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Audio sound adjustment
1. Press the audio control dial to select the
function. The selected function will be
indicated.
2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the
selected functions as follows:
* Depending on the mode selected, the
indication changes.BEEP setting
The beep-sound when operating the audio
system can be set on or off.
Indication Turn Left Turn Right
Decrease bass Increase bass
Decrease
mid-rangeIncrease
mid-range
Decrease
trebleIncrease
treble
Shift the
sound
to the frontShift the
sound
to the rear
Shift the
sound
to the leftShift the
sound
to the right
OFF ON
*
NOTE
About 5 seconds after selecting any
mode, the volume function will be
automatically selected. To reset bass,
mid-range, treble, fade and balance,
press the audio control dial for 2
seconds. The unit will beep and
"CLEAR" will be displayed.
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Exact hour adjustment
1. To set the exact hour, press the clock
button ( ) for about 2 seconds
until a beep is heard.
The clock’s current time will flash.
2. Press the clock button ( ) again
and the time will be adjusted as
follows:
(Example)
12:01—12:29
→12:00
12:30—12:59
→1:00
Changing the display mode
The display on the unit can be changed by
pressing the clock button ( ). This
alternates the display between clock mode
and normal mode. When the clock mode
has been selected, the time will be
displayed.
NOTE
•When the clock button ( ) is
released, the seconds are reset to
"00".
•If the power supply to the unit is
interrupted (if the fuse blows or the
vehicle’s battery is disconnected),
the clock will need to be reset.
NOTE
The displays when using the audio
differ in clock mode and normal mode.
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Operating the Radio
Radio ON
Press a band selector button ( ) to
turn the radio on.
Band selection
Successively pressing the band selector
button ( ) switches the bands as
follows: FM1
→FM2
→AM.
The selected mode will be indicated. If
FM stereo is being received, "ST" will be
displayed.Tu n i n g
The radio has the following tuning
methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
channel, and Auto memory tuning. The
easiest way to tune stations is to set them
on preset channels.
Manual tuning
Turning the manual tuning dial will
change the frequency higher or lower.
Band selector button Display
Channel preset buttons Manual tuning dialScan button
Seek tuning
buttonSatellite button*
*Used on vehicles equipped with the separately sold Sirius digital satellite radio unit.
For information on use, read the manual accompanying the Sirius unit.Auto memory
button/Electric
serial number
button*
NOTE
If the FM broadcast signal becomes
weak, reception automatically changes
from STEREO to MONO for reduced
noise, and the "ST" indicator will go
out.
NOTE
If the power supply is interrupted (fuse
blows or the battery is disconnected),
the preset channels will be canceled.
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Operating the In-Dash CD Changer*
Inserting the CD
The CD must be label-side up when
inserting. The auto-loading mechanism
will set the CD and begin play. There will
be a short lapse before play begins while
the player reads the digital signals on the
CD.
The disc number, the track number and
the elapsed play back time for the current
track will be displayed.
CD eject button
Fast-forward
button Scan
button
Track up
button
Track down
button
Disc down
button
Load button
Random button Repeat button
Disc up buttonReverse button
Power/Volume dial
DisplayCD slot
CD play button
Channel preset buttonsDisc-in indicator
NOTE
•When the clock is displayed, the
elapsed play back time will not be
displayed. To display the elapsed
play back time, turn the audio
control dial to the right. Turn the
dial to the left to return to the
previous display.
•A CD cannot be inserted while the
display reads "WAIT". A beeping
sound can be heard during this
waiting time. Simultaneously
pressing the power/volume dial and
the load button ( ) for about 2
seconds will turn this beeping sound
ON or OFF.
*Some models.
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Seek Switch
When listening to the radio
Press the seek switch ( , ) to recall
previously stored radio stations.
Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio
switches to the next/previous stored
station in the order that it was stored
(1~6).
Press the seek switch ( , ) for about 2
seconds until a beep is heard to seek a
higher or lower frequency automatically.When playing a cassette tape
Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it
will advance to the next selection.
Press the seek switch ( ), release, and it
will repeat the selection being played.
When playing a CD or MD
Press the seek switch ( ) to skip to the
next track.
Press the seek switch ( ) to repeat the
current track.
Mute Switch
Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute
audio, press it again to resume audio
output.
NOTE
Cassette tape, MD, CD and CD
changer modes cannot be selected in
the following cases:
•A cassette deck, MD, CD, or CD
changer are not equipped on the
audio system.
•A cassette tape, MD or CD have not
been inserted.
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Illuminated Entry System*
When the illuminated entry system
operates, the overhead light (switch is in
the DOOR position), the luggage
compartment light (switch is in the ON
position) and the courtesy lights turn on
for:
•About 30 seconds after the driver’s
door is unlocked and the ignition key is
removed.
•About 15 seconds after all doors are
closed.
•About 15 seconds after the key is
removed from the ignition with all
doors closed.
The light also turns off when:
•The ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and all doors are closed.
•The driver’s door is locked.
Overhead Lights
Front
Interior Lights
NOTE
If any door is left opened, the light
goes out after about 5 minutes.
The light turns on again when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, or when any door is opened
after all doors have been closed.
DOOR
OFF
Without moonroof
(with overhead console)
DOOR
OFF
Without moonroof
(without overhead console)
DOOR
OFF
With moonroof
*Some models.
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Luggage Compartment Light
Courtesy Lights
Turns on when any door is open or the
illuminated entry system is on.The ignition switch must be in the ACC or
ON position.
Press the lighter in and release it. When
ready for use, it automatically pops out.
OFF Light off
ON•
Light on when any door or the
liftgate is open
• (With illuminated entry
system)
Light on or off when the
illuminated entry system is on
OFFON
Courtesy
Light
Lighter*
•Don’t touch the metal part of the
lighter, you may burn yourself.
•Don’t hold the lighter in because it
will overheat.
•Don’t use the lighter socket for
plug-in accessories such as shavers
and coffee pots. They may damage
it or cause electrical failure. Use
only a genuine Mazda lighter or the
equivalent.
•If the lighter doesn’t pop out within
30 seconds, remove it to prevent
overheating.
CAUTION
*Some models.
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Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
Dashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They’ll damage and discolor
it. If these solutions get on the dashboard,
wipe them off immediately.
Cleaning the Upholstery and
Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leather*
Real leather isn’t uniform and may have
scars, scratches, and wrinkles. Clean it
with a leather cleaner or mild soap.
Wipe it with a damp
soft cloth; then dry
and buff it with a dry
soft cloth.
Fabric*
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean it with a mild soap solution good
for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh
spots immediately with a fabric spot
cleaner.To keep the fabric looking clean and
fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color
will be affected, it can be stained easily,
and its fire-resistance may be reduced.
Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt
We b b i n g
Clean the webbing with a mild soap
solution recommended for upholstery or
carpets. Follow instructions. Don’t bleach
or dye the webbing; this may weaken it.
After cleaning the belts, thoroughly dry
the belt webbing and make sure there is
no remaining moisture before retracting
them.
Interior Care
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discoloration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
CAUTION
Use only recommended cleaners and
procedures. Others may affect
appearance and fire-resistance.
Damaged Seat Belt:
Using damaged seat belts is
dangerous. In a collision, damaged
belts cannot provide adequate
protection. Have an Authorized
Mazda Dealer replace damaged belts
immediately.
CAUTION
WARNING
*Some models.
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