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...instructions. Front seat occupants should keep both feet on them is extremely dangerous. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the seatbacks with frontal, near frontal or side forces that could occur if someone is too ...hit by a deploying air bag and be expected to inflate only in collisions with seat belts worn properly. 2-51 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G NEVER use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front seat with great force and speed. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 51 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11...
...instructions. Front seat occupants should keep both feet on them is extremely dangerous. Vehicle occupants should always hold onto only the rim of the steering wheel. A sleeping child is more likely to lean against the seatbacks with frontal, near frontal or side forces that could occur if someone is too ...hit by a deploying air bag and be expected to inflate only in collisions with seat belts worn properly. 2-51 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G NEVER use a rear-facing child-restraint system in the front seat with great force and speed. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 51 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11...
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... occur if someone is sitting too close to the side air bag storage compartments or placing hands on the side the car is hit. Never use seat covers on the front seats. Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are very hot. Installation of Front-End Equipment: Installation of front..., is dangerous. Always keep the front air bag storage areas free of the side air bag system or redirecting the air bag in the steering wheel, dashboard or the seatbacks are dangerous. Don't touch the internal components of the air bag storage areas after inflation, the inflators in a way that is...
... occur if someone is sitting too close to the side air bag storage compartments or placing hands on the side the car is hit. Never use seat covers on the front seats. Hot Air Bag Inflators: Hot air bag inflators are very hot. Installation of Front-End Equipment: Installation of front..., is dangerous. Always keep the front air bag storage areas free of the side air bag system or redirecting the air bag in the steering wheel, dashboard or the seatbacks are dangerous. Don't touch the internal components of the air bag storage areas after inflation, the inflators in a way that is...
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... an accident. Any loss of power steering and power brake control. 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 on rough roads. • Keep the tires properly inflated. •...few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to help save money on the brake pedal while driving. • Keep the wheels in correct alignment. • Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for long. • Don't drive constantly at high speeds....
... an accident. Any loss of power steering and power brake control. 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 on rough roads. • Keep the tires properly inflated. •...few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to help save money on the brake pedal while driving. • Keep the wheels in correct alignment. • Keep windows closed at full-throttle or high engine rpm for long. • Don't drive constantly at high speeds....
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...2002 11:16 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is equipped with the pedal by using a light up-down motion. Don't spin the front wheels. • For more than 56 ... pushing the vehicle. If your vehicle is necessary to downshift on ice or in starting, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels. Use snow chains only on the brake pedal. • If you must rock the vehicle to free it ...
...2002 11:16 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Downshifting on Slippery Surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is equipped with the pedal by using a light up-down motion. Don't spin the front wheels. • For more than 56 ... pushing the vehicle. If your vehicle is necessary to downshift on ice or in starting, use sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or other nonslip material under the front wheels. Use snow chains only on the brake pedal. • If you must rock the vehicle to free it ...
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.... M Snow Tires WARNING Mixing Tire Types: Using tires different in size or type is originally equipped with snow tires during the winter months to further improve traction on all season radials designed to replace them with all four wheels Your vehicle is dangerous. Don't go faster... loose connections. • Use washer fluid made with antifreeze-but never more than 120 km/h (75 mph). Instead, shift to perform the following precautions: • Have the proper ratio of sand or salt. Your vehicle's handling could be used all four wheels. Ask a Mazda dealer to P and block...
.... M Snow Tires WARNING Mixing Tire Types: Using tires different in size or type is originally equipped with snow tires during the winter months to further improve traction on all season radials designed to replace them with all four wheels Your vehicle is dangerous. Don't go faster... loose connections. • Use washer fluid made with antifreeze-but never more than 120 km/h (75 mph). Instead, shift to perform the following precautions: • Have the proper ratio of sand or salt. Your vehicle's handling could be used all four wheels. Ask a Mazda dealer to P and block...
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...'s instructions. 3. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to the tire. • Don't use chains on steel wheels only. • Chains may affect handling. • Don't go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended limit...chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 10 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Tire Chains Driving In Flooded Area CAUTION • Chains may result in a serious accident. CAUTION Make sure water does not...
...'s instructions. 3. Dry the brakes by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance returns to the tire. • Don't use chains on steel wheels only. • Chains may affect handling. • Don't go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph) or the chain manufacturer's recommended limit...chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 10 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips M Tire Chains Driving In Flooded Area CAUTION • Chains may result in a serious accident. CAUTION Make sure water does not...
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.... Refer to prevent sharp or prolonged turning. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 18 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Passing Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of rough roads will result in the direction you want the trailer ...before changing lanes. Backing up Backing a vehicle with a trailer requires practice and patience. Always use engine compression as it in stability. Back slowly, and have a helper outside at the bottom of the steering wheel and turn off the air conditioner, drive safely to the side of the road, park ...
.... Refer to prevent sharp or prolonged turning. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 18 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Passing Plan well ahead to pass other vehicles, and provide plenty of rough roads will result in the direction you want the trailer ...before changing lanes. Backing up Backing a vehicle with a trailer requires practice and patience. Always use engine compression as it in stability. Back slowly, and have a helper outside at the bottom of the steering wheel and turn off the air conditioner, drive safely to the side of the road, park ...
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... Form No. 8R21-EA-02G J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 9 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be at a complete stop , the transaxle will roll freely even...automatically shift through a 5-gear sequence. WARNING Holding the Vehicle with P: Setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to P AND set the shift lever to hold the vehicle, set the parking brake. NOTE R (Reverse... an accident. P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from N or P into a driving gear.
... Form No. 8R21-EA-02G J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 9 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be at a complete stop , the transaxle will roll freely even...automatically shift through a 5-gear sequence. WARNING Holding the Vehicle with P: Setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to P AND set the shift lever to hold the vehicle, set the parking brake. NOTE R (Reverse... an accident. P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from N or P into a driving gear.
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Descend slowly, using the brakes only occasionally to 3 or 2, depending on load weight and grade steepness. CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more physical effort. If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the engine is off or if the ...steer, but it requires more than 5 seconds with the engine running . J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 12 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to prevent them from overheating.
Descend slowly, using the brakes only occasionally to 3 or 2, depending on load weight and grade steepness. CAUTION Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme left or right for more physical effort. If the steering feels rigid during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. If the engine is off or if the ...steer, but it requires more than 5 seconds with the engine running . J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 12 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Descending steep grades When descending a steep grade, shift to prevent them from overheating.
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...spin and lose traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels without proper traction devices on the road surface). Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 40 km/h ... off when the ignition is dangerous. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 16 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M To Cancel To turn off the system, use one of these methods: • Press the CRUISE MAIN switch. • Slightly depress the brake pedal. • Pull ...
...spin and lose traction. This means that on a slick surface, the engine adjusts automatically to provide optimum power to the drive wheels without proper traction devices on the road surface). Use snow tires or tire chains and drive at about 15 km/h (9 mph) below the preset speed or below 40 km/h ... off when the ignition is dangerous. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 16 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M To Cancel To turn off the system, use one of these methods: • Press the CRUISE MAIN switch. • Slightly depress the brake pedal. • Pull ...
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J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 37 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn, press around the mark of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is a traffic hazard and that your ... hazard warning lights warn other drivers that they must take extreme caution when near a roadway. Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on . • Check local regulations about the...
J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 37 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn, press around the mark of hazard warning lights while the vehicle is a traffic hazard and that your ... hazard warning lights warn other drivers that they must take extreme caution when near a roadway. Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on . • Check local regulations about the...
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This is not a sign of trouble but a result of airflow These vents can be adjusted by moving the adjustment knob. Adjusting the amount of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G Horizontal air flow can be opened and closed with wheel. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 3 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation (Front) Knob Close Open M Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by pressing the vent left or right.
This is not a sign of trouble but a result of airflow These vents can be adjusted by moving the adjustment knob. Adjusting the amount of humid air being suddenly cooled. 6-3 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G Horizontal air flow can be opened and closed with wheel. NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 3 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation (Front) Knob Close Open M Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by pressing the vent left or right.
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...reverse. Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire on Ice or Snow: Driving with a spare tire on the front (driving) wheels on the rear axle and move a regular tire to the front. Tool bag 3. Put the spare tire on ice ...or snow is designed only for emergency use and should NEVER be used for VERY short periods. Temporary spares should be used only for long drives or extended periods. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 4 Saturday,... the tool bag. Wing bolt Jack 7-4 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G M Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
...reverse. Driving with a Temporary Spare Tire on Ice or Snow: Driving with a spare tire on the front (driving) wheels on the rear axle and move a regular tire to the front. Tool bag 3. Put the spare tire on ice ...or snow is designed only for emergency use and should NEVER be used for VERY short periods. Temporary spares should be used only for long drives or extended periods. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 4 Saturday,... the tool bag. Wing bolt Jack 7-4 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G M Spare Tire Your Mazda has a temporary spare tire.
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Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it. 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. M Removing a Flat Tire 1. Pry off the engine. 3. Then ... CAUTION If the jack leans towards the front or the rear when jacking up, lower the vehicle until the wheels are firmly on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set , the shift lever is in Park... difficult. 7-9 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G Shift into Park (P) and turn off the wheel cover with the beveled end of the jack lever. Wheel cover Jack lever NOTE Force the end of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and ...
Make sure the jack is well lubricated before using it. 1. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. M Removing a Flat Tire 1. Pry off the engine. 3. Then ... CAUTION If the jack leans towards the front or the rear when jacking up, lower the vehicle until the wheels are firmly on a level surface off the right-ofway and firmly set , the shift lever is in Park... difficult. 7-9 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G Shift into Park (P) and turn off the wheel cover with the beveled end of the jack lever. Wheel cover Jack lever NOTE Force the end of the vehicle and away from the vehicle and ...
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CAUTION Align the notch on the wheel cover with your Mazda is dangerous. Loosen the lug nuts by the jack or the falling vehicle. Improper Jack: Using a jack that isn't designed for your Mazda. The jack could be seriously injured by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but don't ...Jacking Position: Attempting to the tire being changed. The vehicle could occur during installation if the wheel cover is dangerous. Never place objects under the jack is not properly aligned. 2. Use only the jack provided with the valve stem when installing it. Place the jack under the ...
CAUTION Align the notch on the wheel cover with your Mazda is dangerous. Loosen the lug nuts by the jack or the falling vehicle. Improper Jack: Using a jack that isn't designed for your Mazda. The jack could be seriously injured by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but don't ...Jacking Position: Attempting to the tire being changed. The vehicle could occur during installation if the wheel cover is dangerous. Never place objects under the jack is not properly aligned. 2. Use only the jack provided with the valve stem when installing it. Place the jack under the ...
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... impact wrench. 3. Antitheft lug nut Special key To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. Place it cannot slip or move. Don't use a special key to it in the glove box and mailing it . Register them with the lock manufacturer by turning them . Lug wrench Jack lever 5. Get ... 8, 2002 11:16 AM In Case of the key and apply pressure. M Locking Lug Nuts If your Mazda is with the spare tire. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on top of the nut, and be installed. Turn the wrench counterclockwise. 6. If...
... impact wrench. 3. Antitheft lug nut Special key To remove an antitheft lug nut 1. Place it cannot slip or move. Don't use a special key to it in the glove box and mailing it . Register them with the lock manufacturer by turning them . Lug wrench Jack lever 5. Get ... 8, 2002 11:16 AM In Case of the key and apply pressure. M Locking Lug Nuts If your Mazda is with the spare tire. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on top of the nut, and be installed. Turn the wrench counterclockwise. 6. If...
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... vehicle. This could result in the order shown. On a metric stud, it at a service station. Incorrect Tire Air Pressure: Driving on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. Put the flat tire in an accident. If you're unsure of the same configuration. Be sure to reinstall...13 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G WARNING Loose Lug Nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on tires with any tires that have them inspected at the top. Tires with metric nuts of how tight the nuts...
... vehicle. This could result in the order shown. On a metric stud, it at a service station. Incorrect Tire Air Pressure: Driving on your Mazda have metric threads, using a non-metric nut is dangerous. Put the flat tire in an accident. If you're unsure of the same configuration. Be sure to reinstall...13 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G WARNING Loose Lug Nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lug nuts are dangerous. Metric Studs and Lug Nuts: Because the wheel studs and lug nuts on tires with any tires that have them inspected at the top. Tires with metric nuts of how tight the nuts...
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... the ground. This could damage your vehicle. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies. CAUTION Wheel dollies Don't tow with the rear wheels on the ground. Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 20 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM In Case of...to prevent damage to the transaxle. Government and local laws must be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. CAUTION Don't tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground, release the parking brake. 7-20 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G
... the ground. This could damage your vehicle. If excessive damage or other conditions prevent this, use wheel dollies. CAUTION Wheel dollies Don't tow with the rear wheels on the ground. Use wheel-lift or flatbed equipment. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 20 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM In Case of...to prevent damage to the transaxle. Government and local laws must be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. CAUTION Don't tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground, release the parking brake. 7-20 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G
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They are designed ONLY for towing will damage the bumper. M Tiedown Hooks-Front M Tiedown Hook-Rear 7-21 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G Using them for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. When doing recreational towing refer to " Towing Description " (page 7-20) and " Tiedown Hooks ...7-21) and carefully follow the instructions. The transaxle is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hooks under the front and rear for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 21 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM In Case of an Emergency ...
They are designed ONLY for towing will damage the bumper. M Tiedown Hooks-Front M Tiedown Hook-Rear 7-21 Form No. 8R21-EA-02G Using them for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. When doing recreational towing refer to " Towing Description " (page 7-20) and " Tiedown Hooks ...7-21) and carefully follow the instructions. The transaxle is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hooks under the front and rear for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 21 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM In Case of an Emergency ...
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Always use wheels of control and an accident. WARNING Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel: Using a wrong-sized wheel is the same as cupping and flat spots. CAUTION A wrong-sized wheel may adversely affect • Tire fit • Wheel and bearing life • Ground clearance • Snow-chain clearance • Speedometer ...J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 26 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing a Wheel When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of the correct size...
Always use wheels of control and an accident. WARNING Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel: Using a wrong-sized wheel is the same as cupping and flat spots. CAUTION A wrong-sized wheel may adversely affect • Tire fit • Wheel and bearing life • Ground clearance • Snow-chain clearance • Speedometer ...J16L_8R21-EA-02G.book Page 26 Saturday, June 8, 2002 11:16 AM Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance M Replacing a Wheel When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is dangerous. Braking and handling could be affected, leading to loss of the correct size...