warning MAZDA MODEL B-SERIES 2007 Owners Manual (in English)

WARNING: If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will
cause permanent damage to your brakes.
WARNING: Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run
dry. This may cause the brakes to fail.
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)
Check the fluid level. Refer to scheduled maintenancefor the service
interval schedules.
During normal operation, the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should
remain constant. If the fluid level drops, refill the fluid level to the step
in the reservoir.
Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Mazda specification.
Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this
chapter.
WARNING: Carefully read cautionary information on product
label. For MEDICAL EMERGENCY INFORMATION contact a
physician or Poison Control Center immediately. Failure to
follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and
water from entering the
reservoir.
2. Remove cap and rubber diaphragm from reservoir.
3. Add fluid until the level reaches the step in the reservoir.
4. Reinstall rubber diaphragm and cap onto reservoir.
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1Brake fluid will drop slowly as the brakes wear and will rise when brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels below the MAX line that do not trigger the brake warning light are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to add fluid. If the levels are outside the normal operating range,
the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek service from your authorized
dealer immediately.2Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. Do not mix different colors or types of
coolant. Do not use Mazda Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding
engine coolant, in this chapter.3Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with
the vehicle on a level surface.4Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are
indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCON and MERCON V are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCONV. Refer toscheduled maintenance to
determine the correct service interval.5Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and
if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set
by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range.6Traction-Lok axles use 4.75–5.0 pints (2.2–2.4L) of rear axle lubricant. Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of
Additive Friction Modifier meeting Mazda specifications for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle 1/4 inch to 9/16 inch (6 mm to 14
mm) below the bottom of the filler hole.
If submerged in water, the rear axle lubricant should be changed.
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CELL PHONES
Use of cell phones and other devices by driver:WARNING: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones,
computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other devices
by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous. Dialing a
number on a cell phone while driving also ties-up the driver’s
hands. Use of these devices will cause the driver to be
distracted and could lead to a serious accident. If a passenger is
unable to use the device, pull off the right-of-way to a safe area
before use. If use of a cell phone is necessary despite this
warning, use a hands-free system to at least allow the hands
free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or other
electrical device while the vehicle is moving and, instead,
concentrate on the full-time job of driving.
In addition, the gasoline distributors are warning against using
cell phones during refueling procedures, due to their increased
concern about static electricity fires in the self-service pump
environment.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................146
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ....................82–83and child safety seats ..............85
description ................................83
disposal ......................................88
driver airbag ........................83, 86
indicator light ...........................87
operation .............................83, 86
passenger airbag .................83, 86
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................229
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................146–147
Anti-theft system ........................62
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................19, 21, 25
Automatic transmission ............150 driving an automatic
overdrive .................................152
fluid, specification ..................253
Auxiliary power point .................50
Axle lubricant specifications ..........253
traction lok ..............................149
B
Battery .......................................227 acid, treating emergencies .....227
jumping a disabled battery ....184
maintenance-free ....................227
servicing ..................................227
Bed extender ..............................56
BeltMinder ...................................78 Brakes ........................................146
anti-lock ...........................146–147
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............147
fluid, checking and adding ....246
fluid, specifications .................253
lubricant specifications ..........253
parking ....................................148
shift interlock ..........................150
Break-in period .............................6
Bulbs ............................................42
C
Cell phone warning ...................261
Changing a tire .........................174
Child safety restraints ................92 child safety belts ......................92
Child safety seats ........................95 attaching with tether straps ....99
in front seat ..............................97
in rear seat ................................97
tether anchorage hardware .....99
Chimes (warning) .......................17
Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............202
instrument panel ....................205
interior .....................................205
interior trim ............................205
Mazda car care products .......206
plastic parts ............................204
washing ....................................201
waxing .....................................201
wheels ......................................202
wiper blades ............................204
Clock adjust AM/FM Stereo ...........................19
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
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G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............237
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................239
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................163
Headlamps ...................................38aiming ........................................40
bulb specifications ....................42
daytime running lights .............39
flash to pass ..............................39
high beam .................................38
replacing bulbs .........................43
turning on and off ....................38
Heating heating and air conditioning
system .................................35–36
Hood ..........................................216
I
Ignition ...............................142, 257
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .......................95
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................244
Instrument panel cleaning ...................................205
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................39
location of components ............12
J
Jack ............................................174 positioning ...............................174
storage .....................174, 177–178 Jump-starting your vehicle ......184
K
Keys .......................................58, 63
positions of the ignition .........142
L
Lamps bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................42
daytime running light ...............39
fog lamps ...................................38
headlamps .................................38
headlamps, flash to pass ..........39
instrument panel, dimming .....39
interior lamps .....................42–43
replacing bulbs .........................43
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................41
Lights, warning and indicator ....12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........147
Load limits .................................124
Loading instructions .................131
Locks doors ..........................................58
Lubricant specifications ...........253
Lug nuts ....................................183
M
Manual transmission .................154 lubricant specifications ..........253
reverse .....................................155
Mirrors .........................................52 fold away ...................................52
side view mirrors (power) .......52
Motorcraft parts ........................234
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O
Octane rating ............................238
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................221
Overdrive .....................................55
Overheating ...............................183
P
Parking brake ............................148
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................69
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................168
Power door locks ........................58
Power mirrors .............................52
Power point .................................50
Power steering ..........................149fluid, checking and adding ....245
fluid, specifications .................253
Power Windows ...........................51
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................150
R
Radio ................................19, 21, 25
Relays ........................................164
Remote entry system .................59 illuminated entry ......................61
locking/unlocking doors ...........59
panic alarm ...............................59
replacing the batteries .............60
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............77 Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ......67, 71–74, 76
Safety restraints ..............67, 71–76
belt minder ...............................78
extension assembly ..................76
for adults .............................72–74
for children .........................91–92
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................69
safety belt maintenance ...........77
warning light and chime ....77–78
Safety restraints - tether
anchors ........................................99
Safety seats for children ............95
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................259
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ........................67
Seats ............................................65 child safety seats ......................95
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..........................................62
Servicing your vehicle ..............215
Setting the clock AM/FM stereo ...........................19
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................26
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs, specifications .......257
Special notice ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................253
Speed control ..............................52
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Starting your
vehicle ........................142–143, 145jump starting ..........................184
Steering wheel tilting .........................................49
T
Tether anchors ............................99
Tilt steering wheel ......................49
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS) Roadside Emergencies ...........174
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....120
Tires ...........................105–106, 174 alignment ................................112
care ..........................................109
changing ..........................174, 179
checking the pressure ............109
inflating ...................................107
label .........................................119
replacing ..................................111
rotating ....................................113
safety practices .......................112
sidewall information ...............114
snow tires and chains ............124
spare tire .........................175, 177
terminology .............................106
tire grades ...............................106
treadwear ........................105, 110
Towing .......................................131 recreational towing .................140
trailer towing ..........................131
wrecker ....................................190
Traction-lok rear axle ...............149 Transfer case
fluid checking .........................250
Transmission automatic operation ...............150
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....150
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................249
lubricant specifications ..........253
manual operation ....................154
Turn signal ..................................41
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................259
Vehicle loading ..........................124 camper bodies ........................141
Ventilating your vehicle ...........145
W
Warning chimes ...........................17
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................220
Water, Driving through .............162
Windows power .........................................51
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................49 checking and adding fluid .....220
checking and cleaning ............220
replacing wiper blades ...........221
Wrecker towing .........................190
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