2002 MAZDA MODEL 626 warning

6-10
Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
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.




Dehumidifying (With Air
Conditioner)
Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold
weather to help defog the windshield and
side windows.
1. Set the mode selector switch to the
desired position.
2. Set the air intake selector switch to the outside air position (indicator light off).
3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed.
5. Turn on the air conditioner.
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
• 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.
• In the or position, the
outside air is automatically selected.
The air intake selector switch
cannot be changed to the
recirculated air position.
WARNING
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6-40
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
1. Using a coin, turn the cap counterclockwise (about 45 ° from the
closed position) and remove it.
2. Open the tray by pulling the release catch.
3. Pass the plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the
socket. 4. Make sure the plug cord is running
through the cap slot, reinstall the cap
and turn it clockwise (about 45 ° to the
opened position).





Cup Holders
45
Release
catchUsing 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.
45
Cord
WARNING
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6-41
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
Front cup holder
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.
Rear cup holder
The rear cup holders are on the rear center
armrest.




Eyeglass Holder
With sunroof
To open, push the release catch.
Storage Compartments
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.
In hot weather, don ’t leave
combustible materials or objects which
will deform in extreme heat such as
lighters and glasses in the vehicle.
WARNING
CAUTION
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7-2
In Case of an Emergency
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning switch and all
four turn signals will flash at once.
Parking in an Emergency
NOTE
•The turn signals don ’t work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
• Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while
the vehicle is being towed. They
may forbid it.
Hazard warning flasher switch
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7-4
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G





Jack
To remove the jack
Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.
To secure the jack
Perform the removal procedure in reverse.





Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
It’s lighter and smaller than a
conventional tire, and is designed only for
emergency use and should be used only
for VERY short periods. Temporary
spares should NEVER be used for long
drives or extended periods. To remove the spare tire
Turn the tire hold-down bolt
counterclockwise with the lug wrench.
Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire on Ice or Snow:Driving with a spare tire on the front
(driving) wheels on ice or snow is
dangerous. Handling will be affected.
You could lose control of the vehicle
and have an accident. Put the spare
tire on the rear axle and move a
regular tire to the front.
Jack
Wing bolt
WARNING
To avoid damage to the temporary
spare or to the vehicle, observe the
following precautions:
•Don ’t exceed 80 km/h (50 mph).
• Avoid driving over obstacles.
Also, don ’t drive through an
automatic car wash. This tire ’s
diameter is smaller than a
conventional tire ’s, so the ground
clearance is reduced about 25 mm
(1 in).
• Don ’t use a tire chain on this tire
because it won ’t fit properly.
• Don ’t use your temporary spare on
any other vehicle; it has been
designed only for your Mazda.
• Use only one temporary spare tire
on your vehicle at the same time.
CAUTION
Lug wrench
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7-5
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well off the road and out
of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a
busy road is dangerous.1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-
way and firmly set the parking brake.
2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in park (P), a manual
transaxle in reverse (R), and turn off
the engine.
3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and traffic.
5. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire (page 7-3).
6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. When blocking a front
wheel, place the block in front of the
tire. When blocking a rear wheel, place
the block behind the tire.
Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it
could indicate a flat tire.
•Steering becomes difficult.
• The vehicle begins to vibrate
excessively.
• The vehicle pulls in one direction.
Jacking a Vehicle:Changing a tire is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip off
the jack and seriously injure
someone.
Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire, and never get under a
vehicle that is supported only by a
jack.
Passenger in Vehicle Supported by a
Jack:Allowing someone to remain in a
vehicle supported by a jack is
dangerous. The occupant could cause
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious
injury. Never allow anyone inside a
vehicle supported by jack.
WARNING
NOTE
Make sure the jack is well lubricated
before using it.
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7-7
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
4. Insert the lug wrench into the jack.5. Turn the lug wrench clockwise until
the tire just clears the ground, less than
25 mm (1 in). Before removing the lug
nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly
in position and that it cannot slip or
move.
6. Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise; then remove the
wheel.





Mounting the Spare Tire
1. Remove dirt and grime from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel and
hub, including the hub bolts, with a
cloth.
Incorrect Jacking Position:Attempting to jack the vehicle in
positions other than those
recommended in this manual is
dangerous. The vehicle could slip off
the jack and seriously injure or even
kill someone. Use only the front and
rear jacking positions recommended
in this manual.
Improper Jack:
Using a jack that isn ’t designed for
your Mazda is dangerous. The vehicle
could slip off the jack and seriously
injure someone. Use only the jack
provided with your Mazda.
Placing Objects Under the Jack:
Jacking the vehicle with an object
under the jack is dangerous. The jack
could slip and someone could be
seriously injured by the jack or the
falling vehicle. Never place objects
under the jack.
WARNING
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7-8
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8Q50-EA-01G
2. Mount the spare tire.
3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. 4. Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise
and lower the vehicle. Use the lug
wrench to tighten the nuts in the order
shown.
If you ’re unsure of how tight the nuts
should be, have them inspected at a
service station.
Nut tightening torque:
Removing Dirt and Grime from Wheels, Hubs and Hub Bolts:When changing or replacing a tire,
not removing dirt and grim from the
mounting surfaces of the wheel, hub
and hub bolts is dangerous. The lug
nuts could loosen while driving and
cause the tire to come off, resulting in
an accident. Make sure the mounting
surfaces of the wheel, hub and lug
nuts are clean before changing or
replacing tires.
WARNING
Applying Oil and Grease to Lug Nuts, Bolts:Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and
bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could
loosen while driving and cause the
tire to come off, resulting in an
accident. In addition, lug nuts and
bolts could be damaged if tightened
more than necessary. Do not apply oil
or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do
not tighten the lug nuts beyond the
recommended tightening torque.
N· m (kgf ·m, ft ·lbf) 90 —120 (9—12, 65—87)
WARNING
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