2002 MAZDA MODEL MPV Owners Manual (in English)

A Word to Mazda Owners
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
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(Print3) 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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How to Use This Manual
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
We want to help you get the most driving
pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner’s
manual, when read from cover to cover,
can do that in many ways.
Illustrations complement the words of the
manual to best explain how to enjoy your
Mazda. By reading your manual, you can
find out about the features, important
safety information, and driving under
various road conditions.
The above symbol in this manual means
"Do not do this " or "Do not let this
happen".Index:
A good place to start is the Index,
an alphabetical listing of all information
in your manual.
You’ll find several WARNINGs,
CAUTIONs, and NOTEs in the manual.
The above symbol, located on some parts
of the vehicle, indicates that this manual
contains information related to the part.
Please refer to the manual for a detailed
explanation.
A WARNING indicates a situation in
which serious injury or death could
result if the warning is ignored.
A CAUTION indicates a situation in
which bodily injury or damage to your
vehicle, or both, could result if the
caution is ignored.
NOTE
A NOTE provides information and
sometimes suggests how to make
better use of your vehicle.
WARNING
CAUTION
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Table of Contents
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Essential Safety Equipment
Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, SRS air bags and
child-restraint systems.
Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.
Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including climate control and audio
system.
In Case of an Emergency
Helpful information on what to do in an emergency.
Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Customer Information
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.
Specifications
Technical information about your Mazda.
Index
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1Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda.
Dashboard Overview
.................................................................. 1- 2
Interior Overview
........................................................................ 1- 3
Exterior Overview
....................................................................... 1- 4
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Dashboard Overview
Hood release handle
Climate control systemCup holder/Ashtray
Glove box Shift lever
Audio system
Passenger-side air bag
Hazard warning flasher switch
Fog light switch Lighting control/Turn signals Instrument cluster
Driver-side air bag
Wiper and washer lever
Power window switches
Cruise control lever
Ignition switchLighter
Tilt wheel release lever Power window
lock switch
TCS-OFF switch
Rear window defroster switch
Front console
Audio control switch Outside mirror switch
Power sliding door switch
(page 5-19)
(page 5-32)
(page 5-34)
(page 3-19)
(page 3-21)
(page 3-24) (page 5-16)
(page 3-31)
(page 6-38)
(page 3-31)(page 5-2) (page 5-13) (page 6-49)(page 6-2) (page 6-46) (page 6-44) (page 6-49) (page 2-47) (page 5-36) (page 6-14) (page 5-37)(page 5-8) (page 5-34)
(page 2-47) (page 3-12)
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Interior Overview
Rearview mirrorSeat beltsInterior light
Sunvisors
Front seats
Side air bagsSecond-row seat
Third-row seat
Parking brakeRear climate control panel
Rear vents
(page 6-41)(page 2-25)
(page 3-32)
(page 2-3)
(page 5-5)
(page 2-47)(page 6-41)
(page 6-10)
(page 2-16)
(page 6-12)
(page 2-9)
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
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Exterior Overview
Windshield wiper blades
Power windows
Hood
Front fog lights
Front turn signal lights/Side-marker light
Headlights
Fuel-filler lid
Doors and keys
Rear windshield
wiper blades
Liftgate
License plate
lights
Reverse lights
Rear turn signal lights
Tires
Rear window defrosterChild safety lock
Outside mirrors Brake lights/Taillights
Parking lights
Sunroof
High-mount brake light
Power sliding doors
(page 8-32)
(page 8-32)
(page 5-36)
(page 3-11)
(page 8-20)
(page 3-18)
(page 8-32)
(page 8-32)
(page 8-32)
(page 8-18)
(page 3-24)
(page 8-30)
(page 8-30)(page 3-31)
(page 8-23)
(page 3-25)
(page 3-22) (page 3-19)
(page 3-12)
(page 3-2)
(page 8-30)
(page 8-28)
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