power steering MAZDA MODEL 5 2010 Owners Manual

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Power window switches .................................................................................... page 3-15
Lighting control ................................................................................................. page 5-50
Turn and lane-change signals ............................................................................ page 5-53
Instrument cluster .............................................................................................. page 5-32
Air bags ............................................................................................................. page 2-38
Wiper and washer lever ..................................................................................... page 5-54
Hazard warning flasher switch .......................................................................... page 5-60
Information display ............................................................................................ page 6-67
Audio system ..................................................................................................... page 6-17
Climate control system ........................................................................................ page 6-2
Glove box .......................................................................................................... page 6-72
Rear ventilation system ..................................................................................... page 6-16
Cup holder ......................................................................................................... page 6-69
Parking brake ....................................................................................................... page 5-6
MT shift lever .................................................................................................... page 5-10
AT shift lever (Sport AT) ................................................................................... page 5-12
Ignition switch ..................................................................................................... page 5-2
Steering column release lever ............................................................................ page 3-27
Hood release handle .......................................................................................... page 3-18
Outside mirror switch ........................................................................................ page 3-27
Power window lock switch ................................................................................ page 3-16
Interior light ....................................................................................................... page 6-65
Seat belts ............................................................................................................ page 2-14
Sunvisor ............................................................................................................. page 6-65
Map light ........................................................................................................... page 6-66
Rearview mirror ................................................................................................. page 3-28
Vanity mirror ...................................................................................................... page 6-65
Front seats ............................................................................................................ page 2-2
Second-row seat ................................................................................................... page 2-5
Third-row seat ..................................................................................................... page 2-9
Navigation system (if equipped) .......................................... Refer to the separate manual
Your Vehicle at a Glance
Dashboard and Interior Overview
1-3The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle
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3Knowing Your Mazda
Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment
of various parts.
Doors and Locks ........................................................................... 3-2Keys .......................................................................................... 3-2
Keyless Entry System ............................................................... 3-3
Door Locks ............................................................................... 3-8
Liftgate .................................................................................... 3-13
Power Windows ...................................................................... 3-15
Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap ........................................................... 3-17
Hood ....................................................................................... 3-18
Moonroof
í............................................................................. 3-20
Security System ........................................................................... 3-22 Immobilizer System ................................................................ 3-22
Theft-Deterrent System
í........................................................ 3-24
Steering Wheel and Mirrors ...................................................... 3-27 Steering Wheel ........................................................................ 3-27
Mirrors .................................................................................... 3-27
3-1íSome models.
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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.
qSteering Wheel Adjustment
To change the angle or length of the
steering wheel:
1. Stop the vehicle, pull up the lock
release lever under the steering
column.
Lock release lever
2. Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust thesteering column length to the desired
positions, push the lever down to lock
the column.
3. Push the wheel up and down to be certain it's locked before driving.
Mirrors
qOutside Mirrors
Check the mirror angles before driving.
Mirror type
Flat type (driver's side)
Flat surface mirror.
Convex type (front passenger side)
The mirror has single curvature on its
surface.
WARNING
Be sure to look over your shoulder
before changing lanes:
Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the
vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it appears.
Power mirror
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
To adjust:
1. Press the left or right side of the
selector switch to choose the left or
right side mirror.
Knowing Your Mazda
Steering Wheel and Mirrors
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Break-In Period
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.
lDo not race the engine.lDo not maintain one constant speed,
either slow or fast, for a long period of
time.
lDo not drive constantly at full-throttle
or high engine rpm for extended
periods of time.
lAvoid unnecessary hard stops.lAvoid full-throttle starts.
Money-Saving Suggestions
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.
lAvoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.
lAvoid fast starts.lKeep the engine tuned. Follow the
maintenance schedule (page 8-3) and
have an Authorized Mazda Dealer
perform inspections and servicing.
lUse the air conditioner only when
necessary.
lSlow down on rough roads.lKeep the tires properly inflated.lDo not carry unnecessary weight.lDo not rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
lKeep the wheels in correct alignment.lKeep windows closed at high speeds.lSlow down when driving in crosswinds
and headwinds.
WARNING
Never stop the engine when going
down a hill:Stopping the engine when going
down a hill is dangerous. This causes
the loss of power steering and power
brake control, and may cause
damage to the drivetrain. Any loss of
steering or braking control could
cause an accident.
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Before Driving Your Mazda
Driving Tips
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5Driving Your Mazda
Explanation of instruments and controls.
Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2
Starting the Engine .................................................................... 5-4
Turning Off the Engine ............................................................. 5-5
Brake System ............................................................................ 5-5
Manual Transaxle Operation ................................................... 5-10
Automatic Transaxle Controls ................................................ 5-12
Power Steering ........................................................................ 5-18
Cruise Control
í...................................................................... 5-19
Traction Control System (TCS)í........................................... 5-22
Dynamic Stability Control (DSC)í........................................ 5-23
Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemí......................................... 5-26
Instrument Cluster and Indicators ............................................ 5-32 Meters and Gauges .................................................................. 5-32
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds ............................ 5-37 Warning/Indicator Lights ........................................................ 5-37
Beep Sounds ........................................................................... 5-49
Switches and Controls ................................................................ 5-50 Lighting Control ..................................................................... 5-50
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ............................................... 5-53
Fog Lights
í............................................................................ 5-54
Windshield Wipers and Washer .............................................. 5-54
Rear Window Wiper and Washer ............................................ 5-58
Rear Window Defroster ........................................................... 5-59
Horn ........................................................................................ 5-60
Hazard Warning Flasher .......................................................... 5-60
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During deceleration, the gears shift down
automatically when speed is reduced to
the following:
GearVehicle speed
M5 or M4 →
M3 30 km/h (19 mph)
M3 or M2 →
M1 10 km/h (6 mph)
NOTE
The gear does not shift down to M1
automatically while in the second gear fixed
mode.
Recommendations for shifting
Upshifting
For normal acceleration and cruising, we
recommend these shift points.
Gear
Vehicle speed
M1 to M2 24 km/h (15 mph)
M2 to M3 40 km/h (25 mph)
M3 to M4 65 km/h (40 mph)
M4 to M5 73 km/h (45 mph)
Downshifting
When you must slow down in heavy
traffic or on a steep upgrade, downshift
before the engine starts to overwork. This
gives better acceleration when you need
more speed.
On a steep downgrade , downshifting
helps maintain safe speed and prolongs
brake life.
q Driving Tips
WARNING
Do not allow the vehicle to move in
reverse on an up-slope while the
selector lever is in a forward gear
position, or move forward on a down-
slope while the selector lever is in the
reverse position.
Otherwise, the engine will stop,
causing the loss of the power brake
and power steering functions, and
make it difficult to control the vehicle
which could result in an accident.
Passing
For extra power when passing another
vehicle or climbing steep grades, depress
the accelerator fully. The transaxle will
shift to a lower gear, depending on vehicle
speed.
Climbing steep grades from a stop
To climb a steep grade from a stopped
position:
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Shift to D or M1, depending on theload weight and grade steepness.
3. Release the brake pedal while gradually accelerating.
Descending steep grades
When descending a steep grade, shift to
lower gears, depending on load weight
and grade steepness. Descend slowly,
using the brakes only occasionally to
prevent them from overheating.
Driving Your Mazda
Starting and Driving
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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.
CAUTION
Never hold the steering wheel to the
extreme left or right for more than 5
seconds with the engine running.
This could damage the power
steering system.
qPower Steering Malfunction
Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, and turns off when the engine is
started. If the light remains illuminated after the
engine is started, or illuminates while
driving, turn off the engine after parking
in a safe place, and then start the engine
again.
If the light does not illuminate after
restarting the engine, this indicates that
the power steering is restored and normal
steering is possible.
If the light remains illuminated, the power
steering is still inoperable. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lThe power steering system is inoperable
when the power steering malfunction
indicator light illuminates. Steering is
possible, but requires more physical effort.
lRepeatedly jerking the steering wheel left
and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the
power steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel
heavy, but this does not indicate a
malfunction. If this occurs, park the vehicle
safely and wait a few minutes for the system
to return to normal.
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Starting and Driving
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SignalWarning/Indicator Lights Page
Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep 5-42
Door-Ajar Warning Light5-44
Low Washer Fluid Level Warning Light5-44
Automatic Transaxle Warning Light5-44
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Warning Light5-44
Security Indicator Light5-46
Headlight High-Beam Indicator Light5-47
Shift Position Indicator Light5-47
TCS/DSC Indicator Light5-47
DSC OFF Indicator Light5-47
Cruise Main Indicator Light (Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green) 5-48
Lights-On Indicator Light5-48
Power Steering Malfunction Indicator Light5-48
Turn Signal/Hazard Warning Indicator Lights5-49
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Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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qCruise Main Indicator Light
(Amber)/Cruise Set Indicator
Light (Green)
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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.
Cruise Set Indicator Light (Green)
The indicator light illuminates green when
a cruising speed has been set.
qLights-On Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
exterior lights and dashboard illumination
are on.
qPower Steering Malfunction
Indicator Light
This indicator light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, and turns off when the engine is
started.
If the light remains illuminated after the
engine is started, or illuminates while
driving, turn off the engine after parking
in a safe place, and then start the engine
again.
If the light does not illuminate after
restarting the engine, this indicates that
the power steering is restored and normal
steering is possible.
If the light remains illuminated, the power
steering is still inoperable. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE
lThe power steering system is inoperable
when the power steering malfunction
indicator light illuminates. Steering is
possible, but requires more physical effort.
lRepeatedly jerking the steering wheel left
and right while the vehicle is stopped or
moving extremely slowly will cause the
power steering system to go into protective
mode which will make the steering feel
heavy, but this does not indicate a
malfunction. If this occurs, park the vehicle
safely and wait a few minutes for the system
to return to normal.
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Driving Your Mazda
íSome models.
Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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Audio Control Switch
Operation (Steering Wheel)
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When the audio unit is turned on,
operation of the audio unit from the
steering wheel is possible.
For navigation system equipped vehicles,
refer to the separate manual
“NAVIGATION SYSTEM Owner's
Manual ”.
NOTE
Because the audio unit will be turned off under
the following conditions, the switches will be
inoperable.
lWhen the ignition switch is turned to the
LOCK position.
lWhen the power button on the audio unit is
pressed and the audio unit is turned off.
lWhen the CD being played is ejected and
the audio unit is turned off.
Without Bluetooth Hands-Free
With Bluetooth Hands-Free
Voice recognition/hands-
free switch
NOTElThe Voice recognition/hands-free switch is
operable with the audio unit turned off.
lMazda 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.
q Adjusting the Volume
To increase the volume, press the volume
button (
).
To decrease the volume, press the volume
button (
).
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Interior Comfort
íSome models.
Audio System
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