2006 MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES bulb

Replacing front park/turn side marker bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open the
hood.
2. Remove the screw from lamp
assembly.
3. Disengage lamp assembly by
pulling it straight forward. It has
a snap fit.
4. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove
from lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull bulb straight out
of socket and push in the new
bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
7. Align the lamp on the vehicle
and push to snap in place.
8. Install the screw on lamp assembly.
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Replacing stop lamp/tail lamp/sidemarker lamp/turn lamp/backup
lamp bulbs
These bulbs are located in the same
portion of the tail lamp assembly,
one just below the other. Follow the
same steps to replace either bulb:
1. Open the tailgate to expose the
lamp assemblies.
2. Remove the four screws and the
lamp assembly from vehicle.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove
from lamp assembly.
4. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket and push in
the new bulb.
5. Install the bulb socket in lamp
assembly by turning clockwise.
6. Install the lamp assembly and
secure with four screws.
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Replacing fog lamp bulbs
WARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb
breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If
one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be
caused by the flying glass. If the glass portion of the bulb is
touched with bare hands, body oil could cause the bulb to
overheat and explode when lit. Never touch the glass portion of
the bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection
when handling or working around halogen bulbs.
WARNING: Children and Halogen Bulbs: Playing with a halogen
bulb is dangerous. Serious injuries could be caused by dropping
a halogen bulb or breaking in some other way. Always keep
halogen bulbs out of the reach of children.
NOTE: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.
1. Remove the bulb socket from
the fog lamp by turning
counterclockwise.
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the fog lamp
bulb.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the new fog lamp bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in the fog lamp turning clockwise.
Replacing high-mount brake lamp
To remove the brake lamp assembly:
1. Remove the two screws and
lamp assembly from vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from
lamp assembly by rotating it counterclockwise.
3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.
To install the brake lamp assembly:
1. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating clockwise.
2. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper
to locate the bulb socket.
2. Twist the socket
counterclockwise and remove.
3. Pull out the old bulb from
socket and push in the new
bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
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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 to remove
it.
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 clicks at least once.
Thecomes on 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
on, can activate the
indicator. 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.
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.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................144
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ..........................77
and child safety seats ..............80
description ................................77
disposal ......................................83
driver airbag ..............................81
indicator light ...........................82
operation ...................................81
passenger airbag .......................81
passenger deactivation
switch ........................................83
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................225
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................144–145
Audio system
6-CD in dash .............................23
Single CD ..................................20
Audio system
(see Radio) ................18, 20, 23, 27
Automatic transmission ............148
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................149
fluid, refill capacities ..............247
fluid, specification ..................251
Auxiliary power point .................48
Axle
lubricant specifications ..250–251
refill capacities ........................247
traction lok ..............................147
B
Battery .......................................223
acid, treating emergencies .....223jumping a disabled battery ....181
maintenance-free ....................223
servicing ..................................223
Bed extender ..............................54
BeltMinder ...................................72
Brakes ........................................144
anti-lock ...........................144–145
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............145
fluid, checking and adding ....242
fluid, refill capacities ..............247
fluid, specifications .........250–251
lubricant specifications ..250–251
parking ....................................146
shift interlock ..........................148
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................39
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....247
Cassette tape player ...................23
Cell phone warning ...................256
Changing a tire .........................171
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 .....................................101
tether anchorage hardware .....97
Chimes (warning) .......................16
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............198
instrument panel ....................201
interior .....................................202
interior trim ............................201
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Fuel ............................................231
calculating fuel economy .......235
cap ...........................................233
capacity ...................................247
choosing the right fuel ...........233
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................238
detergent in fuel .....................234
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................231, 233, 235
filter, specifications ................230
fuel pump shut-off switch .....160
improving fuel economy ........235
octane rating ...................234, 251
quality ......................................234
running out of fuel .................235
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................231
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......160
Fuses ..................................161–162
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............233
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................235
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................160
Headlamps ...................................35
aiming ........................................37
bulb specifications ....................39
daytime running lights .............36
flash to pass ..............................35
high beam .................................35
replacing bulbs .........................40
turning on and off ....................35Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........32–33
Hood ..........................................212
I
Ignition ...............................140, 251
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .......................93
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................240
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................201
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................36
location of components ............12
J
Jack ............................................171
positioning ...............................171
storage .....................171, 174–175
Jump-starting your vehicle ......181
K
Keys
positions of the ignition .........140
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
daytime running light ...............36
fog lamps ...................................36
headlamps .................................35
headlamps, flash to pass ..........35
instrument panel, dimming .....36
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interior lamps .....................39–40
replacing bulbs ....... 39–40, 43–46
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
LATCH anchors .........................101
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........145
Load limits .................................122
Loading instructions .................129
Lubricant specifications ...250–251
Lug nuts ....................................179
Lumbar support, seats ...............64
M
Manual transmission .................151
fluid capacities ........................247
lubricant specifications ..........251
reverse .....................................152
Mirrors .........................................50
fold away ...................................50
side view mirrors (power) .......50
Motorcraft parts ........................230
O
Octane rating ............................234
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................217
Overdrive .....................................53
Overheating ...............................180
P
Parking brake ............................146
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................165
Power door locks ........................56Power mirrors .............................50
Power point .................................48
Power steering ..........................147
fluid, checking and adding ....241
fluid, refill capacity ................247
fluid, specifications .........250–251
Power Windows ...........................49
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................147
R
Radio ..........................18, 20, 23, 27
Single CD ..................................20
Relays ........................................161
Remote entry system .................57
illuminated entry ......................60
locking/unlocking doors .....56–57
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............76
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ............65, 67–71
Safety restraints ..............65, 67–71
belt minder ...............................72
extension assembly ..................72
for adults .............................67–70
for children .........................88–89
safety belt maintenance ...........76
warning light and chime ..........72
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................101
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................97
Safety seats for children ............93
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................253
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