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NOTE
If the headlights flicker, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a
replacement is necessary. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qLights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a continuous
beep sound will be heard when the
driver's door is opened.
qHeadlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beam.
Pull back to original position for low
beam.
High beam
Low beam
q Flashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
toward you. The headlight switch does
not need to be on, and the lever will return
to the normal position when released.
qHeadlight Levelingí
The number of passengers and weight of
cargo in the luggage compartment change
the angle of the headlights.
The headlight leveling switch adjusts this
angle.
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Select the proper setting from the following chart.Front seat Rear
seat Load Switch
Position
Driver Passenger
× ――― 0
×× ――0
×× × ―1
×× ×× 2
× ―― ×3
×: Yes
― :No
qDaytime Running Lights (Canada)
In Canada, vehicles must be driven with
the headlights on during daytime
operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights
automatically turn on when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position.
NOTE
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the
parking brake is applied.
Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
q Turn 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.
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Fog Lightsí
The fog lights help you to see as well as
to be seen.
The headlights must be turned on to turn
on the fog lights.
To turn the fog lights on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position.
Fog light switch
To turn the fog lights off, rotate the fog
light switch to the OFF position or turn
the headlights off.
NOTE
lThe fog lights will turn off when the
headlights are set at high beam.
l(With auto-light control)
If the headlight switch is in the AUTO
position, the fog lights can be turned on
when the headlights, the exterior lights and
dashboard illumination are on.
Windshield Wipers and
Washer
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position.
WARNING
Use only windshield washer fluid or
plain water in the reservoir:Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the
windshield, it will dirty the
windshield, affect your visibility, and
could result in an accident.
Only use windshield washer fluid
mixed with anti-freeze protection in
freezing weather conditions: Using windshield washer fluid
without anti-freeze protection in
freezing weather conditions is
dangerous as it could freeze on the
windshield and block your vision
which could cause an accident.
In addition, make sure the
windshield is sufficiently warmed
using the defroster before spraying
the washer fluid.
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Horn
To sound the horn, press themark on
the steering wheel.
Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all
the turn signals will flash.
NOTE
lThe turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
lCheck local regulations about the use of
hazard warning lights while the vehicle is
being towed to verify that it is not in
violation of the law.
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6Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2
Vent Operation .......................................................................... 6-3
Types of the Climate Control System ....................................... 6-5
Manual Type
í.......................................................................... 6-6
Fully Automatic Typeí........................................................... 6-11
Rear Ventilation Systemí....................................................... 6-17
Audio System ............................................................................... 6-18 Antenna ................................................................................... 6-18
Operating Tips for Audio System ........................................... 6-18
Audio Set ................................................................................ 6-25
Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel)
í............. 6-40
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input) ................................................. 6-42
Safety Certification ................................................................. 6-45
Bluetooth Hands-Free ................................................................. 6-46 Bluetooth Hands-Free
í.......................................................... 6-46
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation ................................... 6-50
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System ............................. 6-53
Hands-Free Telephone Setting ................................................ 6-58
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used .......................... 6-62
Safety Certification ................................................................. 6-63
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service .................... 6-63
Interior Equipment ..................................................................... 6-64 Sunvisors ................................................................................. 6-64
Interior Lights ......................................................................... 6-64
Information Display ................................................................ 6-66
Cup Holder .............................................................................. 6-68
Bottle Holder ........................................................................... 6-70
Storage Compartments ............................................................ 6-71
Accessory Sockets .................................................................. 6-76
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Sunvisors
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for
use in front or swing it to the side.
Sunvisor
qVanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
Interior Lights
qIlluminated Entry System
When the illuminated entry system
operates, the overhead light (switch is in
the DOOR position) turns on for:
lAbout 30 seconds after the driver's
door is unlocked and the ignition
switch is in the LOCK position (with
the ignition key removed).
lAbout 15 seconds after all doors are
closed.
lAbout 15 seconds after the ignition
switch is in the LOCK position (with
the ignition key removed) with all
doors closed.
The light also turns off when:
lThe ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and all doors are closed.
lThe driver's door is locked.
NOTE
Battery saver
If any door is left opened, the light turns off
after about 30 minutes to save the battery.
The light turns on again when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position, or when
any door is opened after all doors have been
closed.
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qOverhead Lights
Front
Switch Position Front Overhead Lights
Light off
lLight is on when any door is
open
lLight is on or off when the
illuminated entry system is
on
Rear
Switch
Position Rear Overhead Lights
Light off
Light is on when any door is open
Light is on or off when the
illuminated entry system is on
Light on
q
Map Lights
The map lights are switched on or off by
pressing the switches.
Switches
qLuggage Compartment Light
Switch
Position Luggage Compartment Light
Light off
Light on when the liftgate is open
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Interior Equipment
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Parking in an Emergency
The hazard warning lights should always
be used when you stop on or near a
roadway in an emergency.
The hazard warning lights warn other
drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard
and that they must take extreme caution
when near it.
Depress the hazard warning flasher and all
the turn signals will flash.
NOTE
lThe turn signals do not work when the
hazard warning lights are on.
lCheck local regulations about the use of
hazard warning lights while the vehicle is
being towed to verify that it is not in
violation of the law.
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