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Interior Equipment
Overhead light
Illuminated Entry System
When the switch is in the DOOR position,
the interior light comes on for:
• about 30 seconds after the driver ’s door
is unlocked by the transmitter or the
door lock switch and the ignition key is
removed.
• about 15 seconds after all doors are
closed.
• about 15 seconds after the key is
removed from the ignition.
The light also goes out when:
• the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and all doors are closed.
• the door is lockedby the transmitter or
the door lock switch .
Map Lights
The map lights are switched on or off by
pressing the switches.
Interior Lights
OFF Light off
DOOR Light on when any
door is open
ON Light on
OFFDOOR
ON
NOTE
If any door is left opened, the light
goes out after about 5 minutes.
Map light
Map light
With sunroof
Map light
Without sunroof
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Courtesy Light
Lights on when any door is open.
Accessory Socket
The ignition switch must be in the ACC or
ON position.
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
12V —10A.
Courtesy light
Accessories
To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following;
• Don ’t use accessories that require
more than 12V —10A.
• Don ’t use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
• Close the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use.
• Correctly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery,
don ’t use the socket for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
CAUTION
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Front accessory socket
The front accessory socket is in the center
panel. To use, open the cover.
The front accessory socket can be used for
a lighter.
If a lighter is needed, one can be
purchased from your Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
After you have used the socket for plug-in
accessories, the socket may become
unsuitable for the lighter. Before using the
lighter, have the socket checked by your
Authorized Mazda Dealer.Rear accessory socketThe rear accessory socket is in the center
console box. To use, open the cover.
When placing an electrical device (e.g.
cellular phone) in the tray which is
connected with the rear accessory socket,
pass the plug cord through the slot in the
cap.
• If you use a lighter, overheating
may occur when the lighter doesn ’t
pop out within 30 seconds.
• Don ’t use a lighter in the rear
accessory socket.
CAUTION
OPEN
CLOSE
OPEN
CLOSE
Cap slot, closed
Cap slot, opend
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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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When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front or swing it to the side.
Vanity Mirrors
Ty p e A
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor and pull the mirror cover up. Ty p e B
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor and pull the mirror cover up.
The vanity mirror light will come on
when you pull the cover up.Sunvisors
Sunvisor
Vanity mirror
Cover
Vanity mirror
Cover
Vanity mirror lightVanity mirror light
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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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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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8Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Introduction ................................................................................. 8- 2
Introduction ............................................................................. 8- 2
Scheduled Maintenance .............................................................. 8- 3
Scheduled Maintenance ........................................................... 8- 3
Owner Maintenance .................................................................... 8- 7
Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................. 8- 7
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 8- 8
Engine Compartment Overview .............................................. 8- 9
Engine Oil ................................................................................ 8-10
Engine Coolant ........................................................................ 8-13
Brake/Clutch Fluid .................................................................. 8-15
Power Steering Fluid ............................................................... 8-17
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) ........................................... 8-18
Washer Fluid ............................................................................ 8-20
Body Lubrication ..................................................................... 8-21
Air Filter .................................................................................. 8-21
Wiper Blades ........................................................................... 8-22
Battery ..................................................................................... 8-24
Tires ......................................................................................... 8-25
Light Bulbs .............................................................................. 8-29
Fuses ........................................................................................ 8-35
Appearance Care ......................................................................... 8-40
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage ..................... 8-40
Exterior Care ........................................................................... 8-42
Interior Care ............................................................................ 8-45
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