Seating and Safety Restraints 70
Seating 70
Safety restraints 78
Air bags 93
Child restraints 107
Tires, Wheels and Loading 119
Tire Information 122
Tire Inflation 123
Changing tires 126
Lug Nut Torque 135
Vehicle loading 145
Trailer towing 152
Recreational towing 157
Driving 158
Starting 158
Brakes 162
Transmission operation 167
Roadside Emergencies 183
Hazard flasher switch 183
Fuses and relays 184
Overheating 190
Jump starting 191
Wrecker towing 197
Customer Assistance 199
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 209
Cleaning 210
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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Protecting the
EnvironmentFasten Safety Belt
Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-Side
Passenger Airbag OffChild Seat
Child Seat Installation
WarningChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemBrake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum Based
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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3.CLOCK:Press and release
CLOCK to alternate between
the time and the audio display.
The clock can be set at any
time when the ignition switch is
in the ACC or ON position.
Press and hold CLOCK for approximately two seconds until a beep
sound is heard. The clock’s current time will flash. Press SCAN
adjust the hours. Press AUTO-M to adjust the minutes. Press CLOCK
again to start the clock.
NOTE:If the audio operation is selected while the clock mode is on, the
selected audio mode will be displayed for ten seconds, then the display
will revert to the clock mode.
NOTE:If 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.
NOTE:If the time is not adjusted while the clock’s current time is
flashing (if neither H nor M is pressed), and the clock control is pressed
a second time, the minutes will be set to 00. If the clock’s current time
setting is within the latter part of the hour (from 30 to 59 min), the hour
setting will automatically advance one hour.
4.Eject:Press to eject the CD.
5.SCAN/DISP/ESN/AUTO-M
SCAN:Press in radio or CD mode
for a brief sampling of all listenable
stations or of each CD track. Press
again to disable scan mode. If the
unit is left in scan mode, normal play will resume where scan was
selected.
DISP/ESN:
Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. This
enables you to view the song titles, artist, and further information. The kit
to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed
Satellite and instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.
AUTO-M:Auto memory tuning allows you to set strong radio stations
without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is
helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio
stations.
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Press the AM or FM1/2 control to select a frequency. Press and
momentarily hold the AUTO-M (Auto memory) control. The system will
beep. Press the AUTO-M (Auto memory) control to select from the
stored stations. One stored station will be selected and played each time
the control is pressed. The frequency and channel number will be
displayed.
NOTE:If no stations can be tuned after scanning operations, A will
appear in the display.
NOTE:If the power supply is interrupted, (fuse blows or the battery is
disconnected), the preset channels will be canceled.
6.TUNE:The TUNE control is a
multi-functional control which
works in radio and CD modes to
adjust the levels of bass, treble,
balance, fade and mid-range.
Press to select the desired
function. Turn to adjust the
desired levels. TUNE also works
in radio mode to manually increase or decrease the frequency.
7.Fast forward:In CD mode,
press and hold to advance
through a track at a high speed.
8.Rewind:In CD mode, press and
hold to reverse through a track
at a high speed.
9.PROG/RDM:Press during CD
play for a random selection of
songs. Press again to disengage
random play.
10.RPT:Press during CD play to
listen to a selection repeatedly.
RPT will illuminate in the
display and the current
selection will be repeated. Press
again to disengage repeat play.
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3.CLOCK:Press and release
CLOCK to alternate between
the time and the audio display.
The clock can be set at any
time when the ignition switch is
in the ACC or ON position.
Press and hold CLOCK for approximately two seconds until a beep
sound is heard. The clock’s current time will flash. Press SCAN
adjust the hours. Press AUTO-M to adjust the minutes. Press CLOCK
again to start the clock.
NOTE:If the audio operation is selected while the clock mode is on, the
selected audio mode will be displayed for ten seconds, then the display
will revert to the clock mode.
NOTE:If 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.
NOTE:If the time is not adjusted while the clock’s current time is
flashing (if neither H nor M is pressed), and the clock control is pressed
a second time, the minutes will be set to 00. If the clock’s current time
setting is within the latter part of the hour (from 30 to 59 min.), the
hour setting will automatically advance one hour.
4.Eject:Press to eject the CD.
5.SCAN/DISP/ESN/AUTO-M
SCAN:Press in radio or CD mode
for a brief sampling of all listenable
stations or of each CD track. Press
again to disable scan mode. If the
unit is left in scan mode, normal play will resume where scan was
selected.
DISP/ESN:Your radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability.
This enables you to view the song titles, artist, and further information.
The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer.
Detailed Satellite and instructions are included with the dealer installed
kit.
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AUTO-M:Press the FM/AM control to select auto memory tuning which
allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original
manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you
travel between cities with different radio stations.
Press the FM/AM control to select a frequency. Press and momentarily
hold the AUTO-M (Auto memory) control. The system will beep. Press
the AUTO-M (Auto memory) control to select from the stored stations.
One stored station will be selected and played each time the control is
pressed. The frequency and channel number will be displayed.
NOTE:If no stations can be tuned after scanning operations, A will
appear in the display.
NOTE:If the power supply is interrupted, (fuse blows or the battery is
disconnected), the preset channels will be canceled.
6.TUNE:The TUNE control is a
multi-functional control which
works in radio and CD modes to
adjust the levels of bass, treble,
balance, fade, mid-range and
beep (off/on). Press to select
the desired function. Turn to
adjust the desired levels. TUNE
also works in radio mode to manually increase or decrease the
frequency.
7.Fast forward:In CD mode,
press and hold to advance
through a track at a high speed.
8.Rewind:In CD mode, press and
hold to reverse through a track
at a high speed.
9.PROG/RDM:Press during CD
play for a random selection of
songs. Press again to disengage
random play. RDM will
illuminate in the display.
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AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
WARNING: Power outlets are
designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not insert any other
object in the power outlet for
this will damage the outlet and
blow the fuse. Do not hang any
type of accessory or accessory
bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not
covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located on the center console in front of the
gearshift.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power
point longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Cigar lighter (if equipped)
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.
Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.
Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.
POWER WINDOWS
WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows. They may
seriously injure themselves.
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WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the air bag module
including hands or feet. Placing objects on or over the air bag
inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the
air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air
Bag Supplemental Restraint Systems or its fuses. See your
authorized Mazda dealership.
WARNING: Modifications to the front end of the vehicle,
including frame, bumper, front end body structure, tow hooks,
and snow plows may affect the performance of the air bag
sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front
end of the vehicle.
WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance
of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Consult your
authorized Mazda dealership before installation of additional
equipment.
Children and air bags
For additional important safety
information, read all information on
safety restraints in this guide.
WARNING: Children must
always be properly restrained.
Accident statistics suggest that
children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear
seating positions than in the
front seating position. Failure
to follow these instructions
may increase the risk of injury
in a collision.
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