charging MAZDA MODEL MPV 2005 Owners Manual (in English)

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Warning/Indicator Lights
Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas
Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page
Brake System Warning Light 5-26
Charging System Warning Light 5-27
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5-27
Check Engine Light 5-27
ABS Warning Light 5-28
Air Bag/Front Seat Belt Pretensioner System Warning Light 5-29
Low Fuel Warning Light 5-29
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Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
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qCharging System Warning Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and turns off when the engine is
started.
If the warning light illuminates while
driving, it indicates a malfunction of the
alternator or of the charging system.
Drive to the side of the road and park off
the right-of-way. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't continue driving when the
charging system warning light is
illuminated.
qEngine Oil Pressure Warning
Light
This warning light illuminates when the
ignition switch is turned to the ON
position and turns off when the engine is
started.
This warning light indicates low engine
oil pressure.If the light illuminates while driving:
1. Drive to the side of the road and park
off the right-of-way.
2. Turn off the engine and inspect the
engine oil level (page 8-11). If it's low,
add oil.
3. Check the light.
If the light remains illuminated even after
you add oil, have your vehicle towed to
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
CAUTION
Don't run the engine if oil pressure is
low. It could result in extensive engine
damage.
qCheck Engine Light
If this light comes on while driving, the
vehicle may have a problem. It is
important to note the driving conditions
when the light came on and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
The check engine light may come on in
the following cases:
lThe fuel tank level being very low or
approaching empty.
lThe engine's electrical system has a
problem.
lThe emission control system has a
problem.
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Lighting Control
qHeadlights
To turn on the lights, turn the headlight
switch on the end of the control lever.
Switch Position
Headlights Off Off On
Taillights
Parking lights
License lights
Side-marker lightsOff On On
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery, don't
leave the lights on while the engine is
off.
qLights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed
from the ignition switch, a beep sound
will be heard when the driver's door is
opened.
qHeadlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beam.
Pull it back for low.
High beam
Low beam
qFlashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully
toward you. The headlight switch need
not be on, and the lever will return to the
normal position when released.
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Switches and Controls
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Accessory Socketsí
The ignition switch must be in the ACC
or ON position.
Only use genuine Mazda accessories or
the equivalent requiring no greater than
120 W (DC12 V, 10 A).
Front
Cap
Rear
CAUTION
To prevent accessory socket damage or
electrical failure, pay attention to the
following:
lDon't use accessories that require
more than 120 W (DC12 V, 10 A).
lDon't use accessories that are not
genuine Mazda accessories or the
equivalent.
lClose the cover when the accessory
socket is not in use.
lCorrectly insert the plug into the
accessory socket.
NOTE
To prevent discharging the battery, don't
use the socket for long periods with the
engine off or idling.
Interior Comfort
Interior Equipment
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Tachometer ........................................ 5-22
Temporary Spare Tire ....................... 8-28
Theft-Deterrent System ..................... 3-29
Third-row seat ................................... 2-20
Tiedown
Hook .......................................... 7-24
Tires
Flat tire ......................................... 7-3
Inflation pressure ........................ 8-27
Replacement ............................... 8-28
Rotation ...................................... 8-27
Snow tires .................................... 4-9
Spare tire and tool storage ............ 7-3
Specifications ............................. 10-6
Tire chains .................................... 4-9
Uniform tire quality grading system
(UTQGS) ................................... 9-15
Tool ..................................................... 7-3
Towing
Description ................................. 7-23
Emergency towing ..................... 7-23
Recreational towing ................... 7-24
Trailer towing ............................. 4-12
Traction Control System (TCS) ........ 5-17
TCS indicator light ..................... 5-18
TCS OFF indicator light ............ 5-18
TCS OFF switch ........................ 5-18
Trailer Towing .................................. 4-12
Trip Meter ......................................... 5-21
Turn and Lane-Change Signals ......... 5-34
U
Under Seat Tray ................................ 6-55
V
Vanity Mirrors ................................... 6-45
V
Vehicle Information Labels ............... 10-2
W
Warning Lights ................................. 5-24
ABS ............................................ 5-28
Air bag system ........................... 5-29
Brake system .............................. 5-26
Charging system ......................... 5-27
Check engine .............................. 5-27
Door-ajar .................................... 5-29
Engine oil pressure ..................... 5-27
Front seat belt pretensioner
system ........................................ 5-29
Immobilizer system .................... 5-30
Low fuel ..................................... 5-29
Seat belt ...................................... 5-29
Warranty .............................................. 9-9
Washer Fluid ..................................... 8-18
Weights ............................................. 10-5
Wheel Replacement .......................... 8-29
Windows
Power windows .......................... 3-18
Rear quarter windows ................ 3-21
Windshield Washer ........................... 5-36
Windshield Wipers ............................ 5-36
Blades replacement .................... 8-21
Winter Driving .................................... 4-9
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