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3. Install the new socket and bulbassembly in the reverse order of
removal.
NOTE
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.
Low-beam bulb
(Xenon fusion bulb)
You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by
yourself.
The bulbs must be replaced at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Halogen bulb)
1. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it to the rear.
2. Pull off the sealing cover. 3. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.
4. Swing the retaining spring out and
away to free the headlight bulb.
5. Carefully remove the socket and bulb assembly by pulling it straight back.
6. Remove the headlight bulb from the socket.
7. Install the new socket and bulbassembly in the reverse order of
removal.
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NOTElIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.
lWhen reinstalling the sealing cover, make
sure
faces up.
Replacing a fog light bulbsí
1. Remove the three screws under themudguard by turning them
counterclockwise, and partially open
the mudguard.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise, and carefully pull it
rearward. 3. Disconnect the socket and bulb
assembly from the electrical connector
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling it.
4. Install the new socket and bulbassembly in the reverse order of
removal.
NOTE
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.
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Front turn signal lights/Front side-
marker lights
1. Turn the center section of the plasticretainers counterclockwise and remove
them, then partially peel back the
mudguard.
Removal
Installation
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Remove the bulb by pushing it in slightly and turning it
counterclockwise.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal.
Side turn signal lights
1. Slide the unit as shown in the figure toremove it. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the unit.
3. Install the new side turn signal unit in
the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
Bulb replacement is not possible because it is
built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Brake lights/Taillights/Rear side-
marker lights, Rear turn signal lights,
Reverse lights
1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the rear
combination component and gently
insert it in the cover as shown in the
figure, and then remove the cover.
2. Turn the screws counterclockwise andremove them.
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3. Turn the socket and bulb assemblycounterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear turn signal
lights
Reverse lights
Brake lights/Tail
lights
Bulb type
Reverse lights Rear turn signal
lights
LED type
NOTE
The LED-type bulbs for the brake lights/
taillights/Rear side-marker lights cannot be
replaced by the customer. For bulb
replacement, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
High-mount brake light
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs should be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
License plate lights
1. Remove the liftgate cover.
2. Pull the socket and bulb assembly andremove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
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qReplacing Interior Light Bulbs
Overhead light/Map lights (Front)
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.
Overhead light (Rear)
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver witha soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with the
flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Luggage compartment light
1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the trim and
gently insert it in the luggage
compartment light as shown in the
figure, and then remove the luggage
compartment light unit.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
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3. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal.Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls don't
work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
qFuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the passenger's
side
If the electrical system does not work,
first inspect the fuses on the passenger's
side.
1. Turn off the ignition switch and other
switches.
2. Remove the cover.
CAUTION
Pulling the cover off sideways may
break the retaining tabs off.
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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 (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 combination light Bulb type
Reverse lights
18W16W (#921)
Rear turn signal lights 21WY21W (32CP)
Brake lights/Taillights
(Rear side-marker light) 21/5 W21/5W (#7443)
LED type
*1
Reverse lights 18W16W (#921)
Rear turn signal lights 21WY21W (32CP)
Brake lights 4.6―(― )
Taillights 0.4―(― )
Rear side-marker light 0.8 ―(― )
License plate lights 5T10 (―)
*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.
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A
Accessory Socket .............................. 6-74
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-17
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-39
Ambient Temperature Display .......... 6-66
Antenna ............................................. 6-17
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-7Warning light ............................... 5-8
Appearance Care ............................... 8-48
Audio System ................................... 6-17 Audio control switch .................. 6-38
Audio set .................................... 6-23
AUX mode ................................. 6-40
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-17
Safety certification ..................... 6-43
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 ............................... 8-29
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder ................. 5-44
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-44
Seat belt warning beep ............... 5-44
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep ............................................ 5-44
B
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Bluetooth Hands-Free ....................... 6-44 Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
Operation ................................... 6-48
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ........................................ 6-51
Hands-Free Telephone Setting .... 6-56
Safety certification ..................... 6-61
When the Bluetooth Hands-Free
cannot be used ............................ 6-60
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-25
Bottle Holder ..................................... 6-69
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................... 8-22
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-7
Brakes assist ................................. 5-9
Foot brake .................................... 5-5
Parking brake ............................... 5-6
Warning light ............................... 5-7
Break-In Period ................................... 4-6
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-35
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-4
Cargo Securing Loops ...................... 6-73
Cargo Sub-Compartment .................. 6-73
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-18
Center Console .................................. 6-70
Child Restraint
Child restraint precautions ......... 2-26
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-36
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