2004 MAZDA MODEL MPV warning light

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Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H

TCS OFF Indicator Light*
This light comes on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position.
It goes off when the engine is started. It
also comes on when you switch off the
traction control system or when the
system has a malfunction.

Cruise Main Indicator Light*
This light comes on when the ON/OFF
switch is pressed and the cruise control
system is activated.

Cruise Set Indicator Light*
This light comes on when a cruising speed
is set.

Turn-Signal/Hazard Warning
Indicator Lights
When operating the turn-signal lights, the
left or right turn-signal indicator light
flashes to indicate which turn-signal light
is operating (page 5-35).
When operating the hazard warning
lights, both turn-signal indicator lights
flash (page 5-39).
NOTE
After starting the engine on very cold
days, the TCS OFF indicator will
remain on and TCS will not operate
until the engine is warm.
NOTE
If an indicator light remains
illuminated (does not flash) or if it
flashes abnormally, the turn signal bulb
may be burned out.
*Some models.
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Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H

Seat Belt Warning Beep
If the driver’s seat belt is not fastened
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position, a beep sound will be heard
for about 6 seconds.

Ignition 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.

Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep sound
will be heard when the driver’s door is
opened.

Power Sliding Door Beep*
The beep sound will be heard according to
the power sliding door operation.
If there is a malfunction in the power
sliding door system, a beep sound will be
heard continuously. If this happens, press
the power sliding doors main switch to the
OFF position and the beep sound will
stop. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer to have the power sliding doors
checked. Refer to Power Sliding Doors on
page 3-13.
Beep Sounds
*Some models.
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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
Use this switch to turn on the fog lights.
They help you to see as well as to be seen.
To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the
fog light switch to the position.
The headlight switch must be in the
position to turn on the front fog lights.
To turn them off, rotate the fog light
switch to the OFF position or turn the
headlight switch to the or OFF
position.The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
Fog Lights*
NOTE
The fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beam.
Fog light switch
Windshield Wipers and
Washer
Frozen Washer Fluid:
Using windshield washer fluid
without anti-freeze protection in
freezing temperatures is dangerous.
The washer fluid could freeze on the
windshield and block your vision. You
could have an accident. Don’t use the
washer without first warming the
windshield and never use plain tap
water.
NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can jam
the wiper blades, the wiper motor is
protected from motor breakdown,
overheating and possible fire by a
circuit breaker. This mechanism will
automatically stop operation of the
blades, but only for about 5 minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper
switch and park off the right-of-way,
and remove the snow and ice.
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and
the blades should operate normally. If
they don’t resume functioning, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible.
WARNING
*Some models.
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Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
To sound the horn, press around the
mark of the steering wheel.The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and
all four turn signals will flash at once.
HornHazard Warning Flasher
NOTE
•The turn signals don’t work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
•Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while
the vehicle is being towed. They
may forbid it.
Hazard warning flasher
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6-8
Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H

Ventilation
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
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.

Windshield Defrosting and
Defogging
1. Set the mode selector dial to the
position.
2. Set the temperature control dial to the
desired position.
3. Set the fan control dial to the desired
speed.
NOTE
•When maximum cooling is desired,
set the temperature control dial to
the extreme cold position and set
the air intake selector to the
position, then set the fan control dial
to position 4.
•If warmer air is desired at floor
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).
Foggy Windshield:
Using the position with the
temperature control set to the cold
position will cause the outside of the
glass to fog up. Your vision will be
hampered, which could lead to a
serious accident. Set the temperature
control to the hot or warm position
when using the position.
NOTE
•For maximum defrosting, set the
temperature control dial to the
extreme hot position and the fan
control dial to position 4.
•If warm air is desired at the floor,
set the mode selector dial to the
position.
•In the or position, air
conditioning is automatically turned
on to defrost the windshield quickly
(however, the indicator light does
not illuminate) and the
position is automatically selected.
The air intake selector switch
cannot be changed to the
position.
WARNING
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6-49
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H

Overhead Console*
This console box is designed to store a
garage door opener or other accessories.
Push and release to open.
To store the garage door opener:
1. Open the console box.2. Take out the urethane spacer.
3. Open the cap by pushing it from inside
the box.
4. Store the garage door opener by
adjusting the thickness with the
urethane spacers.

Eyeglass Holder*
Push the lid to open.
Storage Compartments
Open Storage Boxes:
Driving with the storage boxes open is
dangerous. To reduce the possibility
of injury in an accident or a sudden
stop, keep the storage boxes closed
when driving.
Don’t leave eyeglasses or lighters in
the storage boxes while parked under
the sun. A lighter could explode or the
plastic material in eyeglasses could
deform and crack from high
temperature.
WARNING
CAUTIONCap
*Some models.
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7-2
In Case of an Emergency
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and
all four turn signals will flash at once.
Parking in an Emergency
NOTE
•The turn signals don’t work when
the hazard warning lights are on.
•Check local regulations about the
use of hazard warning lights while
the vehicle is being towed. They
may forbid it.
Hazard warning flasher
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In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H

Jack
To remove the jack
1. Remove the cover.
2. Remove the tool bag.
3. Turn the wing bolt counterclockwise.To secure the jack
Perform the removal procedure in reverse.

Spare Tire
Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
The temporary spare tire is lighter and
smaller than a conventional tire, and is
designed only for emergency use and
should be used only for VERY short
periods. Temporary spares should
NEVER be used for long drives or
extended periods.
Tool bag
Wing bolt
Jack
Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire
on Ice or Snow:
Driving with a spare tire on the front
(driving) wheels on ice or snow is
dangerous. Handling will be affected.
You could lose control of the vehicle
and have an accident. Put the spare
tire on the rear axle and move a
regular tire to the front.
WARNING
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