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CX-7_8AS7-EA-09E_Edition2 Page423 Friday, June 5 2009 2:27 PM Black plate (423,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit. Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-24. CAUTION Ø Do not use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim. Ø The temporary spare tire has a tread life of less than 5,000 km (3,000 miles). The tread life may be shorter depending on driving conditions. Ø The temporary spare tire is for limited use, however, if the tread wear solid-band indicator appears, replace the tire with the same type of temporary spare (page 8-38). NOTE Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process. You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tires due to the aging of the spare tire. Regarding the manufacturing week and year is indicated with 4 digit. Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-24. qTemporary Spare Tire Inspect the temporary spare tire at least monthly to make sure it's properly inflated and stored. NOTE The temporary spare tire condition gradually deteriorates even if it has not been used. The temporary spare tire is easier to handle because of its construction which is lighter and smaller than a conventional tire. This tire should be used only for an emergency and only for a short distance. Use the temporary spare tire only until the conventional tire is repaired, which should be as soon as possible. (Except Mexico) Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2 bar, 60 psi). (Mexico) Maintain its pressure at 250 kPa (2.5 bar, 36 psi). qReplacing a Wheel WARNING Always use wheels of the correct size on your vehicle: Using a wrong-sized wheel is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of control and an accident. 8-39 Form No.8AS7-EA-09E

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
Interior Overview	8
Interior Equipment (View A)	8
Interior Equipment (View B)	9
Interior Equipment (View C)	10
Exterior Overview	11
Front	11
Rear	12
2. Essential Safety Equipment	13
Seats	14
Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats)	14
Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats)	16
Rear Seat	21
Head Restraints	25
Seat Warmer	26
Seat Belt Systems	28
Seat Belt Precautions	28
Seat Belt (Except Center-Rear Position)	32
Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems	34
Center-Rear Position Seat Belt	36
Seat Belt Extender	39
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep	40
Child Restraint	42
Child Restraint Precautions	42
Installing Child-Restraint Systems	46
LATCH Child-Restraint Systems	52
SRS Air Bags	56
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Precautions	56
Supplemental Restraint System Components	61
How the SRS Air Bags Work	62
SRS Air Bag Deployment Criteria	66
Limitations to SRS Air Bag	67
Driver and Front Passenger Occupant Classification System	69
Monitoring and Maintenance	74
3. Knowing Your Mazda	77
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System	78
Advanced Keys	78
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions	83
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions	90
Advanced Key Suspend Function	94
Warning and Beep Sounds	95
Setting Change (Function Customization)	97
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated	98
Doors and Locks	99
Keys (with Retractable Type Key)	99
Keyless Entry System	100
Door Locks	107
Liftgate	112
Power Windows	115
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap	122
Hood	124
Moonroof	125
Security System	128
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key)	128
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key)	132
Theft-Deterrent System	136
Steering Wheel and Mirrors	139
Steering Wheel	139
Mirrors	139
4. Before Driving Your Mazda	143
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions	144
Fuel Requirements	144
Emission Control System	146
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)	147
Before Starting the Engine	148
Before Getting In	148
After Getting In	148
Driving Tips	149
Break-In Period	149
Money-Saving Suggestions	149
Hazardous Driving	150
Floor Mat	151
Rocking the Vehicle	151
Winter Driving	152
Driving In Flooded Area	153
Overloading	154
Driving on Uneven Road	155
Turbocharger Information	156
Towing	157
Trailer Towing	157
5. Driving Your Mazda	165
Starting and Driving	166
Ignition Switch	166
Starting the Engine	168
Brake System	169
Automatic Transaxle Controls	174
Power Steering	180
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Operation	181
Cruise Control	183
Traction Control System (TCS)	187
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)	190
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	191
Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM) System	197
Instrument Cluster and Indicators	202
Meters and Gauges	202
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds	207
Warning/Indicator Lights	207
Beep Sounds	222
Switches and Controls	224
Lighting Control	224
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	228
Fog Lights	229
Windshield Wipers and Washer	229
Rear Window Wiper and Washer	233
Rear Window Defroster	234
Horn	235
Hazard Warning Flasher	235
HomeLink Wireless Control System	236
6. Interior Comfort	241
Climate Control System	242
Operating Tips	242
Vent Operation	243
Types of the Climate Control System	245
Manual Type	246
Fully Automatic Type	250
Audio System	254
Antenna	254
Operating Tips for Audio System	255
Audio Set	265
Audio Control Switch Operation	296
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input)	299
Safety Certification	302
Bluetooth Audio	303
Bluetooth Audio	303
Bluetooth Hands-Free	312
Bluetooth Hands-Free	312
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation	316
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System	321
Hands-Free Setting	328
When Bluetooth Hands-Free Cannot be Used	335
Safety Certification	336
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service	336
Interior Equipment	337
Sunvisors	337
Interior Lights	338
Information Display	340
Multi Information Display	342
Cup Holder	359
Bottle Holder	360
Storage Compartments	360
Accessory Sockets	362
7. In Case of an Emergency	363
Parking in an Emergency	364
Parking in an Emergency	364
Flat Tire	365
Spare Tire and Tool Storage	365
Changing a Flat Tire	368
Overheating	373
Overheating	373
Emergency Starting	375
Starting a Flooded Engine	375
Jump-Starting	376
Push-Starting	379
Emergency Towing	380
Towing Description	380
Tiedown Hooks	381
Recreational Towing	384
8. Maintenance and Care	385
Introduction	386
Introduction	386
Scheduled Maintenance	387
Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico)	387
Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico)	393
Owner Maintenance	400
Owner Maintenance Schedule	400
Owner Maintenance Precautions	401
Engine Compartment Overview	402
Engine Oil	403
Engine Coolant	406
Brake Fluid	408
Power Steering Fluid	409
Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF)	410
Washer Fluid	412
Body Lubrication	413
Wiper Blades	414
Battery	418
Tires	420
Light Bulbs	425
Fuses	432
Appearance Care	438
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage	438
Exterior Care	440
Interior Care	444
9. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects	447
Customer Assistance	448
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)	448
Customer Assistance (Canada)	453
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)	456
Customer Assistance (Mexico)	457
Mazda Importer/Distributors	459
Importer/Distributor	459
Distributor in Each Area	459
Warranty	461
Warranties for Your Mazda	461
Outside the United States and Canada	462
Outside the United States	463
Outside Canada	464
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)	465
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories	466
Cell Phones	467
Cell Phones Warning	467
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	468
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	468
Tire Information (except Canada)	470
Tire Labeling	470
Location of the Tire Label (Placard)	476
Tire Maintenance	479
Vehicle Loading	482
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit:	489
Reporting Safety Defects	490
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)	490
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)	491
Service Publications	492
Service Publications	492
10. #Specifications#	495
Identification Numbers	496
Vehicle Information Labels	496
Specifications	498
Specifications	498
11. #Index#	503
Index	504

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NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when they are

not being used on the road. It is recommended

that tires generally be replaced when they are

6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates

or frequent high loading conditions can

accelerate the aging process. You should

replace the spare tire when you replace the

other road tires due to the aging of the spare

tire. Regarding the manufacturing week and

year is indicated with 4 digit.

Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-24.

Temporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at least

monthly to make sure it's properly inflated

and stored.

NOTE

The temporary spare tire condition gradually

deteriorates even if it has not been used.

The temporary spare tire is easier to

handle because of its construction which

is lighter and smaller than a conventional

tire. This tire should be used only for an

emergency and only for a short distance.

Use the temporary spare tire only until the

conventional tire is repaired, which should

be as soon as possible.

(Except Mexico)

Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2 bar,

60 psi).

(Mexico)

Maintain its pressure at 250 kPa (2.5 bar,

36 psi).

CAUTION

Do not use your temporary spare

tire rim with a snow tire or a

conventional tire. Neither will

properly fit and could damage

both tire and rim.

The temporary spare tire has a

tread life of less than 5,000 km

(3,000 miles). The tread life may

be shorter depending on driving

conditions.

The temporary spare tire is for

limited use, however, if the tread

wear solid-band indicator

appears, replace the tire with the

same type of temporary spare

(page 8-38).

NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when they are

not being used on the road. It is recommended

that tires generally be replaced when they are

6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates

or frequent high loading conditions can

accelerate the aging process. You should

replace the spare tire when you replace the

other road tires due to the aging of the spare

tire. Regarding the manufacturing week and

year is indicated with 4 digit.

Refer to The tire labeling on page 9-24.

Replacing a Wheel

WARNING

Always use wheels of the correct size

on your vehicle:

Using a wrong-sized wheel is

dangerous. Braking and handling

could be affected, leading to loss of

control and an accident.

Maintenance and Care

Owner Maintenance

8-39

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Friday, June 5 2009 2:27 PM

Form No.8AS7-EA-09E