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qLights-On Indicator Light
(Black-out meter)
This indicator light illuminates when the
exterior lights and dashboard illumination
are on.
qPower Steering Malfunction
Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
ignition is switched ON, and turns off
when the engine is started.
If the light remains illuminated after the
engine is started, or illuminates while
driving, turn off the engine after parking
in a safe place, and then start the engine
again.
If the light does not illuminate after
restarting the engine, this indicates that
the power steering is restored and normal
steering is possible.
If the light remains illuminated, the power
steering is still inoperable. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.NOTE
lThe power steering system is inoperable
when the power steering malfunction
indicator light illuminates. Steering is
possible, but requires more physical effort.
lRepeatedly jerking the steering wheel left
and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the
power steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel
heavy, but this does not indicate a
malfunction. If this occurs, park the vehicle
safely and wait a few minutes for the system
to return to normal.
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 5-60).
When operating the hazard warning
lights, both turn signal indicator lights
flash (page 5-68).
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.
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NOTE
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the
parking brake is applied.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 Right lane change
Left lane changeOFF
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.
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NOTElIf an indicator light stays on without
flashing or if it flashes abnormally, one of
the turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
lA personalized function is available to
change the number of flashes.Refer to
Personalization Features on page 10-9.
lA personalized function is available to
change the turn indicator sound
volume.Refer to Personalization Features
on page 10-9.
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 fog lights on, rotate the fog
light switch to the
position.
The headlight switch must be in the
orposition to turn on the 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 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 fog lights will be turned on
when the exterior lights and dashboard
illumination are automatically turned on.
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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.
Hazard warning flasher
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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Antenna
qAntenna (4 Door)
AM/FM Radio Antenna
The AM/FM radio antenna receives both
AM and FM signals.
The AM/FM radio antenna is in the rear
window.
CAUTION
When washing the inside rear
window, use a soft cloth dampened
in lukewarm water, gently wiping the
antenna lines. Use of glass cleaning
products could damage the antenna.
Satellite Radio Antennaí
The satellite radio antenna receives
SIRIUS signals.
qAntenna (5 Door)
To remove the antenna, turn it
counterclockwise.
To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.
Make sure the antenna is securely
installed.
AM/FM Radio Antennaí
The AM/FM radio antenna receives both
AM and FM signals.
RemoveInstall
Antenna for AM/FM and Satellite
Radio Antennaí
The antenna for AM/FM and satellite
radio antenna receives both AM and FM
signals and SIRIUS signals.
RemoveInstall
CAUTION
ØTo prevent damage to the
antenna, remove it before entering
a car wash facility or passing
beneath a low overhead clearance.
ØBe careful around the antenna
when removing snow from the
roof. Otherwise the antenna could
be damaged.
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qOperating the Radio
Channel preset buttons
Seek tuning buttonsManual tuning dial Band selector buttonsScan buttonChannel preset buttons
Auto memory button
Radio ON
Press a band selector button (
,)to
turn the radio on.
Band selection
Choose AM by pressing the AM button
(
) and FM by pressing the FM button
(
).
The selected mode will be indicated. If
FM stereo is being received,“ST”will be
displayed.
NOTE
If the FM broadcast signal becomes weak,
reception automatically changes from
STEREO to MONO for reduced noise, and the
“ST”indicator will go out.
Tuning
The radio has the following tuning
methods: Manual, Seek, Scan, Preset
channel, and Auto memory tuning. The
easiest way to tune stations is to set them
on preset channels.
NOTE
If the power supply is interrupted (fuse blows
or the battery is disconnected), the preset
channels will be erased.
Manual tuning
Turning the manual tuning dial will
change the frequency higher or lower.
Seek tuning
Pressing the seek tuning button (
,)
will cause the tuner to seek a higher or
lower frequency automatically.
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How to subscribe to satellite radio
Once the system is installed you must first
subscribe to the SIRIUS Radio service to
activate the system.
The SIRIUS Radio service uses an ID
code to identify your radio. This code is
needed to subscribe to SIRIUS Radio, and
if needed, is also used to report any
problems should there be any in the
future. Listeners can subscribe using any
of the following methods:
lVisiting SIRIUS on the web at
www.sirius.com
lSubscribing to SIRIUS customer care,
available 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
lCalling (888) 539-7474lE-mail at: customercare@sirius-
radio.com
lWriting to: SATELLITE RADIO
1221 Avenue of the Americas
New York, NY 10020
Attention: Customer Care
Customers should have their SIRIUS
Radio ID Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
ready.
NOTE
Your ESN should have been recorded at the
time of installation. If not, press the ESN
button for 1.5 seconds or longer to display the
12-digit ESN for the SIRIUS tuner.
Satellite radio activation
For activation and subscription
information call toll-free at 1-888-539-
SIRI (7474). A SIRIUS Customer Care
representative will take the necessary
information and walk you through the
activation process. Or you can visit
SIRIUS online at WWW.siriusradio.com
and click on the“Join”button.When you call the SIRIUS Customers
Care number you have two options
available.
(1) The full package which allows you
access to all SIRIUS content except
pay- per-view.
(2) The family package which allows
access to certain channels. Please see
the website: www.sirius.com for
details.
Please have the following information
ready when attempting to activate your
service:
lSIRIUS ID (ESN*)lValid credit card information (type,
number, expiration date)
When you are ready to receive the on-air
activation signals you will be instructed
(for activation via phone) to turn on your
tuner, have the antenna pointed skyward,
and to turn the manual tuning dial to
channel 184.
Once the signal is sent from the national
studio it may take up to ten minutes to be
received by your unit.
NOTE
On-air activation is completed after the
procedure, in most cases from ten seconds to
ten minutes.
*ESN: Electronic Serial Number
SIRIUS operation
All operations of the satellite radio are
conducted by means of the audio unit.
SIRIUS radio mode selection
When the satellite button is pressed during
ACC ON, it will play the last SIRIUS
channel in use before the mode was
switched over to another mode or the
power was turned off.
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Information display
When available, the information display
shows telephone numbers, Bluetooth
Hands-Free messages, and operation
status.
Microphone
The microphone is used for speaking
voice commands or exchanging
conversation.
Microphone
Audio unit
The audio unit is used for adjusting the
volume.
qVoice
To prevent the deterioration in voice
recognition rate and voice quality, the
following points must be observed:
lIt is not necessary to face the
microphone or approach it. Speak the
voice commands while maintaining a
safe driving position.
lClose the windows and/or the
moonroof to reduce loud noises from
outside the vehicle, or turn down the
airflow of the climate control system
while Bluetooth Hands-Free is being
used. Voice recognition may not
function correctly or voice quality may
deteriorate under the following
conditions.
lA passenger is speaking.lDriving with the window and/or the
moonroof open.
lDriving on bumpy roads.lNoise outside of the vehicle is loud.
(Construction sites, inside tunnels,
excess oncoming traffic, or heavy
rain.)
lOperation noise from turn signals,
wipers, or the horn is heard.
lA/C airflow is strong or wind is
blowing on the microphone.
lThere is noise coming from cargo
loaded in the vehicle.
lVoice commands may not be
recognized depending on the voice. If
the voice commands are not recognized
correctly, repeat the commands in a
louder voice, at a natural pace, as if
speaking to another person.
lDialects or different wording other than
hands-free prompts cannot be
recognized by voice recognition. Speak
in the wording specified by the voice
commands.
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