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In this case, the ABS warning light comes
on at the same time (page 5-25).
WARNING
Brake Warning Light:
Driving with the brake system warning
light on is dangerous. It indicates that
your brakes may not work at all or
that they could completely fail at any
time. If this light remains on, after
checking that the parking brake is
fully released, have the brakes
inspected immediately. Don't drive
with this light on, and contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the
brakes inspected as soon as possible.
ABS Warning Light and Brake
Warning Light on at the Same Time:
Driving when the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
are on at the same time is dangerous.
When both lights are on, the rear
wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal
circumstances.
Don't drive with both lights on, and
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
to have the brakes inspected as soon
as possible.
qCharging System Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and turns off when the engine is
started.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving, it indicates a malfunction of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off
the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated.
qCheck Engine Light
If this light comes on while driving, the
vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving conditions
when the light came on and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
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The check engine light may come on in
the following cases:
lThe fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
lThe engine's electrical system has a
problem.
lThe emission control system has a
problem.
lThe fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on or
flashes continuously, do not drive at high
speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
qABS Warning Lightí
The warning light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition switch is turned
to the ON position.
If the ABS warning light stays on while
you're driving, the ABS control unit has
detected a system malfunction. If this
occurs, your brakes will function normally
as if the vehicle had no ABS.
Should this happen, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
WARNING
ABS Warning Light and Brake
Warning Light on at the Same Time:
Driving when the brake system
warning light and ABS warning light
are on at the same time is dangerous.
When both lights are on, the rear
wheels could lock more quickly in an
emergency stop than under normal
circumstances.
Don't drive with both lights on, and
contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
to have the brakes inspected as soon
as possible.
NOTE
When the engine is jump-started to
charge the battery, uneven rpm occurs
and the ABS warning light comes on.
This is due to a weak battery, not a
malfunction.
Recharge the battery.
qAir Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner
System Warning Light
If the air bag/seat belt pretensioner system
is normal, the warning light illuminates
when the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position or after the engine is cranked.
After about 6 seconds it goes out.
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Daytime Running Lights
(Canada)
In Canada, vehicles must be driven with
the headlights on during daytime
operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights
automatically turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position.
NOTE
The running lights go off when the
parking brake is applied.
Windshield Wipers and
Washer
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
WARNING
Frozen Washer Fluid:
Using windshield washer fluid without
anti-freeze protection in freezing
temperatures is dangerous. The
washer fluid could freeze on the
windshield and block your vision. You
could have an accident. Don't use the
washer without first warming the
windshield and never use plain tap
water.
NOTE
Because heavy ice and snow can jam
the wiper blades, the wiper motor is
protected from motor breakdown,
overheating and possible fire by a
circuit breaker. This mechanism will
automatically stop operation of the
blades, but only for about 5 minutes.
If this happens, turn off the wiper
switch and park off the right-of-way,
and remove the snow and ice.
After 5 minutes, turn on the switch and
the blades should operate normally. If
they don't resume functioning, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
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8Maintenance and Care
How to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2
Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2
Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (North America) ................................. 8-3
Scheduled Maintenance (Except North America) ..................... 8-8
Owner Maintenance .................................................................... 8-11
Owner Maintenance Schedule ................................................. 8-11
Owner Maintenance Precautions ............................................. 8-12
Engine Compartment Overview .............................................. 8-13
Engine Oil ............................................................................... 8-14
Engine Coolant ....................................................................... 8-17
Brake Fluid ............................................................................. 8-19
Clutch Fluid ............................................................................ 8-20
Power Steering Fluid ............................................................... 8-21
Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) ..................................... 8-22
Washer Fluid ........................................................................... 8-24
Body Lubrication .................................................................... 8-25
Air Filter .................................................................................. 8-25
Wiper Blades ........................................................................... 8-26
Battery ..................................................................................... 8-28
Tires ........................................................................................ 8-29
Light Bulbs ............................................................................. 8-33
Fuses ....................................................................................... 8-37
Appearance Care ........................................................................ 8-41
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage .................... 8-41
Exterior Care ........................................................................... 8-43
Interior Care ............................................................................ 8-47
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Light Bulbs
Overhead light
High-mount brake light
Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights
Reverse lights
Headlights
Some models.
License plate
lights/Trunk lights Side-marker lightsFog lights Front turn signal
lights/Parking lights
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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2. Remove the bulb by pushing it in
slightly and turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Side-marker lights
1. Remove the bolts with a Phillips
screwdriver and remove the side-
marker light unit.
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.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Reverse lights
1. Pull the center section of the plastic
retainer and remove the retainers and
remove the trunk end trim.
Removal
Installation
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Reverse lightsBrake lights/Taillights Rear turn signal lights
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
High-mount brake light
1. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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qFuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 HEAD 40A Headlights, Rear defroster, Auto antenna
2 FUEL INJ 30A Fuel injection
3 MAIN 100A For protection of all circuits
4 IG KEY 60A All ignition related circuits
5 BLOWER 30A Blower motor
6FAN30A
*1Cooling fan, Additional fan (air conditioner)
40A*2
7 BTN 1 30A Taillights, Dashboard illumination
8 BTN 2 20A Audio ampí, Turn signal lights
9 ABS 20A Antilock brake systemí
10 STOP 15A Brake lights, Horn, Shift lock
*1 MX-5/Miata
*2 MAZDASPEED MX-5
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Fuse panel (Driver's side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
1AD
FA N
*120AAdd fan motor, Magnet
clutch
2
HEAD.LH15A Headlights (LH)
3
HEAD.RH15A Headlights (RH)
4―― ―
5 ST.SIG 7.5AInstrument cluster, Cruise
control
í
6FAN*230ACooling fan, Additional fan
(air conditioner)
7 CIGAR 20A Cigar lighter
8 RADIO 10A Audio
í
9 F.FOG 15A Fog lightsí
10 TAIL 15ATaillights, Front parking
lights, Side-marker lights
11 ENGINE 15A Engine control system
12 METER 15A Instrument cluster
13 TURN 7.5A Turn signal lights
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
14 A/B 10ASupplemental restraint
system, Antilock brake
system
í
15 WIPER 20AWindshield wipers and
washer
16 P.WIND 30A Power windows
17 A/C 7.5A Air conditioner
í
18HAZARD10A Turn signal lights
19 D.LOCK 10A Power door lockí
20 AUDIO 20A Audio ampí
21 DEFOG 15A Rear defroster
22 ROOM 10AInterior light, Auto
antenna, Warning buzzers
*1 MX-5/Miata
*2 MAZDASPEED MX-5
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íSome models.
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