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J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 4 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid (page 3-9) Rear window defroster (page 5-34) High-mount brake light (page 8-35) Door and keys (page 3-2) License plate lights (page 8-35) Tires (page 8-27) Brake lights / Taillights (page 8-35) Reverse lights (page 8-35) Rear turn...
J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 4 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid (page 3-9) Rear window defroster (page 5-34) High-mount brake light (page 8-35) Door and keys (page 3-2) License plate lights (page 8-35) Tires (page 8-27) Brake lights / Taillights (page 8-35) Reverse lights (page 8-35) Rear turn...
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...In • Are all doors closed and locked? • Are the inside and outside lights are clean. • Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. • Look under the vehicle for any sign of a leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking ...brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirror(s), and outside mirrors ...
...In • Are all doors closed and locked? • Are the inside and outside lights are clean. • Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. • Look under the vehicle for any sign of a leak. • If you plan to the ON position. • Release the parking ...brake and make sure nothing will be in your Mazda. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In • Be sure the windows, outside mirror(s), and outside mirrors ...
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...-EA-01F.book Page 6 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in...; Avoid full-throttle starts. Any loss of fuel. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. • Use the air conditioner only when necessary. • Slow down when ...high speeds. • Slow down on rough roads. • Keep the tires properly inflated. • Don't carry unnecessary weight. • Don't rest your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of steering or braking ...
...-EA-01F.book Page 6 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period No special break-in...; Avoid full-throttle starts. Any loss of fuel. Follow the maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform inspections and servicing. • Use the air conditioner only when necessary. • Slow down when ...high speeds. • Slow down on rough roads. • Keep the tires properly inflated. • Don't carry unnecessary weight. • Don't rest your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of steering or braking ...
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...of vehicle control and an accident. NOTE WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at more traction in tire speed could lead to 1 or 2 and accelerate slowly. Don't hold the pedal down on slippery surfaces, be very careful. Use... only on slippery surfaces is dangerous. This could overheat and explode. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on the rear ...
...of vehicle control and an accident. NOTE WARNING Spinning the Wheels: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at more traction in tire speed could lead to 1 or 2 and accelerate slowly. Don't hold the pedal down on slippery surfaces, be very careful. Use... only on slippery surfaces is dangerous. This could overheat and explode. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on the rear ...
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... it necessary to be greatly affected and result in an accident. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 8 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving • Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of antifreeze in the radiator. • Inspect...
... it necessary to be greatly affected and result in an accident. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 8 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Winter Driving • Carry emergency gear, including tire chains, window scraper, flares, a small shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of antifreeze in the radiator. • Inspect...
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... avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns. • Avoid locked-wheel braking. • Don't use chains on the rear tires. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Tire Chains Driving In Flooded Area CAUTION • Chains may affect handling. • Don't go faster than 50 km...
... avoid bumps, holes, and sharp turns. • Avoid locked-wheel braking. • Don't use chains on the rear tires. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Tire Chains Driving In Flooded Area CAUTION • Chains may affect handling. • Don't go faster than 50 km...
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...loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of each wheel. Braking distances may require less distance to have an accident. Don't drive with a ... , the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of water on at the...
...loose surfaces (snow or gravel, for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of each wheel. Braking distances may require less distance to have an accident. Don't drive with a ... , the ABS responds by automatically releasing and reapplying that wheel's brake. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS control unit continuously monitors the speed of water on at the...
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.... The sudden change in the lock-release button to loss of vehicle control and an accident. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Lock-release button To prevent unsafe shifting Overdrive button For gear selection with either a three-speed or...-speed transmission WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or driving at high speeds. This could cause the tires to hold in tire speed could lead to shift. 5-9 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
.... The sudden change in the lock-release button to loss of vehicle control and an accident. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transmission Controls Lock-release button To prevent unsafe shifting Overdrive button For gear selection with either a three-speed or...-speed transmission WARNING Sudden Engine-Braking: Shifting down while driving on wet, snowy, or frozen roads, or driving at high speeds. This could cause the tires to hold in tire speed could lead to shift. 5-9 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
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.... 8Q42-EA-01F Start the engine. 3. NOTE 3. Move the shift lever. 5. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 11 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Shift-Lock Override If the shift lever won't move from P with the brake pedal depressed, continue to hold the brake... the ACC or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be heard. Remove the shift-lock override cover with a screwdriver. 2. The sudden change in tire speed could lead to have the system checked. M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transmission has a shift-lock, which is depressed...
.... 8Q42-EA-01F Start the engine. 3. NOTE 3. Move the shift lever. 5. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 11 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Shift-Lock Override If the shift lever won't move from P with the brake pedal depressed, continue to hold the brake... the ACC or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be heard. Remove the shift-lock override cover with a screwdriver. 2. The sudden change in tire speed could lead to have the system checked. M Shift-Lock System For your safety, the automatic transmission has a shift-lock, which is depressed...
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Parking in an Emergency ...7- 2 Parking in an emergency. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 1 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an Emergency ...7- 2 Flat Tire ...7- 3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7- 3 Changing a Flat Tire ...7- 5 Overheating ...7-11 Overheating ...7-11 Emergency Starting ...7-13 Starting a Flooded Engine ...7-13 Jump-Starting ...7-13 Push-Starting ...7-15 Emergency Towing ...7-16 Towing Description ...7-16 Tiedown Hooks ...7-17 Recreational Towing ...7-17 7-1 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
Parking in an Emergency ...7- 2 Parking in an emergency. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 1 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an Emergency ...7- 2 Flat Tire ...7- 3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage ...7- 3 Changing a Flat Tire ...7- 5 Overheating ...7-11 Overheating ...7-11 Emergency Starting ...7-13 Starting a Flooded Engine ...7-13 Jump-Starting ...7-13 Push-Starting ...7-15 Emergency Towing ...7-16 Towing Description ...7-16 Tiedown Hooks ...7-17 Recreational Towing ...7-17 7-1 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
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J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 3 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Lug wrench Spare tire Jack handle Jack 7-3 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 3 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Lug wrench Spare tire Jack handle Jack 7-3 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F
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... for VERY short periods. it with a spare tire on the rear (driving) wheels on any other vehicle; Wing bolt Jack CAUTION To avoid damage to the temporary spare or to malfunction. M Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 4 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of the vehicle and...
... for VERY short periods. it with a spare tire on the rear (driving) wheels on any other vehicle; Wing bolt Jack CAUTION To avoid damage to the temporary spare or to malfunction. M Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 4 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of the vehicle and...
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..., March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of traffic to change the tire. Passenger in Vehicle Supported by a Jack: Allowing someone . Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack is well off the jack and seriously injure someone to follow the directions for changing a tire, and never ... vehicle supported by a jack. 7-5 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F Stopping in one direction. WARNING Jacking a Vehicle: Changing a tire is dangerous. Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could cause the vehicle to vibrate excessively. • The vehicle pulls in traffic ...
..., March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of traffic to change the tire. Passenger in Vehicle Supported by a Jack: Allowing someone . Never allow anyone inside a vehicle supported by a jack is well off the jack and seriously injure someone to follow the directions for changing a tire, and never ... vehicle supported by a jack. 7-5 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F Stopping in one direction. WARNING Jacking a Vehicle: Changing a tire is dangerous. Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could cause the vehicle to vibrate excessively. • The vehicle pulls in traffic ...
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...Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of the tire. Park on the hazard warning flasher. 4. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire (page 7-3). 6. When blocking a front wheel, place the block in Reverse (R) or 1, and turn each, but don't remove any until the tire has been raised...Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in front of an Emergency Flat Tire M Removing a Flat Tire 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. Jacking position 7-6 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn ...
...Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of the tire. Park on the hazard warning flasher. 4. Remove the jack, tool, and spare tire (page 7-3). 6. When blocking a front wheel, place the block in Reverse (R) or 1, and turn each, but don't remove any until the tire has been raised...Put a vehicle with an automatic transmission in Park (P), a manual transmission in front of an Emergency Flat Tire M Removing a Flat Tire 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. Jacking position 7-6 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn ...
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... with an object under the jack. 3. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in this manual is dangerous. Never place objects under the jack is dangerous. Remove ... the wheel. 7-7 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F Turn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the spare tire can be seriously injured by turning them counterclockwise; Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in position and that isn't designed for...
... with an object under the jack. 3. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 7 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 4. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in this manual is dangerous. Never place objects under the jack is dangerous. Remove ... the wheel. 7-7 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F Turn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the spare tire can be seriously injured by turning them counterclockwise; Use only the front and rear jacking positions recommended in position and that isn't designed for...
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...-01F To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 8 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire M Locking Lug Nuts If your key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's order form, which is with the registration card. Remove dirt and... grime from the mounting surfaces of the key, apply pressure, and turn it . Mount the spare tire. Place the key on top of the wheel...
...-01F To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 8 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire M Locking Lug Nuts If your key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer or use the lock manufacturer's order form, which is with the registration card. Remove dirt and... grime from the mounting surfaces of the key, apply pressure, and turn it . Mount the spare tire. Place the key on top of the wheel...
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J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of how tight the nuts should be damaged if tightened more than necessary. Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. If you're unsure of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. The lug nuts could be , have...·lbf) 88-118 (9-12, 65-87) 7-9 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F In addition, lug nuts and bolts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to tighten the nuts in an accident.
J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 9 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of how tight the nuts should be damaged if tightened more than necessary. Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. If you're unsure of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. The lug nuts could be , have...·lbf) 88-118 (9-12, 65-87) 7-9 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F In addition, lug nuts and bolts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to tighten the nuts in an accident.
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...7-10 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 10 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of vehicle control and cause a serious accident. Incorrect Tire Air Pressure: Driving on your Mazda have incorrect air pressure. NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them... with any tires that have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. Always ...
...7-10 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 10 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM In Case of vehicle control and cause a serious accident. Incorrect Tire Air Pressure: Driving on your Mazda have incorrect air pressure. NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them... with any tires that have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. Always ...
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... Fluid ...8-22 Body Lubrication ...8-23 Air Filter ...8-23 Wiper Blades ...8-24 Battery ...8-26 Tires ...8-27 Light Bulbs ...8-31 Fuses ...8-37 Appearance Care ...8-41 How to keep your Mazda in top condition. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 1 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM 8 Maintenance and Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage ...8-41 Exterior Care...
... Fluid ...8-22 Body Lubrication ...8-23 Air Filter ...8-23 Wiper Blades ...8-24 Battery ...8-26 Tires ...8-27 Light Bulbs ...8-31 Fuses ...8-37 Appearance Care ...8-41 How to keep your Mazda in top condition. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 1 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM 8 Maintenance and Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage ...8-41 Exterior Care...
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... I I I I I I Brake and clutch fluid level I I I Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I I I I I I Power steering fluid level R Manual transmission oil R Rear ... state and federal regulations, failure to ensure long-term reliability. 8-5 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months Engine valve clearance Engine timing belt Drive ...warranties. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance M Schedule 2...
... I I I I I I Brake and clutch fluid level I I I Disc brakes I I I I I I I I I I I Tire inflation pressure and tire wear I Steering operation and linkages I I I I I I I I I I I Power steering fluid level R Manual transmission oil R Rear ... state and federal regulations, failure to ensure long-term reliability. 8-5 Form No. 8Q42-EA-01F However, Mazda recommends that , every 48,000km (30,000miles) or 24 months Engine valve clearance Engine timing belt Drive ...warranties. J07L_8Q42-EA-01F.book Page 5 Tuesday, March 5, 2002 3:14 PM Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance M Schedule 2...