Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
28 5A Radio
29 5A Instrument panel cluster
30 5A Not used (spare)
31 10A Compass module
32 10A Restraints control module
33 10A Speed control switch
34 5A Speed control deactivate switch, ABS
35 10A Four wheel drive, EPAS (steering)
36 5A PATS transceiver
37 10A Climate control
38 20A Subwoofer/Amp (Audiophile radio)
39 20A Radio
40 20A Front power point
41 15A Driver/passenger door lock switches
42 10A Not used (spare)
43 10A Rear wiper logic, Heated seats relay,
Auto dimming mirror, Instrument
cluster
44 10A Not used (spare)
45 5A Front wiper logic, Blower motor relay
46 7.5A OCS (restraints), PADI (restraints)
47 30A Circuit BreakerPower windows, Moon roof
48 — Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. WARNING: Always disconnect the low voltage (underhood)
battery before servicing high current fuses.
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Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Power Distribution Box
Description
31C — Heater pump relay
31D — Coolant pump relay 31E — Not used 31F — Not used 32 — A/C clutch diode
33 — PCM diode
34 — Not used
35 5A* RUN/START
36 — Not used
37 — Not used
* Mini fuse ** Cartridge fuse
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
If you get a flat tire while driving:
• do not brake heavily.
• gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
• hold the steering wheel firmly.
• slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a conventional spare tire that is
different in one or more of the following: type, brand, size, speed rating
and tread design. If this is the case, this dissimilar spare tire is still rated
for your vehicle loads (GAWR and GVWR). This temporary spare tire is
not equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensor.
Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will
illuminate when the spare is in use. To restore the full functionality of
the TPMS system, all road wheels equipped with the tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Have a flat tire serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent
damage to the TPMS sensor, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS) in theTires, Wheels, and Loading chapter. Replace the spare
tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of
the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for
damage.
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•The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or a
windshield washer concentrate. This washer fluid concentrate contains
a special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
INSTRUMENT PANEL / INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the interior trim areas and instrument panel with a damp cloth,
then with a clean, dry cloth, or use Mazda Deluxe Leather and Vinyl
Cleaner (0000-77-430E-15).
• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
• Do not use household or glass cleaners, as these may damage the
finish.
WARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel, instrument panel or interior
trim areas to avoid contamination of the airbag systems.
• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, seat belts and seats equipped with side
air bags (if equipped):
• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
• Remove light stains and soil with Upholstery Cleaner and Spot
Remover (0000–77–430E-01), available at your authorized Mazda
dealer.
• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Spot and Stain Remover (0000–77–410E-01), available at your
authorized Mazda dealer.
• If a solvent ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the
entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.
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Genuine Mazda Parts and Service
When planning your maintenance services, consider your Mazda
dealership for all your vehicle’s needs.
Get the most from your service and maintenance visits
There are a lot of reasons why visiting your Mazda Dealership for all
your service needs is a great way to help keep your vehicle running
great.
Convenience
Many Dealerships have extended evening and Saturday hours to make
your service visit more convenient. How’s that for quality service?
Factory-trained Technicians
Mazda service technicians participate in extensive factory-sponsored
certification training to help them become experts on the operation of
your vehicle. Ask your Dealership about the training and certification
their technicians have received.
Factory Authorized Systems Checks
In the event your vehicle experiences a component related concern,
please contact your Mazda dealership. The Mazda Motor Corporation
Trained Technicians who work at Mazda dealerships are specifically
trained to understand your vehicle.
A proper repair begins with a thorough system check. Factory
Authorized Systems Checks can ONLY be found at a Mazda dealership. In
some circumstances, the Technician may need to request your
authorization to perform additional operations to determine the final
diagnosis. The Technician’s goal is to ensure that your vehicle is fixed
right the first time, at the best value to you.
The following list represents several of the Factory Authorized Systems
Checks available at participating Mazda Dealerships:
•Climate Control
• Check Engine Light
• All Wheel Drive/Four-Wheel Drive
• Automatic Transmission
• Engine Cooling/Cabin Heating
• Suspension/Steering
• Charge/Start/Battery
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waxing .....................................242
wheels ......................................243
wiper blades ............................244
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............42
Compass, electronic ....................66 calibration .................................67
set zone adjustment .................66
Console ........................................60
Controls power seat .................................99
steering column ........................72
Coolant checking and adding ......258–260
refill capacities ................263, 281
specifications ..........................281
Cruise control .............................69
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................69
Customer
Assistance ..................231–232, 235
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................49
Dipstick automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................276
engine oil .................................253
Driving under special
conditions ..................194, 196, 199 sand .........................................197
snow and ice ...........................200
through water .................198, 201
E
Electronic message center .........74 Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..................222, 227
Emission control system ..........272
Engine ........................................283 cleaning ...................................243
idle speed control ...................256
lubrication specifications .......281
refill capacities ........................281
service points ..........................250
Engine oil ..................................253 checking and adding ..............253
dipstick ....................................253
filter, specifications ................255
recommendations ...................255
refill capacities ........................281
specifications ..........................281
Event data recording ..................14
Exhaust fumes ..........................185
F
Fluid capacities .........................281
Foglamps .....................................48
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles driving off road .......................195
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................190
Fuel ............................................264 calculating fuel
economy ............................75, 269
cap ...........................................266
capacity ...................................281
choosing the right fuel ...........267
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................271
detergent in fuel .....................268
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................264, 266, 269
filter, specifications ................264
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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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