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Dashboard Overview
Hood release handle
Climate control system
Glove box
Shift lever
Parking brake
Audio system
Passenger-side air bag
Hazard warning flasher switch
Power window lock switch Lighting control / Turn signals Instrument cluster
Power window switches
Driver-side air bagWiper and washer lever
Ignition switch
Center console
Outside mirror switch
Cup holder
(page 2-25)
(page 5-19)
(page 5-32)
(page 3-7)
(page 3-8)
(page 3-9)
(page 3-21)
(page 5-2) (page 5-5)
(page 6-40) (page 6-43) (page 6-42) (page 2-25) (page 5-9)
(page 6-11) (page 6-2)
(page 5-34) (page 5-36)
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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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Center Console
To open, pull the lower release catch.
Small items can be placed in the tray of
the center console lid.
To open it, pull the upper release catch.
Rear-Armrest Box
To open, pull the release catch.
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Index
A
Accessory Socket ............................. 6-38
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-10
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-25
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-21
Antenna
............................................ 6-11
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-6
Warning light
.............................. 5-7
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-40
Audio System
................................... 6-11
Audio set
................................... 6-19
Operating tips for
audio system
............................. 6-11
Safety certification
.................... 6-36
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips
............................... 5-12
Fluid
.......................................... 8-18
Overdrive
.................................. 5-11
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-10
Transaxle ranges
......................... 5-9
B
Battery Emergency starting
................... 7-12
Maintenance
............................. 8-24
Specifications
........................... 10-4
Beeps Ignition key reminder
............... 5-31
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-31
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-6
After getting in
........................... 4-6
Before getting in
......................... 4-6
Body Lubrication
............................. 8-21
Brake/Clutch Fluid
.......................................... 8-15
B
BrakesAnti-lock brake system (ABS)
.... 5-6
Foot brake
................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator
...................... 5-7
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-5
Break-In Period
.................................. 4-7
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-29
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-5
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-4
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-11
Center Console
................................. 6-43
Center Pocket
................................... 6-42
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions
........ 2-18
Installing child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-21
Child Safety Lock for Rear Door
....... 3-5
Climate Control System
..................... 6-2
Gas specifications
..................... 10-6
Courtesy Light
.................................. 6-38
Cruise Control
.................................. 5-13
Cup Holders
..................................... 6-40
Customer Assistance
.......................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-22
Daytime Running Lights
.................. 5-33
Defroster Rear window
............................. 5-35
Dimensions
....................................... 10-5
Door Locks
......................................... 3-3
Driving In Flooded Area
.................. 4-10
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