A Word to Mazda Owners
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is
necessary, that's the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best
possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
©2001 Mazda Motor Corporation
Printed in Japan Apr. 2002(Print4) Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of
your Mazda. Should you resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because
improvement is a constant goal at Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in
specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
Air Conditioning and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with R134a, a refrigerant that has been
found not to damage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate
properly, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a
result, you may find some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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Essential Safety Equipment
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Seats
The seat-bottom tilt, seat height, seat
slide, and seat recline can be electrically
adjusted. Move them to the desired
positions by using the switch on the seat’s
lower side.
Seat Slide
To slide the seat, move the slide lifter
switch on the outside of the seat to the
front or back and hold it. Release the
switch at the desired position.
Seat Recline
Change the seatback angle by turning the
reclining switch. When the seatback is at
the desired angle, release the switch.
Front Seats
•The seat-bottom power adjust is
operated by a motor. Avoid
extended operation because
excessive use can damage the
motor.
•To prevent the battery from running
down, avoid using the power adjust
when the engine is stopped. The
adjuster uses a great amount of
electric power.
•Don’t use the switch to make more
than one adjustment at a time.
CAUTION
Reclining:
Sitting in a reclined position while the
vehicle is moving is dangerous
because you don’t get the full
protection from seat belts. During
sudden braking or a collision, you
can slide under the lap belt and suffer
serious internal injuries. For
maximum protection, sit well back
and upright.
WARNING
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Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
5Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Starting and Driving
................................................................... 5- 2
Ignition Switch ........................................................................ 5- 2
Starting the Engine .................................................................. 5- 3
Brake System ........................................................................... 5- 4
Automatic Transaxle Controls ................................................. 5- 8
Power Steering ......................................................................... 5-12
Cruise Control ......................................................................... 5-12
Traction Control System (TCS) ............................................... 5-16
Instrument Cluster and Indicators
............................................ 5-18
Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-18
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beeps
........................................ 5-22
Warning/Indicator Lights ......................................................... 5-22
Beeps ....................................................................................... 5-30
Switches and Controls
................................................................. 5-31
Lighting Control ...................................................................... 5-31
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-32
Fog Lights ................................................................................ 5-32
Daytime Running Lights ......................................................... 5-33
Windshield Wipers and Washer ............................................... 5-33
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-36
Horn ......................................................................................... 5-36
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-37
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Interior Comfort
Au di o S ys t em
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Signals from an FM transmitter are
similar to beams of light because they do
not bend around corners, but they do
reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals
cannot travel beyond the horizon.
Therefore, FM stations cannot be received
at the great distances possible with AM
reception.
Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will cause
poor reception. However, cloudy days
may provide better reception than clear
days.
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive both
the direct signal and the reflected signal at
the same time. This causes a slight delay
in reception and may be heard as a broken
sound or a distortion. This problem may
also be encountered when in close
proximity to the transmitter.Flutter/Skip noise
Signals from an FM transmitter move in
straight lines and become weak in valleys
between tall buildings, mountains, and
other obstacles. When a vehicle passes
through such an area, the reception
conditions may change suddenly,
resulting in annoying noise.
Weak signal noise
In suburban areas, broadcast signals
become weak because of distance from
the transmitter. Reception in such fringe
areas is characterized by sound breakup.
Ionosphere
100—200 km (60—120 miles) FM wave
FM waveAM wave
DirectReflected wave
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Interior Comfort
Au di o S ys t em
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
•Store MDs in their cases and away
from direct sunlight.
•Do not insert fingers or foreign objects
in the MD insertion slot as it could
damage the MD deck.
Operating Tips for CD Player/In-
Dash CD Changer
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical
components (prism and lens) in the CD
player/changer may become clouded with
condensation. At this time, the CD will
eject immediately when placed in the unit.
A clouded CD can be corrected simply by
wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded
optical components will clear naturally in
about an hour. Wait for normal operation
to return before attempting to use the unit.
Handling the CD player/In-dash CD
changer
The following precautions should be
observed.
•Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.•Do not insert any objects, other than
CDs, into the slot.
•The CD revolves at high speed within
the unit. Defective (cracked or badly
bent) CDs should never be used.
•Do not use non-conventional discs such
as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc.
The CD player/changer could be
damaged.
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Interior Comfort
Au di o S ys t em
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Operating the In-Dash CD Changer
Inserting the CD
The CD must be label-side up when
inserting. The auto-loading mechanism
will set the CD and begin play. There will
be a short lapse before play begins while
the player reads the digital signals on the
CD.
The disc number and the track number
will be displayed.Normal insertion
1. Press the load button ( ).
2. When "In" is displayed, insert the CD.
Inserting CDs into desired tray number
1. Press and hold the load button ( )
for about 2 seconds until a beep is
heard.
2. Press the channel preset button for the
desired tray number within 5 seconds
after the beep is heard.
3. When "In" is displayed, insert the CD.
Display CD slot
Disc-in indicator
CD eject
button CD play button
Random button
Repeat button Disc up buttonScan
button Fast-forward button
Reverse
button Track up
button
Track down
button
Disc down
button
Load button
Power/Volume knob
NOTE
A CD cannot be inserted while the
display reads "WAIT". A beeping
sound can be heard during this waiting
time. Simultaneously pressing the
power/volume knob and the load
button ( ) for about 2 seconds will
turn this beeping sound ON or OFF.
NOTE
The CD cannot be inserted to the
desired tray number if the number is
already occupied.
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
The ignition switch must be in the ACC or
ON position.
To set the hour
Press the H (hour) button to change the
hour.
To set the minutes
Press the M (minute) button to change the
minutes.
Press the RESET button to clear minutes.
The clock will be set on the hour.
If the RESET button is pressed from
12:01 to 12:29, for example, the time will
be reset to 12:00. If pressed from
12:30 to 12:59, the time will be reset to
1:00.
(Example)
12:01—12:29
→12:00
12:30—12:59
→1:00The ignition switch must be in the ACC or
ON position.
Press the lighter in and release it. When
ready for use, it automatically pops out.
Clock
NOTE
When the power is disconnected, the
time is automatically set at 1:00.
Lighter
•Don’t touch the metal part of the
lighter, you may burn yourself.
•Don’t hold the lighter in because it
will overheat.
•Don’t use the lighter socket for
plug-in accessories such as shavers
and coffee pots. They may damage
it or cause electrical failure. Use
only a genuine Mazda lighter or the
equivalent.
•If the lighter doesn’t pop out within
30 seconds, remove it to prevent
overheating.
CAUTION
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8Q47-EA-01F
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level
Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.
Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the engine hood’s secondary
latch keeps the hood from opening when
the primary latch is released.
Wa s h e r F l u i d
Substitute Washer Fluid:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the
windshield, affect your visibility, and
could result in an accident. Use only
windshield washer fluid or plain
water in the reservoir.
WARNING
Float
Body Lubrication
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