Mazda 2005 B2300 Truck Bedienungshandbuch

B-Series Truck Owner’s Manual20052005Mazda B-Series TruckOwner’s ManualPart No.9999-95-023C-05© Mazda North American OperationsPrinted in U.S.A.24721_

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower Window LockoutPersonal Alarm SystemFeatureEngine Oil Engine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperatureDo Not Open When HotBatteryAv

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor.WARNING: If the tether strapis clipped incorrectly, the childsafety seat may not beretained properly in the even

WARNING: If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the childsafety seat may not be retained properly in the event of acollision.5. Refer to the Inst

• 60/40 seatsrepresents LATCH anchors.represents tether strap anchors.To improve child seat protection, use the tether anchor when using theLATCH to i

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the front passenger seatbetween the cushion and seat back.The LATCH anc

seat from side to side. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see ifthe anchors hold the seat in place.WARNING: If the safety seat is not anchore

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary.

• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUV’s and

and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions o

• Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall ofeach tire providing information about the tire brand andmanufacturing plant, tire size

Headlamp control(pg. 35)Instrument panel dimmercontrol(pg. 36)Instrument cluster(pg. 12)Speed control*(pg. 52)Hood release(pg. 204)Driver air bag(pg.

INSPECTING AND INFLATING YOUR TIRESSafe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to h

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⴖblowoutⴖ, with unexpecte

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. Never “bleed” or reduce airpressure when

You should replace the spare tire when you replace the other road tiresdue to the aging of the spare tire.CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire whi

• Try to repair the temporary emergency spare tireUse of a temporary emergency spare tire at any one wheel location canlead to impairment of the follo

3. Block the diagonally oppositewheel.4. Insert tapered end of the lugwrench behind hub caps andtwist them off.5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half tu

• RearNever use the differential as ajacking point. It is too easy forthe vehicle to tilt or fall and youcan be injured.7. Remove the wheel lug nuts w

Stowing the flat/spare tireNote: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result infailure of cable or loss of spare tire.1. Lay the tire

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove anycorrosion, dirt and foreign materials present on the mountingsurfaces of the wheel and the surfac

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height towidth.4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire.5. 15: Indicates the wheel or ri

4wd control*(pg. 156)Audio system(pg. 18)Auxiliary power point(pg. 48)Fog lamp control*(pg. 35)Climate control system(pg. 32)Passenger air bagdeactiva

Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)Note: For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph(240 km/h), tire manufacturers sometimes use the le

• Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C,representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and itsability to diss

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

the road in adverse (wet, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check yourtires for uneven wear, looking for high and low areas or unusuallysmooth areas.

• Avoid potholes and objects on the road• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow,

Tire rotationRotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in theScheduled maintenance section of the Maintenance andSpecifications ch

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can b

The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and ch

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo +passengers.GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitationcould result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personalinjury.Steps for determining the c

pound bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity to transportthe cement to your home? If you and your friend each weighed 220pounds, the calcula

4x2 w/manual transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal area oftrailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab2.3L

4x4 w/manual transmissionEngine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer -ft2(m2)Regular Cab3.0L

4x2 w/automatic transmissionEngine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontalarea oftrailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab2

4x4 w/automatic transmissionEngine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer -ft2(m2)Regular Cab3

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trai

Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

Trailer tow connectorColor Function Comment1. Dark Green Trailer right-handturn signalCircuit activated when brakepedal is depressed or whenignition i

Check fuel cap: Illuminates whenthe fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Check the fuel filler cap ifthis light remains on. Continueddriving with th

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission:Note: 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles with a manual transmission follow theseguidelines for recreational towing:Befo

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows theelectrical accessories such asthe radio to operate while theengine is not running.2. LOCK, lo

WARNING: Extended idling at high engine speeds can producevery high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire or other d

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle

• steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicleMake sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails t

you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitationuntil the engine has warmed up. Consult your fuel distributor for theavailability

WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle,have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not driveif you smell exhaust fumes.Impo

The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates forthis tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking

Parking brakeApply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops.Th

Air bag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when ignition is turnedto ON, continues to flash or remainson, have the system servicedimmediately

STEERINGYour vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to decrease the driver’s effort in steering the vehicl

WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such asutility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently thanvehicles with a lower center of

3. Start the vehicle.If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever,it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s b

P (Park)This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels fromturning.To put your vehicle in gear:• Start the engine• Depress the brak

• Provides engine braking.• Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D toother gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy

4. Move the gearshift lever to 1st gear, then slowly release the clutchpedal while slowly pressing on the accelerator.During each shift, the clutch pe

Parking your vehicle1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position.2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First).3. Turn the ign

engage. This is normal and should be no reason for concern. Referto Shifting to/from 4WD Low for proper operation.4WD system indicator lights• 4x4 - M

3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place thetransmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, depress

SandWhen driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lowergear

Overdrive off (if equipped):Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transmission hasbeen turned off, refer to theDriving chapter. If the light d

If vehicle speed drops more than 10 mph (16 km/h), the speed controlwill cancel automatically. Resume speed with accelerator pedal.If speed control ca

HAZARD FLASHERThe hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ignition is

This switch is located under theright-hand side of the glove box,just above the carpet.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey ———3A Violet Vio

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription1 5A Instrument panel dimmer switch2 10A Tra

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription11 10A Smart Junction Box (SJB) (Logic power)12 — Not used13 15A Horn, Inte

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription32 5A Brake switch (logic)33 5A Instrument cluster34 20A Power point35 15A

2.3L engine (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 40A** Passenge

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription12 — Not used13 30A** Blower motor (climate control)14 — Not used15 — Not used16 — No

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription42 7.5A* Trailer tow (left turn)43 — Not used44 — Not used45A — Wiper HI/LO relay45B

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

3.0L and 4.0L engines (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 40A

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description16 — Not used17 40A** ABS (motor)18 — Not used19 — Not used20 — Not used21 10A* PCM2

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description46A — A/C clutch solenoid46B — Washer pump relay47 — PCM relay48A — Fuel pump relay4

5. Check the coolant level. If it is low, look for leaks in the radiatorhoses and connections, heater hoses and connections, radiator andwater pump.If

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake onboth vehicles

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.Removing the jum

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thebooster vehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (U.S.A. MAINLAND AND HAWAII)Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here toserve you. All Authorized Mazd

Trip odometer: Registers the miles(kilometers) of individual journeys.To reset, depress the control button.Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in re

6. Your question(s)If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact your nearest MazdaDistributor.CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (CANADA)Your complete and permanen

The Department, in cooperation with the local Mazda ServiceRepresentative, will review the case to determine if everything possiblehas been done to en

REGIONAL OFFICESRegional Offices Areas CoveredMazda Canada Inc.Western Region8171 Ackroyd RoadSuite 2000Richmond, B.C.V6X 3K1(604) 303–5670Alberta,Bri

STEP 2If, after following STEP 1, you feel the need for further assistance, pleasecontact your area’s Mazda representative (Indicated on the next page

CANADAMazda Canada, Inc.305 Milner Avenue, Suite 400Scarborough, Ontario M1B 3V4 CanadaTEL: 1 (800) 263–4680 (in Canada)(416) 609–9909 (outside Canada

WARNING: Installation of Non-Genuine Parts or Accessories:Installation of non-genuine parts or accessories could bedangerous. Improperly designed part

The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicleto receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. We stronglyrecommend th

Please refer to your manufacturers warranty booklet for moreinformation.REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTSIf you believe that your vehicle has a defect which co

SERVICE PUBLICATIONSFactory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for ownerswho wish to do some of their own maintenance and repair.When

1. Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformitylikely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR2. Four or more repair attempts are

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED)1. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.2. CLK: Press until SELECTHOUR / SELECT MINS appears.PressAUDIO to adjus

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as an approved shampoo available from your M

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.• Always

• 2.3L Engine• 3.0L Engine2.3L16 VALVEREVIEW COPY2005 Mazda B Series (mbs), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),Market: USA_English (fus)Cleaning19

• 4.0L Engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the

MAZDA CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Mazda dealer has many quality products available to clean yourvehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products hav

INTRODUCTIONBe extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself and others or damageto your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenan

CHART SYMBOLSI: Inspect and if necessary, correct, clean or replaceA AdjustR: ReplaceL: LubricateNormal driving service intervals — perform at the mon

Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),whichever comes first)Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48x 1000 miles 5 10 1

*5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure toperform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty norlimit

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning and control lights 12Gauges 16Entertainment Systems 18AM/FM stereo 18AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system 19AM

4. Tune: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequencyand in audio mode to select various settings.5. Memory presets: To set astation: Select

Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),whichever comes first)Months 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96x 1000 miles 65 7

*5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure toperform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty norlimit

Special OperatingConditionsReplace Engine Oil and FilterInspect Brake SystemReplace Fuel FilterChange Automatic Transmission FluidReplace Spark PlugsR

While operating your vehicle• Note any changes in the sound of the exhaust or any smell or exhaustfumes in the vehicle.• Check for vibrations in the s

• Check cooling system fluid level and verify coolant specific gravity iscorrect for summer or winter conditions.• Check battery water level (non-main

Working with the engine on• Automatic transmission:1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Block the wheels.• Manual transmission:1. Set the

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.3L I4 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Engine oil dipstick4.

3.0L V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir3. Engine oil filler cap4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmi

4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)3. Engine oil filler cap4. Engine oil di

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDWindshield washer fluidAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir compl

1. CD eject: Press to eject theCD.2. CLK (Clock):Press CLK untilSELECT HOUR or SELECTMINUTE is displayed. PressMENU to adjust thehours/minutes. Press

ENGINE OILChecking the engine oilRefer to the service maintenance section for the appropriate intervals forchecking the engine oil.1. Make sure the ve

• 3.0L V6 engine• 4.0L SOHC V6 engineREVIEW COPY2005 Mazda B Series (mbs), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),Market: USA_English (fus)Maintenance

6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level isacce

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engineSAE 5W-30• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician

Engine Oil Recommendations2.3L & 3.0L EnginesLook for this certificationtrademark.SAE 5W-20 engine oil isrecommended.Only use oils “Certified For

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,lead to eng

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean anddry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened tothe

2. Put the gearshift lever in P (Park), turn off all accessories and startthe engine.3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.4

A 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Mazda Genuine Engine Coolantprovides:• maximum cooling system efficiency.• freeze protection down to -34°F (-36

• 3.0L & 4.0L enginesWhen the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fi

6. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press toplay the tracks on the currentCD in random order.7. REPEAT:Press to repeat thecurrent CD track.8. FF (Fast forward): Press

Adding engine coolantUse only Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or a premium enginecoolant that meets a Mazda specification.• DO NOT USE Extended Life Engi

mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolantreservoir until the coolant level is at the “FULL COLD” level or withinthe “COLD FI

Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F[–36° C ]):• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50

How Limp to Safety worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area.• Thesymbol will illumin

counter-clockwise carefully to avoid being burned by hot steam.When there is no steam, keep you face back as you carefully removethe cap and then repl

• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle.• Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling.• Automotive fuels can be

and sugar cane. When ethanol is used in the making of motor fuels, asmall amount of a bad tasting chemical is added to discourage beverageuse. The res

• Place approved fuel container onthe ground.• DO NOT fill a fuel container whileit is in the vehicle (including thecargo area/pickup bed).• Keep the

WARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap,excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage thefuel system or cause the fuel cap to

common abbreviation or the appropriate percentage for thatregion. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may causepowertrain damage, a loss of vehic

16. CD slot: Insert a CD label sideup.CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm)audio compact discs only. Due to technical inc

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• Y

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the emp

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econom

If other than Mazda authorized parts are used for maintenancereplacements or for service of components affecting emission control,such non-Mazda parts

3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. In which case,the fuel filler cap light will also be illuminated.These temporary malfunctions ca

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID• 2.3L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engine• 4.0L V6 engineDONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUIDREVIEW COPY2005 Mazda B Series

Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the service maintenance sectionfor the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use onlyMERC

WARNING: If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you willcause permanent damage to your brakes.WARNING: Do not let the reservoir for the master cy

• Transmission does not consume fluid.• Check fluid when transmission is not operating properly or if you seea leak.• Fluid level must be checked at n

2. CLK (Clock): Press CLK untilSELECT HOUR or SELECTMINUTE is displayed. PressMENU to adjust thehours/minutes.Press CLK to display the time of day whe

High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangemay cause overheating, shift and/orengagement concerns and internaltransmission damage. If an overfil

Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped)1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface.2. Engage the parking brake fully –put in first gear.3. Ass

CHECKING AND ADDING REAR DIFFERENTIAL FLUID1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface.2. Engage the parking brake fully –put in first gear.3. Assure the ve

Fluid Mazda PartNameApplication CapacityPower steeringfluidMazdaMERCON威 ATFAll Fill to range ondipstickTransmissionfluid1MazdaMERCON威 ATF5-speed manua

Fluid Mazda PartNameApplication CapacityFuel tank N/A Regular cab(Short wheelbase)17 gallons(64.4L)SuperCab 19.5 gallons(73.8L)Transfer CaseFluidMazda

5Traction-Lok axles use 4.75–5.0 pints (2.2–2.4L) of rear axle lubricant.Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazdaspecifications

Item Mazda part name or equivalentAutomatic transmission (5R44Eand 5R55E)MERCON威VATF2Windshield washer fluidUltra-clear Windshield WasherConcentrate1A

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSVehicle dimensions Regular Cab -inches (mm)SuperCab -inches (mm)(1) Overall length 188.5 (4788) 202.6 (5147)(2) Overall width 69.4 (

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations requirethat a Certification Label be affixed

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

Dolby: Dolby威 noise reduction: Reduces tape noise and hiss.PressMENU to cycle Dolby ON/OFF. The Dolby威 noisereduction system is manufactured under lic

CELL PHONESUse of cell phones and other devices by driver:WARNING: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones,computers, portable radios, vehic

AABS (see Brakes) ...146Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...76and child safety seats ...

instrument panel ...193interior ...193interior trim ...193Mazda car care p

Fluid capacities ...241Foglamps ...35Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ...155driving off road ...

LLampsbulb replacementspecifications chart ...39daytime running light ...35fog lamps ...35h

Safety belts (see Safetyrestraints) ...64, 66–67, 69Safety defects, reporting ...188Safety restraints ...64, 66–69bel

manual operation ...153Turn signal ...38VVehicle dimensions ...246Vehicle Identificati

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13. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, pressand hold a preset button until sound returns. To select a pre

the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to becomejammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identifiedwith permanent felt tip marker ra

4. CLK (Clock): Press CLK untilSELECT HOUR or SELECTMINUTE is displayed. PressMENU to adjust thehours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time when the

7. TUNE/DISC: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radiofrequency, select the previous/next CD or to select various settingsin menu mode. In MP3 dir

Seating and Safety Restraints 62Seating 62Safety restraints 64Air bags 76Child restraints 88Tires, Wheels and Loading 104Tire Information 107Tire Infl

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turnON/OFF. Turn toincrease/decrease volume.If the volume is set above acertain level and the ignition isturned off, the v

CASSETTE/PLAYER CAREDo:• Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the holea

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICERefer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. Ifservice is necessary, see your authorized Mazda

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment:Controls the volume of aircirculated in the vehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls the tempe

WARNING: Do not place objects on top of the instrument panelas these objects may become projectiles in a collision or suddenstop.MANUAL HEATING AND AI

• Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector inMAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicleto “breathe”

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Foglam

High beamsAfter turning the headlamps on,push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate.Flash to passP

HEADLAMP AIM ADJUSTMENTThe headlamps are designed to be mechanically aimed, but can also beaimed visually by doing the following:1. Park your vehicle

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aimby usinga4mmwrench to turnthe adjuster control eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcoun

Cleaning 189Maintenance and Specifications 195Engine compartment 205Engine oil 209Battery 214Fuel information 223Refill capacities 241Lubricant specif

COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)The courtesy lamp lights when:• any door is opened.• the instrument panel dimmerswitch is held up until thecourtes

Function Number of bulbs Trade numberMap/dome-SuperCab(if equipped)2904Map/dome-RegularCab (if equipped)1 9041 904All replacement bulbs are clear in c

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood.2. Reach behind the lamp assembly for access and disconnect theelectrical connecto

4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If theheadlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, youshould not need to ali

Replacing stop lamp/tail lamp/sidemarker lamp/turn lamp/backuplamp bulbsThese bulbs are located in the sameportion of the tail lamp assembly,one just

Replacing fog lamp bulbsWARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulbbreaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. Ifone is bro

Replacing license plate lamp bulbsThe license plate bulbs are locatedbehind the rear bumper. To changethe license plate lamp bulbs:1. Reach behind the

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers(from desired interval to low or hi

Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away fromthe vehicle. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiper arm. Pushthe lock pin manually to releas

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from theplugs. I

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

One touch downAllows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to

Outside air temperatureDisplay operation of the mirror withthe compass feature:• Press the right button to togglethe display between the compassdirect

3. To change the zone setting,push and hold the right buttonuntil ZONE appears in thedisplay.4. Press the right buttonrepeatedly until desiredcompass

POWER MIRROR CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust your mirrors:1. Selectto adjust the leftmirror orto adjust the rightmirror.2. Move the control in thedirec

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control andrelease

Resuming a set speedPress the RES (resume) control andrelease it. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed. The RES contro

Turning off speed controlThere are three ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This willnot

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment withcassette/compact di

4. Evenly push down on theextender and push the roundknobs in on each side locking itin place.Green markings on the shaftindicate the locked position.

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk ofpersonal injury to yourself orothers? In this guide, answe

• unlock the vehicle doors withouta key.• lock all the vehicle doors withouta key.• activate the personal alarm.If there is any potential remote keyle

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between thetwo halves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring.DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBERCOVER AND CIR

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters:1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocked.2. Put the key in the ignition.3. Turn the key from the 2(LO

SEATINGAdjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving.WARNING: Always driv

60/40 seat (if equipped)To gain access to the storagecompartment in your armrest (ifequipped), lift the latch to open lid.The 60/40 seat cupholder (if

To return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then pushthe seatback up to lock it in place. The seat will lock, and you will haveto

WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicles is moving. Adjusting the driver’s seat while the vehicleis moving is dangerous. T

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckleclosest to the direction thetongue is coming from) untily

Automatic locking mode (outboard front passenger seatingposition only) for use with child safety seatsIn this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the entire seat beltsystem should be checked for proper operation by a qualifiedtechnician. Verify that the ⴖaut

Event Data RecorderThe computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed datapotentially including but not limited to information such as:• th

Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of the shoulde

WARNING: The lap belts should fit snugly and as low aspossible around the hips, not around the waist. Failure toposition the lap belt correctly may ca

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the vehicle hasreached at least 5 km/h (3 mph)and 1-2 minutes have elapsedsince the ignitio

Reasons given... Consider...⬙I was in a hurry⬙ Prime time for an accident. SafetyBelt Warning Chime reminds us totake a few seconds to buckle up.⬙Seat

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition c

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled.• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned

The energy absorbing functions may have been activated in a collision sothe restraints should be examined; if the front air bags have deployed,the pre

WARNING: Airbags have been known to kill or injure a child infront facing child restraints. When placing a child safety seat ina front seating positio

WARNING: Never place a rear facing infant seat in the frontseat unless the passenger air bag is turned off.Steps you can take to properly position you

Using your vehicle with a snowplowWARNING: Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.Using your

Children and air bagsFor additional important safety information, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide.WARNING: Never place arearwar

WARNING: An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat.Child seats should never be placed in the front seats, unlesspassenger air bag switch i

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burn

• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuitsand the supplemental a

Passenger air bag ON/OFF switchWARNING: An airbag ON/OFFswitch has been installed inthis vehicle. Before driving,always look at the face of theswitch

WARNING: You must turn the passenger air bag Off if you havea rear facing child seat in the front seat of the pickup (thecenter lapbelt on front split

WARNING: If the light is illuminated when the passenger airbag ON/OFF switch is in the ON position and the ignition switchis ON, have the passenger ai

effectiveness of the safety belts, because safety belts in modern vehiclesare designed to work as a safety system with the air bags.Read all air bag W

WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safetybelts for the driver and right front passenger. These particularbelts are specifically desig

WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safetybelts for the driver and/or right front passenger. Theseparticular belts are specifically de

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideProtecting theEnvironmentFasten Safety B

WARNING: An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat.Child seats should never be placed in the front seats, unlesspassenger air bag switch i

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or petsunattended in your vehicle. Leaving a child or an animalunattended in a parked vehicle is da

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

• Those with a high back.If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

tether anchors. For more information on top tether straps and anchors,refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. Formore info

WARNING: Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed inthe front seats unless the passenger air bag switch is turnedoff. Also, slide the front seat

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, graspthe shoulder portion of the beltand pull downward until all ofthe belt is extracted and a c

Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use.Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child saf

WARNING: This anchor information applies to child safetyseats equipped with tether straps. For child safety seatsequipped with LATCH anchors, refer to