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Automatic Level Control (ALC)
The automatic level control is a feature
that automatically adjusts audio volume
and sound quality according to the vehicle
speed.
The volume increases in accordance with
the increase in vehicle speed, and
decreases as vehicle speed decreases.
The following four modes are available.
Select the desired mode.
Turn the audio control dial to select the
ALC OFF, ALC LEVEL1~3 mode. The
selected mode will be indicated.
Mode Volume change
No change
Minimum
Medium
Maximum
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Operating the Radio
Radio ON
Press a band selector button ( , or
) to turn the radio on.
Band selection
Select a band by pressing the FM1 button
( ), FM2 button ( ) or AM button
().
The selected mode will be indicated. If
FM stereo is being received, "ST" will be
displayed.Tuning
The radio has the following tuning
methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
channel, and Auto memory tuning. The
easiest way to tune stations is to set them
on preset channels.
Manual tuning
Turning the manual tuning dial will
change the frequency higher or lower.
Manual tuning dial Channel preset buttonsScan button
Auto
memory
button Band selector buttons
Seek tuning
button
NOTE
If the FM broadcast signal becomes
weak, reception automatically changes
from STEREO to MONO for reduced
noise, and the "ST" indicator will go
out.
NOTE
If the power supply is interrupted (fuse
blows or the battery is disconnected),
the preset channels will be canceled.
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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).
Seek Switch
When listening to the radio
Press the seek switch ( , ) to recall
previously stored radio stations.
Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio
switches to the next/previous stored
station in the order that it was stored
(1~6).
Audio Control Switch
Operation
NOTE
Mazda installed this system to help
you avoid being too distracted using
audio controls on the dashboard.
Always make safe driving your first
priority.
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Customer Information
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
Customer Assistance
Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All
Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle
in top condition.
If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of
your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take
the following steps:
STEP 1: Contact Your Mazda Dealer
Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to
address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS,
SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL
MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
STEP 2: Call the Mazda National Customer Assistance Center #800
If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your dealership
management, call Mazda North American Operations’ Customer Assistance Center toll-
free at: 1 (800) 222-5500.
In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following
information:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number
2. Year and model of vehicle
3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on
the upper driver’s side corner of the dash)
4. Purchase date and current mileage
5. Your dealer’s name and location
6. Your question(s)
If you would like to write a letter, please address it to the following:
Attn: Customer Assistance
Mazda North American Operations
7755 Irvine Center Drive
Irvine, CA 92618-2922
P.O. Box 19734
Irvine, CA 92623-9734
This way, we can be sure to respond to you as efficiently as possible. That is our goal.
If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest Mazda Distributor.
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)
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Customer Assistance
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Satisfaction Review Process
Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized
Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In
our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your
Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your
dealer. If the cause of your dissatisfaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal
dealership procedures, we recommend that you take the following steps:
STEP 1: Contact the Mazda Dealer
Discuss the matter with a member of dealership management. If the Service Manager has
already reviewed your concerns, contact the owner of the dealership or its General
Manager.
STEP 2: Contact the Mazda Regional Office
If you feel that you still require assistance, ask the dealer Service Manager to arrange for
you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative. If more expedient, contact Mazda
Canada Inc.Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements. Regional Office address
and phone numbers are shown (page 9-5).
STEP 3: Contact the Mazda Customer Relations Department
If still not substantially satisfied, contact the Customer Relations Department, Mazda
Canada Inc., 305 Milner Avenue, Suite 400 Scarborough, Ontario M1B 3V4 Canada
TEL:1 (800) 263-4680.
Provide the Department with the following information:
1. Your name, address and telephone number
2. Year and model of vehicle
3. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Refer to the "Vehicle Identification Labels" page
of section 10 of this manual for the location of the VIN.
4. Purchase date
5. Present odometer reading
6. Your dealer’s name and location
7. The nature of your problem and/or cause of dissatisfaction
Customer Assistance (Canada)
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Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized
Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top
condition.
If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of
your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take
the following steps:
STEP 1
Discuss the matter with an Authorized Mazda Dealer. This is the quickest and best way to
address the issue. If your concern has not been resolved by the CUSTOMER RELATIONS,
SALES, SERVICE, or PARTS MANAGER, then please contact the GENERAL
MANAGER of the dealership or the OWNER.
STEP 2
If, after following STEP 1, you feel the need for further assistance, please contact your
area’s Mazda representative (Indicated on the next page).
Please help us by providing the following information:
1. Your name, address, and telephone number
2. Year and model of vehicle
3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on
the upper driver’s side corner of the dash)
4. Purchase date and current mileage
5. Your dealer’s name and location
6. Your question(s)
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)
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Specifications
Engine
Electrical System
Lubricant Quality
*Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-10.
Specifications
ItemModel
2.3-liter engine 3.0-liter engine
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder DOHC-24V 60
°V, 6-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) 89.0 × 79.5 mm (3.50 × 3.13 in)
Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) 2,967 ml (2,967 cc, 181.0 cu in)
Compression ratio 9.7 10.0
Item Classification
Battery 12V-50AH/5HR
Alternator2.3-liter engine 12 V - 90 A
3.0-liter engine 12 V - 110 A
Starter 12 V - 1.4 kW
Spark-plug number2.3-liter engine NGK ITR6F-13
3.0-liter engine Motorcraft AGSF 22FSCM
Spark-plug gap2.3-liter engine 1.25—1.35 mm (0.049—0.053 in)
3.0-liter engine 1.29—1.45 mm (0.051—0.057 in)
LubricantClassification
API Service ILSAC
Engine oil
*SL GF-III
Lubricant Classification
Manual transmission oil2.3-liter engineAny temperatureAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10
°C (50
°F)API Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
3.0-liter engineAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake fluid SAE J1703, or FMVSS116 DOT-3
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Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Dimensions
*116 inch wheel vehicle*217 inch wheel vehicle
We i g h t s
Air Conditioner
ItemUnit
L US qt Imp qt
Engine oil2.3-liter engineWith oil filter
replacement4.3 4.5 3.8
Without oil filter
replacement3.9 4.1 3.4
3.0-liter engineWith oil filter
replacement5.2 5.5 4.6
Without oil filter
replacement4.7 5.0 4.1
Coolant2.3-liter engine 7.5 7.9 6.6
3.0-liter engine 10.2 10.8 9.0
Manual transaxle oil2.3-liter engine 2.87 3.0 2.5
3.0-liter engine 2.3 2.4 2.0
Automatic transaxle fluid2.3-liter engine 7.2 7.6 6.3
3.0-liter engine 9.2 9.7 8.1
Fuel tank 68 18.0 (US gal) 15.0 (Imp gal)
Item Model
Overall length 4,745 mm (186.8 in)
Overall width 1,780 mm (70.1 in)
Overall height 1,440 mm (56.7 in)
Front tread
1,540mm
*1(60.6in), 1,530mm*2(60.2in)
Rear tread
1,540mm*1(60.6in), 1,530mm*2(60.2in)
Wheelbase 2,675 mm (105.3 in)
Item Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,958 kg (4,317 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)Front 1,070 kg (2,359 lb)
Rear 888 kg (1,958 lb)
Gas complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating charge
HFC134a (R-134a) 0.5 kg (17.6 oz)
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