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Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
SignalWarning/Indicator Lights Page
Brake System Warning Light 5-40
Charging System Warning Light5-41
Check Engine Light5-42
ABS Warning Light5-40
Air Bag/Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light5-42
Low Fuel Warning Light5-43
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep5-43
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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.
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.
qElectronic Brake Force
Distribution System Warningí
If the electronic brake force distribution
control unit determines that some
components are operating incorrectly, the
control unit may turn the brake system
warning light and the ABS warning light
on at the same time. The problem is likely
to be an electronic brake force distribution
system.
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, have
the vehicle towed to 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.
Driving Your Mazda
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CAUTION
Don't continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated because the engine could
stop unexpectedly.
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.
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.
q Air 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.
A system malfunction is indicated when
the warning light constantly flashes,
constantly illuminates or doesn't
illuminate at all when the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position. If any of
these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible. The system
may not work in an accident.
WARNING
Self-Servicing the Air Bag/
Pretensioner Systems:
Self-servicing or tampering with the
systems is dangerous. An air bag/
pretensioner could accidentally
activate or become disabled causing
serious injury or death. Never tamper
with the systems and always have an
Authorized Mazda Dealer perform all
servicing and repairs.
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Lighting Control
qHeadlights
To turn on the lights, turn the headlight
switch on the end of the control lever.
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lights
Dashboard
illumination Off On On
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery, don't
leave the lights on while the engine is
off unless safety requires them.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbsí
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights
have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a
bright white beam over a wide area.
WARNING
Xenon Fusion Bulb Replacement:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs by
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Do not replace the xenon
fusion bulbs by yourself. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when the
replacement is necessary.
NOTE
If the headlights flash, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted
and a replacement is necessary. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
q
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a continuous
beep sound will be heard when the
driver's door is opened.
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Accessory Socket
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
lDon't use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC 12 V, 10 A).
lDon't use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
lClose the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use.
lCorrectly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery, don't
use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
Windblocker
This windblocker reduces rear wind blast
into the cabin when driving with the
convertible top down.
To use the windblocker, lift it upright.
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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TiedownHook .......................................... 7-28
Tire Information ................................ 9-18
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-27 System error activation .............. 5-30
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-28
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-30
Tires Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-30
Replacement ............................... 8-32
Rotation ...................................... 8-31
Snow tires .................................. 4-10
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Tire chains .................................. 4-10
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-16
Tool ..................................................... 7-5
Tool Storage ........................................ 7-5
Towing Description ................................. 7-27
Emergency towing ..................... 7-27
Hook .......................................... 7-28
Recreational towing ................... 7-30
Trailer towing ............................. 4-13
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-23 TCS/DSC indicator light ............ 5-23
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-13
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-34
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-31 Inside trunk release lever ............ 3-34
Trunk Light ....................................... 6-39
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-54
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-39
V
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Light KEY Warning Light
(Red)/KEY Indicator Light
(Green) ....................................... 5-46
Warning Lights ................................. 5-38
ABS ............................................ 5-40
Air bag system ........................... 5-42
Automatic transmission .............. 5-44
Brake system .............................. 5-40
Charging system ......................... 5-41
Check engine .............................. 5-42
Door-ajar .................................... 5-44
Flat tire ....................................... 5-46
Low fuel ..................................... 5-43
Seat belt ...................................... 5-43
Seat belt pretensioner system ..... 5-42
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-45
Warranty .............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-22
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-33
Windblocker ...................................... 6-43
Windows Power windows .......................... 3-35
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-56
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-55 Blades replacement .................... 8-25
Winter Driving .................................... 4-9
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