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Mazda Automobile User Manual

Mazda Automobile
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Saturday, September 25 2004 2:5 PM
Form No.8T97-EC-04J
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BrandMazda
ModelAutomobile
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

How to Use This Manual

WARNING

Describes hazards associated with ignoring manual instructions, potentially leading to injury or death.

CAUTION

Highlights situations that could lead to bodily injury or vehicle damage if precautions are not followed.

Index

An alphabetical listing of all information contained within the manual for quick reference.

NOTE

Provides additional information or explanations about symbols used in the manual.

1 Your Vehicle at a Glance

Dashboard and Interior Overview

Provides interior and exterior views and identification of Mazda vehicle parts and controls.

Exterior Overview

Details exterior views and part identification for different vehicle models (4 Door, 5 Door).

2 Essential Safety Equipment

Seats

Covers front and rear seat adjustments, reclining, head restraints, and securing seats for safety.

Seat Belt Systems

Explains seat belt precautions, types, locking modes, and proper usage for maximum protection.

Child Restraint

Provides precautions and instructions for correctly installing child-restraint systems in the vehicle.

SRS Air Bags

Details SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) precautions, components, and how the air bag system functions.

3 Knowing Your Mazda

Doors and Locks

Explains the operation of keys, keyless entry, door locks, trunk lid, and fuel-filler lid for vehicle access.

Security System

Details the immobilizer and theft-deterrent systems for vehicle security and anti-theft measures.

Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Covers steering wheel adjustment and the operation of manual and power mirrors for driving visibility.

4 Before Driving Your Mazda

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

Provides essential information on fuel requirements, emission control systems, and carbon monoxide hazards.

Before Starting the Engine

Outlines crucial checks to perform before starting the engine, including visual inspections and gauge checks.

Driving Tips

Offers advice on break-in periods, money-saving suggestions, hazardous driving, winter driving, and overloading.

Towing

Provides a warning against towing a trailer with the Mazda vehicle.

5 Driving Your Mazda

Starting and Driving

Covers ignition switch positions, starting the engine, brake systems, transaxle operation, and power steering.

Instrument Cluster and Indicators

Explains the function of meters, gauges, and various warning/indicator lights on the instrument cluster.

Switches and Controls

Details the operation of lighting controls, turn signals, fog lights, wipers, washers, defroster, horn, and flashers.

6 Interior Comfort

Climate Control System

Covers operating tips, vent adjustment, airflow modes, control panel functions, heating, cooling, and defrosting.

Audio System

Explains antenna, radio operation, cassette, MD, CD player functions, and audio controls.

Interior Equipment

Details sunvisors, interior lights, information display, lighter, ashtray, cup holders, and storage compartments.

7 In Case of an Emergency

Parking in an Emergency

Provides guidance on using hazard warning lights for signaling a traffic hazard when stopped on or near a roadway.

Flat Tire

Covers spare tire and tool storage, jack operation, removing and mounting tires, and lug nut tightening.

Overheating

Explains how to identify overheating, take immediate steps, and check coolant levels after the engine has cooled.

Emergency Starting

Provides procedures for starting a flooded engine and jump-starting a vehicle with a booster battery.

Emergency Towing

Details towing recommendations, proper lifting, tiedown hooks, and recreational towing precautions.

8 Maintenance and Care

Introduction

Emphasizes safety and the importance of using qualified technicians and genuine Mazda parts for maintenance.

Scheduled Maintenance

Presents maintenance schedules based on mileage or time intervals for North America and other regions.

Owner Maintenance

Guides owners through regular checks and basic maintenance tasks like fluid levels, filters, tires, and bulbs.

Appearance Care

Offers advice on minimizing paint damage from environmental factors and maintaining the vehicle's exterior and interior.

9 Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

Customer Assistance

Provides contact information and steps for resolving issues with Mazda dealers and customer relations departments.

Warranty

Details various limited warranties for Mazda vehicles, including new vehicle, emission, and parts warranties.

Reporting Safety Defects

Instructs customers on how to report safety defects to NHTSA (U.S.A.) and Transport Canada.

Service Publications

Lists available factory-authorized Mazda service publications for owners performing their own maintenance.

10 Specifications

Identification Numbers

Details locations for vehicle identification number (VIN), chassis number, and various safety/emission labels.

Specifications

Provides detailed technical specifications for the engine, electrical system, and lubricants used in the Mazda vehicle.

Capacities

Lists approximate fluid capacities for engine oil, coolant, transaxle fluid, and fuel tank.

Dimensions

Provides key dimensions such as overall length, width, height, front/rear tread, and wheelbase for 4 and 5 Door models.

Weights

Details Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for different models and transaxles.

Light Bulbs

Lists exterior light bulb types, wattages, and categories for headlights, signals, fog lights, and brake lights.

Tires

Provides tire sizes, inflation pressures, and fuse information for the vehicle.

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