2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 service

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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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Knowing Your Mazda3-12
Q118-3DESlot
Battery
(Negative pole
facing up)
J94S.J94A2011 Replacing the transmitter battery
1. Insert a small coin into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter.
2. Pull the battery out. 3. Put in the new battery (CR2032 or
the equivalent) with the negative
pole (–) facing up.
4. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut.
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Service
If you have a problem with the keyless
entry system, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
If your transmitter is lost or stolen,
bring all remaining transmitters to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to
make the lost or stolen transmitter
inoperative.
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CAUTION
!
•Change or modifications could
void your right to operate the
keyless entry system.
• Damage to your keyless entry
system will affect the vehicle
warranty coverage.

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Driving Your Mazda5-383. If it’s OK, the charging system has
a problem. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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CAUTION
!
Don’ t drive with a loose or broken
alternator belt. The engine could
overheat because this belt also
drives the water pump.

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 Engine Oil Pressure
Warning Light
This warning light indicates low
engine oil pressure.
If the light comes on while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
2. Turn off the engine and inspect the engine oil level (page 8-17). If it’ s
low, add oil. 3. Check the light.
If the light remains on even after
you add oil, have your vehicle
towed to the nearest service station
or to an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
!
Don’ t run the engine if oil pressure
is low. It could result in extensive
engine damage.

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Driving Your Mazda5-80Safety CertificationThis CD player is made and tested to
meet exacting safety standards.
It meets FCC requirements and
complies with safety performance
standards of the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services.
CAUTION
!
•This CD player should not be
adjusted or repaired by anyone
except qualified service
personnel. If servicing required,
contact an Authorized Mazda
dealer.
• Use of controls or adjustments
or performance of procedures
other than those specified
herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure. Never
operate the CD player with the
top case of the unit removed.
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•Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by Mazda
may void the user ’s authority to
operate this equipment.

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In Case of Emergency6-4
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WARNING
!
Cooling System Caps:When the engine and radiator are
hot, scalding coolant and steam
may shoot out under pressure and
cause serious injury. Don’t
remove either cooling system cap
when the engine and radiator are
hot.
CAUTION
!
If the engine continues to overheat
or frequently overheats, have the
cooling system inspected. The
engine could be seriously damaged
unless repairs are made.

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Emergency Starting Jump-Starting
Jump-starting is dangerous if done
incorrectly. So follow the procedure
carefully. If you feel unsure about
jump-starting, we strongly recommend
that you have a competent service
technician do the work.
CAUTION
!
Use only a 12-volt booster system.
You can damage a 12-volt starter
motor, ignition system, and other
electrical parts beyond repair with
a 24-volt power supply (two
12-volt batteries in series or a
24-volt motor generator set).
WARNING
!
Battery-Related Explosion:Flames and sparks near open
battery cells are dangerous.
Hydrogen gas, produced during
normal battery operation, could
ignite and cause the battery to
explode. An exploding battery can
cause serious burns and injuries.
Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from
open battery cells.

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In Case of Emergency6-16
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Towing
Wheel dollies
J94S6005We recommend that towing be done
only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer
or a commercial tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are
necessary to prevent damage to the
vehicle. State and local laws must be
followed.A towed vehicle usually should have
its front wheels off the ground. If
excessive damage or other conditions
prevent this, use wheel dollies.
When towing with the rear wheels on
the ground, release the parking brake.
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J94S6001
CAUTION
!
Don’
t tow the vehicle backward
with driving wheels on the ground.
This may cause internal damage to
the transaxle.

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In Case of Emergency6-26
If you’re unsure of how tight the
nuts should be, have them
inspected at a service station. The
specified torque is 90 to 120 N·m
(9.0 to 12.0 kgf·m, 65 to 87
ft·lbf).
WARNING
!
Loose Lug Nuts:Improperly or loosely tightened
lug nuts are dangerous. The
wheel could wobble or come off.
This could result in loss of vehicle
control and cause a serious
accident. Always securely and
correctly tighten the lug nuts.
WARNING
!
Metric Studs and Lug Nuts:Because the wheel studs and lug
nuts on your Mazda have metric
threads, using a nonmetric nut
would be dangerous. On a metric
stud, it would not secure the
wheel and would damage the
stud, which could cause the wheel
to slip off and cause an accident.
Be sure to reinstall the same nuts
you removed or replace them with
metric nuts of the same
configuration.
WARNING
!
Incorrect Tire Air Pressure:Driving on tires with incorrect air
pressure is dangerous. Tires with
incorrect pressure could affect
handling and result in an
accident. Don’t drive with any
tires that have incorrect air
pressure. When you check the
regular tire’ s air pressure, check
the spare tire, too.

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MaintenanceBecause your Mazda is a large piece of intricate machinery, it needs regular care in the form of maintenance
and servicing. Many owners prefer to do much of this work themselves.
So Section 8 has been prepared as a guide for the operator who wants to self-service such minor jobs\
as
changing the engine oil, replacing bulbs and wiper blades, charging the battery, and rotating the tires. All
maintenance schedules are included, along with instructions on how to make regular inspections of such things
as fluid levels.Introduction 8- 2
Scheduled Maintenance 8- 3 Owner Maintenance 8-11
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