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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Use this switch to turn on the fog lights.
They help you to see as well as to be seen.
To turn on the fog lights, first turn on the
headlight switch. Then press the fog light
switch.
To turn the fog lights off, press the fog
light switch again or turn the headlight
switch off.The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
Fog LightsWindshield Wipers and
Washer
Frozen Washer Fluid:
Using windshield washer fluid in
freezing temperatures is dangerous.
The washer fluid could freeze on the
windshield and block your vision.
You could have an accident. Don’t use
the washer without first warming the
windshield.
NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can jam
the wiper blades, the wiper motor is
protected by a circuit breaker. This
mechanism will automatically stop
operation of the blades, but only for
about 5 minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper
switch and park off the right-of-way,
and remove the snow and ice.
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and
the blades should operate normally. If
they don’t resume functioning, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
WARNING
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Switches and Controls
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
To sound the horn, press around the
mark of the steering wheel.The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning switch and all
four turn signals will flash at once.
HornHazard Warning Flasher
NOTE
•The turn signals don’t work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
•Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while
the vehicle is being towed. They
may forbid it.
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Recirculated air position ( )
Outside air is shut off. Air within the
vehicle is recirculated.
This position can be used when driving on
a dusty road or in similar conditions. It
also helps to provide quicker cooling of
the interior.
Heating
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the
position.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the
hot position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.5. If dehumidified heating is desired, turn
on the air conditioner.
Cooling (With Air Conditioner)
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner.
The Recirculated Air Position:
Using the position in cold
weather will cause the glass to fog up.
Your vision will be hampered, which
could lead to a serious accident. Do
not use the position in cold
weather.
WARNING
NOTE
•If the windshield fogs up easily, set
the mode selector dial to the
position.
•If cooler air is desired at face level,
set the mode selector dial at the
position and adjust the temperature
control dial to maintain maximum
comfort.
•The air to the floor is warmer than
air to the face (except when the
temperature control dial is set at the
extreme hot or cold position).
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Climate Control System
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.Dehumidifying (With Air
Conditioner)
Operate the air conditioner in cool or cold
weather to help defog the windshield and
side windows.
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
desired position.
2. Set the air intake selector to the
position.
3. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
4. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
5. Turn on the air conditioner.
Foggy Windshield:
Using the position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position will cause the outside of the
glass to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident. Set the temperature
control to the hot or warm position
when using the position.
NOTE
•For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control dial to the
extreme hot position and the fan
control dial to position 4.
•If warm air is desired at the floor,
set the mode selector dial to the
position.
•In the or position, outside air
is automatically selected.The air
intake selector switch cannot be
changed to the position.
WARNING
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Au di o S ys t em
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Adjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, press volume
button ( ).
To decrease the volume, press volume
button ( ).
Changing the Source
Press the mode switch ( ) to change
the audio source (AM radio>FM1
radio>FM2 radio>Cassette tape player or
MD player>CD player or CD
changer>cyclical).
Audio Control Switch
Operation
Using Audio Control Panel:
Using the audio control panel while
driving is dangerous. Your attention
could be diverted and cause an
accident. When driving, always use
the audio system operation from the
audio control switch.
WARNING
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Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Front
To use, pull the tray out.
Rear
Second seat (Passenger seat only)
The rear cup holders are on the right of
the second-row seat. To use the cup
holder, pull it out.
Seat side table
To use the cup holder
1. Raise the table.
2. Pull the cup holder end to extend it
rearwards.
Cup Holders
Using the Cup Holder:
Using the cup holder to hold hot
liquids while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. If the contents spill, you
could be scalded. Never use the cup
holder to hold hot liquids while the
vehicle is moving.
WARNING
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Interior Equipment
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Overhead Console
This console box is designed to store a
garage door opener or other accessories.
Push and release to open.
To store the garage door opener:
1. Open the console box.2. Take out the two pieces of urethane
spacer.
3. Open the cap by pushing it from inside
the box.
4. Store the garage door opener by
adjusting the thickness with the
urethane spacers.
Eyeglass Holder
Push the lid to open.
Storage Compartments
Open Storage Boxes:
Driving with the storage boxes 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
CAUTIONCap
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Interior Equipment
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To collapse the table
1. Close the lid on the storage box.
2. Pull the lever under the table, then
lower it. After the table is collapsed,
press the table surface to lock it in
place.
Rear Console
Push the knob and open the cover.
Cargo Securing Loops
Use the loops in the luggage compartment
to secure cargo with a rope or net. The
tensile strength of the loops is 196 N (20
kgf, 44.1 lbf). Do not apply excessive
force to the loops as it will damage them.
Not Securing Cargo:
Not securing cargo while driving is
dangerous. The cargo could move or
be crushed in sudden braking or a
collision and cause injury. Make sure
the luggage is secured before driving.
WARNING
Floor
Rear side trim
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