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Interior Equipment (View B)
Audio control switches ...................................................................................... page 6-65
SRS air bags ...................................................................................................... page 2-55
Cruise control switches ...................................................................................... page 5-20
Information display .......................................................................................... page 6-186
Climate control system ........................................................................................ page 6-2
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................................................... page 5-75
Navigation system (if equipped) .......................................... Refer to the separate manual
Glove compartment ......................................................................................... page 6-194
Accessory socket ............................................................................................. page 6-197
AT shift lever ...................................................................................................... page 5-11
Seat warmer switches ........................................................................................ page 2-18
Rear window defroster switch ........................................................................... page 5-73
Hood release handle .......................................................................................... page 3-49
Coin box .......................................................................................................... page 6-194
Audio system ..................................................................................................... page 6-17
Multi information display .................................................................................. page 6-39
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Interior Overview
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Do not modify the supplemental restraint system:
Modifying the components or wiring of the supplemental restraint system is
dangerous. You could accidentally activate it or make it inoperable. Do not make
any modifications to the supplemental restraint system. This includes installing trim,
badges, or anything else over the air bag modules. It also includes installing extra
electrical equipment on or near system components or wiring. An Authorized Mazda
Dealer can provide the special care needed in the removal and installation of front
seats. It is important to protect the air bag wiring and connections to assure that the
bags do not accidentally deploy, the driver seat slide position sensor and front
passenger seat weight sensors are not damaged and that the seats retain an
undamaged air bag connection.
NOTE
lWhen an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released.
Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries
on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.
lShould you sell your Mazda, we urge you to tell the new owner of its air bag systems and that
familiarization with all instructions about them, from the Owner's Manual, is important.
lOn some models, a highly-visible label is displayed which warns against the use of rear-facing
child-restraint systems on the front passenger seat.
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qSpeedometer
The speedometer indicates the speed of
the vehicle.
qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip
Meter Selector
The display mode can be changed
between trip meter A and trip meter B by
pressing the selector while one of them is
displayed. The selected mode will be
displayed.
Selector
Trip meter
Odometer
Trip meter B
Press the selector Press the selector Trip meter AOdometer
Odometer
Odometer
The odometer records the total distance
the vehicle has been driven.
Trip meter
The trip meter can record the total
distance of two trips. One is recorded in
trip meter A, and the other is recorded in
trip meter B.
For instance, trip meter A can record the
distance from the point of origin, and trip
meter B can record the distance from
where the fuel tank is filled.
When trip meter A is selected, pressing
the selector again within one second will
change to trip meter B mode.
When trip meter A is selected, TRIP A
will be displayed. When trip meter B is
selected, TRIP B will be displayed.
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qFuel Gauge
The fuel gauge shows approximately how
much fuel is remaining in the tank when
the ignition is switched ON.
We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4
full. When the low fuel warning light
illuminates or when the needle is near E,
refuel as soon as possible.
Low fuel
warning lightFull
Approx. 1/4 Full
NOTElAfter refueling, it may require some time for
the needle to stabilize. In addition, the
needle may deviate while driving on a slope
or curve since the fuel moves in the tank.
lThe direction of the arrow () next to the
low fuel warning light indicates that the
fuel-filler lid is on the left side of the
vehicle.
qDashboard Illumination
Rotate the knob to adjust the brightness of
the instrument cluster and other
illuminations in the dashboard.
NOTE
lThe brightness of dashboard illuminations
can be adjusted when the headlight switch
is in the
orposition.lWhen the dashboard illumination
brightness cannot be adjusted any more, a
beep sound will be heard.
l(Black-out meter)
The brightness of the instrument cluster
illumination can be adjusted when the
headlight switch is in any position.
Dim
Bright
Canceling the illumination dimmer
(Black-out meter and dashboard
illuminations)
When the headlight switch is in the
orposition, the illumination of the
instrument cluster and the information
display dims.
When driving on snowy or foggy roads,
or in other situations when the instrument
cluster or information display's visibility
is reduced due to glare from surrounding
brightness, cancel the illumination
dimmer and increase the illumination
intensity.
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To cancel the illumination dimmer, press
the dashboard illumination knob.
NOTE
lThis symbol () indicates the knob to
adjust the brightness of the dashboard
illumination.
lIf the illumination dimmer is cancelled, the
instrument cluster and the information
display will not dim when the headlight
switch is turned to the
orposition
again. Press the dashboard illumination
knob to activate the illumination dimmer.
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Gear position indicator
When the shift lever is in the D or M
position, the numeral for the selected gear
displays.
qTCS/DSC/RSC Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON. If the TCS or DSC/RSC is operating,
the indicator light flashes.
If the light stays on, the TCS, DSC/RSC
or the brake assist system may have a
malfunction and they may not operate
correctly. Take your vehicle to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lIn addition to the indicator light flashing, a
slight lugging sound will come from the
engine. This indicates that the TCS is
operating properly.
lOn slippery surfaces, such as fresh snow, it
will be impossible to achieve high rpm
when the TCS is on.
qTCS OFF Indicator Light
This indicator light stays on for a few
seconds when the ignition is switched
ON.
It also illuminates when the TCS OFF
switch is pressed and TCS is switched off.
Refer to TCS OFF Switch on page 5-25.
If the light remains illuminated and the
TCS is not switched off, take your vehicle
to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The
dynamic stability control may have a
malfunction.
NOTE
If the TCS/DSC indicator light and the TCS
OFF indicator light remain illuminated even
after switching the ignition from ON to OFF,
and back to ON, attempt the procedure again.
If this still does not resolve the issue, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qCruise Main Indicator Light
(Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator
Light (Green)
The indicator light has two colors.
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qRear Window Washer
To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/
washer switch to the
position. After
the switch is released, the washer will
stop.
If the washer does not work, inspect the
fluid level (page 8-24). If it's normal and
the washer still does not work, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Rear Window Defroster
The rear window defroster clears frost,
fog, and thin ice from the rear window.
The ignition must be switched ON.
Press the switch to turn on the rear
window defroster. The rear window
defroster operates for about 15 minutes
and turns off automatically.
The indicator light illuminates during
operation.
The defroster operation can be confirmed
by the indicator in the display.
To turn off the rear window defroster
before the 15 minutes has elapsed, press
the switch again.
Indicator light
CAUTION
Do not use sharp instruments or
window cleaners with abrasives to
clean the inside of the rear window
surface. They may damage the
defroster grid inside the window.
NOTE
This defroster is not designed for melting snow.
If there is an accumulation of snow on the rear
window, remove it before using the defroster.
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Switches and Controls
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6Interior Comfort
Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio
system.
Climate Control System .......................... 6-2
Operating Tips .................................... 6-2
Vent Operation (Front) ........................ 6-4
Fully Automatic Type ......................... 6-6
Vent Operation (Rear) ....................... 6-12
Fully Automatic Type (Rear) ............ 6-14
Audio System ......................................... 6-17
Antenna ............................................. 6-17
Operating Tips for Audio System ..... 6-17
Types of the Audio Set ...................... 6-27
Audio Set (Type A) ........................... 6-29
Audio Set (Type B) ........................... 6-39
Audio Control Switch Operation ...... 6-65
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input) ........... 6-68
Safety Certification ........................... 6-71
Rear Entertainment System ................. 6-72
Rear Entertainment System
í............ 6-72
Part Names ........................................ 6-82
Before Operation ............................... 6-85
Sound Output .................................... 6-91
Rear Entertainment System
Functions ........................................... 6-95
DVD video, DVD audio, Video CD, Audio
CD and MP3/WMA CD Playback (Disc
Mode) ................................................ 6-96
Auxiliary Input (AUX mode) .......... 6-110
Language Code List ........................ 6-114
Country Code List ........................... 6-116
Error Message ................................. 6-120
Symptoms and Actions ................... 6-122
Bluetooth Audio (Type B) ................... 6-125
Bluetooth Audio (Type B)
í............ 6-125Bluetooth Hands-Free (Voice
Recognition) ......................................... 6-133
Bluetooth Hands-Free
í.................. 6-133
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation... 6-138
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ............................................. 6-144
Hands-Free Setting .......................... 6-153
When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot be
Used ................................................ 6-162
Safety Certification ......................... 6-162
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer
Service ............................................ 6-163
Bluetooth Hands-Free (Panel
Operation) ............................................ 6-164
Bluetooth Hands-Free
í.................. 6-164
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation... 6-166
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ............................................. 6-169
Hands-Free Setting .......................... 6-173
When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot be
Used ................................................ 6-175
Safety Certification ......................... 6-176
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer
Service ............................................ 6-176
Rear View Monitor .............................. 6-177
Rear View Monitor
í...................... 6-177
Interior Equipment ............................. 6-183
Sunvisors ......................................... 6-183
Interior Lights ................................. 6-184
Information Display ........................ 6-186
Cup Holder ...................................... 6-191
Bottle Holder ................................... 6-193
Storage Compartments .................... 6-193
Accessory Sockets .......................... 6-197
Power Outlet
í................................ 6-198
6-1íSome models.
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