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Type B
3. Grasp the support rod in the padded
area indicated by the arrow.
Clip
Support rod
Pad
4. Secure the support rod in the stay hole
indicated by the arrow to hold the hood
open.
Without
turbocharger With
turbocharger
qClosing the Hood
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.
Knowing Your Mazda
Doors and Locks
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Before Getting In
lBe sure the windows, outside mirrors,
and outside lights are clean.
lInspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.
lLook under the vehicle for any sign of
fluid leaks.
lIf you plan to back up, make sure
nothing is in your way.
NOTE
Engine oil, engine coolant, brake/clutch
fluid, washer fluid, and other fluid
levels should be inspected. See
Maintenance, Section 8.
After Getting In
lAre all doors closed and locked?
lIs the seat adjusted properly?
lAre the inside and outside mirrors
adjusted?
lIs everyone's seat belt fastened?
lCheck all gauges.
lCheck all warning lights when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position.
lRelease the parking brake and make
sure the brake warning light goes off.
Always be thoroughly familiar with your
Mazda.
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Before Driving Your Mazda
Before Starting the Engine
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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
Low Fuel Warning Light 5-42
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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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.
If the light illuminates while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-way on level ground.
2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes
for the oil to drain back into the oil
pan.
3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 8-20).
If it's low, add oil.
4. Start the engine and check the warning
light.
If the light remains illuminated even after
you add oil, stop the engine immediately
and have your vehicle towed to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't run the engine if oil pressure is
low. It could result in extensive engine
damage.
qCheck Engine Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and goes off when the engine is
started.
If this light comes on while driving, the
vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving conditions
when the light came on and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The check engine light may come on in
the following cases:
lThe fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
lThe engine's electrical system has a
problem.
lThe emission control system has a
problem.
lThe fuel-filler cap is missing or not
tightened securely.
If the check engine light remains on or
flashes continuously, do not drive at high
speeds and consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer as soon as possible.
Driving Your Mazda
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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qLubricant Quality
Lubricant Classification
Engine Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on page 8-18.
Manual transaxle oilWithout turbochargerAny temperatureAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 75W-90
Above 10°CAPI Service GL-4 or GL-5
SAE 80W-90
With turbochargerAPI Service GL-4
SAE 75W-90
Automatic transaxle fluid ATF M-V
Power steering fluid ATF M-III or equivalent (e.g. Dexron® III)
Brake/Clutch fluid SAE J1703 or FMVSS116 DOT-3
qCapacities
(Approximate Quantities)
Item Capacity
Engine oilWithout turbochargerWith oil filter
replacement4.3 L (4.5 US qt, 3.8 Imp qt)
Without oil filter
replacement3.9 L (4.1 US qt, 3.4 Imp qt)
With turbochargerWith oil filter
replacement5.7 L (6.0 US qt, 5.0 Imp qt)
Without oil filter
replacement5.3 L (5.6 US qt, 4.7 Imp qt)
Coolant 7.5 L (7.9 US qt, 6.6 Imp qt)
Manual transaxle oilWithout turbocharger 2.87 L (3.03 US qt, 2.53 Imp qt)
With turbocharger 2.5 L (2.6 US qt, 2.2 Imp qt)
Automatic transaxle fluid4-speed transaxle 7.2 L (7.6 US qt, 6.3 Imp qt)
5-speed transaxle 8.14 L (8.60 US qt, 7.16 Imp qt)
Fuel tank55.0 L
(14.5 US gal, 12.1 Imp gal)
Check oil and fluid levels with dipsticks or reservoir gauges.
Specifications
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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 .......................................... 6-52
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Tachometer ........................................ 5-35
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-38
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-29
Tiedown
Hook .......................................... 7-21
Tire Information ................................ 9-22
Tire Pressure Monitoring System ...... 5-25
System error activation .............. 5-29
Tire pressure monitoring system
warning light .............................. 5-27
Tires and wheels ......................... 5-29
Tires
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-36
Replacement ............................... 8-37
Rotation ...................................... 8-37
Snow tires .................................. 4-10
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-8
Flat Tire ........................................ 7-3
Tire chains .................................. 4-10
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-20
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
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Towing
Description ................................. 7-20
Emergency towing ..................... 7-20
Recreational towing ................... 7-22
Trailer towing ............................. 4-14
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-22
TCS/DSC indicator light ............ 5-23
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-14
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-33
Trunk Lid .......................................... 3-15
Trunk Light ....................................... 3-16
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-54
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Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-52
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
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Warning Lights ................................. 5-37
ABS ............................................ 5-39
Air bag system ........................... 5-42
Automatic transaxle ................... 5-44
Brake system .............................. 5-39
Charging system ......................... 5-40
Check engine .............................. 5-41
Door-ajar .................................... 5-44
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-41
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-42
Low fuel ..................................... 5-42
Low washer fluid level ............... 5-44
Seat belt ...................................... 5-42
Tire pressure monitoring
system ........................................ 5-44
Warranty ............................................ 9-12
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-28
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