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Operating Tips
qOperating the Climate Control
System
Operate the climate control system with
the engine running.
NOTE
To prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the fan control
dial on for a long period of time with
the ignition switch in the ACC position
when the engine is not running.
qClearing the Air Inlet
Clear all obstructions like leaves, snow
and ice from the hood and the air inlet in
the cowl grille to improve the system
efficiency.
qFoggy Windows
The windows may fog up easily in humid
weather. Use the climate control system to
defog the windows.
To help defog the windows, operate the
air conditioner to dehumidify the air.
NOTE
The air conditioner may be used along
with the heater to dehumidify the air.
qOutside/Recirculated Air Position
Use the outside air position in normal
conditions. The recirculated air position
should be used only when driving on
dusty roads or for quick cooling of the
interior.
qParking in Direct Sunlight
If the vehicle has been parked in direct
sunlight during hot weather, open the
windows to let warm air escape, then run
the climate control system.
qNot Using for a Long Period
Run the air conditioner about 10 minutes
at least once a month to keep internal
parts lubricated.
qCheck the Refrigerant before the
Weather Gets Hot
Have the air conditioner checked before
the weather gets hot. Lack of refrigerant
may make the air conditioner less
efficient. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for refrigerant inspection.
The air conditioner is filled with
HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that will
not damage the ozone layer.
If the air conditioner is low on refrigerant
or has a malfunction, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qReplacement of the Cabin Air
Filter
If your vehicle is equipped with an air
filter for the air conditioner, it is necessary
to change the filter periodically as
indicated in scheduled maintenance (page
8-3). Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer for replacement of the cabin air
filter.
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Interior Comfort
Climate Control System
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qOperating Tips for CD Player/In-
Dash CD Changer
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the CD or
optical components (prism and lens) in the
CD player/changer may become clouded
with condensation. At this time, the CD
will eject immediately when placed in the
unit. A clouded CD can be corrected
simply by wiping it with a soft cloth.
Clouded optical components will clear
naturally in about an hour. Wait for
normal operation to return before
attempting to use the unit.
Handling the CD player/In-dash CD
changer
The following precautions should be
observed.
lDo not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
lDo not insert any objects, other than
CDs, into the slot.
lThe CD revolves at high speed within
the unit. Defective (cracked or badly
bent) CDs should never be used.
lDo not use non-conventional discs
such as heart-shaped, octagonal discs,
etc. The CD player/changer could be
damaged.
lA new CD may have rough edges on
its inner and outer perimeters. If a disc
with rough edges is used, proper
setting will not be possible and the CD
player/changer will not play the CD.
Remove the rough edges in advance by
using a ball-point pen or pencil as
shown below. To remove the rough
edges, rub the side of the pen or pencil
against the inner and outer perimeter of
the CD.
Interior Comfort
Audio System
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Engine Coolant
qInspecting Coolant Level
WARNING
Hot Engine:
A hot engine is dangerous. If the
engine has been running, parts of the
engine compartment can become very
hot. You could be burned. Carefully
inspect the engine coolant in the
coolant reservoir, but do not open it.
Do not use a match or live flame in the
engine compartment. DO NOT ADD
COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS
HOT.
Cooling Fan and Engine
Inspection:
Inspecting the engine with the ignition
switch in the ON position is
dangerous. The cooling fan could turn
on unexpectedly even when the engine
isn't running. You could be seriously
injured by the fan. Turn the ignition
switch off and remove the key from the
ignition switch when you inspect the
engine.
Cooling System Cap:
When the engine and radiator are hot,
scalding coolant and steam may shoot
out under pressure and cause serious
injury. Don't remove the cooling
system cap when the engine and
radiator are hot. Inspect the antifreeze protection and
coolant level in the coolant reservoir at
least once a year
―at the beginning of the
winter season ―and before traveling
where temperatures may drop below
freezing.
Inspect the condition and connections of
all cooling system and heater hoses.
Replace any that are swollen or
deteriorated.
The coolant should be at full in the
radiator and between the MAX and MIN
marks on the coolant reservoir when the
engine is cool.
If it's at or near MIN, add enough coolant
to the coolant reservoir to provide
freezing and corrosion protection and to
bring the level to MAX.
CAUTION
Radiator coolant will damage paint.
Rinse it off quickly if spilled.
If the coolant reservoir is empty or new
coolant is required frequently, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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qFuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
12 3
4 5 6
789
10
11
12
13 1415 16 17 18
19 20 21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30 31
32
33
34
35
36
DESCRIP-
TIONFUSERAT-ING PROTECTED
COMPONENT
1 FAN 40 A Cooling fan
2 P/ST 80 A EHPAS
3 BTN 40 A For protection of various
circuits
4 HEAD 40 A Headlights
5 PTC 80 A ―
6 GLOW 60 A ―
7 ABS 1 30 A ABS
í
8 ABS 2 20 A ABSí
9ENGINE30 A For protection of various
circuits
10―― ―
11 IG KEY 130 A Ignition switch
12 STARTER20 A Starter clutch
13 IG KEY 230 A Ignition switch
14―― ―
DESCRIP-
TIONFUSERAT-ING PROTECTED
COMPONENT
15 HEATER40 A Blower motor
16―― ―
17DEFOG 40 A Rear window defroster
18AUDIO 30 A Audio system
(BOSE Sound System-equip-
ped model)
19ABS IG 10 A ABSí
20FOG 15 A Fog lightsí
21HORN 15 A Horn
22―― ―
23 H/CLEAN20 A
―
24 F/PUMP15 A Fuel pump
25P/ST IG 10 A Power steering
26 A/C MAG10 A Air conditioner
27ALT 10 A ―
28―― ―
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Maintenance and Care
íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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DESCRIP-TIONFUSERAT-ING PROTECTED
COMPONENT
29―― ―
30 ENG +B10 A PCM
31ROOM 15 A Interior lights
32 ENG BAR
410 A O2heater
33ENG BAR
310 A O2heater
34EGI INJ 10 A Injector
35ENG BAR
110 A Air flow sensor
36ENG BAR
210 A EGR control valve
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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DESCRIP-TIONFUSERAT-ING PROTECTED
COMPONENT
64―― ―
65SAS 10 A Supplemental restraint system
66METER 10 A Instrument cluster,
Immobilizer system, Shift
lock system
67 IGNITION20 A ABSí, EHPAS
68WIPER 20 A Windshield wiper
69 ENGINE20 A
For protection of various
circuits
70IG SIG 10 A Auto wiperí
71SAS 2 7.5 A Supplemental restraint system
72―― ―
73―― ―
74SEAT
WARM20 A ―
75 D/LOCK 125 A Power door lock
76A/C 10 AAir conditioner, Heater
control unit
77 P/WIND L30 A Power window (LH)í
78 P/WIND R30 A Power window (RH)í
79BACK 10 A Reverse lights
80SUN
ROOF7.5 A Moonroofí
81TAIL L 7.5 A Taillights (LH), Parking lights
(LH)
82 ILLUMI7.5 A Illumination
83―― ―
84―― ―
85―― ―
86―― ―
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Unit
L US qt Imp qt
Engine oil With oil filter replacement 4.3 4.5 3.8
Without oil filter replacement 3.9 4.1 3.4
Coolant With heater 7.5 7.9 6.6
Without heater 6.9 7.3 6.1
Manual transaxle oil 2.87 3.03 2.53
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.2 7.6 6.3
Fuel tank 5514.5
(US gal) 12.1
(Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
q Dimensions
Item Model
4 Door 5 Door
Overall length (STD) 4,530 mm (178.3 in)
―
(SAP) 4,540 mm (178.7 in) 4,485 mm (176.6 in)
Overall width
*1,755 mm (69.1 in) 1,755 mm (69.1 in)
Overall height 1,465 mm (57.7 in)1,465 mm (57.7 in)
Front tread 1,530 mm (60.2 in)1,530 mm (60.2 in)
Rear tread 1,515 mm (59.6 in)1,515 mm (59.6 in)
Wheelbase 2,640 mm (103.9 in)2,640 mm (103.9 in)
* With side protector
q Weights
4 Door
2.0-liter engine
Item Weight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,702 kg (3,752 lb),
1,708 kg (3,765 lb)
*11,721 kg (3,794 lb),
1,727 kg (3,807 lb)*1
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front 904 kg (1,993 lb) 924 kg (2,037 lb)
Rear
798 kg (1,759 lb),
804 kg (1,772 lb)*1797 kg (1,757 lb),
803 kg (1,770 lb)*1
*1 P-ZEV
Specifications
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