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3. While holding the shoulder and
lap belt portions together, route
the tongue through the child
seat according to the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions. Be
sure the belt webbing is not
twisted.
4. Insert the belt tongue into the
proper buckle (the buckle
closest to the direction the
tongue is coming from) for that
seating position until you hear a
snap and feel the latch engage.
Make sure the tongue is latched
securely by pulling on it.
5. To put the retractor in the
automatic locking mode, grasp
the shoulder portion of the belt
and pull downward until all of
the belt is pulled out.
6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it
retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode.
7. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is
in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more
belt out). If the retractor is not locked, repeat Steps 5 and 6.
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WARNING:Depending on where you secure a child restraint,
and depending on the child restraint design, you may block
access to certain seat belt buckle assemblies and/or LATCH lower
anchors, rendering those features potentially unusable. To avoid risk of
injury, occupants should only use seating positions where they are able
to be properly restrained.
WARNING:Make sure there are no seat belts or foreign objects
near or around the LATCH child-restraint system: Not following
the child-restraint system manufacturer’s instructions when installing
the child-restraint system is dangerous. If seat belts or a foreign object
prevent the child-restraint system from being securely attached to the
LATCH lower anchors and the child-restraint system is installed
improperly, the child-restraint system could move in a sudden stop or
collision causing serious injury or death to the child or other
occupants. When installing the child-restraint system, make sure there
are no seat belts or foreign objects near or around the LATCH lower
anchors. Always follow the child-restraint system manufacturer’s
instructions.
Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions
(center seating use)
The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are spaced
400 mm (16 inches) apart. The standardized spacing for LATCH lower
anchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. A child seat with rigid
LATCH attachments cannot be installed at the center seating position.
LATCH compatible child seats (with attachments on belt webbing) can
only be used at this seating position provided that the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions permit use with the anchor spacing stated.
Do not attach a child seat to any lower anchor if an adjacent child seat is
attached to that anchor.
WARNING:The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors
is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. Do not use LATCH
lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child seat
manufacturer’s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at
least as far apart as those of this vehicle.
Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properly
attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor, if applicable. Tug the
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If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh
sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this
condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster
seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.
The importance of shoulder belts
Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’s
head hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you should
never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a
booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat.
Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does not
stay positioned on the shoulder during use.
Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.
WARNING:Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder
belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it reduces
the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk
of injury or death in a collision.
Child restraint and seat belt maintenance
Inspect the seat belt systems periodically to make sure they work
properly and are not damaged.
NOTE:If unsure about the proper procedures, bring your vehicle to an
authorized Mazda dealership for inspection. Inspect the seat belts to
make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts, replacing if necessary. Check
all emergency locking retractors on all outboard seating positions as well
as the automatic locking mode for child safety seats on all seats except
the driver’s seat. All seat belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles,
front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if
equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt
guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket
assemblies (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower
anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after
a collision. Mazda recommends that all seat belt assemblies used in
vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was
minor and an authorized Mazda technician finds that the belts do not
show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be
replaced. Seat belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be
inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
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WARNING:Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries
contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against
possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or
eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician
immediately.
WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral
position (manual transmission), turn off all accessories and start the
engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the
automatic transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of
this, the transmission may shift firmly when first driven. This operation is
considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its
optimum shift feel.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
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ABS (see Brakes) .....................193
Accessory delay ..........................57
Air cleaner filter ...............304–305
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................36
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................114–115, 124, 127
and child safety seats ............116
description ..............115, 124, 127
disposal ....................................130
driver airbag ............117, 125, 128
indicator light .........124, 126, 130
operation .................117, 125, 128
passenger airbag .....117, 125, 128
side airbag ...............................124
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................210
Ambulance packages ....................7
AM/FM .........................................19
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................282
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................193–194
Anti-theft system ........................83
Audio system (see Radio) .........19
Automatic transmission ............203
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................204
fluid, refill capacities ..............309
fluid, specification ..................309
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....27
Auxiliary power point .................55
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........309refill capacities ........................309
B
Battery .......................................280
acid, treating emergencies .....280
jumping a disabled battery ....238
maintenance-free ....................280
servicing ..................................280
Belt-Minder.............................110
Booster seats .............................144
Brakes ........................................193
anti-lock ...........................193–194
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................194
fluid, checking and adding ....301
fluid, refill capacities ..............309
fluid, specifications .................309
lubricant specifications ..........309
parking ....................................194
shift interlock ..........................202
Bulbs ............................................45
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....309
Car2UHome Automation
System .........................................63
Cargo area shade ........................70
CD ................................................19
Cell phone warning ...................314
Changing a tire .........................226
Child safety seats ......................135
attaching with tether straps ..142
in front seat ............................136
in rear seat ..............................136
LATCH .....................................139
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recommendations ...................133
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................144
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............259
instrument panel ....................261
interior .....................................262
Mazda car care products
.......263
plastic parts
............................260
washing
....................................258
waxing
.....................................258
wheels
......................................259
wiper blades
............................261
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating)
............36
Clock
............................................19
Clutch
fluid
..........................................301
operation while driving
..........206
recommended shift speeds
....207
Console
........................................54
overhead
..............................53–54
Controls
power seat
.................................91
steering column
........................61
Coolant
checking and adding
..............282
refill capacities
................285, 309
specifications
..........................309
Cruise control
.............................59
Cruise control (see Speed
control)
........................................59
Customer Assistance
.......244, 248,
251D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................42
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................301
engine oil .................................276
Driving under special
conditions ..................206, 211, 214
sand .........................................213
snow and ice ...........................215
through water .................213, 216
Dynamic Stability Control ........195
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................238
running out of fuel .........238, 294
Emergency Flashers .................218
Emission control system ..........298
Engine ........................................311
cleaning ...................................259
coolant .....................................282
fail-safe cooling .......................286
idle speed control ...................280
lubrication specifications .......309
refill capacities ........................309
service points ..................272–273
starting after a collision .........218
Engine block heater .................191
Engine oil ..................................276
checking and adding ..............276
dipstick ....................................276
filter, specifications ................279
recommendations ...................279
refill capacities ........................309
specifications ..........................309
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Jump-starting your vehicle ......238
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...............................76–77
Keys .......................................75, 85
positions of the ignition .........186
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................46
cargo lamps ...............................42
daytime running light ...............42
fog lamps ...................................41
headlamps .................................40
headlamps, flash to pass ..........42
instrument panel, dimming .....42
interior lamps .....................44–46
replacing bulbs .........................47
LATCH anchors .........................139
Liftgate ..................................70, 81
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........194
Load limits .................................172
Loading instructions .................179
Locks
autolock ...............................76–77
childproof ..................................79
doors ..........................................76
Lubricant specifications ...........309
Lug nuts ....................................236
Luggage rack ...............................72
Lumbar support, seats ...............91
M
Manual transmission .................206fluid capacities ........................309
fluid, checking and adding ....304
lubricant specifications ..........309
reverse .....................................207
Mirrors ...................................57–58
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................57
fold away ...................................58
heated ........................................59
side view mirrors (power) .......58
Moon roof ....................................61
O
Octane rating ....................292–293
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................276
Overdrive ...................................203
Overheating ...............................237
P
Parking brake ............................194
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................101
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................223
Power door locks ........................76
Power mirrors .............................58
Power point .................................55
Power Seats .................................91
Power steering ..........................200
fluid, refill capacity ................309
fluid, specifications .................309
Power Windows ...........................56
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................201
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Radio ............................................19
Rear-view camera system .........208
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................133
Relays ........................................219
Remote entry system ...........79–80
illuminated entry ................82–83
locking/unlocking doors .....80–81
opening the trunk .....................81
panic alarm ...............................81
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................82
replacing the batteries .............81
Roof rack .....................................72
S
Safety Canopy ...........................124
Safety defects, reporting ..256–257
Safety restraints ..99, 103–106, 108
Belt-Minder...........................110
extension assembly ................110
for adults .........................104–106
for children .............................131
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................101
seat belt maintenance ............147
warning light and chime ........110
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................139
Safety seats for children ..........135
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................312
Satellite Radio .............................19Satellite Radio Information ........32
Scheduled Maintenance ...........264
Seat Belt Maintenance .............147
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ............99, 103–106, 108
Seats ............................................87
child safety seats ....................135
heated ........................................93
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................83
Servicing your vehicle ..............270
Setting the clock .........................19
Side air curtain .........................127
Side-curtain airbags system
(if equipped) .....................125, 128
Snowplowing .................................6
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............130
Spark plugs, specifications .......311
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................6
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................309
Speed control ..............................59
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......189
Starting your vehicle .......186–187,
189
jump starting ..........................238
Steering wheel
controls ......................................61
tilting .........................................52
Stereo
CD-MP3 .....................................19
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