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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
1 30A Not used (spare)
2 15A Brake On/Off switch
3 15A Not used (spare)
4 30A 110V inverter
5 10A Brake Shift Interlock (BSI), SPDJB, Keypad illumination
6 20A Turn signals, Stop lamps
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights
10 15A Backlighting
11 10A Four wheel drive
12 7.5A Power mirror switch
13 7.5A Canister vent
14 10A FCIM (radio buttons), Satellite radio, Front display module
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (spare)
17 20A All lock motor feeds, Liftgate release, Liftglass release
18 20A Heated seat
19 25A Rear wiper
20 15A Datalink
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Park lamps
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn relay
25 10A Demand lamps
26 10A Instrument panel cluster
27 20A Ignition switch
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Multi-point Inspection
In order to keep your vehicle running right, it is important that you have
the systems on your vehicle checked regularly. This can help identify any
potential issue before there are any problems. Mazda Motor Corporation
suggests the following multi-point inspection to be performed at every
scheduled maintenance as the way to ensure your vehicle keeps running
right.
NORMAL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND LOG
The following section contains the “Normal Schedule”. This schedule is
presented at specific mileage (kilometer) intervals with exceptions
noted.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AVAILABLE ON THE WEB
To learn more about the importance of routine and dealer-performed
maintenance on your vehicle, please visit the Mazda Customer Service
Web site. You’ll also find important warranty information, customer
assistance, technical expertise, frequently asked questions and much
more. The Web site location is: www.genuineservice.com.
Then go to the vehicles and services pick at the Web site.
Multi-point inspection - Recommended at every visit
❑Check and top up fluid levels: brake, engine coolant recovery reservoir, motor/electronics reservoir and window washer.❑Inspect tires for wear and correct air pressure.
❑Check exhaust system for leaks, damage, loose parts and foreign materials.
❑Check low voltage (underhood) battery performance.
❑Check operation of horn, exterior lamps, turn signals and hazard warning lights.
❑Check radiator, coolers and heater and air conditioning hoses.
❑Inspect windshield washer spray and wiper operation.
❑Check windshield for cracks, chips and pitting.
❑Inspect for oil and fluid leaks.
❑Inspect engine air cleaner filter and elements.
❑Inspect half-shaft dust boots.
❑Check shocks, struts and other suspension components for leaks and damage.
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fuel pump/high voltage
shut-off switches ....................202
improving fuel economy ........269
octane rating ...................268, 283
quality ......................................268
running out of fuel .................268
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................264
Fuses ..................................204–205
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............266
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................269
Gauges .........................................25
H
Hazard flashers .........................202
Head restraints ...................97, 101
Headlamps ...................................47 aiming ........................................50
bulb specifications ....................53
daytime running lights .............49
flash to pass ..............................49
high beam .................................49
replacing bulbs .........................54
turning on and off ....................47
Heating heating and air conditioning
system .......................................42
Hood ..........................................249
I
Ignition ...............................182, 283
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................139 Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................274
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................245
cluster ........................................20
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................50
location of components ............20
J
Jump-starting your
vehicle ................................222, 227
K
Keys .......................................86, 94 positions of the ignition .........182
L
Lamps bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................53
daytime running light ...............49
fog lamps ...................................48
headlamps .................................47
headlamps, flash to pass ..........49
instrument panel, dimming .....50
interior lamps .....................52–54
replacing bulbs .........................54
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................51
Liftgate ..................................82, 89
Lights, warning and indicator ....20 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........188
Load limits .................................170
Loading instructions .................176
Locks childproof ..................................87
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Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................284
Satellite Radio Information ........38
Scheduled Maintenance
Guide .........................................287General Maintenance
Information .............................287
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............292
Special Operating
Conditions ...............................299
What Maintenance Schedule
Should You Follow? ................291
Seat Belt Maintenance .............114
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................105, 109–113
Seats ............................................97 child safety seats ....................139
heated ......................................100
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................93
Servicing your vehicle ..............247
Side-curtain airbags system
(if equipped) .....................131, 133
Snowplowing ...............................15
Spark plugs, specifications .......283
Special notice ambulance conversions ............15
utility-type vehicles ..................15
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................281
Speed control ..............................69
Starting your vehicle ........182–184 jump starting ..................222, 227 Steering wheel
controls ......................................72
tilting .........................................59
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................59
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Tires, Wheels and Loading ....165
Tires ...................................149–150 alignment ................................158
care ..........................................154
changing ..........................213, 215
checking the pressure ............154
inflating ...................................151
label .........................................164
replacing ..................................155
rotating ....................................158
safety practices .......................157
sidewall information ...............159
snow tires and chains ............170
spare tire .........................211, 213
terminology .............................151
tire grades ...............................150
treadwear ........................149, 154
Towing .......................................176 recreational towing .................181
trailer towing ..........................176
wrecker ....................................229
Transmission .............................191 brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....191
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................276
fluid, refill capacities ..............281
lubricant specifications ..........281
Trunk ...........................................89
Turn signal ..................................51
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