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Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-40). NOTE (Gasoline engine models) When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the sound of the fuel pump motor operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality. Starting the Engine NOTE Engine-starting is controlled by the spark ignition system. This system meets all Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. 1. Occupants should fasten their seat belts. 2. Make sure the parking brake is on. 3. Depress the brake pedal. 4. (Manual transmission) Depress the clutch pedal all the way and shift into neutral. Keep the clutch pedal depressed while cranking the engine. (Automatic transmission) Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must restart the engine while the vehicle is moving, shift into neutral (N). NOTE (Manual transmission) The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal is not depressed all the way. (Automatic transmission) The starter will not operate if the shift lever is not in P or N. NOTE (With headlight auto-leveling) When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the sound of the headlight leveling motors operating at the front of the engine compartment can be heard. This does not indicate an abnormality. START The engine is started in this position. It will crank until you release the key; then it returns to the ON position. The brake warning light can be checked after the engine is started (page 5-40). qIgnition Key Reminder If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or ACC position with the key inserted, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened. 5. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold (up to 10 seconds at a time) until the engine starts. 5-4

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	34
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	67
Advanced Keyless Entry and Start System	68
Advanced Keys	68
Operation Using Advanced Keyless Functions	73
Operation Using Advanced Key Functions	80
Advanced Key Suspend Function	82
Warning and Beep Sounds	83
Setting Change (Function Customization)	85
When Warning Indicator/Beep is Activated	86
Doors and Locks	87
Keys (without Advanced Key)	87
Keyless Entry System (with Retractable Type Key)	88
Door Locks	93
Trunk Lid	98
Inside Trunk Release Lever	100
Power Windows	101
Rear Quarter Windows	107
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap	108
Hood	109
Moonroof	110
Security System	113
Immobilizer System (with Advanced Key)	113
Immobilizer System (without Advanced Key)	115
Theft-Deterrent System	118
Steering Wheel and Mirrors	120
Steering Wheel	120
Mirrors	120
4. Before Driving Your Mazda	125
Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions	126
Fuel Requirements	126
Emission Control System	127
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide)	128
Before Starting the Engine	129
Before Getting In	129
After Getting In	129
Driving Tips	130
Break-In Period	130
Money-Saving Suggestions	130
Hazardous Driving	131
Floor Mat	132
Rocking the Vehicle	132
Winter Driving	133
Driving In Flooded Area	135
Overloading	135
Driving on Uneven Road	136
Towing	137
Trailer Towing	137
5. Driving Your Mazda	139
Starting and Driving	140
Ignition Switch	140
Starting the Engine	142
Brake System	143
Manual Transmission Operation	148
Automatic Transmission Controls	151
Power Steering	158
Cruise Control	159
Traction Control System (TCS)	163
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)	164
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	167
Instrument Cluster and Indicators	173
Meters and Gauges	173
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds	178
Warning/Indicator Lights	178
Beep Sounds	193
Switches and Controls	194
Lighting Control	194
Turn and Lane-Change Signals	197
Fog Lights	198
Windshield Wipers and Washer	198
Headlight Washer	202
Rear Window Defroster	203
Horn	204
Hazard Warning Flasher	204
HomeLink Wireless Control System	205
6. Interior Comfort	209
Climate Control System	210
Operating Tips	210
Vent Operation	211
Types of the Climate Control System	213
Manual Type	214
Fully Automatic Type	219
Audio System	223
Antenna	223
Operating Tips for Audio System	223
Audio Set	233
Audio Control Switch Operation	262
AUX Mode (Auxiliary input)	264
Safety Certification	266
Bluetooth Hands-Free	267
Bluetooth Hands-Free	267
Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation	271
Convenient Use of the Hands-Free System	274
Hands-Free Telephone Setting	279
When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used	283
Safety Certification	284
Mazda Bluetooth Hands-Free Customer Service	284
Interior Equipment	285
Sunvisors	285
Interior Lights	285
Information Display	287
Lighter	289
Ashtray	290
Cup Holder	291
Storage Compartments	292
Accessory Socket	295
7. In Case of an Emergency	297
Parking in an Emergency	298
Parking in an Emergency	298
Flat Tire	299
Spare Tire and Tool Storage	299
Instant Mobility System (IMS) Emergency Flat Tire Repair Kit	301
Changing the Tire	307
Overheating	312
Overheating	312
Emergency Starting	314
Starting a Flooded Engine	314
Jump-Starting	315
Push-Starting	318
Emergency Towing	319
Towing Description	319
Tiedown Hooks	320
Recreational Towing	321
8. Maintenance and Care	323
Introduction	324
Introduction	324
Scheduled Maintenance	325
Scheduled Maintenance	325
Owner Maintenance	330
Owner Maintenance Schedule	330
Owner Maintenance Precautions	331
Engine Compartment Overview	333
Engine Oil	334
Engine Coolant	336
Brake/Clutch Fluid	338
Washer Fluid	339
Body Lubrication	340
Wiper Blades	341
Battery	343
Tires	345
Light Bulbs	350
Fuses	358
Appearance Care	364
How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage	364
Exterior Care	366
Interior Care	369
9. Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects	371
Customer Assistance	372
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.)	372
Customer Assistance (Canada)	376
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico)	379
Mazda Importer/Distributors	380
Importer/Distributor	380
Distributor in Each Area	380
Warranty	381
Warranties for Your Mazda	381
Outside the United States	382
Outside Canada	383
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada)	384
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories	385
Cell Phones	386
Cell Phones Warning	386
Type Approval of Equipment	387
Type Approval of Equipment	387
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	389
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)	389
Tire Information (U.S.A.)	391
Tire Labeling	391
Location of the Tire Label (Placard)	397
Tire Maintenance	400
Vehicle Loading	403
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit:	410
Reporting Safety Defects	411
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.)	411
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada)	412
Service Publications	413
Service Publications	413
10. #Specifications#	415
Identification Numbers	416
Vehicle Information Labels	416
Specifications	418
Specifications	418
11. #Index#	423
Index	424

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ACC (Accessory)

The steering wheel unlocks and some

electrical accessories will operate.

This is the normal running position after

the engine is started. The warning lights

(except brakes) should be inspected

before the engine is started (page 5-40).

NOTE

(Gasoline engine models)

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON

position, the sound of the fuel pump motor

operating near the fuel tank can be heard. This

does not indicate an abnormality.

NOTE

(With headlight auto-leveling)

When the ignition switch is turned to the ON

position, the sound of the headlight leveling

motors operating at the front of the engine

compartment can be heard. This does not

indicate an abnormality.

START

The engine is started in this position. It

will crank until you release the key; then

it returns to the ON position. The brake

warning light can be checked after the

engine is started (page 5-40).

Ignition Key Reminder

If the ignition switch is in the LOCK or

ACC position with the key inserted, a

continuous beep sound will be heard

when the driver's door is opened.

Starting the Engine

NOTE

Engine-starting is controlled by the spark

ignition system.

This system meets all Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Standard requirements

regulating the impulse electrical field strength

of radio noise.

1. Occupants should fasten their seat

belts.

2. Make sure the parking brake is on.

3. Depress the brake pedal.

(Manual transmission)

Depress the clutch pedal all the way

and shift into neutral.

Keep the clutch pedal depressed while

cranking the engine.

(Automatic transmission)

Put the vehicle in park (P). If you must

restart the engine while the vehicle is

moving, shift into neutral (N).

NOTE

(Manual transmission)

The starter will not operate if the clutch pedal

not

depressed all the way.

(Automatic transmission)

The starter will not operate if the shift lever is

not

in P or N.

5. Turn the ignition switch to the START

position and hold (up to 10 seconds at

a time) until the engine starts.

5-4

Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving