2011 MAZDA MODEL 2 Change

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qAdding Brake/Clutch Fluid
WARNING
Be careful not to spill brake fluid on
yourself or on the engine:
Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it
gets in your eyes, they could be
seriously injured. If this happens,
immediately flush your eyes with
water and get medical attention.
Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine
could cause a fire.
If the brake/clutch fluid level is low,
have the brakes and clutch inspected: Low brake/clutch fluid levels are
dangerous. Low levels could signal
brake lining wear or a brake system
leak. Your brakes could fail and
cause an accident.
If the fluid level is low, add fluid until it
reaches MAX.
Before adding fluid, thoroughly clean the
area around the cap.
CAUTION
Ø Brake and clutch fluid will
damage painted surfaces. If brake
or clutch fluid does get on a
painted surface, wash it off with
water immediately.
Ø Using nonspecified brake and
clutch fluids (page 10-4) will
damage the systems. Mixing
different fluids will also damage
them.
If the brake/clutch system
frequently requires new fluid,
consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
Automatic transaxle Fluid
(ATF)
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qInspecting Automatic transaxle
Fluid Level
The automatic transaxle fluid level should
be inspected regularly. Measure it as
described below.
The volume of fluid changes with
temperature. Fluid must be checked while
idling the engine without driving at
normal operating temperature.
CAUTION
Ø Low fluid level causes transaxle
slippage. Overfilling can cause
foaming, loss of fluid, and
transaxle malfunction.
Ø Use specified fluid (page 10-4). A
nonspecified fluid could result in
transaxle malfunction and failure.
1. Park on a level surface and set the parking brake firmly.
2. Start the engine and depress the brake pedal.
3. Move the shift lever through all ranges and set it at P.
WARNING
Make sure the brake pedal is applied
before shifting the shift lever: Shifting the shift lever without first
depressing the brake pedal is
dangerous. The vehicle could move
suddenly and cause an accident.
4. With the engine still idling, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and put it back.
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Maintenance and Care
íSome models.
Owner Maintenance
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Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should
be lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
Wiper Blades
CAUTION
ØHot waxes applied by automatic
car washers have been known to
affect the wiper's ability to clean
windows.
Ø To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
Ø When the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition is
switched ON, the wipers may
move automatically in the
following cases:
ØIf the windshield above the rain
sensor is touched.
ØIf the windshield above the rain
sensor is wiped with a cloth.
ØIf the windshield is struck with
a hand or other object.
ØIf the rain sensor is struck with
a hand or other object from
inside the vehicle.
Be careful not to pinch hands or
fingers as it may cause injury, or
damage the wipers. When
washing or servicing your Mazda,
make sure the wiper lever is in the
OFF position.
Contamination of either the windshield or
the blades with foreign matter can reduce
wiper effectiveness. Common sources are
insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments
used by some commercial car washes.
If the blades are not wiping properly,
clean the window and blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse
thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if
necessary.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Personalization Features
The following“Personalization Features ”are available. These settings can only be changed by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Setting Function Initial Setting After Setting Change
Auto headlight on/off The headlight illumination on/off timing based
on surrounding lightness/darkness can be
changed Standard
(Illuminates under average levels of
darkness) Earlier/
Somewhat earlier/ Somewhat later/
Later
Two-step down
power window The two-step down power window function can
be changed
Activated Deactivated
Adjusts the window opening range 3 cm (1 in) 2―10 cm (0.8― 3.9 in)
Personalization Features
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HeadlightsControl ....................................... 5-51
Flashing ...................................... 5-53
High-low beam .......................... 5-53
On reminder ............................... 5-52
Hood Release .................................... 3-20
Horn .................................................. 5-60
I
Ignition Keys ............................................. 3-2
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ................. 6-38
Immobilizer System .......................... 3-21
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-36 Cruise ......................................... 5-48
DSC OFF .................................... 5-47
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-46
Low engine coolant
temperature ................................ 5-47
O/D OFF .................................... 5-46
Power steering malfunction ........ 5-48
Security ...................................... 5-46
Shift position .............................. 5-47
TCS/DSC ................................... 5-47
Turn signal/hazard warning ........ 5-48
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-29
Interior Care ...................................... 8-51
Interior Lights ................................... 6-38
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-18
K
Keyless Entry System ......................... 3-3
K
Keys .................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-54
Liftgate .............................................. 3-11 Luggage compartment ............... 3-14
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-32
Specifications ............................. 10-5
Lighting Control ............................... 5-51
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light ............ 6-39
M
Maintenance Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance precautions ... 8-9
Owner maintenance schedule ....... 8-8
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Manual Transaxle Operation ............. 5-10 Recommendations for shifting .... 5-11
Meters and Gauges ........................... 5-29
Mirror Defroster ................................ 5-59
Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-24
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-25
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-30
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-24
Overhead Light ................................. 6-38
Overheating ....................................... 7-15
Overloading ...................................... 4-10
11-4
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-23System error activation .............. 5-27
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-25
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-27
Tires Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-26
Replacement ............................... 8-28
Rotation ...................................... 8-27
Snow tires .................................... 4-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Tire chains .................................... 4-9
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-19
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing Description ................................. 7-22
Emergency towing ..................... 7-22
Hook .......................................... 7-23
Recreational towing ................... 7-24
Trailer towing ............................. 4-12
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-20 TCS/DSC indicator light ............ 5-20
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-12
Trip Computer ................................... 5-32
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-30
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-54
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-38
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-36 ABS ............................................ 5-38
Air bag system ........................... 5-41
Brake system .............................. 5-38
Charging system ......................... 5-39
Check engine .............................. 5-40
Check fuel cap ........................... 5-42
Door-ajar .................................... 5-43
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-40
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-41
High engine coolant
temperature ................................ 5-41
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-43
Seat belt ...................................... 5-42
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-44
Warranty ............................................ 9-12
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-18
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-30
Windows Power windows .......................... 3-15
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-58
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-55 Blades replacement .................... 8-19
Winter Driving .................................... 4-8
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