2003 MAZDA MODEL 6 ignition

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In Case of an Emergency
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
Emergency Starting
If the engine fails to start, it may be
flooded (excessive fuel in the engine).
Follow this procedure:
1. Depress the accelerator all the way and
hold it there.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the START
position and hold it there—for up to 10
seconds. If the engine starts, release the
key and accelerator immediately
because the engine will suddenly rev
up.
3. If the engine fails to start, crank it
without using the accelerator—for up
to 10 seconds.Jump-starting is dangerous if done
incorrectly. So follow the procedure
carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-
starting, we strongly recommend that you
have a competent service technician do
the work.
Starting a Flooded EngineJump-Starting
Battery-Related Explosion:Flames and sparks near open battery
cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas,
produced during normal battery
operation, could ignite and cause the
battery to explode. An exploding
battery can cause serious burns and
injuries. Keep all flames, including
cigarettes, and sparks away from
open battery cells.
Low Fluid Level or Frozen Battery:
Jump-starting a frozen battery or one
with a low fluid level is dangerous. It
may rupture or explode, causing
serious injury.
Don’t jump-start a frozen battery or
one with a low fluid level.
Use only a 12 V booster system. You
can damage a 12 V starter, ignition
system, and other electrical parts
beyond repair with a 24 V power
supply (two 12 V batteries in series or
a 24 V motor generator set).
WARNING
CAUTION
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Schedule 1
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R: Replace
L: Lubricate
ENGINE
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
CHASSIS and BODY
AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed)
*1According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at
the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability. Maintenance Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers (miles),
whichever comes first)Months 6 12182430364248
×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96
×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60
Drive belts (tension) 2.3-liter engine
I
3.0-liter engine
II
Engine oil
RRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter
RRRRRRRR
Cooling system
II
Engine coolantReplace at first 168,000km (105,000miles) or 60 months ;
after that, every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months
Air filter
R
Fuel lines and hoses
*1II
Hoses and tubes for emission*1I
Spark plugs
Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Brake lines, hoses and connections
II
Disc brakes
IIII
Steering operation and linkages
II
Front suspension ball joints
II
Driveshaft dust boots
II
Bolts and nuts on chassis and body
II
Exhaust system heat shields
II
All locks and hinges
LLLLLLLL
Cabin air filter
Replace every 40,000km (25,000miles) or 24 months
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I

Schedule 2
I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R:Replace
ENGINE
COOLING SYSTEM
FUEL SYSTEM
IGNITION SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
*1According to state/provincial and federal regulations, failure to perform maintenance on these items will not
void your emissions warranties. However, Mazda recommends that all maintenance services be performed at
the recommended time or mileage/kilometer period to ensure long-term reliability.
*2If the vehicle is operated under any of the following conditions, change the spark plugs every 96,000
km(60,000 miles) or shorter.
a)Repeated short-distance driving
b)Extended periods of idling or low-speed operation
c)Driving for long periods in cold temperatures or extremely humid climates
Maintenance Interval
(Number of months or
kilometers (miles),
whichever comes first)Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48
×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96
×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Drive belts (tension) 2.3-liter engine
I
3.0-liter engine
II
Engine oilPuerto Rico
Replace every 5,000km (3,000miles) or 3 months
Others
RRRRRRRRRRRR
Engine oil filter
RRRRRRRRRRRR
Cooling system
II
Engine coolantReplace at first 168,000km (105,000miles) or 60 months ;
after that, every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months
Engine coolant level
IIIIIIIIIIII
Air filterPuerto Rico
R
Others
R
Fuel lines and hoses
*1II
Hoses and tubes for emission*1I
Spark plugs USA
Replace every 96,000km (60,000miles)
Others
*2Replace every 120,000km (75,000miles)
Function of all lights
IIIIIIIIIIII
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions
only for items that are easy to perform.
As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedure can be done only by a
qualified service technician with special tools.
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
For details, read the separate Mazda Warranty statement provided with the vehicle. If
you’re unsure about any servicing or maintenance procedure, have it done by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
There are strict environmental laws regarding the disposal of waste oil and fluids. Please
dispose of your waste properly and with due regard to the environment.
We recommend that you entrust the oil and fluid changes of your vehicle to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Owner Maintenance Precautions
Maintenance Procedures:Performing maintenance work on a vehicle is dangerous if not done properly. You can
be seriously injured while performing some maintenance procedure. If you lack
sufficient knowledge and experience or the proper tools and equipment to do the
work, have it done by a qualified technician.
Running the Engine:
Working under the hood with the engine running is dangerous. It becomes even more
dangerous when you wear jewelry or loose clothing.
Either can become entangled in moving parts and result in injury.
Therefore, if you must run the engine while working under the hood, make certain
that you remove all jewelry (especially rings, bracelets, watches, and necklaces) and
all neckties, scarves, and similar loose clothing before getting near the engine or
cooling fan, with may turn on unexpectedly.
Electrical Fan and Engine Inspection:
Inspecting the engine with the ignition switch in the ON position is dangerous. The
cooling fan could come on unexpectedly even when the engine isn’t running. You
could be seriously injured by the fan. Turn the ignition switch off and remove the key
from the ignition switch when you inspect the engine.
WARNING
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
Your vehicle’s electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls don’t
work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.

Fuse Replacement
If the electrical system doesn’t work, first
inspect fuses on the vehicle’s left side.
1. Turn off the ignition switch and other
switches.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.3. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse
puller provided on the fuse block.
4. Inspect it and replace if it’s blown.
5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,
and make sure it fits tightly. If it
doesn’t, have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer install it.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow one
of the same rating from a circuit not
essential to vehicle operation, such as
the SPARE circuit.
Fuses
Fuse panel cover
Fuse puller
Engine compartment fuse box
Normal Blown
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
If the headlights or other electrical
components don’t work and the fuses in
the cabin are OK, inspect the fuse block
under the hood. If a fuse is blown, it must
be replaced. Follow these steps:
1. Turn off the ignition switch and all
other switches.
2. Remove the fuse block cover.3. If a fuse is blown, replace it with a new
one of the same rating
.
Always replace a fuse with one of the
same rating. Otherwise you may
damage the electric system.
CAUTION
TabFuse block cover
NOTE
To replace the MAIN fuse, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 8-37).
Normal Blown
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Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
Index
A
Accessory Socket ............................. 6-54
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-11
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-33
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-20
Ambient Temperature Display
........ 6-48
Antenna
............................................ 6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-7
Warning light
.............................. 5-8
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-40
Ashtray
............................................. 6-50
Audio
Audio control switch
................ 6-40
Audio System
................................... 6-16
Audio set
................................... 6-23
Operating tips for audio
system
....................................... 6-16
Safety certification
.................... 6-42
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips
............................... 5-16
Fluid
.......................................... 8-18
Indicators
.................................. 5-12
Manual shift mode
.................... 5-12
Recommendations for
shifting
...................................... 5-15
Shifting
..................................... 5-13
Shifting specification
................ 5-14
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-12
Transaxle ranges
....................... 5-11
B
Battery
Emergency starting
................... 7-14
Maintenance
............................. 8-24
Specifications
........................... 10-3
B
Beeps
Ignition key reminder
................ 5-36
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-36
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-5
After getting in
............................ 4-5
Before getting in
......................... 4-5
Body Lubrication
............................. 8-20
Bottle Holder
.................................... 6-51
Brake/Clutch
Fluid
.......................................... 8-15
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
.... 5-7
Foot brake
...................................5-4
Pad wear indicator
...................... 5-8
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-6
Break-In
............................................. 4-6
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-29
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-4
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-4
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-3
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-12
Center Box
....................................... 6-52
Center Console
................................. 6-53
Child Restraint
Child restraint precautions
........ 2-21
Installing child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-24
LATCH child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-29
Child Safety Locks for Rear Door
..... 3-9
Cigarette Lighter
.............................. 6-49
Climate Control System
..................... 6-2
Gas specifications
..................... 10-4
Clock
................................................ 6-47
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Index
Form No. 8R29-EA-02I
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-42
Hazardous Driving
............................. 4-7
Headlights
Control
...................................... 5-37
Flashing
.................................... 5-37
High-low beam
......................... 5-37
On reminder
.............................. 5-37
HomeLink Wireless Control
System
.............................................. 5-43
Hood Release
................................... 3-17
Horn
................................................. 5-42
I
Ignition
Keys
............................................ 3-2
Switch
......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System
................ 6-43
Immobilizer System
......................... 3-20
Indicator Lights
................................ 5-27
Cruise Main
.............................. 5-36
Cruise set
.................................. 5-36
Headlight high-beam
................ 5-34
Security
..................................... 5-33
Shift position
............................ 5-34
TCS
........................................... 5-35
TCS OFF
.................................. 5-35
Information Display
......................... 6-46
Ambient temperature display
... 6-48
Audio display
............................ 6-48
Climate control display
............. 6-48
Clock
......................................... 6-47
Display dimmer cancel
function
..................................... 6-48
Information display functions
... 6-46
Instrument Cluster
........................... 5-23
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select
Button
.............................................. 5-26
I
Interior Care ..................................... 8-45
Interior Lights
.................................. 6-43
J
Jump-Starting ................................... 7-14
K
Keyless Entry System ........................ 3-3
Keys
...................................................3-2
L
Label Information ............................ 10-2
Lane-Change Signals
....................... 5-38
Light Bulbs
Replacement
.............................. 8-29
Specifications
............................ 10-5
Lighter
.............................................. 6-49
Lighting Control
............................... 5-37
Lubricant Quality
............................. 10-3
M
Maintenance
Introduction
................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions
.................................. 8-8
Owner maintenance schedule
..... 8-7
Scheduled
.................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation
.............. 5-9
Recommendations for shifting
.... 5-9
Map Lights
....................................... 6-45
Meters and Gauges
........................... 5-23
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