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Information display
When available, the information display
shows telephone numbers, Bluetooth
Hands-Free messages, and operation
status.
Bluetooth phone connected
Microphone
The microphone is used for speaking
voice commands or exchanging
conversation.
Microphone
Audio unit/7-inch Navigation system
The audio unit or 7-inch navigation
system 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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Read-out of names registered to the
Bluetooth Hands-Free phonebook
Bluetooth Hands-Free can read out the list
of names registered to its phonebook.
1. Press the pick-up button (with/without
7-inch navigation system) or talk
button with a short press (without 7-
inch navigation system) or a long press
(with 7-inch navigation system).
NOTE
For vehicles with the 7-inch navigation system,
you can also press the voice recognition/
hands-free switch with a short press and say:
[Beep]“Telephone”or“Phone”.
2.Say:[Beep]“Phonebook”
3.Prompt:“Select one of the following:
New entry, edit, list names, delete,
erase all or import contact.”
4.Say:[Beep]“List names”
5.Prompt:“XXXXX..., XXXXX...,
XXXXX... (Ex.“John's phone”, Mary's
phone, Bill's phone)”(Voice guidance
reads out the voice tags registered to
the phonebook.)
Press the talk button with a short press
during the read-out at the desired name,
and then say one of the following voice
commands to execute it.
l“Continue”: Continues the list read-
out.
l“Call”: Calls the registered phonebook
data when the talk button is short-
pressed.
l“Edit”: Edits the registered phonebook
data when the talk button is short-
pressed.
l“Delete”: Deletes the registered
phonebook data when the talk button is
short-pressed.
l“Previous”: Returns to the previous
phonebook data in read-out when the
talk button is short-pressed.
6.Prompt:“End of list, would you like
to start from the beginning?”
7.Say:[Beep]“No”
8.Prompt:“Returning to main menu.”
qDTMF (Dual Tone Multi-
Frequency Signal) Transmission
This function is used when transmitting
DTMF via the user's voice. The receiver
of a DTMF transmission is generally a
home telephone answering machine or a
company's automated guidance call center
(When you send tone signals back
according to the voice guidance
recording).
1. Press the talk button with a short press.
2.Say:[Beep]“XXXX... send”(Say
DTMF code)
3.Prompt:“Sending XXXX... (DTMF
code)”
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qClock
The time is displayed when the ignition is
switched to ACC or ON.
Time setting
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or
ON position.
2. Adjust the time using the time setting
buttons (
,).
The hours advance while the time
setting button (
) is pressed.
The minutes advance while the time
setting button (
) is pressed.
Time resetting
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or
ON position.
2. Press the :00 button.
3. When the button is pressed, the time
will be reset as follows:
(Example)
12:01―12:29→12:00
12:30―12:59→1:00
NOTE
When the :00 button is pressed, the seconds
will start at“00”.
With navigation system
Time zone switching
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 TIME ZONE by pressing the
Enter (up/down) switch up or down,
and then press the Enter (up/down)
switch.
4. Select the desired time zone by
pressing the Enter (up/down) switch up
or down, and then press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
NOTE
lDaylight saving time is not reflected in the
time zone displayed.
lThe clock does not display if there is no
GPS signal reception.
lIf the battery cables are disconnected and
then reconnected, the clock does not
operate until a GPS signal is received. Do
not place objects on the dashboard,
otherwise the clock may be unable to
receive the GPS signal normally.
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qMaintenance Monitor
The periodic inspection and tire rotation
period notification can be displayed by
turning the Maintenance Monitor on.
NOTE
lThis function is inoperable while the
vehicle is being driven.
l(With navigation system)
If the battery cables are disconnected and
then reconnected, the SERVICE DUE item
in the MAINTENANCE setting cannot be
done until the clock resets after receiving a
GPS signal. Perform this setting after the
clock resumes operation.
Initial setting method
1. Press the INFO switch until the
SETTINGS screen is displayed.
2. Select MAINTENANCE by pressing
the Enter (up/down) switch up or
down, and then press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
3. Select the item you want to turn on
(TIRE ROTATION or SERVICE DUE)
by pressing the Enter (up/down) switch
up or down, and then press the Enter
(up/down) switch.
4. Press the Enter (up/down) switch.5. Select SET and press the Enter (up/
down) switch.
NOTElFor the service due notification, either the
number of days or distance can be set.
When selecting one of the two settings, the
setting not selected is set to the initial value
automatically.
lBecause tire rotation can only be set
according to distance, the screen for setting
distance is displayed when SET is selected.
6. Select DISTANCE or DAYS and press
the Enter (up/down) switch. The screen
for setting the distance or days to the
next maintenance period is displayed.
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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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Changing a Flat Tire
NOTE
If the following occurs while driving, it could
indicate a flat tire.
lSteering becomes difficult.lThe vehicle begins to vibrate excessively.lThe vehicle pulls in one direction.
If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a
level spot that is well off the road and out
of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Stopping in traffic or on the shoulder of a
busy road is dangerous.
WARNING
Be sure to follow the directions for
changing a tire, and never get under a
vehicle that is supported only by a jack:
Changing a tire is dangerous if not
done properly. The vehicle can slip off
the jack and seriously injure
someone.
Never allow anyone inside a vehicle
supported by a jack:
Allowing someone to remain in a
vehicle supported by a jack is
dangerous. The occupant could cause
the vehicle to fall resulting in serious
injury.
CAUTION
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
The wheels equipped on your Mazda
are specially designed for installation
of the tire pressure sensors. Do not
use non-genuine wheels, otherwise it
may not be possible to install the tire
pressure sensors.NOTE
lMake sure the jack is well lubricated before
using it.
(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)
lBe sure to register the tire pressure sensor
ID signal code whenever tires or wheels are
changed (page 5-31).
1. Park on a level surface off the right-of-
way and firmly set the parking brake.
2. Shift into Park (P) and turn off the
engine.
3. Turn on the hazard warning flasher.
4. Have everyone get out of the vehicle
and away from the vehicle and traffic.
5. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire
(page 7-3).
6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite
the flat tire. When blocking a wheel,
place a tire block both in front and
behind the tire.
NOTE
When blocking a tire, use rocks or wood blocks
of sufficient size if possible to hold the tire in
place.
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Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low beam) Headlights (High beam)
High-mount brake lightFog lights
Front turn signal lights/Parking lightsSide turn signal lights
License plate lights
Brake lights/Taillights Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Overhead light (Rear)
Front side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights
Rear side marker lights
Reverse lights
Luggage compartment light
Some models.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Front side marker lights, Front turn
signal lights/Parking lights
1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.
2. If you are changing a bulb in the right
headlight unit, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the right,
and turn off the engine. If you are
changing a bulb in the left headlight
unit, turn the steering wheel to the left.
3. Turn the screws and the center section
of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.
InstallationRemoval
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights/Parking lights
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Fog lightsí
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Loosen the screws securing the fog
light cover.
3. Remove the fog light cover.
4. Loosen the screws securing the fog
light unit.
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