Mazda B3000 (2002 year). Instruction

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated
in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

Controls the temperature of the
airflow inside the vehicle. On
heater-only systems, the air cannot
be cooled below the outside
temperature.

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow
to the inside of the vehicle.
•

(Panel) – Distributes outside

air through the instrument panel
registers.

• OFF – Outside air is shut out and

the fan will not operate. For short
periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from
entering the vehicle.

•

(Panel and floor) – Distributes outside air through the

instrument panel registers and the floor ducts.

•

(Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts.

•

(Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside air through the floor

ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

•

(Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield

defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

Climate Controls

Operating tips

• In humid weather, place the climate control system in DEF before

driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the
windshield has been cleared, select any desired position.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with the

climate control system in the OFF position.

• Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control

system should be left in any position other than OFF position when
the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the
outside air inlet duct.

• Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate

control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is
parked. This allows the climate control system to be free from
contamination of outside pollutants.

• Do not place objects under the front seat which may interfere with

the airflow to the rear seats.

• Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air intake area (at the base

of the windshield and underneath the hood).

• Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects may

block airflow and reduce your visibility through the windshield. Avoid
placing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objects
can fall into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition to,
damaging your climate control system.

WARNING: Do not place objects on top of the instrument
panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or
sudden stop.

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

Climate Controls

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated
in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

Controls the temperature of the
airflow inside the vehicle.

Mode Selector Control

Controls the direction of the airflow
to the inside of the vehicle.

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except

and

. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside

temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air
during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under
the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you
have stopped the vehicle.
• MAX A/C – Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is

noisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of the
vehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This
mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the
vehicle.

• A/C – Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/C

but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panel
registers.

•

(Panel) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel

registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outside
temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this
mode.

OFF

A/C

MAX

A/C

Climate Controls

• OFF – Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short

periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from
entering the vehicle.

•

(Panel and floor) – Distributes outside air through the

instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air
conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added
customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in
between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through
the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the
instrument panel registers.

•

(Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts.

However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature
because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

•

(Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside air through the

windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air
conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added
customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be
slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If
the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will
automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

•

(Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield

defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.
If the temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner
will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

Operating tips

• In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in

Defrost mode before driving. This will reduce fogging on your
windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate
control system as desired.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather

conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF or
MAX A/C position.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather

conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF
position.

• Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control

system should be left in any position other than the MAX A/C or OFF
when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe”
through the outside air inlet duct.

Climate Controls

• Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate

control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is
parked. This allows the climate control system to be free from
contamination of outside pollutants.

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm

weather conditions, the air conditioner will perform more efficiently in
cooling the vehicle if driven for two or three minutes with the
windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the
vehicle. Once the vehicle has been “aired out”, operate the climate
control system as desired.

• Do not put objects under the front seat which may interfere with the

airflow to the rear seats (if equipped).

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the

bottom of the windshield and underneath the hood).

• Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects can

block airflow and reduce visibility through your windshield. Avoid
placing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objects
may fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition
to, damaging the climate control system.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions:

1. Select the position that distributes air through the Panel and Floor.

2. Set the temperature control to full heat.

3. Set the fan speed to full fan.

4. Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows.

5. To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel

vents.

WARNING: Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel
as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden
stop.

Climate Controls

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control to the
first position to turn on the parking
lamps.

Rotate to the second position to
turn on the headlamps.

FOG LAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

The fog lamps can only be turned
on when the headlamp control is in
the low beams position.

Press the foglamp control to activate
the fog lamps. The fog lamp
indicator light will illuminate. When
the highbeams are activated, the fog
lamps will not operate.

Press the fog lamp control again to deactivate the fog lamps.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.

To activate:
• the ignition must be in the ON position and
• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at
dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp
(DRL) system does not activate with your tail lamps and
generally may not provide adequate lighting during these
conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these
conditions may result in a collision.

OFF

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High beams

Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel and all applicable
switches in the vehicle during
headlamp and parklamp operation.

Move the control to the full upright
position, past detent, to turn on the
interior lamps.

Move the control to the full down
position, past detent, to prevent the interior lights from illuminating
when the doors are opened.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.

If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by your authorized Mazda dealer.

DIM

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left

turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn

signal.

• In vehicles equipped with daytime

running lights, use of the turn
signals will shut off the
highbeams in daytime driving.

COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)

The courtesy lamp lights when:
• any door is opened.
• the instrument panel dimmer

switch is held up until the
courtesy lamps come on.

• the remote entry controls are

pressed and the ignition is OFF.

The reading lamps can be turned on by moving the switch on the dome
lamp to either the left or the right.

BULBS

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:
• Headlamps

• Fog lamps (if equipped)

• High-mount brake lamp

• Brake lamps

• Turn signal lamps

• License plate lamp

• Tail lamps

• Back-up lamps
Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with
new ones. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time,
contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance.

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Using the right bulbs

Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America to assure
lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility.

NOTE: The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the
lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function

Number of bulbs

Trade number

Park/turn lamps
(front)

3157 AK (amber)

Headlamps

9003

Rear stop/tail lamps

3157K

Rear turn lamps

3156K

Rear license plate
lamps

3156K/168

Backup lamp

3156K

Rear/turn/sidemarker

916NA (amber)

Fog lamp (if
equipped)

899

Cargo lamp

211-2

Interior overhead lamp

912 (906)

Front door courtesy
lamp

168

Map lamps

168 (T10)

Ashtray lamp

161

All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.

To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.

Replacing the interior bulbs

Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently:
• interior overhead lamp
• map lamp
For bulb replacement, see an authorized Mazda dealer.

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Replacing headlamp bulbs

WARNING: Handling Halogen Bulbs: When a halogen bulb
breaks, it is dangerous. These bulbs contain pressurized gas. If
one is broken, it will explode and serious injuries could be
caused by the flying glass. If the glass portion of the bulb is
touched with bare hands, body oil could cause the bulb to
overheat and explode when lit. Never touch the glass portion of
the bulb with your bare hands and always wear eye protection
when handling or working around halogen bulbs.
Children and Halogen Bulbs: Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be caused by dropping a
halogen bulb or breaking in some other way. Always keep
halogen bulbs out of the reach of children.

To remove the headlamp bulb:

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in

OFF position, then open the
hood.

2. At the back of the headlamp,

pry up the two retainer pins to
release the headlamp assembly
from the vehicle and pull
headlamp forward.

3. Remove the bulb retaining ring

by rotating it counterclockwise
(when viewed from the rear) to
free it from the bulb socket, and
slide the ring off the plastic
base. Keep the ring to retain the
new bulb.

4. Without turning, remove the old

bulb by gently pulling it straight
back out of the lamp assembly.

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To install the new bulb:

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hands could cause the bulb
to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

NOTE: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.

1. With the flat side of the bulb’s plastic base facing upward, insert the

glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly. You may need to turn
the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the
tabs in the lamp assembly. When the grooves are aligned, push the
bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear
of the lamp assembly.

2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts

the rear of the socket by rotating clockwise until you feel a “stop.”

3. Install the electrical connector into the plastic base until it snaps,

locking it into position.

4. Install the headlamp on vehicle, push rearward and secure with two

retainer pins.

5. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the

headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you
should not need to align it again.

Replacing front side marker bulbs

1. Open the hood.

2. At the back of the headlamp,

pry up the two retainer pins to
release the headlamp assembly
from the vehicle and pull
headlamp forward.

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3. Remove screw(s) from lamp

assembly.

4. Disengage lamp assembly (it has

a snap fit).

5. Rotate bulb socket

counterclockwise and remove
from lamp assembly.

6. Carefully pull bulb straight out

of socket and push in the new
bulb.

7. Install the bulb socket in lamp

assembly by turning clockwise.

8. Align the lamp on the vehicle

and push to snap in place.

9. Install screw(s) on lamp assembly.

10. Install the headlamp on vehicle, push rearward and secure with two

retainer pins.

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Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs

The tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs are
located in the same portion of the
tail lamp assembly, one just below
the other. Follow the same steps to
replace either bulb:

1. Open the tailgate to expose the

lamp assemblies.

2. Remove the four screws and the

lamp assembly from vehicle.

3. Rotate bulb socket

counterclockwise turn and
remove from lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight

out of the socket and push in
the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket in lamp

assembly by turning clockwise.

6. Install the lamp assembly and

secure with four screws.

Replacing fog lamp bulbs

1. Remove the bulb socket from

the fog lamp by turning
counterclockwise.

2. Disconnect the electrical

connector from the fog lamp
bulb.

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3. Connect the electrical connector to the new fog lamp bulb.

4. Install the bulb socket in the fog lamp turning clockwise.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp and cargo lamp bulbs

The replacement of the high-mount brake lamp bulb and cargo lamp bulb
is basically the same. This procedure covers the high-mount brake lamp
bulb.

To remove the brake lamp assembly:

1. Remove the two screws and

lamp assembly from vehicle.

2. Remove the bulb socket from

lamp assembly by rotating it
counterclockwise.

3. Carefully pull bulb straight out

of socket and push in the new
bulb.

To install the brake lamp assembly:

1. Install the bulb socket into the

lamp assembly by rotating
clockwise.

2. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:

1. Reach behind the rear bumper

to locate the bulb socket.

2. Twist the socket

counterclockwise and remove.

3. Pull out the old bulb from

socket and push in the new
bulb.

4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS

Rotate the windshield wiper control
to the desired interval, low or high
speed position.

The bars of varying length are for
intermittent wipers. When in this
position rotate the control upward
for fast intervals and downward for
slow intervals.

Push (tap) the end of the stalk
briefly for a single swipe (no wash).
Push and hold for three swipes with
wash. Push and hold for a longer
wash (up to ten seconds).

Checking the wiper blades

If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and
wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild
detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the
blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.

Windshield wiper blades

Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem
less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments
used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.

Driver Controls

Changing the wiper blades

To replace the wiper blades:

1. Pull the wiper arm away from

the windshield and lock into the
service position.

2. Turn the blade at an angle from

the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the
blade and pull the wiper blade
down toward the windshield to
remove it from the arm.

3. Attach the new wiper to the

wiper arm and press it into
place until a click is heard.

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)

Pull the tilt steering control toward
you to move the steering wheel up
or down. Hold the control while
adjusting the wheel to the desired
position, then release the control to
lock the steering wheel in position.

Driver Controls

Mazda B3000 (2002 year). Instruction - part 5