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WARNING
Do not adjust the portable audio unit
or a similar product while driving the
vehicle:Adjusting the portable audio unit or
a similar product while driving the
vehicle is dangerous as it could
distract your attention from the
vehicle operation which could lead to
a serious accident. Always adjust the
portable audio unit or a similar
product while the vehicle is stopped.
Do not allow the connection plug cord
to get tangled with the parking brake
or the shift lever: Allowing the plug cord to become
tangled with the parking brake or
the shift lever is dangerous as it
could interfere with driving, resulting
in an accident.
CAUTION
Depending on the portable audio
device, noise may occur when the
device is connected to the vehicle
accessory socket. (If noise occurs, do
not use the accessory socket.) NOTE
lThis mode may not be usable depending on
the portable audio device to be connected.
lBefore using the auxiliary jack, read the
manufacturer's instructions for the product
being connected.
lUse a commercially-available, non-
impedance (3.5
) stereo mini plug for
connecting the portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary
jack, read the manufacturer's instructions
for connecting a portable audio unit to the
auxiliary jack.
lTo prevent discharging of the battery, do
not use the auxiliary input for long periods
with the engine off or idling.
lNoise may occur depending on the product
connected to the auxiliary jack.
lWith regard to connecting a portable audio
or similar device to a power source, use the
battery for the device, not the accessory
socket.
lInsert the plug to the auxiliary jack
securely.
lInsert or remove the plug with the plug
perpendicular to the auxiliary jack hole.
lInsert or remove the plug by holding its
base.
To listen to a portable audio unit
1. Switch the ignition to ACC or ON.
2. Insert the connection plug into the auxiliary jack.
3. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on.
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4. Press the AUX button () of the
audio unit or the mode switch (
)
of the audio control switches on the
steering wheel to change to the AUX
mode.
Audio Unit Audio Control
Switches
NOTElSet the volume of the portable audio unit to
the maximum within the range that the
sound does not become distorted, then
adjust the volume using the power/volume
dial of the audio unit or the volume switch
(
,) of the audio control switch.lAudio adjustments other than audio volume
can only be done using the portable audio
device.
lIf the connection plug is pulled out from the
auxiliary jack while in AUX mode, noise
may occur.
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Storage Compartments
WARNING
Keep storage boxes closed when
driving:Driving with the storage boxes open
is dangerous. To reduce the
possibility of injury in an accident or
a sudden stop, keep the storage
boxes closed when driving.
Do not put articles in storage spaces
with no lid: Putting articles in storage spaces
with no lid is dangerous as they
could be thrown around the cabin if
the vehicle is suddenly accelerated
and cause injury depending on how
the article is stored.
CAUTION
Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in
the storage boxes while parked under
the sun. A lighter could explode or
the plastic material in eyeglasses
could deform and crack from high
temperature.
qGlove Compartment
To open the glove compartment, pull the
latch toward you.
Insert the key (auxiliary key
*) and turn it
clockwise to lock, counterclockwise to
unlock.
* Advanced key equipped vehicle
Lock
Unlock
To close the glove compartment, firmly
press in the center of the glove
compartment lid.
q Seat Side Box
To open, pull the release catch.
Insert the key and turn it clockwise to
lock, counterclockwise to unlock.
Lock
Unlock
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Fuse block (Driver's side)
DESCRIPTIONFUSE
RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT
1 ACC 7.5 A Audio system, Power control mirror
2 AUX PWR 15 A Accessory Socket
3 METER 15 A Instrument cluster
4 SEAT WARM 20 A Seat warmer
í
5 ILLUMI 7.5 A Illumination
6 A/C 7.5 A Air conditionerí
7 ENGINE 7.5 A Engine control system, For protection of various circuits
8 ―― ―
9 M.DEF ――
10 AUDIO 20 A Audio system
í
11 D.LOCK20 A Power door lockí
12SILEN ――
13 ―― ―
14 ―― ―
15 ―― ―
16 ―― ―
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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A
Accessory Socket .............................. 6-85
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories ....................................... 9-19
Advanced Key ..................................... 3-2Advanced key maintenance ......... 3-5
Advanced key suspend
function ...................................... 3-18
Auxiliary key .............................. 3-18
Locking, unlocking with request
switch ........................................... 3-8
Opening the trunk lid with request
switch ......................................... 3-10
Operation range ............................ 3-7
Remote control function ............. 3-15
Service ......................................... 3-7
When warning indicator/beep is
activated ..................................... 3-22
Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-25
Antenna ............................................. 6-14
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-8 Warning light ............................... 5-9
Appearance Care ............................... 8-52
Audio System ................................... 6-14 Audio control switch .................. 6-56
Audio set .................................... 6-25
AUX mode ................................. 6-58
Operating tips for audio
system ........................................ 6-15
Safety certification ..................... 6-61
Automatic Transmission Direct mode ................................ 5-20
Driving tips ................................ 5-21
Manual shift mode ..................... 5-15
Shift-lock system ....................... 5-15
Transmission ranges ................... 5-14
Average Fuel Economy Display ........ 5-37
B
Battery Emergency starting .................... 7-20
Maintenance ............................... 8-29
Replacement ............................... 8-31
Specifications ............................. 10-4
Beep Sounds Ignition key reminder ................. 5-53
Lights-on reminder ..................... 5-53
Seat belt warning ........................ 5-53
Tire inflation pressure warning ... 5-53
Before Starting the Engine .................. 4-5
After getting in ............................. 4-5
Before getting in .......................... 4-5
Bluetooth® Hands-Free .................... 6-62 Basic Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Operation ................................... 6-65
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free
System ........................................ 6-69
Hands-Free Telephone Setting .... 6-74
Mazda Bluetooth® Hands-Free
Customer Service ....................... 6-80
Safety certification ..................... 6-79
When Bluetooth® Hands-Free cannot
be used ....................................... 6-79
Body Lubrication .............................. 8-26
Brake/Clutch Fluid ........................................... 8-24
Brakes Anti-lock brake system (ABS) ..... 5-8
Brakes assist ............................... 5-10
Foot brake .................................... 5-5
Pad wear indicator ...................... 5-10
Parking brake ............................... 5-7
Warning light ............................... 5-8
Break-In Period ................................... 4-6
Bulb Replacement ............................. 8-38
11-2
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