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CAUTION
Don't use steel wool, abrasive
cleaners, or strong detergents
containing highly alkaline or caustic
agents on chrome-plated or anodized
aluminum parts. This may result in
damage to the protective coating and
cause discoloration or paint
deterioration.
qUnderbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice and
snow removal and solvents used for dust
control may collect on the underbody. If
not removed, they will speed up rusting
and deterioration of such underbody parts
as fuel lines, frame, floor pan, and exhaust
system, even though these parts may be
coated with anti-corrosive material.
Thoroughly flush the underbody and
wheel housings with lukewarm or cold
water at the end of each winter. Try also
to do this every month.
Pay special attention to these areas
because they easily hide mud and dirt.It
will do more harm than good to wet
down the road grime without removing
it.
The lower edges of doors, rocker panels,
and frame members have drain holes that
should not be clogged. Water trapped
there will cause rusting.
WARNING
Dry wet brakes by driving very slowly
and applying the brakes lightly until
brake performance is normal:
Driving with wet brakes is
dangerous. Increased stopping
distance or the vehicle pulling to one
side when braking could result in a
serious accident. Light braking will
indicate whether the brakes have
been affected.
qAluminum Wheel Maintenanceí
A protective coating is provided over the
aluminum wheels. Special care is needed
to protect this coating.
NOTE
lDo not use a wire brush or any abrasive
cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent on
aluminum wheels. They may damage the
coating.
lOnly use a mild soap or neutral detergent
and always use a sponge or soft cloth to
clean the wheels.
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm or cold
water. Also, be sure to clean the wheels
after driving on dusty or salted roads. This
helps prevent corrosion.
lAvoid washing your vehicle in an automatic
car wash that uses high-speed or hard
brushes.
lIf your aluminum wheels lose luster, wax
the wheels.
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
Check special requirements for Tire Pressure
Monitoring System.
Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5-32.
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11. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades
12. Max. permissible inflation pressure
13. SAFETY WARNING
P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation
of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and
load index rating may be different from the example.
P
Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated
by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).
NOTE
If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by either ETRTO
(European Tire and Rim Technical Organization) or JATMA (Japan Tire Manufacturing Association).
215
“215”is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters. This three-digit number gives the
width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.
65
“65”is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width.
R
“R”is the tire construction symbol. R indicates“Radial ply construction”.
15
“15”is the wheel rim diameter in inches.
95
“95”is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each
tire can support.
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qInformation on Temporary Tires
Please refer to the diagram below.
1. Temporary tires
2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio)
4. Diagonal
5. Rim diameter code
6. Load index&speed symbol
T115/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation
of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and
load index rating may be different from the example.
T
Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated
by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA).
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“115”is the nominal width of the tire in millimeters. This three-digit number gives the
width in millimeters of the tire from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger
the number, the wider the tire.
Customer Information
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Service Publications
Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to do
some of their own maintenance and repair.
When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to the
chart below.
If they don't have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION
9999-95-017B-10 2010 WORKSHOP MANUAL (English)
9999-MX-017B-10 2010 WORKSHOP MANUAL (Spanish)
9999-95-019G-10 2010 WIRING DIAGRAM (English)
9999-MX-019G-10 2010 WIRING DIAGRAM (Spanish)
9999-95-038C-10R2 (U.S.A. only) 2010 OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-EC-038C-10R2 (Canada only) 2010 OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-PR-038C-10R2 (Puerto Rico, Mexico only) 2010 OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-95-064F-10 2010 SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS
9999-95-038C-10NAV (U.S.A. only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-EC-038C-10NAV (Canada only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-PR-038C-10NAV (Puerto Rico, Mexico only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
qWORKSHOP MANUAL:
Covers recommended maintenance and repair procedures of the drive train, body and
chassis.
qWIRING DIAGRAM:
Provides electrical schematics as well as component location for the entire electrical
system.
qOWNER'S MANUAL:
This booklet contains information regarding the proper care and operation of your vehicle.
This is not a technician's manual.
qSERVICE HIGHLIGHTS:
Provides description and operation of the many systems of your Mazda.
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
HeadlightsHalogenHigh beam 65 HB3 (#9005)
Low beam 55 H11 (H11)
Xenon fusion bulb High/Low beam 35 D2S (D2S)
Daytime running lights (Canada)
í35 H8 (H8)
Front turn signal
lights/Front
side-marker
lights/Parking
lightsHalogen/Xenon fusion bulb
(With daytime running lights)
27/8―(#7444NA)
Xenon fusion bulb
(Without daytime
running lights)Front turn signal
lights/Front side-marker
lights
Parking lights 5 W5W (4CP)
Fog lights
í51 HB4 (#9006)
Side turn signal
lightsBulb type*15 WY5W (―)
LED type (Integrated with outside mirror) LED*2―(―)
High-mount brake
light4 Door 21 W21W (1120)
5 Door 18 W16W (#921)
Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W (32CP)
Brake
lights/TaillightsBulb type 21/5 W21/5W (#7443)
LED type LED
*2―(―)
Reverse lights 21 W21W (#7440)
License plate lights 5 W5W (―)
Rear side-marker lights
íLED*2―(―)
*1 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
*2 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
Interior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R
Trunk light (4 Door) 3―
Luggage compartment light (5 Door) 5―
Overhead light/Map lights (Front) 8―
Overhead light (Rear) 10―
Vanity mirror lights
í2―
Specifications
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Personalization Features
The following Personalization Features are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Setting Available customization Initial Setting After Setting Change
Auto headlight on/offThe headlight illumination on/off timing based
on the surrounding lightness/darkness can be
changed.2000―4000 lx 1000―2000 lx
Turn indicator The beep volume level can be changed. High Low/Deactivated
Key reminder
warning alarmThe volume of the key reminder warning alarm
can be changed.High Low
Lights-on reminder
warning alarmThe volume of the lights-on reminder warning
alarm can be changed.High Low/Deactivated
Illumination entryThe time required for the interior lamp to turn
off automatically after all doors are closed can
be changed.15 seconds 7.5/30/60 seconds
The function allowing the interior lamp to
illuminate automatically when the ignition is
switched off can be deactivated.Activated Deactivated
The function allowing the interior lamp to
illuminate automatically when the doors are
unlocked can be deactivated.Activated Deactivated
The time required for the interior lamp to turn
off automatically can be changed
(prevents battery depletion when a door is
open/ajar).30 minutes 10/60 minutes
The time required for the interior lamp to
illuminate after unlocking any door can be
changed.30 seconds 7.5/15/60 seconds
The function allowing the interior lamp to turn
off automatically when any door is opened
(or not securely closed) can be changed.Activated Deactivated
Smart turnThe function allowing the turn signal lights to
flash three times with a momentary turn switch
operation (when changing lanes) can be
activated.Deactivated Activated
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Setting Available customization Initial Setting After Setting Change
Power door locksThe vehicle-speed-response auto lock function
can be deactivated.Activated Deactivated
Locking/unlocking of the doors can be set in
conjunction with the selector lever position.Deactivated1. Not in Park (P)
position: Lock all
doors
Park (P) position:
Unlock all doors
2. Not in Park (P)
position: Lock all
doors
Park (P) position:
Unlock the driver's
door only
3. Not in Park (P)
position: Lock all
doors
Park (P) position:
Inoperable
The function for unlocking the doors
simultaneously when the ignition is switched
off can be changed.Unlock all doorsUnlock driver's
door/Inoperable
Keyless entryThe method for unlocking doors using the
retractable key can be selected.Press × 2 Press × 1
The time required for the doors to relock
automatically after unlocking with the
transmitter can be changed.30 seconds 60/90 seconds
The function allowing the horn to sound
automatically when the doors are locked by
pressing the transmitter two times consecutively
can be deactivated.Activated Deactivated
The hazard warning lights can be deactivated so
that they do not flash when the doors are
locked/unlocked.Activated Deactivated
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Setting Available customization Initial Setting After Setting Change
Advanced keyless
entryThe function to automatically lock doors when
leaving the vehicle while carrying the key can
be activated.Deactivated Activated
The advanced key's remaining battery level
warning light in the instrument cluster can be
deactivated.Activated Deactivated
The volume of the answer-back beep during
keyless entry system operation can be adjusted.High Low/Deactivated
The volume of the warning beep for the
advanced keyless entry system can be adjusted.High Low
The function allowing the power supply to turn
off automatically after the ignition has been left
in the ACC position for a long period of time
can be deactivated.Activated Deactivated
A transition pattern in which the ignition
position can be switched when pressing the
push button start can be selected.ON→Off ON→ACC→Off
The advanced key function can be deactivated. Activated Deactivated
The method for unlocking the doors using the
request switch can be selected.Press × 2 Press × 1
Theft-deterrent
systemThe method for setting the theft-deterrent
system can be changed.Both the remote
controller and the
door key cylinder
can be set or
clearedRemote controller
(set and cleared)/Door
key cylinder
(cleared only)
Multi information
displayThe display language can be selected.English, French,
or Spanish
English/German/French/Italian/
Spanish
The distance unit can be changed. mile km
The temperature unit can be changed. °F °C
Personalization Features
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