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6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Fog lightsí
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. If you are changing the right bulb, start
the engine, turn the steering wheel all
the way to the right, and turn off
engine. If you are changing the left
bulb, turn the steering wheel to the left.
3. Pull the center of each plastic retainer
and remove the retainers.
InstallationRemoval
4. Turn the screw counterclockwise and
remove it, and then partially peel back
the mudguard.
5. Disconnect the connector from the unit
by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector downward.
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6. Turn the socket and bulb assembly to
remove it. Carefully remove the bulb
from its socket in the reflector by
gently pulling it straight back out of the
socket.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Side-turn signal lights
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.
Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Rear side-marker lights,
Taillights (Liftgate side), Reverse lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
2. Remove the cover with a cloth-
wrapped flathead screwdriver to the
cover.Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Rear side-marker lights
Taillights (Liftgate side), Reverse lights
3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.
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Brake lights/Taillights
Rear turn signal lights
Rear side-marker lights
Taillights (Liftgate side)
Reverse lights
5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
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.
License plate lights
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and the headlight switch is off.
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2. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft
cloth to prevent damage to the lens,
and then remove the lens by carefully
prying on the edge of the lens with a
flathead screwdriver.
3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
qReplacing Interior Light Bulbs
Overhead light (Front)/Map lights,
Rear map lights, Vanity mirror lightsí
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens, and then remove the lens by
carefully prying on the edge of the lens
with the flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.Overhead light (Front)/Map lightsRear map lights
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Vanity mirror lights
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Luggage compartment light
1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with
a soft cloth to prevent damage to the
lens and remove the lens unit by
carefully prying on the edge of the lens
unit with the flathead screwdriver.
2. Disconnect the electrical connector
from the bulb by pressing the tab on
the connector with your finger and
pulling the connector.
CAUTION
When replacing the bulb always
disconnect the connector first.
Otherwise, electric and electronic
devices could be shorted.
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3. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out.
4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of the removal procedure.
Fuses
Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.
If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect the appropriate circuit
protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside
element will be melted.
If the same fuse blows again, avoid using
that system and consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
qFuse Replacement
Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's left
side
If the electrical system does not work,
first inspect the fuses on the vehicle's left
side.
1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,
and other switches are off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
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qIf the adaptive front lighting system
(AFS) OFF indicator light flashesí
The indicator light flashes continuously if
the system is malfunctioning. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lEven if the AFS is not operating due to
some malfunction, the normal headlight
function is still operable.
lIf there is a malfunction with the headlight
auto-leveling function, the indicator light
flashes.
qIf the low engine coolant
temperature indicator light (blue)
does not turn off
If the low engine coolant temperature
indicator light remains illuminated after
the engine has been sufficiently warmed
up, the temperature sensor could have a
malfunction. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
qIf the turn signal/hazard warning
indicator light illuminates or flashes
at an abnormally high speed
If an indicator light remains illuminated
(does not flash) or if it flashes abnormally,
one of the turn signal bulbs may be
burned out. Consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.
qIf the security indicator light
illuminates or flashes
If the engine does not start with the
correct key, and the security indicator
light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
system may have a malfunction. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R (SAE)
With halogen bulb headlights
HeadlightsLow beam 55 H11 (H11)
High beam
60 HB3 (HB3)
Daytime running lights
With xenon fusion bulb headlights
Headlights High/Low beam 35 D4S (D4S)
Daytime running lights 13 P13W (―)
Front turn signal lights/
Parking lights (Front side-marker lights)27/8―(#1157NA)
Fog lights
í55 H11 (H11)
Side turn signal lights LED*1―(―)
High-mount brake light LED*1―(―)
Rear turn signal lights 21 WY21W (22.3CP)
Brake lights/Taillights 21/5 W21/5W (#7443)
Rear side-marker lights 5 W5W (4CP)
Taillights (Liftgate side) 5 W5W (4CP)
Reverse light 18 W16W (#921)
License plate lights 5 W5W (―)
*1 LED is the abbreviation for Light Emitting Diode.
Interior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R
Overhead light (Front)/Map lights 8―
Rear map light 8―
Luggage compartment light 5―
Vanity mirror lights
í2―
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.
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