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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:For intermittent
operation, move control down one
position.
Adjust the rotary control to the
desired speed setting.
For normal or low speed wiper
operation, move control down two
positions from OFF.
For high speed wiper operation,
move control down three positions
from OFF.
Mist function:To mist, push
control up from the OFF position
and release to get one wipe.
Windshield washer:To activate
the windshield washer, pull control
toward you. Release control to stop
washer fluid spray.
Driver Controls
Driver Controls
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer toRefill
capacitiesin this chapter.
WARNING: If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below
4.5É C (40É F), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection.
Failure to use washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold
weather could result in impaired windshield vision and increase
the risk of injury or accident.
NOTE:State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may
restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze
additive. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should
be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging
the vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the
windshield.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals for
checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into
the oil pan.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............191
instrument panel ....................193
interior .....................................194
interior trim ............................193
Mazda car care products .......195
plastic parts ............................192
washing ....................................190
waxing .....................................190
wheels ......................................191
wiper blades ............................193
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............44
Clock ......................................26, 39
Clutch
fluid ..................................227, 230
operation while driving ..........135
recommended shift speeds ....136
Console ........................................67
overhead ..............................58±59
Controls
power seat .................................82
Coolant
checking and adding ..............212
refill capacities ................216, 244
specifications ..........................246
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................63
Customer Assistance .......179±180,
183
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................48
Defrost
rear window ..............................47Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................228
engine oil .................................206
Door locks ...................................70
Driving under special
conditions ..................134, 141, 144
sand .........................................143
snow and ice ...........................145
through water .................143, 147
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................171
Emission control system ..........225
Engine ........................................247
cleaning ...................................191
coolant .....................................212
idle speed control ...................210
lubrication specifications .......246
refill capacities ........................244
service points ..................204±205
Engine block heater .................124
Engine oil ..................................206
checking and adding ..............206
dipstick ....................................206
filter, specifications ................209
recommendations ...................209
refill capacities ........................244
specifications ..........................246
Exhaust fumes ..........................124
F
Fluid capacities .........................244
Foglamps .....................................48
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
description ..............................139
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fluid, refill capacities ..............244
Turn signal ..................................50
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................247
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................249
Vehicle loading ..........................148
Ventilating your vehicle ...........125
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10Washer fluid ..............................206
Water, Driving through .............147
Windows
power .........................................61
rear wiper/washer .....................57
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....206
checking and cleaning ..............57
liftgate reservoir .....................206
operation ...................................56
replacing wiper blades .............58
Wrecker towing .........................177
Index
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