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Do not spray water in the engine
compartment. Otherwise, it could result
in engine-starting problems or damage
to electrical parts.
 When washing and waxing the vehicle,
be careful not to apply excessive force to
any single area of the vehicle roof or the
antenna. Otherwise, you could dent the
vehicle or damage the antenna.
To help protect the finish from rust and
deterioration, wash your Mazda
thoroughly and frequently, at least once a
month, with lukewarm or cold water.

If the vehicle is washed improperly, the
paint surface could be scratched. Here are
some examples of how scratching could
occur.

Scratches occur on th e paint surface when:
The vehicle is washed without first
rinsing off dirt and other foreign matter.
The vehicle is washed with a rough, dry,
or dirty cloth.
The vehicle is washed at a car wash that
uses brushes that are dirty or too stiff.
Cleansers or wax containing abrasives
are used.
NOTE
Mazda is not responsible for scratches
caused by automatic car washes or
improper washing.
Scratches are more noticeable on
vehicles with darker paint finishes.
To minimize scratches on the vehicle's
paint finish:
Rinse off any dirt or other foreign matter
using lukewarm or cold water before
washing.
Use plenty of lukewarm or cold water
and a soft cloth when washing the
vehicle. Do not use a nylon cloth.
Rub gently when washing or drying the
vehicle.
Take your vehicle only to a car wash
that keeps its brushes well maintained.
Do not use abrasive cleansers or wax
that contain abrasives.
CAUTION
 Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners,
or strong detergents containing highly
alkaline or caustic agents on
chrome-plated or anodized aluminum
parts. This may damage the protective
coating; also, cleaners and detergents
may discolor or deteriorate the paint.
Pay special attention to removing salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign material from the
underside of the fenders, and make sure
the drain holes in the lower edges of the
doors and rocker panels are clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial fallout, and similar deposits can
damage the finish if not removed
immediately. When prompt washing with
Maintenance and Care
Appearance Care
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Original Equipment (OE): Describes components originally equipped on the vehicle.
Vehicle Load Limit: The maximum value of the combination weight of occupants and
cargo.
Bead Area of the Tire: Area of the tire next to the rim.
Sidewall Area of the Tire: Area between the bead area and the tread.
Tread Area of the Tire: Area on the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when it's
mounted on the vehicle.

Seating capacity means the total allowable number of vehicle occupants. Seating capacity
is described on the tire label.

Production options weight is the combination weight of installed regular production
options weighing over 2.3 kilograms in excess of the standard items which they replace, and
not previously considered in the curb weight or accessory weight, including heavy duty
brakes, ride levelers, roof rack, heavy duty battery, and special trim.

Rim is the metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire
beads are seated.
Customer Information and Reporting Safety Defects
Tire Information (U.S.A.)
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Index
Traffic Sign Recognition System
(TSR)........................................... 4-93
i-ACTIV AWD Operation.................4-73
J
Jack...................................................... 7-5
Jump-Starting.................................... 7-17
K
Keyless Entry System......................... 3-4
Keys.....................................................3-2
Key suspend function.................... 3-8
Transmitter..................................... 3-5
Key left-in-luggage compartment
warning beep (With the advanced keyless
function)............................................ 7-44
Key left-in-vehicle warning beep (With
the advanced keyless function)......... 7-44
Key removed from vehicle warning
beep................................................... 7-43
Key Suspend Function........................ 3-8
L
Label Information............................... 9-2
Lane Departure Warning sound........ 7-45
Lane Departure Warning System
(LDWS)............................................. 4-82 LDWS switch.............................. 4-84
Lane-Change Signals........................ 4-47
Leaving Home Light......................... 4-45
Liftgate.............................................. 3-19 Luggage compartmen t................. 3-21
When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened......................................... 7-47
Lighting Control................................4-40
Lights-on reminder............................7-42
Light Bulbs Replacement................................ 6-40
Specifications.................................9-6
Lubricant Quality................................ 9-4
Luggage Compartment Light.......... 5-142
M
Maintenance Information.................................... 6-2
Scheduled.......................................6-4
Maintenance Monitor........................ 6-14
Manual Transaxle Operation............. 4-27
Map Lights...................................... 5-142
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop &
Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function).......................................... 4-104 Close proximity warning........... 4-106
Cruise control func tion.............. 4-113
Display indication......................4-106
Setting the system..................... 4-107
Stop hold control....................... 4-112
Mazda Radar Cruise Control with Stop &
Go function (MRCC with Stop & Go
function) System Warnings............... 7-45
Message Indicated on Display.......... 7-40
Meters and Gauges............................4-11
Mirrors Outside mirrors............................ 3-28
Rearview mirror.......................... 3-29
Mirror Defogger.......... ...................... 4-53
Moonroof...........................................3-33
O
Odometer and Trip Meter................. 4-12
Outside Mirrors................................. 3-28
Outside Temperature Display............4-15
Overhead Console..... ...................... 5-147
Overhead Lights......... ..................... 5-142
Overheating....................................... 7-21
Overloading....................................... 3-45
Owner Maintenance Closing the Hood.........................6-19
Engine Compartment
Overview..................................... 6-21
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