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Mazda MPV_8T50-EA-04G_Edition1 Page146 Monday, June 28 2004 3:59 PM Black plate (146,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l CAUTION Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle. Doing so can cause transaxle damage. D (Drive) D is the normal driving position. From a stop, the transaxle will automatically shift through a 5-gear sequence. 3 (Third) The 3 position is helpful when driving in heavy, slow-moving traffic and climbing hills, for engine braking assist when going down hills, or for starting on slick surfaces and other situations where gentle acceleration may be necessary. Do not exceed 141 km/h (87 mph) in the 3 position. 2 (Second) Use the 2 position for maximum power in hard-pulling situations, or for climbing and descending very steep grades. Do not exceed 93 km/h (57 mph) in the 2 position. Shifting into P, N or R while the vehicle is moving can damage your transaxle. Shifting into a driving gear or reverse when the engine is running faster than idle can damage the transaxle. l R (Reverse) In position R, the vehicle moves only backward. You must be at a complete stop before shifting to or from R, except under rare circumstances as explained in Rocking the Vehicle (page 4-8). N (Neutral) In N, the wheels and transaxle are not locked. The vehicle will roll freely even on the slightest incline unless the parking brake or brakes are on. WARNING Shifting from N or P: It's dangerous to shift from N or P into a driving gear when the engine is running faster than idle. If this is done, the vehicle could move suddenly, causing an accident or serious injury. If the engine is running faster than idle, don't shift from N or P into a driving gear. Shifting into N while Driving: Shifting into N while driving is dangerous. Engine braking cannot be applied when decelerating which could lead to an accident or serious injury. Do not shift into N when driving the vehicle. WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or while driving at high speeds causes sudden engine braking, which is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident. Do not use sudden engine braking on slippery road surfaces or at high speeds. 5-10 Form No.8T50-EA-04G

Section	Page
0. #Introduction#	1
#ZOOM-ZOOM#	1
#ZOOM-ZOOM#	1
A Word to Mazda Owners	3
#NO M-TITLE#	3
How to Use This Manual	4
#NO M-TITLE#	4
Table of Contents	5
1. Your Vehicle at a Glance	7
Dashboard and Interior Overview	8
#Dashboard and Interior Overview (Left-hand drive model) #	8
Exterior Overview	10
#Exterior Overview#	10
2. Essential Safety Equipment	13
Seats	14
Seat Arrangements	14
Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats)	15
Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats)	20
Second-Row Seats	24
Third-Row Seat	32
Flat Folding	40
Seat Belt Systems	42
Seat Belt Precautions	42
Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems	47
Seat Belt Extender	50
Seat Belt Warning Light	51
Seat Belt Warning Beep	52
Child Restraint	53
Child Restraint Precautions	53
Installing Child-Restraint Systems	57
LATCH Child-Restraint Systems	65
SRS Air Bags	68
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions	68
Supplemental Restraint System Components	72
How the Air Bags Work	75
3. Knowing Your Mazda	85
Doors and Locks	86
Keys	86
Keyless Entry System	87
Door Locks	92
Liftgate	101
Power Windows	102
Rear Quarter Windows	105
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap	106
Hood	107
Moonroof	108
Security System	111
Immobilizer System	111
Theft-Deterrent System	113
Steering Wheel and Mirrors	115
Steering Wheel	115
Mirrors	115
4. Before Driving Your Mazda	117
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions	118
Fuel Requirements	118
Emission Control System	119
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)	121
Before Starting the Engine	122
Before Getting In	122
After Getting In	122
Driving Tips	123
Break-In Period	123
Money-Saving Suggestions	123
Hazardous Driving	124
Rocking the Vehicle	124
Winter Driving	125
Driving In Flooded Area	126
Overloading	127
Towing	128
Trailer Towing	128
5. Driving Your Mazda	137
Starting and Driving	138
Ignition Switch	138
Starting the Engine	139
Brake System	140
Automatic Transaxle Controls	145
Power Steering	149
Cruise Control	149
Traction Control System (TCS)	153
Instrument Cluster and Indicators	156
Meters and Gauges	156
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds	160
Warning/Indicator Lights	160
Beep Sounds	168
Switches and Controls	169
Lighting Control	169
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	170
Fog Lights	171
Windshield Wipers and Washer	171
Rear Window Wiper and Washer	173
Rear Window Defroster	173
Horn	174
Hazard Warning Flasher	174
6. Interior Comfort	175
Climate Control System	176
Operating Tips	176
Vent Operation (Front)	177
Control Panel (Front)	179
Vent Operation (Rear)	184
Control Panel (Rear)	186
Audio System	188
Antenna	188
Operating Tips for Audio System	188
Audio Set	195
Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel)	216
Safety Certification	218
Interior Equipment	219
Sunvisors	219
Interior Lights	220
Lighter	223
Ashtray	223
Cup Holder	225
Bottle Holder	227
Storage Compartments	227
Accessory Sockets	231
7. In Case of an Emergency	233
Parking in an Emergency	234
Parking in an Emergency	234
Flat Tire	235
Spare Tire and Tool Storage	235
Changing a Flat Tire	241
Overheating	248
Overheating	248
Emergency Starting	250
Starting a Flooded Engine	250
Jump-Starting	251
Push-Starting	254
Emergency Towing	255
Towing Description	255
Tiedown Hooks	256
Recreational Towing	256
8. Maintenance and Care	257
Introduction	258
Introduction	258
Scheduled Maintenance	259
Scheduled Maintenance	259
Owner Maintenance	263
Owner Maintenance Schedule	263
Owner Maintenance Precautions	264
Engine Compartment Overview	265
Engine Oil	266
Engine Coolant	269
Brake Fluid	271
Power Steering Fluid	272
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF)	273
Washer Fluid	274
Body Lubrication	275
Air Filter	276
Wiper Blades	277
Battery	280
Tires	282
Light Bulbs	286
Fuses	292
Appearance Care	298
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage	298
Exterior Care	300
Interior Care	303
9. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects	305
Customer Assistance	306
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)	306
Customer Assistance (Canada)	308
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)	311
Mazda Importer/Distributors	312
Importer/Distributor	312
Distributor in Each Area	312
Warranty	313
Warranties for Your Mazda	313
Outside the United States	314
Outside Canada	315
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)	316
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories	317
Cell Phones	318
Cell Phones Warning	318
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	319
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	319
Reporting Safety Defects	321
Reporting Safety Defects	321
Service Publications	322
Service Publications	322
10. #Specifications#	323
Identification Numbers	324
Vehicle Information Labels	324
Specifications	326
Specifications	326
11. #Index#	331
Index	332

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CAUTION

Shifting into P, N or R while the

vehicle is moving can damage your

transaxle.

Shifting into a driving gear or

reverse when the engine is running

faster than idle can damage the

transaxle.

R (Reverse)

In position R, the vehicle moves only

backward. You must be at a complete stop

before shifting to or from R, except under

rare circumstances as explained in

Rocking the Vehicle (page 4-8).

N (Neutral)

In N, the wheels and transaxle are not

locked. The vehicle will roll freely even

on the slightest incline unless the parking

brake or brakes are on.

WARNING

Shifting from N or P:

It's dangerous to shift from N or P

into a driving gear when the engine is

running faster than idle. If this is

done, the vehicle could move suddenly,

causing an accident or serious injury.

If the engine is running faster than

idle, don't shift from N or P into a

driving gear.

Shifting into N while Driving:

Shifting into N while driving is

dangerous. Engine braking cannot be

applied when decelerating which

could lead to an accident or serious

injury. Do not shift into N when

driving the vehicle.

CAUTION

Do not shift into N when driving the

vehicle. Doing so can cause transaxle

damage.

D (Drive)

D is the normal driving position. From a

stop, the transaxle will automatically shift

through a 5-gear sequence.

3 (Third)

The 3 position is helpful when driving in

heavy, slow-moving traffic and climbing

hills, for engine braking assist when going

down hills, or for starting on slick

surfaces and other situations where gentle

acceleration may be necessary.

Do not exceed 141 km/h (87 mph) in the

3 position.

2 (Second)

Use the 2 position for maximum power in

hard-pulling situations, or for climbing

and descending very steep grades.

Do not exceed 93 km/h (57 mph) in the 2

position.

WARNING

Sudden Engine-Braking:

Shifting down while driving on wet,

snowy, or frozen roads, or while

driving at high speeds causes sudden

engine braking, which is dangerous.

The sudden change in tire speed could

cause the tires to skid. This could lead

to loss of vehicle control and an

accident. Do not use sudden engine

braking on slippery road surfaces or at

high speeds.

5-10

Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Mazda MPV_8T50-EA-04G_Edition1 Page146

Monday, June 28 2004 3:59 PM

Form No.8T50-EA-04G