Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
18 5A Illumination for: Cluster, Heater unit,
Radio, Hazard switch, Rear defrost
switch, 4WD switch, Front fog switch
19 10A Subwoofer amp
20 15A Turn Indicators, Front Side Turn
Lamps, Front turn lamps, Rear turn
lamps, Trailer turn, Flasher unit
21 10A Trailer position lamps
22 15A Not used
23 20A Horn
24 15A Stoplamps, High mounted stoplamp,
Trailer stoplamp, ABS unit, ASC unit
(Brake Pedal Position Switch), PCM,
Shift solenoid
25 30A Power window motors
26 30A Power door lock motors, GEM (door
lock relay coil), Power seat
27 10A Audio, Cluster, Interior lamp, Map
lamp Cargo lamp
ACC Ð Accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is
located in the engine compartment.
The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical systems
from overloads.
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²2.0L DOHC I4 Ð Zetec Engine
²3.0L DOHC V6 Ð Duratec Engine
²Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are
available from your dealer.
²For routine cleaning, use One Step Wash and Wax Concentrate,
available at your local Mazda dealer.
²If tar or grease spots are present, use Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil
Removal, available at your local Mazda dealer.
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned
regularly. If the wiper does not wipe properly, substances on the
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windshield, rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause. These
may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree
sap, or other organic contamination. To clean these items, please follow
these tips:
²The windshield or rear window may be cleaned with a non-abrasive
cleaner such as Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner, available from your
local Mazda dealer.
²Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
²Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
²Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they
appear worn or do not function properly.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.
²Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid
contamination of the air bag system.
²Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the painted surfaces.
WOOD-TONE TRIM
²Clean the area with a damp cloth, then dry by wiping with a dry, soft,
clean cloth.
²Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side
air bags:
²Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
²Remove light stains and soil with Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner,
available at your local Mazda dealer.
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²Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
²Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
²Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
²Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
²Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
²Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant specificationsin
this chapter.
²Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found in your vehicle service maintenance section.
Conditions
²Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
²Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).
²Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
²Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
²Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
12±16 km (8±10 miles) of driving.
²Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
²Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
²Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA
window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons
with other vehicles.
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It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window
sticker. These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG)
expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy
may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
²Use only the specified fuel listed.
²Avoid running out of fuel.
²Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
²Have the items listed in your service maintenance section performed
according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance
section are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to
its emissions system.
If other than Mazda authorized parts are used for maintenance
replacements or for service of components affecting emission control,
such non-Mazda parts should be equivalent to genuine Mazda parts in
performance and durability.
WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the
indicator, charging system warning light or the
temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of
engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not
working properly.
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and
potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
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waxing .....................................198
wheels ......................................199
wiper blades ............................200
woodtone trim ........................201
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............50
Clock ......................................30, 45
Clutch
fluid ..........................................238
operation while driving ..........144
recommended shift speeds ....145
Console ........................................74
overhead ..............................65±66
Controls
power seat .................................89
Coolant
checking and adding ..............219
refill capacities ................223, 244
specifications ..........................246
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................69
Customer
Assistance ..165±166, 188±189, 192
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................202
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................54
Defrost
rear window ..............................53
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................236
engine oil .................................213
Doors
door ajar warning .....................14Driving under special
conditions ..........................150, 153
sand .........................................151
snow and ice ...........................154
through water .................152, 157
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................180
Emission control system ..........232
Engine ........................................247
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................199
coolant .....................................219
idle speed control ...................217
lubrication specifications .......246
refill capacities ........................244
service points ..................211±212
starting after a collision .........167
Engine block heater .................133
Engine oil ..................................213
checking and adding ..............213
dipstick ....................................213
filter, specifications ................216
recommendations ...................216
refill capacities ........................244
specifications ..........................246
Exhaust fumes ..........................133
F
Fluid capacities .........................244
Foglamps .....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
description ..............................148
driving off road .......................149
indicator light ...................14, 149
Index
252
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................79
Parking .......................................146
Parking brake ............................136
Power distribution box
(see Fuses)
...............................171
Power door locks
........................77
Power point
...........................66±67
Power Seats
.................................89
Power steering
..........................137
fluid, checking and adding
....234
fluid, refill capacity
................244
fluid, specifications
.................246
Power Windows
...........................67
Preparing to drive your
vehicle
........................................138
R
Radio
......................................19, 31
Radio reception
.....................48±49
Rear window defroster
...............53
Relays
........................................168
Remote entry system
...........78±79
illuminated entry
......................81
locking/unlocking doors
.....77, 79
panic alarm
...............................79
replacement/additional
transmitters
...............................80
replacing the batteries
.............80
Roof rack
.....................................76S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ......................15, 98±102
Safety defects, reporting ..........197
Safety restraints ..................98±103
cleaning the safety belts ........108
extension assembly ................104
for adults ...........................99±102
for children .............................118
lap belt ....................................104
warning light and
chime ...................12, 15, 105±106
Safety seats for children ..........122
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ....................................98
Seats ............................................87
child safety seats ....................122
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................82±84
Servicing your vehicle ..............208
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................175
Spark plugs, specifications .......247
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................246
Speed control ..............................69
Speedometer ...............................17
Starting your vehicle ........130±132
jump starting ..........................180
Steering wheel
controls ......................................69
T
Tachometer .................................17
Tires ...................................239±241
Index
255
changing ..........................175±176
checking the pressure ............241
replacing ..................................242
rotating ....................................241
snow tires and chains ............243
tire grades ...............................240
treadwear ................................240
Towing .......................................160
recreational towing .................164
trailer towing ..........................160
wrecker ....................................186
Transaxle
automatic operation ...............139
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................238
manual operation ....................144
Transmission
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................236
fluid, refill capacities ..............244
Turn signal ............................13, 56
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................247Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................249
Vehicle loading ..........................157
Ventilating your vehicle ...........134
W
Warning chimes ...........................15
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................213
Water, Driving through .............157
Windows
power .........................................67
rear wiper/washer .....................64
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....213
checking and cleaning ........63, 65
liftgate reservoir .....................213
operation ...................................62
replacing wiper blades .............64
Wrecker towing .........................186
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