2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 ECO mode

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A Word to Mazda OwnersImportant Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and \
enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell
the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and op\
tions. As a result, you may find some
explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We
at Mazda design and build vehicles
with complete customer satisfaction in
mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and
trouble-free operation of your Mazda,
read this manual carefully and follow
its recommendations.An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows
your vehicle best. So when
maintenance or service is necessary,
that’s the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda
professionals is dedicated to providing
you with the best possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda
have an ongoing interest in your
motoring pleasure and in your full
satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda North American Operations

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Essential Safety Equipment2-14


020-1IE
Seat Belt SystemSeat belts help to decrease the
possibility of severe injury during
accidents and sudden stops. Mazda
recommends that the driver and all
passengers always wear seat belts.
All of the seat belt retractors are
designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts
out of the way when not in use.
The driver ’s seat belt has no
provisions for child-restraint systems
and has only an emergency locking
mode. The driver may wear it
comfortably, and it will lock during a
collision.
However, the front passenger ’s seat
and rear lap/shoulder belt retractors operate in two modes, emergency
locking mode and for child-restraint
systems, automatic locking mode.
Emergency locking mode
If the belt has fully retracted, it will
always be in the emergency locking
mode until you move it into automatic
locking mode by pulling the belt all
the way out to its full length. In the
emergency locking mode, the belt
remains comfortable on the occupant
and the retractor will lock in position
during a collision.
If the belt feels tight and hinders
comfortable movement while the
vehicle is stopped or in motion, youmay be in the automatic locking mode
because you have pulled the belt too
far out. To return to the more
comfortable emergency locking mode,
wait until you can stop the vehicle in a
safe area, retract the belt fully to
convert it back to emergency locking
mode and then again extend it around
you.
Automatic locking mode
Always use the automatic locking
mode to keep the child-restraint
system from shifting to an unsafe
position in the event of an accident. To
get the seat belt into the automatic
locking mode, pull it all the way out
and connect it as instructed on the

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Essential Safety Equipment
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 Constant Monitoring
The following components of the
supplement restraint systems are
monitored by a diagnostic system:
• SAS unit
• Air bag modules
• Side air bag crash sensors*
• Related wiring
A diagnostic module continuously
monitors the system’s readiness. This
begins when the ignition switch is
turned to the “ ON” position and
continues while the vehicle is being driven.
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Supplemental restraint system
warning light
If the supplemental restraint system is
OK, the SRS 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

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Knowing Your Mazda3-2
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KeysWithout immobilizer systemJ25A2148_b
Primary key
Secondary key
Key code number plate
Your Mazda has two kinds of keys:
primary and secondary.

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With immobilizer systemJ25A2093
Primary key
(Black)
Secondary key
(Gray)
Key code number plate
(With immobilizer system)*
CAUTION
!
To avoid damage to the key, do
not:
• Drop the key.
• Get the key wet.
• Expose the key to any kind of
magnetic field.
• Expose the key to high
temperatures on places such as
the dashboard or hood, under
direct sunlight.

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*Some models.
Driving Your Mazda5-24
048-1A1E
Power SteeringPower steering uses energy from the
engine. If the engine is off or if the
power steering system becomes
inoperative, you can still steer, but it
will require more effort.
If you find steering hard in normal
driving, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
CAUTION
!
Never hold the steering wheel to
the extreme left or right for more
than five seconds with the engine
running. This could damage the
power steering system.
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Cruise Control*With cruise control, you can set and
automatically maintain any speed of
more than about 40 km/h (25 mph).
WARNING
!
Cruise Control Use:Using cruise control in the
following conditions could cause
you to lose control of the vehicle:
•Heavy or unsteady traffic
• Slippery or winding roads
• Similar restrictions that
require inconsistent speed
Don’ t use cruise control in these
situations.

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Driving Your Mazda5-32J16E4064Odometer
When this mode is selected, ODO will
be displayed.
The odometer records the total
distance the vehicle has been driven.
J16E4055Trip meter A
Trip meter B Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded
in trip meter A, and the other is
recorded in trip meter B. For instance, trip meter A can record
the distance from the point of origin,
and trip meter B can record the distance
from where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected,
pressing the selector again within one
second will change the trip meter to B
mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B
is selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter records the total
distance the vehicle is driven until the
meter is again reset. Return it to “0.0”
by holding the selector depressed for
more than 1 second.

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*Some models.Driving Your Mazda
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053-55A1E
 Traction Control System
(TCS) Warning Light*
This warning light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
The light flashes when the system
regulates engine torque and will stay
on if the system malfunctions. If it
stays on while the system is operating,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
053-8BE
 Low Fuel Warning Light
This warning signals that the fuel tank
will soon be empty. Get fuel as soon as
possible.

053-9FE
 Check Engine Light
If this light comes on while driving,
the vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving
conditions when the light came on and
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The check engine light may come on
in the following cases:
•
The fuel tank level being very low
or approaching empty.
• The engine’ s electrical system has a
problem.
• The emission control system has a
problem.
• A ROOM fuse blows or is
removed.
• The fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely.

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Driving Your Mazda5-40If the check engine light flashes
continuously, decrease your speed and
consult an Authorizd Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.

053-12CE
 Door-Ajar Warning
Light
This warning light comes on when any
door or trunk isn’ t securely closed.
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Antilock Brake System
(ABS) Warning Light*
The warning light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
If the ABS warning light stays on
while you’re driving, the ABS control
unit has detected a system
malfunction. If this occurs, your
brakes will function normally as if the
vehicle had no ABS. Should this
happen, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
NOTEWhen the engine is jump-started to
charge the battery, uneven rpm
occurs and the ABS warning light
comes on. This is due to a weak
battery, not a malfunction.
Recharge the battery.