2010 MAZDA MODEL CX-7 fuel

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Interior Equipment (View C)
Luggage compartment light ............................................................................... page 6-99
Seat belt ............................................................................................................. page 2-16
Air bags ............................................................................................................. page 2-44
Overhead light ................................................................................................... page 6-98
Center console ................................................................................................. page 6-121
Bottle holder .................................................................................................... page 6-120
Remote fuel-filler lid release ............................................................................. page 3-47
Vanity mirror ...................................................................................................... page 6-97
Moonroof switch ............................................................................................... page 3-49
Rearview mirror ................................................................................................. page 3-64
Sunvisor ............................................................................................................. page 6-97
Front seats ............................................................................................................ page 2-2
Cup holder ....................................................................................................... page 6-119
Accessory socket ............................................................................................. page 6-122
Rear seat .............................................................................................................. page 2-9
Luggage compartment cover ............................................................................. page 3-37
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
Interior Overview
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Front
Hood .................................................................................................................. page 3-48
Windshield wiper blades .................................................................................... page 8-30
Moonroof ........................................................................................................... page 3-49
Doors and keys .................................................................................................. page 3-31
Fuel-filler lid ...................................................................................................... page 3-46
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-36
Light bulbs ......................................................................................................... page 8-41
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Exterior Overview
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3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2
Advanced Keysí...................................................................... 3-2
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-14
Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-18
Warning and Beep Sounds ...................................................... 3-19
Setting Change (Function Customization) .............................. 3-21
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated ............................ 3-22
Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-23
Keys (with Retractable Type Key) .......................................... 3-23
Keyless Entry System ............................................................. 3-24
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-31
Liftgate .................................................................................... 3-36
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-39
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-46
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-48
Moonroof
í............................................................................. 3-49
Security System ........................................................................... 3-52
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-52
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-56
Theft-Deterrent System
í........................................................ 3-60
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-63
Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-63
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-63
3-1íSome models.
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ACC (Accessory)
The steering wheel unlocks and some
electrical accessories will operate.
NOTE
The Advanced Keyless Entry System does not
function in the ACC position, and the doors
will not lock/unlock using the transmitter or
request switches even if the advanced key is
carried away from the vehicle.
ON
This is the normal running position after
the engine is started. The warning lights
(except brakes) should be inspected
before the engine is started (page 5-43).
NOTE
When the ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, the sound of the fuel pump motor
operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This
does not indicate an abnormality.
START
The engine is started in this position. It
will crank until you release the start knob;
then it returns to the ON position. The
brake warning light can be checked after
the engine is started (page 5-43).
Starting the engine
NOTE
lEngine-starting is controlled by the spark
ignition system.
This system meets all Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Standard
requirements regulating the impulse
electrical field strength of radio noise.
lThe advanced key must be carried because
the advanced key carries an immobilizer
chip that must communicate with the engine
controls at short range.
lWhen starting the engine, be sure the start
knob is securely attached before trying to
operate it. If the knob becomes detached
from the ignition switch, re-attach it by
pushing it on to the ignition switch.
1. Make sure the advanced key is being
carried.
2. Occupants should fasten their seat
belts.
3. Make sure the parking brake is on.
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must
restart the engine while the vehicle is
moving, shift into neutral (N).
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Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
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2. Press and hold the request switch on
the driver's door. After the doors and
the liftgate are locked, the windows
and the moonroof close as long as the
request switch is pressed.
Request switch
To stop the windows and the moonroof
from closing, release the request switch. If
the operation is performed from the
beginning again, the windows and the
moonroof close.
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING
When removing the fuel-filler cap,
loosen the cap slightly and wait for any
hissing to stop. Then remove it:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
if ingested. Fuel spray is released
when there is pressure in the fuel
tank and the fuel-filler cap is
removed too quickly.
Before refueling, stop the engine, and
always keep sparks and flames away
from the filler neck:
Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be
ignited by sparks or flames causing
serious burns and injuries.
Additionally, use of the incorrect fuel-
filler cap or not using a fuel-filler cap
may result in fuel leak, which could
result in serious burns or death in an
accident.
CAUTION
Always use only a genuine Mazda
fuel-filler cap or an approved
equivalent, available at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong
cap can result in a serious
malfunction of the fuel and emission
control systems. It may also cause
the check engine light in the
instrument cluster to illuminate.
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Doors and Locks
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qFuel-Filler Lid
To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid
release.
Remote fuel-filler
lid release
qFuel-Filler Cap
To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it
counterclockwise.
To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it
clockwise until two or more clicks are
heard.
Open
Close
CAUTION
If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates, the fuel-filler cap may
not be properly installed. If the
warning light illuminates, park your
vehicle safely off the right-of-way,
remove the fuel-filler cap and
reinstall it correctly. After the cap has
been correctly installed, the fuel cap
warning light may continue to
illuminate until a number of driving
cycles have been completed. A drive
cycle consists of starting the engine
(after four or more hours with the
engine off) and driving the vehicle on
city and highway roads.
Continuing to drive with the check
fuel cap warning light illuminated
could cause the check engine light to
illuminate as well.
NOTE
The removed cap can be attached to the inner
side of the lid during refueling to prevent fuel
on the cap from dripping onto the vehicle.
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4Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ 4-2
Fuel Requirements .................................................................... 4-2
Emission Control System .......................................................... 4-4
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......................................... 4-5
Before Starting the Engine ........................................................... 4-6
Before Getting In ...................................................................... 4-6
After Getting In ......................................................................... 4-6
Driving Tips ................................................................................... 4-7
Break-In Period ......................................................................... 4-7
Money-Saving Suggestions ...................................................... 4-7
Hazardous Driving .................................................................... 4-8
Floor Mat .................................................................................. 4-9
Rocking the Vehicle .................................................................. 4-9
Winter Driving ........................................................................ 4-10
Driving In Flooded Area ......................................................... 4-11
Overloading ............................................................................ 4-12
Driving on Uneven Road ........................................................ 4-13
Turbocharger Information
í.................................................... 4-14
Towing ......................................................................................... 4-15
Trailer Towing ......................................................................... 4-15
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Fuel Requirements
Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
2.3-liter engine
Fuel Octane Rating*(Anti-knock index)
Premium unleaded fuel 91 [ (R
M)/2 method] (96 RON) recommended
* U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps.
This vehicle is designed to use 91 [ (RM)/2 method] (96RON) or higher gasoline for
best performance. If 91 [ (R
M)/2 method] (96RON) is not available, 87[ (RM)/2
method] (91RON) gasoline can be used. Use of gasoline lower than 91 [ (R
M)/2
method] (96RON) can decrease performance, deteriorate shift quality and cause engine
knocking during its use.
2.5-liter engine
Fuel Octane Rating
*(Anti-knock index)
Regular unleaded fuel 87 [ (R
M)/2 method] or above (91 RON or above)
* U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps.
Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane (91 RON) could cause the emission control system
to lose effectiveness. It could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.
CAUTION
ØUSE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead
to deterioration of the emission control system and or failures.
ØYour vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 % ethanol
by volume. Damage to your vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this
recommendation, or if the gasoline contains any methanol. Stop using gasohol of
any kind if your vehicle engine is performing poorly.
ØNever add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those
specified by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally
referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your
vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10 %. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as
ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name“Gasohol”.
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Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions
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