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Vehicle Loading
WARNING
Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle:Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to
tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle
damage.
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep
your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer.
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining
your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Safety
Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:
WARNING
Overloaded Vehicle: Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious
consequences in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's
suspension system can cause spring or shock absorber failure, brake failure,
handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the
distance required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail
completely, particularly on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a
combination of the size of the tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation
pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the
vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
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Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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GCW
GCW (Gross Combination Weight)is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the
weight of the fully loaded trailer.
GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the
vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can
handle without risking damage. (Important: The towing vehicle's braking system is rated
for operation at GVWR, not at GCWR. Separate functional brakes should be used for safe
control of towed vehicles and for trailers weighing more than 1,500 lbs). The GCW must
never exceed the GCWR.
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer
the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with only mandatory options, no cargo (internal or
external), a tongue load of 10 _
15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15 _
25%
(fifth-wheel trailer), and driver only (150 lbs). Consult your dealership (or the RV and
Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership) for more detailed information.
Tongue Load or Fifth-Wheel King Pin Weight refers to the amount of the weight that a
trailer pushes down on a trailer hitch.
Examples: For a 5000 lb conventional trailer, multiply 5000 by 0.10 and 0.15 to obtain a
proper tongue load range of 500 to 750 lbs. For an 11,500 lb fifth-wheel trailer, multiply by
0.15 and 0.25 to obtain a proper king pin load range of 1,725 to 2,875 lbs.
Customer Information
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Specifications
qEngine
Item Specification
Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder
Bore×Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in)
Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in)
Compression ratio 9.7
qElectrical System
Item Classification
Battery 12V-40AH/5HR, 12V-55AH/5HR
Spark-plug number L303 18 110
*1
Spark-plug gap1.25―1.35 mm (0.050 ―0.053 in)
*1 ex factory
CAUTION
When cleaning the iridium plugs, do not use a wire brush. The fine particulate
coating on the iridium alloy and platinum tips could be damaged.
q Lubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine oil Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page
8-18.
Manual transaxle oil Any temperature
API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10°C (50°F) API Service
GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® II)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
Headlights High beam 60 HB3 (HB3)
Low beam
Halogen 55 H7 (H7)
Xenon fusion 35 D2S (
―)
Front turn signal lights/Side-marker lights 27/8 ―(#1157NA)
Fog lights
í55 H11 (H11)
Side turn signal lights*15 WY5W (―)
High-mount brake light*12.4 ―(― )
Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W ( ―)
Brake lights/Taillights 21/5 W21/5W (#7743)
Reverse lights 18 W16W (#921)
License plate lights 5 W5W ( ―)
*1 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Interior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage ECE R
Luggage compartment light 8 ―
Overhead lights/Map lights (Front) 5 W5W
Overhead light (Rear) 10 ―
qTires
NOTE
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to
your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Check the tire pressure label for tire size and inflation pressure.
Refer to Tire Inflation Pressure on page 8-32.
Standard tire
Tire size Inflation pressure
Front Rear
P205/55R16 89H 230 kPa (34 psi)230 kPa (34 psi)
205/50R17 89V 230 kPa (34 psi)230 kPa (34 psi)
Temporary tire
Tire size Inflation pressure
T125/70D16 420 kPa (60 psi)
10-6íSome models.
Specifications
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Accessory Socket .............................. 6-56
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-16
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-39
Ambient Temperature Display .......... 6-49
Antenna ............................................. 6-15
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-7Warning light ............................... 5-7
Appearance Care ............................... 8-48
Audio System ................................... 6-15 Audio control switch .................. 6-42
Audio set .................................... 6-25
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-15
Safety certification ..................... 6-45
Automatic Transaxle Driving tips ................................ 5-16
Fluid ........................................... 8-23
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-13
Shift-lock override ..................... 5-13
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-13
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-12
B
BatteryEmergency starting .................... 7-15
Maintenance ............................... 8-30
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder ................. 5-42
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-42
Seat belt warning beep ............... 5-42
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep ............................................ 5-42
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5 After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
B
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-26
Bottle Holder ..................................... 6-52
Brake/Clutch
Fluid ........................................... 8-22
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-7
Brakes assist ................................. 5-8
Foot brake .................................... 5-4
Parking brake ............................... 5-5
Warning light ............................... 5-6
Break-In Period ................................... 4-6
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-36
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-4
Cargo Securing Loops ...................... 6-55
Cargo Sub-Compartment .................. 6-55
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-17
Center Console .................................. 6-53
Child Restraint Child restraint precautions ......... 2-26
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-36
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ... 3-10
Climate Control System ...................... 6-2 Gas specifications ...................... 10-5
Clock ................................................. 6-49
Cruise Control ................................... 5-18
Cup Holder ........................................ 6-50
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-30
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-46
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DefrosterRear window .............................. 5-51
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ......................................... 3-6
Driving In Flooded Area ..................... 4-9
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-6 Automatic transaxle ................... 5-16
Break-in period ............................ 4-6
Driving in flooded area ................ 4-9
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-7
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-6
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-7
Winter driving .............................. 4-8
E
Easy Closure ..................................... 3-11
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-15
Flooded engine ........................... 7-15
Jump-starting .............................. 7-16
Push-starting .............................. 7-19
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-20
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
Engine Coolant ....................................... 8-20
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-4
Hood release .............................. 3-16
Oil .............................................. 8-18
Overheating ................................ 7-13
Engine Compartment Overview ........ 8-17
Engine Coolant Overheating ................................ 7-13
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-29
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-4
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-50
F
Flasher
Hazard warning .......................... 5-53
Headlights .................................. 5-43
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing ...................................... 7-7
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-15
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-47 Front ........................................... 5-47
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-4
Front Seats .......................................... 2-2
Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-15
Gauge ......................................... 5-30
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-43
Panel description ........................ 8-45
Replacement ............................... 8-43
G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-52
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-53
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-43
Flashing ...................................... 5-45
High-low beam .......................... 5-45
Leveling ..................................... 5-45
On reminder ............................... 5-45
Hood Release .................................... 3-16
Horn .................................................. 5-52
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IgnitionKeys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-46
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-19
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-31 Cruise Main ................................ 5-41
Cruise set .................................... 5-41
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-40
Power steering malfunction ........ 5-41
Security ...................................... 5-40
Shift position .............................. 5-40
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-41
Information Display .......................... 6-48 Ambient temperature display ..... 6-49
Audio display ............................. 6-50
Climate control display .............. 6-50
Clock .......................................... 6-49
Information display functions .... 6-48
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-27
Interior Care ...................................... 8-53
Interior Lights ................................... 6-46
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-16
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-46
Liftgate .............................................. 3-11
L
Light Bulbs Replacement ............................... 8-36
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-43
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-47
M
Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-16
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-15
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 5-9 Recommendations for shifting ..... 5-9
Map Lights ........................................ 6-47
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-23
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-24
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
Moonroof .......................................... 3-17
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-28
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-23
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-47
Overheating ....................................... 7-13
Overloading ...................................... 4-10
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-48
Parking Brake ..................................... 5-5
Parking in an Emergency .................... 7-2
Power Door Locks .............................. 3-8
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-21System error activation .............. 5-24
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-22
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-25
Tires Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-32
Replacement ............................... 8-33
Rotation ...................................... 8-33
Snow tires .................................... 4-8
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Tire chains .................................... 4-8
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-18
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing Description ................................. 7-20
Emergency towing ..................... 7-20
Hook .......................................... 7-21
Recreational towing ................... 7-23
Trailer towing ............................. 4-11
Trailer Towing ................................... 4-11
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-28
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-46
U
Underseat Storage ............................. 6-53
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-46
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-31 ABS ............................................ 5-33
Air bag system ........................... 5-35
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-37
Brake system .............................. 5-33
Charging system ......................... 5-34
Check engine .............................. 5-35
Door-ajar .................................... 5-37
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-34
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-35
Low fuel ..................................... 5-36
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-37
Seat belt ...................................... 5-36
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-38
Warranty ............................................ 9-12
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-25
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-35
Windows Power windows .......................... 3-13
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-50
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-48 Blades replacement .................... 8-26
Winter Driving .................................... 4-8
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