
mixtureof engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant
reservoir until the coolant level is at the“FULL COLD”level or within
the“COLD FILL RANGE”as listed on the reservoir (depending upon
application).
Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have
to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per month.
WARNING: To avoid scalding hot steam or coolant from being
released from the engine cooling system, never remove the
reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Failure to
follow this warning may result in damage to the engine’s cooling
system and possible severe personal injury.
If you must remove the coolant cap, follow these steps to avoid personal
injury:
1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the cap. Slowly
turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
Recycled engine coolant
Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Mazda
specification. Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet
Mazda specifications may harm engine and cooling system components.
Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner.
Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling and
disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toRefill capacitiesin this section.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
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counter-clockwise carefully to avoid being burned by hot steam.
When there is no steam, keep you face back as you carefully remove
the cap and then replenish the coolant to the full line.
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Replace the cap and see if the engine starts and runs normally and
drive it to a service place under reduced load and with the air
conditioning off. If it quickly goes into Limp to Safety mode again,
shut it down in a safe location and have the vehicle towed for
service.
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
WARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an
overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and
fire.
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel
filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait
until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others.
WARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap,
excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the
fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision,
which may result in possible personal injury.
WARNING: Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death
if misused or mishandled.
WARNING: Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene,
which is a cancer-causing agent.
Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:
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•Place approved fuel container on
the ground.
•DO NOT fill a fuel container while
it is in the vehicle (including the
cargo area/pickup bed).
•Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while
filling.
•DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill
position.
Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off
feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until it
stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it stops.
“Check Fuel Cap”illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON
position to ensure your bulb is working. When this light turns on, check
the fuel filler cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the Check Fuel
Cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon warning. When the
fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a
period of normal driving.It may take a long period of time for the
system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The warranty may be void
for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct
genuine Mazda fuel filler cap is not used.
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel
filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait
until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others.
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Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel. (Please note that
in the graphic XXXX is
representative of your vehicle
identification number.)
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if equipped).
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................146
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................76
and child safety seats ..............79
description ................................76
disposal ......................................82
driver air bag ............................80
indicator light ...........................82
operation ...................................80
passenger air bag .....................80
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................83
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................216
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................146–147
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................22
Single CD ..................................19
Audio system
(see Radio) ................18–19, 22, 26
Automatic dimming rear view
mirror ...........................................49
Automatic transmission ............150
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................151
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specification ..................245
Auxiliary power point .................48
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................244–245
refill capacities ........................241
traction lok ..............................149
B
Battery .......................................214acid, treating emergencies .....214
jumping a disabled battery ....172
maintenance-free ....................214
servicing ..................................214
Bed extender ..............................56
BeltMinder ...................................71
Brakes ........................................146
anti-lock ...........................146–147
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................147
fluid, checking and adding ....236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specifications .........244–245
lubricant
specifications ..................244–245
parking ....................................148
shift interlock ..........................150
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................39
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....241
Cassette tape player ...................22
Cell phone warning ...................249
Certification Label ....................247
Changing a tire .........................112
Child safety restraints ................89
child safety belts ......................89
Child safety seats ........................93
attaching with tether straps ....97
in front seat ..............................94
in rear seat ................................94
LATCH .....................................100
tether anchorage hardware .....97
Chimes (warning) .......................16
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............190
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instrument panel ....................193
interior .....................................193
interior trim ............................193
Mazda car care products .......194
plastic parts ............................192
washing ....................................189
waxing .....................................189
wheels ......................................190
wiper blades ............................192
Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................27
Single CD ..................................19
Clutch
fluid ..........................................237
operation while driving ..........153
recommended shift speeds ....154
Compass, electronic
calibration .................................51
set zone adjustment .................50
Compass/temperature display ...49
Console ........................................56
Coolant
checking and adding ..............216
refill capacities ................220, 241
specifications ..................244–245
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................52
Customer
Assistance ..................178–179, 181
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................35Dipstick
engine oil .................................209
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........244
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................240
Driving under special
conditions ..................155, 157–158
mud ..........................................158
sand .........................................158
snow and ice ...........................159
through water .................158–159
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................172
Emergency Flashers .................160
Emission control system ..........232
Engine ........................................246
cleaning ...................................190
coolant .....................................216
idle speed control ...................214
limp to safety cooling .............221
lubrication
specifications ..................244–245
refill capacities ........................241
service points ..................205–207
starting after a collision .........160
Engine block heater .................145
Engine oil ..................................209
checking and adding ..............209
dipstick ....................................209
filter, specifications ................213
recommendations ...................213
refill capacities ........................241
specifications ..................244–245
Exhaust fumes ..........................145
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....223
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L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................35
headlamps, flash to pass ..........36
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps .....................39–40
replacing bulbs ....... 39–40, 42–45
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
LATCH anchors .........................100
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........147
Limited slip axle
(see Traction-Lok) ....................149
Limp to Safety Cooling .............221
Load limits .................................126
Loading instructions .................131
Lubricant
specifications .....................244–245
Lug nuts ....................................116
Lumbar support, seats ...............63
M
Manual transmission .................153
fluid capacities ........................241
lubricant specifications ..........245
reverse .....................................154
Mirrors
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................49
fold away ...................................52
side view mirrors (power) .......52Motorcraft parts ........................229
O
Octane rating ............................227
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................209
Overdrive .....................................55
Overheating ...............................171
P
Parking brake ............................148
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................165
Power door locks ........................58
Power mirrors .............................52
Power point .................................48
Power steering ..........................149
fluid, checking and
adding ......................................235
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .........244–245
Power Windows ...........................48
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................149
R
Radio ..........................18–19, 22, 26
Single CD ..................................19
Relays ........................................161
Remote entry system .................59
illuminated entry ......................61
locking/unlocking doors .....58–59
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............75
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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................64, 66–67, 69
Safety defects, reporting ..........188
Safety restraints ..............64, 66–69
belt minder ...............................71
extension assembly ..................70
for adults .............................66–67
for children .........................88–89
safety belt maintenance ...........75
warning light and chime ..........71
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................100
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................97
Safety seats for children ............93
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............64
Seats ............................................62
child safety seats ......................93
Servicing your vehicle ..............203
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................18
AM/FM stereo CD .....................20
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....23
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................27
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs, specifications .......246
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................244–245
Speed control ..............................52
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......144
Starting your
vehicle ........................141–142, 144jump starting ..........................172
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................47
Stereo
Single CD ..................................19
T
Tether anchors ............................97
Tilt steering wheel ......................47
Tires ...........................106–107, 112
alignment ................................123
care ..........................................121
changing ..........................112–113
checking the pressure ............109
inspecting and inflating .........109
label .........................................121
replacing ..................................111
rotating ....................................124
safety practices .......................122
sidewall information ...............117
snow tires and chains ............125
spare tire .................................112
terminology .............................107
tire grades ...............................107
treadwear ........................106, 121
Towing .......................................131
recreational towing .................139
trailer towing ..........................131
wrecker ....................................177
Traction-lok rear axle ...............149
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................240
Transmission
automatic operation ...............150
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....150
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................239
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
lubricant specifications ..244–245
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