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Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
*Some models.Driving Your Mazda
5-41
053-16RE
Supplemental Restraint
System Warning Light
If the supplemental restraint system is
OK, the warning light comes on when
the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position or after the engine is cranked.
After about 6 seconds it goes out.
A system malfunction is indicated
when this light constantly flashes,
stays on or doesn’ t come on at all. If
one of these occur, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible. The system may not work in
an accident.
WARNING
!
Self-Servicing the SupplementalRestraint System:Self-servicing or tampering with
the supplemental restraint system
is dangerous. The air bags could
accidentally activate or become
disabled. This could cause serious
injuries. Never tamper with the
supplemental restraint system and
always have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform all servicing and
repairs.
053-49BE
Immobilizer System
Warning/Security
Indicator Light*
Immobilizer system warning light
When the key is in the ignition, this
light serves as the immobilizer system
warning light.
If the immobilizer system is working
properly, the light will come on when
the ignition is turned to the start
position. The light will go out when
the engine starts.
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Driving Your Mazda
5-49
Pull the lever toward you and hold it
to spray washer fluid. In the OFF or
INT position, the wipers will be
activated until the lever is released.
If the washer doesn’t work, inspect the
fluid level (page 8-33). If it’ s OK,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
055-6BE
WARNING
!
Frozen Washer Fluid:Using windshield washer fluid in
freezing temperatures could be
dangerous. The washer fluid
could freeze on the windshield
and block your vision. You could
have an accident. Don’ t use the
washer without first warming the
windshield.
057-1F1E
Rear Window Defroster
J94A4036
The rear defroster clears frost, fog, and
thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
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Driving Your Mazda
5-55
061-1DE
Glove BoxUnlockLock
J94A4040
To open the glove box, pull the latch
toward you.
WARNING
!
Open Glove Box:An open glove box can be
dangerous while the vehicle is
moving. To reduce the possibility
of injury in an accident or a
sudden stop, keep the glove box
closed while the vehicle is
moving.
061-2FE
The door has a lock, insert the primary
key and turn it clockwise to lock and
counterclockwise to unlock.
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*Some models.
Driving Your Mazda5-56
063-1KE
Cup HoldersJ94S5007 Front Cup Holders
The front cup holders are on the center
console.
To use, lift the covers.
To open the rear cover, open the front
first, then open the rear.
J94S5008 Rear Cup Holders*
The rear cup holders are on the rear
center armrest.
063-2BE
WARNING
!
Using the Cup Holder:Using the cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving
is dangerous. If the contents spill,
you could be scalded. Never use
the cup holder to hold hot liquids
while the vehicle is moving.
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062-1HE
Storage Compartments
WARNING
!
Open Storage Box:Driving with a storage box open is
dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident
or a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
CAUTION
!
In hot weather, don’ t leave
combustible materials or objects
which will deform in extreme heat
such as lighters and glasses in the
vehicle.
J94S5015_H Eyeglass Holder
(With sunroof)
To open, push the release catch.
J94S5009(Without sunroof)
To open, unlatch the release catch.
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Driving Your Mazda5-68
WARNING
!
The Recirculated Air Position:Using the recirculated air position
in cold weather will cause the
glass to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident. Do not use the
recirculated air position in cold
weather.
NOTE•Clear all snow and ice from the
hood and the air inlet in the
cowling grille to improve
heater and defroster efficiency
and to reduce the probability of
fogging on the inside of the
windshield.
• When using the and the
mode, select the outside
air position (indicator light off)
for maximum defogging of the
front windshield.
J94AAC17 Mode selector switch
Press the mode selector switch to
select airflow mode. (page 5-63)
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J94S5125_bWindshield defrosting and
defogging
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 3. Set the fan control dial to the
desired speed.
WARNING
!
Foggy Windshield:Using the position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position will cause the outside of
the glass to fog up. Your vision
will be hampered, which could
lead to a serious accident. Set the
temperature control to the hot or
warm position when using the
position.
NOTE•When the mode selector switch
is set to or , the
outside air position is selected
automatically. The air intake
selector switch cannot be
changed to the recirculated air
position.
• For maximum defrosting, set
the temperature control dial to
the extreme hot position and the
fan control dial to position 4.
• If warm air is desired at the
floor, set the mode selector
switch to the position.
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In Case of EmergencyBecause an emergency can occur anytime, we strongly urge you to become familiar with this section of your
manual. It provides helpful information on what to do if the engine overheats, if you have a flat tire, and if the
battery is discharged.
You will also find out what to do if you confront a problem in the electrical system; and, there’s some guidance
on the correct way to tow your Mazda.Hazard Warning Flasher 6- 2Overheating 6- 2
Emergency Starting 6- 4 Fuses 6- 8
Towing 6-16
Flat Tire 6-19
6
6-1
070-1A1E