light in the instrument cluster to turn on indicating the shift is complete e If shifting out of 4X4 LOW 4WD Low wait for the LOW RANGE light in the instrument cluster to turn off indicating the shift is
150. ning OFF the air bag can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision WARNING Always use safety belts and child restraints properly If a child in a rear facing infant seat must be transported in front the passenger air bag must be turned OFF This is because the back of the infant seat is too close to the inflating air bag and the risk of a fatal injury to the infant when the air bag inflates is substantial The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an air bag than without To do their job and reduce the risk of life threatening injuries air bags must open with great force and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk in some situations particularly when a front seat occupant is not properly buckled up The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary air bag injuries without reducing the overall safety of the vehicle is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained in the vehicle especially in the front seat This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide If you choose to deactivate your air bag you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the air bag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts because safety belts in modern vehicles are designed to work as a safety system with the air bags Read all air bag Warning labels in the vehicle as well as the other
151. no rear seat e although children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat whenever possible children age 12 and under have no option but to sometimes ride in the front seat because rear seat space is insufficient or e the child has a medical condition that according to the child s physician makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the child s condition 3 Medical condition A passenger has a medical condition that according to his or her physician e poses a special risk for the passenger if the air bag deploys and e makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deployment greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and experiencing a crash without the protection offered by the air bag 92 Seating and Safety Restraints Transport Canada air bag deactivation criteria continued WARNING This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and or right front passenger These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs In a crash if the air bag is turned OFF this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing th
152. not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual WARNING Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate during certain frontal or near frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system including retractors buckle assembly pretensioner assembly with seat and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in the activation of the safety belt pretensioners Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter WARNING Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder 73 Seating and Safety Restraints e Regular Cab and 4 door Cab Plus e 2 door Cab Plus To lower the shou
153. nsmission or R Reverse manual transmission WARNING To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed WARNING If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or 1 First manual transmission 2 Set the parking brake and turn engine OFF 155 Roadside Emergencies 3 WARNING To lessen the risk of any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire Insert tapered end of the lug Loosen each wheel lug nut Position the jack according to Block the diagonally opposite wheel wrench behind hub caps and twist them off one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm 1 inch off the ground personal injury do not put e Front 156 e Rear Never use the differential as a jacking point It is too easy for the vehicle to tilt or fall and you can be injured Is 8 11 12 13 Roads
154. ntrol set speed memory is erased OVERDRIVE CONTROL IF EQUIPPED Activating overdrive Overdrive is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears 0 D 0 D When you shut off and re start your vehicle the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive mode Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch TCS located on the end of the gearshift lever The O D Off indicator light will illuminate on the instrument cluster The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive To return to normal overdrive mode press the Transmission Control Switch again The O D Off indicator light will no longer be illuminated For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter 56 Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include e Utility compartment with cassette compact disc storage e Cupholders e Coin holder slots e Flip up armrest WARNING Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision BED EXTENDER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend the pickup box for longer loads To extend t
155. o disengage clock mode 10 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band OWOOWWOLX AM FM tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns In CD mode press to move between CDs This radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls which allow you to set up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 11 CD Press to select CD mode Seamless play In CD mode the transition between the end of one CD and the beginning of another will not contain delay time unless SEEK or a preset control is pressed 12 AM FM Press to select a frequency band in radio mode cD cD Autostore Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM FM1 FM2 Press and momentarily hold AM FM 25 Entertainment Systems AUTOSTORE will flash on the display When the six strongest stations are filled the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing If there are less than six strong stations the system will store the last one in the remaining presets Press again to disengage 13 Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels 14 Load Press to load a CD Press and hold to load up to six discs m 15 Shuffle Press to play tracks in E random order Press SHUF to a cycle through SHUF DISC SHUF TRAC or SHUF OFF
156. om the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 First 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels 190 Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and shift to P Park 2 Block the wheels e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N Neutral 2 Block the wheels Note Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD am gt 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod 191 Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2 3L 14 engine Ca Ol ES Y E a Ag Gis ce ER RS C AA g r 4 Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 8 Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission 1 Windshield wash
157. on Ontario 305 Milner Avenue New Brunswick Suite 400 Nova Scotia Scarborough Ontario Prince Edward Island M1B 3V4 Newfoundland 1 800 263 4680 Mazda Canada Inc Quebec Region 6111 Route Trans Canadienne Quebec Pointe Claire Quebec H9R 5A5 514 694 6390 168 Customer Assistance CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE PUERTO RICO Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER STEP 2 If after following STEP 1 you feel the need for further assistance please contact your area s Mazda representative Indicated on the next page Please help us by providing the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and model of vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number 17 digits noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver s side corner of the dash 4 Purchase date and current mil
158. ons 73 8L 19 5 gallons Transfer Case Mazda 4x4 Vehicles 1 2L 1 25 Fluid MERCON ATF quarts 4x4 Vehicles 1 7L 8 6 pints Front axle lubricant Mazda SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant 233 Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Mazda Part Application Capacity Name Rear axle Mazda SAE 2 4 2 5L 5 0 5 3 lubricant 80W 90 pints Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Windshield Ultra Clear washer fluid Windshield Washer Concentrate 1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Refer to the service maintenance section to determine the correct service interval Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle DO NOT MIX different colors or types of coolant DO NOT USE Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter Traction Lok axles use 2 2 2 4L 4 75 5 0 pints of rear axle l
159. or bars You need to mount the second seat with the center seat belt using the lap belt method and the child safety seat tether if equipped WARNING Do not attach two seats to one LATCH anchor bar installation are located at the rear section of the front passenger seat between the cushion and seat back The LATCH anchors are below locator symbols on the seat back Two plastic LATCH guides may be 4 The lower anchors for child seat purchased from your local Mazda dealer part number 1F60 57 751 They snap onto the latch lower anchor in the vehicle to help attach a child seat with rigid latch attachments It will hold the seat foam away and expose the anchor making attachment of the child seat easier Make sure you attach the proper child safety seat tether after securing the LATCH WARNING If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 108 Seating and Safety Restraints Follow the child seat manufacturer s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments WARNING Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child s
160. orized dealer for service 64 Locks and Security Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3 OFF position The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 ON position with a coded key disarms the vehicle e The THEFT indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out e If the THEFT indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly have the system serviced by your dealer Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don t have an extra coded key you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed Replacing coded keys can be very costly Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin Tips e A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle e Only use Securilock keys e You must have two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s readily accessible 65 Locks and Security e If
161. ose objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your authorized Mazda dealership WARNING Modifications to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end body structure tow hooks and snow plows may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle WARNING Additional equipment may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury Consult your authorized Mazda dealership before installation of additional equipment WARNING The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide 84 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Never place a rearward facing child safety restraint in front of an airbag Airbags have been known to kill or injure children in front facing child safety restraints Whenever placing a child safety seat in a front seating position including center if equipped turn off the passenger side air bag switch after being certain the child is properly restrained If using a forward facing child safety restraint in the front outboard seat slide the seat all t
162. ou wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 48 km h 30 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km h 30 mph WARNING Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved You may lose control of the vehicle WARNING Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on You may lose control of the vehicle or cause engine system damage 53 Driver Controls Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience 1 Press the ON control and release it 2 Accelerate to the desired speed 3 Press the SET ACC control and release it 4 Take your foot off the accelerator pedal 5 The indicator light S456 on the instrument cluster will turn on Note e Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage Resuming a set speed Press the RSM resume control and release it This will automatically return t
163. party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to e unlock the vehicle doors without a key e lock all the vehicle doors without a key e activate the personal alarm If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting Unlocking the doors 1 Press Wg and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps will illuminate 2 Press Wg and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors Locking the doors amp 1 Press and release to lock all the doors 2 Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the doors are closed and locked Note the doors will lock again the horn will chirp once and the lamps will flash If any of the doors are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the lamps will not flash 60 Locks and Security Power door unlock disabled The UNLOCK feature on your power UNLOCK door locks will not work from inside the vehicle when e the ignition has been turned to the OFF position and e 20 seconds elapse after all vehicle doors are closed and locked using the remote entry transmitter or the power door unlock control while the accompanying door is open The UNLOCK feature will work again after
164. passenger air bag switch is turned off See Passenger air bag on off switch WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off Also slide the front seat forward until the rear facing child seat contacts the dash board for maximum support All other children and forward facing child seats and booster seats should be on front seats that are slid back as far away as possible from the dashboard WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit WARNING Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle 94 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING Placing a child 12 years or younger in the front seat is dangerous The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously inju
165. perating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working 119 Driving WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle WARNING If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your authorized Mazda dealership Driving with a 5 speed automatic transmission if equipped P RNO21 nE See Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle A new vehicle or transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation Additionally whenever the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the strategy must relearn WARNING Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P Park to another position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents
166. port the previous session only the last session will be played e When burning a disc ensure that you close finalize the disc before playback or the disc may not play properly or an error message may appear e The player supports DAM Digital Automatic Music discs 32 Entertainment Systems RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC Those frequencies are AM 530 540 1600 1610 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can effect radio reception e Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception e Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception e Station overload When you pass a broadcast tower a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed CASSETTE PLAYER CARE Do e Use only cassettes which are 90 minutes long or less e Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub e Remove loose labels before inserting tapes e Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing e Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleanin
167. pose of automotive GY batteries in a responsible manner s S Follow your local authorized Y Y standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT E Checking engine coolant Your engine s cooling system has been factory filled with a 50 50 mixture of distilled water and Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Mazda specification A 50 50 mixture of distilled water and Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant provides e maximum cooling system efficiency e freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F e boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F e protection against rust and other forms of corrosion e an accurate temperature readout from the engine coolant gauge The engine coolant must be maintained at the correct fluid level and concentration to work properly If the engine coolant fluid level and concentration is not maintained correctly damage to the engine and cooling system may result 204 Maintenance and Specifications e 2 3L engine e 3 0L amp 4 0L engines When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir e The engine coolant should be at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to the service maintenance section for service interval sc
168. propriate schedule listed in the service maintenance section Engine Oil Filter Recommendation Change your engine oil filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the service maintenance section Mazda production and aftermarket Mazda oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Mazda Material and design specifications start up engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Mazda oil filter or another brand meeting Mazda specifications for your engine 201 Maintenance and Specifications BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Mazda maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service However for severe usage or in high temperature climates check the battery electrolyte level Refer to the service maintenance section for the service interval schedules Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If possible try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fasten
169. r maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Mazda parts should be equivalent to genuine Mazda Motor Corporation parts in performance and durability WARNING Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire 218 Maintenance and Specifications Illumination of the Service Engine Soon light charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly WARNING Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be
170. r the hood or from the engine compartment e If steam is coming from the engine compartment do not go near the front of the vehicle Stop the engine then turn the ignition switch 151 Roadside Emergencies to the ON position without starting the engine The radiator cooling fans will start to cool the engine e If neither coolant nor steam is escaping open the hood and idle the engine until it cools If this does not lower the temperature stop the engine and let it cool 5 Check the coolant level If it is low look for leaks in the radiator hoses and connections heater hoses and connections radiator and water pump If you find a leak or other damage or if coolant is still leaking stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda dealer See Adding coolant in the Maintenance and specifications section If you find no problems the engine is cool and no leaks are obvious carefully add coolant as required WARNING When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator are hot Note If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats have the cooling system inspected The engine could be seriously damaged unless repairs are made CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly
171. rake system see Brakes n se 115 116 Audio system see Radio 19 21 23 27 Automatic transmission 119 driving an automatic overdrive 0 eeeeeceeecceeeseeeesseeeees 120 fluid adding uu eee 223 fluid checking sssissrssriassis 223 fluid refill capacities 232 fluid specification 236 Auxiliary power point 49 Axle lubricant specifications 235 236 refill capacities esirissisiuies 232 traction LOK serisi rinrin 118 B Battery srein 202 acid treating emergencies 202 jumping a disabled battery 158 maintenance free s 202 240 SCTVICING denarena ENER 202 Bed extender cccccccccceeeseeeees 57 BeltMinder nissen terna 77 Brakes sichccesiectseasiastetuerieiiataenctae 115 PIO CK aasian 115 116 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 116 fluid checking and adding 221 fluid refill capacities 232 fluid specifications 235 236 lubricant specifications 235 236 ATKINS ob sndssashaassexecdsesvnediebeess 116 shift interlock cece 119 Break in period ccccceseeeeeenees 5 BUIDS ebanean eis eap 40 C Calculating load ou ee 131 Capacities for refilling fluids 232 Cassette tape player 21 28 CD single premium 19 27 Cell phone warning 6 239 Certification Label 00 238 Changing a tire aies 152 Child sa
172. re due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on the Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle WARNING In the event of an accident the Fuel pump shut off switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration e g collision when parking To reset the switch refer to the Fuel pump shut off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment In this guide answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by a bold WARNING statement These comments should be read and observed Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before Lli touching or attempting adjustment of any kind Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulat
173. re chains on dry roads e The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains 231 Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Name Engine oil Mazda SAE 5W includes filter 20 Super quarts change Premium Motor Oil quarts Mazda SAE 5W 4 0L V6 engine 30 Super Premium Motor Oil Brake fluid High All Fill to line on Performance reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid fluid MERCON ATF dipstick Transmission 5 speed manual 2 65L 2 8 fluid t MERCON ATF quarts 7 Mazda 4x2 vehicles 9 4L 9 9 MERCON V with automatic quarts ATF and 2 3L I4 engine 4x2 vehicles 9 5L 10 0 with automatic quarts and 3 0L or 4 0L engines 4x4 vehicles with automatic and 3 0L or 4 0L 232 Engine coolant pf Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Mazda Part Application Capacity Name Premium Engine 2 3 L 14 engine with manual transmission 2 3L I4 engine with automatic transmission 3 0L V6 engine with manual transmission 3 0L V6 engine with automatic transmission 4 0L V6 engine with manual transmission 4 0L V6 engine with automatic transmission Regular cab Short wheel base Regular cab Long wheel base SuperCab 10 0L 10 5 quarts 14 3L 15 1 quarts 14 0L 14 8 quarts 13 0L 13 7 quarts 12 5L 13 2 quarts 62 4L 16 5 gallons 75 7L 20 0 gall
174. re to serve you All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition In our experience any questions problems or complaints regarding the operation of your Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your dealer If the cause of your dissatifaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal dealership procedures we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Contact Your Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with a member of dealership management If the Service Manager has already reviewed your concerns contact the owner of the dealership or its General Manager STEP 2 Call the Mazda Regional Office If you feel that you still require assistance ask the dealer Service Manager to arrange for you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative If more expedient contact Mazda Canada Inc Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements STEP 2 Contact the Mazda Customer Relations Department If still not substantially satisfied contact the Customer Relations Department Mazda Canada Inc 305 Milner Avenue Suite 400 Scarborough Ontario M1B 3V4 Canada TEL 1 800 263 4680 Provide the Department with the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and model of vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number VIN Refer to the Vehicle Identification Labels page of section 10 of this manual for the locatio
175. recliner handle The seat will lean forward and unlock the track Slide the seat forward to access the rear area of the cab To return seat to original position slide the seat bottom back then push the seatback up to lock it in place If the seatback is pushed first the seat will lock and you will have to use the seat adjust handle to move the seat back to the original position 68 Seating and Safety Restraints REAR SEATS Center facing jump seat 2 door Cab Plus if equipped To open pull inboard and down on the seat handle To stow the seat pull seat bottom back to the fully upright position WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat Center facing jump seat 4 door CabPlus 4 if equipped To open pull seat assembly down then raise seatback To stow the seat fold seat back down and raise seat assembly to the fully upright position WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions WARNING Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips WARNING To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained WARNING Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including
176. red or even killed Never place a child safety seat in a center facing rear jump seat If you must place a child safety seat in a front seating position make sure the passenger airbag is turned off See Turning the airbag Off in this section Never use a rear facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4 years of age Although the lap shoulder belt will provide some protection these children are still too small for lap shoulder belts to fit properly which could increase the risk of serious injury To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats Mazda recommends use of a belt positioning booster Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they weigh about 80 Ibs about 8 to 12 years old Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions e Can the child sit all
177. riate intervals for changing the fuel filter 214 Maintenance and Specifications Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Mazda part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Mazda fuel filter is not used ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 3 000 km 5 000 km 2 000 miles 3 000 miles Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the
178. rips Check parking brake for proper operation Check lap shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function Check air pressure in spare tire Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation Clean wiper blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid Check safety warning lamps brake ABS air bag safety belt for operation 189 Maintenance and Specifications e Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength e Check battery water level non maintenance free e Check battery connections and clean if necessary SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle e We highlight do it yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location e We provide a Scheduled Maintenance section which makes tracking routine service easy If your vehicle requires professional service your dealership can provide necessary parts and service Check your Warranty Information to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Genuine Mazda parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE e Do not work on a hot engine e Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all open flames and other lit material away fr
179. rom the rear access hole located just above the rear bumper and below the tailgate Cr 3 Insert the straight end of the jack handle into the rear access hole located just above the rear bumper and below the tailgate Forward motion will stop and resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged 4 Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack 5 Remove the retainer from the spare tire Stowing the spare tire 1 Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up 2 Install the retainer through the 1 wheel center and slide the wheel under the vehicle 3 Turn the spare handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle The spare handle ratchets when the tire is raised to the stowed position It will not allow you to overtighten 154 Roadside Emergencies 4 If your vehicle is equipped with P265 75 R15 AT tires do not stow a flat or inflated full size spare tire in the spare tire carrier The flat full size tire should be stowed and tied down in the pickup box bed until it can be repaired 5 If removed install the spare tire carrier lock on the access hole above the bumper Tire change procedure WARNING When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic tra
180. rt take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience 4 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame assembly Push against the tire to make sure it is tightly sealed under the vehicle Loosen and retighten if necessary Failure to properly stow the spare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the spare tire 5 Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure every six months per service maintenance section or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through service of other components 6 Install the spare tire lock if equipped into the access hole above the rear bumper with the spare tire lock key Gf equipped and jack handle JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE WARNING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage WARNING Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability also the catalytic converter may become damaged 158 Roadside Emergencies Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its shift strategy As a result the transmission may have firm and or soft shifts This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or
181. s not damaged 4x2 equipped with a manual transmission Before you have your vehicle towed e Release the parking brake e Move the gearshift to the neutral position e Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF UNLOCKED position e The maximum recommended speed is 88 km h 55 mph e The maximum recommended distance is unlimited e The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transfer case components In addition it is recommended that you follow the instructions provided by the aftermarket manufacturer of the towing apparatus if one has been installed 138 Driving 4x2 equipped with automatic transmission and 4x4 vehicles 4x2 vehicles with automatic transmissions or 4x4 vehicles with an electronic shift transfer case and automatic transmission follow these guidelines for recreational towing e Release the parking brake e Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF UNLOCKED position e Place the transmission in N Neutral e Do not exceed a distance of 80 km 50 miles e Do not exceed 56 km h 35 mph vehicle speed e The vehicle must be towed in the forward position to ensure no damage is done to the internal transfer case components If a distance of 80 km 50 miles or a speed of 56 km h 85 mph must be exceeded you must disconnect the front 4x4 only and rear driveshafts Mazda recommends the driveshafts be removed installed only by a qualified technician See your
182. safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1 2 minutes and the switch is turned to the ON warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds position The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled while the indicator warning chime turn off light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is The safety belt warning light and buckled before the ignition indicator chime remain off switch is turned to the ON position 76 Seating and Safety Restraints BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km h 8 mph and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The driver s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximat
183. se a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS f Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire 208 Maintenance and Specifications WARNING The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others WARNING If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury WARNING Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled WARNING Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel e Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle e Always turn off the vehicle before fueling e Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent
184. shing four times per second for three seconds e Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off e Once again the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds 9 After receiving confirmation the deactivation activation procedure is complete Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged 80 Seating and Safety Restraints NOTE If unsure about the proper procedures bring your vehicle to an authorized Mazda dealership for inspection Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears or cuts replacing if necessary Check all automatic locking retractors on all outboard seating positions as well as the automatic locking mode for child safety seats on the passenger front belt All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters Gf equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat tether bracket assemblies if equipped LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors Cif equipped and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Mazda recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and an authorized Mazda technician finds that the belts do not show damage
185. specifications 235 236 Lumbar support seats 68 M Manual transmission 06 122 fluid capacities 0 0 232 lubricant specifications 236 TEVEDS aeret er EEES 123 Index Mirrors automatic dimming rearview MATOL Apsena ion aN 50 CLE ATG eanan 179 side view mirrors power 53 Motorcraft parts cc eee 214 0 Octane rating 2 eee 213 Oil see Engine oil 0 196 Overdrive arakat Tyrer 56 Overheating pabesia 151 P Parking brake wecccssccsccessisessccneees 116 Power distribution box see FUSES sicdssscativeedsadn 145 Power door locks cccccceeeees 59 Power DOM sects ssccstisesiesvanstaseeeiss 49 Power steering 0 0 117 fluid checking and adding 220 fluid refill capacity 00 232 fluid specifications 235 236 Power Windows c cccceseeeees 49 Preparing to drive your VENIEL Eskaini T 118 R Radio cccsaccteeiiiees 19 21 23 27 IRQIAYS xsescasdesscsasaenatevectiney seayicecess 141 Remote entry system 59 60 illuminated entry oo 63 locking unlocking doors 59 Index S Safety belts see Safety restraints 69 73 Safety defects reporting 175 Safety restraints 0 000 69 73 belt minder 77 cleaning the safety belts 80 extension assembly 0 76 for adults sererinerererasaxe 70 72 for children 6 4 s6s0cceschececsosotens 93 94 lap Delt irer
186. st solid area of the trail Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs if possible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to the driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage Replace rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water The rear axle does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of the vehicle Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair is required Driving on hilly
187. t 4 Clip the tether strap to the anchor WARNING If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 104 sae Seating and Safety Restraints Center seating location 60 40 seats with folding armrest When installing a child safety seat in the center position route the tether strap over the center arm rest and clip it to the center anchor See next page for center seating location of vinyl 60 40 seat WARNING If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 105 Seating and Safety Restraints Center seating location 60 40 vinyl seats When installing a child safety seat in the center position on a 60 40 vinyl seat route the tether strap through the guiding sleeve and clip it to the center anchor WARNING If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 5 Refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this chapter for further instructions to secure the child safety seat 6 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions WARNING If the safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Attaching safety seats with LATCH Lower Anc
188. t out of the socket and push in the new bulb 5 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise 6 Install the lamp assembly and secure with four screws Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1 Remove the bulb socket from the fog lamp by turning counterclockwise 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the fog lamp bulb 3 Connect the electrical connector to the new fog lamp bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in the fog lamp turning clockwise 45 Lights Replacing high mount brake lamp and cargo lamp bulbs The replacement of the high mount brake lamp bulb and cargo lamp bulb is basically the same This procedure covers the high mount brake lamp bulb To remove the brake lamp assembly 1 Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle 2 Remove the bulb socket from lamp assembly by rotating it counterclockwise 3 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb To install the brake lamp assembly 1 Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating clockwise 2 Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper To change the license plate lamp bulbs 1 Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb socket 2 Twist the socket counterclockwise and remove 3 Pull out the old bulb from socket and push in the
189. t of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters you can either reprogram them yourself or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters maximum of four available before beginning this procedure To reprogram the remote entry transmitters 1 Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked 2 Put the key in the ignition 62 10 Turn the key from the 2 Locks and Security LOCK position to 3 OFF Cycle eight times rapidly within 10 seconds between the 3 OFF position and 4 ON Note The eighth turn must end in the 4 ON position The instrument lights in the cluster will come on for a bulb check in the 4 ON position The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been activated Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter Note If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been program
190. tems AM FM STEREO SINGLE CD RADIO D CKN OG ai Ap a ee 1 Balance Press A v to shift a sound to the left right speakers BAL v 2 Fade Press A IV to shift sound to the front rear speakers 3 SCN Scan Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations or CD tracks Press again to stop 4 CLK To set the hour press and hold CLK and press SEEK to decrease lt Q or increase B gt the hours To set the minute press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease lt q or increase p the minutes 21 10 11 12 13 22 Entertainment Systems EJ eject Press to eject a CD Ga COMP Compression In CD mode press to bring louder and cour softer levels into more comfortable listening level The compression icon c will appear in the display Shuffle Press to listen to the C tracks on the CD in random order Press again to turn off Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band OOQQ OC AM FM tune to a station Press and hold a preset button until sound returns This radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls which allow you to set up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 CD PP Press and hold until E desired selection is reached H CD Press and hold until EE desired selection is reached Tune Discs In radio mode e T press to move up or
191. th an Authorized Mazda Dealer This is the quickest and best way to address the issue If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS SALES SERVICE or PARTS MANAGER then please contact the GENERAL MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER STEP 2 Call the Mazda National Customer Assistance Center If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership management call Mazda North American Operations Customer Assistance Center toll free at 1 800 222 5500 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively please help us by providing the following information 1 Your name address and telephone number 2 Year and model of vehicle 3 Vehicle Identification Number 17 digits noted on your registration or title or located on the upper driver s side corner of the dash 4 Purchase date and current mileage 5 Your dealer s name and location 6 Your question s If you would like to write a letter please address it to the following Attn Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine CA 92618 2922 P O Box 19734 Irvine CA 92623 9734 This way we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible That is our goal If you live outside the U S A please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor 165 Customer Assistance CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE CANADA Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business We are he
192. th the TEJ Tune Directory Press TUNE DIR lt gt to change the radio frequency down up or change the MP3 directories Seek Press and release SEEK E gt for previous next strong station selection or CD and MP3 tracks Power volume Press to turn ON OFF turn to increase or decrease volume levels CD Press CD to play a CD or MP3 disc When the MP3 disc is loaded CD and LOAD will appear on the display The display will briefly show the total number of tracks on the disc as TXXX XXX number of tracks AM FM Press to select a frequency band in radio mode VOL x USH ON decrease increase the bass output Bass Press V to 29 Entertainment Systems 21 Treble Press A V to decrease increase the treble output MP3 FUNCTIONS Your audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you to listen to songs in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode To engage MP3 flat file mode insert an MP3 disc If an MP3 disc is already present in the player press the CD control The MP3 icon will display while the player is in MP3 mode While in MP3 flat file mode press the MP3 DIR control to enter into MP3 directory mode The MP3 icon and the DIR icon will display while the player is in directory mode Your MACH MP3 player is also equipped with an anti shock buffer for MP3 discs MP3 FILE DIRECTORY STRUCTURE The MACH MP3 music system recognizes MP3 disc
193. the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter 224 Maintenance and Specifications Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 ml 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified i technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmission components Checking and adding manual transmission fluid if equipped 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 Engage the parking brake fully put in first gear 3 Assure the vehicle cannot move 4 Clean the filler plug 5 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 225 Maintenance and Specifications 6 Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening 7 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the i i opening 8 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter Checking and adding transfer case fluid if equipped Vehicle
194. the underbody structure Use a frame mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 907 kg 2 000 Ib Do not install a single or multi clamp type bumper hitch or a hitch which attaches to the axle Underbody mounted hitches are acceptable if they are installed properly Follow the towing instructions of a reputable rental agency Whenever a trailer hitch and hardware are removed make sure all mounting holes in the underbody are properly sealed to prevent noxious gases or water from entering Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations WARNING Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehi
195. the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided 69 Seating and Safety Restraints WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt WARNING Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person WARNING On four door Cab Plus 4 vehicles do not open the rear door when the rear seat belt is still buckled Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the Pd tongue is coming from until AW C you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is NG DA securely fastened in the buckle 7O Seating and Safety Restraints 2 To unfaste
196. the rear wheels from turning To put your vehicle in gear e Start the engine e Depress the brake pedal e Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear 120 Driving To put your vehicle in P Park e Come to a complete stop e Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P Park WARNING Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position Overdrive The normal driving position for the ON OFF l five Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever This will best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through illuminate the O D OFF lamp and activate Drive Drive not shown Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed e This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive e O D OFF lamp is illuminated e Provides engine braking e Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O D to other gears Examples city traffic hilly terrain heavy loads trailer
197. the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching e Does the lap belt rest low across the hips e Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest 95 Seating and Safety Restraints e Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip WARNING Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap shoulder belt Types of booster seats There are two types of belt positioning booster seats e Those that are backless If your backless booster seat has a removable shield remove the shield and use the lap shoulder belt If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint a backless booster seat may place your child s head top of ear level above the top of the seat In this case use a high backed booster seat Those with a high back If with a backless booster seat you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your child s head a high back booster seat would be a better choice Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 Ibs The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on the center of the shoulder The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips never up high across the stomach If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner
198. theft System has been activated Speed control Illuminates when the speed control is engaged Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged Turn signal luminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If the 4wWD LOW AWD THEFT SPEED CONT ae indicators stay on or flash faster check for a burned out bulb High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on D 15 Instrument Cluster Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off and the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter 16 Instrument Cluster WARNING Never remove the coolant reservoir cap and or the radiator cap while the engine is running or hot this may result in serious burns
199. this tendency The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle on bottom to a non ABS equipped vehicle on top during hard braking with loss of front braking traction 115 Driving WARNING The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop Using ABS When hard braking is required apply continuous force on the brake pedal do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle s stopping distance The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance ABS warning lamp 6 The 3 lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and the ABS may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If 0 your BRAKE warning lamp BRAKE illuminates with the parking brake released have your brake system serviced immediately Parking brake P Apply the parking brake whenever BRAKE RELEASE peenis the ve
200. to Lubricant specifications in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4 5 C 40 F use washer fluid with antifreeze protection Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components 195 Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE OIL 9277 Checking the engine oil Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or 1 First manual transmission 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick e 2 3L 14 engine OOOO UO HOO WO TA lt m ARR m
201. tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick t and the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F However if fluid is added at this time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range ce may result in transmission failure t An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in
202. uality fuel ethanol will provide the same level of protection and performance To identify if your vehicle is an FFV check your VIN or the label on the inside of your fuel filler door When checking the VIN look for the engine type identifier 8th character If your vehicle is an FFV then the character will be labeled as a K If you operate your vehicle 50 or more of the time on ethanol you should follow a different maintenance schedule See the Service Maintenance Section for more information If you are experiencing a rough or rolling idle after start up with the outside temperature above 27 C 80 F the idle should improve within 10 to 30 seconds If the problems persist below this temperature see your authorized Mazda dealership Cleaner air Mazda endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine e Your Check Engine indicator may come on For more information on the Check Engine indicator refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement see your authorized Mazda dealership Refer to the service maintenance section for the approp
203. ubricant Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of Traction Lok axles Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below the bottom of the filler hole 234 Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Mazda part name or equivalent Front ade GX T Premium Rear Axle Brake fluid and clutch fluid if High Performance DOT 3 Motor Engine oil 2 3L I4 and 3 0L V6 SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic engines Blend Motor Oil Engine oil 4 0L V6 engines SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil Hinges door checks latches Multi Purpose Grease striker plates fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks Transmission steering parking Premium Long Life Grease brake linkages and pivots brake and clutch pedal shaft clutch pilot bearing and input shaft spline manual transmission Power steering fluid transfer case MERCON ATF fluid 4X4 and transmission fluid manual and 5R55E Ultra clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of Traction Lok axles If submerged in water the rear axle lubricant should be changed SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Rear axle 1 Lubricant 2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick 2
204. uce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the 47 position e To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A C position 36 To 1 2 3 4 5 To Climate Controls Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield aid in side window defogging demisting in cold weather Select 7 Select A C Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort Set the fan speed to HI Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel WARNING Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop 37 Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL O OFF Turns the lamps off DE Turns on the parking lamps instrument panel lamps license plate lamps and tail lamps ZD Turns the headlamps on FOG LAMP CONTROL IF EQUIPPED The fog lamps can only be turned on when the headlamp control is in the low beams position
205. uel providers 210 Maintenance and Specifications WARNING Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangeable If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures damage may occur and your warranty may be invalidated WARNING When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes WARNING The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container Use the following guidelines to avoid static build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container e Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area pickup bed e Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling e DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 211 Maintenance and Specifications 4 To
206. uld turn off the passenger airbag switch after being certain the child is properly restrained If the child safety seat is in the outboard seating position slide the seat all the way back WARNING Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat WARNING Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off See Passenger airbag ON OFF switch in this chapter WARNING All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided WARNING National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm 10 inches between an occupant s chest and the driver air bag module WARNING Never place your arm or feet over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries WARNING Never place a rear facing infant seat in the front seat unless the passenger air bag is turned off Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably 83 Seating and Safety Restraints e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position WARNING Do not put anything on or over the air bag module including hands or feet Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause th
207. under the booster seat may improve this condition 96 Seating and Safety Restraints The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child s head hitting a hard surface in a collision For this reason you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only It is best to use a booster seat with combination lap shoulder belts WARNING Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat WARNING Never put the shoulder belt under a child s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision WARNING Never use pillows books or towels to boost a child They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN A G Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 97 Seating and Safety Restraints When installing a child safety seat e Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the
208. ur hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts e To aid in engine transmission cooling and A C efficiency during hot weather while stopped in traffic place the gearshift lever in P Park automatic transmission or N Neutral manual transmissions 137 Driving e Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval e do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper e do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm 6 inches above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components e causing internal damage to the components e affecting driveability emissions and reliability Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a motorhome These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission i
209. vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible 188 Maintenance and Specifications While operating your vehicle Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell or exhaust fumes in the vehicle Check for vibrations in the steering wheel Notice any increased steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel or change in this straight ahead position Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or pulls to one side when traveling on a smooth level road When stopping listen and check for strange sounds pulling to one side increased brake pedal travel or hard to push brake pedal If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occur check the transmission fluid level Check automatic transmission Park function Check parking brake At least monthly Check function of all interior and exterior lights Check tires for wear and proper air pressure Check engine oil level Check coolant level in the coolant reservoir Check washer fluid level At least twice a year for example every spring and fall Check power steering fluid level Check clutch fluid level Gif equipped Check and clean body and door drain holes Check and lubricate all hinges latches and outside locks Check and lubricate door rubber weather st
210. you do not have at least 2 previously programmed keys you must take your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key s programmed 1 Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition 2 Turn the ignition from the 3 OFF position to the 4 ON position Keep the ignition in the 4 ON position for at least one second but no more than 10 seconds 3 Turn the ignition to the 3 OFF position and remove the coded key from the ignition 4 Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition 5 Turn the ignition from the 3 OFF position to the 4 ON position Keep the ignition in the 4 ON position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds 6 Turn the ignition to the 3 OFF position and remove the second key from the ignition 7 Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key insert the unprogrammed key new valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 3 OFF position to the 4 ON position Keep the ignition in the 4 ON position for at least one second 9 Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out If the key was not successfully programmed it will not start your vehicle s engine and the theft indicator light
211. your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add more than 1 0 liter 1 0 quart of engine coolant per month WARNING To avoid scalding hot steam or coolant from being released from the engine cooling system never remove the reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the engine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury If you must remove the coolant cap follow these steps to avoid personal injury 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the cap Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap Recycled engine coolant Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Mazda specification Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet Mazda specifications may harm engine and cooling system components Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding

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