
Seat Belt Warning Light(Front Seat)
The warning light flashes for about 6
seconds if the driver or front
passenger's seat is occupied and the
seat belt is not fastened with the
vehicle power switched ON.
If the driver or front passenger's seat
belt is unfastened (only when the front
passenger's seat is occupied) and if the
vehicle is driven at about 20 km/h (12
mph) or faster, or about 10 km/h (6
mph) or faster for a continuous 30
seconds, with the seat belt unfastened,
the warning light flashes for a certain
period.
After a short time, the warning light
stops flashing, but remains illuminated.
In addition, when the warning light
flashes, a warning sound is activated.
Wear the seat belt.
NOTE
Placing heavy items on the front
passenger's seat may cause the front
passenger's seat belt warning
function to operate depending on
the weight of the item.
To allow the sensor that detects an
occupant to function properly, do
not sit on the front passenger's seat
with a cushion or other object on it.
The sensor may not function properly
because the additional seat cushion
could cause sensor interference.
If a small child is seated on the front
passenger's seat, the warning light
may not operate.
Seat Belt Warning Light(Rear Seat) (Red)
When the vehicle power is switched
ON, the warning lights turn on if the
seat belts are not fastened.
*1*2
After the hybrid system is started, the
warning lights turn off after a short
period of time.
In addition, if a fastened seat belt is
unfastened, the warning light flashes
for a short period of time and then
turns off.
When the warning light flashes, a
warning sound is activated.
Wear the seat belt.
*1 The warning light also turns on when the rear seat is unoccupied.
*2 The number of seats displayed onthe warning light differs depending
on the specification.
What to Do in Case of Emergency
Warning/Indicator Light Turns On
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Inspecting the Tires
About Tires
For reasons of proper performance,
safety, and better energy efficiency,
always maintain recommended tire
inflation pressures and stay within the
recommended load limits and weight
distribution.
WARNING
Using Different Tire Types.
Driving your vehicle with different
types of tires is dangerous. It could
cause poor handling and poor braking;
leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the
temporary spare tire, use only the
same type tires (radial, bias-belted,
bias-type) on all four wheels.
Using Wrong-Sized Tires.
Using any other tire size than what is
specified for the vehicle (page
10-71)is dangerous. It could seriously
affect ride, handling, ground
clearance, tire clearance, and
speedometer calibration. This could
cause you to have an accident. Use
only tires that are the correct size
specified for the vehicle.
Inspecting tire inflation pressure
WARNING
Always inflate the tires to the correct
pressure.
Overinflation or underinflation of tires
is dangerous. Adverse handling or
unexpected tire failure could result in a
serious accident.
Refer to Tires on page 10-71.
Use only a Mazda-genuine tire valve
cap.
Use of a non-genuine part is
dangerous as the correct tire air
pressure cannot be maintained if the
tire valve becomes damaged. If the
vehicle is driven under this condition,
the tire air pressure will decrease
which could result in a serious
accident. Do not use any part for the
tire valve cap that is not a
Mazda-genuine part.
Inspect all tire pressures monthly
(including the spare) when the tires are
cold. Maintain recommended
pressures for the best ride, handling ,
and minimum tire wear.
Refer to the specification charts (page
10-71).
NOTE
Cold inflation pressure
The cold inflation pressure is the
pressure measured under ambient
temperatures before the vehicle is
driven.
Maximum inflation pressure
The maximum inflation pressure is
the upper limit of the cold inflation
pressure designated by the tire
manufacturer.
Recommended inflation pressure
The recommended inflation pressure
is the cold inflation pressure
necessary for maintaining the
performance of your Mazda.
Underinflation or overinflation can
cause a harsh ride, reduced fuel
economy, a greater possibility of
damage from road hazards, uneven
and accelerated tire wear, and poor
sealing of the tire bead, which will
deform the wheel and cause
separation of tire from rim.
Inspection and Servicing/Cleaning
Vehicle Exterior Inspection
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Cell Phones.......................... 10-26Cell Phones Warning.......... 10-26
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System
(UTQGS).............................. 10-27 Uniform Tire Quality Grading
System (UTQGS)................ 10-27
Tread Wear........................ 10-27
Traction-AA, A, B, C........... 10-28
Temperature-A, B, C.......... 10-28
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY
GRADING......................... 10-29
Tire Information (U.S.A.)........ 10-30 Tire Labeling...................... 10-30
Information on Passenger Vehicle
Tires.................................. 10-30
Information on Temporary
Tires.................................. 10-33
Location of the Tire Label
(Placard)........................... 10-34
Recommended Tire Inflation
Pressure............................ 10-34
Checking Tire Pressure........10-35
Glossary of Terms............... 10-36
Tire Maintenance............... 10-37
Tire Inflation Pressure......... 10-37
Tire Rotation...................... 10-38
Replacing a Tire................. 10-38
Safety Practices.................. 10-39
Vehicle Loading................. 10-40
Steps for Determining the Correct
Load Limit......................... 10-45
Declaration of Conformity..... 10-46 Keyless Entry System/Immobilizer
System.............................. 10-46
HomeLink Wireless Control
System.............................. 10-47Charging........................... 10-48
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System.............................. 10-49
Front Radar Sensor System ...........
........................................ 10-50
Front Side Radar Sensor System/
Rear Side Radar Sensor
System.............................. 10-51
Audio System.................... 10-52
Radio System..................... 10-54
Data Communication
System.............................. 10-55
Wireless Charger (Qi)......... 10-58
Identification Numbers.......... 10-59 Ve h i c l e I d e n t i fi c a t i o n
Number............................ 10-59
Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
Label.................................10-59
Chassis Number................ 10-60
Vehicle Emission Control
Information Label.............. 10-60
Tire Pressure Label..............10-61
Engine Number..................10-61
Vehicle Specification............. 10-62 Engine...............................10-62
Charge System................... 10-63
High Voltage Battery...........10-64
Electrical System................ 10-65
Lubricant Quality............... 10-66
Capacities......................... 10-67
Dimensions....................... 10-68
Weights.............................10-69
Light Bulbs.........................10-70
Tires.................................. 10-71
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P
Indicates a tire that may be installed on
cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as
designated by the Tire and Rim
Association (T&RA).
NOTE
If your tire size does not begin with a
letter this may mean it is designated by
either ETRTO (European Tire and Rim
Technical Organization) or JATMA
(Japan Tire Manufacturing
Association).
215
“215” is the nominal width of the tire
in millimeters. This three-digit number
gives the width in millimeters of the
tire from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
65
“65” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit
number indicates the tire's ratio of
height to width.
R
“R” is the tire construction symbol. R
indicates “Radial ply construction”.
15
“15” is the wheel rim diameter in
inches.
95
“95” is the Load Index. This two-or
three-digit number indicates how
much weight each tire can support.
H
“H” is the speed rating. The speed
rating denotes the maximum speed for
which the use of the tire is rated.
Letter Rating Speed Rating
Q 99 mph
R 106 mph
S 112 mph
T 118 mph
U 124 mph
H 130 mph
V 149 mph
W 168
* mph
Y 186
* mph
* For tires with a maximum speed capability over
149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the
letters ZR. For tires with a maximum speed
capability over 186 mph, tire manufacturers
always use the letters ZR.
M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow
AT: All Terrain.
AS: All Season. The “M+S” or “M/S”
indicates that the tire has some
functional use in mud and snow.
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
(TIN)
This begins with the letters “DOT”
which indicates the tire meets all
federal standards. The next two
numbers or letters are the plant code
where it was manufactured, and the
last four numbers represent the week
and year the tire was manufactured.
For example, the numbers 457 means
the 45st week of 1997. After 2000 the
numbers go to four digits. For
example, the number 2102 means the
21th week of 2002. The other
numbers are marketing codes used at
the manufacturer's discretion. This
information is used to contact
consumers if a tire defect requires a
recall.
Specifications/Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Tire Ply Composition and Materials
Used
The number of plies indicates the
number of layers of rubber-coated
fabric in the tire. In general, the greater
the number of plies, the more weight a
tire can support. Tire manufacturers
also must indicate the tire materials,
which include steel, nylon, polyester,
and other.
Maximum Load Rating
This number indicates the maximum
load in kilograms and pounds that can
be carried by the tire.
Maximum Permissible Inflation
Pressure
This number is the greatest amount of
air pressure that should ever be put in
the tire under normal driving
conditions.
Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature
Grades
Trea d wea r : The tread wear grade is a
comparative rating based on the wear
rate of the tire when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example,
a tire graded 150 would wear one and
one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the
government course as a tire graded
100.
Tra c t i o n : The traction grades, from
highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C.
The grades represent the tire's ability
to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance.
Temperature: The temperature grades
are A (the highest), B and C,
representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to
dissipate heat when tested under
controlled conditions on a specified
indoor laboratory test wheel.
Snow Tires
In some heavy snow areas, local
governments may require true snow
tires, those with very deeply cut tread.
These tires should only be used in pairs
or placed on all four wheels. Make
sure you purchase snow tires that are
the same size and construction type as
the other tires on your vehicle.
SAFETY WARNING
The following safety warning appears
on the tire's sidewall.
SERIOUS INJURY MAY RESULT FROM:
EXPLOSION OF TIRE/RIM ASSEMBLY
DUE TO IMPROPER
MOUNTING-MATCH TIRE
DIAMETER TO RIM DIAMETER;
NEVER EXCEED 40 psi (275 kPa) TO
SEAT BEADS-ONLY SPECIALLY
TRAINED PERSONS SHOULD
MOUNT TIRES.
TIRE FAILURE DUE TO UNDER-INFLATION/
OVERLOADING/DAMAGE-FOLLOW
OWNER'S MANUAL AND PLACARD
IN VEHICLE-FREQUENTLY CHECK
INFLATION PRESSURE AND INSPECT
FOR DAMAGE.
Specifications/Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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Information on
Te m p o ra r y Ti r e s
Please refer to the sample below.
1. Temporary tires
2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters
3. Ratio of height to width (aspect rat io)
4. Diagonal
5. Rim diameter code
6. Load index & speed symbol
T115/70D16 90M is an example of a
tire size and load index rating. Here is
an explanation of the various
components of that tire size and load
index rating. Note that the tire size and
load index rating may be different from
the example.
T
Indicates a tire that may be installed on
cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as
designated by the Tire and Rim
Association (T&RA).
115
“115” is the nomina l width of the tire
in millimeters. This three-digit number
gives the width in millimeters of the
tire from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
70
“70” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit
number indicates the tire's ratio of
height to width.
D
“D” is the tire construction symbol. D
indicates “diagonal ply construction”.
16
“16” is the wheel rim diameter in
inches.
90
“90” is the Load Index. This two-or
three-digit number indicates how
much weight each tire can support.
M
“M” is the speed rating. The speed
rating denotes the maximum speed for
which the use of the tire is rated.
Letter Rating Speed Rating
M 81 mph
Specifications/Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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Glossary of Terms
Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE
tire sizes, recommended inflation
pressure, and the maximum weight the
vehicle can carry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN):
A
number on the sidewall of each tire
providing information about the tire
brand and manufacturing plant, tire
size, and date of manufacture.
Inflation Pressure:
A measure of the
amount of air in a tire.
kPa: Kilopascal, the metric unit for air
pressure.
psi: Pounds per square inch, the
English unit for air pressure.
B-pillar: The structural member at the
side of the vehicle behind the front
door.
Original Equipment (OE): Describes
components originally equipped on
the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit: The maximum
value of the combination weight of
occupants and cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire: Area of the tire
next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire: Area
between the bead area and the tread.
Tread Area of the Tire: Area on the
perimeter of the tire that contacts the
road when it's mounted on the
vehicle.
Seating capacity means the total
allowable number of vehicle
occupants. Seating capacity is
described on the tire label.
Production options weight is the
combination weight of installed regular
production options weighing over 2.3
kilograms in excess of the standard
items which they replace, and not
previously considered in the curb
weight or accessory weight, including
heavy duty brakes, ride levelers, roof
rack, heavy duty battery, and special
trim.
Rim is the metal support (wheel) for a
tire or a tire and tube assembly upon
which the tire beads are seated.
Specifications/Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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Ve h i c l e L o a d i n g
This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/or trailer, to
keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability, with or without a
trailer. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design
performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following
terms for determining your vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from
the vehicle's Safety Certification Label and Tire and Load Information Label:
WARNING
Overloaded Vehicle.
Overloading a vehicle is dangerous. The results of overloading can have serious
consequences in terms of passenger sa fety. Too much weight on a vehicle's
suspension system can cause spring or shoc k absorber failure, brake failure, handling
or steering problems, irregular tire wear, tire failure or other damage.
Overloading makes a vehicle harder to drive and control. It also increases the
distance required for stopping. In cases of serious overloading , brakes can fail
completely, particularly on steep grades. The load a tire will carry safely is a
combination of the size of the tire, its load range, and corresponding inflation
pressure.
Never overload the vehicle and always observe the vehicle's weight ratings from the
vehicle's Safety Certification and Tire and Load Information labels.
Base Curb Weight is the weight of the ve hicle including a full tank of fuel and all
standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional
equipment.
Ve h i c l e C u r b We i g h t is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from
your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
PAY LOA D
PAYLOAD
Specifications/Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
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