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If the passenger air bag deactivation
switch is in the OFF position, the
indicator light remains on to warn that the
passenger air bag has been deactivated.
NOTE
Have the passenger air bag deactivation
switch inspected by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer if any of these conditions
occur:
lThe indicator doesn't come on when
the ignition switch is turned to the
ON position.
lThe indicator doesn't remain on
when the ignition switch is in the ON
position and the passenger air bag
deactivation switch is in the OFF
position.
lThe indicator remains on when the
ignition switch is in the ON position
and the passenger air bag
deactivation switch is in the ON
position.
qTo Deactivate The Passenger Air
Bag
WARNING
Leaving the Key in the Passenger Air
Bag Deactivation Switch:
Unintentional deactivation of the
passenger air bag is dangerous. In an
accident, the passenger will not be
properly protected. Serious injuries or
even death could occur. To avoid
unintentional deactivation, always use
the same key to operate the passenger
air bag deactivation switch and the
ignition switch, that way you won't
leave the key in the passenger air bag
deactivation switch.
1. Insert the key into the switch.
2. Turn the key clockwise until the key
points to OFF.
3. Remove the key.
4. Make sure the air bag deactivation
indicator light remains on when the
ignition is in the ON position.
The passenger air bag will remain
deactivated until the passenger air bag
deactivation switch is turned to the ON
position.
qTo Ready The Passenger Air Bag
1. Insert the key into the switch.
2. Turn the key counterclockwise until the
key points to ON.
3. Remove the key.
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qOpening and Closing the Trunk
WARNING
Open Trunk Lid and Children:
Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving
children in the vehicle with the keys is
dangerous. Children could open the
trunk lid and climb inside resulting in
possible injury or death from heat
exposure. Close the trunk lid and do
not allow children to play inside the
vehicle.
Unattended Children and Pets:
Leaving children or animals
unattended in a parked vehicle is
dangerous. Babies left sleeping and
kids who lock themselves in cars or
trunks can die very quickly from heat
prostration. Don't leave your children
or pets alone in a car at any time.
Don't leave the car or the trunk
unlocked. Always keep the car from
being a tempting place to play by
locking doors and the trunk, and
keeping the keys where children won't
play with them.
Opening the trunk lid with the key
Insert the key into the slot and turn it
clockwise.
Open
Opening the trunk lid with the
transmitter
The trunk lid can be opened by operating
the keyless entry system transmitter, refer
to Keyless Entry System (page 3-3).
Opening the trunk lid with the remote
release lever
The remote trunk lid release is mounted in
the center console.
To open the console, unlock it and pull
the release catch.
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To release the trunk lid, pull up on the
trunk lid release lever.
Closing the trunk lid
Use both hands to push the trunk lid down
until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it.
Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is
secure.
qRemote Trunk Lid Release Lock-
Out
The remote release may be canceled to
prevent anyone in the vehicle from
opening the trunk.
Close the trunk, insert the key, and turn it
counterclockwise, then return the key to
the center position and remove it.
To activate the remote release, insert the
key, turn it clockwise and open the trunk
lid at the same time.
NOTE
If the remote trunk lid release does not
work, insert the key and turn it
clockwise.
qTrunk Light
The trunk light is on when the lid is open
and off when it's closed.
NOTE
lTo prevent the battery from being
discharged, do not leave the trunk
open for a long period when the
engine is not running.
lThe trunk and license plate lights
share the same light bulbs.
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qFuel-Filler Cap
To remove the filler cap, turn it
counterclockwise.
To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise
until it clicks.
Open
Close
CAUTION
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is
tightened securely. The check engine
light may illuminate on when the cap
isn't tightened securely. If the light
remains on (even after you have
tightened the cap securely, driven, and
restarted the engine several times), it
may indicate a different problem.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer as
soon as possible.
Hood
WARNING
Closed and Securely Locked Hood:
A hood that is not closed and securely
locked is dangerous as it could fly
open while the vehicle is moving and
block the driver's vision which could
result in a serious accident. Always
check that the hood is closed and
securely locked.
qOpening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.
Release handle
2. Pull the hood latch up and lift the hood.
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Control Panel
A/C switchFan control dial
Rear window defroster switch
Temperature control dial Air intake selector Mode selector dial
Some models.
qControl Switches
Temperature control dial
Hot Cold
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Fan control dial
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
0―Fan off
1―Low speed
2―Medium low speed
3―Medium high speed
4―High speed
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Audio Set (Type A)í
CD Player In-dash CD Changer
Cassette Tape Player Mini Disc (MD) Player Illustration is of a representative audio unit.
Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-20
Clock ...................................................................................................................... page6-24
Operating the Radio ............................................................................................... page 6-26
Operating the Cassette Tape Player ........................................................................ page 6-28
Operating the Mini Disc (MD) Player .................................................................... page 6-32
Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player .............................................................. page 6-36
Operating the In-Dash CD Changer ....................................................................... page 6-38
Error Indications ..................................................................................................... page 6-41
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qClock
Display Clock button
Hour set
button
Minute set
button
Setting the time
The clock can be set at any time when the
ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
1. To adjust the time, press the clock
button (
) for about 2 seconds
until a beep is heard.
The clock's current time will flash.
NOTE
To select 12-hour or 24-hour clock
time, turn the audio control dial while
the clock display is flashing. After
selecting the desired display, press the
audio control dial to return to the
flashing clock display.2. To advance the hours, press the hour
set button (
). To advance the
minutes, press the minute set button
(
) while the time is flashing.
3. Press the clock button (
) again
to start the clock.
Exact hour adjustment
1. To set the exact hour, press the clock
button (
) for about 2 seconds
until a beep is heard.
The clock's current time will flash.
2. Press the clock button (
) again
and the time will be adjusted as
follows:
(Example)
12:01―12:29→12:00
12:30―12:59→1:00
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NOTE
lWhen the clock button ()is
released, the seconds are reset to
“00”.
lIf the power supply to the unit is
interrupted (if the fuse blows or the
vehicle's battery is disconnected), the
clock will need to be reset.
Changing the display mode
The display on the unit can be changed by
pressing the clock button (
). This
alternates the display between clock mode
and normal mode. When the clock mode
has been selected, the time will be
displayed.
NOTE
The displays when using the audio
differ in clock mode and normal mode.
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