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Interior Equipment (View C)
Seat belts ............................................................................................................ page 2-14
SRS air bag ........................................................................................................ page 2-44
Remote fuel-filler lid release ............................................................................. page 3-48
Trunk release lever ............................................................................................. page 3-41
Bottle holder .................................................................................................... page 6-110
Vanity mirror ...................................................................................................... page 6-95
Overhead lights .................................................................................................. page 6-96
Rearview mirror ................................................................................................. page 3-66
Sunvisor ............................................................................................................. page 6-95
Seat warmer switches ........................................................................................ page 2-12
Cup holders ...................................................................................................... page 6-109
Front seats ............................................................................................................ page 2-2
Center console ................................................................................................. page 6-111
Rear seat .............................................................................................................. page 2-7
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
Interior Overview
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Rear (4 Door)
Trunk lid ............................................................................................................ page 3-41
Outside mirror .................................................................................................... page 3-65
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-37
Fuel-filler lid ...................................................................................................... page 3-48
Light bulbs ......................................................................................................... page 8-44
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
Exterior Overview
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Rear (5 Door)
Rear wiper blade ................................................................................................ page 8-30
Liftgate .............................................................................................................. page 3-37
Antenna ............................................................................................................. page 6-16
Fuel-filler lid ...................................................................................................... page 3-48
Child safety lock ................................................................................................ page 3-36
Outside mirror .................................................................................................... page 3-65
Tires ................................................................................................................... page 8-37
Light bulbs ......................................................................................................... page 8-44
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
Exterior Overview
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3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System ................................ 3-2Advanced Keysí...................................................................... 3-2
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions ......................... 3-7
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions ............................. 3-16
Advanced Key Suspend Function ........................................... 3-20
Warning Lights and Beep Sounds ........................................... 3-21
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated ............................ 3-24
Doors and Locks ......................................................................... 3-25 Keys ........................................................................................ 3-25
Keyless Entry System
í.......................................................... 3-26
Door Locks ............................................................................. 3-32
Liftgate (5 Door) ..................................................................... 3-37
Trunk Lid (4 Door) ................................................................. 3-41
Inside Trunk Release Lever ..................................................... 3-43
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-45
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-48
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-49
Moonroof
í............................................................................. 3-51
Security System ........................................................................... 3-54 Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key) ............................. 3-54
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key) ........................ 3-58
Theft-Deterrent System
í........................................................ 3-62
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-65 Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-65
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-65
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NOTElAfter starting the engine, the push button
start indicator lights (ACC and ON) turn
off and the ignition is in the ON position.
lAfter pressing the push button start and
before the engine starts, the operation
sound of the fuel pump motor from near the
fuel tank can be heard, however, this does
not indicate a malfunction.
8. After starting the engine, let it idle forabout ten seconds.
NOTE
lWhether the engine is cold or warm, it
should be started without the use of the
accelerator.
lIf the engine does not start the first time,
refer to Starting a Flooded Engine under
Emergency Starting. If the engine still does
not start, have your vehicle inspected by an
Authorized Mazda Dealer (page 7-18).
Starting the engine using the auxiliary
key
If the engine cannot be started for reasons
such as the advanced key battery is dead,
the engine can be started using the
auxiliary key.
1. Slide the auxiliary key out from the bottom of the advanced key.
2. Use the auxiliary key to remove the key slot cover.
3. Depress the clutch pedal (manual transaxle) or the brake pedal (automatic
transaxle) until the ring around the key
slot starts flashing. 4. Insert the auxiliary key into the slot
while it is flashing, but DO NOT
TURN THE AUXILIARY KEY IN
THE SLOT.
CAUTION
After inserting the auxiliary key, do
not attempt to turn it in the key slot.
It could damage the vehicle or the
auxiliary key.
5. Press the push button start to start the engine.
NOTE
lLeave the auxiliary key in the key slot while
the engine is running.
lWhen leaving the vehicle, remove the
auxiliary key from the key slot and the
vehicle.
lTo switch the ignition position, insert the
auxiliary key into the key slot and press the
push button start without the clutch pedal
(manual transaxle) or the brake pedal
(automatic transaxle) depressed.
Turning the engine off
1. Stop the vehicle completely.
2. (Manual transaxle)
Shift into neutral.
(Automatic transaxle)
Shift the shift lever to the P position.
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Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System
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Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
WARNING
When removing the fuel-filler cap,
loosen the cap slightly and wait for any
hissing to stop. Then remove it:Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
if ingested. Fuel spray is released
when there is pressure in the fuel
tank and the fuel-filler cap is
removed too quickly.
Before refueling, stop the engine, and
always keep sparks and flames away
from the filler neck: Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be
ignited by sparks or flames causing
serious burns and injuries.
Additionally, use of the incorrect fuel-
filler cap or not using a fuel-filler cap
may result in fuel leak, which could
result in serious burns or death in an
accident.
CAUTION
Always use only a genuine Mazda
fuel-filler cap or an approved
equivalent, available at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong
cap can result in a serious
malfunction of the fuel and emission
control systems. It may also cause
the check engine light in the
instrument cluster to illuminate.
qFuel-Filler Lid
To open, pull the remote fuel-filler lid
release.
5 door
Remote fuel-filler
lid release
4 door
Remote fuel-filler
lid release
qFuel-Filler Cap
To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it
counterclockwise.
Attach the removed cap to the inner side
of the fuel lid.
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To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it
clockwise until two or more clicks are
heard.
Open
Close
CAUTION
If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates, the fuel-filler cap may
not be properly installed. If the
warning light illuminates, park your
vehicle safely off the right-of-way,
remove the fuel-filler cap and
reinstall it correctly. After the cap has
been correctly installed, the fuel cap
warning light may continue to
illuminate until a number of driving
cycles have been completed. A drive
cycle consists of starting the engine
(after four or more hours with the
engine off) and driving the vehicle on
city and highway roads.
Continuing to drive with the check
fuel cap warning light illuminated
could cause the check engine light to
illuminate as well.
Hood
WARNING
Always check that the hood is closed
and securely locked:A hood that is not closed and
securely locked is dangerous as it
could fly open while the vehicle is
moving and block the driver's vision
which could result in a serious
accident.
qOpening the Hood
1. With the vehicle parked, pull the
release handle to unlock the hood.
Release handle
2. Insert your hand into the hood opening,
slide the hood latch lever to the right,
and lift the hood.
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4Before Driving Your Mazda
Important information about driving your Mazda.
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ 4-2Fuel Requirements .................................................................... 4-2
Emission Control System .......................................................... 4-4
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) ......................................... 4-5
Before Starting the Engine ........................................................... 4-6 Before Getting In ...................................................................... 4-6
After Getting In ......................................................................... 4-6
Driving Tips ................................................................................... 4-7 Break-In Period ......................................................................... 4-7
Money-Saving Suggestions ...................................................... 4-7
Hazardous Driving .................................................................... 4-8
Floor Mat .................................................................................. 4-8
Rocking the Vehicle .................................................................. 4-9
Winter Driving .......................................................................... 4-9
Driving In Flooded Area ......................................................... 4-11
Overloading ............................................................................ 4-12
Driving on Uneven Road ........................................................ 4-13
Turbocharger Information
í.................................................... 4-14
Towing ......................................................................................... 4-15 Trailer Towing ......................................................................... 4-15
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