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RX-8_8AT5-EA-09E_Edition1 Page223 Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic, closely monitor the temperature gauge (page 5-38). The air conditioner may cause engine overheating. If the gauge indicates overheating, turn the air conditioner off (page 7-17). NOTE l qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. Press the windshield defroster switch. 2. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 3. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. WARNING Do not defog the windshield using the position with the temperature control set to the cold position: position with the Using the temperature control set to the cold position is dangerous as it will cause the outside of the windshield to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. Set the temperature control to the hot or warm position when position. using the NOTE l l l When maximum cooling is desired, set the temperature control dial to the extreme cold position and set the air intake selector to the position, then set the fan control dial to position 4. If warmer air is desired at floor level, set the mode selector switch at the position and adjust the temperature control dial to maintain maximum comfort. The air to the floor is warmer than air to the face (except when the temperature control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold position). qVentilation 1. Press the mode selector switch to the position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the position. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. l l For maximum defrosting, set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and the fan control dial to position 4. If warm air is desired at the floor, set the mode selector switch to the position. In the , or position, the air conditioner is automatically turned on (however, the indicator light does not illuminate) and the position is automatically selected to defrost the windshield. In the or position, the position cannot be changed to the position. 6-9 Form No.8AT5-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
Dashboard and Interior Overview	8
#Dashboard and Interior Overview#	8
Exterior Overview	10
#Exterior Overview#	10
2. Essential Safety Equipment	13
Seats	14
Front Seats (Manually Operated Seats)	14
Driver's Seat (Electrically Operated Seat)	18
Rear Seat	23
Seat Warmer	24
Seat Belt Systems	26
Seat Belt Precautions	26
Location of Seat Belt	29
Seat Belt	30
Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems	31
Seat Belt Extender	33
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep	35
Child Restraint	37
Child Restraint Precautions	37
Installing Child-Restraint Systems	41
LATCH Child-Restraint Systems	47
SRS Air Bags	50
Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions	50
Supplemental Restraint System Components	54
How the Air Bags Work	56
3. Knowing Your Mazda	69
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System	70
Advanced Keys	70
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions	75
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions	82
Advanced Key Suspend Function	85
Warning and Beep Sounds	86
Setting Change (Function Customization)	88
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated	89
Doors and Locks	90
Keys (without Advanced Key)	90
Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)	91
Door Locks	96
Trunk Lid	101
Inside Trunk Release Lever	103
Power Windows	104
Rear Quarter Windows	111
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap	111
Hood	113
Moonroof	114
Security System	116
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key)	116
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key)	119
Theft-Deterrent System	121
Steering Wheel and Mirrors	124
Steering Wheel	124
Mirrors	124
4. Before Driving Your Mazda	129
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions	130
Fuel Requirements	130
Emission Control System	131
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)	132
Before Starting the Engine	133
Before Getting In	133
After Getting In	133
Driving Tips	134
Break-In Period	134
Money-Saving Suggestions	134
Hazardous Driving	135
Floor Mat	136
Rocking the Vehicle	136
Winter Driving	137
Driving In Flooded Area	139
Overloading	139
Driving on Uneven Road	140
Towing	141
Trailer Towing	141
5. Driving Your Mazda	143
Starting and Driving	144
Ignition Switch	144
Starting the Engine	146
Brake System	147
Manual Transmission Operation	152
Automatic Transmission Controls	155
Power Steering	163
Cruise Control	164
Traction Control System (TCS)	167
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)	168
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	171
Instrument Cluster and Indicators	177
Meters and Gauges	177
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds	182
Warning/Indicator Lights	182
Beep Sounds	198
Switches and Controls	199
Lighting Control	199
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	202
Fog Lights	203
Windshield Wipers and Washer	203
Headlight Washer	207
Rear Window Defroster	208
Horn	209
Hazard Warning Flasher	209
HomeLink Wireless Control System	210
6. Interior Comfort	215
Climate Control System	216
Operating Tips	216
Vent Operation	217
Types of the Climate Control System	219
Manual Type	220
Fully Automatic Type	225
Audio System	229
Antenna	229
Operating Tips for Audio System	229
Audio Set	239
Audio Control Switch Operation	266
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input)	268
Safety Certification	270
Bluetooth Hands-Free	271
Bluetooth Hands-Free	271
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation	275
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System	279
Hands-Free Telephone Setting	284
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used	289
Safety Certification	290
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service	290
Interior Equipment	291
Sunvisors	291
Interior Lights	291
Information Display	293
Lighter	295
Ashtray	296
Cup Holder	297
Storage Compartments	298
Accessory Socket	301
7. In Case of an Emergency	303
Parking in an Emergency	304
Parking in an Emergency	304
Flat Tire	305
Spare Tire and Tool Storage	305
Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit	307
Changing the Tire	313
Overheating	319
Overheating	319
Emergency Starting	321
Starting a Flooded Engine	321
Jump-Starting	322
Push-Starting	325
Emergency Towing	326
Towing Description	326
Tiedown Hooks	327
Recreational Towing	329
8. Maintenance and Care	331
Introduction	332
Introduction	332
Scheduled Maintenance	333
Scheduled Maintenance	333
Owner Maintenance	338
Owner Maintenance Schedule	338
Owner Maintenance Precautions	339
Engine Compartment Overview	341
Engine Oil	342
Engine Coolant	344
Brake/Clutch Fluid	346
Washer Fluid	347
Body Lubrication	348
Wiper Blades	349
Battery	351
Tires	353
Light Bulbs	358
Fuses	366
Appearance Care	372
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage	372
Exterior Care	374
Interior Care	377
9. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects	379
Customer Assistance	380
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)	380
Customer Assistance (Canada)	384
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)	387
Mazda Importer/Distributors	388
Importer/Distributor	388
Distributor in Each Area	388
Warranty	389
Warranties for Your Mazda	389
Outside the United States	390
Outside Canada	391
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)	392
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories	393
Cell Phones	394
Cell Phones Warning	394
Type Approval of Equipment	395
Type Approval of Equipment	395
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	397
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	397
Tire Information (U.S.A.)	399
Tire Labeling	399
Location of the Tire Label (Placard)	405
Tire Maintenance	408
Vehicle Loading	411
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit:	417
Reporting Safety Defects	418
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)	418
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)	419
Service Publications	420
Service Publications	420
10. #Specifications#	423
Identification Numbers	424
Vehicle Information Labels	424
Specifications	426
Specifications	426
11. #Index#	431
Index	432

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Black plate (223,1)

CAUTION

When using the air conditioner while

driving up long hills or in heavy

traffic, closely monitor the

temperature gauge (page 5-38).

The air conditioner may cause engine

overheating. If the gauge indicates

overheating, turn the air conditioner

off (page 7-17).

NOTE

When maximum cooling is desired, set the

temperature control dial to the extreme cold

position and set the air intake selector to

the

position, then set the fan control

dial to position 4.

If warmer air is desired at floor level, set

the mode selector switch at the

position

and adjust the temperature control dial to

maintain maximum comfort.

The air to the floor is warmer than air to

the face (except when the temperature

control dial is set at the extreme hot or cold

position).

Ventilation

1. Press the mode selector switch to the

position.

2. Set the air intake selector to the

position.

3. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

4. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

Windshield Defrosting and Defogging

1. Press the windshield defroster switch.

2. Set the temperature control dial to the

desired position.

3. Set the fan control dial to the desired

speed.

WARNING

Do not defog the windshield using the

position with the temperature

control set to the cold position:

Using the

position with the

temperature control set to the cold

position is dangerous as it will cause

the outside of the windshield to fog

up. Your vision will be hampered,

which could lead to a serious

accident. Set the temperature control

to the hot or warm position when

using the

position.

NOTE

For maximum defrosting, set the

temperature control dial to the extreme hot

position and the fan control dial to position

If warm air is desired at the floor, set the

mode selector switch to the

position.

In the

, or

position, the air

conditioner is automatically turned on

(however, the indicator light does not

illuminate) and the

position is

automatically selected to defrost the

windshield.

In the

position, the

position cannot be changed to the

position.

Interior Comfort

Climate Control System

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Wednesday, April 15 2009 10:33 AM

Form No.8AT5-EA-09E