warning MAZDA MODEL MPV 2004 Owners Manual (in English)

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Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
9
Customer Information and Reporting
Safety Defects
Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment.
Customer Assistance
..................................................................... 9-2
Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ................................................... 9-2
Customer Assistance (Canada) .................................................. 9-4
Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) ........................................... 9-7
Mazda Importer/Distributors
...................................................... 9-8
Importer/Distributor .................................................................. 9-8
Distributor in Each Area ............................................................ 9-8
Warranty
........................................................................................ 9-9
Warranties for Your Mazda ........................................................ 9-9
Outside the United States ........................................................ 9-10
Outside Canada ........................................................................ 9-11
Registering Your Vehicle in A Foreign Country (Except United
States and Canada) .................................................................. 9-12
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories ......................... 9-13
Cell Phones
................................................................................... 9-14
Cell Phones Warning ............................................................... 9-14
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
.................... 9-15
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) ................... 9-15
Reporting Safety Defects
............................................................ 9-17
Reporting Safety Defects ......................................................... 9-17
Service Publications
.................................................................... 9-18
Service Publications ................................................................ 9-18
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Wa r r a n t y
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
Non-genuine parts and accessories for Mazda vehicles can be found in stores.
These may fit your vehicle, but they are not approved by Mazda for use with Mazda
vehicles. When you install non-genuine parts or accessories, they could affect your
vehicle’s performance or safety system; the Mazda warranty doesn’t cover this. Before you
install any non-genuine parts or accessories, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Mazda assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of add-on non-genuine parts or accessories.
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and Accessories
Installation of Non-Genuine Parts or Accessories:
Installation of non-genuine parts or accessories is dangerous. Improperly designed
parts or accessories could seriously affect your vehicle’s performance or safety system.
This could cause you to have an accident or increase your chances of injuries in an
accident. Always consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer before you install non-genuine
parts or accessories.
Add-On Electrical and Electronic Equipment:
Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment or choosing an
improper installer is dangerous. Essential systems could be damaged, causing engine
stalling, air-bag (SRS) activation, ABS inactivation, or a fire in the vehicle.
Be very careful in choosing and installing add-on electrical equipment, such as
mobile telephones, two-way radios, stereo systems, and car alarm systems.
WARNING
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Cell Phones
Cell Phones Warning
Use of Cell Phones and Other Devices by Driver:
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 leave the hands free to drive the vehicle. Never use a cell phone or
other electrical devices while the vehicle is moving and, instead, concentrate on the
full-time job of driving.
Please comply to the legal regulations concerning the use of communication
equipment in vehicles in your country.
WARNING
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Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, and
temperature performance.

Tre a d We a r
The tread wear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified government test course.
For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one-and-a-half times as well on the government
course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however,
and may depart significantly from the norm because of variations in driving habits, service
practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.

Traction-AA, A, B, C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C. These grades represent
the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on
specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor
traction performance.

Temperature-A, B, C
The temperature grades A (the highest), B, and C, represent the tire’s resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire
life, and excessive temperatures can lead to sudden tire failure.
Grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger vehicle tires must meet
under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent
higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by
law.
Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight ahead) traction
tests and does not include acceleration cornering (turning), hydroplaning, or peak
traction characteristics.
WARNING
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
Form No. 8S06-EA-03H
These grades will be added to the sidewalls of passenger vehicle tires over the next several
years according to a schedule established by the NHTSA and the tire manufacturers.
The grade of tires available as standard or optional equipment on Mazda vehicle may vary
with respect to grade.
ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO THESE GRADES AND
TO ALL OTHER FEDERAL TIRE-SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

Uniform Tire Quality Grading
Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder
and maximum section width.
For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated
and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either
separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
WARNING
UTQGS MARK (example)
TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA
TEMPERATURE A
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Index
A
Accessory Socket ............................. 6-52
Add-On Non-Genuine Parts and
Accessories
...................................... 9-13
Air Bag Systems
.............................. 2-56
Air Filter
.......................................... 8-19
Antenna
............................................ 6-14
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
........ 5-7
Warning light
.............................. 5-8
Appearance Care
.............................. 8-43
Ashtray
............................................. 6-45
Audio System
................................... 6-14
Audio control switch
................ 6-38
Audio set
................................... 6-21
Operating tips for
audio system
............................. 6-14
Safety certification
.................... 6-40
Automatic Transaxle
Driving tips
............................... 5-13
Fluid
.......................................... 8-16
Overdrive
.................................. 5-12
Shift-lock override
.................... 5-12
Shift-lock system
...................... 5-11
Transaxle ranges
....................... 5-10
B
Battery
Emergency starting
................... 7-17
Maintenance
............................. 8-24
Specifications
........................... 10-4
Beep Sounds
Ignition key reminder
............... 5-33
Lights-on reminder
................... 5-33
Power sliding door beep
........... 5-33
Seat belt warning beep
.............. 5-33
Before Starting the Engine
................. 4-6
After getting in
........................... 4-6
Before getting in
......................... 4-6
B
Body Lubrication ............................. 8-19
Bottle Holder
.................................... 6-48
Brake
Fluid
.......................................... 8-15
Brakes
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
....5-7
Foot brake
................................... 5-4
Pad wear indicator
...................... 5-8
Parking brake
.............................. 5-5
Warning light
.............................. 5-6
Break-In Period
.................................. 4-7
Bulb Replacement
............................ 8-31
C
Capacities ......................................... 10-5
Carbon Monoxide
.............................. 4-5
Cargo Securing Loops
...................... 6-51
Catalytic Converter
............................ 4-3
Cell Phones
...................................... 9-14
Child Restraint
Child restraint precautions
........ 2-41
Installing child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-45
LATCH child-restraint
systems
...................................... 2-53
Child Safety Locks for Rear
Doors
................................................ 3-12
Cigarette Lighter
.............................. 6-44
Climate Control System
.....................6-2
Gas specifications
..................... 10-5
Courtesy Lights
................................ 6-44
Cruise Control
.................................. 5-14
Cup Holder
....................................... 6-46
Customer Assistance
.......................... 9-2
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D
Dashboard Illumination ................... 5-23
Daytime Running Lights
.................. 5-35
Defroster
Rear window
............................. 5-38
Dimensions
...................................... 10-5
Door Locks
......................................... 3-8
Driving In Flooded Area
.................. 4-11
Driving Tips
....................................... 4-7
Automatic transaxle
.................. 5-13
Break-in period
........................... 4-7
Driving in flooded area
............. 4-11
Hazardous driving
....................... 4-8
Money-saving suggestions
.......... 4-7
Rocking the vehicle
.................... 4-9
Winter driving
............................. 4-9
E
Easy Closure .................................... 3-12
Emergency Starting
.......................... 7-17
Flooded engine
.......................... 7-17
Jump-starting
............................ 7-18
Push-starting
............................. 7-21
Emergency Towing
.......................... 7-22
Emission Control System
................... 4-3
Engine
Coolant
...................................... 8-12
Exhaust gas
................................. 4-5
Hood release
............................. 3-24
Oil
............................................. 8-10
Overheating
............................... 7-15
Starting
........................................ 5-3
Engine Compartment Overview
........ 8-9
Engine Coolant
Overheating
............................... 7-15
Engine Coolant Temperature
Gauge
............................................... 5-22
Exhaust Gas
....................................... 4-5
E
Exterior Care ....................................8-45
Eyeglass Holder
................................6-49
F
Flasher
Hazard warning
.........................5-39
Headlights
.................................5-34
Flat Tire
..............................................7-3
Changing
.....................................7-8
Spare tire and tool storage
...........7-3
Fluids
Classification
.............................10-4
Owner maintenance
.....................8-7
Fog Lights
........................................5-36
Foot Brake
..........................................5-4
Front Console
...................................6-50
Front Seats
(Electrically Operated Seats)
..............2-8
Front Seats
(Manually Operated Seats)
.................2-3
Fuel
Filler lid and cap
.......................3-23
Gauge
........................................5-23
Requirements
..............................4-2
Tank capacity
............................10-5
Fuses
.................................................8-38
Panel description
.......................8-40
Replacement
..............................8-38
G
Gauges ..............................................5-20
Glove Box
........................................6-50
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H
Hazard Warning Flasher .................. 5-39
Hazardous Driving
............................. 4-8
Headlights
Control
...................................... 5-34
Flashing
.................................... 5-34
High-low beam
......................... 5-34
On reminder
.............................. 5-34
Hood Release
................................... 3-24
Horn
................................................. 5-39
I
Ignition
Keys
............................................ 3-2
Switch
......................................... 5-2
Illuminated Entry System
................ 6-42
Immobilizer System
......................... 3-28
Indicator Lights
................................ 5-24
Cruise Main
.............................. 5-32
Cruise set
.................................. 5-32
Headlight high-beam
................ 5-31
O/D OFF
................................... 5-31
Security
..................................... 5-30
Shift position
............................ 5-31
TCS
........................................... 5-31
TCS OFF
.................................. 5-32
Turn-signal/hazard warning
...... 5-32
Instrument Cluster
........................... 5-20
Interior Care
..................................... 8-48
Interior Lights
.................................. 6-42
J
Jump-Starting ................................... 7-18
K
Keyless Entry System ........................ 3-3
Keys
................................................... 3-2
L
Label Information ............................ 10-2
Lane-Change Signals
....................... 5-35
Liftgate
............................................. 3-18
Light Bulbs
Replacement
.............................. 8-31
Specifications
............................ 10-6
Lighter
.............................................. 6-44
Lighting Control
............................... 5-34
Lubricant Quality
............................. 10-4
Luggage Compartment Light
........... 6-44
M
Maintenance
Introduction
................................. 8-2
Owner maintenance
precautions
.................................. 8-8
Owner maintenance schedule
..... 8-7
Scheduled
.................................... 8-3
Map Lights
....................................... 6-43
Meters and Gauges
........................... 5-20
Mirrors
Outside mirrors
......................... 3-33
Rearview mirror
........................ 3-34
Money-Saving Suggestions
................ 4-7
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O
Odometer and Trip Meter ................ 5-21
Outside Mirrors
................................ 3-33
Overhead Console
............................ 6-49
Overhead Lights
............................... 6-42
Overheating
...................................... 7-15
Overloading
...................................... 4-11
P
Paint Damage ................................... 8-43
Parking Brake
..................................... 5-5
Parking in an Emergency
................... 7-2
Power Door Locks
........................... 3-10
Power Sliding Doors
........................ 3-13
Power Steering
................................. 5-14
Fluid
.......................................... 8-16
Power Windows
............................... 3-19
Push-Starting
.................................... 7-21
R
Rear Console .................................... 6-51
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
......... 3-12
Rear Quarter Windows
.................... 3-22
Rear Window Defroster
................... 5-38
Rear Window Washer
...................... 5-38
Rear Window Wiper
........................ 5-38
Rearview Mirror
............................... 3-34
Recreational Towing
........................ 7-23
Registering Your Vehicle in
A Foreign Country
........................... 9-12
Rocking the Vehicle
........................... 4-9
S
Safety Defects, Reporting ................9-17
Seat Belt System
2-point type
...............................2-37
3-point type
...............................2-33
Automatic locking
.....................2-32
Emergency locking
...................2-32
Extender
....................................2-39
Pregnant women
........................2-31
Pretensioner and load
limiting
......................................2-35
Seat belt precautions
.................2-30
Warning beep
............................2-40
Warning light
............................2-40
Seats
Flat folding
................................2-28
Front seat
(Electrically operated seats)
........2-8
Front seat
(Manually operated seats)
...........2-3
Second-row seats
.......................2-13
Third-Row Seat
.........................2-20
Second-row seats
..............................2-13
Security System
Immobilizer system
...................3-28
Theft-deterrent system
..............3-31
Service Publications
.........................9-18
Shopping Bag Hooks
........................6-52
Side Extention Sunvisors
.................6-41
Spare Tire and Tool Storage
...............7-3
Specifications
...................................10-4
Speedometer
.....................................5-21
SRS Air Bags
How the Air Bags Work
............2-63
Supplemental restraint systems
precautions
................................2-56
Starting the Engine
.............................5-3
Steering Wheel
.................................3-33
Horn
..........................................5-39
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S
Storage Box ..................................... 6-50
Storage Compartments
..................... 6-49
Cargo securing loops
................ 6-51
Eyeglass holder
......................... 6-49
Front console
............................ 6-50
Glove box
................................. 6-50
Overhead console
..................... 6-49
Rear console
............................. 6-51
Shopping bag hooks
................. 6-52
Storage box
............................... 6-50
Under seat tray
.......................... 6-50
Sunroof/Moonroof
........................... 3-25
Sunshade
.......................................... 3-27
Sunvisors
.......................................... 6-41
T
Tachometer ...................................... 5-22
Temporary Spare Tire
...................... 8-29
Theft-Deterrent System
................... 3-31
Third-row seat
.................................. 2-20
Tiedown
Hook
......................................... 7-23
Tires
Flat tire
........................................ 7-3
Inflation pressure
...................... 8-27
Replacement
............................. 8-29
Rotation
.................................... 8-28
Snow tires
................................. 4-10
Spare tire and tool storage
.......... 7-3
Specifications
........................... 10-7
Tire chains
................................ 4-10
Uniform tire quality
grading system (UTQGS)
......... 9-15
Tool
.................................................... 7-3
Towing
Description
............................... 7-22
Emergency towing
.................... 7-22
T
Recreational towing .................. 7-23
Trailer towing
........................... 4-12
Traction Control System (TCS)
....... 5-18
TCS indicator light
.................... 5-18
TCS OFF indicator light
........... 5-19
TCS OFF switch
....................... 5-19
Trailer Towing
................................. 4-12
Trip Meter
........................................ 5-21
Turn and Lane-Change Signals
........ 5-35
U
Under Seat Tray ............................... 6-50
V
Vanity Mirrors .................................. 6-41
Vehicle Information Labels
............. 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................ 5-24
ABS
........................................... 5-29
Air bag system
.......................... 5-29
Brake system
............................. 5-26
Charging system
....................... 5-27
Check engine
............................. 5-28
Door-ajar
................................... 5-30
Engine oil pressure
.................... 5-28
Front seat belt pretensioner
system
....................................... 5-29
Immobilizer system
................... 5-30
Low fuel
.................................... 5-30
Seat belt
..................................... 5-30
Warranty
............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid
.................................... 8-18
Weights
............................................ 10-5
Wheel Replacement
......................... 8-30
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