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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 14
Warning and control lights 14
Gauges 19
Entertainment Systems 21
AM/FM stereo with single CD 21
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 25
Climate Controls 32
Manual heating and air conditioning 32
Lights 34
Headlamps 34
Turn signal control 37
Bulb replacement 39
Driver Controls 45
Windshield wiper/washer control 45
Steering wheel adjustment 46
Power windows 49
Mirrors 50
Traction control 51
Locks and Security 58
Keys 58
Locks 58
Anti-theft system 65
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Four wheel drive indicator (if
equipped):Illuminates when
ignition is first turned ON to check
bulb. Blinking indicator indicates
system has been disabled, refer to theDrivingchapter.
Note:If the light remains on, have the system serviced by an authorized
Mazda dealer.
Anti-theft system:Flashes when
the SecurilockPassive Anti-theft
System has been activated. Refer to
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft
systemin theLocks and Securitychapter.
Cruise control/Speed control:
Illuminates when the cruise
control/speed control is activated.
Turns off when the cruise control/speed control system is deactivated,
refer to theDriver Controlschapter.
Door ajar:Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON position and
any door, liftgate, or liftgate window
is open.
Turn signals:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Safety belt warning chime:
Sounds to remind you to fasten your
safety belts.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door
is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
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6. Without turning, carefully pull
bulb out of headlamp assembly.
Note:The bulb’s metal base gets
very hot during headlamp operation.
Be sure the bulb base is cool before
handling.
If the bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing
alcohol before being used.
7. Insert the glass end of the new
bulb into the headlamp assembly. When the bulb’s three metal tabs
are aligned with the grooves in the plastic base, push the bulb into
the lamp assembly until the bulb’s metal base contacts the plastic
base.
8. Rotate the retainer spring over the bulb’s metal base and secure it
on the bulb hooks.
9. Install rubber boot on the lamp assembly. Be sure to press firmly
around the perimeter of the boot and around the bulb to ensure the
proper seal of the bulb.
10. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the bulb until it
“snaps.”
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer.
Replacing side repeater bulbs
1. Turn the headlamp switch to
off.
2. Carefully pry the lamp assembly
away from the fender.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise to remove it
from the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s).
Replacing foglamp bulbs
For bulb replacement, see your authorized Mazda dealer.
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running out of fuel .................258
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................253
Fuses ..................................185–186
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............256
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................258
Gauges .........................................19
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................21
fuel gauge ..................................21
odometer ...................................21
tachometer ................................21
trip odometer ............................21
H
Hazard flashers .........................184
Head restraints .....................70, 74
Headlamps ...................................34
aiming ........................................36
bulb specifications ....................39
daytime running lights .............35
flash to pass ..............................34
high beam .................................34
replacing bulbs .........................40
turning on and off ....................34
Heating
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................32
Hood ..........................................236
I
Ignition ...............................159, 271
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................115Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................263
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................226
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................36
location of components ............14
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......204
K
Keys .............................................66
positions of the ignition .........159
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
cargo lamps ...............................36
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........34
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps .....................38–39
replacing bulbs .........................40
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................37
Liftgate ........................................55
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........165
Load limits .................................146
Loading instructions .................153
Locks
childproof ..................................60
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