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Page 3: ...j j Important Instructions for Owner and Driver Description Maintenance and Servicing MazdaGLC 1977 TOYO KOGYO CO LTD PRINTED IN JAPAN AUG 77...

Page 4: ...erested in your complete satisfaction He is anxious to help you with all of your ma intenance and service needs Shou Id you have a question that has not been handled to your satisfaction take the step...

Page 5: ...Starting and Operating 4 1 5 Special and Emergency 5 1 6 Operating Conditions Appearance Care 6 1 7 Maintenance Information 7 1 8 Consumer Information 8 1 9 Specification and Service Data 9 1 10 Alph...

Page 6: ...ly 91 Research Octane or higher when the engine is adjusted to factory recommended specifications The gasoline should also have a Motor Octane of at least 83 Unleaded gasoline is essential for proper...

Page 7: ...hat assists in converting carbon monoxide CO and hydrocarbons He into harmless carbon dioxide and water vapor OPERATING PRECAUTIONS FOR CARS EQUIPPED WITH CATALVTIC CONVERTER To help avoid overheating...

Page 8: ...park plug wire connections If any of them are disconnected reconnect them properly 3 If the spark plug wires are properly connected have your authorized Mazda dealer locate and correct the trouble as...

Page 9: ...not operate the engine in confined areas such as garages or other closed areas any more than needed to move vehicle in or out of area 1 4 4 When the vehicle is stopped in an unconfined area with the...

Page 10: ...pened Pull up to unlock lock dl Pull to open Caution Always lock the doors when driving 2 1 DOOR LOCKS From outside The door can be locked or unlocked by using the key To open pull the outside door ha...

Page 11: ...slot and turn it clockwise then pull the hatchback upward The opened hatchback will stay in its fully opened position by the stay To close push the hatchback downward firmly until the latch is secure...

Page 12: ...ot be piled higher than the seat backs and that all articles be secured in place to help prevent them from becoming dangerous projectiles in the event of a quick stop or collision 2 3 2 The cargo area...

Page 13: ...upward on the lever Then lean back to the desired angle and release the lever 2 4 pull lever Front passenger s seat 3 door models On 3 door models Pull the seat back lever or depress the foot pedal Th...

Page 14: ...ulder belts are equipped with re tractors which have inertia locks The retractors keep the belts out of the way for convenient entrance 2 5 and exit from the vehicle The inertia locks allow the belts...

Page 15: ...ar Seat Belts 1 Grasp the buckle end and longue plate 2 In one continuous motion pull the belt webbing tongue side across lap far enough to permit buckl ing If the pulling motion is interrupted while...

Page 16: ...is not rec ommended 8 No modifications or additions should be made by the user SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT BUZZER SYSTEM 1 As a reminder to you and your passengers the warning light will glow for about 6...

Page 17: ...7 Tripmeter reset knob 8 Heater control 9 Radio If equipped 10 Glove box 11 Rear window defogger switch If equipped 12 Choke control knob 13 Ventilation control knob 14 Combination control lever 15 Co...

Page 18: ...lock 9 Water temperature gauge 10 Fuel gauge 11 Radio If equipped 12 Rear window defogger switch If equipped 13 Choke control knob 14 Remote controlled hatchback release button If equipped 15 Ventilat...

Page 19: ...icator light If equipped If equipped 5 Odometer 6 Odometer 7 Speedometer 8 Tripmeter 6 Speedometer 7 Tripmeter 9 Tripmeter reset knob 8 Alternator warning light 10 Alternator warning light 9 Brake sys...

Page 20: ...ignition switch is in this position but the engine is off ON The ignition system and all electrical equip ment are operative in this position START Turn the key to this position to start the engine An...

Page 21: ...nstructions could result in extensive damage to the engine 3 5 WATER TEMPERATURE GAUGE This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant If the gauge needle moves beyond the normal range area lie...

Page 22: ...the charging system The problem should be located and corrected as soon as possible preferably by an authorized Mazda dealer Do not continue driving if the belt is broken or loose The engine will ove...

Page 23: ...etailed information HEAT HAZARD WARNING LIGHT See page 1 3 for detailed information Maintenance Note CONTROLS CONTROL LEVER FOR LIGHTS The light switch controls as follows Position 2 I Headl ights pi...

Page 24: ...ing High Beam Control For daytime passing move the lever toward the driver The headlights will remain on until the lever is released 3 8 4 Windshield Wiper Control To turn the wipers on twist the kno...

Page 25: ...en using the hazard warning system while moving on the highway Such operation may be prohibited in certain areas REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER If equipped The rear window wiper and washer can be operat...

Page 26: ...and possible damage to the brakes PARKING BRAKE LEVER As a reminder the parking brake warning light will glow if the parking brake is not fully released and the ignition is turned on See your dealer...

Page 27: ...t panel Air flow is directed from each upper and lower outlet HEATING AND DEFROSTING SYSTEM This system provides heat only after the engine is warmed up When operating the system windows and vents sho...

Page 28: ...odors In summer REt HEAT FRESH L ROOM OlD Dff or Note 1 Set the fan switch to the desired blower speed Higher speeds will warm up the car faster 2 Move the temperature control lever toward the HOT po...

Page 29: ...y with a soft cloth Never use abrasive cleaning agent 3 13 OTHER FEATURES CLOCK To set the clock pull the re set knob A and turn it as required CIGARETTE LIGHTER To use push the lighter knob in fully...

Page 30: ...ush it back in place Caution After using the ash tray push it back completely INTERIOR LIGHT OFF The light is off at all times DOOR The light goes on when the door is opened ON The light remains on at...

Page 31: ...oL 2 Tone Control Rotate the larger knob 8 clockwise for treble counter clockwise for bass tone 3 Tuning Control Rotate the tuning control knob C to select desired station 3 15 4 Push Button Station S...

Page 32: ...aging the starter Note The ignition switch must be in the ON position before pulling the choke knob so as to hold it by a magnet If the choke knob is not pushed in manually it will automatically retur...

Page 33: ...w speed idling COLO ENGINE WARM ENGINE FLOOOEO ENGINE 00 not depress pedal Depress 14 down Depress pedal to and start engine floor and start engine 4 2 WARM ENGINE 1 Depress the accelerator pedal abou...

Page 34: ...steep or long grade down a mountain or hillside reduce speed and shift into a lower gear Under such conditions use the brakes sparingly to prevent them from overheating which reduces brake effectiven...

Page 35: ...OMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION GENERAL INFORMATION All normal driving is done with the selector in the 0 position To move the selector lever to and from certain positions the push button on the selecto...

Page 36: ...rmal driving conditions 1 low Gear Shift the elector lever to low gear for maximum power in hard pulling situations or for climbing and descending very steep grades 4 5 Do not exceed 35 mph in low gea...

Page 37: ...nuous high speed driving are the rnai n causes of poor fuel economy Best economy will result from gradual acceleration smooth driving and moderate cruising speeds 2 Avoid excessive and unnecessary idl...

Page 38: ...p and stop driving makes for poor economy 9 Proper maintenance Keeping a vehicle in good operating condition is im portant both for economy and safety Therefore have your authorized Mazda dealer perfo...

Page 39: ...near the battery Keep all fire away from the top of open battery cells 3 Do not attempt the jump start if the discharged battery is frozen or if the battery fluid level is low As the battery may rupt...

Page 40: ...AL the ignition key in the OFF or ACC position and the parking brake released 5 2 If the ignition is in the LOCK position with the anti theft steering column lock ready to operate a dolly should be pl...

Page 41: ...1 Follow jacking instructions carefully incorrect procedures could result in a serious or fatal accident 2 Never get beneath the vehicle when it is supported only by the jack Use safety stands under...

Page 42: ...kwise four turns and place the jack at the front or rear jack location closest to the wheel you are changing Place the jack under the jacking point at the side sill as shown in illustration 5 4 10 Ins...

Page 43: ...lower the vehicle to the ground Tighten the lug bolts firmly in sequence shown and re install the wheel cap 14 Place the tools in their proper places in the trunk and have tire repaired as soon as po...

Page 44: ...ING AND WAXING The vehicle should be washed and dried before being polished Use a good grade of polish or wax suitable for a high quality synthetic finish A polish containing a large amount of abrasiv...

Page 45: ...ry damaging of the vehicle or to accidents RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND VISCOSITY RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS Item Classification Service Intervals Engine oil API Service SO or SE Change at first 2 000 miles...

Page 46: ...r occurs first Molybdenum disulphide NLGI No 2 grease FMVSS 116 DOT 3 or Check and replenish at first 2 000 miles Brake fluid DOT 4 and every 6 250 miles or 6 months which ever occurs first Change bra...

Page 47: ...i il ii ntlu U t jji Gew oil i1t R c r lI f Hlil l JfJllt Temperature Range Anticipated Before Next Oil Change of O CI Use only SAE 90 gear oi l in steering gear box ENGINE OIL When you change or add...

Page 48: ...RTMENT 7 4 1 Jack 2 Engine oil filler 3 Radiator cap 4 Battery 5 Jack handle 6 Brake fluid reservoir 7 Engine oil dipstick 8 Automatic transmission fluid dipsitck 9 Air cleaner 10 Windshield waher flu...

Page 49: ...and F marks on the dip stick represents 1 U S quart 0 9 Imp quart 1 liter CHANGING ENGINE OIL 1 Drain the oil by removing the drain plug while the engine is still warm Be carefull not to burn yoursel...

Page 50: ...he Recommended Lubricants chart for lubricant types and service intervals for the following items CHECKING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL 1 Park the vehicle on the level ground and set the parking...

Page 51: ...n plug 4 Refill with new oil until it reaches the bottom of the filler plug hole 5 Install and retighten the filler plug 7 7 STEERING GEAR OIL The factory filled gear oil is somewhat lower than filler...

Page 52: ...TEM The cooling system is a high pressure type and is filled with year round coolant at the factory The coolant has an ethylene glycol base for aluminum engine prote ction as well as anti corrosive an...

Page 53: ...rain out then reinstall the plugs 4 Flush the cooling system out with water drain and reinstall the plugs 5 Add a mixture of ethylene glycol anti freeze for aluminum engine parts and water to provide...

Page 54: ...lt tension apply moderate thumb pressure approximately 22 Ibs 10 kg midway between pulleys check the deflection and tighten as neces sary Deflection of New Used Alternator drive belt 0 3 0 4 0 4 0 5 1...

Page 55: ...ed intervals Caution Do not remove the air cleaner unless temporary removal is necessary during repair or maintenance of the vehicle 7 11 caution To maintain low exhaust emiSSions never adjust or repa...

Page 56: ...d be checked with a hydrometer particularly during cold weather If the specific gravity falls below 1 200 have the battery charged For best battery service do the followings 1 Keep battery securely mo...

Page 57: ...27 Licence plate light 6 Indicator panel light 3 4 Automatic transmission Headlight Replacement 1 Remove the front grille 2 Loosen the three retaining screws do not remove them 7 13 3 Turn the retaini...

Page 58: ...3 Back up light 4 Rear t urn signal light 5 Tail side marker light and stop light 1 Front parking side marker light 2 Front turn signal light Jl 1 j s Interror light 7 14...

Page 59: ...oblem immediately to the attention of your Mazda dealer Caution Never install a wire even for a temporary fix It may cause extensive damage and possibly a fire Do not use a screwdriver or any other me...

Page 60: ...window wiper and windshield Heater and femote controlled o 15A oJ hatchback release Back up light kickdown switch 0 1OA oil pressure warning light alter natOr warning light brake sys tem warning light...

Page 61: ...operated at sustained speeds over 60 mph 100 km hl These tires should always be inflated 4 psi 0 3 kg em above the recommended pressures shown on the tire pressure chart but never exceed the maximum...

Page 62: ...Tire Usage When replacing tires only the size and construction type bias originally installed on your vehicle are recommended on your Mazda Use of any other tire size or type may seriously affect rid...

Page 63: ...tank is empty 2 Ignition system distributor leads coils breaker points California vehicles only ignition timing 3 Spark plugs 4 Carburetor for flooding and fl l el supply to car buretor 5 Choke mecha...

Page 64: ...sted by your Mazda dealer 4 Ignition system including spark plugs 7 20 5 EG R system 6 Anti afterburn valve 7 Air control valve California vehicles only 8 Compression pressure 9 Valve train 10 Evapora...

Page 65: ...Heat hazard sensor S Exhaust system and heat insulator 7 21 IF OVERHEATING OCCURS inspect these items 1 Radiator coolant level 2 Restriction of air flow through radiator 3 Fan belt tension and condit...

Page 66: ...el alignment IF THE VEHICLE WANDERS OR PULLS TO EITHER SIDE check these items 1 Tire pressures 2 Wheel balance 3 Steering system preload 4 Overloading or uneven loading of vehicle 5 Front wheel alignm...

Page 67: ...ire inflation pressure or to increase tire pressure as recommended when operating at maximum loaded vehicle weight or loading the vehicle beyond the capacities specified on the tire placard affixed to...

Page 68: ...ance recorded under maximum load after purposely deactivating the power assist unit Description of vehicles to which this table applies MAZDA GLC A Fully operational Service Brake I Load Light 180 Max...

Page 69: ...SPEED Initial speed II ______Total passing distance feet ______ illimiting speed 20 mph Total passing time seconds 35 mph b c c r OJ Constant 20 mph lil1 55 Truck HIGH SPEED Limiting speed 80 mph I I...

Page 70: ...speed Pass Seconds 8 819 01 Feet 1507116391 High speed Pass Seconds 16 9118 71 For Vehicles with Automatic Transmission except California Vehicles Feet 40914151 Low speed Pass Seconds 8 9 19 11 Feet...

Page 71: ...l pan capacity 3 2 U S quarts 2 6 Imp quarts 3liters 9 1 COOLING SYSTEM Coolant capacity with heater 5 8 U S quarts 4 8 Imp quarts 5 5 liters without heater 5 3 U S quarts 4 4 Imp quarts 5 0 liters FU...

Page 72: ...arts 5 0 Imp quarts 5 7 litersl 3 727 with manual transmission 4 100 with automatic transmission 0 8 U S quart 10 7 Imp quart 0 8 liter Recirculating ball nut type 17 0 19 0 valiablel 0 2 0 8 5 20 mm...

Page 73: ...SAFETY CERTIFICATION LABEL The motor vehicle safety certification label is attached to the left door lock pillar 9 3 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION PLATE The vehicle identification plate is located at the lo...

Page 74: ...7 8 light 3 3 3 6 Fuel 1 1 Bulbs 7 13 Fuel filter 7 11 Cargo space 2 3 Fuel gauge 3 2 3 3 3 4 Chassis number 9 6 Fuel tank filler cap 2 3 Changing a wheel 5 3 Fuses 7 15 Choke control knob 3 1 3 2 Fu...

Page 75: ...t system 2 7 3 3 Selector lever 4 4 Shift pattern 4 3 Spare tire 3 14 Spark plugs 7 11 Speedometer 3 1 3 2 3 3 Steering gear oil 7 1 7 7 Tachometer 3 2 3 3 Thermostat 7 10 Tire inflation pressure 7 17...

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