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Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page
Brake System Warning Light 5-30
Charging System Warning Light 5-31
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5-31
Check Engine Light 5-31
ABS Warning Light 5-32
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-32
Low Fuel Warning Light 5-33
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qCharging System Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and turns off when the engine is
started.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving, it indicates a malfunction of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off
the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated.
qEngine Oil Pressure Warning
Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and turns off when the engine is
started.
This warning light indicates low engine
oil pressure.If the light illuminates while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-way.
2. Turn off the engine and inspect the
engine oil level (page 8-10). If it's low,
add oil.
3. Check the light.
If the light remains illuminated even after
you add oil, have your vehicle towed to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't run the engine if oil pressure is
low. It could result in extensive engine
damage.
qCheck Engine Light
If this light comes on while driving, the
vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving conditions
when the light came on and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The check engine light may come on in
the following cases:
lThe fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
lThe engine's electrical system has a
problem.
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Owner Maintenance Schedule
The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the
indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation.
Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service
technician as soon as possible.
qWhen Refueling
lBrake and clutch fluid level (page 8-15)
lEngine coolant level (page 8-12)
lEngine oil level (page 8-10)
lWasher fluid level (page 8-18)
qAt Least Monthly
Tire inflation pressures (page 8-28)
qAt Least Twice a Year (For Example, Every Spring and Fall)
lAutomatic transaxle fluid level (page 8-17)
lPower steering fluid level (page 8-16)
You can do the following scheduled maintenance items if you have some mechanical
ability and a few basic tools and if you closely follow the directions in this manual.
lAir filter (page 8-20)
lEngine coolant (page 8-12)
lEngine oil (page 8-11)
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Storage Compartments ...................... 6-51
Cargo securing loops .................. 6-53
Cargo sub-compartment ............. 6-54
Center box .................................. 6-52
Center console ............................ 6-52
Glove box ................................... 6-52
Overhead console ....................... 6-51
Storage box ................................ 6-53
Storage pocket ............................ 6-52
Storage Pocket .................................. 6-52
Sunshade ........................................... 3-28
Sunvisors .......................................... 6-43
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Tachometer ........................................ 5-25
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-29
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-32
Tires
Flat tire ......................................... 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-28
Replacement ............................... 8-29
Rotation ...................................... 8-28
Snow tires .................................... 4-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Tire chains .................................... 4-9
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-16
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing
Description ................................. 7-20
Emergency towing ..................... 7-20
Recreational towing ................... 7-21
Trailer towing ............................. 4-11
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Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-20
TCS indicator light ..................... 5-21
TCS OFF indicator light ............ 5-21
TCS OFF switch ........................ 5-21
Trailer Towing ................................... 4-11
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-24
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-18
Trunk Light ....................................... 3-20
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-39
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Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-43
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
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Warning Lights ................................. 5-28
ABS ............................................ 5-32
Air bag system ........................... 5-32
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-34
Brake system .............................. 5-30
Charging system ......................... 5-31
Check engine .............................. 5-31
Door-ajar .................................... 5-33
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-31
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-32
Low fuel ..................................... 5-33
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-33
Seat belt ...................................... 5-33
Warranty .............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-18
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-30
Windows
Power windows .......................... 3-22
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-41
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