width MAZDA MODEL MPV 2002 Owners Manual (in English)

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Essential Safety Equipment
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
Seat Belt Systems
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 outboard seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the
way when not in use.
The driver’s seat belt has no provisions for child-restraint systems and has only an
emergency locking mode. The driver may wear it comfortably, and it will lock during a
collision.
However, the front passenger’s seat and rear outboard lap/shoulder belt retractors operate in
two modes: emergency locking mode, and for child-restraint systems, automatic locking mode.
The third-row center seat positions have a lap belt with manual adjustment.
Seat Belt Precautions
Not Wearing Seat Belts:
Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants not
wearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrown
out of the vehicle. They could be seriously injured or even killed. In the same
collision, occupants wearing seat belts would be much safer. Always wear your seat
belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained.
Seat Belt Damaged During an Accident:
Using a damaged seat belt is dangerous. An accident could damage the belt webbing
of the seat belt in use. A damaged seat belt cannot provide adequate protection in a
collision. Have an Authorized Mazda Dealer inspect all seat belt systems in use during
an accident before they are used again.
Twisted Seat Belts:
Twisted seat belts are dangerous. In a collision, the full width of the belt isn’t available
to absorb the impact. This puts more force on the bones beneath the belt, which could
break them or cause other serious injury or death. Don’t wear twisted seat belts.
One Belt, One Passenger:
Using one seat belt for more than one person at a time is dangerous. A seat belt used
in this way can’t spread the impact forces properly and the two passengers could be
crushed together and seriously injured or even killed. Never use one belt for more
than one person at a time.
WARNING
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K

Replacing a Wheel
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. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.
Using a Wrong-Sized Wheel:
Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling
could be affected, leading to loss of
control and an accident. Always use
wheels of the correct size on your
vehicle.
A wrong-sized wheel may adversely
affect
•Tire fit
•Wheel and bearing life
•Ground clearance
•Snow-chain clearance
•Speedometer calibration
•Headlight aim
•Bumper height
WARNING
CAUTION
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Customer Information
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K
These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several
years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers.
The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicle may vary
with respect to grade.
ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND
TO ALL OTHER FEDERAL TIRE-SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
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.
WARNING
UTQGS MARK (example)
TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA
TEMPERATURE A
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Specifications
Form No. 8Q44-EA-01K

Capacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.

Dimensions
*With license plate holder

We i g h t s

Air Conditioner
ItemUnit
L US qt Imp qt
Engine oilWith oil filter replacement 5.2 5.5 4.6
Without oil filter replacement 4.7 5.0 4.1
CoolantWith rear heater 12.4 13.1 11.0
Without rear heater 10.6 11.2 9.3
Automatic transaxle fluid 9.7 10.3 8.5
Washer fluidWith 4-Seasons package 5.5 5.8 4.8
Without 4-Seasons package 2.2 2.3 1.9
Fuel tank 75 19.8 (US gal) 16.5 (Imp gal)
Item mm (in)
Overall lengthWithout GFX Package 4,769 (187.8), 4,794 (188.7)*
With GFX Package 4,786 (188.4), 4,810 (189.4)*
Overall width 1,830 (72.1)
Overall height 1,745 (68.7)
Front tread 1,540 (60.6)
Rear tread 1,545 (60.8)
Wheelbase 2,840 (111.8)
Item Weight
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 2,372 kg (5,229 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)Front 1,180 kg (2,601 lb)
Rear 1,214 kg (2,676 lb)
Refrigerant complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating charge
R-134aFront air-conditioner 0.65 kg (22.9 oz)
Front and rear air-conditioner 0.85 kg (30.0 oz)
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