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A Word to Mazda Owners
Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete
customer satisfaction in mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual
carefully and follow its recommendations.
Regular servicing of your vehicle by an expert repairer helps maintain both its
roadworthiness and its resale value. A world-wide network of Authorised Mazda Repairers
can help you with their professional servicing expertise.
Their specially trained personnel are best quali ¿ ed to service your Mazda vehicle properly
and exactly. Also, they are supported by a wide range of highly specialized tools and
equipment specially developed for servicing Mazda vehicles. When maintenance or service
is necessary we recommend an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda have an ongoing interest in your motoring pleasure
and in your full satisfaction with your Mazda product.
Mazda Motor Corporation
HIROSHIMA, JAPAN
Important Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the boot as a handy reference for the safe and enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell
the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
All speci ¿ cations and descriptions are accurate at the time of printing. Because improvement is a constant goal at
Mazda, we reserve the right to make changes in speci ¿ cations at any time without notice and without obligation.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and options. As a result, you may ¿ nd
some explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
©2016 Mazda Motor Corporation
Oct. 2016 (Print1)
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1–8
Pictorial Index
Interior Overview (Right-Hand Drive Model)
Hazard warning À asher switch .............................................................................. page 4-79
Push button start ...................................................................................................... page 4-4
Instrument panel illumination knob ...................................................................... page 4-28
Audio control switches.......................................................................................... page 5-69
Instrument cluster .................................................................................................. page 4-24
Cruise control switches ....................................................................................... page 4-134
Bonnet release handle ........................................................................................... page 6-14
Boot release button................................................................................................ page 3-22
Lock release lever ................................................................................................. page 3-29
Steering shift switches .......................................................................................... page 4-55
Seat warmer switches .............................................................................................. page 2-6
Retractable fastback switch ................................................................................... page 3-51
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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1–12
Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
Convertible Top (Soft Top)
Bonnet ................................................................................................................... page 6-14
Windscreen wiper blades ...................................................................................... page 6-24
Convertible Top (Soft Top) ................................................................................... page 3-37
Doors and keys ...................................................................................................... page 3-13
Fuel- ¿ ller À ap ........................................................................................................ page 3-27
Wheels and Tyres .................................................................................................. page 6-33
Exterior lights ........................................................................................................ page 6-38
Boot Lid ................................................................................................................ page 3-22
Aerial ..................................................................................................................... page 5-14
Outside mirror ....................................................................................................... page 3-30
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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1–13
Pictorial Index
Exterior Overview
Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback)
Bonnet ................................................................................................................... page 6-14
Windscreen wiper blades ...................................................................................... page 6-24
Convertible Top (Retractable Fastback) ................................................................ page 3-44
Doors and keys ...................................................................................................... page 3-13
Fuel- ¿ ller À ap ........................................................................................................ page 3-27
Wheels and Tyres .................................................................................................. page 6-33
Exterior lights ........................................................................................................ page 6-38
Boot Lid ................................................................................................................ page 3-22
Aerial ..................................................................................................................... page 5-14
Outside mirror ....................................................................................................... page 3-30
The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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2–3
Essential Safety Equipment
Seats
WARNING
Do not drive with either seats reclined:
Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you do
not get the full protection from seat belts. During sudden braking or a collision, you can
slide under the lap belt and suffer serious internal injuries. For maximum protection,
sit well back and upright.
Do not place an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back:
Putting an object such as a cushion between the seatback and your back is dangerous
because you will be unable to maintain a safe driving posture and the seat belt cannot
function at its full capacity in a collision, which could result in a serious accident,
injury or death.
Do not place objects under the seat:
The object could get stuck and cause the seat to not be ¿ xed securely, and result in an
accident.
Do not stack cargo higher than the seatbacks:
Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. During
sudden braking or a collision, objects can À y around and become projectiles that may
hit and injure passengers.
Make sure luggage and cargo is secured before driving:
Not securing cargo while driving is dangerous as it could move or be crushed during
sudden braking or a collision and cause injury.
Always leave your car locked and keep the car keys safely away from children:
Leaving your car unlocked or the keys in reach of children is dangerous. Children who
¿ nd their way into the boot through an open boot can become accidentally locked in the
boot. This could result in death or brain damage from heat prostration, particularly in
the summer. Always lock the doors and the boot.
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2–31
Essential Safety Equipment
Child Restraint
WARNING
Make sure the child-restraint system is
properly secured:
A child-restraint system that is not
secured is dangerous. In a sudden stop
or collision, it can become a projectile
and hit someone, causing serious
injury. When not in use, remove it from
the vehicle, put it in the boot or at least
make sure it is securely fastened to the
ISOFIX anchors.
Make sure there are no seat belts or
foreign objects near or around the
ISOFIX anchor-secured 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 ISOFIX 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 ISOFIX anchors.
Always follow the child-restraint system
manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION
When moving the seats forward and
rearward, make sure you hold onto
the seatback with your hand while
operating. If the seatback is not held, the
seat will move suddenly and could cause
injury.
1. Open the convertible top.
2. Make sure the ignition is switched off.
3. Slide the passenger seat as far back as
possible (page 2-5 ).
*1
*1 You may need to move the seat
forward slightly and recline the
back of the seat, in order to assist in
the ¿ tment of some child-restraint
systems.
4 . Make sure the seatback is securely
latched by pushing it back until it is
fully locked.
5 . Expand the area between the seat
bottom and the seatback slightly to
verify the locations of the ISOFIX
anchor.
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3Before Driving
Use of various features, including keys, doors, mirrors and windows.
Keys ...................................................... 3-2
Keys ............................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System .................... 3-3
Advanced Keyless Entry System ....... 3-9
Advanced Keyless Entry
System
* ........................................... 3-9
Operational Range ....................... 3-10
Doors and Locks ................................ 3-11
Door Locks ................................... 3-11
Boot Lid ....................................... 3-21
Fuel and Emission ............................. 3-24
Fuel and Engine Exhaust
Precautions ................................... 3-24
Fuel-Filler Flap and Cap .............. 3-27
Steering Wheel................................... 3-29
Steering Wheel ............................. 3-29
Mirrors ............................................... 3-30
Mirrors ......................................... 3-30
Windows ............................................. 3-34
Power Windows ........................... 3-34
Convertible Top (Soft Top) ............... 3-37
Convertible Top (Soft Top) .......... 3-37 Convertible Top
(Retractable Fastback) ..................... 3-44
Convertible Top
(Retractable Fastback) ................. 3-44
Security System ................................. 3-53
Modi ¿ cation and Add-On
Equipment .................................... 3-53
Immobilizer System ..................... 3-53
Theft-Deterrent System
* ............... 3-55
Driving Tips ....................................... 3-59
Running-In ................................... 3-59
Saving Fuel and Protection of the
Environment ................................. 3-59
Hazardous Driving ....................... 3-60
Floor Mat ..................................... 3-61
Rocking the Vehicle ..................... 3-62
Winter Driving ............................. 3-62
Driving In Flooded Area .............. 3-65
Towing ................................................ 3-66
Towing Caravans and Trailers...... 3-66
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Before Driving
Keys
A code number is stamped on the plate
attached to the key set; detach this plate
and store it in a safe place (not in the
vehicle) for use if you need to make a
replacement key (auxiliary key).
Also write down the code number and
keep it in a separate safe and convenient
place, but not in the vehicle.
If your key (auxiliary key) is lost, consult
your Authorised Mazda Repairer and have
your code number ready.
NOTE
The driver must carry the key to ensure
the system functions properly.
Auxiliary key Transmitter
Key code number plate
To use the auxiliary key, pull out the
auxiliary key from the transmitter while
pressing the knob.
Knob
Keyless Entry System
This system uses the key buttons to
remotely lock and unlock the doors and
the boot lid, fuel- ¿ ller À ap, and opens the
boot lid.
The system can start the engine without
having to take the key out of your purse or
pocket.
Operating the theft-deterrent system is
also possible on theft-deterrent system-
equipped vehicles.
System malfunctions or warnings are
indicated by the following warning lights
or beeps.
For vehicles with the type A instrument
cluster, check the displayed message for
more information and, if necessary, have
the vehicle inspected at an expert repairer,
we recommend an Authorised Mazda
Repairer, according to the indication.
KEY Warning Light (Red)
Refer to Warning/Indicator Lights on
page 4-42 .
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep
Refer to Ignition Not Switched Off
(STOP) Warning Beep on page 7-51 .
Key Removed from Vehicle Warning
Beep
Refer to Key Removed from Vehicle
Warning Beep on page 7-51 .
If you have a problem with the key,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
If your key is lost or stolen, consult an
Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible for a replacement and to make the
lost or stolen key inoperative.
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