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Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning and control lights 12 Gauges 16

Entertainment Systems 18

AM/FM stereo 18 AM/FM stereo with single CD 19 AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 22 Premium AM/FM stereo CD6/MP3 26

Climate Controls 31

Heater only 31 Manual heating and air conditioning 32

Lights 34

Headlamps 34 Turn signal control 36 Bulb replacement 36

Driver Controls 43

Windshield wiper/washer control 43 Steering wheel adjustment 44 Power windows 45 Speed control 49

Locks and Security 55

Keys 55 Locks 55 Anti-theft system 55

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Seating and Safety Restraints 63

Seating 63 Safety restraints 65 Air bags 77 Child restraints 89

Driving 105

Starting 105 Brakes 110 Transmission operation 114 Vehicle loading 124 Trailer towing 128 Recreational towing 135

Roadside Emergencies 137

Hazard flasher switch 137 Fuel pump shut-off switch 137 Fuses and relays 138 Overheating 148 Changing tires 149 Jump starting 157 Wrecker towing 162

Customer Assistance 163

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 173

Cleaning 174

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Maintenance and Specifications 180

Engine compartment 190 Engine oil 194 Battery 200 Fuel information 208 Refill capacities 240 Lubricant specifications 243 Engine data 244

Accessories 248

Index 249

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Mazda product. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Mazda and its products visit the following website:

In the United States: www.mazdausa.com

In Canada: www.mazda.ca

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owners Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owners Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

WARNING: In the event of an accident the Fuel pump shut-off switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by a bold WARNING statement. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your communitys regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage and Corrosion Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owners Guide.

Event Data Recorder The computer in your vehicle is capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as:

the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers,

information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and

information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status potentially including information related to how the driver operates the vehicle including but not limited to vehicle speed.

This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event. This stored information may be read out and used by:

service and repair facilities.

law enforcement or government agencies.

the Manufacturer and Distributor.

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

WARNING: Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF.

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Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owners Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

WARNING: Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

WARNING: Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the an ambulance preparation package.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert See Owners Guide

Protecting the Environment

Fasten Safety Belt

Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side

Child Seat Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based

Master Lighting Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset

Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Power Windows

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Power Window Lockout Personal Alarm System Feature

Engine Oil Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot

Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid Explosive Gas

Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

MAX

MIN Emission System

Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack Check fuel cap

INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was accurate at the time of printing. Mazda may change the contents without notice.

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Headlamp control (pg. 34)

Instrument panel dimmer control (pg. 35)

Instrument cluster (pg. 12)

Speed control* (pg. 49)

Hood release (pg. 189)

Driver air bag (pg. 77)

Parking brake release (pg. 112)

Turn signal and wiper/washer control

(pg. 43)

* If equipped

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4wd control* (pg. 120)

Audio system (pg. 18)

Auxiliary power point (pg. 45)

Fog lamp control (pg. 34)

Climate control system (pg. 31)

Passenger air bag deactivate switch

(pg. 84) Cigar lighter

* if equipped

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicles functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.

Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

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Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap if this light remains on. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Check Engine warning light to come on.

It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler cap depending on driving and fuel tank level conditions. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a failure to brake proportioning and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing dealership.

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately.

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected; have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

! BRAKE

ABS

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Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

Engine coolant temperature: Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible , switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot.

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open.

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Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light does not come on or the light flashes

steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage

to the transmission could occur.

Four wheel drive low (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged.

NOTE: If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

Four wheel drive high (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged, refer to the Driving

chapter for more information.

NOTE: If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the drivers door is opened.

O/D OFF

4x4 LOW

4x4

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Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the drivers door is opened.

Door ajar warning chime: Sounds when any door is opened (or not fully closed).

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between H and C). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

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WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap and/or the radiator cap while the engine is running or hot, this may result in serious burns.

Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control button.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

NOTE: The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

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AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED)

1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.

2. CLK: Press until SELECT HOUR / SELECT MINUTE appears. Press AUDIO to adjust the hours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off.

3. AUDIO: Press AUDIO to toggle through the following modes and use / to make adjustments in those modes.

Bass: Press AUDIO to decrease/increase the bass setting.

Treble: Press AUDIO to decrease/increase the treble setting.

Balance: Press AUDIO to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

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4. Tune: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequency and in audio mode to select various settings.

5. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To tune a preset station, press the desired memory preset.

6. SEEK: Press SEEK to access the previous or next radio station. If pressed for less than .5 seconds, the system will seek to the next or previous station.

7. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn the system ON/OFF. Turn to adjust the volume levels. If the volume is set above a certain level, and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back to a nominal listening level when the ignition is turned back on.

AM/FM STEREO CD

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1. CD eject: Press to eject the CD.

2. CLK (Clock):Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press

TUNE to adjust the hours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off.

3. MUTE:Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to toggle through the following modes and use / to make adjustment in those modes.

Autoset: Press MENU to set the strongest local radio stations for AM/FM1/FM2 without losing your original manually set preset stations. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Bass: Press MENU to decrease/increase the bass setting.

Treble: Press MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting.

Balance: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Fade: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

5. TUNE: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequency and also to select various settings in menu mode.

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6. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press to play the tracks on the current CD in random order.

7. REPEAT:Press to repeat the current CD track.

8. FF (Fast forward): Press to manually advance in a CD track.

9. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

10. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To recall a previously set station, press the desired memory preset button briefly.

11. SEEK/TRACK: Press to access the next/previous strong station. In CD mode, press to advance to the next/previous track.

12. SCAN: Press to toggle between SCAN ON and SCAN OFF. When activated, the system scans up through and plays a brief sampling of available radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

13. AM/FM:Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

14. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

15. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already present in the system, the disc will begin to play.

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16. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.

AM/FM STEREO TAPE/CD/MP3

1. CD eject: Press to eject the CD.

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2. CLK (Clock): Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press MENU to adjust the hours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time of day when the ignition is off.

3. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to toggle through the following modes and use / to make adjustment in those modes.

Autoset: Press MENU to access the autoset setting. Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Use MENU to set. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Press again to disengage.

Bass: Press MENU to decrease/increase the level of bass.

Treble: Press MENU to decrease/increase the level of treble.

Balance: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Fade: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press MENU to go to the previous or next MP3 directory.

Flat file/directory mode: Press MENU to select Flat file mode or Directory mode.

Track number/music name/file name: In MP3 mode, press MENU to view by track number, music name or file name.

Dolby: Dolby noise reduction: Reduces tape noise and hiss. Press MENU to cycle Dolby ON/OFF. The Dolby noise

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reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

5. TUNE: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequency and also to select various settings in menu mode.

6. Tape eject: Press to eject the tape.

7. Tape 12: Press to change playing sides of the tape.

8. TEXT: In MP3 mode, press to view the next 12 characters in the MP3 Music name/file name of the current MP3 track and directory.

9. SHUFF (Shuffle): In CD or MP3 mode, press to play the tracks on the current CD/MP3 in random order. In MP3 directory mode, press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order.

10. REPEAT: Press to repeat the current CD/MP3 track.

11. FF (Fast forward): In tape mode, press to fast forward the tape. In CD mode, press to manually advance in a CD track.

12. REW (Rewind): In tape mode, press to rewind the tape. In CD mode, press to manually reverse in a CD track.

13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To select a preset station, press the desired memory preset button.

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14. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

15. SEEK/TRACK: In radio mode, press / to access the next/previous strong station. In CD and MP3 flat file mode, press to access the next track. In MP3 directory mode, press to select the next/previous track in the current directory.

16. Scan: In radio mode, scan through the available stations. In tape mode, you may set SCAN on or off. If activated, the player will scan the tape and plays a short Introduction of each song. In CD and MP3 flat file mode, you may set the scan on or off. If activated, the system will scan through each track. In MP3 directory mode, you may set scan on or off. If activated, the system will scan in the current directory.

17. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

18. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already in the system, the disc will begin play.

19. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.

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PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO CD6/MP3

1. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.

2. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already in the system, the disc will start playing.

3. EJ (CD eject): Press to eject the CD. Press and hold to eject all CDs.

4. CLK (Clock): Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press MENU to adjust the hours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off.

5. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

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6. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to toggle through the following modes and use / to make adjustment in those modes.

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press MENU to access. Use MENU to set. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Bass: Press MENU to decrease/increase the bass setting.

Treble: Press MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting.

Balance: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Fade: Press MENU to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.

Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press MENU / to go to the previous/next directory.

Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU to access this feature. Use MENU to select flat file mode or directory mode.

Track #/normal music name/file name: Press MENU to access and use / to scroll through MP3 display options (track #, normal music name or file name).

7. TUNE/DISC: Press to manually go down/up ( / ) the radio frequency, select the previous/next CD or to select various settings in menu mode. In MP3 directory mode, press / to access the previous/next directory

8. TEXT: In MP3 normal music name/file name mode, press to view the next 12 characters in the MP3 music name/filename of the current MP3 track and directory.

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9. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press to play the tracks on the current CD/MP3 in random order. In MP3 directory mode, press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order.

10. REPEAT: Press to repeat the current CD/MP3 track.

11. FF (Fast forward): Press to manually advance in a CD track.

12. REW (Rewind): Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To select a preset station, press the desired memory preset.

14. SEEK/TRACK: In radio, CD and MP3 flat file mode, press / to access the next/previous strong station or track. In MP3 directory mode, press to select the next/previous track in the current directory.

15. SCAN: In radio, CD and MP3 flat file mode, press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD/MP3 tracks. In MP3 directory mode, press to hear a brief sampling of all tracks in the current directory. Press again to stop.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

17. LOAD: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to autoload up to six discs.

18. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up.

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CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.

RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 5401700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9107.7, 107.9 MHz

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can affect radio reception:

Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE Do:

Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.

Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub.

Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 1012 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.

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Dont:

Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.

Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played.

CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do:

Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out.

Dont:

Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time.

Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.

Clean using a circular motion.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Mazda CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your authorized Mazda dealership.

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HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.

3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.

OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.

OPERATING TIPS To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place

the air flow selector in the position.

To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm weather, do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position.

Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents.

Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air flow to the back seats.

Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.

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

1. Select

2. Set the temperature control to full heat

3. Set the fan speed to HI

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

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

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 (IF EQUIPPED)

1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.

3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.

MAX A/C (if equipped): A/C compressor is ON. Recirculated air flows from the instrument panel vents only. Temperature of air is not adjustable (cold only).

A/C (if equipped): A/C compressor is ON. Outside air flows from the instrument panel vents only.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents only. (A/C compressor is OFF).

OFF: Outside air is shut off and the fan motor does not operate.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents. (A/C compressor is ON).

: Distributes outside air through the floor vents. (A/C compressor is OFF).

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and the floor vents. (A/C compressor is ON).

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents only. (A/C compressor is ON).

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OPERATING TIPS To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place

the air flow selector in the position.

To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position.

Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to breathe using the outside air inlet vents.

Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats.

Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield.

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

1. Select .

2. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort.

3. Set the fan speed to HI

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

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

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

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HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the headlamps on.

FOG LAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

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

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

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High beams

After turning the headlamps on, 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 up or down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting.

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

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.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

Push down to activate the left turn signal.

Push up to activate the right turn signal.

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 all the bulbs frequently.

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.

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Function Number of bulbs Trade number

Park/turn lamps (front)

2 3157 AK (amber)

Headlamps 2 9003 Rear stop/tail lamps 2 3157K Rear turn lamps 2 3156K Rear license plate lamps

2 3156K/168

Backup lamp 2 3156K Rear/turn/sidemarker 2 916NA (amber) Fog lamp (if equipped)

2 899

Cargo lamp 1 211-2 Interior overhead lamp 1 912 (906) Front door courtesy lamp

1 168

Map lamps 2 168 (T10) Ashtray lamp 1 161 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.

Replacing headlamp bulbs

NOTE: The procedure can be difficult. Your Mazda dealer has the proper tools, training and parts to perform this task. If you have difficulty with this, vistit your local Mazda dealer.

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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 childrens 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. Always wear safety glasses while handling bulbs.

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

1. With the flat side of the bulbs 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.

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

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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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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers (from desired interval to low or high speed position); rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk:

briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid.

a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.

a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds.

Windshield 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.

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.

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Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from

the vehicle. 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.

2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard.

3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance.

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you.

2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location.

3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

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AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plugs. Improper use of the power outlets can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

The auxiliary power points are located on the instrument panel. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power points.

Do not use the power points for operating the cigarette lighter element.

The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse rating. For example: a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts, a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse should supply a maximum of 120 Watts. Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse. Refer to Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for fuse ratings in your vehicle.

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window.

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One touch down Allows the drivers window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly. Press again to stop.

AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) When the inside rear view mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, the inside rear view mirror will automatically darken to minimize glare. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper system performance.

Press the left button on the mirror to turn the auto dimming ON or OFF. The green indicator light left of the display will illuminate when this feature is ON.

COMPASS/TEMPERATURE EC MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antennas. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment.

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Outside air temperature Display operation of the mirror with the compass feature:

Press the right button to toggle the display between the compass direction and no display.

Display operation of mirror with temperature and compass feature:

Press the right button once to display temperature F and compass.

Press the right button twice to display temperature C and compass.

Press the right button three times to turn the display OFF.

WARNING: The outside temperature indicator is not designed to serve as an ICE warning device and is therefore unsuitable for that purpose. Indicated temperatures just above the freezing point does not guarantee that the road surface is free of ice.

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which compass zone

you are in by referring to the zone map.

2. Turn ignition to the ON position.

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6 7 8 91011

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3. To change the zone setting, push and hold the right button until ZONE appears in the display.

4. Press the right button repeatedly until desired compass zone number is displayed. The display will change back to the compass direction after 3 seconds when the button is not activated.

Compass calibration adjustment

The compass calibrates itself under normal driving conditions. There is not a need for manual compass calibration. If calibration is still desired, follow these instructions:

1. Start the vehicle.

2. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories and make sure that all vehicle doors are shut.

3. Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines.

4. Press and hold the left button for approximately 3 seconds until CAL appears in the display. Release the left button to enter the calibration mode.

5. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph] in a circle until CAL indicator disappears in the display (about two or three circles).

6. The compass is now calibrated.

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POWER MIRROR CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph).

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. You may lose control of the vehicle.

WARNING: Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. You may lose control of the vehicle or cause engine system damage.

Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience.

1. Press the ON control and release it.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

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3. Press the SET + control and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on.

Note:

Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill.

If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

If the vehicle speed decreases to 40 km/h (25 mph) or less, your speed control will disengage

Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control:

Depress the brake pedal or

Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped).

Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

Note: When you use the clutch pedal to disengage the speed control, the engine speed may briefly increase, this is normal.

Resuming a set speed Press the RES (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

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Increasing speed while using speed control There are three ways to set a higher speed:

Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control.

Press and release the SET + control to operate the Tap-Up function. Each tap will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.

Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed:

Press and hold the CST - control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control.

Press and release the CST - control to operate the Tap-Down function. Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped) until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control.

Turning off speed control

There are three ways to turn off the speed control:

Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will not erase your vehicles previously set speed.

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Press the speed control OFF control.

Turn OFF the ignition.

Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased.

Note: Fully depressing the clutch pedal may cause a flare in engine RPM as the throttle is returned to idle. This is normal.

OVERDRIVE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Activating overdrive

(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.

The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears.

Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever. The O/D Off indicator light will illuminate on the instrument cluster. The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive.

To return to normal overdrive mode, press the Transmission Control Switch again. The O/D Off indicator light will no longer be illuminated.

When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically return to normal (Overdrive) mode.

For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter.

O/D ON/OFF

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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include:

Utility compartment with cassette/compact disc storage

Cupholders

Coin holder slots

Flip up armrest

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend the pickup box for longer loads.

To extend the bed extender:

1. Lower tailgate.

2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the extender to release it from the pickup box.

3. Pivot extender on to the tailgate.

4. Evenly push down on the extender and push the round knobs in on each side locking it in place.

Green markings on the shaft indicate the locked position. The locking clip screws below the middle bar can be tightened counterclockwise for extra security.

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Note: If the red marking on the shaft is visible, the bed extender is not locked or properly secured.

To stow the bed extender, follow steps one through four in reverse order.

The bed extender may be used to secure a load of up to 46 kg (100 lbs.) on the tailgate.

The bed extender should always be kept in the stowed position with the tailgate closed when not in use.

When driving the vehicle off road, the bed extender should be removed and the tailgate closed.

To remove the bed extender:

1. Extend the bed extender.

2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the extender to unlock it.

Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the extender.

3. Press the locking clips below the middle bar on each side and lift the extender out of the bed.

Note: Remove and store the bed extender when not in use.

To install the bed extender, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.

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KEYS

The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer.

You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency.

Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press the top of the control to unlock all doors and the bottom to lock all doors.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key.

The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK position.

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

GENERAL INFORMATION: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

UNLOCK

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Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate the equipment.

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to:

unlock the vehicle doors without a key.

lock all the vehicle doors without a key.

activate the personal alarm.

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

Unlocking the doors

1. Press and release to unlock the drivers door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate.

2. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors.

Locking the doors

Press and release to lock all the doors. The park lamps will flash once to confirm lock; if any of the doors are not properly closed, the lamps will not flash.

Pressing a second time within two seconds will cause all doors to lock, the parking lamps to flash, and the horn to sound one time in order to confirm locking.

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Power door lock disabled The UNLOCK feature on your power door locks will not work from inside the vehicle when:

the ignition has been turned to the OFF position, and

20 seconds elapse after all vehicle doors are closed and locked using the remote entry transmitter, or the power door lock control (while the accompanying door is open).

The UNLOCK feature will work again after:

a door has become ajar,

the ignition is turned to the ON position, or

using the UNLOCK control on your remote entry transmitter.

Sounding a personal alarm

Press to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of 30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to timeout in 3 minutes.

Note: The personal alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position.

Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters (33 feet). A decrease in the operating range could be caused by:

weather conditions,

nearby radio towers,

structures around the vehicle and

other vehicles parked next to the vehicle.

UNLOCK

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To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART. Damage to the transmitter may result in operation failure.

2. Remove the old battery.

3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery.

4. Snap the two halves back together.

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost remote entry transmitters

If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming.

How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters

You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure.

To reprogram the remote entry transmitters:

1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked.

2. Put the key in the ignition.

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3. Turn the key from the 2 (LOCK) position to 3 (OFF).

4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF) position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (ON) position. The instrument lights in the cluster will come on for a bulb check in the 4 (ON) position.

5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated.

6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again.

7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed.

8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.

9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters.

10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited.

Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:

the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or

the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or

after 25 seconds of illumination.

The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate.

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The inside lights will not turn off if: they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or any door is open.

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the last door is closed, even if the dimmer control is on.

SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used.

The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Mazda aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may be purchased from your dealer. The dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key.

Note: A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle.

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine.

Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster.

When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent.

When the ignition is in the ON position, the indicator will glow for 3 seconds, then turn off to indicate normal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.

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Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position.

The theft indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle.

The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. Note: If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer.

Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you dont have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed.

Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys.

Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

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Tips:

A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. Only use Securilock keys. You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that

already operate your vehicles engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible.

If you do not have at least 2 previously programmed keys, you must take your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.

1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition.

2. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds.

3. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, and remove the coded key from the ignition.

4. Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition.

5. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds.

6. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, and remove the second key from the ignition.

7. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the unprogrammed key (new/valet key) into the ignition.

8. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one second.

9. Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicles engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicles engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from step 1 for each additional key.

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SEATING

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)

WARNING: Never adjust the drivers seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

Lift the release bar to move seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is locked into place.

Pull lever located at the side of the seat cushion up to adjust seatback.

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60/40 seat (if equipped) To gain access to the storage compartment in your armrest (if equipped), lift the latch to open lid.

The 60/40 seat cupholder (if equipped) is detachable for cleaning.

Firmly grasp the bottom of the cup holder and pull up.

To re-attach:

Slide the cupholder over the two pins located on the front of the 60% drivers seat.

Press down until it is firmly latched into place.

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness.

Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness.

Passenger side rear access (if equipped) Pull up on the recliner handle. The seat will lean forward. Lift the release bar to move the seat forward to access the rear area of the cab.

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To return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then push the seatback up to lock it in place. The seat will lock, and you will have to use the release bar to move the seat back to the original position.

REAR SEATS

Center facing jump seat (2door Cab Plus) (if equipped) To open, pull inboard and down on the seat handle. To stow the seat, pull seat bottom back to the fully upright position.

WARNING: Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat.

Center facing jump seat (4 door CabPlus 4) (if equipped) To open, pull seat assembly down, then raise seatback.

To stow the seat, fold seat back down and raise seat assembly to the fully upright position.

WARNING: Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Safety restraints precautions

WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.

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WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided.

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.

WARNING: In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt.

WARNING: Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

WARNING: On four-door Cab Plus 4 vehicles, do not open the rear door when the rear seat belt is still buckled.

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Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the

proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.

The front outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger outboard safety belt has two types of locking modes described below:

Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management

feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision.

This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupants chest.

Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

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Automatic locking mode (outboard front passenger seating position only) for use with child safety seats In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front seat.

Refer to Safety Restraints for Children, Safety Seats for Children, or Passenger air bag On/Off switch later in this chapter.

How to use the automatic locking mode (Outboard front passenger seating position only) for use with child safety seats Buckle the combination lap and

shoulder belt.

Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out.

Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

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WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the entire seat belt system should be checked for proper operation by a qualified technician. Verify that the automatic locking retractors in all outboard seating positions are functioning properly. Additionally check that the automatic locking mode feature for child safety seat in the passenger outboard seating position is functioning properly.

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual.

WARNING: Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.

Safety belt pretensioner

Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. Both pretensioners will fire if the front airbags fire, whether or not there is a belted occupant in either front outboard seat.

The safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate during certain frontal or near-frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration. A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body.

The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckle assembly, pretensioner assembly with seat and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in the activation of the safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter.

WARNING: Failure to replace the safety belt assembly after a crash has occurred could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.

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Front safety belt height adjustment

Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.

Regular Cab and 4door Cab Plus

2door Cab Plus

To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Lap belts

Adjusting the center lap belt

The lap belt does not adjust automatically.

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WARNING: The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. Failure to position the lap belt correctly may cause serious injury in an accident.

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle.

To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips.

Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use to keep the belt away from door openings and available after unfolding the seats.

Adjusting the rear center facing jump seat lap belt (if equipped) The center facing rear jump seat lap belt will adjust automatically. To fasten, grasp the tongue, and with a continuous motion, pull out enough webbing to buckle the tongue into the correct buckle. If you did not pull out enough webbing to reach the buckle, allow the tongue to retract fully before trying to pull it out again.

WARNING: The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. Failure to position the lap belt correctly may cause serious injury in an accident.

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If you need to lengthen the belt, unfasten it and repeat the procedure above.

To unfasten the belt, push in the release button prior to opening the rear door.

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short for you, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly. Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your authorized Mazda dealership.

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended.

NOTE: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime

The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operation

If... Then...

The drivers safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The drivers safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...

The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.

The drivers safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.

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BeltMinder

The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the drivers safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.

If... Then...

The drivers safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON...

The BeltMinder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until drivers safety belt is buckled.

The drivers safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding...

The BeltMinder feature will not activate.

The drivers safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...

The BeltMinder feature will not activate.

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data)

Reasons given... Consider...

Crashes are rare events 36,700 crashes occur every day.

The more we drive, the more we are exposed to rare events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be

seriously injured in a crash during

our lifetime.

Im not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25

miles of home.

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Reasons given... Consider...

Belts are uncomfortable Safety belts are designed to enhance comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible; this can improve comfort.

I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident. Safety Belt Warning Chime reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up.

Seat belts dont work Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks.

Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in

single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around.

Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted.

The people Im with dont wear belts

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see.

I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers.

Id rather be thrown clear Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely

to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CANT PICK OUR CRASH.

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WARNING: Always wear the safety belt. Do not be tempted to sit on top of the belt to fool police or to defeat the warning system. The safety belt and safety belt warning system are there to protect your life.

One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only.

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.

The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:

Before following the procedure, ensure that the following conditions are met:

The parking brake is set.

The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral position (manual transmission).

The ignition switch is in the OFF position.

All vehicle doors are closed.

The drivers safety belt is unbuckled.

The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure).

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle.

BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.)

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 12 minutes.)

Steps 35 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.

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3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the safety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during BeltMinder warning activation.

4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps.

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the safety belt unbuckled.

After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds.

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.

This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled.

7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.

8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by:

The safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.

Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off.

Once again, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per second for three seconds.

9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete.

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged.

NOTE:If unsure about the proper procedures, bring your vehicle to an authorized Mazda dealership for inspection. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts, replacing if necessary. Check all automatic locking retractors on all outboard seating positions as well as the automatic locking mode for child safety seats on the passenger front belt. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after

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a collision. Mazda recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and an authorized Mazda technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

The energy absorbing functions may have been activated in a collision so the restraints should be examined; if the front air bags have deployed, the pretensioners have also deployed and must be replaced regardless of whether there was an occupant in the passenger seat or not.

WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.

Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter.

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions

The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.

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WARNING: Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module. Always wear your safety belt.

WARNING: Airbags have been known to kill or injure a child in front facing child restraints. When placing a child safety seat in a front seating position including the center (if equipped), you should turn off the passenger airbag switch after being certain the child is properly restrained. If the child safety seat is in the outboard seating position, slide the seat all the way back.

WARNING: Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat.

WARNING: Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off. See Passenger airbag ON/OFF switch in this chapter.

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided.

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WARNING: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches) between an occupants chest and the driver air bag module.

WARNING: Never place your arm or feet over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.

WARNING: Never place a rear facing infant seat in the front seat unless the passenger air bag is turned off.

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag: Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the

pedals comfortably. Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright

position.

WARNING: Do not put anything on or over the air bag module including hands or feet. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury.

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your authorized Mazda dealership.

WARNING: Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame, bumper, front end body structure, tow hooks and snow plows may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.

WARNING: Additional equipment may effect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Consult your authorized Mazda dealership before installation of additional equipment.

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WARNING: The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position.

Children and air bags

For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide.

WARNING: Never place a rearward facing child safety restraint in front of an activated airbag. Airbags have been known to kill or injure children in front facing child safety restraints. Whenever placing a child safety seat in a front seating position (including center if equipped), turn off the passenger side air bag switch after being certain the child is properly restrained. If using a forward facing child safety restraint in the front outboard seat, slide the seat all the way back, and turn off the passenger air bag. If using a rear facing child safety seat in the front outboard seating position, make sure the passenger airbag is turned off and slide the passenger seat all the way forward until the safety seat rests on the dashboard. See Passenger air bag on/off switch in this chapter.

WARNING: Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat.

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WARNING: An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Child seats should never be placed in the front seats, unless passenger air bag switch is turned off. See Passenger air bag on/off switch in this chapter.

WARNING: Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off.

WARNING: Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration.

The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts.

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The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.

While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, it may also cause minor abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss. Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control.

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation or you may be burned.

WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.

The SRS consists of:

driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags),

passenger air bag deactivation switch and restraint control module (RCM)

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and the electrical wiring which connects the components.

The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the passenger air bag deactivation switch, the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors).

Determining if the system is operational

The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster and the passenger air bag deactivate switch or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter or Passenger air bag deactivate switch section in this chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:

The readiness lights will either flash or stay lit.

The readiness lights will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on.

A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership immediately.

WARNING: Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (including safety belt pretensioners)

For disposal of safety belt pretensioners, air bags, or air bag equipped vehicles, see your authorized Mazda dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.

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Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch

WARNING: An airbag ON/OFF switch has been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with these instructions and warnings. Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.

Turning the passenger air bag off 1. Ignition OFF.

2. Insert the ignition key, turn the switch to OFF position and hold in OFF position while removing the key.

3. When the ignition switch is turned to the ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly, momentarily shuts off and then turns back on. This indicates that the passenger air bag is deactivated. Do not use a second key to turn off the passenger airbag, as the lock position might be changed without your knowing.

ON OFF

OFF

PASSENGER AIRBAG

ON OFF

OFF

PASSENGER AIRBAG

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WARNING: You must turn the passenger air bag Off if you have a rear facing child seat in the front seat of the pickup (the center lapbelt on front split seats or the center facing rear seats do not accommodate child seats). Statistics show that children under 12 are more likely to suffer minor injuries in the front passenger seats than adults. If you must have a child in the front passenger seat, place the largest child in the front seat, make sure that the child is belted, the vehicle seat is all the way back, and the passenger airbag is turned OFF. The front seat center lap belt and the center facing rear seats do not accommodate child seats; therefore, you may not be able to put a larger child in the front passenger seat if a child seat is involved.

WARNING: If the OFF light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in the ON position, have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership.

WARNING: In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, always remove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON/OFF switch.

Turning the passenger air bag back on

The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON.

1. Insert the ignition key and turn the switch to ON.

2. The OFF light will briefly illuminate when the ignition is turned to ON. This indicates that the passenger air bag is operational.

ON OFF

OFF

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WARNING: If the light is illuminated when the passenger air bag ON/OFF switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is ON, have the passenger air bag ON/OFF switch serviced at your authorized Mazda dealership immediately.

The passenger side air bag should always be ON (the air bag OFF light should not be illuminated) except for certain vulnerable persons. See guidance on following pages.

WARNING: The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes. When you turn OFF your air bag, you not only lose the protection of the air bag, you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system, which was designed to work with the air bag. Most vehicles with full back seats do not have cut-off switches, but NHTSA and Transport Canada will allow a cut-off switch to be installed on request for a certain category of persons who must ride up front and there is a concern about riding there. Please see the guidance below.

WARNING: Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If a child in a rear facing infant seat must be transported in front, the passenger air bag must be turned OFF. This is because the back of the infant seat is too close to the inflating air bag and the risk of a fatal injury to the infant when the air bag inflates is substantial.

The vast majority of drivers and passengers over the age of 12 years are much safer with an air bag than without. To do their job and reduce the risk of life threatening injuries, air bags must open with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seat occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary air bag injuries without reducing the overall safety of the vehicle is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained in the vehicle, especially in the front seat. This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide. If you choose to deactivate your air bag, you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the air bag and you are also reducing the

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effectiveness of the safety belts, because safety belts in modern vehicles are designed to work as a safety system with the air bags.

Read all air bag Warning labels in the vehicle as well as the other important air bag instructions and Warnings in this Owners Guide.

NHTSA gives permission to install airbag cut-off switches in the following terms:

1. Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because:

the vehicle has no rear seat;

the vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear-facing infant seat; or

the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infants physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so that the driver can constantly monitor the childs condition.

2. Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat because:

the vehicle has no rear seat;

although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever possible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of the vehicle; or

the child has a medical condition which, according to the childs physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the childs condition.

3. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which, according to his or her physician:

causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger; and

makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash.

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WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupants chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs. In a crash, if the air bag is turned OFF, this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing the belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury. The more severe the crash, and the heavier the occupant, the greater the risk is. Be sure the air bag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the NHTSA deactivation criteria.

Transport Canada gives permission to install airbag cut-off switches in the following terms:

1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because:

my vehicle has no rear seat; the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear-facing infant

seat; or the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infants

physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the infants condition.

2. Child age 12 or under: A child age 12 or under must ride in the front seat because:

my vehicle has no rear seat; although children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat whenever

possible, children age 12 and under have no option but to sometimes ride in the front seat because rear seat space is insufficient; or

the child has a medical condition that, according to the childs physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the childs condition.

3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that, according to his or her physician:

poses a special risk for the passenger if the air bag deploys; and makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deployment

greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and experiencing a crash without the protection offered by the air bag

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WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and/or right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupants chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs. In a crash, if the air bag is turned OFF, this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing the belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury. The more severe the crash, and the heavier the occupant, the greater the risk is. Be sure the air bag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the Transport Canada deactivation criteria.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN

See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags.

Important child restraint precautions NOTE:You are required by law to use a child-restraint system in the U.S. and Canada. Many states require that children use approved booster seats until they are eight years old. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle.

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.

NOTE:Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use.

WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Never place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat, position the vehicle seat fully rearward and turn the passenger air bag off.

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WARNING: An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Child seats should never be placed in the front seats, unless passenger air bag switch is turned off, See Passenger air bag on/off switch.

WARNING: Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off. Also, slide the front seat forward until the rear facing child seat contacts the dash board for maximum support. (All other children and forward facing child seats and booster seats should be on front seats that are slid back as far away as possible from the dashboard.

WARNING: Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat.

Children and safety belts

If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat.

Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts.

Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle.

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the childs face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit.

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle.

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WARNING: Placing a child, 12 years or younger, in the front seat is dangerous. The child could be hit by a deploying air bag and be seriously injured or even killed. Never place a child safety seat in a center facing rear jump seat. If you must place a child safety seat in a front seating position, make sure the passenger airbag is turned off. See Turning the airbag Off in this section. Never use a rear-facing child restraint system in the front seat with an air bag that could deploy.

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, these children are still too small for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of serious injury. To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Mazda recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children.

When children should use booster seats

Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap/shoulder belt to fit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lbs (about 8 to 12 years old).

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions:

Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching?

Does the lap belt rest low across the hips?

Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?

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Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?

WARNING: Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt.

Types of booster seats

There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:

Those that are backless.

If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your childs head (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case, use a high-backed booster seat.

Those with a high back.

If, with a backless booster seat, you cannot find a seating position that adequately supports your childs head, a high back booster seat would be a better choice.

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs.

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center of the shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips, never up high across the stomach.

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition.

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The importance of shoulder belts

Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a childs head hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a booster seat with combination lap/shoulder belts.

WARNING: Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.

WARNING: Never put the shoulder belt under a childs arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision.

WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision.

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN

Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturers instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.

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