2004 MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK window

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Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
5Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Starting and Driving
..................................................................... 5-2
Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2
Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-3
Brake System ............................................................................. 5-4
Manual Transaxle Operation ..................................................... 5-9
Automatic Transaxle Controls ................................................. 5-10
Power Steering ......................................................................... 5-17
Cruise Control* ....................................................................... 5-18
Tire Pressure Monitoring System* .......................................... 5-22
Instrument Cluster and Indicators
............................................ 5-26
Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-26
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
............................ 5-31
Warning/Indicator Lights ......................................................... 5-31
Beep Sounds ............................................................................ 5-42
Switches and Controls
................................................................. 5-44
Lighting Control ...................................................................... 5-44
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-47
Fog Lights* .............................................................................. 5-48
Windshield Wipers and Washer ............................................... 5-48
Rear Window Wiper and Washer (5 Door) .............................. 5-51
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-52
Horn ......................................................................................... 5-53
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-53
*Some models.
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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Windshield Washer
Pull the lever toward you and hold it to
spray washer fluid.
If the washer doesn’t work, inspect the
fluid level (page 8-21). If it’s OK, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.

Rear Window Wiper
Turn the wiper on by turning the rear
wiper/washer switch.
ON
— Normal
INT
— Intermittent

Rear Window Washer
To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/
washer switch to the position. After the
switch is released, the washer will stop.
If the washer doesn’t work, inspect the
fluid level (page 8-21). If it’s OK and the
washer still doesn’t work, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT
(Type A)/AUTO (Type B) position, the
wipers will operate continuously until
the lever is released.
Rear Window Wiper and
Washer (5 Door)
NOTE
There are two washer positions: up and
down. In the down washer position, the
wiper will not be activated.
Rear wiper/washer switch
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Switches and Controls
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The rear window defroster clears frost,
fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defroster. The rear window
defroster operates for about 10—15
minutes and turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates during
operation.
To turn off the rear window defroster
before the 10—15 minutes has elapsed,
press the switch again.
Rear Window Defroster
Don’t use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of the rear window
surface. They may damage the
defroster grid inside the window.
Indicator light
CAUTION
NOTE
This defroster is not designed for
melting snow. If there is an
accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the
defroster.
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Interior Comfort
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
Climate Control System

Operating the Climate Control
System
Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.

Clearing the Air Inlet
Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow
and ice from the hood and the air inlet in
the cowling grille to improve the system
efficiency.

Foggy Windows
The windows may fog up easily in humid
weather. Use the climate control system to
defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the air
conditioner to dehumidify the air.

Outside/Recirculated Air
Position
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
should be used only when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.

Parking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the climate control system.

Not Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes
at least once a month to keep internal
parts lubricated.

Check the Refrigerant before the
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
The air conditioner is filled with
HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will
not damage the ozone layer.
If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant
or has a malfunction, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Operating Tips
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the control
dial on for a long period of time when
the engine is not running.
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Control Switches
Temperature control dial
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.Fan control dial
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
0—Fan off
1—Low speed
2—Medium low speed
3—Medium high speed
4—High speed
Control Panel
Temperature control dial Fan control dial Mode selector dial
Air intake selector A/C Switch*Rear window
defroster switch
(page 5-52)
Hot
Cold
*Some models.
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

Heating
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
hot position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.

Cooling (With Air Conditioner)
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
cold position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
4. Turn on the air conditioner.
5. Adjust the fan control dial and
temperature control dial to maintain
maximum comfort.
The Recirculated Air Position:
Using the position in cold or
rainy weather will cause the windows
to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident. Do not use the
position in cold or rainy weather.
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).
•In the position, air conditioning
is automatically turned on to defrost
the windshield (however, the
indicator light does not illuminate)
and the position is
automatically selected.
WARNING
When using the air conditioner while
driving up long hills or in heavy traffic,
closely monitor the temperature gauge
(page 5-29).
The air conditioner may cause engine
overheating. If the gauge indicates
overheating, turn the air conditioner
off.
CAUTION
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I

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.
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Maintenance and Care
Scheduled Maintenance
Form No. 8S18-EA-03I
I
: Inspect: Inspect and clean, repair, adjust, or replace if necessary.
R
: Replace
T
: Tighten
*5:This is a full function check of electrical systems such as lights, wiper and washer systems (including wiper
blades), and power windows.
Maintenance
Interval
(Number of
months or
kilometers
(miles), whichever
comes first)Months 6 121824303642485460667278849096
×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160
×1000 miles6.25 12.518.752531.2537.543.755056.2562.568.757581.2587.593.75100
Power steering fluid, lines,
hoses and connectionsIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering operation and
linkageIIIIIIII
Manual transaxle oilR
Automatic transaxle fluid
level IIIIIIII
Front and rear suspension and
ball jointsIIII
Driveshaft dust bootsIIII
Exhaust system and heat
shieldsInspect every 80,000km (50,000miles)
Bolts and nuts on chassis and
bodyTTTTTTTT
All electrical system
*5IIIIIIII
Body condition (for rust,
corrosion and perforation)Inspect annually
Tires (including spare
tire)(with inflation pressure
adjustment)IIIIIIII
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