Mazda 2008 B2300 Truck User Manual

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 17Entertainment Systems 19AM/FM stereo 19AM/FM stereo with single CD 21AM/FM ste

Headlamp control(pg. 42)Instrument panel dimmercontrol(pg. 43)Instrument cluster(pg. 12)Speed control*(pg. 57)Hood release(pg. 222)Driver air bag(pg.

WARNING: Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’sinstructions included with the safety seat you put in yourvehicle. If you do not install and use th

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, routethe tongue through the childseat according to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckleand pull up on the shoulder beltwhile pushing down with kneeon the child seat.8. Al

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):• Bucket seats• 60/40 seatsWARNING: Attach the tether str

3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position.The tether anchor is located on therear lower portion of the passengerseat.4. Clip the

Center seating location 60/40 seats with folding armrestWhen installing a child safety seat in the center position, route the tetherstrap over the cen

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary

• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUV’s and

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

4wd control*(pg. 162)Audio system(pg. 19)Passenger airbagindicator(pg. 91)Auxiliary power point*(pg. 54)Climate control system(pg. 39)Cigar lighter*(p

Glossary of tire terminology• Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes,recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired

door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than therecommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label orTire Label.Whe

7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts orbulges.TIRE CAREInspecting your tiresPeriodically inspect the tire treads for uneven o

WARNING: AgeTires degrade over time depending on many factors such asweather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressur

WARNING: Only use replacement tires and wheels that are thesame size, load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metricversus LT-metric or all-seaso

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair.The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originall

Tire and wheel alignmentA bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (

Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at aMazda dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tireimbalance or

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire.5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you changeyour wheel size, you will have to purchase new

8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins withthe letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federalstandards. The next two n

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tiremanufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including inter

When your temporary spare tire is installedWhen one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporaryspare, the TPMS system will continue to

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated1. Check your tire pressure toensure tir

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecomm

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loadingyour vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour ve

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation couldresult in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.Steps for determining the

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (12x 100) = 1400

4x2 w/manual transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab2.3L

4x4 w/manual transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab3.0L

4x2 w/automatic transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer - ft2(m2)Cab Plus 42.

4x4 w/automatic transmissionEngine RearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - lb.(kg)Maximumtrailerweight - lb.(kg)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer - ft2(m2)Regular Cab3

Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected; have the systemserviced immediately by

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized dealer or arel

Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.

Refer to the following chart for information regarding thefactory-equipped trailer tow connector:Trailer tow connectorColor Function Comment1. Dark Gr

• Anticipate stops and brake gradually.• Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.Servicing after towingIf you tow a trailer for

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components:• causing internal damage to the components.• affecting driveability, emissions and

• Place the transmission in N (Neutral).• Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles (80 km).• Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed.• Put 4x4 switch

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows theelectrical accessories such asthe radio to operate while theengine is not running.2. LOCK, lo

When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator beforeor during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficultystarting

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle

• steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicleSome warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights andchimes in the Instr

Engine coolant temperature:Illuminates when the engine coolanttemperature is high. Stop thevehicle as soon as possible , switch off the engine and let

ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in startingand allows the heater/defroster system to respo

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear ofall combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper andsimilar items

travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking is done and normal brakeoperation resumes. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while brakingunder panic

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and thehandling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.Pull the release lever t

• Loose or worn suspension componentsTRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Brake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gear

WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brakewarning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not beworking properly. See your author

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to theLOCK position and remove the ke

2 (Second)Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additionalengine braking on downgrades.1 (First)• Provides maximum engine braking

NOTE: If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.Anti-theft system: Flashes whenthe SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theftSystem has been activa

Failure to fully depress the clutch pedal to the floor may causeincreased shift efforts, prematurely wear transmissioncomponents or damage the transmi

3. Turn the ignition off.WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may moveunexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and setthe parki

4WD system indicator lights• 4x4 - Momentarily illuminateswhen the vehicle is started.Illuminates when 4H (4WD High)is engaged.• 4x4 LOW – Momentarily

2. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place thetransmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manualtransmission, depress

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement• If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ea

Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,

When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higherthan the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. If theignition system

Driving on snow and iceA 4WD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan skid like any other vehicle.Avoid sudden applications of

HAZARD FLASHER CONTROLThe hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ign

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the right side of thepassenger footwell, behind the fusepanel door.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription1 5A Instrument panel dimmer switch2 10A Tra

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription10 10A Cluster (RUN/START), 4x4 module(RUN/START)11 10A Smart Junction Box

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment Fuse PanelDescription31 20A Front park lamps, Rear park lamps,License plate lamps, Dimmer switch

2.3L engine (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 40A** Passeng

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description15 — Not used16 — Not used17 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module18 — Not used1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description44 15A* Ignition coil, Capacitor45A — Not used45B — Not used46A — Fuel pump relay, F

3.0L and 4.0L engines (if equipped)The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 40A

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description15 — Not used16 — Not used17 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module18 — Not used1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description44 15A* Ignition coil, Capacitor45A — Not used45B — Not used46A — A/C clutch solenoi

Trip odometer: Registers the miles(kilometers) of individual journeys.Press the button once until “TRIP”appears in the display (thisrepresents the tri

WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for importantinformation. If the tire pressure monito

• Comfort and noise• Ground clearance and parking at curbs• Winter weather driving capability• Wet weather driving capabilityFor vehicles equipped wit

Stopping and securing the vehicle1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and placegearshift lever in P (Park)(automatic transmission) or 1

When connecting the jack handle, assemble the following:• one handle extension and onetypical extension. To assemble,slide parts together. Todisconnec

3. Insert the square end of thejack handle into the rear accesshole located just above the rearbumper and below the tailgate.Forward motion will stop

1. Block the diagonally oppositewheel.2. Insert tapered end of the lugwrench behind hub caps andtwist them off.3. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half tu

• RearNever use the differential as ajacking point. It is too easy forthe vehicle to tilt or fall and youcan be injured.5. Remove the wheel lug nuts w

Stowing the flat/spare tireNote: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result infailure of cable or loss of spare tire.1. Lay the tire

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove anycorrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mountingsurfaces of the wheel or the surface

• If steam is coming from the engine compartment: do not go nearthe front of the vehicle. Stop the engine, then turn the ignition switchto the ON posi

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss ofvehicle control, accident and injury. Mazda stronglyreco

transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation isconsidered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmission. Over

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery andthe fuel inje

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thebooster vehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE (U.S.A. MAINLAND AND HAWAII)Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here toserve you. All Authorized Mazd

4. Purchase date and current mileage5. Your authorized dealer’s name and location6. Your question(s)If you live outside the U.S.A., please contact you

6. Your authorized dealer’s name and location7. The nature of your problem and/or cause of dissatisfaction.The Department, in cooperation with the loc

CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories. Consumerswishing to obtain further information about the Program can obtain aninformatio

Seating and Safety Restraints 69Seating 69Safety restraints 71Airbags 86Child restraints 94Tires, Wheels and Loading 106Tire information 109Tire infla

2. CLK —To set the time:Ensure that your audio systemis turned off. Press and holdCLK until the hours flash in thedisplay. PressAUDIO to adjust the ho

If you have any questions or recommendations for improvementregarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by AuthorizedMazda Dealer personn

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufactureror its representative is unable to repair a motor veh

CANADAMazda Canada, Inc.55 Vogell RoadRichmond Hill, Ontario L4B 3K5 CanadaTEL: 1 (800) 263–4680 (in Canada)(416) 609–9909 (outside Canada)PUERTO RICO

• California Emission Control Warranty (if applicable)• Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty• Tire WarrantyNOTE: Detailed warranty infor

vehicles built for use in Canada could be eligible for exportation to theUnited States with specific vehicle modifications to comply with theUnited St

WARNING: Add-On Electrical and Electronic Equipment:Incorrectly choosing or installing improper add-on equipment orchoosing an improper installer coul

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, you should

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo.• Never use strong household detergents or soap, s

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.• Always

• 2.3L Engine• 3.0L Engine2.3L16 VALVE2008 B-Series (mbs)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus)Cleaning209

7. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turnthe system ON/OFF. Turn toadjust the volume levels.If the volume is set above acertain level, and the ignition isturned

• 4.0L Engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR

a special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated carwash faciliti

UNDERBODYFlush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body anddoor drain holes free from packed dirt.MAZDA CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Mazd

INTRODUCTIONBe extremely careful to prevent injury to yourself and others or damageto your vehicle when using this manual for inspection and maintenan

CHART SYMBOLSI: Inspect and if necessary, correct, clean or replaceA AdjustR: ReplaceL: LubricateNormal driving service intervals — perform at the mon

Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),whichever comes first)Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48x 1000 miles 5 10 1

*5 The California Air Resources Board has determined that the failure toperform this maintenance item will not nullify the emission warranty norlimit

Maintenance ItemMaintenance Interval (Number of months or Miles (km),whichever comes first)Months 52 56 60 64 68 72 76 80 84 88 92 96x 1000 miles 65 7

SCHEDULE 2 — SPECIAL OPERATING CONDITIONSIf your driving habits FREQUENTLY include one or more of thefollowing conditions:• Short trips of less than 1

Special OperatingConditionsReplace Engine Oil and FilterInspect Brake SystemReplace Fuel FilterChange Automatic Transmission FluidReplace Spark PlugsR

3. MUTE: Press to mute theplaying media. Press again toreturn to the playing media.4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedlyto scroll through the followingmodes

OWNER MAINTENANCEOwner Maintenance ScheduleThe owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicleinspections at the indicated intervals

• Check lap/shoulder belts and seat latches for wear and function.• Check air pressure in spare tire.• Check windshield washer spray and wiper operati

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.3. Block the wheels.• Manual transmission/transaxle:1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place t

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.3L I4 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Engine oil dipstick4.

3.0L V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir3. Engine oil filler cap4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmi

4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir2. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission)3. Engine oil filler cap4. Engine oil di

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away fromthe vehicle. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiper arm. Pushthe lock pin manually to releas

• 2.3L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engineMAXMIN2008 B-Series (mbs)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus)Maintenance and Specifications228

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is between the two holes or between

select either RETURN or CANCEL.Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NOSONGS.• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press SEEKto delete all

• 3.0L V6 engineSAE 5W-20• 4.0L SOHC V6 engineSAE 5W-30• Oil levels above the MAX mark or upper hole may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed

7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.Adding engine oil1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engineoil

automobile manufacturers. Use an equivalent oil Mazda specification.SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durabilityperformance meeting all

oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If areplacement oil filter is used that does not meet Mazda Material anddesign spe

It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for anextended period of

5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.• The vehicle may need

• an accurate temperature readout from the engine coolantgauge.The engine coolant must be maintained at the correct fluid leveland concentration to wo

• 3.0L & 4.0L enginesWhen the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fi

Adding engine coolantUse only Mazda Genuine Engine Coolant or a premium enginecoolant that meets a Mazda specification.• DO NOT USE Extended Life Engi

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when

5. TUNE: Press to manually godown/up ( / ) the radiofrequency and also to selectvarious settings in menu mode.6. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press toplay the cur

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.Your coolin

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damag

In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK to select a channel withinthat category. PressSEEK to seek to the previous/next channelin the selected category. Press an

15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turnON/OFF. Turn toincrease/decrease volume.If the volume is set above acertain level and the ignition isturned off, the v

1. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.2. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3mode. If a CD/MP3 is already inthe system, the disc will startplaying.

SATELLITE RADIO MENU (ifequipped): Press MENU whensatellite radio mode is active toaccess. Press SEEKto enterinto the satellite radio menu. Press/ to

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press SEEK to delete all song’s from thesystem’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? PressSEEKto confirm deletion of all

Maintenance and Specifications 213Engine compartment 223Engine oil 227Battery 233Engine coolant 235Fuel information 241Air filter(s) 258Maintenance pr

8. TUNE/DISC:In radio mode,press to manually go down/up(/ ) the radio frequency,or to access another CD/MP3.Also use in menu mode to select various se

15. SEEK/TRACK:In radio, CDand MP3 flat file mode,press/ to access theprevious/next strong station ortrack. In MP3 directory mode, press to select the

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD/MP3.To load a CD/MP3 disc to aspecific slot, press LOAD andselect the slot number by pressing the memory preset buttons.

6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE IN appears inthe display.You should hear audio from your portable music player although itmay

Radio reception factors:There are three factors that can affect radio reception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, thewea

Do not use any irregular shapedCDs or discs with a scratchprotection film attached.CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in anaudio mute.Unli

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio for theselected channel.No action required.This m

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Song title informationnot available.Song title informationnot available at thistime on this channel.The

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment:Controls the volume of aircirculated in the vehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls the tempe

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in

• Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector inMAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicleto “breathe”

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Foglam

Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a redu

switch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions.A

3. Turn on the low beamheadlamps and open the hood.4. Locate the high intensity area ofthe beam pattern and place thetop edge of the intensity zoneeve

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSCourtesy/reading lamps (if equ

Function Number ofbulbsTrade numberPark/turn/side marker lamps (front) 2 3157 A (amber)Headlamps 2 9007Fog lamps (if equipped) 2 9006Hi-mount brake la

WARNING: Children and Halogen Bulbs: Playing with a halogenbulb is dangerous. Serious injuries could be caused by droppinga halogen bulb or breaking i

tabs in the lamp assembly. When the grooves are aligned, push thebulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rearof the lamp assem

WARNING: In the event of an accident the Fuel pump shut-offswitch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine.The switch can also be acti

5. Carefully pull bulb straight outof socket and push in the newbulb.6. Install the bulb socket in lampassembly by turning clockwise.7. Align the lamp

Replacing fog lamp bulbsWARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulbbreaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. Ifone is bro

Replacing license plate lamp bulbsThe license plate bulbs are locatedbehind the rear bumper. To changethe license plate lamp bulbs:1. Reach behind the

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers(from desired interval to low or hi

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel

The auxiliary power points arelocated on the instrument panel.Do not use the power point foroperating the cigarette lighterelement (if equipped).To pr

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows.• Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open.• Pull up and hold the switch

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)With spee

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, youmay want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.• If the vehicle speed decreas

Reducing speed while using speed controlThere are three ways to reduce aset speed:• Press and hold the CST - controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage.

Deactivating overdrivePress the Transmission ControlSwitch (TCS) located on the end ofthe gearshift lever. The O/D Offindicator light will illuminate

Activating bed extender TheftDeterrent Device:The following procedure can bedone with the bed extender in thestowed or extended position.1. Locate the

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency.If

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to:• unlock the vehicle doors withouta key.• lock all the vehicle doors withouta

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 2(LOCK) or 3 (OFF) position.Replacing the batteryThe remote entry transmitter uses

transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take allremote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer forreprogramming.How to reprogram

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:• the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or• the remote transmitter lock

Vehicles equipped with the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft systembehave as follows:• When the ignition is in the 1(OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator wi

1. Insert a previously programmedcoded key into the ignition.2. Turn the ignition from the 3(OFF) position to the 4 (ON)position. Keep the ignition in

SEATINGAdjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when thevehicle is moving. The seat could slid

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.WARNING: Please read the section Airbag supple

Pull lever located at the side of theseat cushion up to adjust seatback.60/40 seat (if equipped)To gain access to the storagecompartment in your armre

To return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then pushthe seatback up to lock it in place. The seat will lock, and you will haveto

• Front passenger sensing system• Passenger Airbag Off indicator light.• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.• Restraint sy

Driver’s seat position sensorThe driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System™ totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-st

Front seat belt usage sensorsThe front seat belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver andfront outboard passenger seat belts are fastened. T

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System™ serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unlessserviced, the

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specificseat belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and onetongue that are designed to be u

WARNING: The lap belts should fit snugly and as low aspossible around the hips, not around the waist. Failure toposition the lap belt correctly may ca

movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph(8 km/h) or mor

How to disengage the automatic locking modeDisconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic l

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s ManualProtecting theEnvironmentFasten Seat Be

• Regular Cab and four–door CabPlus 4To lower the shoulder belt height,push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the heightof the sh

shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide onseatback (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (ifequipped),

Belt-Minder姞The Belt-Minder威 feature is a supplemental warning to the seat beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders byintermit

If... Then...The driver’s or front passenger’sseat belt becomes unbuckled forapproximately 1 minute while thevehicle is traveling at least 3 mph(5 km/

Reasons given... Consider...⬙The people I’mwith don’t wearbelts⬙Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times moreoften in vehicles with TWO or MORE peop

• The parking brake is set• The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission)• The ignition switch is in the OFF position• The driver and front pa

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The airbag supplemental restraint system is designed to work inconjunction with the seat belts to help prote

WARNING: Airbags DO NOTinflate slowly or gently and therisk of injury from a deployingairbag is greatest close to thetrim covering the airbagmodule. A

WARNING: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm(10 inches) between an occupant’s chest

Children and airbagsFor additional important safety information, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide.WARNING: Do not install achild

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsPower Window LockoutPersonal Alarm SystemFeatureEngine OilEngine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperatureDo Not Open When

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness lights will eitherflash or stay lit.• The readiness lights w

• the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat,• a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period oftime,W

the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, then the occupant shouldbe advised to ride in the back seat.OccupantPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPasse

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system toaccommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Mazda CustomerRelationship Center a

NOTE: Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with anyinfant or child restraint you might use.WARNING: Do not install a child seat in a

Child booster seatsChildren outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/sho

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi

Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose abooster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never upacross the sto

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo