Black plate (233,1)
qLights-On Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
exterior lights and dashboard illumination
are on.
qTurn Signal/Hazard Warning
Indicator Lights
When operating the turn signal lights, the
left or right turn signal indicator light
flashes to indicate which turn signal light
is operating (page 5-67).
When operating the hazard warning
lights, both turn signal indicator lights
flash (page 5-76).
NOTE
If an indicator light remains illuminated (does
not flash) or if it flashes abnormally, one of the
turn signal bulbs may be burned out.
Beep Sounds
qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt
Pretensioner System Warning Beep
If a malfunction is detected in the air bag/
front seat belt pretensioner systems and
the warning light, a warning beep sound
will be heard for about 5 seconds every
minute.
The air bag and seat belt pretensioner
system warning beep sound will continue
to be heard for approximately 35 minutes.
Have your vehicle inspected at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
WARNING
Do not drive the vehicle with the air
bag/front seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep sounding:
Driving the vehicle with the air bag/
front seat belt pretensioner system
warning beep sounding is dangerous.
In a collision, the air bags and the
front seat belt pretensioner system
will not deploy and this could result
in death or serious injury.
Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
to have the vehicle inspected as soon
as possible.
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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Turn and Lane-Change
Signals
Turn Signals
Move the signal lever down (for a left
turn) or up (for a right turn) to the stop
position. The signal will self-cancel after
the turn is completed.
If the indicator light continues to flash
after a turn, manually return the lever to
its original position.
(Type A)
Right turn
Left turn Right lane change
Left lane changeOFF
(Type B)
Right turn
Left turn Right lane change
Left lane changeOFF
Green indicators on the dashboard show
which signal is working.
Lane-change signals
Move the lever slightly toward the
direction of the change―until the
indicator flashes―and hold it there. It
will return to the off position when
released.
NOTE
If an indicator light stays on without flashing
or if it flashes abnormally, one of the turn
signal bulbs may be burned out.
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
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Light Bulbs
Headlights (Low beam) Headlights (High beam)
High-mount brake lightFog lights
Front turn signal lightsSide turn signal lights
Courtesy lights
Some models.
License plate lights
Brake lights/TaillightsOverhead light/Map lights (Front)
Vanity mirror lights Overhead light (Center) Overhead light (Rear)
Front side marker lights
Rear side marker lights
Rear turn signal lights Reverse lights
Luggage
compartment light
Parking lights
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5. Remove the bulb by pushing it in
slightly and turning it
counterclockwise.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Front side marker lights, Front turn
signal lights
1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.
3. Remove the attachment bolts and the
coolant reservoir before replacing the
light bulb.
4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.5. Remove the bulb by pushing it in
slightly and turning it
counterclockwise.
Front side marker lights
Front turn signal lights
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
7. Install the coolant reservoir. If you are
unsure of how tight the bolts should be,
have them inspected at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
Bolt tightening torque
N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf)6.9―11.8
(0.7―1.2, 5.1―8.7)
Fog lightsí
1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.
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2. Turn the screws counterclockwise and
remove them.
3. Turn the screws and the center section
of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then remove the mudguard.
Removal
Installation
4. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector downward.
5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
Carefully remove the bulb from its
socket in the reflector by gently pulling
it straight backward out of the socket.
6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer
lIf the halogen bulb is accidentally touched,
it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol
before being used.
lUse the protective cover and carton of the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly out of the reach of children.
Side turn signal lightsí, Brake lights,
Taillights, High-mount brake light
Due to the complexity and difficulty of
the procedure, the LED bulbs must be
replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
LED bulb replacement is not possible because
it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Rear turn signal lights, Rear side-
marker light
1. Turn the bolts counterclockwise and
remove them.
2. Pull the unit rearward to remove it.
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.Rear turn signal lights
Rear side-marker light
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
HeadlightsHigh beam 60 HB3 (HB3)
Low beamHalogen 55 H11 (H11)
Xenon fusion 35 D2S (D2S)
Front turn signal lights 21 WY21W (23CP)
Front side-marker lights 5 WY5W (3CP)
Parking lights 5 W5W (4CP)
Fog lights
í51 HB4 (#9006)
Side turn signal lights (Integrated with outside mirrors)íLED*1―(―)
High-mount brake light LED*1―(―)
Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W (23CP)
Taillights/Brake lights LED
*1―(―)
Reverse lights 21 W21W (#7440)
License plate lights 5 W5W (4CP)
Rear side-marker lights 5 W5W (4CP)
*1 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
Interior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R
Overhead lights/Map lights (Front) 8―
Overhead light (Center) 10―
Overhead light (Rear) 10―
Courtesy lights 5 T10
Vanity mirror lights 2―
Luggage compartment light 10―
qTires
NOTE
The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
When replacing tires, Mazda recommends that you replace tires of the same type originally fitted to
your vehicle. For details, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
10-6íSome models.
Specifications
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H
HomeLink Wireless Control
System .............................................. 5-76
Hood Release .................................... 3-49
Horn .................................................. 5-75
I
Ignition
Keys ........................................... 3-21
Switch .......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System ............... 6-188
Immobilizer System
(with Advanced Key) ........................ 3-53
Immobilizer System
(without Advanced Key) ................... 3-57
Indicator Lights ................................. 5-44
BSM OFF ................................... 5-58
Cruise ......................................... 5-58
Headlight high-beam .................. 5-57
Security ...................................... 5-56
Shift position .............................. 5-57
TCS OFF .................................... 5-58
TCS/DSC/RSC ........................... 5-57
Turn-signal/hazard warning ....... 5-59
Information Display ........................ 6-190
Ambient temperature display .... 6-191
Audio display ........................... 6-192
Climate control display ............ 6-192
Clock ........................................ 6-191
Information display functions ... 6-190
Trip computer ........................... 6-192
Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-39
Interior Care ...................................... 8-60
Interior Lights ................................. 6-188
J
Jump-Starting .................................... 7-18
K
Keyless Entry System ....................... 3-22
Keys .................................................. 3-21
L
Label Information ............................. 10-2
Lane-Change Signals ........................ 5-67
Liftgate .............................................. 3-33
Light Bulbs
Replacement ............................... 8-38
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Lighting Control ............................... 5-61
Lubricant Quality .............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light .......... 6-189
M
Maintenance
Introduction .................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions ................................. 8-17
Owner maintenance schedule ..... 8-16
Scheduled ..................................... 8-3
Map Lights ...................................... 6-189
Mirror Defroster ................................ 5-75
Mirrors
Outside mirrors .......................... 3-64
Rearview mirror ......................... 3-65
Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-6
Moonroof .......................................... 3-50
O
Odometer and Trip Meter .................. 5-40
Outside Mirrors ................................. 3-64
Overhead Console ........................... 6-197
Overhead Lights .............................. 6-188
Overheating ....................................... 7-16
Index
11-5
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