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When the vehicle is tilted due to the weight of passengers and load
When the vehicle rear is lowered, the object displayed on the screen appears farther than
the actual distance.
VarianceObject
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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When there is a steep grade behind the vehicle
When there is a steep upgrade (downgrade) behind the vehicle, the object displayed on the
screen appears farther (downgrade: closer) than the actual distance.
Appears
farther than
actual
distanceAppears
closer than
actual
distance
Object at actual
position Object at actual position
Object on screen
A: Distance between the vehicle and object displayed on the screen.
B: Actual distance between the vehicle and object.Object on screen
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Interior Care
qDashboard Precautions
Prevent caustic solutions such as perfume
and cosmetic oils from contacting the
dashboard. They'll damage and discolor it.
If these solutions get on the dashboard,
wipe them off immediately.
CAUTION
Do not use glazing agents.
Glazing agents contain ingredients
which may cause discoloration,
wrinkling, cracks and peeling.
qCleaning the Upholstery and
Interior Trim
Vinyl
Remove dust and loose dirt from vinyl
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean vinyl with a leather-and-vinyl
cleaner.
Leatherí
Real leather is not uniform and may have
scars, scratches, and wrinkles. Clean it
with a leather cleaner or mild soap.
Wipe it with adampsoft cloth; then dry
and buff it with adrysoft cloth.
Fabric
Remove dust and loose dirt from fabric
with a whisk broom or vacuum cleaner.
Clean it with a mild soap solution good
for upholstery and carpets. Remove fresh
spots immediately with a fabric spot
cleaner.To keep the fabric looking clean and
fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color
will be affected, it can be stained easily,
and its fire-resistance may be reduced.
CAUTION
Use only recommended cleaners and
procedures. Others may affect
appearance and fire-resistance.
Piano black panelí
The following parts are fitted with panels
that have been treated with a special
coating that resists scratching.
Steering wheel (partial)
When the panel needs to be cleaned, use a
soft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface.
NOTE
Scratches or nicks on the panels resulting from
the use of a hard brush or cloth may not be
repairable.
Multi information display edge panelí,
Panel beside the multi information
displayí
Multi information display edge panel and
panel beside the multi information display
are fitted with panels that have been
treated with a special coating that resists
scratching.
When the panel needs to be cleaned, use a
soft cloth to wipe off dirt from the surface.
NOTE
Scratches or nicks on the panels resulting from
the use of a hard brush or cloth may not be
repairable.
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íSome models.
Appearance Care
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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 do not have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.
PUBLICATION ORDER NUMBER PUBLICATION DESCRIPTION
9999-95-034B-10R 2010 WORKSHOP MANUAL (English)
9999-MX-034B-10R 2010 WORKSHOP MANUAL (Spanish)
9999-95-068G-10R 2010 WIRING DIAGRAM (English)
9999-MX-068G-10R 2010 WIRING DIAGRAM (Spanish)
9999-95-080C-10R (U.S.A. only) 2010 OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-EC-080C-10R (Canada only) 2010 OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-PR-080C-10R (Puerto Rico only) 2010 OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-95-045F-10R 2010 SERVICE HIGHLIGHTS
7-inch Navigation system
9999-95-080C-10NAV2 (U.S.A. only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-EC-080C-10NAV2 (Canada only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-PR-080C-10NAV2 (Puerto Rico only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
Multi Information Display (MID) with compact navigation system
9999-95-080C-10NAV (U.S.A. only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-EC-080C-10NAV (Canada only) 2010 NAVIGATION SYSTEM OWNER'S MANUAL
9999-PR-080C-10NAV (Puerto Rico 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.
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F
Flasher
Hazard warning .......................... 5-71
Headlights .................................. 5-60
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3
Changing ...................................... 7-6
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Fluids
Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-16
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-65
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-5
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats) ............... 2-4
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats) ................. 2-2
Fuel
Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-46
Gauge ......................................... 5-41
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-48
Panel description ........................ 8-50
Replacement ............................... 8-48
G
Glove Box ....................................... 6-120
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-71
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-8
Headlights
Control ....................................... 5-60
Flashing ...................................... 5-63
High-low beam .......................... 5-63
Leveling ..................................... 5-64
H
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-72
Hood Release .................................... 3-48
Horn .................................................. 5-71
I
Ignition
Keys ........................................... 3-23
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-98
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-52
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-56
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-43
BSM OFF ................................... 5-57
Cruise ......................................... 5-57
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-56
Security ...................................... 5-55
Shift position .............................. 5-56
TCS OFF .................................... 5-56
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-56
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-58
Information Display ........................ 6-100
Audio display ........................... 6-101
Climate control display ............ 6-101
Information display functions ... 6-100
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-38
Interior Care ...................................... 8-60
Interior Lights ................................... 6-98
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-14
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K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-24
Keys .................................................. 3-23
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-64
Liftgate .............................................. 3-36
Luggage compartment ............... 3-37
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-41
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-60
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-99
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-17
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-16
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Map Lights ........................................ 6-99
Mirror Defroster ................................ 5-70
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-63
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-64
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7
Moonroof .......................................... 3-49
M
Multi Information Display .............. 6-102
Audio Display .......................... 6-105
Clock ........................................ 6-104
Maintenance Monitor ............... 6-107
Multi Information Display
Functions .................................. 6-103
Outside Temperature Display.... 6-105
Rear View Monitor ................... 6-113
Settings ..................................... 6-111
Trip Computer .......................... 6-105
Warning Indicator ..................... 6-111
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-39
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-63
Overhead Lights ................................ 6-98
Overheating ....................................... 7-11
Overloading ...................................... 4-12
P
Paint Damage .................................... 8-54
Parking Brake ..................................... 5-6
Parking in an Emergency .................... 7-2
Power Door Locks ............................ 3-32
Power Steering .................................. 5-16
Fluid ........................................... 8-25
Power Windows ................................ 3-39
Push-Starting ..................................... 7-17
R
Rear Door Child Safety Locks .......... 3-35
Rear Seat ............................................. 2-9
Rear View Monitor .......................... 6-113
Rear Window Defroster .................... 5-70
Rear Window Washer ....................... 5-69
Index
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