Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page1 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page2 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page3 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Black plate (3,1) A Word to Mazda Owners Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with complete customer satisfaction in mind. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manual carefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehicle best. So when maintenance or service is necessary, that's the place to go.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page4 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Black plate (4,1) How to Use This Manual We want to help you get the most driving pleasure from your vehicle. Your owner's manual, when read from cover to cover, can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of the manual to best explain how to enjoy your Mazda. By reading your manual, you can find out about the features, important safety information, and driving under various road conditions.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page5 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Black plate (5,1) Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page6 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page7 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM 1 Black plate (7,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview .............................................. 1-2 Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4 1-1 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page8 Friday, May 26 2006 10:52 AM Black plate (8,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle. *Refer to Navigation System at the end of the manual (if equipped). Power window lock switch ................................................................................ page 3-20 Power window switches ....................................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page9 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (9,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Dashboard and Interior Overview Headlight leveling switch .................................................................................. page 5-53 Dashboard illumination knob ............................................................................ page 5-36 Lighting control/Turn signal ..............................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page10 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (10,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview 4 Door The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle. 1-4 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page11 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (11,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Trunk lid ............................................................................................................ page 3-15 Antenna ............................................................................................................. page 6-16 Rear window defroster .......................................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page12 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (12,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview 5 Door The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle. 1-6 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page13 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (13,1) Your Vehicle at a Glance Exterior Overview Liftgate .............................................................................................................. page 3-12 Rear window defroster ....................................................................................... page 5-60 Rear wiper blade ................................................................................................ page 8-30 Antenna .
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page14 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM 1-8 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page15 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM 2 Black plate (15,1) Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraint systems and SRS air bags. Seats ............................................................................................... 2-2 Front Seats ................................................................................ 2-2 Rear Seat .................................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page16 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (16,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Front Seats WARNING Do not modify or replace the front seats: Modifying or replacing the front seats such as replacing the upholstery or loosening any bolts is dangerous. The front seats contain air bag components essential to the supplemental restraint system. Such modifications could damage the supplemental restraint system and result in serious injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page17 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (17,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Make sure the lever returns to its original position and the seat is locked in place by attempting to push it forward and backward. qSeat Recline WARNING Do not drive with the seats reclined: Sitting in a reclined position while the vehicle is moving is dangerous because you don't get the full protection from seat belts.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page18 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (18,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats CAUTION When returning a rear-reclined seatback to its upright position, make sure you hold onto the seatback with your other hand while operating the lever. If the seatback is not supported, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury. qHeight Adjustment (Driver's Seat) í By moving the seat lever up or down, the seat bottom height can be adjusted.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page19 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (19,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSeat Warmer í Rear Seat The front seats are electrically heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. WARNING Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off. When the switch is in the ON position, the indicator light will come on. NOTE The seat temperature is regulated automatically by a thermostat. Other than turning it on or off, it cannot be adjusted.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page20 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (20,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats WARNING Do not drive with the seatback unlocked: The seatback plays an important role in your protection in a vehicle. Leaving the seatback unlocked is dangerous as it can allow passengers to be ejected or thrown around and baggage to strike occupants in a sudden stop or collision, resulting in severe injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page21 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (21,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats qSplit-Folding Rear Seatback To fold the seatbacks CAUTION When operating the rear seatback knob, make sure you support the seatback with your hand. If the seatback is not supported with your hand, it will flip forward suddenly and could cause injury to the finger that pushes the rear seatback knob down. 1. Unfasten the lap portion of the centerrear seat belt (page 2-18).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page22 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (22,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats WARNING When returning the seatback to the upright position, make sure there is no red indication: A rear seatback not fully returned and locked in the upright position is dangerous. Sudden stops or maneuvering could cause a seatback to flip forward suddenly resulting in injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page23 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (23,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seats Removal To remove the head restraint, press the stop-catch release, then pull up on the head restraint. qArmrest í The rear armrest in the center of the rear seatback can be used (no occupant in the center seat) or placed upright. Armrest í Some models. Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page24 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (24,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and sudden stops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the way when not in use.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page25 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (25,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expended: One or both front air bags may deploy, and the corresponding pretensioner(s) may also deploy at the same time.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page26 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (26,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qPregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions Pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Ask your doctor for specific recommendations. The lap belt should be worn SNUGLY AND AS LOW AS POSSIBLE OVER THE HIPS. The shoulder belt should be worn across your shoulder properly, but never across the stomach area.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page27 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (27,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt (Except CenterRear Position) NOTE When using the center-rear seat belt, refer to “Center-Rear Position Seat Belt” (page 2-18). qFastening the Seat Belt WARNING Positioning the Shoulder Portion of the Seat Belt: Improper positioning of the shoulder portion of the seat belt is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page28 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (28,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qUnfastening the Seat Belt qShoulder Belt Adjuster í Depress the button on the buckle. If the belt does not fully retract, pull it out and check for kinks or twists. Then make sure it remains untwisted as it retracts. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt if the seat belt touches your neck, or if it crosses your arm instead of your shoulder.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page29 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (29,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Front Seat Belt Pretensioner and Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver and front passenger seat belts are equipped with pretensioner and load limiting systems. For both these systems to work properly you must wear the seat belt properly.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page30 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (30,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Have your seat belts changed immediately if the pretensioner or load limiter has been expended: One or both front air bags may deploy, and the corresponding pretensioner(s) may also deploy at the same time.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page31 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (31,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep If a malfunction is detected in the air bag/ front seat belt pretensioner systems and the warning light, a warning beep sound will be heard for about 5 seconds every minute.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page32 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (32,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Center-Rear Position Seat Belt (3-Point Type) Before using the center-rear lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. (A) (B) qFastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the tongue (C). 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. 3. Insert the tongue (C) into the buckle (D) until you hear a click.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page33 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (33,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems WARNING Positioning the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt: The lap portion of the seat belt worn too high is dangerous. In a collision, this would concentrate the impact force directly on the abdominal area, causing serious injury. Wear the lap portion of the belt snugly and as low as possible.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page34 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (34,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems qFastening the Lap Portion of the Seat Belt Sedan (Behind head restraint on left side) Grasp tongue (A) and insert it into the anchor buckle (B) until you hear a click. It is now secure for passenger use. NOTE After returning the left-rear seatback to its upright position, fasten the lap portion of the belt.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page35 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (35,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough, even when fully extended, a seat belt extender may be available to you at no charge from your Authorized Mazda Dealer. This extender will be only for you and for the particular vehicle and seat. Even if it plugs into other seat belts, it may not hold in the critical moment of a crash.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page36 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (36,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep Driver seated/Front passenger not seated The belt minder is a supplemental warning to the seat belt warning function. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, the warning light/beep operates to give you further reminders according to the chart below.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page37 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (37,1) Essential Safety Equipment Seat Belt Systems Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page38 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (38,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to use them. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children riding in your vehicle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page39 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (39,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Use the correct size child-restraint system: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must be properly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age and size. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed in an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page40 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (40,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Seating a child in a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat is dangerous: Vehicles equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors are also equipped with a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-33).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page41 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (41,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time: Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used in this way cannot spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be crushed together and seriously injured or even killed.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page42 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (42,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Installing Child-Restraint Systems Accident statistics reveal that a child is safer in the rear seat. The front passenger's seat is clearly the worst choice for any child under 12, and with rear-facing childrestraint systems it is clearly unsafe due to air bags.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page43 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (43,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 1. Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked. 2. Secure the child-restraint system with the lap portion of the lap/shoulder belt. See the manufacturer's instructions on the child-restraint system for belt routing instructions. 4. Push the child-restraint system firmly into the vehicle seat.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page44 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (44,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Anchor bracket location (4 Door) Tether strap position (5 Door outboard position) Tether strap Forward Anchor bracket Tether strap position (4 Door) Tether strap Anchor bracket location (5 Door center position) Anchor bracket Anchor bracket location (5 Door outboard position) Tether strap position (5 Door center position) Tether strap 2-30 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page45 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (45,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page46 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (46,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE l l WARNING To check if your front seats have side air bags: Mazda vehicles equipped with side air bag will have a “SRS AIRBAG” tag on the outboard shoulder of the front seats. To check if your vehicle has curtain air bags: Mazda vehicles equipped with curtain air bag will have an “SRS AIRBAG” marking on the front and rear window pillars along the roof edge.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page47 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (47,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Do not allow a child to lean over or against the side window of a vehicle with side and curtain air bags: It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window, the area of the front passenger seat, the front and rear window pillars and the roof edge along both sides from which the side and curtain air bags deploy, even if a child-restraint system is use
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page48 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (48,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint NOTE l Inspect this function before each use of the child-restraint system. You should not be able to pull the shoulder belt out of the retractor while the system is in the automatic locking mode. When you remove the child-restraint system, be sure the belt fully retracts to return the system to emergency locking mode before occupants use the seat belts.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page49 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (49,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint WARNING Do not seat a child in a child-restraint system on the front passenger seat if the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminated: While it is always better to install any child-restraint system on the rear seat, it is imperative that a child-restraint system ONLY be used on the front passenger seat if the deactivation indicator light illuminate
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page50 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (50,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designed LATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seat. Both anchors must be used, otherwise the seat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Most LATCH child-restraint systems must also be used in conjunction with a tether to be effective.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page51 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (51,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint qChild-Restraint System Installation Procedure (Rear Outboard Seats) Anchor bracket location (4 Door) 1. Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it is fully locked. 2. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page52 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (52,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Tether strap position (5 Door) Tether strap Forward WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page53 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (53,1) Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint 2. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback slightly to verify the locations of the LATCH lower anchors. Anchor bracket location (4 Door) Anchor bracket Tether strap position (4 Door) NOTE Tether strap The markings above the LATCH lower anchors indicate the locations of LATCH lower anchors for the attachment of a child-restraint system. 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page54 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Essential Safety Equipment Child Restraint Tether strap position (5 Door) Tether strap WARNING Use the tether and tether anchor only for a child-restraint system: Using the tether or tether anchor to secure anything but a child-restraint system is dangerous. This could weaken or damage the tether or tether anchor and result in injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page55 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (55,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags (verify “SRS AIRBAG” location indicator marks).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page56 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (56,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous. Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can be expected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal, near frontal or side forces that are at least moderate.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page57 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (57,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremely dangerous. The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of the outboard side of the front seat and expand along the front door on the side the car is hit.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page58 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (58,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not place luggage or other objects under the front seats: Placing luggage or other objects under the front seats is dangerous. The components essential to the supplemental restraint system could be damaged, and in the event of a side collision, the appropriate air bags may not deploy, which could result in death or serious injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page59 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (59,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags NOTE l When an air bag deploys, a loud inflation noise can be heard and some smoke will be released. Neither is likely to cause injury, however, the texture of the air bags may cause light skin injuries on body parts not covered with clothing through friction.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page60 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (60,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page61 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (61,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qFront Air Bag System Components (2) (3) (4) (1) (6) (10) (9) (5) (8) (7) (6) (1) Driver seat slide position sensor (page 2-49) (2) Front seats (3) Front dual stage inflators and air bags (4) Front air bag sensor (5) Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light (page 2-49) (6) Front seat belt pretensioner and load limiting systems (page 2-15) (7) Front passenger seat w
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page62 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (62,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qSide and Curtain Air Bag System Components í 4 Door (2) (1) (4) (3) (2) 5 Door (1) (3) (4) (1) Side and curtain inflators and air bags (2) Front seats (3) Crash sensors and diagnostic module (SAS unit) (4) Side crash sensor 2-48 í Some models. Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page63 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (63,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags How the Air Bags Work qHow the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bags quickly deflate. The front air bags will function only once.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page64 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (64,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front passenger seat weight sensors Vehicles equipped with front passenger seat weight sensors are also equipped with a front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light is also equipped (page 2-33). These sensors are located under both of the front passenger seat rails. These sensors determine the total seated weight on the front passenger seat.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page65 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (65,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions: OFF OFF Front passenger seat belt pretensioner system OFF ON OFF OFF OFF ON ON Total seated weight on the Front passenger air bag Front passenger front and front passenger seat deactivation indicator light side air bags Empty (Not occupied)* Less than approx.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page66 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (66,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not increase the total seated weight on the passenger seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the total seated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight of approximately 30 kg (66 lb) is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page67 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (67,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags CAUTION l To assure proper deployment of the front air bag and to prevent damage to the sensors in the front seat bottoms: l l l Do not place sharp objects on the front seat bottoms or leave heavy luggage on them. Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page68 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (68,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags qHow the Side and Curtain Air Bags Work í When air bag crash sensors detect a side impact of greater than moderate force, an electrical current is sent to the inflators. Gases are produced to inflate the side and curtain air bags and after the inflation, the side and curtain air bags quickly deflate.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page69 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (69,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags Front air bag activation The front air bags will inflate if the severity of impact is above the designed threshold level. l l Driving into a big hole or hitting the far side of a hole. Hitting a solid wall straight on at greater than about 22 km/h (14 mph).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page70 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (70,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags l Rear-ending or running under a truck's tail gate may not provide the stopping force necessary for air bag deployment.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page71 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (71,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags l l Vehicle roll-over may not provide enough side force to deploy the side and curtain air bags. Side impacts with two-wheeled vehicles may not provide enough force to deploy the side and curtain air bags. Non-activation of side and curtain air bag í The side and curtain air bags will not normally inflate in the following cases: l Collision from the rear.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page72 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (72,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags A system malfunction is indicated if the warning light constantly illuminates or does not illuminate at all when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. If either of these occur, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible. The system may not work in an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page73 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (73,1) Essential Safety Equipment SRS Air Bags WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components: Expended or damaged air bag/seat belt pretensioner system components must be replaced after any collision which caused them to deploy or damage them. Only a trained Authorized Mazda Dealer can fully evaluate these systems to see that they will work in any subsequent accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page74 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM 2-60 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page75 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM 3 Black plate (75,1) Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts. Doors and Locks ........................................................................... 3-2 Keys .......................................................................................... 3-2 Keyless Entry System í ............................................................ 3-3 Door Locks ..............
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page76 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (76,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Type B Keys WARNING Do not leave the keys in your vehicle with children and keep them in a place where your children will not find or play with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with the key is dangerous. This could result in someone being badly injured or even killed. They could play with power windows or other controls, or even make the vehicle move.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page77 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (77,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Key extend/retract method (Retractable type key) To extend the key, press the release button. Keyless Entry System í This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgate. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the buttons slowly and carefully.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page78 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (78,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l The keyless entry system is designed to operate up to about 2.5 m (8 ft) from the center of the vehicle, but this may vary due to local conditions. l The system doesn't operate when the key is in the ignition switch. l Doors and the liftgate cannot be locked by pressing the lock button while any other door or the liftgate is open.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page79 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (79,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE l l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page80 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (80,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE (Without theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that all doors and the liftgate are unlocked. (With theft-deterrent system) l The hazard warning lights will not flash. l The hazard warning lights only flash when the theft deterrent system is armed or turned off, refer to the theft-deterrent system (page 3-29).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page81 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (81,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Replacing the transmitter battery Integrated key type 4. Press the portion of the battery indicated by A and remove the battery. 1. Unfold the key (page 3-2). 2. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and push the tab to remove the key from the transmitter.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page82 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (82,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Non-key type 1. Insert a small screwdriver into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter. 3. Install a new battery (CR2025 or equivalent) into the front portion of the holder with the positive pole ( ) facing up. Press on the B portion of the battery to set the battery. Back cover Slot Back cover B Front cover 2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page83 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (83,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Door Locks WARNING Always take all children and pets with you or leave a responsible person with them: Leaving a child or a pet unattended in a parked vehicle is dangerous. In hot weather, temperatures inside a vehicle can become high enough to cause brain damage or even death.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page84 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (84,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE If your vehicle is equipped with a front passenger door key slot, the door can be locked/unlocked with the key. To lock any door with the door-lock knob from the outside, push the door-lock knob to the lock position and close the door. This does not operate the other door locks.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page85 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (85,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Locking, unlocking with key All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when the driver's door is locked with the key. All doors and the liftgate unlock when the driver's door is unlocked and the key is held in the unlock position for one second or longer. Locking, unlocking with door-lock switch All doors and the liftgate lock automatically when LOCK is pushed.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page86 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (86,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Liftgate (5 Door) WARNING Never allow a person to ride in the luggage compartment: Allowing a person to ride in the luggage compartment is dangerous. The person in the luggage compartment could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision. Do not drive with the liftgate open: Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page87 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (87,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qLuggage Compartment NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the liftgate cannot be unlocked, perform the following procedure as an emergency measure to unlock it: 1. Remove the cap on the interior surface of the liftgate with a flathead screwdriver. Cap 2. Turn the lever to the right to unlock the liftgate.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page88 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (88,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Luggage compartment cover strap The luggage compartment can be accessed by opening the liftgate when the straps are attached to the sides of the liftgate. CAUTION To prevent cargo from shifting while driving or during sudden deceleration, be careful of the following: l Do not open the luggage compartment cover while the vehicle is moving.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page89 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (89,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Trunk Lid (4 Door) WARNING Never allow a person to ride in the trunk: Allowing a person to ride in the trunk is dangerous. In addition, the person in the trunk could be seriously injured or killed during sudden braking or a collision. Keep the trunk closed when driving: Exhaust gas entering the cabin of a vehicle through an open trunk is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page90 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (90,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Opening the trunk lid with the key Insert the key into the slot and turn it clockwise. qTrunk Security In some situations you may want to prevent the trunk from being opened with the remote trunk lid release lever. Give your key only to someone you trust. Open To secure the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks (page 2-8), push the trunk lock lever up, and close the trunk.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page91 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (91,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the trunk open for a long period when the engine is not running. Inside Trunk Release Lever (4 Door) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page92 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (92,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks WARNING Close the trunk lid, lock the rear seatbacks and do not allow children to play inside the vehicle: Leaving the trunk lid open or leaving children in the vehicle with the keys is dangerous. Children could open the trunk lid and climb inside resulting in possible injury or death from heat exposure.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page93 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (93,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Power Windows í The ignition switch must be in the ON position for the power windows to operate. WARNING Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window: Closing power windows are dangerous. A person's hands, head, or even neck could be caught by the window and result in serious injury or even death. This warning applies especially to children.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page94 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (94,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qOperating the Passenger Power Windows The power windows may be operated when the power window lock switch on the driver's door is in the unlocked position. The passenger windows may be opened or closed by the power window master control switches on the driver's door. qPower Window Lock Switch With the lock switch in the unlocked position, all power windows on each door can be operated.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page95 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (95,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING qFuel-Filler Lid To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid release. 4 Door When removing the fuel cap, loosen the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to stop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin and eyes and cause illness if ingested.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page96 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (96,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qFuel-Filler Cap Hood To remove the filler cap, turn it counterclockwise. To close the filler cap, turn it clockwise until it clicks. Close WARNING Always check that the hood is closed and securely locked: A hood that is not closed and securely locked is dangerous as it could fly open while the vehicle is moving and block the driver's vision which could result in a serious accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page97 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (97,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks qClosing the Hood Type B 1. Check under the hood area to make certain all filler caps are in place and all loose items (e.g. tools, oil containers, etc.) have been removed. 2. Insert the support rod in its clip while holding up the hood. Verify that the support rod is secured in the clip before closing the hood. 3. Close the hood so that it locks securely. 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page98 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (98,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks Moonroof í The moonroof can be opened or closed electrically only when the ignition switch is in the ON position. NOTE After washing your Mazda or after it rains, wipe the water off the moonroof before operating it to avoid water penetration which could cause rust and water damage to your headliner.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page99 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (99,1) Knowing Your Mazda Doors and Locks To close to the desired position, push the front of the tilt or slide switch. Open Close Close qSunshade The sunshade can be opened and closed by hand. The sunshade opens automatically when the moonroof is opened, but must be closed by hand. Sunshade CAUTION The sunshade does not tilt. To avoid damaging the sunshade, do not push up on it. 3-25 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page100 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (100,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engine to start only with a key the system recognizes. If someone attempts to start the engine with an unrecognized key, the engine will not start, thereby helping to prevent the theft of your vehicle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page101 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (101,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. (CANADA) This device complies with RSS-210 of Industry CANADA.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page102 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (102,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System NOTE l Since the electronic codes are reset when repairing the immobilizer system, the keys are needed. Bring all the existing keys to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qMaintenance If you have a problem with the immobilizer system or the key, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE l The keys carry a unique electronic code.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page103 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (103,1) Knowing Your Mazda Security System Theft-Deterrent System í l Opening the trunk lid by operating the trunk lid release lever. The theft-deterrent system is designed to prevent your vehicle or its contents from being stolen when all doors, hood, and trunk lid/liftgate are locked.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page104 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Knowing Your Mazda Security System qTo Stop an Alarm A triggered alarm can be turned off by any one of the following methods: l Unlock a door or the trunk lid with the key. l Press the unlock button on the keyless entry system transmitter. NOTE If you have any problem with the theftdeterrent system, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page105 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (105,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or an accident. Mirrors qOutside Mirrors Check the mirror angles before driving.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page106 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (106,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Selector switch Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is flush with the vehicle. Outside mirror Mirror switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the control by moving the selector switch to the middle position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page107 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (107,1) Knowing Your Mazda Steering Wheel and Mirrors Type A Push the lever forward for day driving. Pull it back to reduce glare from headlights. Day/Night lever Day Night Type B WARNING Do not stack cargo or objects higher than the seatbacks: Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is dangerous. It can block your view in the rearview mirror, which might cause you to hit another car when changing lanes.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page108 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM 3-34 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page109 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM 4 Black plate (109,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ Fuel Requirements .................................................................... Emission Control System .......................................................... Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) .........................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page110 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (110,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL, which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. 2.3-liter turbocharger engine Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page111 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (111,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10%. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name “Gasohol”.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page112 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (112,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of this system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions requirements. WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable: Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page113 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (113,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page114 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (114,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Before Starting the Engine Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors, and outside lights are clean. After Getting In l Are all doors closed and locked? l Is the seat adjusted properly? l Inspect inflation pressures and condition of tires. l Are the inside and outside mirrors adjusted? l Look under the vehicle for any sign of fluid leaks.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page115 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (115,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Break-In Period Money-Saving Suggestions No special break-in is necessary, but a few precautions in the first 1,000 km (600 miles) may add to the performance, economy, and life of your Mazda. How you operate your Mazda determines how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use these suggestions to help save money on fuel and repairs. l Don't race the engine.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page116 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (116,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary to downshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear while driving on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The sudden change in tire speed could cause the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of vehicle control and an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page117 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (117,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Rocking the Vehicle Winter Driving l WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56 km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone to stand behind a wheel when pushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the wheels at high speed is dangerous. The spinning tire could overheat and explode. This could cause serious injuries.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page118 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (118,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips qSnow Tires qTire Chains Use snow tires on all four wheels Check local regulations before using tire chains. Don't go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph) while driving with snow tires. Inflate snow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm2, 4.3 psi) more than recommended on the tire pressure label (driver's door frame), but never more than the maximum cold-tire pressure shown on the tires.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page119 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (119,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Installing the chains 1. Secure the chains on the front tires as tightly as possible. Always follow the chain manufacturer's instructions. 2. Retighten the chains after driving 1/2 ―1 km (1/4―1/2 mile).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page120 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Overloading WARNING Be careful not to overload your vehicle: The gross axle weight rating (GAWR) and the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of your vehicle are on the Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Label on the driver's door frame. Exceeding these ratings can cause an accident or vehicle damage.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page121 Friday, May 26 2006 10:53 AM Black plate (121,1) Before Driving Your Mazda Driving Tips Turbocharger Information í The turbocharger greatly enhances engine power. Its advanced design provides improved operation and requires minimum additional maintenance. To get maximum performance from your turbocharged engine, take note of the following tips: l The turbocharged engine is designed for optimal operation with premium unleaded gasoline (page 4-2).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page122 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Trailer Towing The Mazda3 is not designed for towing. Never tow a trailer with your Mazda3. 4-14 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page123 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM 5 Black plate (123,1) Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2 Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-3 Brake System .................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page124 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (124,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Ignition Switch qIgnition Switch Positions Automatic transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to the LOCK position, the shift lever must be in the P position. Shift lever engaged in P (park) LOCK The steering wheel locks to protect against theft. Only in this position can the key be removed.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page125 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (125,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side. ACC (Accessory) The steering wheel unlocks and some electrical accessories will operate. ON This is the normal running position after the engine is started. The warning lights (except brakes) should be inspected before the engine is started (page 5-37).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page126 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (126,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION Don't try the starter for more than 10 seconds at a time. If the engine stalls or fails to start, wait 10 seconds before trying again. Otherwise, you may damage the starter and drain the battery. 6. After starting the engine, let it idle for about 10 seconds. Brake System qFoot Brake Your Mazda has power-assisted brakes that adjust automatically through normal use.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page127 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (127,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Dry brakes that have become wet by driving very slowly and applying the brakes lightly until brake performance is normal: Driving with wet brakes is dangerous. Increased stopping distance or the vehicle pulling to one side when braking could result in a serious accident. Light braking will indicate whether the brakes have been affected.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page128 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (128,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated. This warning has the following functions: Parking brake warning The light comes on when the parking brake is applied with the ignition switch in the START or ON position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page129 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (129,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not rely on ABS as a substitute for safe driving: The ABS cannot compensate for unsafe and reckless driving, excessive speed, tailgating (following another vehicle too closely), driving on ice and snow, and hydroplaning (reduced tire friction and road contact because of water on the road surface). You can still have an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page130 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (130,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving WARNING Do not drive with both the ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated. Have the vehicle towed to an Authorized Mazda Dealer to have the brakes inspected as soon as possible: Driving when the brake system warning light and ABS warning light are illuminated at the same time is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page131 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (131,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Manual Transaxle Operation qManual Transaxle Shift Pattern 5-speed transaxle (6-speed transaxle) Vehicles with 6-speed transaxle are equipped with a device to prevent shifting to R (reverse) by mistake. Push the shift lever downward and shift to R. Neutral position 6-speed transaxle Neutral position The vehicle is equipped with either a 5speed or 6-speed manual transaxle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page132 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (132,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l Keep your foot off the clutch pedal except when shifting gears. Also, don't use the clutch to hold the vehicle on an upgrade. Riding the clutch will cause needless clutch wear and damage. l Make sure the vehicle comes to a complete stop before shifting to R. Shifting to R while the vehicle is still moving may damage the transaxle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page133 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (133,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Automatic Transaxle Controls Various Lockouts: Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page134 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (134,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qTransaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N to operate the starter. P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P AND set the parking brake: Only setting the shift lever to the P position without using the parking brake to hold the vehicle is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page135 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (135,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving M (Manual) M is the manual shift mode position. Gears can be shifted up or down by operating the shift lever. Refer to Manual Shift Mode (page 5-13). 2. Insert a screwdriver and push it down. qShift-Lock System The shift-lock system prevents shifting out of P unless the brake pedal is depressed. To shift from P: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 3. Move the shift lever. 2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page136 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (136,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE NOTE l If you change to manual shift mode when the vehicle is stopped, the gear will shift to M1. l If you shift up once when the vehicle is stopped and the gear is at M1, the gear will shift to M2. M2 is helpful for starting on slippery surfaces. l (2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page137 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (137,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l When driving slowly, the gears may not shift up depending on vehicle speed. l In manual shift mode, gears do not shift up automatically. Don't run the engine with the tachometer needle in the RED ZONE. If the tachometer needle enters the RED ZONE, you may feel engine-braking because the fuel delivery will be stopped to protect the engine.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page138 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (138,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 2.3-liter engine model: 20 km/h (12 mph) or less The gear is fixed in second while in this mode for easier starting and driving on slippery roads. If the shift lever is tapped back ( ) or forward ( ) while in the second gear fixed mode, the mode will be canceled. Shifting specification (2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page139 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (139,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving qDriving Tips NOTE The gear does not shift down to M1 automatically while in the second gear fixed mode.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page140 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (140,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Power Steering Power steering is only operable when the engine is running. If the engine is off or if the power steering system is inoperable, you can still steer, but it requires more physical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usual during normal driving, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page141 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (141,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Cruise Control í With cruise control, you can set and automatically maintain any speed of more than about 30 km/h (19 mph). WARNING Do not use the cruise control under the following conditions: Using the cruise control under the following conditions is dangerous and could result in loss of vehicle control.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page142 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (142,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving 3. Press the SET/COAST button and release it at the speed you want. Release the accelerator at the same time. Don't continue to hold in the button. Until you release it, speed will continue to drop (unless you continue to accelerate) and you'll miss the desired speed. NOTE l The SET function can't be activated until about 2 seconds after the ON/ OFF switch has been engaged.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page143 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (143,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarily when the cruise control is on. Greater speed will not interfere with it or change the set speed. Take your foot off the accelerator to return to the set speed. qTo Decrease Cruising Speed Press the SET/COAST button and hold it. The vehicle will gradually slow. Release the button at the speed you want.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page144 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (144,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving l Press the CANCEL button. Traction Control System (TCS) í The Traction Control System (TCS) enhances traction and safety by controlling engine torque and braking. When the TCS detects driving wheel slippage, it lowers engine torque and operates the brakes to prevent loss of traction. The system is off when the ignition is off.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page145 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (145,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE To turn off the TCS, press the DSC OFF switch (page 5-24).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page146 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (146,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving CAUTION l The DSC may not operate correctly unless the following are observed: l l l l Use tires of the correct size specified for your Mazda on all four wheels. Use tires of the same manufacturer, brand and tread pattern on all four wheels. Do not mix worn tires.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page147 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (147,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Press the switch again to turn the TCS/ DSC back on. The DSC OFF indicator light will go out. NOTE l When DSC is on and you attempt to free the vehicle when it is stuck, or drive it out of freshly fallen snow, the TCS (part of the DSC system) will activate. Depressing the accelerator will not increase engine power and freeing the vehicle may be difficult.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page148 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (148,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving TPMS does not alleviate your need to check the pressure and condition of all four tires before you drive each day. CAUTION l Your vehicle has also been equipped with a TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when the system is not operating properly. The TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with the low tire pressure telltale.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page149 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (149,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page150 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (150,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-8). NOTE l After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out. If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for 10 minutes, and then verify that it goes out.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page151 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (151,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving Warning light flashes When the warning light flashes, there may be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qSystem Error Activation When the warning light flashes, there may be a system malfunction. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page152 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (152,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving When changing tires yourself If you or someone else changes tires, you or someone else can also undertake the steps for the TPMS to complete the ID signal code registration. Replacing tires and wheels CAUTION l When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page153 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (153,1) Driving Your Mazda Starting and Driving NOTE l The tire pressure sensor ID signal code must be registered when a new tire pressure sensor is purchased. For purchase of a tire pressure sensor and registration of the tire pressure sensor ID signal code, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page154 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (154,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators Meters and Gauges (Black-out meter) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the dashboard gauges illuminate. Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-33 Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-33 Tachometer ...........
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page155 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (155,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qSpeedometer The speedometer indicates the speed of the vehicle. qOdometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector The display mode can be changed between trip meter A and trip meter B by pressing the selector while one of them is displayed. The selected mode will be displayed.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page156 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (156,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators NOTE l (Standard meter) The odometer and trip meter can be displayed as follows even when the ignition switch is in the ACC or LOCK position. l l l Displays for 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position from the ON position. Displays for 10 minutes after the driver's door is opened.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page157 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (157,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qTachometer The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). CAUTION Driving with an overheated engine can cause serious engine damage (page 7-13). qFuel Gauge Red zone With turbocharger Without turbocharger The fuel gauge shows approximately how much fuel is in the tank. We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4 full.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page158 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (158,1) Driving Your Mazda Instrument Cluster and Indicators qDashboard Illumination When the exterior lights are on, rotate the thumb-wheel to adjust the brightness of the dashboard lights. Bright Dim NOTE Black-out meter When the instrument cluster dimmer is canceled, the instrument cluster illumination intensity will not change by rotating the thumb-wheel. Refer to Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button on page 5-36.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page159 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (159,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-39 Charging System Warning Light 5-40 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5-41 Check Engine Light 5-41 ABS Warning Light 5-39 Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-42
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page160 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (160,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 5-42 Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-44 Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-44 Automatic Transaxle Warning Light 5-44 Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-44 Security Indicator Light 5-46 Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-46 Shift Position Indicator Light 5-47 TCS/DS
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page161 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (161,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qBrake System Warning Light NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes an indicator of leakage. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible even if the brake light is no longer illuminated.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page162 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (162,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds If the ABS warning light stays on while you're driving, the ABS control unit has detected a system malfunction. If this occurs, your brakes will function normally as if the vehicle had no ABS. Should this happen, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as possible.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page163 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (163,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds CAUTION Don't continue driving when the charging system warning light is illuminated because the engine could stop unexpectedly. qEngine Oil Pressure Warning Light This warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position and turns off when the engine is started. This warning light indicates low engine oil pressure.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page164 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (164,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light qLow Fuel Warning Light Low fuel warning light If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner system is working properly, the warning light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or after the engine is cranked. The warning light turns off after a specified period of time.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page165 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (165,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds Belt minder Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function reminds the front passenger to fasten the seat belt according to the chart below. NOTE The belt minder can be deactivated. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer to deactivate and restore the seat belt minder.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page166 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (166,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qDoor-Ajar Warning Light This warning light comes on when any door or liftgate isn't securely closed. qLow Washer Fluid Level Warning Light í This warning light indicates that little washer fluid remains. Add fluid (page 8-27).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page167 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (167,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds WARNING If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, decrease vehicle speed immediately and avoid sudden maneuvering and braking: If the tire pressure monitoring system warning light illuminates or flashes, or the tire pressure warning beep sound is heard, it is dangerous to drive
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page168 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (168,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds NOTE l l After adjusting the tire air pressures, it may require some time for the TPMS warning light to go out. If the TPMS warning light remains illuminated, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 25 km/h (16 mph) for 10 minutes, and then verify that it goes out.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page169 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (169,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds l The turn signal lever is in the flash-topass position. qTCS/DSC Indicator Light í qShift Position Indicator Light (Automatic Transaxle) This indicates the selected shift position when the ignition switch is in the ON position. This indicator light stays on for a few seconds when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page170 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (170,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qCruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) í The indicator light has two colors. Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber) The indicator light illuminates amber when the ON/OFF switch is pressed and the cruise control system is activated.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page171 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (171,1) Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qTurn-Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights Beep Sounds qAir Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Beep When operating the turn signal lights, the left or right turn signal indicator light flashes to indicate which turn signal light is operating (page 5-54).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page172 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Driving Your Mazda Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds qSeat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastened when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, a beep sound will be heard for about 6 seconds. If the driver's seat belt is not fastened and the vehicle is driven at a speed faster than about 20 km/h (12 mph), a beep sound will be heard again for a specified period of time.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page173 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (173,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Type B (With AUTO position) Lighting Control qHeadlights Type A (Without AUTO position) Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off. Switch Position Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page174 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (174,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls CAUTION l Do not shade the light sensor by adhering a sticker or a label on the windshield. Otherwise the light sensor will not operate correctly. Light sensor NOTE l When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position, the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination will turn off.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page175 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (175,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qLights-On Reminder qHeadlight Leveling í If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened. The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights. qHeadlight High-Low Beam The headlight leveling switch adjusts this angle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page176 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (176,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls qDaytime Running Lights (Canada) In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation. For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. NOTE The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the parking brake is applied.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page177 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (177,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Fog Lights í The fog lights help you to see as well as to be seen. The headlights must be turned on to turn on the front fog lights. To turn the front fog lights on, rotate the position. fog light switch to the Fog light switch To turn the front fog lights off, rotate the fog light switch to the OFF position or turn the headlights off.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page178 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (178,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls For a single wiping cycle, push the lever . up to NOTE Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiper blades, the wiper motor is protected from motor breakdown, overheating and possible fire by a circuit breaker. This mechanism will automatically stop operation of the blades, but only for about 5 minutes.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page179 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (179,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls AUTO (Auto-wiper control) When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position, the rain sensor senses the amount of rainfall on the windshield and turns the wiper on or off automatically (off―intermittent―low speed―high speed). The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted by turning the switch on the wiper lever.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page180 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (180,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls CAUTION l When the wiper lever is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the wipers may move automatically in the following cases: l l l l If the windshield above the rain sensor is touched. If the windshield above the rain sensor is wiped with a cloth. If the windshield is struck with a hand or other object.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page181 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (181,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls NOTE With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT (Type A)/AUTO (Type B) position, the wipers will operate continuously until the lever is released. If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-27). If it's OK, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Rear Window Wiper and Washer (5 Door) The ignition switch must be in the ON position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page182 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (182,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. Fully Automatic Type Air-Conditioning Indicator light The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn on the rear window defroster. The rear window defroster operates for about 10―15 minutes and turns off automatically.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page183 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (183,1) Driving Your Mazda Switches and Controls Horn To sound the horn, press the the steering wheel. Hazard Warning Flasher mark on The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page184 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM 5-62 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page185 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM 6 Black plate (185,1) Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audio system. Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2 Operating Tips ........................................................................... 6-2 Vent Operation ..........................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page186 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (186,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Operating Tips qOperating the Climate Control System Operate the climate control system with the engine running. NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the fan control dial on for a long period of time with the ignition switch in the ACC position when the engine is not running.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page187 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (187,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Vent Operation Center vents Side vents qAdjusting the Vents Center Vents Directing airflow To adjust the direction of airflow, move the adjustment knob. Side Vents To adjust the direction of airflow, open the vents and rotate them left and right. Knob Push NOTE When using the air conditioner, mist may come out from the vents.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page188 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (188,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSelecting the Airflow Mode Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Defroster Vents Floor Vents 6-4 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page189 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (189,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately. Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages. Manual Type ............................................................................................................ page 6-6 Fully Automatic Type ...................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page190 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (190,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Manual Type í Mode selector dial Fan control dial Temperature control dial Air intake selector A/C switch Some models. qControl Switches Fan control dial Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. 6-6 í Some models. Form No.8V66-EA-06F This dial allows variable fan speeds.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page191 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (191,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mode selector dial NOTE The air conditioner may not function when the outside temperature approaches 0 °C (32 °F). Air intake selector Turn the mode selector dial to select airflow mode (page 6-4). NOTE l l If you want to slightly adjust the airflow amount, set the mode .
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page192 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (192,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System WARNING Do not use the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode in cold or rainy weather is dangerous as it will cause the windows to fog up. Your vision will be hampered, which could lead to a serious accident. qHeating NOTE l If the windshield fogs up easily, set the mode selector dial to the position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page193 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (193,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System CAUTION When using the air conditioner while driving up long hills or in heavy traffic, closely monitor the temperature gauge (page 5-35). The air conditioner may cause engine overheating. If the gauge indicates overheating, turn the air conditioner off (page 7-13).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page194 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (194,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System NOTE l For maximum defrosting, set the temperature control dial to the extreme hot position and the fan control dial to position 4. l If warm air is desired at the floor, set the mode selector dial to the position.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page195 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (195,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Fully Automatic Type í Climate control information is displayed on the information display.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page196 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (196,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System OFF switch Mode selector switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system. The desired airflow mode can be selected (page 6-4). Temperature control dial Cold NOTE Hot This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page197 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (197,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System Air intake selector AMB (Ambient Temperature) switch Outside or recirculated air positions can be selected. Press the switch to select outside/recirculated air positions. Press the AMB switch to display the ambient temperature.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page198 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (198,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qOperation of Automatic Air Conditioning qWindshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. Press the AUTO switch. Selection of the airflow mode, air intake selector and amount of airflow will be automatically controlled. 2. Use the temperature control dial to select a desired temperature. Cold Press the windshield defroster switch.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page199 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (199,1) Interior Comfort Climate Control System qSunlight/Temperature Sensor The fully automatic air conditioner function measures inside and outside temperatures, and sunlight. It then sets temperatures inside the passenger compartment accordingly. CAUTION Do not obstruct either sensor, otherwise the automatic air conditioner will not operate properly. Sunlight sensor Interior temperature sensor 6-15 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page200 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (200,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Antenna qDetachable Type To remove the antenna, turn it counterclockwise. To install the antenna, turn it clockwise. Make sure the antenna is securely installed. Type A Install Remove CAUTION l To prevent damage to the antenna, remove it before entering a car wash facility or passing beneath a low overhead clearance. l Be careful around the antenna when removing snow from the roof.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page201 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (201,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Operating Tips for Audio System WARNING Do not adjust the audio control switches while driving the vehicle: Adjusting the audio while driving the vehicle is dangerous as it could distract your attention from the vehicle operation which could lead to a serious accident. Always adjust the audio while the vehicle is stopped.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page202 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (202,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Signals from an FM transmitter are similar to beams of light because they do not bend around corners, but they do reflect. Unlike AM signals, FM signals cannot travel beyond the horizon. Therefore, FM stations cannot be received at the great distances possible with AM reception.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page203 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (203,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver. Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies, the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page204 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (204,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l If the cassette tape is loose, it may produce poor sound or performance during playback. Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack. l Only cassette tapes that play no longer than 90 minutes should be used. Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are thin and may easily break. l Do not leave a cassette tape in the tape player slot when not in use.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page205 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (205,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l The CD revolves at high speed within the unit. Defective (cracked or badly bent) CDs should never be used. l Do not use non-conventional discs such as heart-shaped, octagonal discs, etc. The disc may not eject resulting in a malfunction. l l A new CD may have rough edges on its inner and outer perimeters.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page206 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (206,1) Interior Comfort Audio System CD Player l Do not use record sprays, antistatic agents, or household spray cleaners. Volatile chemicals such as benzine and thinner can also damage the surface of the CD and must not be used. Anything that can damage, warp, or fog plastic should never be used to clean CDs. l Insert discs one by one. If two discs are inserted at the same time, the system may not operate properly.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page207 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (207,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l Do not insert any disc with a peel-off seal affixed to it. Handling the In-dash CD changer l This unit may not be able to play certain CD-R/CD-RWs made using a computer or music CD recorder due to disc characteristics, scratches, smudges, dirt, etc., or due to dust or condensation on the lens inside the unit.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page208 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (208,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l This unit can play MP3 files that have been recorded in bit rates of 8 kbps to 320 kbps. Nonetheless, to insure enjoyment of music with consistent sound quality, it is recommended to use discs that have been recorded at a bit rate of 128 kbps or more. l If a disc has both music data (CD-DA) and MP3 files, playback of the two file types differs depending on how the disc was recorded.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page209 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (209,1) Interior Comfort Audio System l MP3 files not conforming to the MP3 format containing both header frames and data frames will be skipped and not played. l This unit will play MP3 files that have up to eight levels. However, the more levels a disc has, the longer it will take to initially start playing. It is recommended to record discs with two levels or less.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page210 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (210,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Multi-session A session is the complete amount of data recorded from the beginning to the end of a single period of CD-ROM, CD-R/CDRW data recording. Multi-session refers to the existence of data from two or more sessions on a single disc. Sampling Refers to the process of encoding analog audio data at regular intervals and converting it to digital data.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page211 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (211,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Set Audio information is displayed on the information display. CD Player In-Dash CD Changer (Music CD Player) In-Dash CD Changer (Music CD/MP3 CD Player) Cassette Tape Player Illustration is of a representative audio unit. Power/Volume/Sound Controls .............................................................................. page 6-28 Operating the Radio .......................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page212 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (212,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qPower/Volume/Sound Controls Power/Volume dial Power ON/OFF Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. Press the power/volume dial again to turn the audio system off. Audio control dial Turn the power/volume dial to the right to increase volume, to the left to decrease it. Audio sound adjustment 1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page213 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (213,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: Indication Turn Left Turn Right The following four modes are available. Select the desired mode.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page214 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (214,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Radio Band selector buttons Scan button Satellite button Seek tuning buttons Channel preset buttons Manual tuning button/Auto memory button/Electric serial number button Radio ON Press a band selector button ( turn the radio on. Tuning ) to Band selection Successively pressing the band selector ) switches the bands as button ( follows: FM1→FM2→AM.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page215 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (215,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Seek tuning Pressing the seek tuning button ( , ) will cause the tuner to seek a higher or lower frequency automatically. NOTE If you continue to press and hold the button, the frequency will continue changing without stopping. Scan tuning ) to Press the scan button ( automatically sample strong stations. Scanning stops at each station for about 5 seconds.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page216 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Interior Comfort Audio System SATELLITE RADIO (SAT) Vehicles equipped with the separately purchased SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit have the ability to receive up to 100 channels of digital quality programming coast to coast via satellite. For information on use, read the Satellite Radio Kit manual accompanying the SIRIUS digital satellite radio unit.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page217 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (217,1) MEMO 6-33 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page218 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (218,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Cassette Tape Player í Repeat button Cassette tape play button APC button: (next program) Fast-forward button (one being played) Rewind button Program button Cassette tape slot Dolby NR button Cassette tape eject button Cassette tape insert Dolby noise reduction Insert the cassette tape into the slot, open edge to the right and cassette tape will begin play, and “T
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page219 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (219,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE NOTE The cassette tape can be ejected when the ignition switch is in the OFF position. APC may not operate properly if: Fast-forward/Rewind Press the fast-forward button ( ) to fast-forward. ) to rewind. Press the rewind button ( To stop this operation and play the cassette tape, press the button again.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page220 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (220,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the Compact Disc (CD) Player í Scan button Load button CD slot CD play button Repeat button CD eject button Track up button Track down button Random button Fast-forward button Reverse button Inserting the CD Ejecting the CD Insert the CD into the slot, label-side up. The auto-loading mechanism will set the CD and begin play.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page221 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (221,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Music scan This feature helps to find a program by playing about the first 10 seconds of each track. Press the scan button ( ) during play to start scan play operation (the track number will flash). ) once again Press the scan button ( to cancel scan play. NOTE If the unit is left in scan, normal play will resume where scan was selected.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page222 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (222,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating the In-Dash CD Changer í (Music CD player) (Music CD/MP3 CD player) Channel preset buttons CD slot CD eject button CD play button Repeat button Load button Track up button Disc up button Track down button Disc down button Scan button Random button Display button There are two types of In-dash CD changers. Check which In-dash CD changer type you own.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page223 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (223,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE NOTE The CD will begin playback automatically after insertion. A CD cannot be inserted while the display reads “WAIT”. A beeping sound can be heard during this waiting time. Simultaneously pressing the power/volume dial and the load button ) for about 2 seconds will turn ( this beeping sound ON or OFF. The first-inserted CD will be played automatically when: Normal insertion 1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page224 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (224,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 2. Press the channel preset button for the desired CD number for less than 5 seconds after the beep sound is heard. NOTE l CDs will be ejected starting with the one with the lowest number. l All CDs in the tray will be ejected continuously. l CDs can be ejected when the ignition switch is off. Press and hold the CD eject button ( ) for about 2 seconds and all CDs will eject.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page225 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (225,1) Interior Comfort Audio System During MP3 CD playback To change the disc, press the DISC button or ) for 1.5 seconds or ( more during playback. Folder search (during MP3 CD playback) To change to the previous folder, press the ) for less than folder down button ( 1.5 seconds, or press the folder up button ) for less than 1.5 seconds to ( advance to the next folder.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page226 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (226,1) Interior Comfort Audio System (CD random) MP3 CD ) during 1. Press the random button ( playback, and then press the button again within 3 seconds to play the tracks in the CD randomly. “RDM” is displayed. Disc number/File number/Elapsed time display Disc tray number 2. Press the button again to cancel the random play.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page227 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (227,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Display scroll (Music CD/MP3 CD player) Only 12 characters can be displayed at one time. To display the rest of the characters of a long title, turn the display ) to the right. Hidden feed dial ( titles can be scrolled into the display one character at a time. NOTE The displayable number of characters is limited. If the number of characters, including the file extension (.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page228 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (228,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qError Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clear the error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause CD is inserted upside down CHECK CD CD is defective 6-44 Form No.8V66-EA-06F Solution Insert the CD properly.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page229 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (229,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Audio Control Switch Operation (Steering Wheel) í When the audio unit is turned on, operation of the audio unit from the steering wheel is possible. NOTE Mazda has installed this system to prevent distraction while driving the vehicle and using audio controls on the dashboard. Always make safe driving your first priority.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page230 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (230,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qChanging the Source qSeek Switch Press the mode switch ( ) to change the audio source (FM1 radio> FM2 radio> AM radio> CD player or CD changer> Cassette tape player> SIRIUS1> SIRIUS2> SIRIUS3> AUX> cyclical). When listening to the radio Press the seek switch ( , ), the radio switches to the next/previous stored station in the order that it was stored (1―6).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page231 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (231,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qMute Switch Press the mute switch ( ) once to mute audio, press it again to resume audio output. NOTE If the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position with the audio muted, the mute will be canceled. Therefore, when the engine is restarted, the audio is not muted. To mute the audio again, press the mute switch ( ).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page232 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (232,1) Interior Comfort Audio System NOTE l Before using the auxiliary jack, read the manufacturer's instructions for the product being connected. l Use a commercially-available, nonimpedance (3.5 ) stereo mini plug for connecting the portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack. Before using the auxiliary jack, read the manufacture's instructions for connecting a portable audio unit to the auxiliary jack.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page233 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (233,1) Interior Comfort Audio System 4. Open the tray by pulling the lower release catch. 5. Pass the connection plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the auxiliary jack. Plug NOTE l Insert the plug to the auxiliary jack securely. l Insert or remove the plug with the plug perpendicular to the auxiliary jack hole. l Insert or remove the plug by holding its base. 6.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page234 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Interior Comfort Audio System To operate the portable audio unit 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. 2. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. ) of 3. Press the MEDIA button ( the audio unit or the mode switch ) of the audio control switch to ( change to the AUX mode.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page235 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (235,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCC requirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. CAUTION l This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by anyone except qualified service personnel. If servicing is required, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page236 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (236,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use in front or swing it to the side. Sunvisor Interior Lights qIlluminated Entry System í When the illuminated entry system operates, the overhead light (switch is in the DOOR position) turns on for: l About 30 seconds after the driver's door is unlocked and the ignition switch is in the LOCK position (with the ignition key removed).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page237 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (237,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qOverhead Lights í Front Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights Light off l Light on when any door is open l (With illuminated entry system) Light on or off when the illuminated entry system is on Light on qMap Lights í The map lights are switched on or off by pressing the switches.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page238 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Switch Position Luggage Compartment Light Light off Light on when the liftgate is open 6-54 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page239 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (239,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Information Display Trip computer/Clock Audio display Climate control display/Ambient temperature display With trip computer Without trip computer qInformation Display Functions The information display has the following functions: l Clock l Ambient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display) í l Climate Control Display (Fully Automatic Type) l Audio Display l Trip
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page240 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (240,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qClock 3. “Hr. ADJUST” will be displayed next, and the hour portion of the display will flash. Press the SET switch to set the hour, then press the CLOCK switch. NOTE When the trip computer is being displayed, press the CLOCK switch to change the display to the time. When the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON position, the time is displayed. 4. “Min.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page241 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (241,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Without fully automatic type air conditioner qClimate Control Display (Fully Automatic Type) When the ignition switch is in the ON position, the ambient temperature is displayed. The climate control system status is displayed. To operate the climate control system, refer to “Climate Control System” (page 6-2). qAudio Display The audio system status is displayed.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page242 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (242,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Current fuel economy mode This mode displays the current fuel economy by calculating the amount of fuel consumption and the distance traveled. Current fuel economy will be calculated and displayed every 2 seconds.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page243 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (243,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Distance-to-empty mode This mode displays the approximate distance you can travel on the remaining fuel based on the fuel economy. NOTE l Even though the distance-to-empty display may indicate a sufficient amount of remaining mileage before refueling is required, refuel as soon as possible if the fuel gauge needle nears E or the low fuel warning light illuminates.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page244 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (244,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment CANADA Lighter The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position. Press the lighter in and release it. When ready for use, it automatically pops out. To clear the data being displayed, press the INFO switch for more than 1 second. After pressing the INFO switch, —— km/h (—— mile/h) will be displayed for about 1 minute before the vehicle speed is recalculated and displayed.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page245 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (245,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Ashtray CAUTION Do not use the ashtray for trash. You might start a fire. To use, open the cover. To remove, open the cover and pull up the ashtray. Cup Holder WARNING Never use a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving: Using a cup holder to hold hot liquids while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. If the contents spill, you could be scalded.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page246 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (246,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment qFront To use, open the cover. Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of the front doors. Bottle holder qRear The rear cup holder is on the rear center armrest. CAUTION Do not use the bottle holders for containers without caps. The contents may spill when the door is opened or closed. 6-62 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page247 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (247,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Storage Compartments qCenter Console To open, pull the lower release latch. WARNING Keep storage boxes closed when driving: Driving with the storage boxes open is dangerous. To reduce the possibility of injury in an accident or a sudden stop, keep the storage boxes closed when driving. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses in the storage boxes while parked under the sun.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page248 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (248,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Use the loops in the luggage compartment to secure cargo with a rope or net. The tensile strength of the loops is 196 N (20 kgf, 44 lbf). Do not apply excessive force to the loops as it will damage them. Without flexible floor board To use the cargo sub-compartment, remove or lift the trunk board.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page249 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (249,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 2. Insert the trunk board loops into the trunk board slits. NOTE The trunk board loops can be used in the same way as the cargo securing loops. The tensile strength of the loops is 147 N (15 kgf, 33 lbf). Do not apply excessive force to the trunk board loops as it will damage them (page 6-63).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page250 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (250,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment CAUTION l Do not place heavy objects on the trunk board or apply excessive force as they could damage the trunk board. The permissible weight is about 5 kg (11 lb). l Do not use the rear trunk board to separate the luggage compartment horizontally. The rear trunk board cannot be locked to the trunk board loops and it could move and cause injury while the vehicle is moving. 1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page251 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (251,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment Accessory Sockets í The ignition switch must be in the ACC or ON position to prevent the battery from discharging. Only use genuine Mazda accessories or the equivalent requiring no greater than 120 W (DC 12 V, 7 A). NOTE To prevent discharging the battery, don't use the socket for long periods with the engine off or idling. When placing an electrical device (e.g.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page252 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (252,1) Interior Comfort Interior Equipment 6. Make sure the connection plug cord is running through the cap slot; reinstall the cap and turn it clockwise (about 45° to the opened position). Connection plug cord 4. Open the tray by pulling the lower release catch. 5. Pass the connection plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket. Plug 6-68 Form No.8V66-EA-06F 7.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page253 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM 7 Black plate (253,1) In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency .......................................................... 7-2 Flat Tire ......................................................................................... 7-3 Spare Tire and Tool Storage .....................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page254 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM In Case of an Emergency Parking in an Emergency Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should always be used when you stop on or near a roadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn other drivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazard and that they must take extreme caution when near it. Depress the hazard warning flasher and all the turn signals will flash.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page255 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (255,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. 4 Door Spare tire Jack Tiedown eyelet Lug wrench Jack handle 7-3 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page256 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (256,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5 Door (Type A) Lug wrench Tiedown eyelet Jack Jack handle (Type B) Spare tire Lug wrench Tiedown eyelet Jack Jack handle 7-4 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page257 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (257,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qJack WARNING To remove the jack 1. Turn the knob and remove the cover. Do not install the temporary spare tire on the front wheels (driving wheels) when driving on ice or snow: Driving with a spare tire on the front (driving) wheels on ice or snow is dangerous. Handling will be affected. You could lose control of the vehicle and have an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page258 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (258,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire CAUTION l 2. Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench. (With limited slip differential) When using the temporary spare tire on the front axle, replace it with a standard tire as soon as possible. The size difference between the spare and the standard tire will cause the limited slip differential to malfunction.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page259 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (259,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it could indicate a flat tire. l Steering becomes difficult. l The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. l The vehicle pulls in one direction. If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to a level spot that is well off the road and out of the way of traffic to change the tire.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page260 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (260,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 6. Block the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. When blocking a wheel, place a tire block both in front and behind the tire. NOTE Force the end of the lug wrench firmly between wheel and cover, or removal will be difficult. CAUTION There is a valve-stem mark inside the wheel cover. When installing the wheel cover, align this mark with the tire's valve stem.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page261 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (261,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire being changed. 4. Insert the jack handle into the jack. 5. Turn the jack handle clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so that the spare tire can be installed. Before removing the lug nuts, make sure your Mazda is firmly in position and that it cannot slip or move.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page262 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (262,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire qLocking Lug Nuts í To install the nut If your vehicle has optional antitheft wheel lug nuts, one on each wheel will lock the tires and you must use a special key to unlock them. This key is attached to the lug wrench and is stored with the spare tire. Register them with the lock manufacturer by filling out the card provided in the glove box and mailing it in the accompanying envelope.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page263 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (263,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 3. Install the lug nuts with the beveled edge inward; tighten them by hand. WARNING Do not apply oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts and do not tighten the lug nuts beyond the recommended tightening torque: Applying oil or grease to lug nuts and bolts is dangerous. The lug nuts could loosen while driving and cause the tire to come off, resulting in an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page264 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (264,1) In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 5. Store the damaged tire, using the tire hold-down bolt to hold it in place. NOTE To prevent the jack and tool from rattling, store them properly. Tire clamp Tire hold-down bolt 6. Check the inflation pressure. Refer to the specification charts on page 10-8. 7. Have the flat tire repaired or replaced as soon as possible.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page265 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (265,1) In Case of an Emergency Overheating Overheating If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING If the temperature gauge indicates overheating: 1. Drive safely to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way. 2. Put a vehicle with an automatic transaxle in park (P), a manual transaxle in neutral. 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page266 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM In Case of an Emergency Overheating If you find a leak or other damage, or if coolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Except L3 turbocharger engine L3 turbocharger engine If you find no problems, the engine is cool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page 8-20). CAUTION If the engine continues to overheat or frequently overheats, have the cooling system inspected.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page267 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (267,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may be flooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. Depress the accelerator all the way and hold it there. 2. Turn the ignition switch to the START position and hold it there―for up to 10 seconds.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page268 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (268,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If you feel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent service technician do the work.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page269 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (269,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting WARNING Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page270 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (270,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Connect cables in numerical order and disconnect in reverse order. Discharged battery Jumper cables Booster battery 1. Remove the battery cover from its front side. Battery cover 2. Make sure the booster battery is 12 V and that its negative terminal is grounded. 3. If the booster battery is in another vehicle, don't allow both vehicles to touch.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page271 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (271,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Starting Push-Starting NOTE Verify that the covers are securely installed. Do not push-start your Mazda. WARNING Never tow a vehicle to start it: Towing a vehicle to start it is dangerous. The vehicle being towed could surge forward when its engine starts, causing the two vehicles to collide. The occupants could be injured.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page272 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (272,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing Towing Description We recommend that towing be done only by an Authorized Mazda Dealer or a commercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. Government and local laws must be followed. CAUTION Don't tow the vehicle pointed backward with driving wheels on the ground. This may cause internal damage to the transaxle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page273 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (273,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing CAUTION Do not use the hooks under the rear bumper for towing and tying down, as they cannot hold the load and it will damage the bumper. Tiedown Hook CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hook under the rear for towing. It is designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. Using it for towing will damage the bumper. qTiedown Hook-Front 1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page274 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (274,1) In Case of an Emergency Emergency Towing 3. Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the lug wrench. Recreational Towing An example of “recreational towing” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome. The transaxle is not designed for towing this vehicle on all 4 wheels. When doing recreational towing refer to “Towing Description” (page 7-20) and “Tiedown Hook” (page 7-21) and carefully follow the instructions.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page275 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM 8 Black plate (275,1) Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenance ................................................................ 8-3 Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) .......
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page276 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (276,1) Maintenance and Care Introduction Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you're unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliable and qualified service shop perform the work, preferably an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page277 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (277,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2 (Canada and Puerto Rico residents follow Schedule 2).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page278 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (278,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page279 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (279,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 Maintenance Interval ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed) Cabin air filter Replace every 40,000 km (25,000 miles) or 2 years Chart symbols: I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page280 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (280,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 48 96 60 ENGINE Audible inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles), if noisy, adjust Engine valve clearance Drive belts (tension) Engine oil Puerto Rico Others
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page281 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (281,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 48 96 60 CHASSIS and BODY Brake lines, hoses and connections Brake and clutch fluid level I I I I I I I I I I I Disc brakes I Tire (Rotation) Tire inflation pr
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page282 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (282,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Scheduled Maintenance (Mexico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditions apply. If any do apply, follow Schedule 2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page283 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (283,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 1 Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 Maintenance Interval ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust Drive belts (tension) I Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM R R R R R R Cooling system Engine coolant I
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page284 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (284,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 54 60 66 72 ×1000 km 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed) Maintenance Interval Cabin air filter R R R Chart symbols: I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page285 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (285,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance qSchedule 2 Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 ×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 Maintenance Interval ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audible inspect every 120,000 km, if noisy, adjust Drive belts (tension) I Engine oil Engine oil filter COOLING SYSTEM R R R R R R R R R R R R R R Cooling system Engine cool
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page286 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (286,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 3 6 9 12 15 18 21 24 27 30 33 ×1000 km 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed) 36 60 Cabin air filter R Maintenance Interval R R Chart symbols: I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page287 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (287,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance (Cont.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page288 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (288,1) Maintenance and Care Scheduled Maintenance Number of months or kilometers, whichever comes first Months 39 42 45 48 51 54 57 60 63 66 69 72 ×1000 km 65 70 75 80 85 90 95 100 105 110 115 120 AIR CONDITIONER SYSTEM (if installed) Maintenance Interval Cabin air filter R R R Chart symbols: I: Inspect and repair, clean, adjust, or replace if necessary.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page289 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (289,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at the indicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified service technician as soon as possible.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page290 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (290,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions only for items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by a qualified service technician with special tools. Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty coverage.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page291 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (291,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Compartment Overview Without turbocharger Engine coolant Engine oil-filler cap reservoir Main fuse Battery Fuse block Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (Only for automatic transaxle) Power steering fluid reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir With turbocharger Engine coolant reservoir Power steering fluid reserv
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page292 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (292,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. qRecommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container labels provide important information. A chief contribution this type of oil makes to fuel economy is reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page293 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (293,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance The quality designation SM, or ILSAC must be on the label. –30 –20 –10 –20 0 20 10 0 40 30 20 60 40 With turbocharger 50 Max 80 100 120 OK Min 5W-20 qInspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn it off and wait at least 5 minutes for the oil to return to the oil pan. 4.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page294 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (294,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Engine Coolant qInspecting Coolant Level WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running, parts of the engine compartment can become very hot. You could be burned. Carefully inspect the engine coolant in the coolant reservoir, but do not open it.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page295 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (295,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION With turbocharger If it's at or near MIN or L, add enough coolant to the coolant reservoir to provide freezing and corrosion protection and to bring the level to MAX or F. l Radiator coolant will damage paint. Rinse it off quickly if spilled. l Use only soft (demineralized) water in the coolant mixture.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page296 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (296,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE If the “FL22” mark is shown on or near the cooling system cap, use FL22 type engine coolant. If engine coolant other than FL22 type is used, the engine coolant must be replaced earlier than the specified replacement interval indicated in the scheduled maintenance (page 8-3).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page297 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (297,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qAdding Brake/Clutch Fluid WARNING Spilled Brake Fluid: Spilled brake fluid is dangerous. If it gets in your eyes, they could be seriously injured. If this happens, immediately flush your eyes with water and get medical attention. Brake fluid spilled on a hot engine could cause a fire. Be careful not to spill brake fluid on yourself or on the engine.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page298 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (298,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance With turbocharger Automatic Transaxle Fluid (ATF) í qInspecting Automatic Transaxle Fluid Level The automatic transaxle fluid level should be inspected regularly. Measure it as described below. 5AT The level must be kept between MIN and MAX. CAUTION l Always check the automatic transaxle fluid level according to the following procedure.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page299 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (299,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION Do not shift the shift lever while the engine is warming up. If the ATF level is extremely low, the automatic transaxle could be damaged. 9. Shift the shift lever to the park position (P), check the ATF level while the engine is idling, and make sure that the ATF level is within the proper level. If the ATF level is not within the proper level, add ATF.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page300 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (300,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Move the shift lever through all ranges, then set it at P. WARNING Sudden Vehicle Movement: Shifting the shift lever without first depressing the brake pedal is dangerous. The vehicle could move suddenly and cause an accident. Make sure the brake pedal is applied before shifting the shift lever.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page301 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (301,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Washer Fluid Inspect fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir; add fluid if necessary. qInspecting Washer Fluid Level WARNING Use only windshield washer fluid or plain water in the reservoir: Using radiator antifreeze as washer fluid is dangerous. If sprayed on the windshield, it will dirty the windshield, affect your visibility, and could result in an accident.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page302 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (302,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Body Lubrication All moving points of the body, such as door and hood hinges and locks, should be lubricated each time the engine oil is changed. Use a nonfreezing lubricant on locks during cold weather. Make sure the hood's secondary latch keeps the hood from opening when the primary latch is released.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page303 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (303,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance If the blades are not wiping properly, clean the window and blades with a good cleaner or mild detergent; then rinse thoroughly with clean water. Repeat if necessary. 2. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it out of blade holder. qReplacing Windshield Wiper Blades When the wipers no longer clean well, the blades are probably worn or cracked. Replace them.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page304 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (304,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION l Don't bend or discard the stiffener. You need to use them again. l If the metal stiffeners are switched, the blade's wiping efficiency could be reduced. So don't use the driver's side metal stiffener on the passenger's side, or vice versa. l CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arm and other components, don't try to sweep the wiper arm by hand. 1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page305 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (305,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Remove the metal stiffener from each blade rubber and install them in the new blade. CAUTION Don't bend or discard the stiffener. You need to use them again. 4. Carefully insert the new blade rubber. Then install the blade assembly in the reverse order of removal. 8-31 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page306 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (306,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Battery WARNING Battery-Related Lead Materials: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page307 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (307,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Keep Flames Away: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page308 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (308,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance l NOTE Remove the battery cover before performing battery maintenance. If the vehicle will not be used for an extended time, disconnect the battery cables. qInspecting Electrolyte Level A low level of electrolyte fluid will cause the battery to discharge quickly. Battery cover Upper level qBattery Maintenance Lower level Inspect the electrolyte level at least once a week.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page309 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (309,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Tires For reasons of proper performance, safety, and better fuel economy, always maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the recommended load limits and weight distribution. WARNING Using Different Tire Types: Driving your vehicle with different types of tires is dangerous. It could cause poor handling and poor braking; leading to loss of control.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page310 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (310,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE l Always check tire pressure when tires are cold. l Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. l l Underinflation can cause reduced fuel economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear, and poor sealing of the tire bead, which will deform the wheel and cause separation of tire from rim.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page311 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (311,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. NOTE (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) l l When tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls are used, the system may not function correctly even with a genuine wheel.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page312 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (312,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance CAUTION l Don't use your temporary spare tire rim with a snow tire or a conventional tire. Neither will properly fit and could damage both tire and rim. l The temporary spare tire has a tread life of less than 5,000 km (3,000 miles). The tread life may be shorter depending on driving conditions.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page313 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (313,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced. Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5-29. When replacing a wheel, make sure the new one is the same as the original factory wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset. Proper tire balancing provides the best riding comfort and helps reduce tread wear.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page314 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (314,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Light Bulbs 4 Door Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Headlights (Low beam) Headlights (High beam) License plate light High-mount brake light Trunk light Overhead light (Rear) Fog lights Front turn signal lights/Side-marker lights Side turn signal lights 5 Door Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Headlights (Low beam) Headlights (High beam) Fog lights Front turn signal lights/Sidema
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page315 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (315,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs yourself: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs yourself is dangerous. Because the xenon fusion bulbs require high voltage, you could receive an electric shock if the bulbs are handled incorrectly. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer when the replacement is necessary. Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb breaks, it is dangerous.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page316 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (316,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Do the following procedure when replacing the left headlight bulb. Remove the clip, grasp the attached area of the slide mount and lift it upward, and then slide the slide mount to a position where it does not interfere with the frame. Clip 4. Remove the strap and raise the air filter. Strap 5. Find the high and low beam bulbs in the rear of the headlight unit.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page317 Friday, May 26 2006 10:55 AM Black plate (317,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. 3. Unhook the bulb retaining spring. NOTE l To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page318 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (318,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Replacing a fog light bulb í 1. Turn the screw counterclockwise and remove it and partially peel back the mudguard. NOTE l To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. l If the halogen bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page319 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (319,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance NOTE Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit. 2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and partially open the trunk side trim. Brake lights/Taillights (4 Door) With LED bulb Removal Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page320 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (320,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Brake lights/Taillights (5 Door) 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. With LED bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE LED bulb replacement is not possible. The rear combination component must be replaced. With Non-LED bulb 1. Remove the cover. Left side 4.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page321 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (321,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and partially open the trunk side trim. Rear turn signal lights (5 Door) 1. Remove the cover. Left side Removal Installation 3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. Right side 4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page322 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (322,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. NOTE NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Reverse lights 5 Door 4 Door 1. Remove the cover. 1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page323 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (323,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance High-mount brake light 5 Door 4 Door With LED bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 1. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and the trunk rear trim. Removal With Non-LED bulb 1. Remove the liftgate upper trim. Installation 2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page324 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (324,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. License plate lights 1. Wrap a flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the lens and remove the lens by carefully prying on the edge of the lens with a flathead screwdriver. Edge 2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it out. 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page325 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (325,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Luggage compartment light (5 Door) 1. Insert your finger as shown in the figure and remove the unit. Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system is protected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don't work, inspect the appropriate circuit protector. If a fuse has blown, the inside element will be melted.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page326 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (326,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 3. Turn the knobs counterclockwise and lower the fuse block. 6. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it's blown. Normal 4. Locate the position of the suspected fuse by using the chart inside the fuse block cover. 5. Pull the fuse straight out with the fuse puller provided on the inside of the engine compartment fuse block cover. Blown 7.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page327 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (327,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 2. Remove the fuse block cover. WARNING Do not replace the main fuse by yourself. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer perform the replacement: Replacing the fuse by yourself is dangerous because the MAIN fuse is a high current fuse. Incorrect replacement could cause an electrical shock or a short circuit resulting in a fire. 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page328 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (328,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance qFuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) 29 36 28 35 6 34 10 12 14 16 5 4 9 11 13 15 3 18 17 23 26 27 22 25 33 32 20 21 24 30 31 2 1 7 8 19 Without turbocharger 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 8-54 DESCRIPTION FAN P/ST BTN HEAD PTC GLOW ABS 1 ABS 2 ENGINE ― IG KEY 1 STARTER IG KEY 2 GLOW 1 HEATER GLOW 2 DEFOG FUSE RATING 40A 80A 40A 40
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page329 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (329,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING 18 AUDIO 30A 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 ABS IG FOG HORN DRL H/CLEAN F/PUMP P/ST IG A/C MAG ALT/TCM GLOW SIG P.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page330 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (330,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance With turbocharger 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 DESCRIPTION FAN ― BTN HEAD F/PUMP ― ABS 1 ABS 2 ENGINE INJECTOR IG KEY1 STATER IG KEY2 ― HEATER ― DEFOG FUSE RATING 70A ― 40A 40A 30A ― 30A 20A 30A 30A 30A 20A 30A ― 40A ― 40A 18 AUDIO 30A 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 ABS IG FOG HORN DRL H/CLEAN ETC ― A/C MAG ― ― P.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page331 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (331,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance Fuse block (Passenger's side) 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 515253 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 7475 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 DESCRIPTION D/LOCK 2 STOP LAMP/HORN HEAD HIGH L HEAD HIGH R ― ― CIGAR RADIO MIRROR FUSE RATING 15A 10A 10A 10A ― ― 15A 7.5A 10A 46 TAIL R 7.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page332 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (332,1) Maintenance and Care Owner Maintenance 56 57 58 59 60 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 68 69 70 71 72 73 74 75 76 77 78 79 80 81 82 83 84 85 86 8-58 DESCRIPTION P/WIND L ALARM M/DEF ― HEAD LOW R HEAD LOW L ― ― ― SAS METER IGNITION WIPER ENGINE IG SIG SAS 2 ― ― SEAT WARM D/LOCK 1 A/C P/WIND L P/WIND R BACK SUN ROOF TAIL L ILLUMI ― ― ― ― FUSE RATING ― ― 7.5A ― 15A 15A ― ― ― 10A 10A 20A 20A 20A 10A 7.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page333 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (333,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care How to Minimize Environmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda represents the latest technical developments in composition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, can harm the paint's protective properties, if proper care is not taken. Here are some examples of possible damage, with tips on how to prevent them.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page334 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (334,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qWater Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water can contain harmful minerals such as salt and lime. If moisture containing these minerals settles on the vehicle and evaporates, the minerals will concentrate and harden to form white rings. The rings can damage your vehicle's finish.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page335 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (335,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish. Read all warnings and cautions. qMaintaining the Finish Washing Scratches occur on the paint surface when: l The vehicle is washed without first rinsing off dirt and other foreign matter. l The vehicle is washed with a rough, dry, or dirty cloth.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page336 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (336,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care CAUTION l Don't use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents containing highly alkaline or caustic agents on chrome-plated or anodized aluminum parts. This may damage the protective coating; also, cleaners and detergents may discolor or deteriorate the paint.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page337 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (337,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qRepairing Damage to the Finish qUnderbody Maintenance Deep scratches or chips on the finish should be repaired promptly. Exposed metal quickly rusts and can lead to major repairs. Road chemicals and salt used for ice and snow removal and solvents used for dust control may collect on the underbody.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page338 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (338,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care qAluminum Wheel Maintenance A protective coating is provided over the aluminum wheels. Special care is needed to protect this coating. NOTE l l Don't use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner, polishing compound, or solvent on aluminum wheels. They may damage the coating. Only use a mild soap or neutral detergent and always use a sponge or soft cloth to clean the wheels.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page339 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (339,1) Maintenance and Care Appearance Care To keep the fabric looking clean and fresh, take care of it. Otherwise its color will be affected, it can be stained easily, and its fire-resistance may be reduced. CAUTION Use only recommended cleaners and procedures. Others may affect appearance and fire-resistance.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page340 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM 8-66 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page341 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM 9 Black plate (341,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ............................... Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) .... Customer Assistance (Mexico) ........... 9-2 9-2 9-4 9-7 9-8 Mazda Importer/Distributors ...............
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page342 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (342,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page343 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (343,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance By letter at: Attn: Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following information: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number 2. Year and model of vehicle 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page344 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (344,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Canada) qSatisfaction Review Process Your complete and permanent satisfaction is of primary concern to Mazda. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have both the knowledge and tools to keep your Mazda in top condition.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page345 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (345,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Please recognize that the resolution of service problems in most cases requires the use of your Mazda dealer's service facilities, personnel and equipment. We urge you to follow the above three steps in sequence for most effective results.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page346 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (346,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page347 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (347,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. That is why all Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page348 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (348,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance Customer Assistance (Mexico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page349 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (349,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Customer Assistance By letter at: Attn: Customer Assistance Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the following information: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number 2. Year and model of vehicle 3.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page350 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (350,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Importer/Distributor Distributor in Each Area qU.S.A. qCANADA Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center Drive Irvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A. P.O. Box 19734 Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A. TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.) (949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Mazda Canada Inc.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page351 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (351,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Mazda Importer/Distributors Triple J Saipan, Inc. (d.b.a. Triple J Motors) P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487 TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051 qAMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors, Inc. P.O. Box 1120, Pago Pago, American Samoa 96799 TEL: (684) 699-9347 9-11 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page352 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Warranties for Your Mazda l New Vehicle Limited Warranty l Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty l Anti-perforation Limited Warranty l Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) l l Emission Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty l California Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page353 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (353,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countries.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page354 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (354,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicle to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page355 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (355,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United States and Canada) Government regulations in your country could require that automobiles meet specific emission and safety standards. Vehicles built for your country may differ from those built for other countries.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page356 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (356,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Warranty Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores. These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your vehicle's performance or safety systems; the Mazda warranty doesn't cover this.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page357 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (357,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Cell Phones Cell Phones Warning WARNING Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver's hands.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page358 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Type Approval of Equipment Immobilizer system 9-18 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page359 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (359,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Type Approval of Equipment Keyless entry system 9-19 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page360 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (360,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and temperature performance.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page361 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (361,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) WARNING The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page362 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (362,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers 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 tire identification number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page363 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (363,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 11. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades 12. Max. permissible inflation pressure 13. SAFETY WARNING P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from the example.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page364 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (364,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) H “H” is the speed rating. The speed rating denotes the maximum speed for which the use of the tire is rated. Letter Rating Q R S T U H V W Y Speed Rating 99 mph 106 mph 112 mph 118 mph 124 mph 130 mph 149 mph 168* mph 186* mph * For tires with a maximum speed capability over 149 mph, tire manufacturers sometimes use the letters ZR.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page365 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (365,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tread Wear, Traction and Temperature Grades Tread wear: The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page366 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (366,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) qInformation on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Temporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index&speed symbol T115/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size and load index rating.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page367 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (367,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) 70 “70” is the aspect ratio. This two-digit number indicates the tire's ratio of height to width. D “D” is the tire construction symbol. D indicates “diagonal ply construction”. 16 “16” is the wheel rim diameter in inches. 90 “90” is the Load Index. This two-or three-digit number indicates how much weight each tire can support.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page368 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (368,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page369 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (369,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Tire Under-Inflation: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous. Under-inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may result in severe cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page370 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (370,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Warm tires normally exceed recommended pressures. Don't release air from warm tires to adjust the pressure. Under-inflation can cause serious failures and accidents. Over-inflation can produce a harsh ride and the greater possibility of damage from road hazards.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page371 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (371,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here are some important maintenance points: qTire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, and minimum tire wear.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page372 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (372,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread pattern or studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will be weakened if rotated from side to side.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page373 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (373,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) NOTE Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used on the road. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced when they are 6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loading conditions can accelerate the aging process.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page374 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (374,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not taw a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed to tow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicle damage.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page375 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (375,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page376 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (376,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page377 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (377,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page378 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (378,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous and could result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling, performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, or loss of control.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page379 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (379,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) GCW GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without risking damage.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page380 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (380,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) WARNING Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications: Exceeding the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label is dangerous. Exceeding any vehicle rating limitation could result in a serious accident, injury, or damage to the vehicle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page381 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (381,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Tire Information (U.S.A.) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit: (1) Locate the statement “The combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combination weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page382 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (382,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda Motor Corporation (Your Mazda Importer/Distributor).
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page383 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (383,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects Reporting Safety Defects (Canada) Canadian customers who wish to report a safety-related defect to Transport Canada, Defect Investigations and Recalls, may telephone the toll free hotline 1-800-333-0510, or contact Transport Canada by mail at: Transport Canada, ASFAD, Place de Ville Tower C, 330 Sparks Street, Ottawa ON K1A 0N5.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page384 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (384,1) Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects Service Publications Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish 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 order it for you.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page385 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM 10 Black plate (385,1) Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ............................................................................... 10-4 Specifications ........................................................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page386 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (386,1) Identification Numbers Vehicle Information Labels qChassis Number qVehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legally identifies your vehicle. The number is on a plate attached to the cowl panel located on the left corner of the dashboard. This plate can easily be seen through the windshield.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page387 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (387,1) Identification Numbers With turbocharger With turbocharger Forward qTire Pressure Label qEngine Number Without turbocharger Forward 10-3 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page388 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (388,1) Specifications Specifications qEngine Specification Without turbocharger With turbocharger 2.0-liter engine 2.3-liter engine DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder 87.5 × 83.1 mm 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) (3.44 × 3.27 in) 1,999 ml 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 137.9 cu in) (1,999 cc, 122.0 cu in) 10.0 9.7 9.5 Item Type Bore×Stroke Displacement Compression ratio qElectrical System Item Battery Without turbocharger 2.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page389 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (389,1) Specifications qLubricant Quality Lubricant Classification Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-18. API Service GL-4 or GL-5 Any temperature SAE 75W-90 Without turbocharger API Service GL-4 or GL-5 Above 10°C Manual transaxle oil SAE 80W-90 API Service GL-4 With turbocharger SAE 75W-90 Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page390 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (390,1) Specifications qDimensions Item STANDARD TYPE Without SPORTY TYPE Overall length turbocharger With turbocharger Without side molding Without With side molding Overall width turbocharger With turbocharger Overall height Without turbocharger Front tread With turbocharger Without turbocharger Rear tread With turbocharger Wheelbase Model 4 Door 5 Door 4,505 mm (177.4 in) ― 4,510 mm (177.6 in) 4,490 mm (176.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page391 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (391,1) Specifications With turbocharger Item GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) Front Rear Weight 1,866 kg (4,114 lbs) 1,055 kg (2,326 lbs) 811 kg (1,788 lbs) qAir Conditioner Gas complies with SAE J639 HFC134a (R-134a) Maximum operating charge 0.5 kg (1.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page392 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (392,1) Specifications Fog lights Type A Type B Interior light Category Light bulb Wattage Trunk light (4 Door) Luggage compartment light (5 Door) Overhead light/Map lights (Front) í Overhead light (Rear) 5 10 ECE R W5W ― W5W ― qTires NOTE The tires have been optimally matched with the chassis of your vehicle.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page393 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (393,1) Specifications Temporary spare tire Tire size T115/70D15 90M T125/70D16 96M T125/70D17 98M Inflation pressure 420 kPa (60 psi) qFuses Refer to the fuse rating on page 8-51. 10-9 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page394 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM 10-10 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page395 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM 11 Black plate (395,1) Index 11-1 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page396 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (396,1) Index A B Accessory Socket .............................. 6-67 Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ....................................... 9-16 Air Bag Systems ............................... 2-41 Ambient Temperature Display .......... 6-56 Antenna ............................................. 6-16 Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ......... 5-6 Warning light ............................... 5-7 Appearance Care .........
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page397 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (397,1) Index C E Customer Assistance ........................... 9-2 Engine Coolant ....................................... 8-20 Exhaust gas .................................. 4-5 Hood release .............................. 3-22 Oil .............................................. 8-18 Overheating ................................ 7-13 Starting ......................................... 5-3 Engine Compartment Overview ........
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page398 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (398,1) Index G I Glove Box ......................................... 6-63 Inside Trunk Release Lever ............... 3-17 Instrument Cluster ............................. 5-32 Instrument Cluster Dimmer Select Button ............................................... 5-36 Interior Care ...................................... 8-64 Interior Lights ................................... 6-52 H Hazard Warning Flasher ...................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page399 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (399,1) Index M R Manual Transaxle Operation ............... 5-9 Recommendations for shifting.... 5-10 Map Lights ........................................ 6-53 Mirrors Outside mirrors .......................... 3-31 Rearview mirror ......................... 3-32 Money-Saving Suggestions ................ 4-7 Moonroof .......................................... 3-24 Recreational Towing .........................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page400 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (400,1) Index S T Storage Compartments ...................... 6-63 Cargo securing loops .................. 6-63 Cargo sub-compartment ............. 6-64 Center console ............................ 6-63 Flexible Floor Board .................. 6-64 Glove box ................................... 6-63 Sunshade ........................................... 3-25 Sunvisors ..........................................
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page401 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM Black plate (401,1) Index W Weights ............................................. 10-6 Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-38 Windows Power windows .......................... 3-19 Windshield Washer ........................... 5-58 Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-56 Blades replacement .................... 8-28 Winter Driving .................................... 4-9 11-7 Form No.
Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page402 Friday, May 26 2006 10:56 AM 11-8 Form No.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 1 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM NAVIGATION SYSTEM Preparation See page 4 for specific information. Immediate use See page 4 for specific information. Before Use Getting started Routing Advanced use See page 5 for specific information. Address Book Navigation Set Up If necessary See page 5 for specific information.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 2 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Accessories Please contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer if you are missing the following accessory. Before Use lMap Disc Navigation RDM-TMC If Rear View Set Up necessary Monitor CAUTION: THIS PRODUCT IS A CLASS I LASER PRODUCT. HOWEVER THIS PRODUCT USES A VISIBLE/ INVISIBLE LASER BEAM WHICH COULD CAUSE HAZARDOUS RADIATION EXPOSURE IF DIRECTED. BE SURE TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY AS INSTRUCTED.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 4 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Contents Preparation n Before Use Before Use Accessories........................................................................................ 2 Laser products: .................................................................................. 2 Contents ............................................................................................. 4 Safety Information .............................................................................
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 5 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Advanced use Before Use n Address Book l Address Book ................................................................................
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 6 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Safety Information n Read this owner’s manual for your Navigation System carefully before using the system. It contains instructions about how to use the system in a safe and effective manner. Mazda assumes no responsibility for any problems resulting from failure to observe the instructions given in this manual.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 7 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Cautions n Do not use the product where it is exposed to water, moisture, or dust. Exposure to water, moisture, or dust may lead to smoke, fire, or other damage to the unit. Make especially sure that the unit does not get wet in car washes or on rainy days. n Keep the voice guidance volume at an appropriate level. Keep the volume level low enough to be aware of road and traffic conditions while driving.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 8 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Introduction Use This Product Safety n Extremely low or high temperatures may interfere with normal operation Before Use The inside of the vehicle can become very hot or cold when it is parked for extended periods in direct sunlight or in cold places with the engine turned off. The navigation system may not operate normally under such circumstances. Turn off the navigation system until the inside of the vehicle has cooled down or warmed up.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 10 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Names and Functions Joystick Before Use ENTER RET lSelects items by tilting it up, down, right, and left. lScrolls map. P POS RET key Returns to the previous screen. E ENTER Navigation RDM-TMC If Rear View Set Up necessary Monitor 10 VOICE l l M VOICE key lInitiates vocal guidance for route maneuvers. lAdjusts screen quality.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 11 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Displays your current position. Before Use POS (Position) key POS ENTER key ENTER lExecutes a selected item. lDisplays pop up menu. MENU key MENU Displays menu. ( page 15) ZOOM key ZOOM Changes the map scale. page 16) DIM key DIM Switches the display to day mode or night mode. ( page 15) If Rear View necessary Monitor ( Switching the Display Mode When the headlight switch is in the or position, the display switches to night mode.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 12 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Routing Activation Insert the map disc into the unit to start the Mobile Navigation System. Address Book n Map Disc Cautions l Refer to “Handling and Care of Map Discs” to know how to handle a map disc ( page 56). Note Getting started lThe map disc cannot be inserted or ejected while the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 13 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM 3 Read CAUTION carefully, and select and press Caution ENTER . Most functions are inhibited while the vehicle is in motion. Please read the handbook for operation instructions. Always obey traffic regulations. Getting started lThe Current Position screen appears. Note lYou can select the language by select and press ENTER . You can also change the selected language using Language Selection.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 14 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Routing Screen Names and Functions Address Book Screens Before Setting Route (1) (2) (3) (4) ENTER ENTER Getting started Current position screen RET RET Returns after a few seconds. (6) (5) (8) (7) (1) Map Orientation control ( page 16) (2) GPS (Global Positioning System) marker ( page 50) (3) Clock Clock will be displayed when you set up Clock on Navigation Set Up On.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 15 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Menu Menu appears when pressing MENU . page 18) Screen adjustments and settings Display Menu screen will be shown when you press VOICE (DISP) and hold. Getting started Destination Entry and Route Search ( Address Book ( page 34) Cancel Guidance ( page 29) Route Options ( page 30) Volume ( page 38) Navigation Set Up ( page 40) Note Display Menu screen will be disappeared when they have been unused during a few seconds.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 16 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Routing Screen change Changing the Map Orientation/Scale Address Book n Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Warning Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 18 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Destination Entry and Route Search lYou can set the destination using various methods provided by the system.
Warnings Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident. Always stop the vehicle in a safe location before operating the system.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 20 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Destination Entry and Route Search Before Use Open the [DESTINATION ENTRY] Menu Select When entering the destination point directly Getting started Select When narrowing down to city name : Cancel the city selection. Select Routing : Displays list of 5 city names nearest the current position. : Displays the city name input screen.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 21 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Enter the POI name and select Before Use When entering he destination point directly Select the POI from the list When narrowing own to city ame Getting started elect : Cancel the city selection. elect Select the city name from the list : Displays the city name input screen.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 22 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Destination Entry and Route Search Before Use Select Getting started When stopped Select the so Displays the police station select screen. : Sorts the the hospital by D : Sorts the the hospital by n Displays the hospital select screen. Emergency When driving Routing Sets the destination to the nearest police station automatically. Sets the destination to the nearest hospital automatically.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 23 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Select the name from the list Select Getting started : Sorts the police station or the hospital by Distance. : Sorts the police station or the hospital by name.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 25 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Before Use Getting started Select the desired Memory Point : Display up to five previous suggestions. : Display the five previous suggestions. : The order of the displayed list can be changed. Routing Select the desired Preset Destination. Select the Previous Destination.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 26 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Quick POI Before Use lYou can select one of the Six Categories on the menu or List Categories and then select the POI(s) to be displayed on the map. Before Steps ENTER ENTER Getting started Open the [QUICK POI] Routing Displaying POI(s) on a Map Select Select the categories to be displayed up to a maximum of five. l POI icon chart ( page 29) For categories other than the six displayed, select and select them from the list shown.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 27 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Character Entry Select your target in the list. Before Use Select the first several characters on the screen. (Step 1) Getting started Select Select Select Names of which spelling starts with the entered character appear. l If a desired name is not in the list, go back to Step 1, and try fewer characters. Select To enter the street name, city name, and other. : : : Display up to five previous suggestions.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 28 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Direct Destination Input Before Use 1 ENTER Getting started Position the cursor on your destination on the map Scroll the map and change the map scale if necessary. Routing 2 Direct Destination Input ENTER ENTER 3 Select 4 Select Select . Route calculation will be carried out and the entire route will be displayed on the map. Select (Way point) to set the address as a way point on your route ( page 34).
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 30 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Route Options Before Use Before Steps Getting started Routing Route Preferences MENU ENTER Open the [ROUTE OPTIONS] Menu lDuring route guidance you can change the route options, stop or check the route. select Select Select or roads, major r and restricted The route will not the specified con Select Modification of Destination or Way Point Positions Select the button for the location to be modified. Select (Change Location).
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 31 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Warning n Do not keep your eyes fixed on the monitor screen or operate the system while driving Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving. Operating the system will distract the driver from looking ahead of the vehicle and may cause an accident.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 33 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Before Use Getting started Routing Use the buttons displayed on-screen to carry out a simulation run. : Move the start point. : Carry out a simulation run in the direction of the start point. When the Simulation starts the button will be displayed as , and when selected, it will cause the Simulation to advance quickly. : Stop the simulation run. : Carry out a simulation run in the direction of the destination.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 34 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Address Book Before Use Before Steps Getting started Memory Point Storage MENU ENTER lYou can, edit, or delete any marked point. select Routing Open the [ADDRESS BOOK] Set a mem point using preferred m Select a me point to be Select Address Book Memory Point Confirmation and Modification Preset Destinations or Home storage Select a m point to be in Preset Destinatio Home. Memory Point Deletion Select a m point to be deleted.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 35 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Before Use Getting started : Allows the storage category to be changed. Select the button corresponding to the new category. Select a memory point to be deleted. Address Book Select a memory point to be stored in Preset Destinations or Home. : Allows the display icon to be selected. Page 1 and 2 contain standard icons, whereas the With Sound page contains icons which also playback sounds.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 37 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Before Use : Changes the detour position : Reduces the size of the avoid area. : Increases the size of the avoid area. : Allows avoid area to be checked and modified on the map screen. After checking. Extends the detour range POS Address Book : Allows the name to be changed. When editing has been completed, select . Furthermore, select to display names on the map, or if these names are not to be displayed.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 38 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Volume Adjustment You can adjust the volume control for the voice guidance. Before Use Before Steps MENU ENTER ENTER Getting started Open the [VOLUME] screen Routing 1 Select the appropriate button to set the volume between (minimum) and (maximum). Address Book :Sound output will be muted. 2 Navigation Set Up 38 select Press the POS button to return to the current vehicle position screen.
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MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 40 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Before Use lYou can alter the map display conditions, the route guidance conditions and show the system information. Getting started Warning Routing n Stop your vehicle before the following operations. Do not change the settings and destination locations while driving. Minimize the time spent viewing the monitor screen and listening to the voice guidance while driving.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 41 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up ENTER select ENTER Before Steps ENTER Routing n Map Color Select a screen color from to options. n Map Mode Address Book Open the [USER SETTINGS] screen select Getting started ENTER Before Use MENU User Setting l Auto : The display will automatically switch between Day n Distance Select the distance unit from or .
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 42 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Before Use MENU ENTER User Setting select ENTER Before Steps Getting started ENTER Routing Address Book Open the [USER SETTINGS] screen select ENTER n Arrival Time The time which is displayed until reaching the destination or a way point can be set as an estimated arrival time or the remaining time. Select to display the estimated arrival time, or display the remaining time.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 43 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Quick POI Selection MENU ENTER ENTER select select ENTER ENTER Getting started Routing 1 2 Before Use This function allows you set the categories on the area displayed when the (Point of Interest) menu is selected on the map. Quick POI enables you store up to six different kinds of categories which you use most regularly. Address Book Open the [QUICK POI SELECTION] screen Select the button for Quick POI storage.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 44 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Calibration This function allows you to correct any error in the position or direction of your vehicle display. Before Use Before Steps MENU ENTER select Getting started Adjusting Current Position and Direction Routing ENTER select ENTER Open the [Calibrate Position] screen Address Book Move to the correct position and select ENTER .
ENTER ENTER select ENTER ENTER Open the [SET CLOCK] screen Select if you prefer 24-hour display; for 12-hour display. Note Minutes are adjusted by the GPS, however, it is necessary to adjust hours under the following conditions: lDriving across different time zones lDaylight saving time start and end Navigation Set Up Select to move the setting ahead by one hour, and similarly, select to move it back by one hour. How to exit . h you are urrent ENTER Address Book .
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 46 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Before Use This function replaces all the settings in the mobile navigation system with the initial default settings. MENU ENTER select ENTER Getting started Before Steps ENTER select ENTER Routing Open the [SYSTEM DEFAULTS] screen Address Book Select . Navigation Set Up If you execute Restore System Defaults, all of your stored setting data will be deleted.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 47 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Language You can change the language of the menu and the voice guidance. ENTER select ENTER select ENTER Address Book Select your preferred language from the list.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 48 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Navigation Set Up Before Use MENU ENTER Map Configuration select ENTER Before Steps Getting started ENTER Routing Address Book Open the [MAP CONFIGURATION] screen select ENTER n Map Screen Select single or dual map display. Dual map Single map n Turn Guidance Navigation Set Up Enlarged Junction Diagram Before a fork in the road, an enlarged diagram of the junction automatically appears in a second screen.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 49 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Precautions/System Performance Voice Guidance Routing Address Book Voice Recognition n Intersection Getting started Voice guidance has the following functions: Before Use Warnings l The navigation system is just a support system for the driver. The driver should always pay attention to the traffic situation to safely make decisions. You may be unable at times to arrive at your destination due to out-of-date information on a map disc.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 50 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM GPS Before Use Getting started GPS is a position detecting system utilizing the signals from GPS satellites deployed by the U.S. Department of Defense. The Mobile Navigation System uses input from three or more satellites and calculates the vehicle position based on the principle of triangulation. The positioning accuracy of the system corresponds to the error display of the GPS which is from about 30 to 200 meters.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 51 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Precautions/System Performance Positioning Accuracy Before Use In the following situations, your vehicle position may not be displayed correctly on the map. But, as you keep driving, your vehicle position will be automatically corrected utilizing map matching and GPS data.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 52 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Warning The navigation system is just a support system for the driver. The driver should always pay attention to the traffic situation to safely make decisions. You may be unable to arrive at your destination due to out-of-date information on a map disc. You should be especially careful when selecting an urgent destination such as a hospital or a police station.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 53 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Troubleshooting Verification First Note If necessary lCheck if the vehicle position changed when ACC was set to OFF. Voice Recognition lCheck if the voltage level of the vehicle battery is low. Recharge the battery or change batteries. Address Book Display does not open or close lCheck if a fuse has blown. Consult an Expert Dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 54 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Before Use Getting started Symptom Check point Routing lGPS signals may not be received because of obstructions. After moving the vehicle away from obstructions, the GPS signals can be received. The vehicle position is not displayed lCheck if the mode is set to the current position screen.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 55 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Troubleshooting Error message Address Book lThe disc is wet, dirty, scratched, or upside down, or the disc cannot be played with this unit or the incorrect disk is installed. Eject the disc and check it. Routing Voice Recognition The disc installed is not a MAP DVD. lThe disc is not installed. Check if the disk is installed. If installed, check if the installed disk is correct.
MAZDA3_NAVI_EA.book Page 56 Thursday, April 27, 2006 1:28 PM Maintenance Care of the Product Before Use Getting started Routing Address Book Voice Recognition If necessary 56 n Cleaning this product Use a dry, soft cloth to wipe it. n Cautions for cleaning Never use solvents such as benzene and thinners, they could mar the surface of the unit. n Map disc If you require the latest map disc, consult an Expert Dealer, we recommend an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
