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Power door lock switch ..................................................................................... page 3-28
Outside mirror switch ........................................................................................ page 3-74
DSC OFF switch ............................................................................................... page 5-24
Passenger airbag deactivation switch ................................................................ page 2-32
Dashboard illumination ..................................................................................... page 5-38
Lighting control/Turn signals ............................................................................ page 5-54
Instrument cluster .............................................................................................. page 5-34
Air bags ............................................................................................................. page 2-28
Wiper and washer lever ..................................................................................... page 5-57
Cruise control switches ...................................................................................... page 5-19
Power retractable hardtop switches ................................................................... page 3-52
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................................................... page 5-59
Climate control system ........................................................................................ page 6-2
Audio system ....................................................................................................... page 6-9
Parking brake ....................................................................................................... page 5-6
Power window switches .................................................................................... page 3-33
MT shift lever .................................................................................................... page 5-10
AT shift lever (Sport AT) ................................................................................... page 5-12
Accessory socket ............................................................................................... page 6-44
Ignition switch ..................................................................................................... page 5-2
Tilt wheel release lever ...................................................................................... page 3-74
Audio control switch ......................................................................................... page 6-38
Fog light switch ................................................................................................. page 5-56
Hood release handle .......................................................................................... page 3-37
Trunk release button .......................................................................................... page 3-30
Fuse box ............................................................................................................ page 8-45
Seat belt ............................................................................................................... page 2-5
Seats ..................................................................................................................... page 2-2
Sunvisor ............................................................................................................. page 6-41
Rearview mirror ................................................................................................. page 3-75
Interior light ....................................................................................................... page 6-41
Vanity mirror ...................................................................................................... page 6-41
Glove box .......................................................................................................... page 6-43
Mesh Pocket ...................................................................................................... page 6-44
Cup holder ......................................................................................................... page 6-42
Bottle holder ...................................................................................................... page 6-42
Remote fuel-filler lid release ............................................................................. page 3-36
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Dashboard and Interior Overview
1-3The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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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 ................................ 3-2Advanced Keysí...................................................................... 3-2
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-14
Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-16
Warning and Beep Sounds ...................................................... 3-17
Setting Change (Function Customization) .............................. 3-19
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated ............................ 3-20
Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-21 Keys (without Advanced Key) ................................................ 3-21
Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)
í............ 3-22
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-26
Trunk Lid ................................................................................ 3-29
Inside Trunk Release Lever ..................................................... 3-32
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-33
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-36
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-37
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
í.................................................. 3-39
Detachable Hardtopí.............................................................. 3-44
Convertible Top (Power Retractable Hardtop)í..................... 3-52
Security System ........................................................................... 3-67 Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-67
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-69
Theft-Deterrent System
í........................................................ 3-72
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-74 Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-74
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-74
3-1íSome models.
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To retract the key, rotate it into the holder
while pressing the release button.Keyless Entry System (with
Retractable Type Key)
í
This system remotely locks and unlocks
the doors, and opens the power windows.
It can also help you signal for attention.
Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
CAUTION
To avoid damage to the transmitter,
do not:
ØDrop the transmitter.
Ø Get the transmitter wet.
Ø Disassemble the transmitter.
Ø Expose the transmitter to any kind
of magnetic field.
Ø Expose the transmitter to high
temperatures on places such as
the dashboard or hood, under
direct sunlight.
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íSome models.
Doors and Locks
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qFuel-Filler Cap
To remove the filler cap, turn it
counterclockwise.
To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise
until two or more clicks are heard.
Close
Open
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.
Hood
WARNING
Always check that the hood is closed
and securely locked:
A hood that is not closed and
securely locked is dangerous as it
could fly open while the vehicle is
moving and block the driver's vision
which could result in a serious
accident.
qOpening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.
Release handle
2. Insert your hand into the hood opening
and Slide the hood latch to the right
and lift the hood.
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Doors and Locks
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Theft-Deterrent Systemí
If the theft deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which
could result in the vehicle or its contents
being stolen, the alarm alerts the
surrounding area of an abnormality by
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
Refer to Operation on page 3-72.
NOTE
lThe theft-deterrent system operates with the
key or the keyless entry system transmitter.
l(With advanced key)
The theft-deterrent system can also be
operated using a request switch or the start
knob.
The system operates only when the driver is
in the vehicle or within operational range
while the advanced key is being carried.
lThe system will not function unless it is
properly armed. To properly secure the
vehicle, always make sure both windows
are completely closed and both doors and
the trunk lid are locked before leaving the
vehicle. Remember to take your key and
transmitter.
qOperation
System triggering conditions
The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 25
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:
lForcing open a door, the hood or the
trunk lid.
lUnlocking a door with the door lock
switch.
lOpening a door by operating an inside
door-lock knob.
lOpening the hood by operating the
hood release handle.
lOpening the trunk lid by operating the
trunk lid release button.
If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until a door is
unlocked or the trunk lid is opened with
the key or with the transmitter.
(With advanced key)
The lights and horn can also be
deactivated by pressing a request switch.
q How to Arm the System
1. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
(With advanced key)
Turn the start knob to the LOCK
position.
2. Make sure the hood and the trunk lid are closed. Close and lock both doors
from the outside using the key. If you
have the keyless entry system, press
the lock button on the transmitter.
(With advanced key)
Press a request switch on the doors or
the lock button on the transmitter.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once to indicate that the system is
armed.
(Without advanced key)
The following method will also arm the
theft-deterrent system:
Close the hood and the trunk lid . Press
the area on the door-lock switch
marked “LOCK ”once. Close both
doors.
NOTE
Locking the doors with the inside door-lock
knob will not arm the system.
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Security System
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Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid
reservoir; add fluid if necessary.
Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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C
Convertible TopPower Retractable Hardtop ........ 3-52
Soft Top ...................................... 3-39
Cruise Control ................................... 5-19
Cup Holder ........................................ 6-42
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-38
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-55
Defroster Rear window .............................. 5-58
Detachable Hardtop .......................... 3-44
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ....................................... 3-26
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-10
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-6 Automatic transmission .............. 5-18
Break-in period ............................ 4-6
Driving in flooded area .............. 4-10
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-7
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-6
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-8
Winter driving .............................. 4-8
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) ..... 5-24 DSC OFF indicator light ............ 5-25
DSC OFF switch ........................ 5-25
TCS/DSC Indicator light ............ 5-24
E
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-20Flooded engine ........................... 7-20
Jump-starting .............................. 7-21
Push-starting .............................. 7-24
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-25
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
E
Engine Coolant ....................................... 8-23
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-4
Hood release .............................. 3-37
Oil .............................................. 8-21
Overheating ................................ 7-18
Starting ......................................... 5-4
Engine Compartment Overview ........ 8-20
Engine Coolant Overheating ................................ 7-18
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-36
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-4
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-52
F
Flasher Hazard warning .......................... 5-59
Headlights .................................. 5-54
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3 Changing .................................... 7-13
Instant Mobility System
(IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair
Kit ................................................ 7-7
Tool storage .................................. 7-5
Fluids Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-18
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-56
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Fuel Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-36
Gauge ......................................... 5-37
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Index
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Fuses ................................................. 8-45Panel description ........................ 8-47
Replacement ............................... 8-45
G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-43
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-59
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-7
HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-54
Flashing ...................................... 5-55
High-low beam .......................... 5-55
On reminder ............................... 5-54
Hood Release .................................... 3-37
Horn .................................................. 5-59
I
Ignition
Keys ........................................... 3-21
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-67
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-69
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-39 Cruise ......................................... 5-51
DSC OFF .................................... 5-51
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-50
Security ...................................... 5-49
Shift position .............................. 5-50
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-51
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-52
Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-32
I
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-34
Interior Care ...................................... 8-56
Interior Lights ................................... 6-41
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-21
K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-22
Keys .................................................. 3-21
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-56
Light Bulbs Replacement ............................... 8-37
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-54
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
M
Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-19
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-18
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transmission Operation ....... 5-10 Recommendations for shifting .... 5-11
Mesh Pocket ..................................... 6-44
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-74
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-75
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
11-4
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