low beam MAZDA MODEL 3 HATCHBACK 2005 Owner's Manual (in English)

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Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 5-35
Door-Ajar Warning Light 5-36
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light 5-36
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light 5-36
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light 5-37
Security Indicator Light 5-38
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light 5-38
Shift Position Indicator Light 5-39
Cruise Main Indicator Light 5-39
Cruise Set Indicator Light 5-39
Light-On Indicator Light 5-39
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light 5-40
Turn-Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights 5-40
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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CAUTION
lDo 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
lThe light sensor also works as a rain
sensor for the auto-wiper control.
When the wiper lever is in the
AUTO position and the ignition
switch is in the ON position, the
wipers may move automatically. Be
careful not to pinch hands or fingers
as it may cause injury, or damage the
wipers (page 5-47).
NOTE
lWhen the headlight switch is in the
AUTO position and the ignition
switch is turned to the ACC or
LOCK position, the headlights and
other exterior lights will turn off.
lThe timing for turning on the
headlights and other exterior lights
can be delayed by adjusting the
sensitivity of the light sensor.
Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer
regarding sensor adjustment.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbsí
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights
have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a
bright white beam over a wide area.
WARNING
Xenon Fusion Bulb Replacement:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs by
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Do not replace the xenon
fusion bulbs by yourself. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when the
replacement is necessary.
NOTE
If the headlights flash, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted
and a replacement is necessary. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
qLights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep sound
will be heard when the driver's door is
opened.
Driving Your Mazda
Switches and Controls
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qHeadlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beam.
Pull it back for low.
High beam
Low beam
qFlashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
toward you. The headlight switch need
not be on, and the lever will return to the
normal position when released.
qHeadlight Levelingí
The number of riders and weight of cargo
in the luggage compartment change the
angle of the headlights.
The headlight leveling switch adjusts this
angle.
Select the proper setting from the following chart.
Front seat
Rear
seatLoadSwitch
Position
Driver Passenger
×―――0
××――0
×× ×―1
×× ×× 2
×――×3
×: Yes
―:No
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.
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Switches and Controls
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Light Bulbs
Side turn signal lightsFront turn signal lights/
Side-marker lightsRear turn signal lightsLicense plate light
Overhead light/Map lights (Front)
Headlights (Low beam)
Headlights
(High beam)
Fog lightsBrake lights/Taillights
Reverse light High-mount brake light
Trunk light 4 Door
5 DoorOverhead light (Rear)
Overhead light/Map lights (Front)
Headlights (Low beam)
Headlights
(High beam)
Side turn signal lightsFog lights
License plate light
High-mount brake light
Luggage compartment
lightOverhead light (Rear)
Rear turn signal lights Brake lights/Taillights
Reverse light
Some models.
Front turn signal lights/Side-
marker lights
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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Your Mazda's headlights and fog lights
have replaceable halogen bulbs.
WARNING
Xenon Fusion Bulb Replacement:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs by
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Do not replace the xenon
fusion bulbs by yourself. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when the
replacement is necessary.
Handling Halogen Bulbs:
When a halogen bulb breaks, it is
dangerous. These bulbs contain
pressurized gas. If one is broken, it
will explode and serious injuries could
be caused by the flying glass.
If the glass portion is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when lit.
Never touch the glass portion of the
bulb with your bare hands and always
wear eye protection when handling or
working around halogen bulbs.
Children and Halogen Bulbs:
Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb or
breaking it some other way.
Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children.
qReplacing Exterior Light Bulbs
Replacing a headlight bulb
1. Make sure the ignition switch is turned
off and the headlight switch is off.
2. Lift the hood.
3. Do the following procedure when
replacing the left headlight bulb.
Turn the screws counterclockwise and
remove them and the cover.
4. Find the high and low beam bulbs in
the rear of the headlight unit.
The outboard bulb is the LOW beam,
and the inboard one is the HIGH beam.
Refer to Light Bulbs on page 8-35.
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Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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High-beam bulb
1. Turn the socket and bulb assembly
counterclockwise and remove it.
Carefully remove the headlight bulb
from its socket in the reflector by
gently pulling it straight backward out
of the socket.
2. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical
connector by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the bulb upward.
3. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
NOTE
lTo replace the bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
lUse the protective cover and carton
for the replacement bulb to dispose
of the old bulb promptly and out of
the reach of children.
Low-beam bulb
(Xenon fusion bulb)
You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by
yourself.
The bulbs must be replaced at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.(Halogen bulbs)
1. Detach the electrical connector from
the bulb by pulling it to the rear.
2. Pull off the sealing cover.
3. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.
4. Swing the retaining spring out and
away to free the headlight bulb.
5. Carefully remove the headlight bulb
from the socket by pulling it straight
back.
6. Replace the bulb.
7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order
of removal.
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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DESCRIP-
TIONFUSE
RAT-
INGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
59―― ―
60HEAD
LOW R15AHeadlight low beams (RH),
Headlight levelingí
61HEAD
LOW L15A Headlight low beams (LH)
62―― ―
63―― ―
64―― ―
65SAS 10A Supplemental restraint system
66METER 10AInstrument cluster,
Immobilizer system, Shift
lock system
67 IGNITION20A ABSí, EHPASí
68WIPER 20A Windshield wiper
69 ENGINE20AFor protection of various
circuits
70IG SIG 10A Auto wiperí
71SAS 2 7.5A Supplemental restraint system
72―― ―
73―― ―
74SEAT
WARM20A―
75D/
LOCK
125A Power door lock
76A/C 10AAir conditioner, Heater
control unit
77P/
WIND
L30A Power window (LH)í
78P/
WIND
R30A Power window (RH)í
79BACK 10A Reverse lights
80SUN
ROOF7.5A Moonroofí
81TAIL L 7.5ATaillights (LH), Parking lights
(LH)
82 ILLUMI7.5A Illumination
83―― ―
DESCRIP-
TIONFUSE
RAT-
INGPROTECTED
COMPONENT
84―― ―
85―― ―
86―― ―
Maintenance and Care
Owner Maintenance
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2.3-liter engine
ItemWeight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,732 kg (3,818 lb) 1,760 kg (3,880 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)Front 928 kg (2,046 lb) 957 kg (2,110 lb)
Rear 804 kg (1,772 lb) 803 kg (1,770 lb)
5 Door
ItemWeight
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) 1,743 kg (3,843 lb) 1,771 kg (3,904 lb)
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)Front 930 kg (2,050 lb) 960 kg (2,116 lb)
Rear 813 kg (1,793 lb) 811 kg (1,788 lb)
qAir Conditioner
Gas complies with SAE J639 Maximum operating charge
HFC134a (R-134a) 0.5 kg (17.55 oz)
qLight Bulbs
Exterior light
Light bulbCategory
Wattage ECE R SAE
HeadlightsHigh beam 60 HB3―
Low beamHalogen 55 H7―
Xenon fusion 35 D2S―
Front turn signal lights/Side-marker lights 27/8―#1157NA
Fog lights
í55 H11―
Side turn signal lights*15 WY5W―
High-mount brake light 18 W16W #921
Rear turn signal lights 21 W21W #7440
Brake lights/TaillightsWith Non-LED bulb 21/5 W21/5W #7443
With LED bulb
*24/0.8――
Reverse light 21 W21W #7440
License plate light 5 W5W―
*1 Bulb replacement is not possible because it is built into the unit. Replace the unit.
*2 Bulb replacement is not possible. The rear combination component must be replaced.
10-6íSome models.
Specifications
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D
Dashboard Illumination .................... 5-29
Daytime Running Lights ................... 5-44
Defroster
Rear window .............................. 5-50
Dimensions ....................................... 10-5
Door Locks ......................................... 3-7
Driving In Flooded Area ................... 4-11
Driving Tips ........................................ 4-7
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-15
Break-in period ............................ 4-7
Driving in flooded area .............. 4-11
Hazardous driving ........................ 4-8
Money-saving suggestions ........... 4-7
Rocking the vehicle ...................... 4-8
Winter driving .............................. 4-9
E
Emergency Starting ........................... 7-14
Flooded engine ........................... 7-14
Jump-starting .............................. 7-15
Push-starting .............................. 7-18
Emergency Towing ........................... 7-19
Emission Control System .................... 4-3
Engine
Coolant ....................................... 8-16
Exhaust gas .................................. 4-5
Hood release .............................. 3-20
Oil .............................................. 8-13
Overheating ................................ 7-12
Starting ......................................... 5-3
Engine Compartment Overview ........ 8-12
Engine Coolant
Overheating ................................ 7-12
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge ................................................ 5-28
Exhaust Gas ........................................ 4-5
Exterior Care ..................................... 8-54
F
Flasher
Hazard warning .......................... 5-51
Headlights .................................. 5-42
Flat Tire ............................................... 7-3
Changing ...................................... 7-6
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Flexible Floor Board ......................... 6-44
Fluids
Classification .............................. 10-4
Owner maintenance ................... 8-10
Fog Lights ......................................... 5-46
Foot Brake .......................................... 5-4
Front Seats .......................................... 2-2
Fuel
Filler lid and cap ........................ 3-18
Gauge ......................................... 5-28
Requirements ............................... 4-2
Tank capacity ............................. 10-5
Fuses ................................................. 8-45
Panel description ........................ 8-48
Replacement ............................... 8-45
G
Glove Box ......................................... 6-42
H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................... 5-51
Hazardous Driving .............................. 4-8
Headlights
Control ....................................... 5-42
Flashing ...................................... 5-44
High-low beam .......................... 5-44
Leveling ..................................... 5-44
On reminder ............................... 5-43
Hood Release .................................... 3-20
Horn .................................................. 5-51
Index
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