Mazda B2300 Bedienungshandbuch

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning and control lights 12Gauges 16Entertainment Systems 19AM/FM stereo 19AM/FM stereo with CD 21AM/FM stereo wi

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2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulderbelt and lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro

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

Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat a

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

The tether anchor is located on therear lower portion of the passengerseat.4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor.WARNING: If the tether strapis clippe

Center seating location 60/40 seats with folding armrestWhen installing a child safety seat in the center position, route the tetherstrap over the cen

Center seating location 60/40 vinyl seatsWhen installing a child safety seat in the center position on a 60/40 vinylseat, route the tether strap throu

This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach thechild seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also beat

WARNING: If there are two LATCH seats to install — you canonly mount one LATCH seat in this vehicle with the LATCHanchor bars. You need to mount the s

Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install achild seat with LATCH attachments.WARNING: Attach LATCH lower attachments of th

4wd control*(pg. 125)Audio system(pg. 19)Auxiliary power point(pg. 49)Fog lamp control(pg. 38)Climate control system(pg. 35)Passenger air bagdeactivat

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

WARNING: Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaus

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission:1. Make sure the parking brake isset.2. Push the clutch pedal

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

until the engine has warmed up. Consult your fuel distributor for theavailability of winter grade (Ed85) ethanol. High-quality blends of wintergrade (

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

WARNING: The Anti-Lock system does not decrease the timenecessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stoppingdistance. Always leave enough room betw

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released.

• Uneven vehicle loading• High crown in center of road• High crosswinds• Wheels out of alignment• Loose or worn suspension componentsTRACTION-LOK AXLE

WARNING: Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity,may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extraprecautions, such as slower speeds and i

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

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to theLOCK position and remove the ke

To put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)WARNING: Always set the parking b

2 (Second)Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additionalengine braking on downgrades.1 (First)• Provides maximum engine braking

Recommended shift speedsDownshift according to the following charts for your specificengine/drivetrain combination:Upshifts when accelerating (for bes

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

4WD system indicator lights• 4WD - Illuminates when 4H(4WD High) is engaged.• 4WD LOW – Illuminates when 4L(4WD Low) is engaged.Using the electronic s

Shifting to/from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop2. Depress the brake3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, p

WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph).The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander.SandWhen driving over sand, try to kee

When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden braking. Shift to a lower gearwhen added engine braking is desired.When speed control is on and you are dri

SPECIAL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS OF PICKUPTRUCKS AND UTILITY-TYPE VEHICLESWARNING: For important information regarding safe operationof this ty

If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity.NOTE: TheCHECKENGINElight will illuminate if vehicle refueling i

determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for eachengine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailertowing and the weight

Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow1. Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart (in the Trailer Towingsection in this chapter) for your type

4x2 w/manual transmissionFor high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (1, 000ft.) elevation.For definition of terms used in this table

4x2 w/automatic transmissionEngine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR - kg(lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight - kg(lbs.)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer -m2(ft2)Regular Ca

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

HitchesFor towing trailers up to 907 kg (2,000 lb), use a weight carrying hitchand ball which uniformly distributes the trailer tongue loads through t

Using a step bumperThe optional step bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requiresonly a ball with a 19 mm (3/4 inch) shank diameter. The bum

Trailer tow connectorColor Function Comment3. Tan/White Tail lamp Relay controlled circuitactivated when the parklamps/headlamps are on.4. White Groun

• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you mustpark on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.Launching or retri

4x2 equipped with automatic transmission and 4x4 vehicles:4x2 vehicles with automatic transmissions or 4x4 vehicles with anelectronic-shift transfer c

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warninglight on is dangerous. A significant decrease in brakingperformance may occur. It will take yo

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 in the frontpassenger’s footwell, by the kickpanel access cover.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel

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

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided.The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDesc

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription10 7.5A Speed control servo/amplifier assembly,Generic Electronic Module (G

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription30 — Not used31 — Not used32 — Not used33 15A Headlamps, Daytime Running La

2.3L engine (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 50A** I/P fus

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description13 — Not used14 — Not used15 — Not used16 40A** Blower motor17 20A** Auxiliary cooli

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description44 — Not used45A — Wiper HI/LO relay45B — Wiper park/run relay46A — Fuel pump relay4

3.0L and 4.0L engines (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 50A

Door ajar: Illuminates when theignition is in the ON position andany door is open.Overdrive off (if equipped):Illuminates when the overdrivefunction h

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description14 — Not used15 — Not used16 40A** Blower motor17 — Not used18 — Not used19 — Not us

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description44 — Not used45A — Wiper HI/LO relay45B — Wiper park/run relay46A — Fuel pump relay4

to the ON position without starting the engine. The radiator coolingfans will start to cool the engine.• If neither coolant nor steam is escaping: ope

Location of the spare tire and toolsThe spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations:Tool LocationSpare tire Under the v

2. If equipped, unlock and removethe spare tire carrier lock fromthe rear access hole located justabove the rear bumper andbelow the tailgate.3. Inser

4. If your vehicle is equipped with P265/75 R15 AT tires, do not stow aflat or inflated full size spare tire in the spare tire carrier. The flatfull s

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 tire1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the

Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, th

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in theignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door isopened.Headlamps on

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery andthe carbureto

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

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, your roadside assistance center.It

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (U.S.A.)Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here toserve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the k

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (CANADA)Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here toserve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the k

Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most casesrequires the use of your Mazda dealer’s service facilities. personnel andequipme

Provincial Administrators may be reached locally as listed below:Province/Territory CAMVAP NumberBritish Columbia & YukonTerritories(604) 681–0312

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (PUERTO RICO)Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why allAuthorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap and/or theradiator cap while the engine is running or hot, this may resultin serious burns.Odometer: R

MAZDA IMPORTERS/DISTRIBUTORSU.S.A (Importer/Distributor)Mazda North American Operations7755 Irvine Center DriveIrvine, CA 92618–2922P.O. Box 19734Irvi

ADD-ON NON-GENUINE PARTS AND ACCESSORIESNon-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found instores. These may fit your vehicle, but th

• Tire WarrantyNOTE: Detailed warranty information is provided with your Mazdaportfolio.OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES AND CANADAGovernment regulations in

(Note)If you live in the U.S.A., all correspondence to Mazda Motor Corporationshould be forwarded to:Mazda North American Operations7755, Irvine Cente

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufactureror its representative is unable to repair a motor veh

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, you should

WASHING YOUR VEHICLEWash your vehicle regularly withcold or lukewarm water. Never usestrong detergents or soap. If yourvehicle is particularly dirty,

REPAIRING PAINT CHIPSMinor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired withGenuine Mazda Touch-Up Paint. Observe the application instru

• 2.3L Engine• 3.0L EngineCleaning178

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

Engine oil pressure gauge:Indicates engine oil pressure. Atnormal operating temperature, theneedle will be in the normal range(the area between the “L

If the wiper still does not wipe properly, this could be caused bysubstances on the windshield or rear window such as tree sap and somehot wax treatme

• Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities ofthe seat

INTRODUCTIONBe extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself and others anddamage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection andmaintenan

Chart symbolsI: Inspect, and if necessary correct, clean or replaceA: AdjustR: ReplaceL: LubricateNormal driving service intervals – perform at the mo

Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or km (miles),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 failureto perform this maintenance item will not nullify the emissionwarranty nor limit

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

4. Refer to vehicle emission control information label for spark plug andgap specifications.5. The California Air Resources Board has determined that

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

AM/FM STEREO1. Seek: Press/ to find thenext strong station down/up thefrequency band.2. Tune: Press/ tomanually change radiofrequency down/up.3. AM/FM

• Check cooling system fluid level and coolant strength.• Check battery water level (non-maintenance free).• Check battery connections and clean if ne

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

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 engineMAXMINMaintenance and Specifications197

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

Seating and Safety Restraints 67Seating 67Safety restraints 69Air bags 82Child restraints 93Driving 110Starting 110Brakes 115Transmission operation 11

5. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.6. Tone: Press TONE until thedesired level — Bass, Treble,Fade appears

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

4.0L EngineLook for this certificationtrademark.SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetr

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMazda maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.However,

WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessivepressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through thevent caps, resulting in personal

will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time theadaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to itsopti

• 2.3L engine• 3.0L & 4.0L enginesWhen the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at

WARNING: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do notuse engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluidoutside of its specified function a

Check the coolant level in the reservoir before you drive your vehicle thenext few times (with the engine cool). If necessary, add a 50/50mixture of e

• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%.• NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%.• Increased engine coolant c

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuelfiller cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, waituntil it stops before compl

AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO1. Balance: Press/ to shiftsound to the left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press/ to shiftsound to the front/rearspeakers.3. S

clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation.• Be particu

WARNING: Flexible fuel components and standard unleadedgasoline fuel components are not interchangeable. If yourvehicle is not serviced in accordance

4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on thefiller pipe.5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.“Che

Octane recommendationsDo not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However,if it knocks heavily under mostdriving conditions while you

Unleaded Gasoline enginesIf you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of

Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Mazda part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif an authorized Mazda fuel f

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.Calculating fu

• Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.• Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.• You may want to

• Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient thantwo-wheel-drive operation.• Close windows for high speed driving.EPA window stic

Illumination of the “Service Engine Soon” light, charging system warninglight or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smokeor lo

5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD.6. COMP (Compression): In CDmode, press to bring louder andsofter levels into morecomfortable listening level. The

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID• 2.3L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engine• 4.0L V6 engineDONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUIDMaintenance and Specifications2

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

2. Visually inspect the fluid level.3. If necessary, add brake fluidfrom a clean un-openedcontainer until the level reachesMAX. Do not fill above this

1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt andwater from entering thereservoir.2. Remove cap and rubberdiaphragm from reservoir.3. Add f

6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should bein th

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may causeinternal transmission component damage.If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml (1/2 pint) increm

6. Fluid level should be at thebottom of the opening.7. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopeni

Use only fluid that meets Mazda specifications. Refer to LubricantSpecifications in this chapter.DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKEYour vehicle m

Traction AA A B CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Thegrades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as me

Tire rotationBecause your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs, they often weardifferently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rot

14. CD: Press to enter CD mode orto play a CD already loaded intothe system.15. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.16. Bass: Press/

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.WARNING: When replacing full size tires, never mix radialbias

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSWARNING: Driving too fast for conditions creates thepossibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speedsfor extend

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Mazda PartNameApplication CapacityEngine oil(includes filterchange)Mazda SAE 5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil2.3L engine 3.8L (4.0qu

Fluid Mazda PartNameApplication CapacityEngine coolant4Premium EngineCoolant2.3 L I4 enginewith manualtransmission10.0L (10.5quarts)2.3L I4 enginewith

Fluid Mazda PartNameApplication CapacityRear axlelubricant5Mazda SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle LubricantAll 2.4-2.5L (5.0-5.3pints)Windshieldwasher fluidU

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Mazda part name or equivalentFront axle (4X4)SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear AxleLubricantRear axleSAE 80W-90 Premium Rear AxleLu

handle. MERCONt and MERCONt V are not interchangeable. DO NOTmix MERCONt and MERCONt V. Refer to your service maintenancesection to determine the corr

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

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

1. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station, or track ofcurrent disc.2. Rewind: Press for a slowrewind, press and hold for a fastr

AABS (see Brakes) ...115Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...82and child safety seats ...

instrument cluster lens ...180instrument panel ...180interior ...180Mazda car care products

driving off road ...126electronic shift ...125indicator light ...125preparing to drive

Jump-starting your vehicle ...158KKeyspositions of the ignition ...110LLampsbulb replacementspecifications chart ...40cargo la

SSafety belts(see Safety restraints) ...69–73Safety defects, reporting ...175Safety restraints ...69–73belt minder ...

WWarning lights (see Lights) ...12Washer fluid ...195Washing your vehicle ...176Water, Driving through ...

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Fade: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to therear/front speakers.9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL toaccess clock mode, RDS on/off,Traffic, Program

AUTOSTORE will flash on the display. When the six strongest stationsare filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there areless th

MACHT MP3 AUDIO SYSTEM1. Balance: Press/ to shiftsound to the left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press / to shiftsound to the rear/frontspeakers.3. Scan: Pr

5. EJ (Eject): Press to stop andeject a disc. If a disc is ejectedand not removed, the player willautomatically reload the disc and return to radio mo

13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM;tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.14. CD door: I

Maintenance and Specifications 182Engine compartment 192Engine oil 196Battery 202Fuel information 208Refill capacities 232Lubricant specifications 235

21. Treble: Press / todecrease/increase the trebleoutput.MP3 FUNCTIONSYour audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you tolisten to s

ERROR MESSAGESYou may experience an error message for the following situations:• NO DISC when the CD control is pressed and there is not a CDpresent.•

This hierarchy is an example of amore complex directory structure.While you are capable of setting upmany directory levels when burninga CD, the MACHt

RADIO FREQUENCIESAM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsComm

Don’t:• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time.• Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magaz

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

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windowsTo increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in

• 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.FOG LA

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

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

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)The cour

Function Number of bulbs Trade numberPark/turn lamps(front)23157 AK (amber)Headlamps 2 9003Rear stop/tail lamps 2 3157KRear turn lamps 2 3156KRear lic

WARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulbbreaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. Ifone is broken, it will explode and

To install the new bulb:Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and donot to

3. Remove screw(s) from lampassembly.4. Disengage lamp assembly (it hasa snap fit).5. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and removefrom lamp assembly.

Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbsThe tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs arelocated in the same portion of thetail lamp assembly, one just belowthe other.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp and cargo lamp bulbsThe replacement of the high-mount brake lamp bulb and cargo lamp bulbis basically the same. This p

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

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 POINTPower outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.Improper u

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk ofpersonal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, your

AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal state to thenon-glare state when bright l

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

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET ACCcontrol until you get to thedesired spee

• Press the speed control OFFcontrol.Note: When you turn off the speedcontrol or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased.OVERDRIVE

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

Note: If the red marking on the shaft is visible, the bed extenderis not locked or properly secured.To stow the bed extender, follow steps one through

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

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.Your ve

Power door unlock disabledThe UNLOCK feature on your powerdoor locks will not work from insidethe vehicle when:• the ignition has been turned to the O

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

3. Turn the key from the 2(LOCK) position to 3 (OFF).4. Cycle, eight times, rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)position and 4 (ON). Note:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes after thelast d

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 3(OFF) position.TheTHEFTindicator will flashevery two seconds when

• If you do not have at least 2 previously programmed keys, you musttake your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s)programmed.1. Insert a pr

SEATINGAdjusting the front manual seatWARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving. Sudden braking or a collision cou

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)Turn the lumbar support controlclockwise to increase firmness.Turn the l

REAR SEATSCenter facing jump seat (2–door Cab Plus) (if equipped)To open, pull inboard and down on the seat handle.To stow the seat, pull seat bottom

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.WARNING: Please read the section Air bag in th

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding inthese areas are more likely

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tonguefrom the buckle.The front outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lapand

How to use the automatic locking mode (Outboard front passengerseating position only) for use with child safety seats• Buckle the combination lap ands

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BEREPLACED if the seat belt assembly “automatic lockingretractor” feature or any other seat belt function is

• Regular Cab and 4–door Cab Plus• 2–door Cab PlusTo lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the h

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a righ

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt assembly is too short for you, even when fullyextended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety b

BeltMinderThe BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders to thedriver

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...9Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...9I have an air bag9 Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to infla

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

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do notdeactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving thevehicle.BeltMinder activation and deactivati

NOTE:If unsure about the proper procedures, bring your vehicle to anauthorized Mazda dealership for inspection. Inspect the safety belts tomake sure t

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautionsThe supplemental restraint system is designed to w

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

• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the uprightposition.WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the air bag moduleincluding hands or

WARNING: Never place a rearward facing child safety restraintin front of an airbag. Airbags have been known to kill or injurechildren in front facing

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal decele

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them after inflation or you may beburned.WARNING: If the air bag has d

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your authorized Mazda dealership immediately.WARNING: Unless serviced, the

WARNING: If the OFF light fails to illuminate when thepassenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignitionswitch is in ON, have the passen

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower Windows Power Window LockoutPersonal Alarm SystemFeatureEngine OilEngine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperatureDo Not Open When

WARNING: The safety belts for the driver and right frontpassenger seating positions have been specifically designed tofunction together with the air b

• the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’sphysician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so thatthe driv

Transport Canada air bag deactivation criteria (Canada Only)1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seatbecause:• my vehicl

Transport Canada air bag deactivation criteria (continued)WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safetybelts for the driver and/or right

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: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the frontseat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying air bagand be seriously injured or

• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?WARNING: Booster seats must be installed only in seatingpositions equipped with a combination

The importance of shoulder beltsUsing a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air BagSupplemental Restraint Systemsection in this chapter.•

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbelts (front outboard passenger seat only)1. Position the child safety seat ina seat wi