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3. Select the item you want to turn off
(TIRE ROTATION or SERVICE DUE)
by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch
up or down, and then press the Enter
(up/down) switch.
4. Select OFF and press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
qWarning Indicator
The following warning indicators are
displayed according to necessity. Warning
indicators are displayed regardless of the
multi-information display operation.
lDOOR OPEN (including trunk and the
liftgate)
lTIGHTEN FUEL CAP (Displayed
when the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates in the instrument cluster.)
lCHECK TIRE PRESSURE
lRELEASE PARKING BRAKElAdvanced Keyless Entry System
related
lKEY BATTERY IS LOWlADVANCED KEY NOT FOUNDlMOVE SHIFT LEVER TO PlSTEERING WHEEL LOCK NOT
RELEASED TURN WHEEL LEFT
AND RIGHT
lDEPRESS BRAKE PEDAL TO
START ENGINE
lDEPRESS CLUTCH PEDAL TO
START ENGINE
lUSE AUXILIARY KEY
NOTE
When more than two warnings occur at the
same time, indicators are switched at each
specified time.
qSettings
The following settings can be changed:lBuzzer volume (Ignition key reminder,
lights-on reminder)
lTurn indicator soundlDistance unitlTemperature unitlDisplay language
The data for the trip computer average
fuel economy and the average vehicle
speed can also be changed.
To change settings
1. Press the INFO switch until the
SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select PREFERENCES by pressing the
Enter (up/down) switch up or down,
and then press the Enter (up/down)
switch.
3. Select the setting item you want to
change by pressing the Enter (up/
down) switch up or down, and then
press the Enter (up/down) switch.
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NOTE
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
A tire pressure sensor is not installed to the
temporary spare tire. The warning light will
flash continuously while the temporary spare
tire is being used (page 5-30).
To remove the spare tire
(4 Door)
1. Remove the trunk mat.
2. Turn the tire hold-down bolt
counterclockwise.
(5 Door)
1. Remove the trunk mat.2. For vehicles equipped with a sub-
woofer, uncouple the connector.
Connector
NOTE
Extra strength may be required to uncouple the
connector. Be sure to squeeze the tab firmly.
3. For vehicles equipped with a sub-
woofer, loosen the hold-down bolt and
remove the woofer and spare tire.
In Case of an Emergency
Flat Tire
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For vehicles not equipped with a sub-
woofer, loosen the hold-down bolt and
remove the spare tire.
To secure the spare tire
Perform the removal procedure in reverse.
Secure the spare tire using the hold-down
bolt and tire clamp in the correct position
as illustrated.
NOTE
(5 Door)
When storing a conventional tire in a vehicle
equipped with a sub-woofer, you cannot
connect the connector on the trunk board.
(Without sub-woofer)
Tire clampTire hold-down bolt
(With sub-woofer)
Sub-woofer
Tire hold-down bolt
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CAUTION
Do not use the hooks under the rear
bumper for towing and tying down,
as they cannot hold the load and it
will damage the bumper.
Hooks
Tiedown Hook
CAUTION
Don't use the tiedown hook under
the rear for towing.
It is designed ONLY for tying down
the vehicle when it's being
transported. Using it for towing will
damage the bumper.
qTiedown Hook-Front
1. Remove the tiedown eyelet and the lug
wrench from the trunk (page 7-3).
2. Wrap the lug wrench with a soft cloth
to prevent damage to the bumper and
open the cap located on the front
bumper.
Type A
In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Towing
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Light Bulbs
Overhead light/Map lights (Front)
Overhead light (Rear) Overhead light (Rear) Front turn signal lights/Front side-
marker lights/ Parking lights Xenon fusion bulb/Adaptive Front
Lighting System
Fog lights
Parking lights/ Adaptive Front Lighting
System (AFS)
Overhead light/Map lights (Front)
Front turn signal lights
/Front side-marker lights
/Parking lights
Head lights (Low beam)
Head lights (High beam)/
Daytime running lights Head lights (Low/High beam)Fog lights
Side turn signal light (LED type)
Trunk light
Brake lights/Taillights
Brake lights/Taillights
Rear turn signal lightsRear turn signal lights Rear side marker lightsRear side marker lights
Except Canada Some models. Reverse lightsReverse lights
License plate lightsLicense plate lights High-mount brake lightHalogen bulb
212
2
1
2
High-mount brake lightSide turn signal lights
(Bulb type)Side turn signal lights
(LED type)
Luggage
compartment light 4 Door5 Door
Canada Daytime running lights
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Side-turn signal lights
With LED bulb
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs should be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible. The
rear combination component must be replaced.
With Non-LED bulb
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the turn signal switch is off.
2. Slide the unit as shown in the figure to
remove it.
3. Detach the electrical connector from
the unit by pulling it to the rear.
4. Install the new side turn signal unit in
the reverse order of removal.
Brake lights/Taillights (Rear side
marker lights)
With LED bulb
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs should be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible. The
rear combination component must be replaced.
With Non-LED bulb
(4 Door)
1. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers and the trunk
end trim.
Removal
Installation
2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
(5 Door)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
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2. Remove the cover.
Left side
Right side
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Rear turn signal lights
(4 Door)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the turn signal switch is off.
2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers and the trunk
end trim.
Removal
Installation
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
(5 Door)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the turn signal switch is off.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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2. Remove the cover.
Left side
Right side
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Reverse lights
(4 Door)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers and the trunk
end trim.
InstallationRemoval
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
(5 Door)
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
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