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Meters and Gauges
(Black-out meter)
When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate.
Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-26
Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-26
Tachometer ........................................................................................................ page 5-28
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge .................................................................. page 5-28
Fuel Gauge ........................................................................................................ page 5-28
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button (Black-out meter) ............................ page 5-29
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qSpeedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of
the vehicle.
qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter Selector
The display mode can be changed
between trip meter A and trip meter B by
pressing the selector while one of them is
displayed. The selected mode will be
displayed.
Selector
Trip meter
Odometer
Odometer
OdometerTrip meter A
Press the selector
Press the selector Trip meter B
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NOTE
l(Standard meter)
The odometer and trip meter can be
displayed as follows even when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or
LOCK position.
lDisplays for 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the
ACC or LOCK position from the
ON position.
lDisplays for 10 minutes after the
driver's door is opened.
l(Black-out meter)
When the ignition switch is in the
ACC or LOCK position, the
odometer or trip meters cannot be
displayed, however, pressing the
selector button can inadvertently
switch the trip meters or reset them
during an approximate ten-minute
period in the following cases:
lAfter the ignition switch is turned
to the ACC or LOCK position
from the ON position.
lAfter the driver's door is opened.
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded in
trip meter A, and the other is recorded in
trip meter B.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.When trip meter A is selected, pressing
the selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
The trip meter records the total distance
the vehicle is driven until the meter is
again reset. Return it to“0.0”by holding
the selector depressed for more than 1
second. Use this meter to measure trip
distances and to compute fuel
consumption.
NOTE
lOnly the trip meters record tenths of
kilometers (miles).
lThe trip record will be erased when:
lThe power supply is interrupted
(blown fuse or the battery is
disconnected).
lThe vehicle is driven over 999.9
km (mile).
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Customer Assistance (Canada)
qSatisfaction Review Process
Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized
Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition. In
our experience, any questions, problems, or complaints regarding the operation of your
Mazda or any other general service transactions are most effectively resolved by your
dealer. If the cause of your dissatisfaction cannot adequately be addressed by normal
dealership procedures, we recommend that you take the following steps:
qSTEP 1: Contact the Mazda Dealer
Discuss the matter with a member of dealership management. If the Service Manager has
already reviewed your concerns, contact the owner of the dealership or its General
Manager.
qSTEP 2: Contact the Mazda Regional Office
If you feel that you still require assistance, ask the dealer Service Manager to arrange for
you to meet the local Mazda Service Representative. If more expedient, contact Mazda
Canada Inc.Regional Office nearest you for such arrangements. Regional Office address
and phone numbers are shown (page 9-6).
qSTEP 3: Contact the Mazda Customer Relations Department
If still not substantially satisfied, contact the Customer Relations Department, Mazda
Canada Inc., 55 Vogell Road, Richmond Hill, Ontario, L4B 3K5 Canada TEL:1 (800) 263-
4680.
Provide the Department with the following information:
1. Your name, address and telephone number
2. Year and model of vehicle
3. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Refer to the“Vehicle Identification Labels”page
of section 10 of this manual for the location of the VIN.
4. Purchase date
5. Present odometer reading
6. Your dealer's name and location
7. The nature of your problem and/or cause of dissatisfaction
The Department, in cooperation with the local Mazda Service Representative, will review
the case to determine if everything possible has been done to ensure your satisfaction.
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I
Ignition
Keys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-35
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-23
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-30
Cruise main ................................ 5-39
Cruise set .................................... 5-39
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-38
Power steering malfunction ........ 5-40
Security ...................................... 5-38
Shift position .............................. 5-39
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-40
Information Display .......................... 6-38
Audio display ............................. 6-39
Clock .......................................... 6-39
Information display functions .... 6-38
Inside Trunk Release Slide Lever ..... 3-15
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-25
Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select
Button ............................................... 5-29
Interior Care ...................................... 8-57
Interior Lights ................................... 6-35
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-15
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-45
L
Liftgate ................................................ 3-9
Luggage compartment ................ 3-11
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-35
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighter ............................................... 6-40
Lighting Control ............................... 5-42
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-37
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-11
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-10
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 5-8
Recommendations for shifting ..... 5-9
Map Lights ........................................ 6-36
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-28
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-29
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
Moonroof .......................................... 3-21
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-26
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-28
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-36
Overheating ....................................... 7-12
Overloading ...................................... 4-11
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-52
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