light MAZDA MODEL 6 2003 (in English) Manual PDF

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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.
Atmospheric conditions can also affect
FM reception. High humidity will cause
poor reception. However, cloudy days
may provide better reception than clear
days.
Multipath noise
Since FM signals can be reflected by
obstructions, it is possible to receive both
the direct signal and the reflected signal at
the same time. This causes a slight delay
in reception and may be heard as a broken
sound or a distortion. This problem may
also be encountered when in close
proximity to the transmitter.Flutter/Skip noise
Signals from an FM transmitter move in
straight lines and become weak in valleys
between tall buildings, mountains, and
other obstacles. When a vehicle passes
through such an area, the reception
conditions may change suddenly,
resulting in annoying noise.
Weak signal noise
In suburban areas, broadcast signals
become weak because of distance from
the transmitter. Reception in such fringe
areas is characterized by sound breakup.
Ionosphere
100—200 km (60—120 miles) FM wave
FM waveAM wave
DirectReflected wave
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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.
•
Only cassette tapes that play no longer
than 90 minutes should be used.
Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are
thin and may easily break.
•
Do not leave a cassette tape in the tape
player slot when not in use. Remove it
completely to permit the slot door to
close and to protect the mechanism
from dust.
•
Store cassette tapes away from extreme
heat, magnetic fields, and direct
sunlight. Protect the exposed cassette
tape from dirt and damage. Store
cassette tapes in their original cases or
other protective cases.
•
Insert only cassette tapes into the slot.
If objects other than cassette tapes are
inserted, they may damage the player.
Operating Tips for Mini Disc
(MD) Player
The following precautions should be
observed.
•
Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
•
Do not insert any objects, other than
MDs, into the slot.
•
The MD player has been designed to
play MDs bearing the identification
logo as shown. No other MDs can be
played.
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The MD player can also play MDLPs
that have been recorded in MDLP
mode. (MDLPs bearing the
identification logo as shown below).
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When inserting the MD, make sure the
MD label is facing up, and the MD is
oriented to the insertion slot in the
direction of the arrow. If not inserted
correctly, the MD will be ejected, or
may remain stuck in the MD deck.
•
Do not touch the internal part of the
MD. If the MD shutter is slid open for
no reason, it may be broken.
•
Store MDs in their cases and away
from direct sunlight.•
Do not insert fingers or foreign objects
in the MD insertion slot as it could
damage the MD deck.

Operating Tips for CD Player/In-
Dash CD Changer
Condensation phenomenon
Immediately after turning on the heater
when the vehicle is cold, the CD or optical
components (prism and lens) in the CD
player/changer may become clouded with
condensation. At this time, the CD will
eject immediately when placed in the unit.
A clouded CD can be corrected simply by
wiping it with a soft cloth. Clouded
optical components will clear naturally in
about an hour. Wait for normal operation
to return before attempting to use the unit.
Handling the CD player/In-dash CD
changer
The following precautions should be
observed.
•
Do not spill any liquid on the audio
system.
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Be sure never to touch the signal
surface when handling the CDs. Pick
up a CD by grasping the outer edge or
the edge of the hole and the outer edge.
•
Do not stick paper or tape on the CD.
Avoid scratching the reverse side (the
side without a label).
•
Dust, finger smudges, and dirt can
decrease the amount of light reflected
from the signal surface, thus affecting
sound quality. If the CD should
become soiled, gently wipe it with a
soft cloth from the center of the CD to
the edge.
•
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.
•
CDs, like traditional audio records, are
made of plastic. To avoid warping,
keep the CDs in their cases and do not
store them where they will be exposed
to direct sunlight.
•
The CD player/changer ejects the CD if
the CD is inserted upside down. Also
dirty and/or defective CDs may be
ejected.
•
8 cm (3 in) CDs and CD accessories
(e.g. 8 cm disc adapter) cannot be used
in the CD player/changer.•
Do not insert cleaning discs in the CD
player/changer.
•
Do not insert any disc with a peel-off
or seal on it.
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Interior Equipment
When you need a sunvisor, lower it for use
in front or swing it to the side.

Vanity Mirrors
To use the vanity mirror, lower the
sunvisor.
If your vehicle is equipped with a vanity
mirror light, it will illuminate when you
pull the cover up.

Illuminated Entry System
When the switch is in the DOOR position,
the overhead light and the courtesy lights
come on for:
•
About 30 seconds after the driver’s
door is unlocked and the ignition key is
removed.
•
About 15 seconds after all doors are
closed.
•
About 15 seconds after the key is
removed from the ignition with all
doors closed.
The light also goes out when:
•
The ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and all doors are closed.
•
The driver’s door is locked.
Sunvisors
Sunvisor
Interior Lights
NOTE
If any door is left opened, the light
goes out after about 5 minutes.
The light turns on again when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position, or when any door is opened
after all doors have been closed.
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Overhead Lights
Front
Center
OFF Light off
DOOR•Light on when any door is
open
•Light on or off when the
illuminated entry system is on
DOOR
OFF
With sunroof
DOOR
OFF
Without sunroof
OFF Light off
DOOR•Light on when any door is
open
•Light on or off when the
illuminated entry system is on
DOOR
OFF
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Map Lights
The map lights are switched on or off by
pressing the switches.

Courtesy Lights
Turns on when any door is open or the
illuminated entry system is on.
Front (with sunroof)
Front (without sunroof)
Center
Courtesy light
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Ambient Temperature Display
When the ignition switch is in the ON
position, press the AMB button to display
the ambient temperature.

Climate Control Display
Climate control is displayed when the
climate control system is turned on (page
6-5).

Audio Display
Audio is displayed when the audio system
is turned on (page 6-23).

Display Dimmer Cancel Function
When driving at night on snowy or foggy
roads, or in other situations when the
display’s visibility is reduced due to glare
from surrounding brightness, the display
dimmer cancel function increases the
intensity of the display illumination.
The display dimmer cancel function can
be used when the headlight switch is in
the or position.
Press the DIMMER button to increase the
intensity of the display illumination.
Press the button again to return to the
previous display illumination.
NOTE
•
The displayed ambient temperature
may vary from the actual ambient
temperature depending on the
surrounding area and vehicle
conditions.
•
Press the AMB button again to
switch the display from ambient
temperature to the temperature set
for the air conditioner.
•
Press the AMB button 1.5 seconds
or more to switch the display from
Fahrenheit to Centigrade or vice
versa.
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The ignition switch must be in the ACC or
ON position.
1. Open the cover.
2. Press the lighter in and release it. When
ready for use, it automatically pops out.
Lighter
•
Don’t touch the metal part of the
lighter, you may burn yourself.
•
Don’t hold the lighter in because it
will overheat.
•
Don’t use the lighter socket for
plug-in accessories such as shavers
and coffee pots. They may damage
it or cause electrical failure. Use
only a genuine Mazda lighter or the
equivalent.
•
If the lighter doesn’t pop out within
30 seconds, remove it to prevent
overheating.
CAUTION
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Overhead Console
This console box is designed to store
eyeglasses or other accessories. Push and
release to open.

Storage Pocket
To open, push the release catch down and
pull the lid downward.

Center Box with Lid
To use, pull the knob, and the lid opens
automatically.
Storage Compartments
Open Storage Boxes: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.
In hot weather, don’t leave
combustible materials or objects which
will deform in extreme heat such as
lighters and glasses in the vehicle.
WARNING
CAUTION
Knob
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