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Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position. From a
stop, the transaxle will automatically shift
through a 4-gear sequence.
S (Second)
The S position is helpful when driving in
slow-moving traffic and when climbing a
hill.
L (Low)
Use the L position when pulling heavy
loads and climbing steep grades.
Shift patterns without hold mode:
Shift-Lock System
The shift-lock system prevents shifting
out of P unless the brake pedal is
depressed.
To shift from P:
1. Depress and hold the brake pedal.
2. Start the engine.
3. Push and hold the lock-release button.
4. Move the shift lever.
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.
Shifting into N while Driving:
Shifting into N while driving is
dangerous. Engine braking cannot be
applied when decelerating which
could lead to an accident or serious
injury. Do not shift into N when
driving the vehicle.
D 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th
S 1st, 2nd, 3rd
L 1st, 2nd
WARNING
Sudden Engine-Braking:
Shifting down while driving on wet,
snowy, or frozen roads, or driving at
high speeds causes sudden engine
braking, which is dangerous. The
sudden change in tire speed could
cause the tires to skid. This could lead
to loss of vehicle control and an
accident. Do not cause sudden engine
braking on slippery road surfaces or
at high speeds.
NOTE
•When the ignition switch is in the
ACC or LOCK position, the
transaxle cannot be shifted from P.
•If the brake is pumped with the shift
lever in P, a chattering near the shift
lever may be heard. Don’t worry,
this is a normal sound.
•To be sure the vehicle is in park, the
ignition key cannot be removed
unless the shift lever is in P.
WARNING
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Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Seat Belt Warning Beep
If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position, a beep will sound for about
6 seconds.
Ignition Key Reminder
If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or
ACC position, a beep will sound when the
driver’s door is opened.
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep will
sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Beeps
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Driving Your Mazda
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Switches and Controls
Headlights
To turn on the lights, turn the knob on the
end of the control lever.
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep will
sound when the driver’s door is opened.
Headlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beams.
Pull it back for low.
Flashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
toward you. The headlight switch need
not be on, and the lever will return to the
normal position when released.
Lighting Control
Lever
PositionOFF
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lightsOff On On
NOTE
•If the light switch is left on, the
lights will automatically switch off
30 seconds after turning the ignition
switch to the LOCK position or
removing the key.
The lights will automatically switch
back on when the ignition switch is
turned to the ACC or ON position.
•To prevent discharging the battery,
don’t leave the lights on while the
engine is off.
High beams
Low beams
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Interior Comfort
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Interior Equipment
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front or swing it to the side.
Va n i t y M i r r o r s
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
Illuminated Entry System
When the switch is in the DOOR position,
the overhead light comes on for:
•about 30 seconds after the driver’s door
is unlocked 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 driver’s door is locked.
SunvisorsInterior Lights
NOTE
If any door is left opened, the light
goes out after about 5 minutes.
The light turns on again when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, or when any door is opened
after all doors have been closed.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Glove Box
To open the glove box, press the button.
The door has a lock, insert the primary
key and turn it clockwise to lock,
counterclockwise to unlock.
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.
Front-Door Storage
Compartments
To open, press the release button and lift
the cover.
Unlock
Lock
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In Case of an Emergency
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Emergency Starting
If the engine fails to start, it may be
flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
1. Depress the accelerator all the way and
hold it there.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the START
position and hold it there—for up to 10
seconds. If the engine starts, release the
key and accelerator immediately
because the engine will suddenly rev
up.
3. If the engine fails to start, crank it
without using the accelerator—for up
to 10 seconds.Jump-starting is dangerous if done
incorrectly. So follow the procedure
carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-
starting, we strongly recommend that you
have a competent service technician do
the work.
Starting a Flooded Engine
NOTE
(2.5 liter V6 DOHC)
You may hear noise (from the valve
tappets) if the engine has not been in
use for a few days. At normal
operating temperature, this should
stop. If it doesn’t, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Jump-Starting
Battery-Related Explosion:
Flames and sparks near open battery
cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas,
produced during normal battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
battery to explode. An exploding
battery can cause serious burns and
injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from
open battery cells.
Low Fluid Level or Frozen Battery:
Jump-starting a frozen battery or one
with a low fluid level is dangerous. It
may rupture or explode, causing
serious injury.
Don’t jump-start a frozen battery or
one with a low fluid level.
Use only a 12 V booster system. You
can damage a 12 V starter, ignition
system, and other electrical parts
beyond repair with a 24 V power
supply (two 12 V batteries in series or
a 24 V motor generator set).
WARNING
CAUTION
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions
only for items easy to perform.
As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedure can be done only by a
qualified service technician with special tools.
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If
you’re unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids. Please
dispose of your waste carefully and with due regard to the environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehicle to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Owner Maintenance Precautions
Maintenance Procedures:
Performing maintenance work on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly. You can
be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedure. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the
work, have it done by a qualified technician.
Running the Engine:
Working under the hood with the engine running is dangerous. It becomes even more
dangerous when you wear jewelry or loose clothing.
Either can become entangled in moving parts and result in injury.
Therefore, if you must run the engine while working under the hood, make certain
that you remove all jewelry (especially rings, bracelets, watches, and necklaces) and
all neckties, scarves, and similar loose clothing before getting near the engine or
cooling fan.
Electrical Fan and Engine Inspection:
Inspecting the engine with the ignition switch in the ON position is dangerous. The
cooling fan could come on unexpectedly even when the engine isn’t running. You
could be seriously injured by the fan. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the key
from the ignition switch when you inspect the engine.
WARNING
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Fuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
1 MAIN 120AFor protection of all
circuits
2 AD.FAN 30AAdditional cooling
fan for air conditioner
3 EGI INJ 30A Fuel injection system
4 HEAD 40A Headlights
5 IG KEY 60ARADIO, TURN,
METER, ENGINE,
S/ROOF and P/WIND
fuses, Ignition system
6COOLING
FA N30A Cooling fan
7 ABS 60A Antilock brake system
8 HEATER 40AHeater, Air
conditioner
9DEFOG 40ARear window
defroster
10 BTN 60ASTOP, ROOM and
D/LOCK fuses, Fuel
lid opener, Power
door lockDESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
11 AUDIO 20A Audio system
12 P/WINDOW 30A Power windows
13 P.SEAT 30A Power seat
14 HORN 10A Horn
15 IDL UP 10AEngine control
system
16 ST.SIGN 10A Engine control unit
17 FOG 15A Fog lights
18 S.WARM 20A Seat warmer
19 TAIL 15ATaillights, Parking
lights, License plate
lights, Dashboard
illumination, Glove
box light, Clock
20—— —
21—— —
22—— —
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