Black plate (205,1)
NOTE
If the battery is disconnected or a fuse is
replaced, the DSC will be inoperable. When
this happens, the TCS OFF indicator light
flashes and the TCS/DSC indicator light
illuminates.
To reactivate the DSC, perform the following
procedure with the battery connected.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.
2. Turn the steering clockwise fully, then turnit counterclockwise fully.
3. Make sure the TCS OFF indicator turns off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position, then turn it to the ON position
again.
5. Make sure the TCS/DSC indicator light turns off.
If the TCS/DSC indicator light and the TCS
OFF indicator light remain illuminated even
after turning the ignition switch to the ON
position, attempt the procedure again. If this
still does not work, consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
q Cruise Main Indicator Light
(Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator
Light (Green)
The indicator light has two colors.
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)
The indicator light illuminates amber
when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and
the cruise control system is activated.
Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
The indicator light illuminates green when
a cruising speed has been set.
qLight-On Indicator Light
This indicator light comes on when the
exterior lights and dashboard illumination
are on.
qTurn-Signal/Hazard Warning
Indicator Lights
When operating the turn signal lights, the
left or right turn signal indicator light
flashes to indicate which turn signal light
is operating (page 5-56).
When operating the hazard warning
lights, both turn signal indicator lights
flash (page 5-60).
NOTE
If an indicator light remains illuminated (does
not flash) or if it flashes abnormally, one of the
turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
qTurn Signal
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
Right turn
Left turn OFF
Right lane
change
Left lane
change
Green indicators on the dashboard show
which signal is working.
Lane-change signals
Move the lever slightly toward the
direction of the change ―until the
indicator flashes ―and hold it there. It
will return to the off position when
released.
NOTE
If an indicator light stays on without flashing
or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn
signal bulbs may be burned out.
Fog Lightsí
Use this switch to turn on the fog lights.
They help you to see as well as to be seen.
To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the
fog light switch to the
position.
The headlight switch must be in the
position to turn on the front fog lights.
Fog light switch
To turn them off, rotate the fog light
switch to the OFF position or turn the
headlight switch to the
or OFF
position.
NOTE
lThe fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beam.
l(With auto-light control)
If the fog light switch is in the ON position
and the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, the front fog lights will be turned
on when the headlights, the exterior lights
and dashboard illumination are
automatically turned on.
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íSome models.
Switches and Controls
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Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low beam)
Headlights (High beam)
High-mount brake light Fog lights
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
Some models.
License plate lights Brake lights/Taillights
Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Overhead light (Rear)
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Rear side marker lights
Reverse lights
Luggage compartment light
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Front side marker lights, Front turn
signal lights/Parking lights
1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.
2. If you are changing a bulb in the rightheadlight unit, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the right,
and turn off engine. If you are
changing a bulb in the left headlight
unit, turn the steering wheel to the left.
3. Turn the screws and the center section of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.
InstallationRemoval
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
Fog lightsí
1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.
2. If you are changing the right fog lightbulb, start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the right, and turn
off engine. If you are changing the left
fog light bulb, turn the steering wheel
to the left.
3. Turn the screws and the center section of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.
InstallationRemoval
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Maintenance and Care
íSome models.
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4. Disconnect the electrical connectorfrom the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector downward.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
Carefully remove the bulb from its
socket in the reflector by gently pulling
it straight backward out of the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse orderof removal.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
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.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Reverse lights, Rear side-marker
lights
1. Remove the cover.
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Rear side-maker light
Brake light/Taillight
Rear direction indication light
Reverse light
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE
To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
High-mount brake light
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs should be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
Headlights High beam
60HB3 (#9005)
Low beam Halogen
55H7 (H7)
Xenon fusion 35D2S (―)
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights 27/8―(#1157NA)
Front side-marker lights 5W5W (#168)
Fog lights
í55 H11 (H11)
High-mount brake light*12.4 ―(― )
Rear turn signal lights 21WY21W (―)
Brake lights/Taillights 21/5W21/5W (#7743)
Reverse lights 21W21W (#7440)
License plate lights 5W5W (#168)
Rear side-marker lights 5W5W (#168)
*1 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Interior light
Light bulb Category
Wattage ECE R
Overhead lights/Map lights (Front) 5W5W
Overhead light (Rear) 10―
Luggage compartment light 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 8-34.
Standard tire
(Except Mexico)
Tire size Inflation pressure
Front Rear
P235/60R18 102H 220 kPa (32 psi)220 kPa (32 psi)
10-6íSome models.
Specifications
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F
Fuses ................................................. 8-45Panel description ........................ 8-47
Replacement ............................... 8-45
G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-53
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-60
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-53
Flashing ...................................... 5-55
High-low beam .......................... 5-55
Leveling ..................................... 5-55
On reminder ............................... 5-54
Hood Release .................................... 3-39
Horn .................................................. 5-60
I
Ignition Keys ........................................... 3-20
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-47
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-46
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-48
I
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-38 Cruise ......................................... 5-51
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-49
Security ...................................... 5-49
Shift position .............................. 5-49
TCS OFF .................................... 5-50
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-50
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-51
Information Display .......................... 6-49 Ambient temperature display ..... 6-50
Audio display ............................. 6-51
Climate control display .............. 6-51
Clock .......................................... 6-50
Information display functions .... 6-49
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-33
Interior Care ...................................... 8-55
Interior Lights ................................... 6-47
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-14
K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-21
Keys .................................................. 3-20
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-56
Liftgate .............................................. 3-28
Luggage compartment ............... 3-29
Light Bulbs Replacement ............................... 8-39
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-53
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
11-4
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