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5. Remove the metal stiffeners from each

blade rubber and install them in the
new blade.

CAUTION

Ø Don't bend or discard the

stiffeners. You need to use them
again.

Ø If the metal stiffeners are

switched, the blade's wiping
efficiency could be reduced.
So don't use the driver's side metal
stiffeners on the passenger's side,
or vice versa.

Ø Be sure to reinstall the metal

stiffeners in the new blade rubber
so that the curve is the same as it
was in the old blade rubber.

6. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.

Then install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.

qReplacing Rear Window Wiper

Blade

When the wiper no longer cleans well, the
blade is probably worn or cracked.
Replace it.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arm
and other components, don't try to
sweep the wiper arm by hand.

1. Remove the cover and raise the wiper

arm.

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2. Firmly rotate the wiper blade to the

right until it unlocks, then remove the
blade.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the rear
window let the wiper arm down
easily, don't let it slap down on the
rear window.

3. Pull down the blade rubber and slide it

out of the blade holder.

4. Remove the metal stiffeners from each

blade rubber and install them in the
new blade.

CAUTION

Don't bend or discard the stiffeners.
You need to use them again.

5. Carefully insert the new blade rubber.

Then install the blade assembly in the
reverse order of removal.

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Battery

WARNING

Wash hands after handling the battery and related accessories:

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm.

Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting

to ensure safe and correct handling:

Always wear eye protection when working near the battery:

Working without eye protection is dangerous. Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID
which could cause blindness if splashed into your eyes. Also, hydrogen gas produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode.

Wear eye protection and protective gloves to prevent contact with battery

fluid:

Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID which could cause serious injuries if it gets in
eyes, or on the skin or clothing. If this happens, immediately flush your eyes with
water for 15 minutes or wash your skin thoroughly and get medical attention.

Always keep batteries out of the reach of children:

Allowing children to play near batteries is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or on the skin.

Keep flames and sparks away from open battery cells and do not allow metal

tools to contact the positive (

) or negative ( ) terminal of the battery when

working near a battery. Do not allow the positive (

) terminal to contact the vehicle

body:

Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced
during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An
exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open battery cells.

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Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from open battery cells:

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NOTE

Remove the battery cover before performing
battery maintenance.

qBattery Maintenance

To get the best service from a battery:

Keep it securely mounted.

Keep the top clean and dry.

Keep terminals and connections clean,
tight, and coated with petroleum jelly
or terminal grease.

Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.

If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the battery
cables.

Tires

For reasons of proper performance, safety,
and better fuel economy, always maintain
recommended tire inflation pressures and
stay within the recommended load limits
and weight distribution.

WARNING

Using Different Tire Types:

Driving your vehicle with different
types of tires is dangerous. It could
cause poor handling and poor
braking; leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the
temporary spare tire, use only the
same type tires (radial, bias-belted,
bias-type) on all four wheels.

Using Wrong-Sized Tires:

Using any other tire size than what is
specified for your Mazda (page 10-7)
is dangerous. It could seriously affect
ride, handling, ground clearance, tire
clearance, and speedometer
calibration. This could cause you to
have an accident. Use only tires that
are the correct size specified for your
Mazda.

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qTire Inflation Pressure

WARNING

Always inflate the tires to the correct
pressure:

Overinflation or underinflation of
tires is dangerous. Adverse handling
or unexpected tire failure could result
in a serious accident.
Refer to Tires on page 10-7.

Use only a Mazda-genuine tire valve
cap:

Use of a non-genuine part is
dangerous as the correct tire air
pressure cannot be maintained if the
tire valve becomes damaged. If the
vehicle is driven under this condition,
the tire air pressure will decrease
which could result in a serious
accident. Do not use any part for the
tire valve cap that is not a Mazda-
genuine part.

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System

does not alleviate the need to check the
tire condition every day, including
whether the tires all look inflated properly.
Inspect all tire pressure monthly
(including the spare) when the tires are
cold. Maintain recommended pressures
for the best ride, handling, and minimum
tire wear.
When checking the tire pressures, use of a
digital tire pressure gauge is
recommended.

Except Canada (Tire pressure label)

Canada (Motor vehicle safety standard
label)

Refer to the specification charts (page
10-7).

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NOTE

Always check tire pressure when tires are
cold.

Warm tires normally exceed recommended
pressures. Don't release air from warm tires
to adjust the pressure.

Underinflation can cause reduced fuel
economy, uneven and accelerated tire wear,
and poor sealing of the tire bead, which
will deform the wheel and cause separation
of tire from rim.

Overinflation can produce a harsh ride,
uneven and accelerated tire wear, and a
greater possibility of damage from road
hazards.
Keep your tire pressure at the correct
levels. If one frequently needs inflating,
have it inspected.

qTire Rotation

WARNING

Rotate tires periodically:

Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To
equalize tread wear for maintaining
good performance in handling and
braking, rotate the tires according to
the scheduled maintenance charts.
Refer to Scheduled Maintenance on
page 8-3.

During rotation, inspect them for correct
balance.

Do not include (TEMPORARY USE ONLY)
spare tire in rotation.

Forward

Also, inspect them for uneven wear and
damage. Abnormal wear is usually caused
by one or a combination of the following:

Incorrect tire pressure

Improper wheel alignment

Out-of-balance wheel

Severe braking

After rotation, inflate all tire pressures to
specification (page 10-7) and inspect the
lug nuts for tightness.

CAUTION

Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to
rear, not from side to side. Tire
performance will be reduced if
rotated from side to side.

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CAUTION

Limited-Slip Differential system;
don't use the following:

Ø Tires not of the designated size

Ø Tires of different sizes or types at

the same time

Ø Tires not sufficiently inflated

If these instructions aren't followed,
the rotation of the left and right
wheels will be different and will thus
apply a constant load on the limited-
slip differential.
This will cause a malfunction.

qReplacing a Tire

WARNING

Always use tires that are in good
condition:

Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.

Replace all four tires at the same time:

Replacing just one tire is dangerous.
It could cause poor handling and
poor braking resulting in loss of
vehicle control. Mazda strongly
recommends that you replace all four
tires at the same time.

CAUTION

(With Tire Pressure Monitoring
System)
When replacing/repairing the tires or
wheels or both, have the work done
by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or
the tire pressure sensors may be
damaged.

NOTE

(With Tire Pressure Monitoring System)

When tires with steel wire reinforcement in
the sidewalls are used, the system may not
function correctly even with a genuine
wheel.
Refer to System Error Activation on page
5-33.

Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors
whenever tires or wheels are replaced.
Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5-33.

If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
will appear as a solid band across the
tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.

New tread

Tread wear indicator

Worn tread

You should replace the tire before the
band crosses the entire tread.

NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when they are
not being used on the road. It is recommended
that tires generally be replaced when they are
6 years or older. Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process. You should
replace the spare tire when you replace the
other road tires due to the aging of the spare
tire. The period in which the tire was
manufactured (both week and year) is
indicated by a 4-digit number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 9-24.

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qTemporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at least
monthly to make sure it's properly inflated
and stored.

NOTE

The temporary spare tire condition gradually
deteriorates even if it has not been used.

The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction which
is lighter and smaller than a conventional
tire. This tire should be used only for an
emergency and only for a short distance.

Use the temporary spare tire only until the
conventional tire is repaired, which should
be as soon as possible.

(Except Mexico)
Maintain its pressure at 420 kPa (4.2 bar,
60 psi).
(Mexico)
Maintain its pressure at 250 kPa (2.5 bar,
36 psi).

CAUTION

Ø Do not use your temporary spare

tire rim with a snow tire or a
conventional tire. Neither will
properly fit and could damage
both tire and rim.

Ø The temporary spare tire has a

tread life of less than 5,000 km
(3,000 miles). The tread life may
be shorter depending on driving
conditions.

Ø The temporary spare tire is for

limited use, however, if the tread
wear solid-band indicator
appears, replace the tire with the
same type of temporary spare
(page 8-39).

NOTE

qReplacing a Wheel

WARNING

Always use wheels of the correct size
on your vehicle:

Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling
could be affected, leading to loss of
control and an accident.

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CAUTION

Ø A wrong-sized wheel may

adversely affect:

Tire fit

Wheel and bearing life

Ground clearance

Snow-chain clearance

Speedometer calibration

Headlight aim

Bumper height

Tire Pressure Monitoring
System

Ø (With Tire Pressure Monitoring

System)

When replacing/repairing the
tires or wheels or both, have the
work done by an Authorized
Mazda Dealer, or the tire
pressure sensors may be
damaged.

The wheels equipped on your
Mazda are specially designed
for installation of the tire
pressure sensors. Do not use
non-genuine wheels, otherwise
it may not be possible to install
the tire pressure sensors.

NOTE

Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors
whenever tires or wheels are replaced. Refer to
Tires and Wheels on page 5-33.

When replacing a wheel, make sure the
new one is the same as the original factory
wheel in diameter, rim width, and offset
(inset/outset).

Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.

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Light Bulbs

Headlights (Low beam)

Headlights (High beam)

High-mount brake light

Fog lights

Side turn signal lights

License plate lights

Brake lights/Taillights

Overhead light (Front)/Map lights

Overhead light (Rear)

Front side marker lights

Rear turn signal lights

Rear side marker lights

Reverse lights

Luggage compartment light

Some models.

Front turn signal lights/Parking lights

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WARNING

Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:

Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.

Never touch the glass portion of a
halogen bulb with your bare hands and
always wear eye protection when
handling or working around the 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 is touched with
bare hands, body oil could cause the
bulb to overheat and explode when
lit.

Always keep halogen bulbs out of the
reach of children:

Playing with a halogen bulb is
dangerous. Serious injuries could be
caused by dropping a halogen bulb
or breaking it some other way.

qReplacing Exterior Light Bulbs

Replacing a headlight bulb

High-beam bulb

1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,

and the headlight switch is off.

2. Lift the hood.

3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.
Carefully remove the high-beam bulb
from its socket in the reflector by
gently pulling it straight backward out
of the socket.

4. Disconnect the bulb from the electrical

connector by pressing the tab on the
connector with your finger and pulling
the bulb upward.

5. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of the removal procedure.

NOTE

To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

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

Use the protective cover and carton of the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly out of the reach of children.

Low-beam bulb

(Xenon fusion bulb)
You cannot replace the low beam bulbs by
yourself.
The bulbs must be replaced at an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
(Halogen bulb)

1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.

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2. If you are changing the right low-beam

bulb, start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the right, and turn
off engine. If you are changing the left
low-beam bulb, turn the steering wheel
to the left.

3. Turn the screws and the center section

of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.

Installation

Removal

4. Detach the electrical connector from

the bulb by pulling it to the rear.

5. Pull off the sealing cover.

6. Unhook the bulb retaining spring.

7. Swing the retaining spring out and

away to free the bulb.

Sealing
cover

8. Carefully remove the bulb from the

socket by pulling it straight back.

9. Replace the bulb.

10. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

NOTE

To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

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

Use the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.

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Front side marker lights

1. Make sure the headlight switch is off.

2. If you are changing a bulb in the right

headlight unit, start the engine, turn the
steering wheel all the way to the right,
and turn off the engine. If you are
changing a bulb in the left headlight
unit, turn the steering wheel to the left.

3. Turn the screws and the center section

of the plastic retainers
counterclockwise and remove them,
then partially peel back the mudguard.

Installation

Removal

4. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

5. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of the removal procedure.

NOTE

To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Front turn signal lights/Parking lights

1. Make sure the ignition is switched off

and the headlight switch is off.

2. Loosen the screws securing the unit.

3. Remove the unit by pulling it outward

using both hands.

4. Disconnect the connector from the unit

by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector downward.

5. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

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6. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

7. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of the removal procedure.

NOTE

To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Fog lights

1. Make sure the ignition is switched off

and the headlight switch is off.

2. Loosen the screws securing the unit.

3. Remove the unit by pulling it outward

using both hands.

4. Disconnect the connector from the unit

by pressing the tab on the connector
with your finger and pulling the
connector downward.

5. Loosen the screws securing the fog

light unit.

6. Press the tab on the bulb socket and

disconnect the connector cord.

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7. Rotate the bulb socket

counterclockwise as shown in the
figure and remove it.

8. Install the new bulb in the reverse order

of the removal procedure.

NOTE

To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

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

Use the protective cover and carton for the
replacement bulb to dispose of the old bulb
promptly and out of the reach of children.

Brake lights/Taillights, Rear turn signal
lights, Reverse lights, Rear side-marker
lights

1. Make sure the ignition is switched off,

and the headlight switch is off.

2. Remove the cover.

3. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

4. Disconnect the bulb from the socket.

Rear side-marker lights

Brake lights/Taillights

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