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Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for“LT”type
tires
“LT ”type tires have some additional
information than those of “P”type
tires; these differences are
described below:
1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated
by the Tire and Rim Association
(T&RA), that is intended for
service on light trucks.
2. Load Range/Load Inflation
Limits: Indicates the tires
load-carrying capabilities and its
inflation limits.
3. Maximum Load Dual kg
(lbs.) at kPa (psi) cold:
Indicates the maximum load and
tire pressure when the tire is
used as a dual; a dual is defined as when four tires are put on the
rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle).
4. Maximum Load Single kg (lbs.) at kPa (psi) cold: Indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; a
single is defined as when two tires (total) are put on the rear axle.
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Information on“T”type tires
T145/80D16 is an example of a tire
size.
Note: The temporary tire size for
your vehicle may be different than
this example.
1. T:Indicates a type of tire,
designated by the Tire and Rim
Association (T&RA), that is
intended for temporary service
on cars, SUVs, minivans and
light trucks.
2. 145: Indicates the nominal
width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
3. 80: Indicates the aspect ratio
which gives the tires ratio of height to width. Numbers of 70 or
lower indicate a short sidewall.
4. D: Indicates a “diagonal”type tire.
R: Indicates a “radial”type tire.
5. 16: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.
Location of the tire label
You will find a tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and
other important information located on the B-Pillar or the driver ’s door.
TIRE CARE
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wear
abnormally. Here are some of the important maintenance items
Tire inflation pressure
Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare,
at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a
reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be
inaccurate.
SPARETIRE
TEMPORARYUSEONLY
INFLATETO60P.S.I.T
T145/80D16105M
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FluidMazda Part
NameApplication Capacity
Windshield
washer fluid Ultra-Clear
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll
2.6L (2.75
quarts)
1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. MERCON and MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT
mix MERCON and MERCONV. Refer to the service maintenance
section to determine the correct service interval.
2Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the
bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary
based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount
of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on
the dipstick’ s normal operating range.
4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. DO NOT MIX
different colors or types of coolant. DO NOT USE Mazda Extended Life
Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine coolant, in
this chapter.
5Traction-Lok axles use 2.2–2.4L (4.75–5.0 pints) of rear axle lubricant.
Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda
specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Service refill
capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4
inch to 9/16 inch) below the bottom of the filler hole.
6Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake
components are replaced. Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not
trigger the brake warning light are within the normal operating range,
there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal
operating range, the performance of your brake system could be
compromised, seek service from your local Mazda dealer immediately.
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3Do not mix different types or colors of engine coolant.
4Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake
components are replaced. Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not
trigger the brake warning light are within the normal operating range,
there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal
operating range, the performance of your brake system could be
compromised, seek service from your local Mazda dealer immediately.
ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS
Engine 2.3L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine
Cubic inches 138 182 245
Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6
Spark plug gap 1.04-1.19mm
(0.041-0.047
inch)1.07-1.17mm
(0.042-0.046
inch)1.3-1.4 mm
(0.052-0.056
inch)
Ignition system EDIS EDISEDIS
Compression
ratio 9.7:1
9.14:19.7:1
VEHICLE DIMENSIONS
Vehicle dimensions Regular Cab mm (in)SuperCab mm
(in)
(1) Overall length 4 786 (188.4) 5 168 (203.4)
(2) Overall width 1 785 (70.3) 1 785 (70.3)
(3) Overall height 4x2/4x4 1 651 (65.0) / 1 727 (68.0)1 651 (65.0) /
1 727 (68.0)
(4) Wheelbase 2 831 (111.4) 3 192 (125.7)
(5) Track - Front 1 486 (58.5) 1 485 (58.5)
(5) Track - Rear 1 455 (57.3) 1 455 (57.3)
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................110
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................78and child safety seats ..............80
description ................................78
disposal ......................................84
driver air bag ............................82
indicator light ...........................83
operation ...................................82
passenger air bag .....................82
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................84
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................202
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................110–111
Audio system 6-CD in dash .............................22
Single CD ..................................19
Audio system
(see Radio) ................18–19, 22, 26
Automatic dimming rear view
mirror ...........................................46
Automatic transmission ............114 driving an automatic
overdrive .................................115
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
fluid, specification ..................244
Auxiliary power point .................45
Axle lubricant
specifications ..................243–244
refill capacities ........................240
traction lok ..............................113
B
Battery .......................................200 acid, treating emergencies .....200
jumping a disabled battery ....156
maintenance-free ....................200
servicing ..................................200
Bed extender ..............................53
BeltMinder ...................................73
Brakes ........................................110 anti-lock ...........................110–111
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................111
fluid, checking and adding ....221
fluid, refill capacities ..............240
fluid, specifications .........243–244
lubricant
specifications ..................243–244
parking ....................................112
shift interlock ..........................114
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................36
C
Calculating load ........................127
Capacities for refilling fluids ....240
Cassette tape player .......19, 22, 26
Cell phone warning ...................247
Certification Label ....................246
Changing a tire ...................49, 149
Child safety restraints ................90 child safety belts ......................90
Child safety seats ........................93 attaching with tether straps ....98
in front seat ..............................95
in rear seat ................................95
LATCH .....................................102
tether anchorage hardware .....98
Chimes (warning) .......................16
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refill capacities ........................240
specifications ..................243–244
Exhaust fumes ..........................109
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....208
Fluid capacities .........................240
Foglamps .....................................34
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......119 driving off road .......................121
electronic shift ........................120
indicator light .........................120
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................113
Fuel ............................................208 calculating fuel economy .......214
cap ...........................................211
capacity ...................................240
choosing the right fuel ...........212
detergent in fuel .....................214
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................208, 211, 214
filter, specifications ................214
fuel pump shut-off switch .....137
improving fuel economy ........214
octane rating ...................212, 244
quality ......................................213
running out of fuel .................214
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................208
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................208, 212
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......137
Fuses ..................................138–139
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............211 Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................214
Gauges .........................................16
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................127
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) calculating ...............................127
H
Hazard flashers .........................137
Headlamps ...................................34 aiming ........................................35
bulb specifications ....................36
daytime running lights .............34
flash to pass ..............................35
high beam .................................35
replacing bulbs .........................37
turning on and off ....................34
Heating heating and air
conditioning system ...........31–32
Hood ..........................................188
I
Ignition ...............................105, 244
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .......................93
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................218
Instrument panel cleaning ...................................177
cluster ................................12, 177
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................35
location of components ............12
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J
Jack ............................................149positioning ...............................149
storage .............................149–151
Jump-starting your vehicle ......156
K
Keyless remote entry system -
see Remote entry system ...........55
Keys positions of the ignition .........105
L
Lamps bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................36
courtesy .....................................36
daytime running light ...............34
fog lamps ...................................34
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........35
instrument panel, dimming .....35
interior lamps .....................36–37
replacing
bulbs .................. 36–37, 39, 41–42
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................36
LATCH anchors .........................102
Lights, warning and indicator ....12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........111
Limited slip axle
(see Traction-Lok) ....................113
Limp to Safety Cooling .............206
Load limits .................................124
Loading instructions .................124
Lubricant specifications ...243–244 Lumbar support, seats ...............65
M
Manual transmission .................117
fluid capacities ........................240
lubricant specifications ..........244
reverse .....................................118
Mirrors automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................46
cleaning ...................................176
side view mirrors (power) .......49
Motorcraft parts ........................214
O
Octane rating ............................212
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................192
Overdrive .....................................52
Overheating ...............................148
P
Parking brake ............................112
Passive anti-theft system
(PATS) .........................................60
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................142
Power door locks ........................55
Power point .................................45
Power steering ..........................113 fluid, checking and adding ....219
fluid, refill capacity ................240
fluid, specifications .........243–244
Power Windows ...........................45
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................113
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R
Radio ..........................18–19, 22, 26
Single CD ..................................19
Relays ........................................138
Remote entry system ...........55–56 arming and disarming the
anti-theft system ......................57
illuminated entry ......................60
locking/unlocking doors .....55–56
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................58
replacing the batteries .............58
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............77
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................66, 68 –69, 71
Safety defects, reporting ..........172
Safety restraints ..............66, 68 –71
belt minder ...............................73
extension assembly ..................73
for adults .............................68–69
for children .........................89 –90
lap belt ......................................72
safety belt maintenance ...........77
warning light and chime ..........73
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................102
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................98
Safety seats for children ............93
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............66
Seats ............................................64 child safety seats ......................93 SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................60
Servicing your vehicle ..............187
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...................................149–150
Spark plugs, specifications .......244
Special notice ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................243–244
Speed control ..............................49
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......108
Starting your
vehicle ........................105 –106, 108
jump starting ..........................156
Steering wheel tilting .........................................44
Stereo Single CD ..................................19
T
Tether anchors ............................98
Tilt steering wheel ......................44
Tires ...........................149, 226–227 changing ..........149–150, 152, 156
snow tires and chains ............239
tire grades ...............................227
treadwear ................................227
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