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2. Detach the electrical connector fromthe unit by pulling it to the rear.
3. Install the new side turn signal unit in
the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
Bulb replacement is not possible
because it is built into the unit. Replace
the unit.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights (4 Door)
1. Pull the center of each plastic retainerand remove the retainers and the trunk
end trim.
Removal
Installation
2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and partially
open the trunk side trim.
Removal
Installation
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Brake lights/TaillightsRear turn signal lights
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Right side
2. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Reverse light
4 Door
1. Pull the center section of the plasticretainer and remove the retainers, then
remove the trunk rear trim.
Removal
Installation
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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5 Door
1. Remove the cover.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
High-mount brake light
4 Door
1. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers and the trunk
rear trim.
Removal
Installation
2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the socket.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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2. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Overhead light (Rear)
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver witha soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with the
flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
Edge
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Trunk light (4 Door)
1. Press both sides of the lens cap toremove it.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Luggage compartment light (5 Door)
1. Insert your finger as shown in thefigure and remove the unit.
2. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver witha soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with the
flathead screwdriver.
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Interior lightLight bulb Category
Wattage ECE R
Trunk light (Sedan)
5W5W
Luggage compartment light (Hatchback) ―
Overhead light/Map lights (Front)
íW5W
Overhead light (Rear) 10 ―
qTires
NOTE
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type
originally fitted to your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure. Refer to Tire Inflation
Pressure on page 8-32.
Standard tire Tire size Inflation pressure
Front Rear
195/65R15 91V 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm
2, 32 psi or lb/po2) 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2, 32 psi or lb/po2)
P195/65R15 89H 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2, 33 psi or lb/po2) 230 kPa (2.3 kgf/cm2, 33 psi or lb/po2)
205/55R16 91V
220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm
2, 32 psi or lb/po2) 220 kPa (2.2 kgf/cm2, 32 psi or lb/po2)
P205/55R16 89H
205/50R17 89V
P205/50R17 88V
Temporary spare tire Tire size Inflation pressure
T115/70D15 420 kPa (4.2 kgf/cm
2or bar, 60 psi)
T125/70D16
q Fuses
Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-47.
Specifications
10-7íSome models.
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IgnitionKeys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-38
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-24
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-32 Cruise main ................................ 5-42
Cruise set .................................... 5-42
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-41
Power steering malfunction ........ 5-42
Security ...................................... 5-41
Shift position .............................. 5-41
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-43
Information Display .......................... 6-41 Audio display ............................. 6-42
Clock .......................................... 6-42
Information display functions .... 6-41
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-15
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-27
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select
Button ............................................... 5-31
Interior Care ...................................... 8-59
Interior Lights ................................... 6-38
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-15
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-48
L
Liftgate .............................................. 3-10 Luggage compartment ................ 3-11
Light Bulbs Replacement ............................... 8-37
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighter ............................................... 6-43
Lighting Control ............................... 5-45
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-40
M
Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-12
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-11
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 5-9 Recommendations for shifting ..... 5-9
Map Lights ........................................ 6-39
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-29
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-30
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
Moonroof .......................................... 3-22
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-28
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-29
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-39
Overheating ....................................... 7-12
Overloading ...................................... 4-11
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-54
11-4
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TiresInflation pressure ........................ 8-32
Replacement ............................... 8-33
Rotation ...................................... 8-33
Snow tires .................................... 4-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Tire chains .................................. 4-10
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-16
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing Description ................................. 7-19
Emergency towing ..................... 7-19
Recreational towing ................... 7-22
Towing caravan and trailers
(Europe) ..................................... 4-12
Trailer towing ............................. 4-12
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-12
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-28
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-13
Trunk Light ....................................... 3-14
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-48
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-38
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-32 ABS ............................................ 5-34
Air bag system ........................... 5-37
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-39
Brake system .............................. 5-34
Charging system ......................... 5-35
Check engine .............................. 5-36
Door-ajar .................................... 5-38
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-36
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-37
Low fuel ..................................... 5-37
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-39
Seat belt ...................................... 5-37
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-39
Warranty .............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-23
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-35
Windows Power windows .......................... 3-17
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-52
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-50 Blades replacement .................... 8-26
Winter Driving .................................... 4-9
11-6
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