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Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is
necessary, that's the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda professionals is dedicated to providing you with the best
possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you
resell the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All specifications and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at
Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in specifications at any time without notice and without obligation.
Event Data Recorder
This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder. In the event of a crash, this device records data related to
vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time. These data can help provide a better
understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur and lead to the designing of safer
vehicles.
Air Conditioning and the Environment
Your Mazda's genuine air conditioner is filled with HFC134a (R134a), a refrigerant that has been found not to
damage the earth's ozone layer. If the air conditioner does not operate properly, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Perchlorate
Certain components of this vehicle such as [air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, lithium batteries, ...] may
contain Perchlorate Material–Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may find
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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Printed in Japan July 2009(Print2)
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Interior Equipment (View B)
Audio control switch ......................................................................................... page 6-56
Air bags ............................................................................................................. page 2-44
Multi information display ................................................................................ page 6-102
Multi information display (MID) with compact navigation system (if
equipped) .............................................................................. Refer to the separate manual
Climate control system ........................................................................................ page 6-2
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................................................... page 5-71
Information display .......................................................................................... page 6-100
Audio system ..................................................................................................... page 6-15
Glove box ........................................................................................................ page 6-120
Rear window defroster switch ........................................................................... page 5-70
Accessory socket ............................................................................................. page 6-122
Seat warmer switches ........................................................................................ page 2-14
AT shift lever (Sport AT) ................................................................................... page 5-10
Cruise control switches ...................................................................................... page 5-19
7-inch navigation system (if equipped) ................................ Refer to the separate manual
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior Overview
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Starting the engine
The operational range for starting the
engine includes nearly the entire cabin
area except for the luggage compartment.
Interior transmitter
Operational range
NOTElThe luggage compartment is out of the
operational range, however, starting the
engine may be possible.
lThe engine may not start if the advanced
key is placed in the following areas:
lAround the dashboardlIn the storage compartments such as the
glove box
lStarting the engine may be possible even if
the advanced key is outside of the vehicle
and extremely close to a door and window,
however, always start the engine from the
driver's seat.
If the vehicle is started and driven away
while the advanced key is not in the vehicle,
the vehicle will not restart after it is turned
off and the ignition switch is turned to the
Lock position.
lIf the advanced key is detected within
operational range, the operation indicator
light on the transmitter flashes
momentarily.
qLocking, Unlocking with Request
Switch
All doors and the liftgate can be locked/
unlocked by pressing the request switch
on the front doors or the liftgate while the
advanced key is being carried.
Front doors
Request switch
Liftgate
Request switch
To lock
To lock the doors and the liftgate, press
the request switch. A beep sound will be
heard once and the hazard warning lights
will flash once.
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Knowing Your Mazda
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
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qOperation
Arming
The system is armed when the ignition
switch is turned from the ON position to
the ACC or LOCK position. The security
indicator light in the instrument cluster
flashes every 2 seconds until the system is
disarmed.
Disarming
The system is disarmed when the ignition
switch is turned to the ON position with
the registered advanced key.
The security indicator light illuminates for
about 3 seconds and goes out.
If the engine does not start with the
correct advanced key, and the security
indicator light keeps illuminating or
flashing, the system may have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.NOTE
lThe engine may not start and the security
indicator light may illuminate or flash if the
advanced key is placed in an area where it
is difficult for the system to detect the
signal, such as on the dashboard, or in the
glove box. Move the advanced key to
another place, turn the ignition switch to
the LOCK position, and then restart the
engine.
lSignals from a TV or radio station, or from
a transceiver or a mobile telephone could
interfere with your immobilizer system. If
you are using the proper advanced key and
the engine fails to start, check the security
indicator light. If the indicator light is
flashing, turn the ignition switch to the
ACC or LOCK position and wait for a
while, then restart the engine. If it does not
start after 3 or more tries, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lIf the security indicator light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do not
shut off the engine. Go to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer and have it checked. If the
engine is shut off while the indicator light is
flashing, you will not be able to restart it.
lSince the electronic codes are reset when
repairing the immobilizer system, the
advanced key (including auxiliary key) are
needed. Bring all the advanced keys
(including auxiliary keys) to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Knowing Your Mazda
Security System
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Bottle Holder
Bottle holders are on the inside of the
doors.
Bottle holder
CAUTION
Do not use the bottle holders for
containers without caps. The
contents may spill when the door is
opened or closed.
Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when
driving:
Driving with the storage boxes open
is dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in
the storage boxes while parked under
the sun. A lighter could explode or
the plastic material in eyeglasses
could deform and crack from high
temperature.
qGlove Box
To open the glove box, pull the latch
toward you.
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Interior Equipment
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4. Turn the lug wrench clockwise and
raise the vehicle high enough so that
the spare tire can be installed. Before
removing the lug nuts, make sure your
Mazda is firmly in position and that it
cannot slip or move.
5. Remove the lug nuts by turning them
counterclockwise; then remove the
wheel and center cap.
qLocking Lug Nutsí
If your vehicle has optional antitheft
wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will
lock the tires and you must use a special
key to unlock them. This key is attached
to the lug wrench and is stored with the
spare tire. Register them with the lock
manufacturer by filling out the card
provided in the glove box and mailing it
in the accompanying envelope. If you lose
this key, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's
order form, which is with the registration
card.
Special key Antitheft lug nut
To remove an antitheft lug nut
1. Obtain the key for the antitheft lug nut.
2. Place the key on top of the nut, and be
sure to hold the key square to it. If you
hold the key at an angle, you may
damage both key and nut. Don't use a
power impact wrench.
3. Place the lug wrench on top of the key
and apply pressure. Turn the wrench
counterclockwise.
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In Case of an Emergency
íSome models.
Flat Tire
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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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Rear Window Wiper .......................... 5-69
Rearview Mirror ................................ 3-64
Recreational Towing ......................... 7-22
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign
Country ............................................. 9-19
Rocking the Vehicle ............................ 4-9
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................. 9-44
Seat Belt System
Automatic locking ...................... 2-19
Belt minder ................................. 2-28
Center-rear position .................... 2-24
Emergency locking .................... 2-18
Except center-rear position ......... 2-20
Extender ..................................... 2-27
Pregnant women ........................ 2-18
Pretensioner and load limiting .... 2-22
Seat belt precautions .................. 2-16
Warning light/beep ..................... 2-28
Seats
Front seat
(Electrically operated seats) ......... 2-4
Front seat
(Manually operated seats) ............ 2-2
Rear seat ....................................... 2-9
Seat warmer ................................ 2-14
Security System
Immobilizer system
(with advanced key) ................... 3-52
Immobilizer system
(without advanced key) .............. 3-56
Theft-deterrent system ............... 3-60
Service Publications .......................... 9-46
Side Extension Sunvisors .................. 6-97
Spare Tire and Tool Storage ................ 7-3
Specifications .................................... 10-4
S
Speedometer ...................................... 5-39
SRS Air Bags
Driver and front passenger occupant
classification system .................. 2-57
How the SRS air bags work ....... 2-50
Limitations to SRS air bag ......... 2-55
Monitoring and maintenance ..... 2-62
SRS air bag deployment
criteria ........................................ 2-54
Supplemental restraint system
(SRS) precautions ...................... 2-44
Supplemental restraint system
components ................................ 2-49
Starting the Engine .............................. 5-4
Steering Wheel .................................. 3-63
Horn ........................................... 5-71
Storage Compartments .................... 6-120
Cargo securing loops ................ 6-121
Center console .......................... 6-121
Glove box ................................. 6-120
Sunshade ........................................... 3-51
Sunvisors .......................................... 6-97
T
Tachometer ........................................ 5-40
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-39
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-60
Tiedown
Hook .......................................... 7-19
Tire Information ................................ 9-24
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-27
System error activation .............. 5-31
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-29
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-31
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