Mazda CX-5 (2024 year). Manual in english - page 4

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Rear Door Child Safety Locks

These locks are intended to help prevent
children from accidentally opening the
rear doors. Use them on both rear doors
whenever a child rides in the rear seat of
the vehicle.
 
If you slide the child safety lock to the
lock position before closing that door, the
door cannot be opened from the inside.
The door can only be opened by pulling
the outside handle.
 

Lock

Unlock

Liftgate

WARNING

Never allow a person to ride in the luggage
compartment:

Allowing a person to ride in the luggage
compartment is dangerous. The person in
the luggage compartment could be
seriously injured or killed during sudden
braking or a collision.

Do not drive with the liftgate open:

Exhaust gas in the cabin of a vehicle is
dangerous. An open liftgate in a moving
vehicle will cause exhaust gas to be drawn
into the cabin. This gas contains CO
(carbon monoxide), which is colorless,
odorless, and highly poisonous, and it can
cause loss of consciousness and death.
Moreover, an open liftgate could cause
occupants to fall out in an accident.

Do not stack or leave loaded luggage
unsecured in the luggage compartment:

Otherwise, the luggage may move or
collapse, resulting in injury or an accident.
In addition, do not load luggage higher
than the seatbacks. It may affect the side or
rear field of view.

CAUTION



Before opening the liftgate, remove any
snow and ice accumulation on it.
Otherwise, the liftgate could close under
the weight of the snow and ice resulting
in injury.

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Be careful when opening/closing the
liftgate during strong winds. If a strong
gust blows against the liftgate, it could
close suddenly resulting in injury.

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Fully open the liftgate and make sure
that it stays open. If the liftgate is only
opened partially, it could slam shut by
vibration or wind gusts resulting in
injury.

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When loading or unloading luggage in
the luggage compartment, turn off the
engine. Otherwise, you could get burned
by the heat of the exhaust gas.

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Be careful not to apply excessive force to
the damper stay on the liftgate such as
by putting your hand on the stay.
Otherwise, the damper stay may bend
and affect the liftgate operation.

Damper stay

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Do not modify or replace the liftgate
damper stay. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer if a liftgate damper stay is
deformed or damaged for reasons such
as a collision or if there is some other
problem.

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Opening and Closing the Liftgate

Opening the liftgate with Electric
liftgate opener

Unlock the doors and liftgate, then press
the electric liftgate opener on the liftgate

and raise the liftgate when the latch
releases.
For the power liftgate operation, refer to
Power Liftgate on page 3-21.

Electric liftgate 
opener

NOTE

(With the advanced keyless function)

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A locked liftgate can also be opened
while the key is being carried.



When opening the liftgate with the doors
and the liftgate locked, it may require a
few seconds for the liftgate latch to
release after the electric liftgate opener
is pressed.

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The liftgate can be closed when the
doors are locked with the key left in the
vehicle. However, to prevent locking the
key in the vehicle, the liftgate can be
opened by pressing the electric liftgate
opener. If the liftgate cannot be opened
despite doing this procedure, first push
the liftgate completely closed, then press
the electric liftgate opener to fully open
the liftgate.

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When the liftgate latch is released by
pressing the electric liftgate opener, the
liftgate raises slightly. If the liftgate is
not operated for a certain period of
time, the liftgate cannot be raised.

To open

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Press the electric liftgate opener again.

To close

To close the liftgate from its slightly
raised position, open it first by pressing
the electric liftgate opener, then close it
after waiting at least 1 second.



If the liftgate is not fully closed, the
driver is notified by a warning indicated
in the instrument cluster.



If the vehicle lead-acid battery is dead
or there is a malfunction in the
electrical system and the liftgate cannot
be unlocked, the liftgate can be opened
by performing the emergency procedure.
Refer to When Liftgate Cannot be
Opened on page 7-44.

Closing the liftgate

Lower the liftgate slowly using the liftgate
grip recess, then push the liftgate closed
using both hands.
Do not slam it. Pull up on the liftgate to
make sure it is secure.
For the power liftgate operation, refer to
Power Liftgate on page 3-21.

Liftgate grip 
recess

NOTE

Confirm that the liftgate is securely closed.
The liftgate, move it without pressing the
electric liftgate opener to verify that the
liftgate has not been left ajar.

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Power Liftgate

*

The power liftgate opens/closes
electrically by operating the switches in
the vehicle or the buttons on the keyless
entry system transmitter.

WARNING

Be sure to watch the power liftgate as it
opens or closes, and make sure that it
closes completely:

Opening or closing the power liftgate while
not watching it move is dangerous.
Because of unseen obstacles and the
jam-safe feature, a liftgate may not close
completely and, if left unnoticed, could
result in serious injury or death if an
occupant were to fall out of the vehicle.
Always be sure that the area around the
liftgate is clear before activating it.

Always confirm the safety of the area
around the power liftgate before operating
it electrically.

Not checking the area around the liftgate
for people before operating it using the
power liftgate switch or the button on the
keyless entry system is dangerous. A person
could become caught between the liftgate
and an obstruction while it is opening
electrically or between the liftgate and
vehicle while it is closing electrically,
resulting in an accident and serious injury.

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Never allow children to operate the power
liftgate system:

Allowing children to operate the power
liftgate switch and the keyless entry system
is dangerous. Children are not aware of the
dangers of people getting fingers and
hands caught in a moving liftgate. If
someone's neck, head or hands get caught
in a closing door, it could result in death or
serious injury.

CAUTION



When closing the power liftgate, make
sure there are no foreign objects around
the striker. If foreign objects are
obstructing the striker, the liftgate may
not close properly.

Striker

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Do not install accessories to the power
liftgate other than specified accessories.
Otherwise, it cannot be opened/closed
automatically and could result in a
malfunction.

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Be careful when switching the power
liftgate from electrical to manual
operation. The power liftgate may open/
close unexpectedly depending on its
position which could result in injury.

NOTE



Do not apply unnecessary force to the
power liftgate when it is opening/closing
electrically. Unnecessary force on the
liftgate may cause it to reverse direction
of movement automatically. Also, it
could result in a malfunction.

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The power liftgate may not open/close
electrically if the vehicle is parked on an
incline, or there is strong wind, or the
liftgate is laden with snow.



If a power liftgate system fuse has
blown, the liftgate cannot be opened
using the power liftgate switch or the
electric liftgate opener. Use the
emergency lever to open the liftgate.



Fully close the power liftgate before
disconnecting the vehicle lead-acid
battery. If the lead-acid battery is
disconnected with the liftgate open, it
cannot be opened or closed
automatically after the lead-acid battery
is reconnected. If this happens, fully
close the liftgate manually to restore the
auto full open/close function.

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If the liftgate is snow-laden, remove the
snow before operating the power
liftgate. Operating the power liftgate
with excessive force applied to the
liftgate may damage the liftgate.

Operation using the transmitter

Press the power liftgate button for one
second or longer. The hazard warning
lights flash twice and the liftgate opens/
closes after the beep sounds.
Refer to Transmitter on page 3-5.

NOTE



When the ignition is switched ON, the
transmitter does not operate.

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When opening the liftgate by pressing
the power liftgate button on the
transmitter, the liftgate can be opened
even when it is locked.



If the power liftgate button on the
transmitter is pressed while the liftgate
is opening/closing electrically, the beep
is activated and the liftgate stops. When
pressing the power liftgate button again,
the liftgate moves in the reverse
direction.

Operation using each switch

Operation conditions

Opening the liftgate

If the vehicle has satisfied all the
following operation conditions, the power
liftgate can be opened using the power
function.



All doors and the liftgate are unlocked.



The ignition is switched OFF, or the
selector lever is in P with the ignition
switched ON.

Closing the liftgate



The ignition is switched OFF, or the
selector lever is in P with the ignition
switched ON.

NOTE



If the vehicle moves with the selector
lever shifted to a position other than P
while the liftgate is opening/closing
electrically, the liftgate moves as
follows:

While opening electrically

The buzzer is activated, and the liftgate
moves in the reverse direction
automatically and closes. When the
selector lever is shifted to P, you can
resume the power liftgate operation
using the switches.

While closing electrically

The buzzer is activated, but the liftgate
continues closing.

Operation from the driver's seat (To
open/close)

Press the power liftgate switch for about
one second or longer while the liftgate is
in the fully closed/open position. The
hazard warning lights flash twice and the
liftgate opens/closes fully after the beep
sound is heard.

Power liftgate switch

Operation from outside (To open)

Press the electric liftgate opener on the
liftgate and raise the liftgate. The hazard
warning lights flash twice and the liftgate
opens automatically after the beep sound
is heard.

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(With the advanced keyless function)

A locked liftgate can also be opened while
the key is being carried.

Electric liftgate 
opener

Operation from outside (To close)

Press the power liftgate close switch while
the liftgate is fully opened. The hazard
warning lights flash twice and the liftgate
closes automatically after the beep sound
is heard.

Power liftgate 
close switch

NOTE

If the power liftgate switch/power liftgate
close switch is pressed or the electric
liftgate opener is operated while the
liftgate is opening/closing electrically, the
beep sound is heard and the liftgate stops.
Then, it reverses when any of the switches
are pressed again.

Changing the power liftgate fully open
position

The power liftgate fully-open position can
be changed according to the height of a
garage.

When changing the position

1. Stop the liftgate at the desired position.
2. Press the power liftgate close switch

for about three seconds.
A beep sound is activated two times to
indicate that the position change has
been completed.

NOTE

Set the desired fully-open position of the
liftgate at the position where it is open
more than halfway. The position where it
is less than halfway open cannot be set.

To reset

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Press the power liftgate close switch

for about seven seconds.
A beep sound is activated three times
to indicated that the reset has been
completed.

NOTE

After about 3 seconds have elapsed since
the switch was pressed, a beep sound is
activated 2 times to indicate that the
liftgate fully-open position has changed.
Continuously press the switch for about 7
seconds to complete the reset.

Jam-safe equipment

While the power liftgate is opening/
closing electrically and the system detects
a person or an object in the liftgate's path,
the liftgate will move in the reverse
direction automatically and stops.

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WARNING

Always check the area around the power
liftgate before opening/closing it:

Not checking for occupants and objects
around the power liftgate before opening/
closing it is dangerous. The jam-safe
equipment is designed to prevent jamming
in the event an obstruction is in the
liftgate's path. The system may not detect
certain objects obstructing the liftgate
depending on the way they are positioned
and their shape. However, if the jam-safe
function detects an obstruction and moves
the liftgate in the reverse direction, an
occupant in the liftgate's path could be
seriously injured.

CAUTION

Sensors are installed on both ends of the
power liftgate. Be careful not to allow the
sensors to be scratched or damaged by
sharp objects, otherwise the liftgate may
no longer open/close automatically. In
addition, if the sensor is damaged while the
liftgate is closing automatically, the system
will stop.

Sensor

NOTE

The jam-safe equipment does not activate
during easy closure operation when the
power liftgate is between the near-shut
position and fully closed position.

When the power liftgate is moving in the
open/close direction and an obstruction is
detected, the beep sound will be heard and
the liftgate moves in the reverse direction
and stops.

Liftgate easy closure

The Easy Closure system automatically
closes the liftgate completely from the
near-shut position.
This system also operates when the liftgate
is closed manually.

WARNING

When closing a liftgate, always keep hands
and fingers away from the liftgate:

Placing hands or fingers around a liftgate is
dangerous because the liftgate closes
automatically from the near-shut position,
which could cause hands and fingers to be
pinched and injured.

NOTE



If the electric liftgate opener is pressed
while the easy closure function is
operating, the liftgate can be opened.



If the liftgate is opened/closed
repeatedly in a short period of time, the
easy closure function may not operate.
Wait for about 2 seconds and then try
again.

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Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

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Fuel Requirements

Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,
which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum.
 
To achieve maximum engine performance, use the specified fuel.

Fuel

Octane Rating

*1

 (Anti-knock index)

Regular unleaded fuel

87 [(R+M)/2 method] or above (91 RON or above)

*

1 U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gas station pumps.

Fuel with a rating lower than 87 octane (91 RON) will negatively affect the emission control
system performance and could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.

CAUTION



USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter and oxygen sensors and will lead to
deterioration of the emission control system and or failures.



This vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10 % ethanol by
volume. Damage to the vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this recommendation, or
if the gasoline contains any methanol. Stop using gasohol of any kind if your vehicle engine
is performing poorly.



Never add fuel system additives other than a Mazda genuine product, otherwise the
emission control system could be damaged. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer for
details.

Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally
referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your
vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10 %. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as
ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name "Gasohol".
 
Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not be
covered by the warranty.



Gasohol containing more than 10 % ethanol.



Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.



Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

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Emission Control System

This vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part of
this system) that enables the vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissions
requirements.

WARNING

Never park over or near anything flammable:

Parking over or near anything flammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous. Even with the
engine turned off, the exhaust system remains very hot after normal use and could ignite
anything flammable. A resulting fire could cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION

Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on the catalyst inside the
converter or cause the converter to get very hot. Either condition will damage the converter
and cause poor performance.

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USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.



Do not drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction.



Do not coast with the ignition switched off.



Do not descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switched off.



Do not operate the engine at high idle for more than 2 minutes.



Do not tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must be
made by a qualified technician.



Do not push-start or tow-start this vehicle.

NOTE



Under U.S. federal law, any modification to the original-equipment emission control
system before the first sale and registration of a vehicle is subject to penalties. In some
states, such modification made on a used vehicle is also subject to penalties.



While the engine is off, the sound of a valve opening and closing can be heard at the rear
of the vehicle, however this does not indicate an abnormality. The vehicle has a
self-checking device and it operates while the engine is off.

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Engine Exhaust (Carbon monoxide)

WARNING

Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle:

Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless,
odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousness and death. If you
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, keep all windows fully open and contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer immediately.

Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area:

Running the engine inside an enclosed area, such as a garage, is dangerous. Exhaust gas,
which contains poisonous carbon monoxide, could easily enter the cabin. Loss of
consciousness or even death could occur.

Open the windows or adjust the heating or cooling system to draw fresh air when idling the
engine:

Exhaust gas is dangerous. When the vehicle is stopped with the windows closed and the
engine running for a long time even in an open area, exhaust gas, which contains poisonous
carbon monoxide, could enter the cabin. Loss of consciousness or even death could occur.

Clear snow from underneath and around your vehicle, particularly the tail pipe, before
starting the engine:

Running the engine when a vehicle is stopped in deep snow is dangerous. The exhaust pipe
could be blocked by the snow, allowing exhaust gas to enter the cabin. Because exhaust gas
contains poisonous carbon monoxide, it could cause loss of consciousness or even death to
occupants in the cabin.

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Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

WARNING

When removing the fuel-filler cap, loosen
the cap slightly and wait for any hissing to
stop, then remove it:

Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can burn skin
and eyes and cause illness if ingested. Fuel
spray is released when there is pressure in
the fuel tank and the fuel-filler cap is
removed too quickly.

Before refueling, stop the engine, and
always keep sparks and flames away from
the filler neck:

Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be ignited
by sparks or flames causing serious burns
and injuries.
Additionally, use of the incorrect fuel-filler
cap or not using a fuel-filler cap may result
in a fuel leak, which could result in serious
burns or death in an accident.

Do not continue refueling after the fuel
pump nozzle shuts off automatically:

Continuing to add fuel after the fuel pump
nozzle has shut off automatically is
dangerous because overfilling the fuel tank
may cause fuel overflow or leakage. Fuel
overflow and leakage could damage the
vehicle and if the fuel ignites it could cause
a fire and explosion resulting in serious
injury or death.

CAUTION

Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel-filler
cap or an approved equivalent, available
at an Authorized Mazda Dealer. The wrong
cap can result in a serious malfunction of
the fuel and emission control systems.

(U.S.A. and Canada)

It may also cause the check engine light in
the instrument cluster to illuminate.

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Refueling

Before refueling, close all the doors,
windows, and the liftgate, and switch the
ignition OFF.
1. To open the fuel-filler lid, pull the

remote fuel-filler lid release.
 

Remote fuel-filler lid release

2. To remove the fuel-filler cap, turn it

counterclockwise.

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3. Attach the removed cap to the inner

side of the fuel-filler lid.
 

Fuel-filler cap

Fuel-filler lid

4. Insert the refueling nozzle all the way

and begin refueling. Pull out the
refueling nozzle after the refueling
stops automatically.

5. To close the fuel-filler cap, turn it

clockwise until a click is heard.

6. To close, press the fuel-filler lid until it

locks securely.
 

CAUTION

(U.S.A. and Canada)

If the check fuel cap warning light
illuminates, the fuel-filler cap may not be
properly installed. If the warning light
illuminates, park your vehicle safely off the
right-of-way, remove the fuel-filler cap and
reinstall it correctly. After the cap has been
correctly installed, the fuel cap warning
light may continue to illuminate until a
number of driving cycles have been
completed. A drive cycle consists of starting
the engine (after four or more hours with
the engine off) and driving the vehicle on
city and highway roads.
Continuing to drive with the check fuel cap
warning light illuminated could cause the
check engine light to illuminate as well.

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Mirrors

Before driving, adjust the inside and
outside mirrors.

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Outside Mirrors

WARNING

Be sure to look over your shoulder before
changing lanes:

Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the vehicle
in the convex mirror is dangerous. You
could have a serious accident. What you
see in the convex mirror is closer than it
appears.

Mirror type

Flat type (driver's side)

Flat surface mirror.

Convex type (front passenger side)

The mirror has single curvature on its
surface.

Power mirror adjustment

The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON position.
 
To adjust:
1. Rotate the mirror switch to the left   or

right   to choose the left or right side
mirror.

2. Press the mirror switch in the

appropriate direction.

Center position

Mirror switch

After adjusting the mirror, lock the control
by rotating the switch in the center
position.

Folding outside mirror

WARNING

Always return the outside mirrors to the
driving position before you start driving:

Driving with the outside mirrors folded in is
dangerous. Your rear view will be
restricted, and you could have an accident.

Manual folding outside mirror

Fold the outside mirror rearward until it is
flush with the vehicle.

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Power folding outside mirror

WARNING

Do not touch a power folding outside
mirror while it is moving:

Touching the power folding outside mirror
when it is moving is dangerous. Your hand
could be pinched and injured or the mirror
could be damaged.

Use the outside mirror switch to set the
mirror to the on-road position:

Setting the power folding outside mirror to
the on-road position by hand is dangerous.
The mirror will not lock in position and will
prevent effective rearview visibility.

Only operate the power folding outside
mirror with the vehicle safely parked:

Operating the power folding outside mirror
while the vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Wind blast on the mirror will cause them to
collapse and you will be unable to return it
to the on-road position, preventing
rearview visibility.

The ignition must be switched to ACC or
ON position.
To fold, rotate the outside mirror switch.

To return the mirror to the driving
position, rotate the switch to the center
position.

Fold-in position

Center position

Automatic folding function

The automatic folding function operates
when the ignition is switched to OFF.
When the outside mirror switch is in a
position other than the fold-in position, the
outside mirrors automatically fold in and
out when the doors are locked and
unlocked.
Also, when the ignition is switched ON or
the engine is started, the outside mirrors
fold out automatically.

NOTE

The outside mirrors may not fold in and
out automatically under cold weather
conditions.
If the outside mirrors do not fold in and
out automatically, remove any ice or snow,
and then operate the outside mirror switch
to fold the outside mirrors in or out.

Canceling the automatic folding
function

To cancel the automatic folding function,
carry out the following procedure using
the master control switches.
1. Switch the ignition ON.

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2. If the power window lock switch is in

the unlock position, switch it to the
lock position.

3. Press and hold the front passenger's

power window switch and rear left/
right power window switches on the
driver's door at the same time for 3
seconds or longer.

NOTE



The automatic folding function cannot
be canceled if the procedure is not
completed within the specified times, or
the procedure is changed along the way.
To redo the procedure, first switch the
ignition off and proceed from the
beginning.



If you are unable to cancel the function
despite doing the cancellation
procedure, consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

Restoring the automatic folding
function

With the automatic folding function in the
canceled state, repeat the previous
procedure for canceling the function and it
will be restored.

NOTE

If you are unable to restore the function
despite carrying out the restore procedure,
consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

Engine-off outside mirror operation

*

The outside mirrors can be operated for
about 40 seconds after the ignition is
switched from ON to off.

▼

Rearview Mirror

WARNING

Do not stack cargo or objects higher than
the seatbacks:

Cargo stacked higher than the seatbacks is
dangerous. It can block your view in the
rearview mirror, which might cause you to
hit another car when changing lanes.

Rearview mirror adjustment

Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear
window.
 

NOTE

For the manual day/night mirror, perform
the adjustment with the day/night lever in
the day position.

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Reducing glare from headlights

Manual day/night mirror

Push the day/night lever forward for day
driving. Pull it back to reduce glare of
headlights from vehicles at the rear.
 

Day/Night lever

Day

Night

Auto-dimming mirror

The auto-dimming mirror automatically
reduces the glare of headlights from
vehicles at the rear when the ignition is
switched ON.
 

(With Homelink wireless control
system)
(Type A)

Press the OFF button ( ) to cancel the
auto-dimming function. The indicator light
will turn off.
To reactivate the auto-dimming function,
press the ON button ( ). The indicator
light will illuminate.

Indicator light

OFF button

ON button

 

(Type B)

Press the ON/OFF button ( ) to cancel the
auto-dimming function. The indicator light
will turn off.

To reactivate the auto-dimming function,
press the ON/OFF button ( ). The
indicator light will illuminate.

Indicator light

ON/OFF button

NOTE



Do not use glass cleaner or suspend
objects on or around the light sensor.
Otherwise, light sensor sensitivity will
be affected and may not operate
normally.

(With Homelink wireless control
system)
(Type A)

Light sensor

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(Type B)

Light sensor

(Without Homelink wireless control
system)

 

Light sensor



(With Homelink wireless control
system)

For information regarding the 3 buttons
(Type A 

,

,

/Type B  ,  , 

)

on the auto-dimming mirror.
Refer to HomeLink Wireless Control
System on page 4-91.



The auto-dimming function is canceled
when the ignition is switched ON and
the selector lever is in the R position.

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Power Windows

The windows can be opened/closed by operating the power window switches.

WARNING

Make sure the opening is clear before closing a window:

Closing a power window is dangerous. A person's hands, head, or even neck could be caught
by the window and result in serious injury or even death. This warning applies especially to
children.

Never allow children to play with power window switches:

Power window switches that are not locked with the power window lock switch would allow
children to operate power windows unintentionally, which could result in serious injury if a
child's hands, head or neck becomes caught by the window.

Make sure nothing blocks the window just before it reaches the fully closed position or while
fully holding up the power window switch:

Blocking the power window just before it reaches the fully closed position or while fully
holding up the power window switch is dangerous.
In this case, the jam-safe function cannot prevent the window from closing all the way. If
fingers are caught, serious injuries could occur.

NOTE

When driving with only 1 of the rear windows open, your ears might experience a
resonating sound. However, this does not indicate a problem. The sound can be reduced by
slightly opening a front window or by changing the size of the rear window opening.

▼

Opening/Closing Windows

The window opens while the switch is pressed and it closes while the switch is pulled up
with the ignition switched ON. Do not open or close 3 or more windows at the same time.

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The front passenger's side and rear windows can be opened/closed when the power window
lock switch on the driver's door is in the unlock position. Keep this switch in the locked
position while children are in the vehicle.
 

Close

Close

Open

Open

Right rear window

Driver's 
window

Power window 
lock switch

Master control switches

Front passenger's 
window switch

Locked position

Unlocked position

Front passenger's 
window

Left rear 
window

Rear window switches

NOTE



A power window may no longer open/close if you continue to press the switch after fully
opening/closing the power window. If the power window does not open/close, wait a
moment and then operate the switch again.



The passenger windows may be opened or closed using the master control switches on the
driver's door.



The power window can be operated for about 40 seconds after the ignition is switched
from ON to ACC or off with all doors closed. If any door is opened, the power window
will stop operating.
For engine-off operation of the power window, the switch must be held up firmly
throughout window closure because the auto-closing function will be inoperable.



When the power window lock switch is in the locked position, the light on each power
window switch, except for the driver's power window switch, turns off. The light may be
difficult to see depending on the surrounding brightness.

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Auto-opening/Closing

To fully open the window automatically,
press the switch completely down, then
release. The window will fully open
automatically.
To fully close the window automatically,
pull the switch completely up, then

release. The window will fully close
automatically.
 
To stop the window partway, pull or press
the switch in the opposite direction and
then release it.

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NOTE

Power window system initialization
procedure

If the lead-acid battery was disconnected
during vehicle maintenance, or for other
reasons (such as a switch continues to be
operated after the window is fully open/
closed), the window will not fully open and
close automatically.
The power window auto function will only
resume on a power window that has been
reset.
1. Switch the ignition ON.
2. Make sure that the power window lock

switch located on the driver's door is
not depressed.

3. Press the switch and fully open the

window.

4. Pull up the switch to fully close the

window and continue holding the
switch for about 2 seconds after the
window fully closed.

5. Make sure that the power windows

operate correctly using the door
switches.

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Jam-safe Window

If foreign matter is detected between the
window and the window frame while the
window is closing automatically (refer to
Auto-opening/Closing on page 3-37), the
window stops closing and automatically
opens partway.

NOTE



The jam-safe function may operate
under the following conditions:



A strong impact is detected while the
window is closing automatically.



Window is closing automatically in
very low temperatures.



In the event the jam-safe function
activates and the power window cannot
be closed automatically, pull and hold
the switch and the window will close.



The jam-safe window function does not
operate until the system has been reset.

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Remote Power Window Operation

All power windows can be opened from
outside the vehicle after the doors are
closed.
The power windows can be operated
remotely when the power window lock
switch on the driver's door is in the lock or
unlocked position.
Remote power window operation is
activated under the following conditions.



All the doors and liftgate are closed.



The ignition is switched OFF.

NOTE

The power windows cannot be opened
from the outside of the vehicle if the power
window initialization has not been
completed.

Opening

The windows can be opened for
ventilating the cabin before getting in the
vehicle.
Press the unlock button on the key quickly
and briefly 3 times and then immediately
afterwards, press and hold the unlock
button to open the windows.

To stop the windows from opening,
release the button. If the operation is
performed from the beginning again, the
windows open.

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Moonroof

*

The moonroof can be opened or closed
when operating the overhead tilt/slide
switch at the front seats.

WARNING

Do not let passengers stand up or extend
part of the body through the open
moonroof while the vehicle is moving:

Extending the head, arms, or other parts of
the body through the moonroof is
dangerous. The head or arms could hit
something while the vehicle is moving. This
could cause serious injury or death.

Never allow children to play with the tilt/
slide switch:

The tilt/slide switch would allow children to
operate the moonroof unintentionally,
which could result in serious injury if a
child's hands, head or neck becomes
caught by the moonroof.

Make sure the opening is clear before
closing the moonroof:

A closing moonroof is dangerous. The
hands, head, or even neck of a person,
especially a child, could be caught in it as it
closes, causing serious injury or even death.

Make sure nothing blocks the moonroof
just before it reaches the fully closed
position:

Blocking the moonroof just before it
reaches the closed position is dangerous.
In this case, the jam-safe function cannot
prevent the moonroof from closing. If
fingers are caught, serious injuries could
occur.

CAUTION



Do not sit on or put heavy items on the
area where the moonroof opens and
closes. Otherwise, the moonroof could be
damaged.



Do not open or close the moonroof
forcefully during freezing temperatures
or snowfall. Otherwise, the moonroof
could be damaged.



The sunshade does not tilt. To avoid
damaging the sunshade, do not push it
up.



Do not close the sunshade while the
moonroof is opening. Trying to force the
sunshade closed could damage it.

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Tilt/Slide Operation

The moonroof can be opened or closed
electrically only when the ignition is
switched ON.



Before leaving the vehicle or washing
your Mazda, make sure the moonroof is
completely closed so that water does not
get inside the cabin area.



After washing your Mazda or after it
rains, wipe the water off the moonroof
before operating it to avoid water
penetration which could cause rust and
water damage to your headliner.

Tilt/Slide switch

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Tilt Operation

The rear of the moonroof can be tilted
open to provide more ventilation.
 
To fully tilt automatically, momentarily
press the tilt/slide switch.
To fully close automatically, momentarily
press the tilt/slide switch in the forward
direction.
To stop tilting partway, press the tilt/slide
switch.
When the moonroof is already slid open
and you want to tilt it open, first close the
moonroof and then do a tilt operation.

Close (Tilt down)

Tilt up

Slide Operation

To fully open automatically, momentarily
press the tilt/slide switch in the backward
direction.
To fully close automatically, momentarily
press the tilt/slide switch in the forward
direction.
To stop sliding partway, press the tilt/slide
switch.
When the moonroof is already tilted open
and you want to slide it open, first close

the moonroof and then do a slide
operation.

Close

Open

NOTE

If the moonroof does not operate normally,
do the following procedure:
1. Switch the ignition ON.
2. Press the tilt switch, to partially tilt

open the rear of the moonroof.

3. Repeat Step 2. The rear of the

moonroof tilts open to the fully open
position, then closes a little.

If the reset procedure is performed while
the moonroof is in the slide position
(partially open) it will close before the
rear tilt opens.

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Jam-safe Moonroof

If a person's hands, head or an object
blocks the moonroof while it is closing,
the moonroof will stop and move in the
open direction.

NOTE



The jam-safe function may operate
under the following conditions:



A strong impact is detected while the
moonroof is closing automatically.



The moonroof is closing automatically
during very low temperatures.

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

In the event the jam-safe function
activates and the moonroof cannot be
closed automatically, press the tilt/slide
switch and the moonroof will close.



The jam-safe moonroof function does
not operate until the system has been
reset.

▼

Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed by
hand.
 
The sunshade opens at the same time as
the moonroof slides open, but it must be
closed by hand.

Sunshade

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Modification and Add-On

Equipment

Mazda cannot guarantee the immobilizer
and the theft-deterrent systems' operation
if the system has been modified or if any
add-on equipment has been installed.

CAUTION

To avoid damage to the vehicle, do not
modify the system or install any add-on
equipment to the immobilizer and the
theft-deterrent systems or the vehicle.

Immobilizer System

The immobilizer system allows the engine
to start only with a key the system
recognizes.
 
If someone attempts to start the engine
with an unrecognized key, the engine will
not start, thereby helping to prevent
vehicle theft.
If you have a problem with the
immobilizer system or the key, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION



Radio equipment like this is governed by
laws in the United States.
Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's
authority to operate the equipment.



To avoid damage to the key, do not:



Drop the key.



Get the key wet.



Expose the key to any kind of magnetic
field.



Expose the key to high temperatures
on places such as the dashboard or
hood, under direct sunlight.



If the engine does not start with the
correct key, and the security indicator
light keeps illuminating or flashing, the
system may have a malfunction. Consult
an Authorized Mazda Dealer.

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NOTE



The keys carry a unique electronic code.
For this reason, and to assure your
safety, obtaining a replacement key
requires some waiting time. They are
only available through an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.



Always keep a spare key in case one is
lost. If a key is lost, consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.



If you lose a key, an Authorized Mazda
Dealer, will reset the electronic codes of
your remaining keys and immobilizer
system. Bring all the remaining keys to
the Authorized Mazda Dealer to reset.
Starting the vehicle with a key that has
not been reset is not possible.

▼

Operation

NOTE



The engine may not start and security
indicator light may illuminate or flash if
the key is placed in an area where it is
difficult for the system to detect the
signal, such as on the dashboard or in
the glove compartment. Move the key to
a location within the signal range,
switch the ignition off, and then restart
the engine.



Signals from a TV or radio station, or
from a transceiver or mobile telephone
could interfere with your immobilizer
system. If you are using the proper key
and the engine fails to start, check the
security indicator light.

Arming

The system is armed when the ignition is
switched from ON to off.

The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes every 2 seconds
until the system is disarmed.
 

Disarming

The system is disarmed when the ignition
is switched ON with the correct
programmed key. The security indicator
light illuminates for about 3 seconds and
then turns off. If the engine does not start
with the correct key, and the security
indicator light remains illuminated or
flashing, try the following:
Make sure the key is within the
operational range for signal transmission.
Switch the ignition off, and then restart the
engine. If the engine does not start after 3
or more tries, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

NOTE



If the security indicator light flashes
continuously while you are driving, do
not shut off the engine. Go to an
Authorized Mazda Dealer, and have it
checked. If the engine is shut off while
the indicator light is flashing, you will
not be able to restart it.



Because the electronic codes are reset
when the immobilizer system is repaired,
the keys are needed. Make sure to bring
all the keys to an Authorized Mazda
Dealer, so that they can be programmed.

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Theft-Deterrent System

*

If the theft-deterrent system detects an
inappropriate entry into the vehicle, which
could result in the vehicle or its contents
being stolen, the alarm alerts the
surrounding area of an abnormality by
sounding the horn and flashing the hazard
warning lights.
 
The system will not function unless it's
properly armed. So when you leave the
vehicle, follow the arming procedure
correctly.

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Operation

System triggering conditions

The horn sounds intermittently and the
hazard warning lights flash for about 30
seconds when the system is triggered by
any one of the following:



Unlocking a door with the auxiliary key,
door lock switch, or an inside door-lock
knob.



Forcing open a door, the hood or the
liftgate.



Opening the hood by operating the hood
release handle.



Switching the ignition ON without using
the push button start.

If the system is triggered again, the lights
and horn will activate until the driver's
door or the liftgate is unlocked with the
transmitter.

(With the advanced keyless function)

The lights and horn can also be
deactivated by pressing the request switch
on a door.

NOTE



The liftgate does not open while the
theft-deterrent system is operating.



For vehicles equipped with the power
liftgate, the liftgate can be opened even
while the theft-deterrent system is
operating by pressing the power liftgate
button on the transmitter or the electric
liftgate opener switch while carrying the
key.



If the battery goes dead while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the horn
will activate and the hazard warning
lights will flash when the battery is
charged or replaced.

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How to Arm the System

1. Close the windows and the moonroof

*

securely.

2. Switch the ignition OFF.
3. Make sure the hood, the doors, and the

liftgate are closed.

4. Press the lock button on the

transmitter, request switch or lock the
driver's door from the outside with the
auxiliary key.
The hazard warning lights will flash
once.
The following method will also arm
the theft-deterrent system:
Press the door-lock switch “ ” while
any door is open and then close all of
the doors.

(With the advanced keyless function)

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Press a request switch.
 
The security indicator light in the
instrument cluster flashes twice per
second for 20 seconds.

5. After 20 seconds, the system is fully

armed.

NOTE



The theft-deterrent system can also be
armed by activating the auto relock
function with all the doors, the liftgate
and the hood closed.
Refer to Transmitter on page 3-5.



The system will disarm if one of the
following operations takes place within
20 seconds after pressing the lock
button:



Unlocking any door.



Opening any door.



Opening the hood.



Switching the ignition ON.

To rearm the system, do the arming
procedure again.



When the doors are locked by pressing
the lock button on the transmitter or
using the auxiliary key while the
theft-deterrent system is armed, the
hazard warning lights will flash once to
indicate that the system is armed.

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To Turn Off an Armed System

An armed system can be turned off using
any one of the following methods:



Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter.



Starting the engine with the push button
start.



(With the advanced keyless function)



Pressing a request switch on the
doors.

The hazard warning lights will flash twice.

NOTE

When the doors are unlocked by pressing
the unlock button on the transmitter while
the theft-deterrent system is turned off, the
hazard warning lights will flash twice to
indicate that the system is turned off.

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To Stop the Alarm

A triggered alarm can be turned off using
any one of the following methods:



Pressing the unlock button on the
transmitter.



Starting the engine with the push button
start.



(With the advanced keyless function)



Pressing a request switch on the
doors.



Pressing the electric liftgate opener
while the key is being carried.



Pressing the power liftgate button on
the transmitter.

The hazard warning lights will flash twice.

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Break-In Period

No special break-in is necessary, but a few
precautions in the first 1,000 km (600
miles) may add to the performance,
economy, and life of the vehicle.



Do not race the engine.



Do not maintain one constant speed,
either slow or fast, for a long period of
time.



Do not drive constantly at full-throttle or
high engine rpm for extended periods of
time.



Avoid unnecessary hard stops.



Avoid full-throttle starts.



Do not tow a trailer.

Saving Fuel and Protection

of the Environment

How you operate your Mazda determines
how far it will travel on a tank of fuel. Use
these suggestions to help save fuel and
reduce CO

2

.



Avoid long warm-ups. Once the engine
runs smoothly, begin driving.



Avoid fast starts.



Drive at lower speeds.



Anticipate when to apply the brakes
(avoid sudden braking).



Follow the maintenance schedule (page
6-4) and have an Authorized Mazda
Dealer perform inspections and
servicing.



Use the air conditioner only when
necessary.



Slow down on rough roads.



Keep the tires properly inflated.



Do not carry unnecessary weight.



Do not rest your foot on the brake pedal
while driving.



Keep the wheels in correct alignment.



Keep windows closed at high speeds.



Slow down when driving in crosswinds
and headwinds.

WARNING

Never stop the engine when going down a
hill:

Stopping the engine when going down a
hill is dangerous. This causes the loss of
power steering and power brake control,
and may cause damage to the drivetrain.
Any loss of steering or braking control
could cause an accident.

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Hazardous Driving

WARNING

Be extremely careful if it is necessary to
downshift on slippery surfaces:

Downshifting into lower gear while driving
on slippery surfaces is dangerous. The
sudden change in tire speed could cause
the tires to skid. This could lead to loss of
vehicle control and an accident.

Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and
abrupt maneuvers when driving this
vehicle:

Sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvering of this vehicle are dangerous
as it could result in the increased risk of loss
of vehicle control, vehicle roll-over,
personal injury or death.
This vehicle has a higher center of gravity.
Vehicles with a higher center of gravity
such as utility vehicles handle differently
than vehicles with a lower center of gravity.
Utility vehicles are not designed for
cornering at high speeds any more than
low profile sports cars are designed to
perform satisfactorily under off-road
conditions.
In addition, utility vehicles have a
significantly higher rollover rate than other
types of vehicles.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is
significantly more likely to die than a
person wearing a seat belt.

When driving on ice or in water, snow,
mud, sand, or similar hazards:



Be cautious and allow extra distance for
braking.



Avoid sudden braking and sudden
maneuvering.



Do not pump the brakes. Continue to
press down on the brake pedal.
Refer to Antilock Brake System (ABS)
on page 4-109.



If you get stuck, select a lower gear and
accelerate slowly. Do not spin the front
wheels.



For more traction in starting on slippery
surfaces such as ice or packed snow, use
sand, rock salt, chains, carpeting, or
other nonslip material under the front
wheels.

NOTE

Use snow chains only on the front wheels.

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Floor Mat

We recommend the use of Genuine
Mazda floor mats.

WARNING

Make sure the floor mats are hooked on the
retention pins to prevent them from
bunching up under the foot pedals:

Using a floor mat that is not secured is
dangerous as it will interfere with the
accelerator and brake pedal operation,
which could result in an accident.

Do not install two floor mats, one on top of
the other, on the driver's side:

Installing two floor mats, one on top of the
other, on the driver's side is dangerous as
the retention pins can only keep one floor
mat from sliding forward.
Loose floor mat(s) will interfere with the
foot pedals and could result in an accident.
If using an all-weather mat for winter use
always remove the original floor mat.

When setting a floor mat, position the
floor mat so that its grommets are inserted
over the pointed end of the retention posts.

Rocking the Vehicle

WARNING

Do not spin the wheels at more than 56
km/h (35 mph), and do not allow anyone
to stand behind a wheel when pushing the
vehicle:

When the vehicle is stuck, spinning the
wheels at high speed is dangerous. The
spinning tire could overheat and explode.
This could cause serious injuries.

CAUTION

Too much rocking may cause engine
overheating, transaxle failure, and tire
damage.

If you must rock the vehicle to free it from
snow, sand or mud, depress the accelerator
slightly and slowly move the selector lever
from D to R position.

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Winter Driving

Carry emergency gear, including tire
chains, window scraper, flares, a small
shovel, jumper cables, and a small bag of
sand or salt.
Ask an Authorized Mazda Dealer to check
the following:



Have the proper ratio of antifreeze in the
radiator.
Refer to Engine Coolant on page 6-22.



Inspect the lead-acid battery and its
cables. Cold reduces lead-acid battery
capacity.



Use an engine oil appropriate for the
lowest ambient temperatures that the
vehicle will be driven in (page 6-20).



Inspect the ignition system for damage
and loose connections.



Use washer fluid made with
antifreeze―but do not use engine
coolant antifreeze for washer fluid (page
6-24).

NOTE



Remove snow before driving. Snow left
on the windshield is dangerous as it
could obstruct vision.



Do not apply excessive force to a
window scraper when removing ice or
frozen snow on the mirror glass and
windshield.



Never use warm or hot water for
removing snow or ice from windows and
mirrors as it could result in the glass
cracking.



Drive slowly. Braking performance can
be adversely affected if snow or ice
adheres to the brake components. If this
situation occurs, drive the vehicle
slowly, releasing the accelerator pedal
and lightly applying the brakes several
times until the brake performance
returns to normal.

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Snow Tires

Use snow tires on all 4 wheels

Do not go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)
while driving with snow tires. Inflate snow
tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm

2

, 4.3 psi) more

than recommended on the tire pressure
label (driver's door frame), but never more
than the maximum cold-tire pressure
shown on the tires.
 

Mexico

The vehicle is originally equipped with
summer tires designed for optimum
traction on wet and dry roads. If your
vehicle is to be used on snow and ice
covered roads, Mazda recommends that
you replace the tires originally equipped
on your vehicle with snow tires during the
winter months.

Except Mexico

The vehicle is originally equipped with all
season radials designed to be used all year
around. In some extreme climates you
may find it necessary to replace them with
snow tires during the winter months to
further improve traction on snow and ice
covered roads.

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WARNING

Use only the same size and type tires (snow,
radial, or non-radial) on all 4 wheels:

Using tires different in size or type is
dangerous. Your vehicle's handling could
be greatly affected and result in an
accident.

CAUTION

Check local regulations before using
studded tires.

NOTE

The tire pressure monitoring system may
not function correctly when using tires
with steel wire reinforcement in the
sidewalls (page 4-252).

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Tire Chains

Check local regulations before using tire
chains.

CAUTION



Chains may affect handling.



Do not go faster than 50 km/h (30 mph)
or the chain manufacturer's
recommended limit, whichever is lower.



Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes,
and sharp turns.



Avoid locked-wheel braking.



Do not use chains on a temporary spare
tire; it may result in damage to the
vehicle and to the tire.



Do not use chains on roads that are free
of snow or ice. The tires and chains could
be damaged.



Chains may scratch or chip aluminum
wheels.

NOTE



The tire pressure monitoring system may
not function correctly when using tire
chains.

Install the chains on the front tires only.
Do not use chains on the rear tires.
Please consult an Authorized Mazda
Dealer.

Installing the chains

1. Secure the chains on the front tires as

tightly as possible.
Always follow the chain
manufacturer's instructions.

2. Retighten the chains after driving

1/2―1 km (1/4―1/2 mile).

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