qIf the power steering malfunction
warning indication/indicator light
is indicated
The power steering malfunction indicator
light illuminates or flashes if there is a
malfunction with the power steering while
the engine is running.
If the indicator light illuminates or flashes,
park the vehicle in a safe place
immediately and stop the engine.
If the indicator light does not turn o ff even
if the engine is restarted afterwards,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer.
NOTE
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If the indicator light ill uminates or
flashes, the power steering will not
operate normally. If this happens, the
steering wheel can still be operated,
however, the operation may feel
heavy compared to normal, and the
steering wheel could vibrate when
turning.
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Repeatedly jerking the steering
wheel left and right while the vehicle
is stopped or moving extremely
slowly will cause the powe r steering
system to go into protective mode
which will make the steer ing feel
heavy, but this does not indicate a
problem. If this occurs, park the
vehicle safely and wait several
minutes for the system to return to
normal.
qIf the air bag/front seat belt
pretensioner system warning light
illuminates or flashes
A system malfunction is indicated if the
warning light constantly flashes,
constantly illuminates or does not
illuminate at all when the igni tion is
switched ON. If any of these occur,
consult an expert repairer, we recommend
an Authorised Mazda Repairer as soon as
possible. The system may not operate in
an accident.
WARNING
Never tamper with the air bag/
pretensioner systems and always have
an expert repairer, we recommend an
Authorised Mazda Repairer perform
all servicing and repairs:
Self-servicing or tampering with the
systems is dangerous. An air bag/
pretensioner could accidentally
activate or become disabled causing
serious injury or death.
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If Trouble Arises
Warning/Indicator Lights and Warning Sounds
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