2003 MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES heating

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning and control lights 12
Gauges 16
Entertainment Systems 19
AM/FM stereo 19
AM/FM stereo with CD 21
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 23
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 27
Climate Controls 35
Manual heating and air conditioning 35
Lights 38
Headlamps 38
Turn signal control 40
Bulb replacement 40
Driver Controls 47
Windshield wiper/washer control 47
Power windows 49
Speed control (Cruise control) 53
Locks and Security 59
Keys 59
Locks 59
Anti-theft system 59
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Seating and Safety Restraints 67
Seating 67
Safety restraints 69
Air bags 82
Child restraints 93
Driving 110
Starting 110
Brakes 115
Transmission operation 119
Vehicle loading 129
Trailer towing 131
Recreational towing 138
Roadside Emergencies 140
Hazard flasher switch 140
Fuel pump shut-off switch 140
Fuses and relays 141
Overheating 151
Changing tires 152
Jump starting 158
Wrecker towing 164
Customer Assistance 165
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 175
Cleaning 176
Repairing paint chips 177
Underbody preservation 181
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Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver's door is
opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and
the driver's door is opened.
GAUGES
Speedometer:Indicates the
current vehicle speed.
Engine coolant temperature
gauge:Indicates engine coolant
temperature. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will be in
the normal range (between ªHº and
ªCº).If it enters the red section,
the engine is overheating. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, switch off the engine
and let the engine cool.
Refer toEngine coolantin theMaintenance and specifications
chapter.
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Instrument Cluster
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4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
WARNING: Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel
as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden
stop.
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR
CONDITIONING SYSTEM
1.Fan speed adjustment:
Controls the volume of air
circulated in the vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.
MAX A/C:Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents only.
A/C:Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument
panel vents only.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
OFF:Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.
OPERATING TIPS
²To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
²To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position.
Climate Controls
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WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle,
have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive
if you smell exhaust fumes.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
BRAKES
Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding
or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out
and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehicle
has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking,
the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician.
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
This vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noise
from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be
observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise
while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, wet or
snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle's
anti-lock brake system.
NOTE:The ABS performs a self-check after you start the engine and
begin to drive away.
A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test. This is normal. If
a malfunction is found, the ABS warning light will come on. If the vehicle
has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking,
the vehicle should be inspected by an authorized Mazda dealership.
The ABS operates by detecting the
onset of wheel lockup during brake
applications and compensates for
this tendency. The wheels are
prevented from locking even when
the brakes are firmly applied. The
accompanying illustration depicts
the advantage of an ABS equipped
vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABS
equipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking with loss of front braking
traction.
Driving
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
44 Ð Not used
45A Ð Wiper HI/LO relay
45B Ð Wiper park/run relay
46A Ð Fuel pump relay
46B Ð Trailer tow relay
47A Ð A/C clutch solenoid relay
47B Ð Front washer pump relay
48A Ð Fog lamps
48B Ð Fog lamp relay
51 Ð Not used
52 Ð Not used
53 Ð Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Diode
54 Ð Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
55 Ð Blower relay
56 Ð Starter relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses
OVERHEATING
If the temperature gauge indicates overheating and you experience
power loss, you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is
probably too hot.
If this happens:
1. Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way.
2. Shift the automatic transmission into P (Park) or the manual
transmission into the neutral position, and apply the parking brake.
3. Turn off the air conditioner.
WARNING: Steam from an overheated engine is dangerous. The
escaping steam could seriously burn you. Open the hood ONLY
after steam is no longer escaping from the engine.
4. Check whether coolant or steam is escaping from under the hood or
from the engine compartment.
²If steam is coming from the engine compartment:do not go near
the front of the vehicle. Stop the engine, then turn the ignition switch
Roadside Emergencies
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6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be
in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient
temperature.
Low fluid level
Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid
level is at the bottom of the dipstick
and the ambient temperature is
above 10ÉC (50ÉF).
Correct fluid level
The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating
temperature 66ÉC-77ÉC (150ÉF-170ÉF) on a level surface. The normal
operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km (20
miles) of driving.
You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is
above 10ÉC (50ÉF). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfill
condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating
temperature.
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at normal operating
temperature (66ÉC-77ÉC
[150ÉF-170ÉF]).
The transmission fluid should be in
this range if at ambient temperature
(10ÉC-35ÉC [50ÉF-95ÉF]).
High fluid level
Fluid levels above the safe range
may result in transmission failure.
An overfill condition of transmission
fluid may cause shift and/or
engagement concerns and/or
possible damage.
High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition.
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of
fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the
Lubricant specificationssection in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications
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driving off road .......................126
electronic shift ........................125
indicator light .........................125
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................118
Fuel ............................................208
calculating fuel economy .......215
cap ...........................................211
capacity ...................................232
choosing the right fuel ...........212
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................218
detergent in fuel .....................214
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................208, 211, 215
filter, specifications ................214
fuel pump shut-off switch .....140
improving fuel economy ........215
octane rating ...................213, 236
quality ......................................213
running out of fuel .................214
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................208
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................208, 212±213
Fuses ..................................141±142
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Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............211
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................215
Gauges .........................................16
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................129
calculating ...............................131
definition .................................129
driving with a heavy load ......129
location ....................................129GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................129
calculating .......................129, 131
definition .................................129
driving with a heavy load ......129
location ....................................129
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Headlamps ...................................38
aiming ........................................39
bulb specifications ....................40
daytime running lights .............38
flash to pass ..............................39
high beam .................................39
replacing bulbs .........................41
turning on and off ....................38
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........35±36
Hood ..........................................191
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Ignition ...............................110, 236
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .......................97
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................219
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................180
cluster ................................12, 180
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................39
location of components ............12
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Jack ............................................152
positioning ...............................152
storage .............................152±154
Index
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