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Lighting Control/Turn Signals ........................................................................... page 5-38
Instrument Cluster .............................................................................................. page 5-23
Driver-side Air Bag ........................................................................................... page 2-43
Wiper and Washer Lever .................................................................................... page 5-40
Information Display ........................................................................................... page 6-46
Hazard Warning Flasher .................................................................................... page 5-44
Passenger-side Air Bag ...................................................................................... page 2-43
Glove Box ......................................................................................................... page 6-52
Power Door Locks ............................................................................................... page 3-8
Power Windows ................................................................................................. page 3-22
Hood .................................................................................................................. page 3-26
Tilt Wheel Release Lever ................................................................................... page 3-34
Ignition Switch .................................................................................................... page 5-2
Climate Control System ....................................................................................... page 6-2
Audio System .................................................................................................... page 6-16
Ashtray ............................................................................................................... page 6-49
Lighter ............................................................................................................... page 6-48
Shift Lever ........................................................................................................... page 5-8
Parking Brake ...................................................................................................... page 5-5
Trunk Release Button (Sedan) ........................................................................... page 3-19
Storage Pocket ................................................................................................... page 6-52
Center Console .................................................................................................. page 6-52
Cup Holder ........................................................................................................ page 6-50
Interior Lights .................................................................................................... page 6-43
Sunvisors ........................................................................................................... page 6-43
Map Lights ........................................................................................................ page 6-44
Rearview Mirror ................................................................................................ page 3-35
Vanity Mirrors ................................................................................................... page 6-43
Rear Seat .............................................................................................................. page 2-9
Seat Belt ............................................................................................................ page 2-16
Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats) ............................................................... page 2-2
Side Air Bags ..................................................................................................... page 2-43
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions ......................................... page 2-43
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Dashboard and Interior Overview
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Trunk Lid (Sedan) ............................................................................................. page 3-18
High-mount Brake Light ................................................................................... page 8-31
Antenna ............................................................................................................. page 6-16
Rear Window Defroster ..................................................................................... page 5-42
Power Windows ................................................................................................. page 3-22
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-27
Brake Lights ...................................................................................................... page 8-31
Rear Turn Signal Light ...................................................................................... page 8-31
Reverse Lights ................................................................................................... page 8-31
License Plate Lights ........................................................................................... page 8-31
Taillight .............................................................................................................. page 8-31
Hood .................................................................................................................. page 3-26
Windshield Wiper Blades .................................................................................. page 8-21
Front Turn Signal Light/Parking Light .............................................................. page 8-31
Rear Door Child Safety Locks ............................................................................. page 3-9
Fuel-filler Lid .................................................................................................... page 3-24
Keys ..................................................................................................................... page 3-2
Outside Mirrors ................................................................................................. page 3-34
Front Side-marker Lights ................................................................................... page 8-31
Headlights .......................................................................................................... page 8-31
Foglights ............................................................................................................ page 8-31
Moonroofí........................................................................................................ page 3-27
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Exterior Overview
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Liftgate (Wagon) ................................................................................................ page 3-12
High-mount Brake Light ................................................................................... page 8-31
Antenna ............................................................................................................. page 6-16
Rear Window Defroster ..................................................................................... page 5-42
Power Windows ................................................................................................. page 3-22
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-27
Brake Lights ...................................................................................................... page 8-31
Rear Turn Signal Light ...................................................................................... page 8-31
Reverse Lights ................................................................................................... page 8-31
License Plate Lights ........................................................................................... page 8-31
Taillight .............................................................................................................. page 8-31
Hood .................................................................................................................. page 3-26
Windshield Wiper Blades .................................................................................. page 8-21
Front Turn Signal Light/Parking Light .............................................................. page 8-31
Rear Door Child Safety Locks ............................................................................. page 3-9
Fuel-filler Lid .................................................................................................... page 3-24
Door and Keys ..................................................................................................... page 3-2
Outside Mirrors ................................................................................................. page 3-34
Front Side-marker Lights ................................................................................... page 8-31
Headlights .......................................................................................................... page 8-31
Foglights ............................................................................................................ page 8-31
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Exterior Overview
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Before Getting In
lBe sure the windows, outside mirrors,
and outside lights are clean.
lInspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.
lLook under the vehicle for any sign of
a leak.
lIf you plan to back up, make sure
nothing will be in your way.
NOTE
Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch
fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid
levels should be inspected. See
Maintenance, Section 8.
After Getting In
lAre all doors closed and locked?
lIs the seat adjusted properly?
lAre the inside and outside mirrors
adjusted?
lIs everyone's seat belt fastened?
lCheck all gauges.
lCheck all warning lights when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position.
lRelease the parking brake and make
sure the brake warning light goes off.
Always be thoroughly familiar with your
Mazda.
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Hazardous Driving
WARNING
Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces:
Downshifting into lower gear while
driving on slippery surfaces is
dangerous. The sudden change in tire
speed could cause the tires to skid.
This could lead to loss of vehicle
control and an accident. If it is
necessary to downshift on slippery
surfaces, be very careful.
When driving in water, mud, sand, or
similar hazard:
lBe cautious and allow extra distance
for braking.
lAvoid sudden braking and quick
steering.
lIf your vehicle is not equipped with
ABS, brake with the pedal by using a
light up-down motion. Don't hold the
pedal down constantly.
If your vehicle is equipped with ABS,
don't pump the brakes. Continue to
press down on the brake pedal.
lIf you get stuck, select a lower gear and
accelerate slowly. Don't spin the front
wheels.
lFor more traction in starting on
slippery surfaces, use sand, rock salt,
chains, carpeting, or other nonslip
material under the front wheels.
Rocking the Vehicle
WARNING
Spinning the Wheels:
When the vehicle is stuck, spinning
the wheels at high speed is dangerous.
The spinning tire could overheat and
explode. This could cause serious
injuries. Don't spin the wheels at more
than 56 km/h (35 mph), and don't
allow anyone to stand behind a wheel
when pushing the vehicle.
CAUTION
Too much rocking may cause engine
overheating, transaxle failure, and tire
damage.
If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand, or mud, depress the
accelerator slightly and slowly move the
shift lever from 1 (D) to R.
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Driving In Flooded Area
WARNING
Driving with Wet Brakes:
Driving with wet brakes is dangerous.
Increased stopping distance or the
vehicle pulling to one side when
braking could result in a serious
accident. Light braking will indicate
whether the brakes have been affected.
Dry the brakes by driving very slowly
and applying the brakes lightly until
brake performance returns to normal.
CAUTION
Make sure water does not enter the
vehicle interior or the engine area. The
vehicle interior could become wet or
the engine could be damaged.
Overloading
WARNING
Vehicle Load Weight:
The gross axle weight rating (GAWR)
and the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) of your vehicle are on the
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label
on the driver's door frame. Exceeding
these ratings can cause an accident or
vehicle damage. You can estimate the
weight of your load by weighing the
items (or people) before putting them
in the vehicle. Be careful not to
overload your vehicle.
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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 ..................................................... 5-8
Automatic Transaxle Controls ................................................ 5-10
Power Steering ........................................................................ 5-16
Cruise Control ......................................................................... 5-16
Traction Control System (TCS)
í........................................... 5-20
Instrument Cluster and Indicators ............................................ 5-23
Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-23
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ............................ 5-28
Warning/Indicator Lights ........................................................ 5-28
Beep Sounds ........................................................................... 5-37
Switches and Controls ................................................................ 5-38
Lighting Control ..................................................................... 5-38
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-39
Fog Lights
í............................................................................ 5-40
Windshield Wipers and Washer .............................................. 5-40
Rear Window Wiper and Washer
í......................................... 5-42
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-42
Horn ........................................................................................ 5-43
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-44
HomeLink Wireless Control System
í.................................... 5-44
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NOTE
If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the
steering wheel from side to side.
ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel unlocks and some
electrical accessories will operate.
ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The warning lights
(except brakes) should be inspected
before the engine is started (page 5-28).
NOTE
When the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position, the sound of the fuel
pump motor operating near the fuel
tank can be heard. This does not
indicate an abnormality.
START
The engine is started in this position. It
will crank until you release the key; then
it returns to the ON position. The brake
warning light can be checked after the
engine is started (page 5-28).
qIgnition Key Reminder
If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or
ACC position, a beep sound will be heard
when the driver's door is opened.
Starting the Engine
NOTE
Engine-starting is controlled by the
spark ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment
Standard requirements regulating the
impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
1. Occupants should fasten their seat
belts.
2. Make sure the parking brake is on.
3. Depress the brake pedal.
4.(Manual transaxle)
Depress the clutch pedal all the way
and shift into neutral.
Keep the pedal depressed while
cranking the engine.
(Automatic transaxle)
Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must
restart the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into neutral (N).
NOTE
(Manual transaxle)
The starter will not operate if the clutch
pedal isnotpushed down all the way.
(Automatic transaxle)
The starter will not operate if the shift
lever isnotin P or N.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the START
position and hold (up to 10 seconds at
a time) until the engine starts.
Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
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