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High beams
²Push forward past detent to
activate.
²Pull toward you past detent to
deactivate.
Flash to pass
Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel during headlamp
and parklamp operation.
²Rotate up to brighten.
²Rotate down to dim.
²Rotate to full up position (past
detent/dome defeat) to turn on
interior lamps.
²Rotate to full down position (past detent/dome defeat) to turn off
interior lamps.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized Mazda dealer.
DIM
Lights
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Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with
new ones. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized ªD.O.T.º for North America to assure
lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.
NOTE:The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Park/turn lamps (front) 2 3157 AK (amber)
Headlamps 2 9003
Rear stop/tail lamps 2 3157K
Rear turn lamps 2 3156K
Rear license plate lamps 2 3156K/168
Backup lamp 2 3156K
Rear/turn/sidemarker 2 916NA (amber)
Fog lamp (if equipped) 2 899
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906)
Front door courtesy lamp 1 168
Map lamps 2 168 (T10)
Ashtray lamp 1 161
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently:
²interior overhead lamp
²map lamp
For bulb replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer.
Lights
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Unlocking the doors
Press this control to unlock the
driver's door. The interior lamps will
illuminate.
Press the control a second time
within five seconds to unlock all
doors.
Locking the doors
Press this control to lock all doors.
To confirm all doors are closed and
locked, press the control a second
time within five seconds. The doors
will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the lamps will flash.
If any of the doors are ajar, the horn
will make two quick chirps,
reminding you to properly close all
doors.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition
is turned to the ON or ACC position.
NOTE:The dome lamp control (if equipped) mustnotbe set to the
OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
²they have been turned on with the dimmer control or
²any door is open
NOTE:The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes
after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position.
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While operating your vehicle
²Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell or exhaust
fumes in the vehicle.
²Check for vibrations in the steering wheel. Notice any increased
steering effort or looseness in the steering wheel, or change in this
straight ahead position.
²Notice if your vehicle constantly turns slightly or ªpullsº to one side
when traveling on a smooth, level road.
²When stopping, listen and check for strange sounds, pulling to one
side, increased brake pedal travel or ªhard to pushº brake pedal.
²If any slipping or changes in the operation of your transmission occur,
check the transmission fluid level.
²Check automatic transmission Park function.
²Check parking brake.
At least monthly
²Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
²Check tires for wear and proper air pressure.
²Check engine oil level.
²Check coolant level in the coolant reservoir.
²Check washer fluid level.
At least twice a year (for example, every spring and fall)
²Check power steering fluid level.
²Check clutch fluid level (if equipped).
²Check and clean body and door drain holes.
²Check and lubricate all hinges, latches, and outside locks.
²Check and lubricate door rubber weather strips.
²Check parking brake for proper operation.
²Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function.
²Check air pressure in spare tire.
²Check windshield washer spray and wiper operation. Clean wiper
blades with clean cloth dampened with washer fluid.
²Check safety warning lamps (brake, ABS, air bag, safety belt) for
operation.
²Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.
²Check battery water level (non-maintenance free).
²Check battery connections and clean if necessary.
Maintenance and Specifications
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daytime running lights .............77
flash to pass ..............................78
high beam ...........................18, 78
replacing bulbs .........................81
turning on and off ....................77
warning chime ..........................19
Heating
heater only system ...................72
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................74
Hood ..........................................233
I
Ignition ...............................147, 277
Infant seats (see Safety seats) 137
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................260
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ................................14, 222
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................78
location of components ............14
J
Jack ............................................194
positioning ...............................194
storage .............................194±197
Jump-starting your vehicle ......201
K
Keys ...........................106±107, 109
key in ignition chime ...............19
positions of the ignition .........147L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................80
cargo lamps ...............................78
daytime running light ...............77
fog lamps ...................................77
headlamps .................................77
headlamps, flash to pass ..........78
instrument panel, dimming .....78
interior lamps .....................79±80
replacing bulbs .............79, 81±85
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................79
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
air bag ........................................16
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....16, 153
anti-theft ...................................18
brake ..........................................15
charging system ........................17
check coolant ............................15
check engine .............................14
cruise indicator .........................17
door ajar ....................................18
fuel cap light .............................17
high beam .................................18
overdrive off ..............................17
safety belt .................................16
speed control ............................97
turn signal indicator .................18
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................155
Load limits .................................169
GAWR ......................................169
GVWR ......................................169
trailer towing ..........................169
Loading instructions .................171
Lubricant specifications ...276±277
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