Black plate (463,1)
Towing Description
We recommend that towing be done only
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a
commercial tow-truck service.
Proper lifting and towing are necessary to
prevent damage to the vehicle.
Particularly when towing a AWD vehicle,
where all the wheels are connected to the
drive train, proper transporting of the
vehicle is absolutely essential to avoid
damaging the drive system. Government
and local laws must be followed.
Wheel dollies
A towed 2WD vehicle should have its
drive wheels (front wheels) off the
ground. If excessive damage or other
conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies.
When towing a 2WD vehicle with the rear
wheels on the ground, release the parking
brake.
A towed AWD vehicle must have all its
wheels off the ground.
CAUTION
Do not tow the vehicle pointed
backward with driving wheels on the
ground. This may cause internal
damage to the transaxle.
CAUTION
Do not tow with sling-type
equipment. This could damage your
vehicle. Use wheel-lift or flatbed
equipment.
In Case of an Emergency
Emergency Towing
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qFuse Panel Description
Fuse block (Engine compartment)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED COMPONENT
1 MAIN 150 A For protection of all circuits
2 ENGINE 20 A Transaxle control system
3 R HEATER 40 A Heater
4 P.SEAT R 30 A Power seat (RH)
í
5 HEATER 50 A Heater
6 IGKEY2 40 A For protection of various circuits
7 FAN130 A
íCooling fan
40 Aí
8 P.SEAT L 40 A Power seat (LH)í
9 DEFOG 30 A Rear window defroster
10 BTN 40 A For protection of various circuits
11 FUEL PUMP 30 A Fuel pump
12 IGKEY1 30 A For protection of various circuits
13 FOG 15 A Fog lights
í
14 ABS (SOL) 30 A ABS solenoid
15 D/L 25 A Power door locks
16 ROOM 15 A Overhead light
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED COMPONENT
17 OUTLET CTR 15 A Accessory socket (Center)
18 OUTLET RR 15 A Accessory socket (Rear)
19 AC PWR 15 A Moon roof
í, DC/AC inverter
20 S.WARM 15 A Seat warmerí
21 A/C MAG 10 A Air conditioner
22 BOSE 25 A Audio system (Bose®Sound System-equipped model)í
23 FAN230 AíCooling fan
40 Aí
24 ABS 50 A ABS
25 IG COIL 25 A Ignition system
26 H/L LOW L 15 A Headlight-left (Low beam)
27 H/L LOW R 15 A Headlight-right (Low beam)
28 H/L HIGH 20 A Headlight-high (High beam)
29 HAZARD 15 A Hazard warning flashers
30
10 A PCM
31 HORN 15 A Horn
32 STOP 7.5 A Brake lights
33 EGI INJ 10 A Engine control system
34 ENG BAR 20 A Air flow sensor, EGR control valve
35 ENG BAR 2 7.5 A PCM
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íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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Fuse block (Glove box)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATINGPROTECTED COMPONENT
1 OUTLET FR 15 A Accessory socket (Front)
2 MIRROR 7.5 A Power control mirror
3―― ―
4 METER 10 A Instrument cluster
5 SAS 7.5 A ABS, Air bag
6 ENG.IGA 7.5 A Engine control system
7 STA 7.5 A Ignition system
8―― ―
9 A/C 7.5 A Air conditioner
10 R.WIPER 15 A Rear window wiper and washer
11 TRAILER――
12 P.LIFT GATE 20 A Power lift gate
í
13 SUNROOF 15 A Moonroofí
14 AUDIO 10 A Audio system
15 M.DEF 10 A Mirror defrosterí
16―― ―
17 TAIL 10 A Taillight
18 ILLUMI 10 A Dashboard illumination
19 INJ 7.5 A Injectors
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íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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Black plate (548,1)
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your
vehicle's performance or safety systems; the Mazda warranty doesn't cover this. Before you
install any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
WARNING
Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine parts or
accessories:
Installation of non-genuine parts or accessories is dangerous. Improperly designed
parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle's performance or safety
systems. This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of
injuries in an accident.
Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as
mobile telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems:
Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment or choosing an
improper installer is dangerous. Essential systems could be damaged, causing engine
stalling, air-bag (SRS) activation, ABS/TCS/DSC inactivation, or a fire in the vehicle.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.
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Warranty
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Vehicle Loading
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to keep
your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a trailer.
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining
your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle's Safety
Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:
WARNING
Overloaded Vehicle:
Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious
consequences in terms of passenger safety. Too much weight on a vehicle's
suspension system can cause spring or shock absorber failure, brake failure,
handling or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the
distance required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading, brakes can fail
completely, particularly on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a
combination of the size of the tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation
pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the
vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all
standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment.
Vehicle Curb Weightis the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your
dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
PAYLOAD
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A
Accessory Socket ............................ 6-195
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-20
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2
Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-18
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-18
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-8
Operational range ......................... 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-14
Service ......................................... 3-7
Setting change ............................ 3-21
Warning and beep sounds .......... 3-19
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-22
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-51
All-Wheel Drive
(AWD) Operation ............................. 5-17
AWD Warning light ................... 5-18
Ambient Temperature Display ........ 6-185
Antenna ............................................. 6-17
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8
Warning light ............................... 5-8
Appearance Care ............................... 8-54
Armrest Box .................................... 6-192
Audio System ................................... 6-17
Audio control switch .................. 6-63
Audio set (Type A) ..................... 6-27
Audio set (Type B) ..................... 6-37
AUX mode ................................. 6-66
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-17
Safety certification ..................... 6-69
A
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips ................................ 5-16
Fluid ........................................... 8-24
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-13
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-13
Transaxle ranges ........................ 5-12
B
Battery
Emergency starting .................... 7-16
Maintenance ............................... 8-31
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beeps
Ignition key reminder ................. 5-60
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-60
Parking brake reminder .............. 5-60
Seat belt warning beep Sounds ... 5-60
Tire inflation pressure warning
beep ............................................ 5-60
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5
After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Blind Spot Monitoring
(BSM) System .................................. 5-34
BSM OFF Indicator Light .......... 5-36
BSM OFF Switch ....................... 5-37
Care of Radar Sensors ................ 5-37
Warning Light/Beep ................... 5-36
Bluetooth Audio (Type B) .............. 6-123
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B
Bluetooth Hands-Free
(Panel Operation) ............................ 6-159
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
Operation ................................. 6-161
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ...................................... 6-164
Hands-Free Setting ................... 6-167
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free
Customer Service ..................... 6-170
Safety Certification .................. 6-169
When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot
be Used .................................... 6-169
Bluetooth Hands-Free
(Voice Recognition) ........................ 6-131
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free
Operation ................................. 6-136
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ...................................... 6-141
Hands-Free Setting ................... 6-149
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free
Customer Service ..................... 6-158
Safety Certification .................. 6-157
When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot
be Used .................................... 6-157
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-27
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-191
Brake
Fluid ........................................... 8-23
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-8
Brakes assist ................................. 5-9
Foot brake .................................... 5-5
Pad wear indicator ...................... 5-10
Parking brake ............................... 5-6
Warning light ............................... 5-7
Break-In Period ................................... 4-6
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-38
C
Capacities .......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide ............................... 4-4
Cargo Securing Loops .................... 6-192
Cargo Sub-Compartment ................ 6-193
Catalytic Converter ............................. 4-3
Cell Phones ....................................... 9-21
Center Console ................................ 6-192
Child Restraint
Child restraint precautions ......... 2-35
Installing child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-39
LATCH child-restraint
systems ....................................... 2-46
Child Safety Locks for Rear Doors ... 3-33
Climate Control System ...................... 6-2
Gas specifications ...................... 10-5
Clock ............................................... 6-185
Coin Box ......................................... 6-192
Courtesy Lights ............................... 6-183
Cruise Control ................................... 5-20
Cup Holder ...................................... 6-189
Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2
D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-42
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-64
Defroster
Mirror ......................................... 5-73
Rear window .............................. 5-73
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ....................................... 3-30
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-12
Driving on Uneven Road .................. 4-13
Index
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