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Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Warning lights and chimes

Gauges

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3

Auxiliary input jack (Line in)

Satellite radio information

Climate Controls

Manual heating and air conditioning

Rear window defroster

Lights

Headlamps

Turn signal control

Bulb replacement

Driver Controls

Windshield wiper/washer control

Steering wheel adjustment

Power windows

Mirrors

Cruise control

Moon roof

Locks and Security

Keys

Locks

Anti-theft system

Table of Contents

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2010 Tribute

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Summary of Contents for 2010 Tribute

Page 1: ...mation 32 Climate Controls 36 Manual heating and air conditioning 36 Rear window defroster 39 Lights 40 Headlamps 40 Turn signal control 44 Bulb replacement 46 Driver Controls 51 Windshield wiper wash...

Page 2: ...g 184 Driving 187 Starting 187 Brakes 194 Electronic stability control 196 Transmission operation 205 Rear view camera system 209 Roadside Emergencies 220 Hazard flasher control 220 Fuel pump shut off...

Page 3: ...ine data 314 Accessories 317 Index 318 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or tra...

Page 4: ...he items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on the Owner s Manual when res...

Page 5: ...se cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of Californi...

Page 6: ...nic controls WARNING Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result...

Page 7: ...g and storing data during a crash or near crash event The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupa...

Page 8: ...Airbag Off Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System Master...

Page 9: ...attery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Speed Control Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check Fuel Cap...

Page 10: ...r pg 51 Instrument cluster pg 12 Hazard flasher control pg 220 Headlamp control pg 40 Parking brake release pg 195 Speed controls pg 59 Hood release pg 275 Steering wheel controls pg 62 if equipped In...

Page 11: ...Climate controls pg 36 Audio system pg 19 Auxiliary input jack pg 27 Electronic stability control pg 196 Auxiliary power point pg 55 if equipped Instrument Cluster 11...

Page 12: ...light will stay on until the engine is cranked then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present However if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times it means that the vehicl...

Page 13: ...on position If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time seek service immediately from your authorized dealer Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake f...

Page 14: ...ime will also sound to remind you to fasten your seat belt Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate deactivate the Belt Minder chime feature Charging system Illuminates when the...

Page 15: ...Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Cruise control Speed control Illuminates when the cruise control speed control is acti...

Page 16: ...ion warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamp...

Page 17: ...ine cool WARNING When the engine and radiator are hot scalding coolant and steam may shoot out under pressure and cause serious injury Do not remove the cooling system cap when the engine and radiator...

Page 18: ...roximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank when the ignition is in the on position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade The arrow near the fuel pump icon...

Page 19: ...safe to do so Accessory delay Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay With this feature the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned...

Page 20: ...RECT and then select the desired radio frequency i e 93 9 using the memory preset numbers 0 9 SEEK TRACK Press SEEK TRACK to access the previous next strong radio station SCAN Press for a brief sampli...

Page 21: ...eature allows you to select from various music categories To change RDS categories Press MENU repeatedly until RBDS ON OFF appears in the display Use to turn RDS ON Press CAT PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANG...

Page 22: ...tem has ejected the CD the display will read REMOVE CD Remove the CD If you do not remove the CD the system will reload the disc To auto eject all loaded discs Press and hold EJECT The system will eje...

Page 23: ...f and begin stop random play The system will only shuffle the disc currently playing Satellite Radio if equipped Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription Check with you...

Page 24: ...a memory preset number 0 9 until sound returns TEXT Press and release to display the artist and song title While in TEXT MODE press again to scroll through the Artist AR Song SO Channel CH and Categor...

Page 25: ...ess OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song You can save up to 20 song titles If you attempt to save more than 20 titles the display...

Page 26: ...this feature b CHANGE PIN Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed The display will read ENTER OLD PIN Enter your current old PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW...

Page 27: ...the Occupancy mode setting Press SEEK TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS Extra Features AUX Press to reach LINE IN auxiliary audio mode For location and furth...

Page 28: ...table music player using the auxiliary input jack 1 Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off 2 Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the...

Page 29: ...s persists replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player 4 The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide...

Page 30: ...surface Inspect discs before playing Clean only with an approved CD cleaner Wipe discs from the center out Don t Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time Clean usin...

Page 31: ...re are two different modes for MP3 disc playback MP3 track mode system default and MP3 folder mode For more information on track and folder mode refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section...

Page 32: ...SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music news sports weather traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels visit www sirius...

Page 33: ...a factory installed SIRIUS satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle For information on extended subscription ter...

Page 34: ...See your authorized dealer for service INVALID CHNL Channel no longer available This previously available channel is no longer available Tune to another channel If the channel was one of your presets...

Page 35: ...SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS signal i e tunnel under an overpass dense foliage etc The system is working properly When you...

Page 36: ...low selection 4 Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents demister vents floor vents and rear seat floor vents The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging 5...

Page 37: ...and the air distribution selection is either panel or panel floor Recirculation may turn off automatically in some airflow modes to reduce fog potential 12 MAX A C Distributes recirculated air through...

Page 38: ...in gear it is recommended to run the A C in the MAX A C position reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle s transmission into the P Park gear position automatic transmissio...

Page 39: ...f a low battery condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the accessory position To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any time press the control again If your vehicle...

Page 40: ...med to keep the lights on for 20 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to off This delay can be programmed using the procedure listed below to any value up to 180 seconds It can also be programm...

Page 41: ...Turn the key back to the off position 6 Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position the headlights should turn on 7 Turn the headlamp control to the off position when the desired delay time up...

Page 42: ...ur headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to...

Page 43: ...surface approximately 25 feet 7 6 meters away 1 8 feet 2 4 meter 2 Center height of lamp to ground 3 25 feet 7 6 meters 4 Horizontal reference line 2 Measure the height from the center of your headlam...

Page 44: ...down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats T...

Page 45: ...f each map lamp to illuminate the lamps Press the button again to turn off the lamps The map lamps will illuminate whenever a door is opened After the door is shut the lamps will remain illuminated fo...

Page 46: ...an 50 of the lens Examples of unacceptable moisture usually caused by a lamp water leak are Water puddle inside the lamp Large water droplets drip marks or streaks present on the interior of the lens...

Page 47: ...ake sure that the headlamp control is in the off position 2 Open the hood 3 Reach over the front bolster 4 Remove the bulb by turning it counterclockwise and then pulling it straight out WARNING Handl...

Page 48: ...tail stop turn backup lamp bulbs The tail stop turn sidemarker backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace ei...

Page 49: ...ise and remove from lamp assembly 4 Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 5 Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise 6 To install carefully press the lam...

Page 50: ...rder Replacing fog lamp bulbs if equipped 1 Make sure the fog lamp switch is in the off position 2 From underneath the vehicle rotate the harness bulb assembly counterclockwise to remove from the fog...

Page 51: ...indshield washer Press the end of the stalk briefly causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid a quick press and hold the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid a long press and...

Page 52: ...wash cycle rotate and hold as desired the rear wiper washer control to either position From either position the control will automatically return to the INT 2 or O off position MANUAL TILT STEERING C...

Page 53: ...he vehicle is moving ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR IF EQUIPPED Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps Slide on rod feature The visor will slide back and forth on the rod for increased sunl...

Page 54: ...object CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features These include 1 Cupholders 2 Utility compartment console lid has a CD holder a business card holder and two pen holde...

Page 55: ...use Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty Auxiliary power points can be found in the follo...

Page 56: ...Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows They may seriously injure themselves WARNING When closing the power windows you should verify they a...

Page 57: ...ide to restore the window controls Accessory delay With accessory delay power windows and moonroof operate for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the accessory or on to the off...

Page 58: ...s may impair proper mirror performance Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products Note If equipped with a rearview camera syst...

Page 59: ...ld cause damage to the glass and mirrors Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives fuel or other petroleum based cleaning products CRUISE CONTROL SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED W...

Page 60: ...riving up and down a steep hill If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph 16...

Page 61: ...eed by 1 mph 1 6 km h Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET control Reducing speed while using speed control There are thr...

Page 62: ...TROLS IF EQUIPPED These controls allow you to operate some audio control features Radio control features Press MEDIA to select AM FM1 FM2 or CD SAT1 SAT2 or SAT3 Satellite Radio mode if equipped LINE...

Page 63: ...uch opening closing and venting feature Press and release the rear portion of the control To stop motion at any time during the one touch operation press the control a second time WARNING When closing...

Page 64: ...tion the moon roof will travel with no bounce back protection If the control is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed or the ignition is turned off without accessory delay being active th...

Page 65: ...device you are programming Do not program the Car2U system with the vehicle in the garage Do not use the Car2U system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as requir...

Page 66: ...pener is a rolling code or fixed code device open your garage door opener s remote control battery cover If a panel of DIP switches is present your garage door opener is a fixed code device If not you...

Page 67: ...572 2728 3 Return to your vehicle Press and hold the Car2U system button you would like to use to control the garage door You may need to hold the button from 5 20 seconds during which time the selec...

Page 68: ...of the three devices after it has been initially programmed it is necessary to erase the current settings using the Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System buttons procedure and then programming all...

Page 69: ...Car2U system button you would like to use to control the garage door Immediately within 1 second release the button once the garage door moves During this time the selected button indicator light wil...

Page 70: ...s are located directly above the buttons 2 Once the indicator lights begin to blink release your fingers from the buttons The codes for all buttons are erased If you sell your vehicle equipped with th...

Page 71: ...ow could be damaged against a low ceiling Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate window open while driving Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing car...

Page 72: ...place any objects on the cargo area shade They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision WARNING Not securing luggage or cargo while driving is...

Page 73: ...e load is securely fastened When the rail system is loaded check the tightness of the load including the thumbwheels before driving and at each fuel stop WARNING When loading the roof rail crossbars i...

Page 74: ...embly off the end of the rail Be sure to check that the thumbwheels are tight each time load is added or removed from the roof rack and periodically while traveling Always ensure the load is secure be...

Page 75: ...e installed with the F front arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle 2 Use a long flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross bar 3 Slide the cross bar assemblies...

Page 76: ...lacement IKTs are available through your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired Always c...

Page 77: ...mph 20 km h The autolock feature repeats when any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the on position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph 15 km h or lower and the vehicle attains a speed g...

Page 78: ...then press the lock control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated 8 Turn the ignition to the off position The horn will...

Page 79: ...unlock control on the door panel three times 3 Turn the ignition from the on position to the off position 4 Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times 5 Turn the ignition back t...

Page 80: ...cks REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Integrated Keyhead Transmitter IKT complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditio...

Page 81: ...on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position 2 Press and release again within three seconds to unlock the passenger doors the liftgate and liftgate glass One step door unlocking If the one step door...

Page 82: ...if equipped Press twice within three seconds to open the liftgate glass Car finder Press twice within three seconds The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash It is recommended that this metho...

Page 83: ...your vehicle The IKT should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters IKTs If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters reprogrammed b...

Page 84: ...ed Integrated Keyhead Transmitters additional coded IKTs may be purchased from your authorized dealer Standard SecuriLock keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from...

Page 85: ...sure there was no electronic interference with the programmed key If the vehicle doesn t start try to start it with the 2nd programmed key and if successful contact your authorized dealership for key...

Page 86: ...d key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys Programming spare keys You can program...

Page 87: ...ion to the 1 off position and removing the previously programmed coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition 8 Turn the ignition from the 1 off position to the 3 on p...

Page 88: ...ched An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that are vertically a...

Page 89: ...ing down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head F...

Page 90: ...raint To reinstall the adjustable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Properly adjust the head restraint...

Page 91: ...dle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Using the manual lumbar support if equipped The lumbar support control is located on the inboard side of the driver s seatback Tur...

Page 92: ...r end collision you could fly up and out of the vehicle For maximum protection sit well back and upright WARNING Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off...

Page 93: ...age chronic illness diabetes spinal cord injury medication alcohol use exhaustion or other physical conditions must exercise care when using the seat heater The seat heater may cause burns even at lo...

Page 94: ...w adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with second row outboard and center head restraints that are vertically adjustable WARNING To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a c...

Page 95: ...ng down on the head restraint Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head Fo...

Page 96: ...justable head restraint do the following 1 Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars 2 Push the head restraint down until it locks Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the he...

Page 97: ...ats 1 Remove the second row head restraint See Second row adjustable head restraints in this chapter Note Place the head restraint underneath the back of the front seat for storage 2 Pull the seat rel...

Page 98: ...ut of the seat back folding path 4 To release seatback pull the seatback release lever on top of seat toward the front seat This is common for both 60 and 40 seatbacks Note When the seatback release l...

Page 99: ...e through elastic holders on seat backs Seat belt buckles may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down WARNING Before returning the seatback to its original po...

Page 100: ...nal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag related injuries The system is able t...

Page 101: ...it means the Personal Safety System determined the accident conditions crash severity belt usage etc were not appropriate to activate these safety devices Front airbags and pretensioners are designed...

Page 102: ...than in the front WARNING Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the fron...

Page 103: ...the occupant s forward momentum This helps reduce the risk of force related injuries to the occupant s chest by limiting the load on the occupant Refer to Load limiter feature section in this chapter...

Page 104: ...pplemental restraint system SRS is provided WARNING It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be s...

Page 105: ...ag that could deploy WARNING Front and rear seat occupants including pregnant women should wear seat belts for optimum protection in an accident Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt to...

Page 106: ...ation seat belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode for use with child safety seats When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode the s...

Page 107: ...he way when you last put the rear seat into cargo configuration Refer to Returning the rear seats to upright position in this chapter WARNING After any vehicle collision the seat belt systems at all s...

Page 108: ...s at the driver and right front passenger seating positions The seat belt pretensioner removes some slack from the seat belt system at the start of a crash The seat belt pretensioner uses the same cra...

Page 109: ...azda dealer how to safely dispose of the pretensioner system or how to scrap a front pretensioner equipped vehicle Refer to the Seat belt maintenance section in this chapter Seat belt extension assemb...

Page 110: ...illuminating the seat belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster when the driver s and front passenger s seat belt is unbuckled The Belt Minder feature uses information from the front passenger sens...

Page 111: ...is activated the seat belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the seat belts are buckled The driver s...

Page 112: ...should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Seat Belt Warning Chime reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Seat belts don t work Seat...

Page 113: ...o not buckle the other position as this will terminate the process Read Steps 1 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The driver and front passenger Bel...

Page 114: ...nbuckle the seat belt This will disable the Belt Minder feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled As confirmation the seat belt warning light will flash four times per second for th...

Page 115: ...all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position WARNING National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 10...

Page 116: ...ce of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury Do not modify the front end of the vehicle WARNING Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of i...

Page 117: ...frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation A...

Page 118: ...t mounted side airbags if equipped Refer to Seat mounted Seat mounted side airbag system later in this chapter one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and tone diagnostic module and th...

Page 119: ...that is installed according to the manufacturer s instructions the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat a front passenger takes his her weight off of the seat for a period...

Page 120: ...the front passenger s seat but the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp is lit it is possible that the person isn t sitting properly in the seat If this happens Turn the vehicle off...

Page 121: ...t of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system resulting in serious injury or death in a c...

Page 122: ...k of possible serious injury Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket if equipped or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat Do not place objects underneath the front p...

Page 123: ...enter at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner s Manual WARNING Any alteration modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passen...

Page 124: ...ARNING Do not use accessory seat covers or non Mazda leather seat upgrade kits The use of accessory seat covers and kits may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury...

Page 125: ...ts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain later...

Page 126: ...ment cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter Routine maintenance of the side airbag is not required A difficul...

Page 127: ...could injure you as it deploys from the headliner WARNING Do not attempt to service repair or modify the side curtain airbags fuses the A B or C pillar trim or the headliner on a vehicle containing si...

Page 128: ...crash sensors mounted at lower B Pillar one on each side Two crash sensors located at the c pillar behind the rear doors one on each side Rollover sensor in the restraints control module RCM The side...

Page 129: ...to inflate in certain side impact collisions or rollover events not in rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood...

Page 130: ...r second intervals in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag front side side curtain or Safety Canopy or the seat belt pretensioners The system can be turned off when any one of the foll...

Page 131: ...from NHTSA and other safety organizations or are the minimum requirements of law Mazda recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician CPST and consult your pediatrician...

Page 132: ...hildren who are at least 4 feet 9 inches 1 45 meters tall or greater than 80 lb 36 kg or 100 lb 45 kg if recommended by child restraint manufacturer Use a vehicle seat belt having the lap belt snug an...

Page 133: ...way back When possible all children age 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position proper...

Page 134: ...e your child is secured properly in a device that is appropriate for their age height and weight All children are shaped differently The child height age and weight thresholds provided are recommendat...

Page 135: ...seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child When installing a child safety seat Review and follow the information presented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system SRS section i...

Page 136: ...le Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place vehicle seat back in up...

Page 137: ...e shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat m...

Page 138: ...n the automatic locking mode 7 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is no...

Page 139: ...Children attachments for child seat anchors The LATCH system is composed of three vehicle anchor points two 2 lower anchors located where the vehicle seat back and seat cushion meet called the seat bi...

Page 140: ...in this chapter Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown WARNING Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough...

Page 141: ...attachments and have attached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor do not tighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushion when the child is seated...

Page 142: ...behind the seats on the roof panel in the cargo area The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether...

Page 143: ...clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision 4 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the saf...

Page 144: ...tion a child so that vehicle lap shoulder seat belts fit better They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably at the edge of the cushion while mi...

Page 145: ...s There are generally two types of belt positioning booster seats backless and high back Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap shoulder belt Backless booster seats If your backl...

Page 146: ...eeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips never up across the stomach and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder The drawings below c...

Page 147: ...ally to make sure they work properly and are not damaged NOTE If unsure about the proper procedures bring your vehicle to an authorized Mazda dealership for inspection Inspect the seat belts to make s...

Page 148: ...eplaced regardless of whether there was an occupant in the passenger seat or not The optional side airbags are not connected to the pretensioners WARNING Failure to inspect and if necessary replace th...

Page 149: ...ever overload or improperly load your vehicle and Make sure every passenger is properly restrained WARNING In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wear...

Page 150: ...WARNING Do not become overconfident in the ability of 4WD and AWD vehicles Although a 4WD or AWD vehicle may accelerate better than two wheel drive vehicle in low traction situations it won t stop an...

Page 151: ...tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation h...

Page 152: ...eration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its...

Page 153: ...bility kPa Kilopascal a metric unit of air pressure PSI Pounds per square inch a standard unit of air pressure Cold inflation pressure The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of...

Page 154: ...internal damage to the tire It also may result in unnecessary tire stress irregular wear loss of vehicle control and accidents A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to be flat...

Page 155: ...al for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive 2 Remove the cap from the valve on one tire then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve and measure the pressure 3 Add eno...

Page 156: ...res to wear abnormally Inspect all your tires including the spare frequently and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1 16th of an inc...

Page 157: ...This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall T...

Page 158: ...sible WARNING When mounting replacement tires and wheels you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below I...

Page 159: ...d etc do not rapidly spin the tires spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds WARNING Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph 5...

Page 160: ...ian at a Mazda dealer Front wheel drive FWD vehicles and those with an independent rear suspension require alignment of all four wheels The tire should also be balanced periodically An unbalanced tire...

Page 161: ...Front Wheel Drive FWD vehicles front tires at top of diagram Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicles Four Wheel Drive 4WD All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles front tires at top of diagram Tires Wheels and Loading 161...

Page 162: ...urers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U S DOT Tire Identificati...

Page 163: ...ndition of load and inflation pressure The tires on your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflation pressure These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in c...

Page 164: ...thers 11 Maximum Load Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B Pillar or the edge...

Page 165: ...ion contained on the tire sidewall for LT type tires LT type tires have some additional information beyond those of P type tires these differences are described below Note Tire Quality Grades do not a...

Page 166: ...ll edge to sidewall edge In general the larger the number the wider the tire 3 80 Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire s ratio of height to width Numbers of 70 or lower indicate a short sid...

Page 167: ...y Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance and it is the driver s responsibility to maintain correct tire pressure even if under inflation has not reached the level to...

Page 168: ...in this chapter Failure to properly maintain your tire pressure could increase the risk of tire failure loss of control vehicle rollover and personal injury Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is...

Page 169: ...short time later turns OFF your tire pressure still needs to be checked Visit www checkmytires org for additional information When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires ne...

Page 170: ...tires in this chapter 2 After inflating your tires to the manufacturer s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the Tire Label located on the edge of driver s door or the B Pillar the vehicle mus...

Page 171: ...nflation pressure How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System TPMS monitors tire pressure in each pneumatic tire While driving in a normal manner a typical passenger...

Page 172: ...ll cables securely verifying that the cables do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the cables rub or bang against the vehicle stop and retighten them If this d...

Page 173: ...ULD NEVER EXCEED XXX kg OR XXX lb for maximum payload The payload listed on the Tire Label is the maximum payload for the vehicle as built by the assembly plant If any aftermarket or authorized dealer...

Page 174: ...ht including cargo and optional equipment When towing trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight GAW Gross Axle Weight is the total weight placed on each axle front and rear i...

Page 175: ...rmation refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer GVW Gross Vehicle Weight is the Vehicle Curb Weight cargo passengers GVWR Gr...

Page 176: ...ce Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance engine transmission and or structural damage serious damage to the vehicle loss of contr...

Page 177: ...iler or king pin weight of 15 25 fifth wheel trailer and driver only 150 lb 68 kg Consult your authorized dealer or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer for more detailed...

Page 178: ...4 6 If your vehicle will be towing a trailer load from your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity...

Page 179: ...ss Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver s door Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utilit...

Page 180: ...vehicle has been driven at least 1 000 miles 1609 km Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications Do not exceed the maximum loa...

Page 181: ...date electric trailer brakes 4x4 GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Engine Maximum GCWR lb kg Trailer Weight Range lb kg Maximum frontal area of trailer ft2 m2 2 5L w automatic transmis...

Page 182: ...tongue Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue an...

Page 183: ...l The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer To eliminate excessive shifting use a lo...

Page 184: ...tical vehicle components adversely affecting driveability emissions reliability and causing internal transmission damage Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water R...

Page 185: ...accessory position refer to Starting in the Driving chapter Do not exceed 65 mph 105 km h for automatic transmission vehicles and 70 mph 113 km h for manual transmission vehicles For automatic transm...

Page 186: ...Release the parking brake Place the transmission shift lever in N Neutral Place the ignition to the accessory position refer to Starting in the Driving chapter Do not exceed 65 mph 105 km h for autom...

Page 187: ...of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information...

Page 188: ...al in order to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupant...

Page 189: ...f starting a vehicle with a manual transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Press and hold the clutch pedal to the floor and put the gearshift lever in N Neutral 3 Turn the key to 3 on without...

Page 190: ...ive Note If the engine does not start on the first try turn the key to the off position wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again If the engine still fails to start press the accelerator to the floor and t...

Page 191: ...engine 2 When the engine starts release the key then gradually release the accelerator pedal as the engine speeds up If the engine still fails to start repeat Step 1 Guarding against exhaust fumes Al...

Page 192: ...ounded 120 volt A C electrical source The block heater system is most effective when outdoor temperatures reach below 0 F 18 C WARNING Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result i...

Page 193: ...e that the engine block heater heater cord and extension cord are solidly connected A poor connection can cause the cord to become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire Be sure to che...

Page 194: ...per functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system NOTE The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test Thi...

Page 195: ...turned on If the light does not illuminate during start up remains on or flashes the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced Even when the ABS is disabled normal braking is still effective If...

Page 196: ...ONIC STABILITY CONTROL ESC SYSTEM WARNING Vehicle modifications involving braking system aftermarket roof racks suspension steering system tire construction and or wheel tire size may change the handl...

Page 197: ...stability control system is not manually disabled push the electronic stability control button located on the center of the instrument panel If the sliding car icon still illuminates steadily have the...

Page 198: ...on of the vehicle The sliding car indicator light will flash A vibration in the pedal when your foot is on the brake pedal If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake the brak...

Page 199: ...d if necessary reducing engine power if the system detects that the vehicle is about to skid or slide laterally During DSC events the sliding car icon in the instrument cluster will flash Certain adve...

Page 200: ...g car icon will illuminate steadily Pressing the ESC button again will turn off the sliding car icon In R Reverse ABS and the engine and brake traction control features will continue to function howev...

Page 201: ...flash momentarily In some cases when trailer sway is detected the vehicle speed is too high and may be at or above a speed at which trailer sway will grow continuously This may cause the system to act...

Page 202: ...ing and driving maneuvers will allow the system to cool and steering assist will return to normal If the steering wanders or pulls check for an improperly inflated tire uneven tire wear loose or worn...

Page 203: ...driving at slower speeds avoiding abrupt steering changes and allowing for increased stopping distance when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deterio...

Page 204: ...e tool and reinstall the BTSI cover cap 5 Start the vehicle and release the parking brake WARNING Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brake lamps are working WARNING Always set the par...

Page 205: ...elearned Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6 speed automatic transmission Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducing fuel usage while coasting or decelerating When y...

Page 206: ...for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through six D Drive with Grade Assist Pressing the transmission control switch on the side of the gearshift lever activates grade assist an...

Page 207: ...g Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehicle speed allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuc...

Page 208: ...may cause increased shift efforts prematurely wear transmission components or damage the transmission Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehic...

Page 209: ...arking your vehicle 1 Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position 2 Fully apply the parking brake then shift into 1 First 3 Turn the ignition off WARNING Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it...

Page 210: ...r than P Park the image in the navigation screen will remain until the vehicle speed reaches 5 mph 8 km h only if the rear camera delay feature is on or until any navigation radio button is pressed No...

Page 211: ...k area use At night time or in dark areas the camera relies on the reverse lamp lighting to produce an image Therefore it is necessary that both reverse lamps are operating in order to get a clear ima...

Page 212: ...so make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering whee...

Page 213: ...s Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and...

Page 214: ...avoid skidding the tires and do not attempt any sharp steering wheel movements WARNING Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than v...

Page 215: ...eed or direction when you are driving in mud Even 4WD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud As when you are driving over sand apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning your wheels If the vehic...

Page 216: ...lls A danger lies in losing traction slipping sideways and possibly rolling over Whenever driving on a hill determine beforehand the route you will use Do not drive over the crest of a hill without se...

Page 217: ...snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Avoid sudden braking as well Although a 4WD vehicle may accelerate better than a two wheel drive vehicle in snow...

Page 218: ...eason Mazda Motor Corporation strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts such as lift kits or stabilizer bars or by using replacement parts not equivalent...

Page 219: ...tion or brake capability may be limited Also water may enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may stall Driving through deep water where the transmission vent t...

Page 220: ...gnals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn them off Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists Note With extended use the flasher may run do...

Page 221: ...5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to the off position 6 Make another check for leaks FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown f...

Page 222: ...Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Black Passenger compartment f...

Page 223: ...30A Moon roof 5 10A Brake shift interlock BSI Passenger compartment fuse panel 6 20A Turn signals Stop lamps 7 10A Low beam headlamps left 8 10A Low beam headlamps right 9 15A Interior lights 10 15A B...

Page 224: ...trument panel cluster 27 20A Ignition switch 28 5A Radio 29 5A Instrument panel cluster 30 5A Not used spare 31 10A Restraints control module 32 10A Rear video camera module 33 10A Not used spare 34 5...

Page 225: ...box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads WARNING Al...

Page 226: ...t fuse panel 1 15A Heated mirror 2 30A Rear defroster 3 20A Rear power point center console 4 Not used 5 10A Powertrain control module PCM keep alive power PCM relay Canister vent 6 15A Alternator 7 1...

Page 227: ...uel pump 23 15A Fuel injectors 24 Not used 25 5A ABS 26 15A Ignition coils 27 10A PCM general powertrain components malfunction indicator lamp 28 20A PCM emission related powertrain components malfunc...

Page 228: ...loads GAWR and GVWR This temporary spare tire is not equipped with a tire pressure monitor system TPMS sensor Note The tire pressure monitoring system TPMS indicator light will illuminate when the spa...

Page 229: ...replaced rather than repaired A dissimilar spare tire wheel is defined as a spare tire and or wheel that is different in brand size or appearance from the road tires and wheels and can be one of thre...

Page 230: ...the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire wheel The usage of a full size dissimilar spare tire wheel can lead to impairment of the following Handling stability and braking performance Com...

Page 231: ...nd tools are located under the carpeted load floor Pull back the carpet away from the liftgate and remove the hardboard cover If your vehicle is equipped with a cargo management system the jack and to...

Page 232: ...ug wrench through the access hole in the rear bumper 2 Turn the handle counterclockwise and lower the spare tire until it can be slid rearward and the cable is slack 3 Slide the retainer through the c...

Page 233: ...ing or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic transmission or R Reverse manual transmission WARNING To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the park...

Page 234: ...g the jack or changing the wheel Note Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked 1 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 2 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn count...

Page 235: ...own from rear of front tire Position the jack directly below the protruding bolt Rear View shown from forward of rear tire Position the jack directly below the stud on the rear trailing arm Roadside E...

Page 236: ...e Be sure any occupants are out of the vehicle and in a safe place 4 Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench 5 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outwar...

Page 237: ...tire that requires reattaching it to the vehicle with a tether perform these steps first then proceed with the steps following 1 Place tire on end with valve stem facing rearward away from vehicle 2 P...

Page 238: ...you have any doubt about spare tire security 7 Repeat this tightness check procedure when servicing the spare tire pressure every six months or at any time that the spare tire is disturbed through ser...

Page 239: ...Turn off the air conditioner WARNING Steam from an overheated engine is dangerous The escaping steam could seriously burn you Open the hood ONLY after steam is no longer escaping from the engine 4 Che...

Page 240: ...el filler funnel Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or any type of aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel no cap fuel system as it can be damaged You must use the included funnel in...

Page 241: ...s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine...

Page 242: ...2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery Roadside Emergencies 242...

Page 243: ...to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both...

Page 244: ...ey were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on th...

Page 245: ...ery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minute...

Page 246: ...to be towed from the front ensure proper wheel lift equipment is used to raise the front wheels off the ground The rear wheels can be left on the ground when towed in this fashion If your vehicle is...

Page 247: ...ansmission powertrain configuration can be flat towed all wheels on the ground under the following conditions Vehicle is facing forward so that it is being towed in a forward direction Place the trans...

Page 248: ...North American Operations If for any reason you feel the need for further assistance after contacting your authorized dealer management you can reach Mazda North American Operations by one of the fol...

Page 249: ...nt permitted by the applicable state Lemon Law you are also required to resort to BBB AUTO LINE before exercising any rights or seeking remedies under the Lemon Law If you choose to seek remedies that...

Page 250: ...ne of our dealers and a statement of the relief you are seeking 5 BBB AUTO LINE staff may try to help resolve your dispute through mediation If mediation is not successful or if you do not wish to par...

Page 251: ...has directly notified MAZDA of the need for the repair of the nonconformity OR The same nonconformity has been subject to repair 4 or more times by MAZDA or its agents AND the buyer has notified MAZDA...

Page 252: ...n cannot adequately be addressed by normal authorized dealer procedures we recommend that you take the following steps STEP 1 Contact Your Authorized Mazda Dealer Discuss the matter with a member of a...

Page 253: ...ration Plan CAMVAP CAMVAP will advise you about how your concern may be reviewed and resolved by an independent third party through binding arbitration Your complete satisfaction is the goal of Mazda...

Page 254: ...York Ontario M2J 4Y8 http camvap ca Regional Offices Regional Offices Areas Covered Mazda Canada Inc Western Region 8171 Ackroyd Road Suite 2000 Richmond B C V6X 3K1 604 303 5670 Alberta British Colu...

Page 255: ...the OWNER STEP 2 If after following STEP 1 you feel the need for further assistance please contact your area s Mazda representative Indicated on the next page Please help us by providing the following...

Page 256: ...s of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 18 000 miles 29 000 km whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily inju...

Page 257: ...00936 2722 TEL 787 788 9300 GUAM d b a Triple J Enterprises Inc P O Box 6066 Tamuning Guam TEL 671 646 9216 SAIPAN Pacific International Marianas Inc d b a Midway Motors P O Box 887 Saipan MP 96950 TE...

Page 258: ...receive satisfactory servicing in other countries We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States However in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently Mazda vehi...

Page 259: ...ne fuel will affect vehicle performance and damage the emission controls and engine Proper repair facilities tools testing equipment and replacement parts may not be available Please refer to your man...

Page 260: ...to do some of their own maintenance and repair When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer refer to the chart below If they don t have what you need in stock they can or...

Page 261: ...SA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Mazda Corporation To contact NHTSA you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll free at 1 888 327 4236 TTY 1 800 424 9153 go...

Page 262: ...oline diesel fuel bird droppings and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car...

Page 263: ...agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household dete...

Page 264: ...e Never wash or rinse any ignition coil spark plug wire or spark plug well or the area in and around these locations PLASTIC NON PAINTED EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic part...

Page 265: ...pyl rubbing alcohol or a windshield washer concentrate This washer fluid concentrate contains a special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot wax deposited on the wiper blade a...

Page 266: ...n and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials WARNING Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat where the side air bag if equi...

Page 267: ...rotect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each produ...

Page 268: ...sulting from lack of maintenance as opposed to defective materials or authorized Mazda workmanship will not be honored Any auto repair shop using parts equivalent to your Mazda s original equipment ma...

Page 269: ...R R R R R R R Drive belts tension 2 5L engine I I 3 0L engine I I I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs 2 5L engine Replace every 75 000 miles 120 000 km 3 0L engine Replace every 90 000 miles 145 000 km FUEL...

Page 270: ...locks and hinges L L L L L L L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 Change engine oil and replace oil filter every 5 000 miles 8 000 km or 6 months when use of E85 is 50 of the time...

Page 271: ...R R R R R R R R R R Drive belts tension 2 5L engine I 3 0L engine I I IGNITION SYSTEM Spark plugs USA 2 5L engine Replace every 60 000 miles 96 000 km USA 3 0L engine Replace every 75 000 miles 120 00...

Page 272: ...body I I I I Exhaust system heat shields I I All locks and hinges L L L L L L L L L L L L Washer fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I I 1 Change engine oil and replace oil filter every 5 000 miles 8 000...

Page 273: ...the specified torque at 500 miles 800 km after any wheel disturbance tire rotation changing a flat tire wheel removal etc Refer to Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specification in the Tires Wheels and Loading ch...

Page 274: ...ngine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine...

Page 275: ...the risk of vehicle damage and or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle p...

Page 276: ...ine oil filler cap 3 Automatic transmission dipstick if equipped 4 Brake Clutch fluid reservoir 5 Air filter assembly 6 Power distribution box 7 Battery 8 Engine coolant bleed valve 9 Engine oil dipst...

Page 277: ...y 3 Brake fluid reservoir 4 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 5 Power distribution box 6 Battery 7 Coolant bleed valve 8 Engine oil dipstick 9 Engine oil filler cap 10 Windshield washer fluid rese...

Page 278: ...sher fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system WARNING If y...

Page 279: ...blades at least once per year for optimum performance Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter To pr...

Page 280: ...joint from beneath and separate the blade from the arm 4 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard If you find this procedure too difficult please see your d...

Page 281: ...the oil level is within the lower and upper holes or lower and upper lines the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the lower hole or the lower line engine oil must be add...

Page 282: ...oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck...

Page 283: ...uirements for your vehicle s engine Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which...

Page 284: ...the dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal be disconnected from the battery if you plan to store your v...

Page 285: ...in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature 4 Allow the e...

Page 286: ...antifreeze tester The level of coolant should be maintained at the FULL COLD level or within the COLD FILL RANGE in the coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in...

Page 287: ...geable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant Use only Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or a premium e...

Page 288: ...he cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Water alone without engine coolant can cause engine damage from corrosion...

Page 289: ...7 Close the bleed valve when coolant begins to seep from it 8 Continue filling to within the COLD FILL RANGE or the FULL COLD level on the reservoir Reinstall the cap on the coolant reservoir Turn th...

Page 290: ...essary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection character...

Page 291: ...temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still op...

Page 292: ...fuel filter that is integrated with the fuel tank Regular maintenance or replacement is not needed WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions WARNING Do not overfill the...

Page 293: ...nutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or c...

Page 294: ...dditional measures for reliable starting Ethanol is more chemically active than gasoline It corrodes some metals and causes some plastic and rubber components to swell break down or become brittle and...

Page 295: ...when filling an ungrounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle including the cargo area Keep the fuel pump nozzle in con...

Page 296: ...et to close properly If this action corrects the problem the check fuel fill inlet lamp or CHECK FUEL FILL INLET message may not reset immediately It may take several driving cycles for the check fuel...

Page 297: ...damage FFV engine if equipped If your vehicle is flex fuel capable it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol Ed75 Ed85 Regular unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the two fuels Use of other fuels such as Fue...

Page 298: ...orld Wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World Wide Fuel Charter Cleaner air Mazda endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gas...

Page 299: ...could result in serious personal injury WARNING Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy Fuel system with foreign objects This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or...

Page 300: ...d in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section of this chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is...

Page 301: ...alculation 2 Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate esti...

Page 302: ...out of alignment will reduce fuel economy Use recommended engine oil Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow...

Page 303: ...only the specified fuel listed Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in the scheduled maintenance section...

Page 304: ...meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle When the service engine soon indicator illuminates the OBD II system has det...

Page 305: ...ehicle s engine or transmission has just been serviced or the battery has recently run down or been replaced the OBD II system may indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I M testing To determine i...

Page 306: ...f fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 20 miles 30 km If your vehicle has been operate...

Page 307: ...cks Low fluid level Type A Type B Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the outside temperatures are above 50 F 10 C Correct fluid level The transmission flu...

Page 308: ...mage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is norm...

Page 309: ...Checking transmission fluid level for recreational flat tow operation Type A Type B Before recreational flat towing your vehicle the transmission fluid level may need to be set to a lower level These...

Page 310: ...fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 8 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications Refer to the Mainte...

Page 311: ...filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing 5 Install a new air filter element Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housi...

Page 312: ...l including filter change 2 5L engine SAE 5W 20 Motor Oil 5 3 quarts 5 0L 3 0L engine 6 0 quarts 5 7L Power Transfer Unit Fluid 4WD with automatic transmission API service GL 5 SAE 75W 140 Synthetic L...

Page 313: ...the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface 3 Automatic transmissions that require MERCON LV should only use MERCON LV fluid Refer to scheduled maintenance to determine the corre...

Page 314: ...7 octane 87 octane or E85 Firing order 1 3 4 2 1 4 2 5 3 6 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0 049 0 053 inch 1 25 1 35mm 0 045 0 049 inch 1 15 1 25mm Compression ratio 9 7 1 10...

Page 315: ...rtification Label may be located The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure B Pillar by the trailing edge of the driver s door or the edge of the driver s door Vehicle ident...

Page 316: ...code represents Description Code Five speed manual 3 Six speed automatic 6 MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XX RC XX DSO WB BRK INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR XXXXX XXX X XX X XX X XX XXX XXXXXXXXXXX...

Page 317: ...ious accident If a passenger is unable to use the device pull off the right of way to a safe area before use If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this warning use a hands free system to at leas...

Page 318: ...fluid refill capacities 312 fluid specification 312 Auxiliary input jack Line in 27 Auxiliary power point 55 Axle lubricant specifications 312 refill capacities 312 B Battery 284 acid treating emerge...

Page 319: ...amps 42 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 306 engine oil 280 Driving under special conditions 207 213 216 sand 214 snow and ice 217 through water 215 219 E Electronic stability control 196 Emergen...

Page 320: ...els 292 Fuel flex fuel vehicle FFV 292 296 297 Fuses 221 222 G Garage door opener 65 Gas cap see Fuel cap 295 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 300 Gauges 16 H Hazard flashers 220 Headlamps 40 aiming 43 bu...

Page 321: ...on 207 fluid capacities 312 fluid checking and adding 310 lubricant specifications 312 reverse 208 Mirrors 57 58 automatic dimming rearview mirror 58 fold away 59 heated 59 side view mirrors power 58...

Page 322: ...Satellite Radio Information 32 Scheduled Maintenance 268 Seat Belt Maintenance 147 Seat belts see Safety restraints 100 104 108 Seats 88 child safety seats 135 heated 93 SecuriLock passive anti theft...

Page 323: ...fluid checking and adding automatic 306 fluid checking and adding manual 306 310 fluid refill capacities 312 lubricant specifications 312 manual operation 207 Trunk 72 Turn signal 44 U Universal garag...

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