Passenger airbag off
indicator
(pg. 99)Hazard flasher control
(pg. 184)Audio system
(pg. 21)
Cigarette lighter*
(pg. 48)
Fog lamp control*
(pg. 35)Climate controls
(pg. 32)
Rear window defroster
control
(pg. 32)Auxiliary power point
(pg. 48)Air conditioning control
(pg. 32)
*if equipped
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1. Power point
2. Cupholders
3. Utility compartment
4. Ash cup (if equipped)
WARNING: Use only soft cups
in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
WARNING: Power outlets are
designed for accessory plugs
only. Do not insert any other
object in the power outlet as
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.
Cigarette/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.
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2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle
located in the center between the hood and the grille.
3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................164
Accessory delay ..........................50
Air cleaner filter ...............267, 269
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................32
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ..........................95, 104, 107
and child safety seats ..............97
description ................95, 104, 107
disposal ....................................111
driver airbag ..............97, 105, 108
indicator light .........104, 106, 110
operation ...................97, 105, 108
passenger airbag .......97, 105, 108
side airbag ...............................104
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................247
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................164
Anti-theft system ..................65, 68
arming the system ....................68
disarming a triggered system ..69
triggering ...................................69
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................264
fluid, checking ........................264
Automatic transmission ............168
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................169
fluid, refill capacities ..............269
Auxiliary power point .................48
Axle
refill capacities ........................269
B
Battery .......................................245acid, treating emergencies .....245
jumping a disabled battery ....204
maintenance-free ....................245
servicing ..................................245
BeltMinder ...................................90
Brakes ........................................163
anti-lock ...................................164
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................165
fluid, checking and adding ....264
fluid, refill capacities ..............269
parking ....................................165
shift interlock ..........................168
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ............................................39
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....269
Cargo area shade ........................56
Cell phone warning ...................276
Child safety restraints ..............111
child safety belts ....................111
Child safety seats ......................115
attaching with tether straps ..119
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............224
instrument panel ....................226
interior .....................................227
interior trim ............................227
Mazda car care products .......228
plastic parts ............................225
washing ....................................223
waxing .....................................223
wheels ......................................224
wiper blades ............................226
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............32
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