Black plate (306,1)
3. Turn the center section of the plastic
retainers counterclockwise and remove
them, and partially peel back the
mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signallights
(Sedan)
1. Pull the center section of the plastic
retainer and remove the retainers and
partially open the trunk side trim.
Removal
Installation
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Brake lights/Taillights
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Rear turn signal lights
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(5-Door)
1. Turn the knob and remove the cover.
Left side
Right side
2. Pull the strap and remove the cover.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Brake lights/Taillights
Rear turn signal lights
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5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Sport Wagon)
1. Turn the knob and remove the cover.
Left side
Right side
2. Pull the strap and remove the cover.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal lights
Brake lights/Taillights
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Reverse lights, Taillights
(Sedan)
1. Pull the center section of the plastic
retainer and remove the retainers, then
remove the trunk rear trim.
Installation Removal
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
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3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Reverse lights
Taillights
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
(5-Door/Sport Wagon)
1. Remove the cover.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Reverse lights
Taillights
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
High-mount brake light
(Sedan)
1. Remove the high-mount brake light
component.2. Detach the electrical connector from
the socket.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
(5-Door)
1. Remove the cover.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
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(Sport Wagon)
1. Remove the liftgate upper trim and
high-mount brake light component.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
License plate lights
1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the lens and
remove the lens by carefully prying on
the edge of the lens.2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
qReplacing Interior Light Bulbs
Overhead light/Map lights (Withoverhead console)
1. Remove the screws.
2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the trim and
gently insert it in the overhead light as
shown in the figure, and then remove
the overhead light unit.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
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4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Overhead light/Map lights (Withoutoverhead console)
1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the trim and
gently insert it in the overhead light as
shown in the figure, and then remove
the overhead light unit.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Courtesy lights, Vanity mirror lights,and Luggage compartment light
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
Edge Courtesy lights
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A
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-16
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-46
Ambient Temperature Display .......... 6-53
Antenna ............................................. 6-16
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-6
Warning light ............................... 5-7
Appearance Care ............................... 8-54
Audio System ................................... 6-16
Audio control switch .................. 6-45
Audio set .................................... 6-27
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-16
Safety certification ..................... 6-48
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips ................................ 5-17
Fluid ........................................... 8-24
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-13
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-12
Transaxle ranges ......................... 5-11
B
Battery
Emergency starting .................... 7-17
Maintenance ............................... 8-33
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep sounds
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-39
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-39
Seat belt warning beep ............... 5-39
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-6
After getting in ............................. 4-6
Before getting in .......................... 4-6
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-28
Bottle Holder ..................................... 6-55
Brake/Clutch
Fluid ........................................... 8-22
B
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-6
Foot brake .................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator ........................ 5-8
Parking brake ............................... 5-5
Warning light ............................... 5-6
Break-In Period ................................... 4-7
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-39
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-5
Cargo Securing Loops ...................... 6-58
Cargo Sub-Compartment .................. 6-59
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-17
Center Box ........................................ 6-56
Center Console .................................. 6-57
Child Restraint
Installing child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-33
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-41
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ... 3-11
Climate Control System ...................... 6-2
Gas specifications ...................... 10-6
Clock ................................................. 6-53
Cruise Control ................................... 5-18
Cup Holder ........................................ 6-54
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-27
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-41
Defroster
Rear window .............................. 5-45
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Headlights
Control ....................................... 5-40
Flashing ...................................... 5-41
High-low beam .......................... 5-41
Leveling ..................................... 5-41
On reminder ............................... 5-40
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-47
Hood Release .................................... 3-32
Horn .................................................. 5-46
I
Ignition
Keys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-49
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-35
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-29
Cruise Main ................................ 5-38
Cruise set .................................... 5-38
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-37
Security ...................................... 5-36
Shift position .............................. 5-37
TCS ............................................ 5-37
TCS OFF .................................... 5-38
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-39
Information Display .......................... 6-52
Ambient temperature display ..... 6-53
Audio display ............................. 6-54
Climate control display .............. 6-54
Clock .......................................... 6-53
Information display functions .... 6-52
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-22
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-24
Interior Care ...................................... 8-59
Interior Lights ................................... 6-49
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-18
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-42
Liftgate .............................................. 3-14
Luggage compartment cover ...... 3-15
Luggage compartment net .......... 3-17
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-39
Specifications ............................. 10-7
Lighting Control ............................... 5-40
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-51
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.... 5-10
Map Lights ........................................ 6-50
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-40
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-41
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
Moonroof .......................................... 3-33
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