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4. To get the retractor into the automaticlocking mode, pull the shoulder belt
portion of the seat belt until the entire
length of the belt is out of the retractor.
5. Push the child-restraint system firmlyinto the vehicle seat. Be sure the belt
retracts as snugly as possible. Clicking
from the retractor will be heard during
retraction if the system is in the
automatic locking mode. If the belt
does not lock the seat down tight,
repeat this step.
NOTE
Inspect this function before each use of the
child-restraint system. You should not be able
to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor
while the system is in the automatic locking
mode. When you remove the child-restraint
system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return
the system to emergency locking mode before
occupants use the seat belts.
6. If your child-restraint system requiresthe use of a tether strap, refer to the
manufacturer's instructions to hook and
tighten the tether strap after raising the
head restraint (Second-row seats).
Anchor bracket location (Second-row
seats)
Marking
Tether strap position (Second-row
seats)
Tether strap
Anchor
bracket
Essential Safety Equipment
Child Restraint
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qFuel-Filler Lid
To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid
release.
Remote fuel-filler
lid release
NOTE
The fuel-filler lid cannot be opened when the
right-side sliding door is open. Close the
sliding door to open the fuel-filler lid.
qFuel-Filler Cap
To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it
counterclockwise.
To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it
clockwise until two or more clicks are
heard.
Open Close
CAUTION
Make sure the fuel-filler cap is
tightened securely. The check engine
light may illuminate when the cap
isn't tightened securely. If the light
remains on (even after you have
tightened the cap securely, driven,
and restarted the engine several
times), it may indicate a different
problem. Contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
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To cancel the illumination dimmer, rotate
the knob clockwise fully. You will hear a
beep sound and the illumination dimmer
will be canceled.
NOTE
If the dashboard illumination knob is kept at
the illumination dimmer cancel position, the
instrument cluster and the information display
will not dim when the headlight switch is
turned to the
orposition again.
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Manual Typeí
Temperature control dial Fan control dial Mode selector dialA/C switchAir intake selector
Some models.
qControl Switches
Temperature control dial
Cold Hot
This dial controls temperature. Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Fan control dial
This dial allows variable fan speeds.
0― Fan off
1 ― Low speed
2 ― Medium low speed
3 ― Medium high speed
4 ― High speed
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íSome models.
Climate Control System
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Temperature control dial
Without rear ventilation system
ColdHot
With rear ventilation system
ColdHot
This dial controls temperature.Turn it
clockwise for hot and counterclockwise
for cold.
Fan control dial
Without rear ventilation system
Slow
Fast
With rear ventilation system
Slow Fast
The fan has seven speeds. The selected
speed will be displayed.
Mode selector switch
The desired airflow mode can be selected
(page 6-4).
NOTE
lWith the airflow mode set toposition
and the temperature control dial set at a
medium temperature, heated air is directed
to the feet and a comparably lower air
temperature will flow through the central,
left and right vents.
lTo set the air vent to, press the
windshield defroster switch.
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Antenna
qDetachable Type
To remove the antenna, turn it
counterclockwise.
To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
Make sure the antenna is securely
installed.
Install
Remove
CAUTION
Ø To prevent damage to the
antenna, remove it before entering
a car wash facility or passing
beneath a low overhead clearance.
Ø Be careful around the antenna
when removing snow from the
roof. Otherwise the antenna could
be damaged.
NOTE
When leaving your vehicle unattended, we
recommend that you remove the antenna and
store it inside the vehicle.
Operating Tips for Audio
System
WARNING
Do not adjust the audio control
switches while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could
distract your attention from the
vehicle operation which could lead to
a serious accident. Always adjust the
audio while the vehicle is stopped.
Even if the audio control switches are
equipped on the steering wheel, learn
to use the switches without looking
down at them so that you can keep
your maximum attention on the road
while driving the vehicle.
CAUTION
For the purposes of safe driving,
adjust the audio volume to a level
that allows you to hear sounds
outside of the vehicle.
NOTE
lDo not use the audio for long periods of
time while the engine is off. Otherwise the
battery could go dead.
lIf a cellular phone or CB radio is used in
or near the vehicle, it could cause noise to
occur from the audio system, however, this
does not indicate that the system has been
damaged.
Interior Comfort
Audio System
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Information Display
ClockAudio display Climate control display/
Ambient temperature display
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qInformation Display Functions
The information display has the following functions:lClocklAmbient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display, Fully Automatic Type)lClimate Control Display (Fully Automatic Type)lAudio Display
qClock
When the ignition switch is in the ACC or
ON position, the time is displayed.
Time setting
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or
ON position.
2. Adjust the time using the time setting buttons (
,).
The hours advance while the time
setting button (
) is pressed.
The minutes advance while the time
setting button (
) is pressed.
Time resetting
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position.
2. Press the:00 button for 1.5 seconds or more. The displayed time flashes. 3. When the button is released, the time
will be reset as follows:
(Example)
12:01 ―12:29 →12:00
12:30 ―12:59 →1:00
NOTE
When the:00 button is released, the seconds
will start at “00 ”.
Switching between 12 and 24-hour
clock time
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or
ON position.
2. Press both time setting buttons (
,)
simultaneously for 1.5 seconds or
more.
3. “12h ”or “24h ”is displayed.
4. The selected clock time will be displayed within three seconds.
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Interior Equipment
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