Brake Fluid
▼Inspecting Brake Fluid Level
WA R N I N G
If the brake fluid level is low, have the
brakes inspected:
A low brake
fluid level is dangerous.
A low level could indica te brake lining wear
or a brake system leak which could cause
the brakes to fail and lead to an accident.
Inspect the fluid level in the reservoir
regularly. It should be kept between the
MAX and MIN lines.
The level normally drops with
accumulated distance, a condition
associated with wear of brake linings. If it
is excessively low, have the brake system
inspected by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Washer Fluid
▼ Inspecting Washer Fluid Level
WA R N I N G
Use only windshield washer fluid or plain
water in the reservoir:
Using radiator antifreeze as washer
fluid is
dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it
will dirty the windshield, affect your
visibility, and could result in an accident.
Using Washer Fluid Without Anti-freeze
Protection in Cold Weather:
Operating your vehicle in temperatures
below 4 °C (40 °F) using washer fluid
without anti-freeze protection is dangerous
as it could cause impaired windshield
vision and result in an accident. In cold
weather, always use washer fluid with
anti-freeze protection.
NOTE
State or local regulations may restrict the
use of volatile organic compounds
(VOCs), which are commonly used as
anti-freeze agents in washer fluid. A
washer fluid with limited VOC content
should be used only if it provides adequate
freeze resistance for all regions and
climates in which the vehicle will be
operated.
Add washer fluid under any of the
following conditions.
The top of the fluid level is low.
The Low Washer Fluid Level Warning
Indication/Warning Light (if equipped)
turns on.
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Owner Maintenance
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The top of the fluid level is lower than L
(if equipped).
L F
Use plain water if washer fluid is
unavailable.
But use only washer fluid in cold weather
to prevent it from freezing.
NOTE
Front and rear washer fluid is supplied
from the same reservoir.
Body Lubrication
All moving points of the body, such as
door and hood hinges and locks, should be
lubricated each time the engine oil is
changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on
locks during cold weather.
Make sure the hood's secondary latch
keeps the hood from opening when the
primary latch is released.
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Rinse the wheels thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also, be sure to
clean the wheels after driving on dusty
or salted roads to help prevent
corrosion.
Avoid washing your vehicle in an
automatic car wash that uses high-speed
or hard brushes.
(19-inch wheel vehicle)
If your aluminum wheels lose luster,
apply wax which contains no polishing
powder.
▼ Plastic Part Maintenance
When cleaning the plastic lenses of the
lights, do not use gasoline, kerosene,
rectified spirit, paint, thinner, highly
acidic detergents, or strongly alkaline
detergents. Otherwise, these chemical
agents can discolor or damage the
surfaces resulting in a significant loss in
functionality. If plastic parts become
inadvertently exposed to any of these
chemical agents, flush with water
immediately.
If plastic parts such as the bumpers
become inadvertently exposed to
chemical agents or fluids such as
gasoline, oil, engine coolant, or battery
fluid, it could cause discoloration,
staining, or paint peeling. Wipe off any
such chemical agents or fluids using a
soft cloth immediately.
High water temperature and high water
pressure car washers are available
depending on the type of high pressure
car washer device. If the car washer
nozzle is put too close to the vehicle or
aimed at one area for an extended period
of time, it could deform plastic parts or
damage the paint.
Do not use wax containing compounds
(polish). Otherwise, it could result in
paint damage.
In addition, do not use an electrical or
air tool to apply wax. Otherwise, the
frictional heat generated could result in
deformation of plastic parts or paint
damage.
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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SignalWarning Action to be taken
Seat Belt Warning
Light (Front seat) Mexico
The seat belt warning light turns on if the
driver or front passenger's seat is occupied
and the seat belt is not fastened with the ig
‐
nition switched ON.
If the driver or front passenger's seat belt is
unfastened (only when the front passenger's
seat is occupied) and the vehicle is driven at
a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph),
the warning light flashes. After a short time,
the warning light stops flashing, but re ‐
mains illuminated. If a seat belt remains un ‐
fastened, the warning light flashes again for
a given period of time.
NOTE
Placing heavy items on the front pas‐
senger's seat may cause the front pas ‐
senger's seat belt warning function to op ‐
erate depending on the weight of the
item.
To allow the front passenger seat weight
sensor to function properly, do not place
and sit on an additional seat cushion on
the front passenger's seat. The sensor
may not function properly because the
additional seat cushion could cause sen ‐
sor interference.
If a small child is seated on the front pas ‐
senger's seat, the warning light may not
operate. Fasten the seat belts.
(Red)
Seat Belt Warning Light (Rear seat) If the rear seat belts are not fastened while
the ignition is switched
ON , the driver and
the passenger are alerted by the warning
light.
The warning light operates even if there is
no passenger on the rear seat.
NOTE
If a rear seat belt is not fastened by a cer ‐
tain period of time after the engine has
been started, the warning light turns off. Fasten the seat belts.
Low Washer Fluid
Level Warning Indica ‐
tion/Warning Light
*
This warning light indicates that little wash ‐
er fluid remains. Add washer fluid (page 6-24).
If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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Index
FluidBrake............................................6-24
Washer......................................... 6-24
Fluids
Classification................................. 9-4
Fog Lights......................................... 4-78
Foot Brake.........................................4-95
Forward Sensing Camera (FSC)..... 4-256
Front Seat............................................ 2-5
Fuel
Filler lid and cap......................... 3-28
Requirements............................... 3-25
Tank capacity.................................9-5
Fuses.................................................. 6-43 Panel description......................... 6-45
Replacement................................ 6-43
G
Gauges............................................... 4-11
Glove Compartment.......................... 5-68
H
Hazardous Driving............................ 3-46
Hazard Warning Flasher....................4-86
HeadlightsComing home light......................4-75
Control......................................... 4-71
Headlight flashing....................... 4-75
High-low beam............................ 4-75
Leaving home light..................... 4-76
Leveling....................................... 4-76
Head Restraint................................... 2-20
High Beam Control System
(HBC).............................................. 4-121 High Beam Control System (HBC)
indicator light (green)................4-122
Hill Launch Assist (HLA).............. 4-103
HomeLink Wireless Control
System............................................... 4-87
HomeLink Wireless Control System
(Type B)............................................ 4-90
Hood Release............. ....................... 6-17
Horn...................................................4-86
I
If a Warning Light Turns On or
Flashes............................................... 7-22
If the Active Driving Display Does Not
Operate.............................................. 7-47
Ignition
Switch............................................ 4-4
Ignition Not Switched Off (STOP)
Warning Beep.................................... 7-42
Illuminated Entry System................. 5-59
Immobilizer System..... ..................... 3-41
Inspecting Brake Fluid Level............ 6-24
Inspecting Coolant Level.................. 6-22
Inspecting Engine Oil Level............. 6-21
Inspecting Washer Fluid Level......... 6-24
Instrument Cluster............................. 4-11 Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-22
Instrument Cluster (Type A)........4-12
Instrument Cluster (Type B)........ 4-30
Instrument Cluster (Type C)........ 4-46
Message indicated on multi-
information display......................7-37
Instrument Cluster (Type A)............. 4-12 Average Fuel Econom y............... 4-19
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM)
Display......................................... 4-20
Compass Display......................... 4-22
Cruise Control Set Vehicle Speed
Display......................................... 4-22
Current Fuel Econom y................ 4-20
Dashboard Illumination............... 4-17
Distance Recognition Support System
(DRSS) Display........................... 4-21
Distance-to-empty... .................... 4-19
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