maintenance MAZDA MODEL 626 2001 Owners Manual

Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
A Word to Mazda OwnersImportant Notes About This Manual
Keep this manual in the glove box as a handy reference for the safe and \
enjoyable use of your Mazda. Should you resell
the vehicle, leave this manual with it for the next owner.
Please be aware that this manual applies to all models, equipment and op\
tions. As a result, you may find some
explanations for equipment not installed on your vehicle.
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Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We
at Mazda design and build vehicles
with complete customer satisfaction in
mind.
To help ensure enjoyable and
trouble-free operation of your Mazda,
read this manual carefully and follow
its recommendations.An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows
your vehicle best. So when
maintenance or service is necessary,
that’s the place to go.
Our nationwide network of Mazda
professionals is dedicated to providing
you with the best possible service.
We assure you that all of us at Mazda
have an ongoing interest in your
motoring pleasure and in your full
satisfaction with your Mazda product.
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Form No. 8P95-EA-00G
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Your Vehicle at a Glance
2
Essential Safety Equipment
4
Protecting Your Mazda
5
Driving Your Mazda
6
In Case of Emergency
7
Appearance Care
8
Maintenance
9
Customer InformationIncluding Information on How to Report Safety Defects (page 9-14)
10
Specifications
11
Index
3
Knowing Your Mazda
Table of Contents

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Essential Safety Equipment
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021–10AE
WARNING
!
Air Bag Disposal:Improper disposal of an air bag
or a vehicle with live air bags in it
can be extremely dangerous.
Unless all safety procedures are
followed, injury can result. Ask
an Authorized Mazda Dealer how
to safely dispose of an air bag or
how to scrap an air bag equipped
vehicle.

021–7JE
 Maintenance
The supplemental restraint system is
maintenance-free. But if any of the
following occurs, take your vehicle to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon
as possible:
• The supplemental restraint system
warning light flashes.
• The supplemental restraint system
warning light stays on.
• The supplemental restraint system
warning light stays off when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position. •
Air bags inflate
NOTEShould you sell your Mazda, we
urge you to tell the new owner of
its supplemental restraint systems
and that familiarization with all
instructions about them, from the
Owner ’s Manual, is important.

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Knowing Your Mazda
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118-10EE
 Unlock button (Keyless entry
system)
To unlock the driver ’s door, press the
UNLOCK button.
To unlock all the doors, press the
UNLOCK button again within 5
seconds.

Q118-12BE

Trunk button (Keyless entry
system)
To open the trunk, press the
button.
 Q118-14EE
NOTE• If the transmitter does not
work, open the back cover and
check the battery for correct
installation.
• Additional transmitters can be
obtained at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer. Up to 3
additional transmitters can be
used with the keyless entry
system per vehicle. Bring all
transmitters to an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the
electronic codes need to be
reset.
MaintenanceNOTE•Make sure the battery is
installed with the correct pole
facing upward. Battery leakage
could occur if it is not installed
correctly.
• When replacing the battery, be
careful not to bend the
electrical terminals or get oil on
them. Also be careful not to get
dirt in the remote control unit
as it could damage it.

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Knowing Your Mazda3-24immediately after it starts.NOTEIf the warning light comes on and
stays on when the ignition is
turned to the ON position, the
engine will not start.Maintenance
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
NOTE• The keys carry a unique
electronic code. For this reason,
and to assure your safety,
replacement keys require some
waiting time to obtain. They are
only available through an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
• Always keep a replacement
key, in case one is lost. If a key
is lost, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.
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•If you lose a key, an Authorized
Mazda Dealer will reset the
electronic codes of your
remaining keys and the
immobilizer system. Starting
the vehicle with a key that has
not been reset is not possible.

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Protecting Your Mazda
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WARNING
!
Snow Blocking the Exhaust Gas:Running the engine when a
vehicle is stopped in deep snow is
dangerous. The exhaust pipe
could be blocked by the snow,
allowing exhaust gas to enter the
cabin. Because exhaust gas
contains poisonous carbon
monoxide, anyone in the cabin
could be injured or killed. Clear
the snow from underneath and
around your vehicle before
starting the engine.
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Before DrivingBefore Getting In
• Be sure the windows, outside
mirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
• Inspect inflation pressures and
condition of tires.
• Look under the vehicle for any sign
of a leak.
• If you plan to back up, make sure
nothing will be in your way.
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NOTEEngine oil, engine coolant,
brake/clutch fluid, washer fluid,
and other fluid levels should be
inspected daily, weekly, or at
refueling, depending on the fluid.
See Maintenance, Section 8.

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Protecting Your Mazda
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036-1AE
Money-Saving SuggestionsHow 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.
•Avoid long warm-ups. Once the
engine runs smoothly, begin
driving.
• Avoid fast starts.
• Keep the engine tuned. Follow the
maintenance schedule (page 8-3)
and have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform inspections and
servicing.
• Use the air conditioner only when
necessary. •
Slow down on rough roads.
• Keep the tires properly inflated.
• Don’ t carry unnecessary weight.
• Don’ t rest your foot on the brake
pedal while driving.
• Keep the wheels in correct
alignment.
• Keep windows closed at high
speeds.
• Slow down when driving in
crosswinds and headwinds.

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WARNING
!
Coasting:Turning off the engine to coast
down a hill can be dangerous.
This causes the loss of power
steering and power brake control.
Any loss of steering or braking
control could cause an accident.
Never turn off the engine and
coast down a hill.

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Appearance Care
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4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth.NOTEA spot remover to remove oil, tar,
and similar materials will usually
also take off the wax. Rewax these
areas even if the rest of the vehicle
doesn’t need it.
078-3AE

Repairing Damage to the Finish
Deep scratches or chips on the finish
should be repaired promptly. Exposed
metal quickly rusts and can lead to
major repairs.
CAUTION
!
If your Mazda is damaged and
needs metal parts repaired or
replaced, make sure the body shop
applies anticorrosion materials to
all parts, both repaired and new.
This will prevent them from
rusting.
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Bright-Metal Maintenance
• Use tar remover to remove road tar
and insects. Never do this with a
knife or similar tool.
• To prevent corrosion on
bright-metal surfaces, apply wax or
chrome preservative and rub it to a
high luster.
• During cold weather or in coastal
areas, cover bright-metal parts with
a coating of wax or preservative
heavier than usual. It would also
help to coat them with
noncorrosive petroleum jelly or
some other protective compound.

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Appearance Care7-10
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Underbody Maintenance
Road chemicals and salt used for ice
and snow removal and solvents used
for dust control may collect on the
underbody. If not removed, they will
speed up rusting and deterioration of
such underbody parts as fuel lines,
frame, floor pan, and exhaust system,
even though these parts may be coated
with anticorrosive material.
Thoroughly flush the underbody and
wheel housings with lukewarm or cold
water at the end of each winter. Try
also to do this every month.
Pay special attention to these areas
because they easily hide mud and dirt. It will do more harm than good to
wet down the road grime without
removing it.
The lower edges of doors, rocker
panels, and frame members have drain
holes that should not be clogged.
Water trapped there will cause rusting.
WARNING
!
Driving with Wet Brakes:Driving with wet brakes is
dangerous. Increased stopping
distance or the vehicle pulling to
one side when braking could
result in a serious accident. Light
braking will indicate whether the
brakes have been affected. Dry
the brakes by driving very slowly
and applying the brakes lightly
until brake performance is
normal.

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Appearance Care
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Aluminum Wheel Maintenance
A protective coating is provided over
the aluminum wheels. Special care is
needed to protect this coating.
NOTE• Don’ t use a wire brush or any
abrasive cleaner, polishing
compound, or solvent on
aluminum wheels. They may
damage the coating.
• Only use a mild soap or neutral
detergent and always use a
sponge or soft cloth to clean the
wheels. Rinse thoroughly with
lukewarm or cold water. Also,
be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on dusty or salted
roads. This helps prevent
corrosion.
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•Avoid washing your vehicle in
an automatic car wash that uses
high-speed or hard brushes.
• If your aluminum wheels lose
luster, wax the wheels.