2001 MAZDA MODEL 626 stop start

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Knowing Your Mazda3-32
015-5AE
CAUTION
!
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is
tightened securely. The check
engine light comes on when the
cap isn’ t tightened securely. If the
light remains on (even after you
have tightened the cap securely,
driven, and restarted the engine
several times), it may indicate a
different problem. Contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
 022-1FE
Steering WheelJ94A2052_aTilt wheel
release lever Tilt Wheel
To change the angle of the steering
wheel, stop the vehicle, pull the tilt
wheel release lever on the left side of
the steering column down, adjust the
wheel, then push the release lever up
to lock the column. After adjusting, push the wheel up and
down to be certain it’
s locked before
driving.
WARNING
!
Adjusting the Tilt Wheel:Adjusting the tilt wheel while the
vehicle is moving can be
dangerous. Moving it up and
down can very easily cause the
driver to abruptly turn to the left
or right. This can lead to loss of
control or an accident. Never
adjust the tilt wheel while the
vehicle is moving.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Protecting Your Mazda
4-7
WARNING
!
Snow Blocking the Exhaust Gas:Running the engine when a
vehicle is stopped in deep snow is
dangerous. The exhaust pipe
could be blocked by the snow,
allowing exhaust gas to enter the
cabin. Because exhaust gas
contains poisonous carbon
monoxide, anyone in the cabin
could be injured or killed. Clear
the snow from underneath and
around your vehicle before
starting the engine.
034-1AE
Before DrivingBefore Getting In
• Be sure the windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
• Inspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.
• Look under the vehicle for any sign
of a leak.
• If you plan to back up, make sure
nothing will be in your way.
034-2AE
NOTEEngine oil, engine coolant,
brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid,
and other fluid levels should be
inspected daily, weekly, or at
refueling, depending on the fluid.
See Maintenance, Section 8.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Protecting Your Mazda4-8
Q034-3BE
After Getting In
• Are all doors closed and locked?
• Are the inside and outside mirrors
adjusted?
• Is everyone’ s seat belt fastened?
• Do all the lights work?
• Check all gauges.
• Check all warning lights when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position. •
Release the parking brake and
make sure the brake warning light
goes off.
Always be thoroughly familiar with
your Mazda.

035-1AE
Break-In PeriodNo special break-in is necessary, but a
few precautions in the first 1,000 km
(600 miles) may add to the
performance, economy, and life of
your Mazda.
• Don’ t race the engine.
• Don’ t maintain one constant speed
for long periods.
• Avoid unnecessary hard stops.
• Avoid full-throttle starts.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Driving Your Mazda
5-11

045-4AE
 R (Reverse)
In position R, the vehicle moves only
backward. You must be at a complete
stop before shifting from R, except as
explained under Rocking the Vehicle
(page 4-11).
Q045-5AE
 N (Neutral)
In N, the wheels and transaxle are not
locked. The vehicle will roll freely
even on the slightest incline unless the
parking brake or brakes are on.
WARNING
!
Shifting from N or P:It’ s dangerous to shift from N or
P into a driving gear when the
engine is running faster than idle.
If this is done, the vehicle could
move suddenly, causing an
accident or serious injury. If the
engine is running faster than idle,
don’ t shift from N or P into a
driving gear. D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position. From
a stop, the transaxle will automatically
shift through a 4-gear sequence.

045-14A1E
 2 (Second)
The 2 position is helpful when driving
in heavy, slow-moving traffic and
climbing hills; for braking assist when
going down hills; or for starting on
slick surfaces and other situations
where gentle acceleration may be
necessary. Do not exceed 116 km/h
(72 mph)
*1 or 104 km/h (65 mph)
*2 in
the 2 position.
*1
2.0-liter engine
*2
2.5-liter engine

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Driving Your Mazda
5-23
NOTEBraking distances may be longer
on loose surfaces (snow or gravel,
for example) which usually have a
hard foundation. A vehicle with a
normal braking system may
require less distance to stop under
these conditions because the tires
will build up a wedge of surface
layer when the wheels skid.
WARNING
!
ABS:The ABS cannot compensate for
unsafe and reckless driving,
excessive speed, tailgating
(following another vehicle too
closely), and hydroplaning
(reduced tire friction and road
contact because of water on the
road surface). You can still have
an accident. So don’t rely on ABS
as a substitute for safe driving.
NOTEWhen the engine is jump-started,
an unevenness of rpm occurs and
the ABS warning light comes on.
This is due to a lack of battery
capacity and doesn’ t indicate a
malfunction.
Have the battery recharged as soon
as possible.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G


Driving Your Mazda5-36

Q053-2GE
 Brake System Warning
Light
This warning has two functions.
 Parking brake warning
The light comes on when the parking
brake is applied with the ignition
switch in the START or ON position.
It goes off when the brake is fully
released.
 Low brake fluid level warning
If the light stays on after the parking
brake is fully released, you may have a
brake problem. If it stays on:
1. Be sure the parking brake is fully
released.
2. Check the light. If this light is still on, drive to the
side of the road and park off the
right-of-way.
You may notice that the pedal is
harder to push or that it may go
closer to the floor. In either case, it
will take longer to stop the vehicle.
3. With the engine stopped, check the brake fluid level immediately and
add fluid as required (page 8-25). 4. After adding fluid, check the light
again.
If the warning light remains on, or
if the brakes do not operate
properly, do not drive the vehicle.
Have it towed to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Even if the light goes off, have
your brake system inspected as
soon as possible.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
Driving Your Mazda
5-97
* Noise reduction systemmanufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
Dolby and the double-D symbol
are trademarks of Dolby
Laboratories Licensing
Corporation.
76Y032-018 Fast forward/Rewind
Press the fast-forward button to
fast-forward.
Press the rewind button to rewind.
To stop this operation and play the
cassette tape, press the button again.
NOTEWhen the cassette tape ends during
fast forward or rewind, it
automatically stops and starts
playing.

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
In Case of Emergency
6-3
WARNING
!
Steam from Overheated Engine: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 isescaping from the hood or from the
engine compartment.
If steam is coming from the engine
compartment, don’ t go near the
front of the vehicle. Stop the
engine. Then turn the ignition
switch to the ON position without
starting the engine. The radiator cooling fans will start to cool the
engine.
If neither coolant nor steam is
escaping, open the hood and idle
the engine until it cools. If this
doesn’
t lower the temperature, stop
the engine and let it cool.
5. Check the coolant level. If it’ s 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. If you find no problems, the engine
is cool, and no leaks are obvious,
carefully add coolant as required
(page 8-21).