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Interior Equipment (View A)
Door-lock knob .................................................................................................. page 3-26
Power door lock switch ..................................................................................... page 3-27
Power window lock switch ................................................................................ page 3-39
Power window switches .................................................................................... page 3-35
Outside mirror switch ........................................................................................ page 3-57
Headlight leveling switch .................................................................................. page 5-55
TCS-OFF switch ................................................................................................ page 5-22
Power liftgate switch ......................................................................................... page 3-30
Lighting control ................................................................................................. page 5-53
Turn and lane-change signal .............................................................................. page 5-56
Dashboard illumination knob ............................................................................ page 5-36
Instrument cluster .............................................................................................. page 5-33
Wiper and washer lever ..................................................................................... page 5-57
Ignition switch ..................................................................................................... page 5-2
Tilt wheel release lever ...................................................................................... page 3-57
Parking brake ....................................................................................................... page 5-5
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Interior Equipment (View C)
Overhead lights ................................................................................................ page 6-121
SRS air bags ...................................................................................................... page 2-50
Seat belt ............................................................................................................. page 2-18
Rear entertainment system ................................................................................. page 6-51
Center console ................................................................................................. page 6-128
Remote fuel-filler lid release ............................................................................. page 3-42
Cup holders ...................................................................................................... page 6-125
Sunvisor ........................................................................................................... page 6-120
Moonroof switches ............................................................................................ page 3-45
Overhead console ............................................................................................ page 6-127
Rearview mirror ................................................................................................. page 3-58
Vanity mirror .................................................................................................... page 6-120
Front seat ............................................................................................................. page 2-2
Climate control system (Rear) ........................................................................... page 6-14
Second-row seat ................................................................................................. page 2-11
Third-row seat ................................................................................................... page 2-16
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Rear
Liftgate .............................................................................................................. page 3-28
Rear wiper blade ................................................................................................ page 8-29
Rear window antenna ........................................................................................ page 6-17
Child safety lock ................................................................................................ page 3-28
Outside mirror .................................................................................................... page 3-57
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-33
Navigation System (if equipped) .......................................... Refer to the separate manual
Light bulbs ......................................................................................................... page 8-37
Rear view parking camera (if equipped) .............................. Refer to the separate manual
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3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2
Advanced Keysí...................................................................... 3-2
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-13
Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-16
Warning and Beep Sounds ...................................................... 3-16
Setting Change (Function Customization) .............................. 3-19
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated ............................ 3-20
Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-21
Keys ........................................................................................ 3-21
Keyless Entry System
í.......................................................... 3-22
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-25
Liftgate .................................................................................... 3-28
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-35
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-42
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-43
Moonroof
í............................................................................. 3-44
Security System ........................................................................... 3-50
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-50
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-52
Theft-Deterrent System
í........................................................ 3-55
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-57
Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-57
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-57
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Steering Wheel
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while
the vehicle is moving:
Adjusting the steering wheel while
the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Moving it can very easily cause the
driver to abruptly turn to the left or
right. This can lead to loss of control
or an accident.
qSteering Wheel Adjustment
To change the angle or length of the
steering wheel:
1. Stop the vehicle, pull down the lock
release lever under the steering
column.
Tilt wheel release
lever
2. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the
steering column length to the desired
positions, push the lever up to lock the
column.
3. Push the wheel up and down to be
certain it's locked before driving.
Mirrors
qOutside Mirrors
Check the mirror angles before driving.
Mirror type
Flat type (driver's side)
Flat surface mirror.
Convex type (front passenger side)
The mirror has single curvature on its
surface.
WARNING
Be sure to look over your shoulder
before changing lanes:
Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the
vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it appears.
Power mirror
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
To adjust:
1. Press the left or right side of the
selector switch to choose the left or
right side mirror.
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2. Depress the mirror switch in the
appropriate direction.
Outside mirrorSelector switch
Mirror switch
After adjusting the mirror, lock the control
by placing the selector switch in the
middle position.
Folding the mirror
Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is
flush with the vehicle.
WARNING
Always return the outside mirrors to
the driving position before you start
driving:
Driving with the outside mirrors
folded in is dangerous. Your rear view
will be restricted, and you could have
an accident.
Mirror defrosterí
To turn on the mirror defrosters, turn the
ignition switch to the ON position and
push the rear window defroster switch
(page 5-61).
qRearview Mirror
Rearview mirror adjustment
Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear
window.
Reducing glare from headlights
Adjust the mirror with the day/night lever
in the day position.
Push the lever forward for day driving.
Pull it back to reduce glare from
headlights.
Night DayDay/Night lever
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WARNING
Do not stack cargo or objects higher
than the seatbacks:
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror,
which might cause you to hit another
car when changing lanes.
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Before Getting In
lBe sure the windows, outside mirrors,
and outside lights are clean.
lInspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.
lLook under the vehicle for any sign of
fluid leaks.
lIf you plan to back up, make sure
nothing is in your way.
NOTE
Engine oil, engine coolant, brake fluid, washer
fluid, and other fluid levels should be
inspected. See Maintenance, Section 8.
After Getting In
lAre all doors closed and locked?lIs the seat adjusted properly?lAre the inside and outside mirrors
adjusted?
lIs everyone's seat belt fastened?lCheck all gauges.lCheck all warning lights when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position.
lRelease the parking brake and make
sure the brake warning light goes off.
Always be thoroughly familiar with your
Mazda.
Before Driving Your Mazda
Before Starting the Engine
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