Page 3 - Mazda Motor Corporation; ©2009 Mazda Motor Corporation; A Word to Mazda Owners
Black plate (3,1) Thank you for choosing a Mazda. We at Mazda design and build vehicles with completecustomer satisfaction in mind. To help ensure enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your Mazda, read this manualcarefully and follow its recommendations. An Authorized Mazda Dealer knows your vehic...
Page 4 - NOTE; How to Use This Manual
Black plate (4,1) We want to help you get the most drivingpleasure from your vehicle. Your owner'smanual, when read from cover to cover,can do that in many ways. Illustrations complement the words of themanual to best explain how to enjoy yourMazda. By reading your manual, you canfind out about the ...
Page 5 - Table of Contents
Black plate (5,1) Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page5Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:26 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H Table of Contents Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. 1 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, c...
Page 7 - Your Vehicle at a Glance
Black plate (7,1) 1 Your Vehicle at a Glance Interior, exterior views and part identification of your Mazda. Dashboard and Interior Overview .............................................. 1-2 Exterior Overview ......................................................................... 1-4 1-1 Mazda5_8...
Page 8 - Dashboard and Interior Overview
Black plate (8,1) 1-2 Your Vehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Dashboard and Interior Overview Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page8Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:26 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H
Page 10 - Exterior Overview
Black plate (10,1) 1-4 Your Vehicle at a Glance The equipment and installation position varies by vehicle Exterior Overview Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page10Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:26 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H
Page 13 - Essential Safety Equipment
Black plate (13,1) 2 Essential Safety Equipment Use of safety equipment, including seats, seat belt system, child-restraintsystems and SRS air bags. Seats ............................................................................................... 2-2 Front Seats ....................................
Page 14 - Front Seats; Do not drive with damaged front seats:; Seat Slide; WARNING; Seats
Black plate (14,1) Front Seats WARNING Do not modify or replace the frontseats: Modifying or replacing the front seatssuch as replacing the upholstery orloosening any bolts is dangerous. Thefront seats contain air bagcomponents essential to thesupplemental restraint system. Suchmodifications could d...
Page 15 - Seat Recline
Black plate (15,1) q Seat Recline WARNING Do not drive with either front seatreclined: Sitting in a reclined position while thevehicle is moving is dangerousbecause you do not get the fullprotection from seat belts. Duringsudden braking or a collision, youcan slide under the lap belt andsuffer serio...
Page 16 - CAUTION; Armrest; The armrest can be used or placed upright.
Black plate (16,1) CAUTION When returning a rear-reclinedseatback to its upright position,make sure you hold onto theseatback with your other hand whileoperating the lever. If the seatback isnot supported, it will flip forwardsuddenly and could cause injury. q Height Adjustment (Driver's Seat) To ad...
Page 18 - Do not drive with the seats reclined:
Black plate (18,1) q Seat Slide To move the seat forward or backward,raise the lever and slide the seat to thedesired position and release the lever. Make sure the lever returns to its originalposition and the seat is locked in place byattempting to push it forward andbackward. q Seat Recline WARNIN...
Page 19 - Third-Row Seat Access; Passenger ingress
Black plate (19,1) CAUTION When returning a rear-reclinedseatback to its upright position,make sure you hold onto theseatback with your other hand whileoperating the lever. If the seatback isnot supported, it will flip forwardsuddenly and could cause injury. q Armrest The armrest can be used or plac...
Page 20 - Folding the Second-Row Seats; Folding the seatbacks
Black plate (20,1) q Folding the Second-Row Seats To create a flat luggage compartmentspace, lift the seat-bottoms of the second-row seats and fold the seatbacks forward. Folding the seatbacks 1. Insert the second-row outboard seat belts in the retainers. 2. Move the seat all the way back. 3. Lower ...
Page 23 - Head Restraints; Height adjustment
Black plate (23,1) NOTE To create a flat luggage compartment spacefrom the rear of the vehicle to the back of thefront seats, fold the second-row and third-rowseats (page 2-8). To return third-row seat to its originalposition Return the seatback to its original positionwhile pulling its strap.Make s...
Page 24 - Seat Warmer
Black plate (24,1) Second-Row seat Third-Row seat Removal/Installation To remove the head restraint, pull it upwhile pressing the stop-catch.To install the head restraint, press theuprights into the holes while pressing thestop-catch. WARNING Always drive with the head restraintsset up when seats ar...
Page 25 - People with delicate skin
Black plate (25,1) WARNING Ø Be careful when using the seatwarmer. The heat from the seatwarmer may be too hot for somepeople, as indicated below, andcould cause a low-temperatureburn. Ø Infants, small babies, elderlypeople, and physicallychallenged people Ø People with delicate skin Ø People who ar...
Page 26 - Seat Belt Precautions; Seat Belt Systems
Black plate (26,1) Seat Belt Precautions Seat belts help to decrease the possibility of severe injury during accidents and suddenstops. Mazda recommends that the driver and all passengers always wear seat belts. All of the seat belt retractors are designed to keep the lap/shoulder belts out of the w...
Page 27 - Do not wear twisted seat belts:
Black plate (27,1) WARNING Always wear your seat belt and make sure all occupants are properly restrained: Not wearing a seat belt is extremely dangerous. During a collision, occupants notwearing seat belts could hit someone or things inside the vehicle or even be thrownout of the vehicle. They coul...
Page 28 - Cleaning the; Pregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditions
Black plate (28,1) CAUTION Belt retraction may become difficult if the belts and rings are soiled, so try to keepthem clean. For more details about cleaning the seat belts, refer to “ Cleaning the Lap/Shoulder Belt Webbing ” (page 8-54). Ring q Pregnant Women and Persons with Serious Medical Conditi...
Page 29 - Automatic Locking Mode
Black plate (29,1) q Automatic Locking Mode Always use the automatic locking mode to keep the child-restraint system from shifting toan unsafe position in the event of an accident. To enable seat belt automatic locking mode,pull it all the way out and connect it as instructed on the child-restraint ...
Page 30 - Seat Belt; Fastening the Seat Belt; Insert the seat belt tongue into the seat; Position the lap belt as low as possible,
Black plate (30,1) Seat Belt q Fastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the seat belt tongue. 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. Lap/shoulder belt Seat belt tongue 3. Insert the seat belt tongue into the seat belt buckle until you hear a clicksound. Seat belt tongue Seat belt buckle WARNING Positioni...
Page 31 - Unfastening the Seat Belt; Front Shoulder Belt Adjuster
Black plate (31,1) q Unfastening the Seat Belt Depress the button on the seat belt buckle.If the belt does not fully retract, pull it outand check for kinks or twists. Then makesure it remains untwisted as it retracts. Button NOTE If a belt does not fully retract, inspect it forkinks and twists. If ...
Page 32 - Fastening the seat
Black plate (32,1) Front Seat Belt Pretensionerand Load Limiting Systems For optimum protection, the driver andfront passenger seat belts are equippedwith pretensioner and load limitingsystems. For both these systems to workproperly you must wear the seat beltproperly. Pretensioners: In moderate or ...
Page 34 - Seat Belt Extender; Do not use an improper extender:
Black plate (34,1) Seat Belt Extender If your seat belt is not long enough, evenwhen fully extended, a seat belt extendermay be available to you at no charge fromyour Authorized Mazda Dealer.This extender will be only for you and forthe particular vehicle and seat. Even if itplugs into other seat be...
Page 35 - Seat Belt Warning Light/Beep; Conditions of operation; Belt Minder
Black plate (35,1) NOTE When not in use, remove the seat belt extenderand store it in the vehicle. If the seat beltextender is left connected, the seat beltextender might get damaged as it will notretract with the rest of the seat belt and caneasily fall out of the door when not in use andbe damaged...
Page 36 - Driver seated/Front passenger seated
Black plate (36,1) Driver seated/Front passenger notseated The belt minder is a supplementalwarning to the seat belt warning function.If the driver's seat belt is not fastenedwhen the ignition switch is turned to theON position, the warning light/beepoperates to give you further remindersaccording t...
Page 37 - Child Restraint Precautions; A rear-facing child-restraint system should; Child Restraint
Black plate (37,1) Child Restraint Precautions Mazda strongly urges the use of child-restraint systems for children small enough to usethem. You are required by law to use a child-restraint system for children in the U.S. and Canada.Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirem...
Page 38 - Use the correct size child-restraint system:
Black plate (38,1) WARNING Use the correct size child-restraint system: For effective protection in vehicle accidents and sudden stops, a child must beproperly restrained using a seat belt or child-restraint system depending on age andsize. If not, the child could be seriously injured or even killed...
Page 40 - Never use one seat belt on more than one person at a time:
Black plate (40,1) Do not allow a child or anyone to lean over or against the side window of a vehiclewith side and curtain air bags: It is dangerous to allow anyone to lean over or against the side window, the area ofthe front passenger seat, the front and rear window pillars and the roof edge alon...
Page 41 - Restraint Systems
Black plate (41,1) Installing Child-RestraintSystems Accident statistics reveal that a child issafer in the rear seats. The frontpassenger's seat is clearly the worst choicefor any child under 12, and with rear-facing child-restraint systems it is clearlyunsafe due to air bags. NOTE Even if your veh...
Page 46 - Make sure the front passenger air bag; ONLY
Black plate (46,1) 5. Make sure the front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminatesafter installing a child-restraint systemon the front passenger seat.Refer to Front passenger air bagdeactivation indicator light on page2-44. WARNING Do not seat a child in a child-restraintsystem on...
Page 47 - Make sure the child-restraint system is properly secured:
Black plate (47,1) LATCH Child-Restraint Systems Your Mazda is equipped with LATCH lower anchors for attachment of specially designedLATCH child-restraint systems in the rear seats. Both anchors must be used, otherwise theseat will bounce around and put the child in danger. Most LATCH child-restrain...
Page 48 - Tether strap position
Black plate (48,1) q LATCH Child-Restraint SystemInstallation Procedure (Second-Row Seats Only) 1. Slide the second-row seat as far back as possible. 2. Make sure the seatback is securely latched by pushing it back until it isfully locked. 3. Expand the area between the seat bottom and the seatback ...
Page 50 - Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions; Please verify; SRS Air Bags
Black plate (50,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include 6 air bags. Please verify the air bags equipped on your vehicle by locating the “ SRS AIRBAG ” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where the a...
Page 51 - Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles:
Black plate (51,1) WARNING Seat belts must be worn in air bag equipped vehicles: Depending only on the air bags for protection during an accident is dangerous.Alone, air bags may not prevent serious injuries. The appropriate air bags can beexpected to inflate only in the first collision with frontal...
Page 52 - Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly:
Black plate (52,1) Sit in the center of the seat and wear seat belts properly: Sitting too close to the side air bag modules or placing hands on them is extremelydangerous. The side air bags inflate with great force and speed directly out of theoutboard side of the front seat and expand along the fr...
Page 54 - Supplemental Restraint System Components
Black plate (54,1) Supplemental Restraint System Components The supplemental restraint systems (SRS) have two basic subsystems: l The air bag system with inflators and air bags. l The electrical system with crash sensors and diagnostic module. The air bags are mounted in the following locations: l T...
Page 56 - How the Air Bags Work; How the Front Air Bags Work; the front air bags will not work
Black plate (56,1) How the Air Bags Work q How the Front Air Bags Work When air bag crash sensors detect a frontal impact of greater than moderate force, anelectrical current is sent to the inflators.Gases are produced to inflate the front air bags and after the inflation, the front air bagsquickly ...
Page 60 - Do not spill any liquids on the front seats or under the front seats.
Black plate (60,1) Do not increase the total seated weight on the front passenger seat: When an infant or small child sits on the front passenger seat, increasing the totalseated weight on the front passenger seat from the total seated weight ofapproximately 30 kg (66 lbs) is dangerous. The front pa...
Page 61 - How the Side and Curtain Air Bags Work; the side and curtain air
Black plate (61,1) NOTE l The system requires about 10 seconds to alternate between turning the front passenger front andside air bags and seat belt pretensioner system on or off. l The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light may illuminate repeatedly if luggage orother items are put on...
Page 62 - Air Bag Activation/Deactivation
Black plate (62,1) q Air Bag Activation/Deactivation NOTE If the front passenger seat weight sensors detect a total seated weight on the front passenger seat isless than approximately 42 kg (93 lb), the front passenger front and side air bags and seat beltpretensioner may not deploy (page 2-44), but...
Page 64 - Constant Monitoring
Black plate (64,1) l Side impacts involving trees or polescan cause severe cosmetic damage butmay not have enough impact force toactivate the side and curtain air bags. l Vehicle roll-over may not provideenough side force to deploy the sideand curtain air bags. l Side impacts with two-wheeledvehicle...
Page 65 - Maintenance; The air bags have deployed.
Black plate (65,1) The diagnostic module continuouslymonitors the system's readiness. Thisbegins when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position and continues whilethe vehicle is being driven. q Air Bag/Front Seat BeltPretensioner System Warning Light If the air bag/front seat belt pretensioner...
Page 66 - Do not remove interior air bag parts:
Black plate (66,1) WARNING Do not operate a vehicle with damagedair bag/seat belt pretensioner systemcomponents: Expended or damaged air bag/seatbelt pretensioner system componentsmust be replaced after any collisionwhich caused them to deploy ordamage them. Only a trainedAuthorized Mazda Dealer can...
Page 67 - Knowing Your Mazda
Black plate (67,1) 3 Knowing Your Mazda Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustmentof various parts. Doors and Locks ........................................................................... 3-2 Keys ....................................................................
Page 68 - Keys; Doors and Locks
Black plate (68,1) Keys WARNING Do not leave the key in your vehiclewith children and keep them in a placewhere your children will not find orplay with them: Leaving children in a vehicle with thekey is dangerous. This could result insomeone being badly injured or evenkilled. Children may find these...
Page 69 - Keyless Entry System; Drop the transmitter.
Black plate (69,1) Key extend/retract method (Retractabletype key) To extend the key, press the releasebutton. To retract the key, rotate it into the holderwhile pressing the release button. Keyless Entry System This system remotely locks and unlocksthe doors and the liftgate.It can also help you si...
Page 70 - Transmitter
Black plate (70,1) q Transmitter Lock button Unlock button Panic button Operation indicator light NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept ...
Page 71 - Panic button
Black plate (71,1) NOTE (Without theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights will flash twice toindicate that all doors and the liftgate areunlocked. (With theft-deterrent system) The hazard warning lights only flash when thetheft deterrent system is turned off.The hazard warning lights do not...
Page 72 - Transmitter Maintenance; Never deform or crush.; Insert a screwdriver into the slot and
Black plate (72,1) q Transmitter Maintenance If the buttons on the transmitter areinoperable and the operation indicatorlight does not flash, the battery may bedead.Replace with a new battery before thetransmitter becomes unusable. CAUTION Ø Install the battery with the positivepole ( ) facing down....
Page 73 - Service
Black plate (73,1) 5. Put in the new battery (CR1620 or equivalent) with the positive pole ( ) facing down. 6. Align the front and back covers and snap the transmitter shut. 7. Align the key with the transmitter as shown in the figure, and insert the keyuntil a click sound is heard. CAUTION Insert t...
Page 74 - Door Locks; Keep all doors locked when driving:; Locking, Unlocking with Key; Locking, Unlocking with Transmitter; Front doors
Black plate (74,1) Door Locks WARNING Always take all children and pets withyou or leave a responsible person withthem: Leaving a child or a pet unattendedin a parked vehicle is dangerous. Inhot weather, temperatures inside avehicle can become high enough tocause brain damage or even death. Do not l...
Page 75 - Power Door Locks; Vehicle lock-out prevention
Black plate (75,1) To lock either front door with the door-lock knob from the outside, push thedoor-lock knob to the lock position andclose the door (pulling the door handle isnot required). Door-lock knob NOTE When locking the doors using the door-lockknob from the outside, be careful not to leavet...
Page 76 - Locking, unlocking with key; Locking, unlocking with transmitter; Sliding Door Open/Close
Black plate (76,1) Locking, unlocking with key All doors and the liftgate lockautomatically when the driver's door islocked with the key.All doors and the liftgate unlock when thedriver's door is unlocked and the key isheld in the unlock position for one secondor longer. Unlock Lock NOTE Holding the...
Page 78 - Rear Door Child Safety Locks; Easy Closure
Black plate (78,1) NOTE When closing the sliding door from the fully-opened position and from outside the vehicle,pull the outside door handle outward torelease the latch, and slide the door toward thefront. q Rear Door Child Safety Locks These locks are intended to help preventchildren from acciden...
Page 79 - Liftgate; Do not drive with the liftgate open:; Opening the liftgate
Black plate (79,1) Liftgate WARNING Never allow a person to ride in theluggage compartment: Allowing a person to ride in theluggage compartment is dangerous.The person in the luggagecompartment could be seriouslyinjured or killed during suddenbraking or a collision. Do not drive with the liftgate op...
Page 80 - Closing the liftgate
Black plate (80,1) NOTE If the vehicle battery is dead or there is amalfunction in the electrical system and theliftgate cannot be unlocked, perform thefollowing procedure as an emergency measureto unlock it: 1. Remove the cover on the interior surface of the liftgate. Cover 2. Turn the lever to the...
Page 81 - Power Windows; Manual opening/closing
Black plate (81,1) Power Windows The ignition switch must be in the ONposition for the power windows tooperate. WARNING Make sure the opening is clear beforeclosing a window: Closing power windows aredangerous. A person's hands, head,or even neck could be caught by thewindow and result in serious in...
Page 82 - Power Window Lock Switch
Black plate (82,1) q Operating the Passenger PowerWindows The power windows may be operatedwhen the power window lock switch onthe driver's door is in the unlockedposition. The passenger windows may be opened orclosed by the power window mastercontrol switches on the driver's door. Left rear window ...
Page 83 - Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap
Black plate (83,1) Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap WARNING When removing the fuel-filler cap,loosen the cap slightly and wait for anyhissing to stop. Then remove it: Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel canburn skin and eyes and cause illnessif ingested. Fuel spray is releasedwhen there is pressure in the fueltank...
Page 84 - Hood; Opening the Hood; release handle to unlock the hood.
Black plate (84,1) CAUTION Make sure the fuel-filler cap istightened securely. The check enginelight may illuminate when the cap isnot tightened securely. If the lightremains on (even after you havetightened the cap securely, driven,and restarted the engine severaltimes), it may indicate a different...
Page 85 - Closing the Hood
Black plate (85,1) 3. Grasp the support rod in the padded area indicated by the arrow. Support rod Clip Pad 4. Secure the support rod in the stay hole indicated by the arrow to hold the hoodopen. Support rod Clip q Closing the Hood WARNING Do not leave items in the enginecompartment: After you have ...
Page 86 - Moonroof; especially a child; Tilt Operation; Slide Operation
Black plate (86,1) Moonroof í The moonroof can be opened or closedelectrically only when the ignition switchis in the ON position. Tilt switch Slide switch WARNING Do not let passengers stand up orextend part of their body through theopen moonroof while the vehicle ismoving: Extending the head, arms...
Page 87 - Power Moonroof Re-set Procedure; Turn the ignition switch to the ON
Black plate (87,1) To close to the desired position, press thefront of the tilt or slide switch. Close Close Open q Power Moonroof Re-set Procedure If the battery is disconnected, themoonroof may not operate correctly. Themoonroof will not operate correctly untilit is re-set. Carry out the following...
Page 88 - Immobilizer System; A key ring rests on the key grip.; Security System
Black plate (88,1) Immobilizer System The immobilizer system allows the engineto start only with a key the systemrecognizes. If someone attempts to start the enginewith an unrecognized key, the engine willnot start, thereby helping to prevent thetheft of your vehicle.If you have a problem with theim...
Page 89 - Operation; Arming
Black plate (89,1) NOTE l (U.S.A.) This device complies with Part 15 of theFCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) this devicemay not cause harmful interference, and (2)this device must accept any interferencereceived, including interference that maycause undesired operat...
Page 90 - Theft-Deterrent System; System triggering conditions
Black plate (90,1) NOTE l If the security indicator light illuminatesand stays on or flashes when the ignitionswitch is turned to the ON position, theengine will not start. l Signals from a TV or radio station, or froma transceiver or a mobile telephone, couldinterfere with your immobilizer system. ...
Page 91 - How to Arm the System; Remove the key from the ignition; To Turn off an Armed System; To Stop an Alarm; Unlock a door with the key.
Black plate (91,1) NOTE If the battery goes dead while the theft-deterrent system is armed, the horn willactivate and the hazard warning lights willflash when the battery is charged or replaced. q How to Arm the System 1. Remove the key from the ignition switch. 2. Make sure the hood is closed. Clos...
Page 92 - Theft-Deterrent Labels
Black plate (92,1) q Theft-Deterrent Labels A label indicating that your vehicle isequipped with a Theft-Deterrent System isin the glove compartment. Mazda recommends that you affix it to thelower rear corner of a front door window. 3-26 Knowing Your Mazda Security System Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1...
Page 93 - Steering Wheel; Steering Wheel Adjustment; Tilt the steering wheel and/or adjust the; Mirrors; Outside Mirrors; Check the mirror angles before driving.; Power mirror; Steering Wheel and Mirrors
Black plate (93,1) Steering Wheel WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel whilethe vehicle is moving: Adjusting the steering wheel whilethe vehicle is moving is dangerous.Moving it can very easily cause thedriver to abruptly turn to the left orright. This can lead to loss of controlor an accident. q...
Page 94 - Folding the mirror; Rearview Mirror; Rearview mirror adjustment
Black plate (94,1) 2. Depress the mirror switch in the appropriate direction. Mirror switch Selector switch After adjusting the mirror, lock the controlby placing the selector switch in themiddle position. Folding the mirror Fold the outside mirror rearward until it isflush with the vehicle. WARNING...
Page 97 - Before Driving Your Mazda
Black plate (97,1) 4 Before Driving Your Mazda Important information about driving your Mazda. Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions ........................................ 4-2 Fuel Requirements .................................................................... 4-2Emission Control System .............
Page 98 - Fuel Requirements; Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.; Gasohol; Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions
Black plate (98,1) Fuel Requirements Vehicles with catalytic converters or oxygen sensors must use ONLY UNLEADED FUEL,which will reduce exhaust emissions and keep spark plug fouling to a minimum. Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table. Fuel Octane Rating * (Anti-knock index) Regu...
Page 99 - Emission Control System; Never park over or near anything flammable:; USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
Black plate (99,1) Emission Control System Your vehicle is equipped with an emission control system (the catalytic converter is part ofthis system) that enables your vehicle to comply with existing exhaust emissionsrequirements. WARNING Never park over or near anything flammable: Parking over or nea...
Page 100 - Do not run the engine when inside an enclosed area:
Black plate (100,1) Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) WARNING Do not drive your vehicle if you smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle: Engine exhaust gas is dangerous. This gas contains carbon monoxide (CO), which iscolorless, odorless, and poisonous. When inhaled, it can cause loss of consciousnessand...
Page 101 - Before Getting In; After Getting In; Are all doors closed and locked?; Before Starting the Engine
Black plate (101,1) Before Getting In l Be sure the windows, outside mirrors,and outside lights are clean. l Inspect inflation pressures andcondition of tires. l Look under the vehicle for any sign offluid leaks. l If you plan to back up, make surenothing is in your way. NOTE Engine oil, engine cool...
Page 102 - Money-Saving Suggestions; Driving Tips
Black plate (102,1) Break-In Period No special break-in is necessary, but a fewprecautions in the first 1,000 km (600miles) may add to the performance,economy, and life of your Mazda. l Do not race the engine. l Do not maintain one constant speed,either slow or fast, for a long period oftime. l Do n...
Page 103 - Hazardous Driving; Floor Mat
Black plate (103,1) Hazardous Driving WARNING Be extremely careful if it is necessary todownshift on slippery surfaces: Downshifting into lower gear whiledriving on slippery surfaces isdangerous. The sudden change in tirespeed could cause the tires to skid.This could lead to loss of vehiclecontrol a...
Page 104 - Rocking the Vehicle; Winter Driving; but do not use engine
Black plate (104,1) Rocking the Vehicle WARNING Do not spin the wheels at more than 56km/h (35 mph), and do not allowanyone to stand behind a wheel whenpushing the vehicle: When the vehicle is stuck, spinningthe wheels at high speed isdangerous. The spinning tire couldoverheat and explode. This coul...
Page 105 - Snow Tires; Use snow tires on all four wheels; Tire Chains; Chains may affect handling.
Black plate (105,1) q Snow Tires Use snow tires on all four wheels Do not go faster than 120 km/h (75 mph)while driving with snow tires. Inflatesnow tires 30 kPa (0.3 kgf/cm 2 , 4.3 psi) more than recommended on the tirepressure label (driver's door frame), butnever more than the maximum cold-tirepr...
Page 106 - Driving In Flooded Area; Overloading; Be careful not to overload your vehicle:
Black plate (106,1) Driving In Flooded Area WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowlyand applying the brakes lightly untilbrake performance returns to normal: Driving with wet brakes isdangerous. Increased stoppingdistance or the vehicle pulling to oneside when braking could result in aserious a...
Page 107 - Driving on Uneven Road; Ascending or descending a slope with a sharp transition angle
Black plate (107,1) Driving on Uneven Road Your vehicle's suspension and underbody can be damaged if driven on rough/uneven roadsor over speed bumps at excessive speeds. Use care and reduce speed when traveling onrough/uneven roads or over speed bumps. Use care not to damage the vehicle's underbody,...
Page 108 - Trailer Towing; Towing
Black plate (108,1) Trailer Towing The Mazda5 is not designed for towing.Never tow a trailer with your Mazda5. 4-12 Before Driving Your Mazda Towing Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page108Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:27 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H
Page 109 - Driving Your Mazda; Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Black plate (109,1) 5 Driving Your Mazda Explanation of instruments and controls. Starting and Driving ..................................................................... 5-2 Ignition Switch .......................................................................... 5-2Starting the Engine ............
Page 110 - Ignition Switch; Ignition Switch Positions; LOCK; Automatic transaxle; Starting and Driving
Black plate (110,1) Ignition Switch q Ignition Switch Positions LOCK The steering wheel locks to protectagainst theft. Only in this position can thekey be removed. Manual transaxle To turn the key from the ACC to theLOCK position, push the button when thekey is at the ACC position, then turn thekey ...
Page 111 - Ignition Key Reminder
Black plate (111,1) WARNING Remove the key only when the vehicleis parked: Removing the key from the ignitionswitch while the vehicle is moving isdangerous. Removing the key allowsthe steering wheel to lock. You willlose steering control and a seriousaccident could occur. Before leaving the driver's...
Page 112 - Starting the Engine; Turn the ignition switch to the START; After starting the engine, let it idle for
Black plate (112,1) Starting the Engine NOTE Engine-starting is controlled by the sparkignition system.This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Standard requirementsregulating the impulse electrical field strengthof radio noise. 1. Occupants should fasten their seat belts. 2. Ma...
Page 113 - Turning Off the Engine; Shift the shift lever to the P position.; Brake System; Foot Brake
Black plate (113,1) Turning Off the Engine 1. Stop the vehicle completely. 2. (Manual transaxle) Shift into neutral. (Automatic transaxle) Shift the shift lever to the P position. 3. Turn the ignition switch from the ON position to the LOCK position. CAUTION When leaving the vehicle, make surethe ig...
Page 114 - Parking Brake
Black plate (114,1) WARNING Do not coast with the engine stalled orturned off, find a safe place to stop: Coasting with the engine stalled orturned off is dangerous. Braking willrequire more effort, and the brake'spower-assist could be depleted if youpump the brake. This will causelonger stopping di...
Page 115 - Brake System Warning Light; This warning has the following functions:
Black plate (115,1) Setting the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and then firmlypull the parking brake lever fully upwardswith sufficient force to hold the vehicle ina stationary position. Releasing the parking brake Depress the brake pedal and pull theparking brake lever upwards, then pressthe...
Page 116 - ABS Warning Light
Black plate (116,1) NOTE Having to add brake fluid is sometimes anindicator of leakage. Consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer as soon as possible even if thebrake light is no longer illuminated. WARNING Do not drive with the brake systemwarning light illuminated. Contact anAuthorized Mazda Dealer to hav...
Page 117 - Brake Assist
Black plate (117,1) If the ABS warning light stays on whileyou're driving, the ABS control unit hasdetected a system malfunction. If thisoccurs, your brakes will function normallyas if the vehicle had no ABS.Should this happen, consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer as soon as possible. NOTE When the eng...
Page 118 - Manual Transaxle Operation; Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern
Black plate (118,1) Manual Transaxle Operation q Manual Transaxle Shift Pattern Neutral position The shift pattern of the transaxle isconventional, as shown. Depress the clutch pedal all the way downwhile shifting; then release it slowly. A safety feature prevents accidentalshifting from 5 to R (rev...
Page 119 - Recommendations for Shifting; Upshifting; For cruising; Downshifting
Black plate (119,1) q Recommendations for Shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration, we recommendthese shift points. Gear Vehicle speed 1 to 2 21 km/h (13 mph) 2 to 3 39 km/h (24 mph) 3 to 4 55 km/h (34 mph) 4 to 5 78 km/h (49 mph) For cruising Gear Vehicle speed 1 to 2 18 km/h (11 mph) 2 to 3 29 ...
Page 120 - Automatic Transaxle Controls
Black plate (120,1) Automatic Transaxle Controls Indicates that you must depress the brake pedal to shift (The ignition switch must be in the ON position). Indicates the shift lever can be shifted freely into any position. Various Lockouts: NOTE The Sport AT has an option that is not included in the...
Page 121 - Transaxle Ranges
Black plate (121,1) q Transaxle Ranges The shift lever must be in P or N tooperate the starter. P (Park) P locks the transaxle and prevents thefront wheels from rotating. WARNING Always set the shift lever to P and setthe parking brake: Only setting the shift lever to the Pposition without using the...
Page 122 - Insert a screwdriver and push it down.; Take the vehicle to an Authorized; Manual Shift Mode
Black plate (122,1) q Shift-Lock System The shift-lock system prevents shiftingout of P unless the brake pedal isdepressed. To shift from P: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Move the shift lever. NOTE l When the ignition switch is in the LOCKposition, the shift lever cann...
Page 124 - Manually Shifting down
Black plate (124,1) Manually Shifting down (M5 → M4 → M3 → M2 → M1) To shift down to a lower gear, tap the shiftlever forward ( ) once. WARNING Do not use engine braking on slipperyroad surfaces or at high speeds: Shifting down while driving on wet,snowy, or frozen roads, or whiledriving at high spe...
Page 125 - On a steep; load weight and grade steepness.
Black plate (125,1) NOTE The gear does not shift down to M1automatically while in the second gear fixedmode. Recommendations for shifting Upshifting For normal acceleration and cruising, werecommend these shift points. Gear Vehicle speed M1 to M2 24 km/h (15 mph) M2 to M3 40 km/h (25 mph) M3 to M4 6...
Page 126 - Power Steering
Black plate (126,1) Power Steering Power steering is only operable when theengine is running. If the engine is off or ifthe power steering system is inoperable,you can still steer, but it requires morephysical effort. If the steering feels stiffer than usualduring normal driving, consult anAuthorize...
Page 127 - Cruise Control; Hilly terrain; Activation/Deactivation; To Set Speed; Activate the cruise control system by
Black plate (127,1) Cruise Control í With cruise control, you can set andautomatically maintain any speed of morethan about 30 km/h (19 mph). WARNING Do not use the cruise control under thefollowing conditions: Using the cruise control under thefollowing conditions is dangerousand could result in lo...
Page 128 - To Increase Cruising Speed; Follow either of these procedures.
Black plate (128,1) 3. Press the SET/- switch and release it at the speed you want. Release theaccelerator simultaneously. Do not continue to hold in the button.Until you release it, speed will continue todrop (unless you continue to accelerate)and you'll miss the desired speed. NOTE l The SET funct...
Page 129 - To Decrease Cruising Speed; To cancel the system, use
Black plate (129,1) To increase speed using acceleratorpedal Depress the accelerator pedal to accelerateto the desired speed.Press the SET/- switch and release itimmediately. NOTE Accelerate if you want to speed up temporarilywhen the cruise control is on. Greater speedwill not interfere with or cha...
Page 131 - TCS/DSC Indicator Light
Black plate (131,1) q TCS/DSC Indicator Light This indicator light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position. If the TCS or DSC isoperating, the indicator light flashes. If the light stays on, the TCS or DSC mayhave a malfunction and they may notoperate correctly...
Page 132 - Do not mix worn tires.
Black plate (132,1) CAUTION Ø The DSC may not operate correctlyunless the following are observed: Ø Use tires of the correct sizespecified for your Mazda on allfour wheels. Ø Use tires of the samemanufacturer, brand and treadpattern on all four wheels. Ø Do not mix worn tires. Ø The DSC may not oper...
Page 136 - Do not ignore the TPMS Warning Light:
Black plate (136,1) q Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemWarning Light This warning light illuminates for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position. Thereafter, the warning light illuminatesand a beep is heard when tire pressure istoo low in one or more tires, and flasheswhen the...
Page 138 - System Error Activation; When using tire chains.; Tires and Wheels; Changing tires and wheels
Black plate (138,1) If the warning light illuminates again evenafter the tire pressures are adjusted, theremay be a tire puncture. Replace thepunctured tire with the temporary sparetire (page 7-7). NOTE A tire pressure sensor is not installed to thetemporary spare tire. The warning light willflash c...
Page 140 - Meters and Gauges; Instrument Cluster and Indicators
Black plate (140,1) Meters and Gauges Speedometer ...................................................................................................... page 5-33Odometer, Trip Meter and Trip Meter Selector .................................................. page 5-33Tachometer .........................
Page 141 - Speedometer
Black plate (141,1) q Speedometer The speedometer indicates the speed ofthe vehicle. q Odometer, Trip Meter and TripMeter Selector The display mode can be changedbetween trip meter A and trip meter B bypressing the selector while one of them isdisplayed. The selected mode will bedisplayed. Selector ...
Page 142 - Tachometer; Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
Black plate (142,1) For instance, trip meter A can record thedistance from the point of origin, and tripmeter B can record the distance fromwhere the fuel tank is filled. When trip meter A is selected, pressingthe selector again within one second willchange to trip meter B mode. When trip meter A is...
Page 143 - Fuel Gauge; Dashboard Illumination; Canceling the illumination dimmer
Black plate (143,1) CAUTION Driving with an overheated enginecan cause serious engine damage(page 7-13). q Fuel Gauge The fuel gauge shows approximately howmuch fuel is remaining in the tank whenthe ignition switch is in the ON position.We recommend keeping the tank over 1/4full. When the low fuel w...
Page 145 - Warning/Indicator Lights; Warning/Indicator Lights and Beep Sounds
Black plate (145,1) Warning/Indicator Lights Warning/Indicator lights will appear in any of the highlighted areas Signal Warning/Indicator Lights Page Brake System Warning Light 5-39 Charging System Warning Light 5-40 Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light 5-40 Check Engine Light 5-41 ABS Warning Light 5...
Page 148 - Charging System Warning Light; Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Black plate (148,1) NOTE When the engine is jump-started to charge thebattery, uneven rpm occurs and the ABSwarning light may illuminate. If this occurs, itis the result of the weak battery and does notindicate an ABS malfunction.Recharge the battery. q Electronic Brake ForceDistribution System Warn...
Page 149 - Check Engine Light
Black plate (149,1) If the light illuminates while driving: 1. Drive to the side of the road and park off the right-of-way on level ground. 2. Turn off the engine and wait 5 minutes for the oil to drain back into the oilpan. 3. Inspect the engine oil level (page 8-19). If it's low, add the appropria...
Page 150 - Low Fuel Warning Light
Black plate (150,1) WARNING Never tamper with the air bag/pretensioner systems and always havean Authorized Mazda Dealer performall servicing and repairs: Self-servicing or tampering with thesystems is dangerous. An air bag/pretensioner could accidentallyactivate or become disabled causingserious in...
Page 151 - Door-Ajar Warning Light
Black plate (151,1) Once the beep sound is heard, it continuessounding even if the vehicle speed lowersto 20 km/h (12 mph) or less until theseatbelt is fastened or the beep soundperiod has passed. Driver seated/Front passenger seated The seat belt warning function remindsthe front passenger to faste...
Page 152 - Automatic Transaxle Warning Light
Black plate (152,1) q Automatic Transaxle Warning Light This warning light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position.The light illuminates when the transaxlehas a problem. CAUTION If the automatic transaxle warninglight illuminates, the transaxle hasan electrical...
Page 154 - Security Indicator Light; This light indicates one of two things:
Black plate (154,1) If the warning light illuminates again evenafter the tire pressures are adjusted, theremay be a tire puncture. Replace thepunctured tire with the temporary sparetire (page 7-7). NOTE A tire pressure sensor is not installed to thetemporary spare tire. The warning light willflash c...
Page 155 - of the shift; The indicator light has two colors.; Lights-On Indicator Light
Black plate (155,1) In manual mode, the “ M ” of the shift position indicator illuminates and thenumeral for the selected gear displays inthe gear position indicator. q TCS/DSC Indicator Light í This indicator light stays on for a fewseconds when the ignition switch is turnedto the ON position. If t...
Page 157 - Beep Sounds; Seat Belt Warning Beep
Black plate (157,1) Beep Sounds q Seat Belt Warning Beep If the driver's seat belt is not fastenedwhen the ignition switch is turned to theON position, a beep sound will be heardfor about 6 seconds.If the driver's seat belt is not fastened andthe vehicle is driven at a speed faster thanabout 20 km/h...
Page 158 - Lighting Control; Headlights; Switches and Controls
Black plate (158,1) Lighting Control q Headlights Type A (Without AUTO position) Turn the headlight switch to turn theheadlights, other exterior lights anddashboard illumination on or off. Switch Position Headlights Off Off On TaillightsParking lightsLicense lightsSide-marker lightsDashboard illumin...
Page 160 - Headlight High-Low Beam; Flashing the Headlights; Headlight Leveling
Black plate (160,1) NOTE If the headlights flicker, or the brightnessweakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and areplacement is necessary. Consult anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. q Lights-On Reminder If lights are on and the key is removedfrom the ignition switch, a continuousbeep sound will be heard whe...
Page 161 - Turn Signal; until the
Black plate (161,1) Select the proper setting from the following chart. Front seat Rear seat Load Switch Position Driver Passenger × ― ― ― 0 × × ― ― 0 × × × ― 1 × × × × 2 × ― ― × 3 ×: Yes ― : No q Daytime Running Lights (Canada) In Canada, vehicles must be driven withthe headlights on during daytime...
Page 162 - Fog Lights
Black plate (162,1) Fog Lights í The fog lights help you to see as well asto be seen. The headlights must be turned on to turnon the fog lights. To turn the fog lights on, rotate the foglight switch to the position. Fog light switch To turn the fog lights off, rotate the foglight switch to the OFF p...
Page 163 - Windshield Wipers
Black plate (163,1) NOTE Because heavy ice and snow can jam the wiperblades, the wiper motor is protected frommotor breakdown, overheating and possiblefire by a circuit breaker. This mechanism willautomatically stop operation of the blades, butonly for about 5 minutes.If this happens, turn off the w...
Page 166 - Windshield Washer; Rear Window Wiper; ON; Rear Window Washer
Black plate (166,1) q Windshield Washer Pull the lever toward you and hold it tospray washer fluid. OFF Washer NOTE With the wiper lever in the OFF or INT (TypeA)/AUTO (Type B) position, the wipers willoperate continuously until the lever isreleased. If the washer does not work, inspect thefluid lev...
Page 167 - Rear Window Defroster; With manual type air conditioner; Mirror Defroster
Black plate (167,1) Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost,fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ONposition. Press the switch to turn on the rearwindow defroster. The rear windowdefroster operates for about 15 minutesand turns off automatica...
Page 168 - Horn; To sound the horn, press the; Hazard Warning Flasher
Black plate (168,1) Horn To sound the horn, press the mark on the steering wheel. Hazard Warning Flasher The hazard warning lights should alwaysbe used when you stop on or near aroadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn otherdrivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazardand that they mu...
Page 169 - Interior Comfort; Fully Automatic Type
Black plate (169,1) 6 Interior Comfort Use of various features for drive comfort, including air-conditioning and audiosystem. Climate Control System ............................................................... 6-2 Operating Tips .......................................................................
Page 170 - Operating Tips; Clearing the Air Inlet; Parking in Direct Sunlight; Climate Control System
Black plate (170,1) Operating Tips q Operating the Climate ControlSystem Operate the climate control system withthe engine running. NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged,do not leave the fan control dial on for a longperiod of time with the ignition switch in theON position when the engi...
Page 171 - Vent Operation; Adjusting the Vents; Directing airflow
Black plate (171,1) Vent Operation Knob Close Open q Adjusting the Vents Directing airflow You can direct air flow by moving the adjustment knob.Horizontal air flow can be adjusted by pressing the vent left or right. Opening/closing vents These vents can be opened and closed with wheel. NOTE When us...
Page 172 - Selecting the Airflow Mode; Floor Vents
Black plate (172,1) q Selecting the Airflow Mode Floor Vents Dashboard and Floor Vents Dashboard Vents Defroster and Floor Vents Defroster Vents 6-4 Interior Comfort Climate Control System Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page172Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:28 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H
Page 173 - Types of the Climate Control System
Black plate (173,1) Types of the Climate Control System Manual type and fully automatic type climate control systems are explained separately.Check your vehicle's climate control type and read the appropriate pages.Manual Type ............................................................................
Page 174 - Manual Type; Control Switches; Temperature control dial; Fan control dial
Black plate (174,1) Manual Type í Temperature control dial Fan control dial Mode selector dial A/C switch Air intake selector Some models. Rear window defroster switch q Control Switches Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn itclockwise for hot and counterclockwisefo...
Page 176 - Heating
Black plate (176,1) WARNING Do not use the recirculated air mode incold or rainy weather: Using the recirculated air mode incold or rainy weather is dangerous asit will cause the windows to fog up.Your vision will be hampered, whichcould lead to a serious accident. q Heating 1. Set the mode selector...
Page 177 - Do not defog the windshield using the
Black plate (177,1) q Ventilation 1. Set the mode selector dial to the position. 2. Set the air intake selector to the outside air mode. 3. Set the temperature control dial to the desired position. 4. Set the fan control dial to the desired speed. q Windshield Defrosting and Defogging 1. Set the mod...
Page 178 - Without rear ventilation system
Black plate (178,1) Fully Automatic Type í Climate control information is displayed on the information display. Without rear ventilation system Fan control dial Mode selector switch Temperature control dial Windshield defroster switch OFF switch Air intake selector Rear window defroster switch Ambie...
Page 179 - Airflow temperature
Black plate (179,1) q Control Switches AUTO switch Without rear ventilation system With rear ventilation system By pressing the AUTO switch thefollowing functions will be automaticallycontrolled in accordance with the selectedset temperature: l Airflow temperature l Amount of airflow l Selection of ...
Page 181 - Do not use the
Black plate (181,1) A/C switch Without rear ventilation system With rear ventilation system Pressing the A/C switch while the AUTOswitch is turned on will turn off the airconditioning (cooling/dehumidifyingfunctions). The air conditioning can beturned on and off by pressing the A/Cswitch while the f...
Page 182 - With rear ventilation system
Black plate (182,1) Press the AMB switch to display theambient temperature. NOTE l The displayed ambient temperature mayvary from the actual ambient temperaturedepending on the surrounding area andvehicle conditions. l Press the AMB switch 2 seconds or more toswitch the display from Fahrenheit toCen...
Page 183 - Windshield Defrosting and Defogging; Using the; Sunlight/Temperature Sensor
Black plate (183,1) NOTE l Setting the temperature to maximum highor low will not provide the desiredtemperature at a faster rate. l When selecting heat, the system will restrictairflow until it has warmed to prevent coldair from blowing out of the vents. q Windshield Defrosting and Defogging Press ...
Page 184 - Rear Ventilation System; Rear ventilation control switch
Black plate (184,1) Rear Ventilation System í The rear ventilation system only blowscool air through the rear vents while thefront climate control system is on. It doesnot blow air when the front climatecontrol is off. The rear vents blow eitheroutside air or recirculated air, dependingon the positi...
Page 185 - Antenna; Detachable Type; Audio System
Black plate (185,1) Antenna q Detachable Type To remove the antenna, turn itcounterclockwise.To install the antenna, turn it clockwise.Make sure the antenna is securelyinstalled. Install Remove CAUTION Ø To prevent damage to theantenna, remove it before enteringa car wash facility or passingbeneath ...
Page 186 - Radio Reception; AM characteristics; FM characteristics
Black plate (186,1) q Radio Reception AM characteristics AM signals bend around such things asbuildings or mountains and bounce off theionosphere. Therefore, they can reachlonger distances than FM signals. Becauseof this, two stations may sometimes bepicked up on the same frequency at thesame time. ...
Page 188 - Condensation phenomenon
Black plate (188,1) q Operating Tips for CD Player/In-Dash CD Changer Condensation phenomenon Immediately after turning on the heaterwhen the vehicle is cold, the CD oroptical components (prism and lens) in theCD player/In-dash CD changer maybecome clouded with condensation. Atthis time, the CD will...
Page 189 - CD Player
Black plate (189,1) l A new CD may have rough edges onits inner and outer perimeters. If a discwith rough edges is used, propersetting will not be possible and the CDplayer/In-dash CD changer will notplay the CD. In addition, the disc maynot eject resulting in a malfunction.Remove the rough edges in...
Page 190 - Handling the In-dash CD changer
Black plate (190,1) l Dust, finger smudges, and dirt candecrease the amount of light reflectedfrom the signal surface, thus affectingsound quality. If the CD shouldbecome soiled, gently wipe it with asoft cloth from the center of the CD tothe edge. l Do not use record sprays, antistaticagents, or ho...
Page 191 - Audio Set; Audio information is displayed on the information display.
Black plate (191,1) Audio Set Audio information is displayed on the information display. Illustration is of a representative audio unit. CD Player (non-MP3 compatible) In-Dash CD Changer (non-MP3 compatible) Power/Volume/Sound Controls ...................................................................
Page 193 - CD Player type
Black plate (193,1) 2. Turn the audio control dial to adjust the selected functions as follows: Indication Turn Left Turn Right Select mode Decrease bass Increase bass Decrease treble Increase treble Shift the sound to the front Shift the sound to the rear Shift the sound to the left Shift the sound...
Page 195 - MEMO
Black plate (195,1) MEMO 6-27 Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page195Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:28 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H
Page 196 - Operating the Radio; Radio ON; Tuning
Black plate (196,1) q Operating the Radio Channel preset buttons Auto memory/Instant replay button Electronic serial number button Scan button Seek tuning/Category buttons Manual tuning dial Satellite button Band selector button Radio ON Press a band selector button ( ) to turn the radio on. Band se...
Page 200 - Inserting the CD
Black plate (200,1) q Operating the Compact Disc (CD) Player Load button Fast-forward/Track up button Reverse/Track down button CD slot CD play button Repeat button CD eject button Scan button Random button Type Playable data Music CD player(non-MP3 compatible) · Music data (CD-DA) Inserting the CD ...
Page 202 - Operating the In-Dash CD Changer; Normal insertion
Black plate (202,1) q Operating the In-Dash CD Changer Disc up button Disc down button Random button Scan button Channel preset buttons Load button Repeat button CD slot CD eject button CD play button Fast-forward/Track up button Reverse/Track down button Type Playable data Music CD player(non-MP3 c...
Page 204 - Operating the Auxiliary jack
Black plate (204,1) Press the track down button ( ) once toskip back to the beginning of the currenttrack. Disc search To change the disc, press the DISC button( or ) during playback. Music scan This feature helps to find a program byplaying about the first 10 seconds of eachtrack. Press the scan bu...
Page 205 - Error Indications
Black plate (205,1) q Error Indications If you see an error indication on the display, find the cause in the chart. If you cannot clearthe error indication, take the vehicle to an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Indication Cause Solution CHECK CD CD is inserted upside down Insert the CD properly. If the er...
Page 206 - Adjusting the Volume
Black plate (206,1) Audio Control SwitchOperation (Steering Wheel) í When the audio unit is turned on,operation of the audio unit from thesteering wheel is possible.For navigation system equipped vehicles,refer to the separate manual “ NAVIGATION SYSTEM Owner's Manual ” . NOTE Because the audio unit...
Page 207 - Changing the Source; Seek Switch; When playing a CD
Black plate (207,1) q Changing the Source Press the mode switch ( ) to change the audio source (FM1 radio → FM2 radio → AM radio → CD player or CD changer → SIRIUS1 → SIRIUS2 → SIRIUS3 → AUX → cyclical). NOTE CD, CD changer, and SIRIUS digital satelliteradio modes cannot be selected in thefollowing ...
Page 208 - Mute Switch
Black plate (208,1) q Mute Switch Press the mute switch ( ) once to muteaudio, press it again to resume audiooutput. NOTE If the ignition switch is turned to the LOCKposition with the audio muted, the mute will becanceled.Therefore, when the engine is restarted, theaudio is not muted. To mute the au...
Page 209 - To listen to a portable audio unit
Black plate (209,1) WARNING Do not adjust the portable audio unitor a similar product while driving thevehicle: Adjusting the portable audio unit ora similar product while driving thevehicle is dangerous as it coulddistract your attention from thevehicle operation which could lead toa serious accide...
Page 210 - Audio Unit
Black plate (210,1) 4. Press the source change button ( ) of the audio unit or the mode switch ( ) of the audio control switches on the steering wheel tochange to the AUX mode. Audio Unit Audio Control Switches NOTE l Set the volume of the portable audio unit tothe maximum within the range that thes...
Page 211 - Safety Certification
Black plate (211,1) Safety Certification This CD player is made and tested to meet exacting safety standards. It meets FCCrequirements and complies with safety performance standards of the U.S. Department ofHealth and Human Services. CAUTION Ø This CD player should not be adjusted or repaired by any...
Page 212 - Bluetooth Hands-Free Outline; Bluetooth equipped mobile telephone; Applicable Bluetooth specification
Black plate (212,1) Bluetooth Hands-Free í q What is Bluetooth Hands-Free? Bluetooth Hands-Free Outline By connecting a Bluetooth equippedmobile telephone to the hands-free unitequipped on the vehicle, making andreceiving calls are possible using thevoice recognition/hands-free switchlocated on the ...
Page 213 - Component parts; Information display; Microphone
Black plate (213,1) NOTE l The Bluetooth Hands-Free system isoperable several seconds after turning theignition switch to the ACC or ON position(requires less than 15 seconds). l If the ignition switch is turned off during ahands-free call, the line is transferred to themobile telephone automaticall...
Page 214 - Audio unit/Navigation system; Voice; A passenger is speaking.
Black plate (214,1) Audio unit/Navigation system The audio unit or navigation system isused for adjusting the volume.If Bluetooth Hands-Free is operated,information such as mobile phone signalstrength of Bluetooth Hands-Free aredisplayed on the screen. (With navigationsystem) Bluetooth Hands-Free in...
Page 215 - How to use this section
Black plate (215,1) q Function restrictions while usingBluetooth Hands-Free Some functions are limited whileBluetooth Hands-Free is being used. Theyinclude: l Beep sound and voice guidance relatedto the audio unit and navigation systemare not heard. l Beep sound related to the A/Coperation is not he...
Page 216 - Bluetooth Hands-Free preparation; Language setting
Black plate (216,1) Basic Bluetooth Hands-Free Operation q Bluetooth Hands-Free preparation Language setting The available languages are English,Spanish, and Canadian French. If thelanguage setting is changed, all of thevoice guidance and voice inputcommands are done in the selectedlanguage. NOTE l ...
Page 219 - Receiving an incoming call; Hanging up a call
Black plate (219,1) 1. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press (withoutnavigation system) or a long press(with navigation system). NOTE For vehicles with the navigation system, youcan also press the voice recognition/hands-freeswitch with a short press and say: [Beep] “ Tele...
Page 220 - Volume adjustment; Audio unit; Help function use; Phone book registration
Black plate (220,1) q Volume adjustment The power/volume dial of the audio unitor navigation system is used to adjust thevolume. Turn the dial to the right toincrease volume, to the left to decrease it. Audio unit Navigation system NOTE l The volume can also be adjusted using thevolume button on the...
Page 221 - Redialing function
Black plate (221,1) 10. Say: [Beep] “ Mobile ” (Say “ Home ” , “ Work ” , “ Mobile ” , or “ Pager ” , for the desired location to be registered.) 11. Prompt: “ Mobile (Location to be registered). Is this correct? ” 12. Say: [Beep] “ Yes ” 13. Prompt: “ Number, please. ” 14. Say: [Beep] “ XXXXXXXXXXX...
Page 222 - Emergency calls; Refusing an incoming call; Canceling mute; Transferring a call; Call waiting
Black plate (222,1) 3. Prompt: “ Dialing ” q Emergency calls A call can be made to the emergencyphone number (911) using the voice inputcommand. 1. Press the voice recognition/hands-free switch with a short press (withoutnavigation system) or a long press(with navigation system). NOTE For vehicles w...
Page 223 - Voice guidance interrupt operation; Editing phone book
Black plate (223,1) NOTE l To refuse an incoming call, press the voicerecognition/hands-free switch with a longpress. l After receiving a new incoming call, theprevious call is placed on hold. Switching calls Switching back to the previous call canalso be done.Press the voice recognition/hands-frees...
Page 226 - Hands-Free Telephone Setting; Mobile phone; Mobile phone registration
Black plate (226,1) Hands-Free Telephone Setting q Mobile phone Mobile phone registration For the registration of a Bluetoothequipped mobile telephone to BluetoothHands-Free, refer to “ Bluetooth Hands- Free preparation ” (page 6-48). Registered mobile phone read-out Bluetooth Hands-Free can read-ou...
Page 227 - Security setting
Black plate (227,1) 3. Prompt: “ Select one of the following: pairing options, confirmation prompts,select phone, language, or passcode...,or say “ cancel ” to return to main menu. ” 4. Say: [Beep] “ Select phone ” 5. Prompt: “ Please say 1 (priority 1) for XXXXX... (Ex. phone A), 2 (priority2) for ...
Page 231 - The term
Black plate (231,1) When Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be used Bluetooth Hands-Free cannot be usedunder the following conditions: l The mobile telephone is outside of thecommunication area. l The mobile telephone has amalfunction. l The mobile telephone is not connectedto the hands-free unit equipped ...
Page 233 - Sunvisors; Vanity Mirrors; Interior Lights; Illuminated Entry System; The light also turns off when:; Interior Equipment
Black plate (233,1) Sunvisors When you need a sunvisor, lower it foruse in front or swing it to the side. Sunvisor q Vanity Mirrors To use the vanity mirror, lower thesunvisor. Interior Lights q Illuminated Entry System When the illuminated entry systemoperates, the overhead light (switch is inthe D...
Page 234 - Overhead Lights; Front; Rear; Map Lights; Luggage Compartment Light
Black plate (234,1) q Overhead Lights Front Switch Position Front Overhead Lights Light off l Light is on when any door isopen l Light is on or off when theilluminated entry system ison Rear Switch Position Rear Overhead Lights Light off l Light is on when any door isopen l Light is on or off when t...
Page 235 - Information Display; Information Display Functions; The information display has the following functions:
Black plate (235,1) Information Display Clock Audio display Climate control display/ Ambient temperature display q Information Display Functions The information display has the following functions: l Clock l Ambient Temperature Display (Outside Temperature Display, Fully Automatic Type AirConditioni...
Page 236 - Time setting
Black plate (236,1) q Clock Time setting 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. 2. Adjust the time using the time setting buttons ( , ). The hours advance while the timesetting button ( ) is pressed.The minutes advance while the timesetting button ( ) is pressed. Time resetting 1. Tu...
Page 237 - Audio Display; Cup Holder
Black plate (237,1) NOTE l Under the following conditions, the ambienttemperature display may differ from theactual ambient temperature depending onthe surroundings and vehicle conditions: l Significantly cold or hot temperatures. l Sudden changes in ambient temperature. l The vehicle is parked. l T...
Page 238 - Type A
Black plate (238,1) q Front Type A To use, open the cover. Type B q Rear Second-row Seat Storage box (Second-row right-sideseat) í To use, pull out the storage box (page6-74). Top of the center console (Type A) 6-70 Interior Comfort í Some models. Interior Equipment Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page2...
Page 239 - Bottle Holder
Black plate (239,1) Inside of the center console (Type A) To use the cup holder, open the cover. Third-row seat Two cup holders are in the side-trim onboth the left and right sides. Bottle Holder Bottle holders are on the inside of thedoors. Bottle holder CAUTION Do not use the bottle holders forcon...
Page 240 - Storage Compartments; Glove Box; Center Console
Black plate (240,1) Storage Compartments WARNING Keep storage boxes closed whendriving: Driving with the storage boxes openis dangerous. To reduce thepossibility of injury in an accident ora sudden stop, keep the storageboxes closed when driving. CAUTION Do not leave lighters or eyeglasses inthe sto...
Page 241 - Underseat Storage; To use the under seat storage; To return the seat bottom
Black plate (241,1) q Underseat Storage If your vehicle has a right second-rowstorage box (page 6-74), when using thestorage box, small items can be storedunder the both bottoms of the second-rowseats. To use the under seat storage Pull the strap and lift the seat bottom upand forward. CAUTION Do no...
Page 242 - Storage Box; To use the storage box
Black plate (242,1) CAUTION When returning the seat-bottom toits upright position, make sure thereis no object lodged between theseatback and the seat belt buckle. Ifthe seat-bottom is returned to itsupright position in this condition itcould damage the seat belt buckle. Ifthe seat belt buckle does ...
Page 243 - Cargo Securing Loops
Black plate (243,1) 3. More items can be stowed if the cover is removed. NOTE The cover can be kept in the seatback pocket ofthe driver's seat. 4. Carefully lower the seat bottom backward until it locks in place.Attempt to lift the seat bottom to makesure it is firmly locked down. To stow the storag...
Page 244 - Cargo Sub-Compartment; Rear Coat Hooks
Black plate (244,1) Use the loops in the luggage compartmentto secure cargo with a rope or net. Thetensile strength of the loops is 196 N (20kgf, 44 lbf). Do not apply excessive forceto the loops as it will damage them. Third-row seat q Cargo Sub-Compartment Lift the cover. Trunk board Cargo sub-com...
Page 245 - Luggage Compartment; Remove the cover for the side storage; Accessory Sockets
Black plate (245,1) q Luggage Compartment A golf bag can be carried in the luggagecompartment.To place a golf bag in the luggagecompartment, use the followingprocedure: 1. Remove the cover for the side storage space. 2. Insert the top of the golf bag into the side storage space. Side storage space N...
Page 247 - In Case of an Emergency
Black plate (247,1) 7 In Case of an Emergency Helpful information on what to do in an emergency. Parking in an Emergency ............................................................. 7-2 Parking in an Emergency .......................................................... 7-2 Flat Tire ...................
Page 248 - Parking in an Emergency
Black plate (248,1) Parking in an Emergency The hazard warning lights should alwaysbe used when you stop on or near aroadway in an emergency. The hazard warning lights warn otherdrivers that your vehicle is a traffic hazardand that they must take extreme cautionwhen near it. Depress the hazard warni...
Page 249 - Spare Tire and Tool Storage; Flat Tire
Black plate (249,1) Spare Tire and Tool Storage Spare tire and tools are stored in the locations illustrated in the diagram. Flat tire belt storage bag Jack lever Tiedown eyelet Jack Spare tire Lug wrench In Case of an Emergency Flat Tire 7-3 Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page249Wednesday, July 8 2009...
Page 250 - Jack; To remove the jack; To secure the jack; Turn the wing bolt completely to
Black plate (250,1) q Jack To remove the jack 1. Remove the cover. 2. Turn the wing bolt and jack screw counterclockwise. Wing bolt Jack screw To secure the jack 1. Insert the wing bolt into the jack with the jack screw pointing down and turnthe wing bolt clockwise to temporarilytighten it. 2. Turn ...
Page 251 - Spare Tire
Black plate (251,1) q Spare Tire The temporary spare tire is lighter andsmaller than a conventional tire, and isdesigned only for emergency use andshould be used only for VERY shortperiods. Temporary spare tires shouldNEVER be used for long drives orextended periods. WARNING Do not install the tempo...
Page 252 - Open and fold back the trunk board; counterclockwise with the lug wrench.
Black plate (252,1) 2. Open and fold back the trunk board over the third-row seatback. Trunk board Cargo sub-compartment 3. Remove the cargo sub-compartment. 4. Turn the tire hold-down bolt counterclockwise with the lug wrench. To secure the spare tire Perform the removal procedure in reverse. 7-6 I...
Page 253 - Changing a Flat Tire
Black plate (253,1) Changing a Flat Tire NOTE If the following occurs while driving, it couldindicate a flat tire. l Steering becomes difficult. l The vehicle begins to vibrate excessively. l The vehicle pulls in one direction. If you have a flat tire, drive slowly to alevel spot that is well off th...
Page 254 - Removing a Flat Tire; Loosen the lug nuts by turning them; Never place objects under the jack:
Black plate (254,1) q Removing a Flat Tire 1. Loosen the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise one turn each, but donot remove any lug nuts until the tirehas been raised off the ground. 2. Place the jack under the jacking position closest to the tire beingchanged. Jacking position WARNING Use on...
Page 255 - Locking Lug Nuts; To remove an antitheft lug nut
Black plate (255,1) 4. Turn the lug wrench clockwise and raise the vehicle high enough so thatthe spare tire can be installed. Beforeremoving the lug nuts, make sure yourMazda is firmly in position and that itcannot slip or move. 5. Remove the lug nuts by turning them counterclockwise; then remove t...
Page 256 - Mounting the Spare Tire; Remove dirt and grime from the; Install the lug nuts with the beveled; Turn the lug wrench counterclockwise
Black plate (256,1) To install the nut 1. Place the key on top of the nut, and be sure to hold the key square to it. If youhold the key at an angle, you maydamage both key and nut. Don't use apower impact wrench. 2. Place the lug wrench on top of the key, apply pressure, and turn it clockwise. q Mou...
Page 257 - Remove the lid by pressing the two
Black plate (257,1) If you are unsure of how tight the nutsshould be, have them inspected at anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. Nut tightening torque N·m (kgf·m, ft·lbf) 88 ― 118 (9 ― 12, 65 ― 87) WARNING Always securely and correctly tightenthe lug nuts: Improperly or loosely tightened lugnuts are dangerou...
Page 259 - Turn off the ignition switch and; Make sure the cooling fan is operating,; Overheating
Black plate (259,1) Overheating If the temperature gauge indicatesoverheating, the vehicle loses power, oryou hear a loud knocking or pingingnoise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING Turn off the ignition switch and make sure the fan is not running beforeattempting to work near the coolingfan: ...
Page 260 - Coolant reservoir
Black plate (260,1) If you find a leak or other damage, or ifcoolant is still leaking: Stop the engine and call an AuthorizedMazda Dealer. Cooling fan Coolant reservoir Cooling system cap If you find no problems, the engine iscool, and no leaks are obvious: Carefully add coolant as required (page8-2...
Page 261 - Starting a Flooded Engine; Emergency Starting
Black plate (261,1) Starting a Flooded Engine If the engine fails to start, it may beflooded (excessive fuel in the engine). Follow this procedure: 1. If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key tothe LOCK position, wait ten secondsand try again. 2. Depress the ac...
Page 262 - Follow These Precautions Carefully:
Black plate (262,1) Jump-Starting Jump-starting is dangerous if done incorrectly. So follow the procedure carefully. If youfeel unsure about jump-starting, we strongly recommend that you have a competent servicetechnician do the work. WARNING Follow These Precautions Carefully: To ensure safe and co...
Page 265 - Never tow a vehicle to start it:
Black plate (265,1) 6. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run it a few minutes. Then start theengine of the other vehicle. 7. When finished, carefully disconnect the cables in the reverse order described inthe illustration. 8. If the engine cover and the battery cover have been removed, ins...
Page 266 - Towing Description; Emergency Towing
Black plate (266,1) Towing Description We recommend that towing be done onlyby an Authorized Mazda Dealer or acommercial tow-truck service. Proper lifting and towing are necessary toprevent damage to the vehicle.Government and local laws must befollowed. A towed vehicle usually should have itsdrive ...
Page 267 - Turn the ignition switch to the ACC; Tiedown Hooks; Wrap the jack lever with a soft cloth to
Black plate (267,1) CAUTION Follow these instructions whentowing the vehicle with all wheels onthe ground. 1. Shift to neutral (MT), or the N position (AT). 2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position to prevent the steeringfrom locking up. 3. Release the parking brake. Remember that power assis...
Page 268 - Hook the tying rope to the tiedown
Black plate (268,1) 3. Securely install the tiedown eyelet using the lug wrench. Lug wrench 4. Hook the tying rope to the tiedown eyelet. CAUTION If the tiedown eyelet is not securelytightened, it may loosen or disengagefrom the bumper when tying downthe vehicle. Make sure that thetiedown eyelet is ...
Page 269 - Recreational Towing
Black plate (269,1) Recreational Towing An example of “ recreational towing ” is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome.The transaxle is not designed for towingthis vehicle on all 4 wheels.When doing recreational towing refer to “ Towing Description ” (page 7-20) and “ Tiedown Hook ” (page 7-21) and...
Page 271 - Maintenance and Care
Black plate (271,1) 8 Maintenance and Care How to keep your Mazda in top condition. Introduction .................................................................................. 8-2 Introduction ............................................................................... 8-2 Scheduled Maintenan...
Page 272 - But we recommend that it always be done by an Authorized; Introduction
Black plate (272,1) Introduction Be extremely careful and prevent injury to yourself and others or damage to your vehiclewhen using this manual for inspection and maintenance. If you are unsure about any procedure it describes, we strongly urge you to have a reliableand qualified service shop perfor...
Page 273 - Scheduled Maintenance
Black plate (273,1) Scheduled Maintenance (USA, Canada, and Puerto Rico) Follow Schedule 1 if the vehicle is operated mainly where none of the following conditionsapply. l Repeated short-distance driving l Driving in dusty conditions l Driving with extended use of brakes l Driving in areas where sal...
Page 274 - Schedule 1
Black plate (274,1) q Schedule 1 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 6 12 18 24 30 36 42 48 ×1000 km 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 ×1000 miles 7.5 15 22.5 30 37.5 45 52.5 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every 120,000 km (75,000 miles),...
Page 276 - Schedule 2
Black plate (276,1) q Schedule 2 Maintenance Interval Number of months or kilometers (miles), whichever comes first Months 4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32 36 40 44 48 ×1000 km 8 16 24 32 40 48 56 64 72 80 88 96 ×1000 miles 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 ENGINE Engine valve clearance Audibly inspect every ...
Page 285 - Owner Maintenance Schedule; When Refueling; Owner Maintenance
Black plate (285,1) Owner Maintenance Schedule The owner or a qualified service technician should make these vehicle inspections at theindicated intervals to ensure safe and dependable operation. Bring any problem to the attention of an Authorized Mazda Dealer or qualified servicetechnician as soon ...
Page 286 - Owner Maintenance Precautions; Do not leave items in the engine compartment:
Black plate (286,1) Owner Maintenance Precautions Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions onlyfor items that are easy to perform. As explained in the Introduction (page 8-2), several procedures can be done only by aqualified service technician with spec...
Page 287 - Engine Compartment Overview; Engine oil-filler cap
Black plate (287,1) Engine Compartment Overview Engine oil-filler cap Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Cooling System Cap Automatic transaxle fluid-level dipstick (only for automatic transaxle) Fuse block Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir Battery Engine coolant reservoir Windshield wash...
Page 288 - Engine Oil; Recommended Oil; Only use oils; Mexico
Black plate (288,1) Engine Oil NOTE Changing the engine oil should be done by anAuthorized Mazda Dealer. q Recommended Oil Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Oil container labels provide importantinformation.A chief contribution this type of oil makesto fuel economy is reducing the amount offuel necessary to...
Page 289 - Inspecting Engine Oil Level
Black plate (289,1) The quality designation SM, or ILSACmust be on the label. 5W-20 120 100 80 60 40 20 0 –20 50 40 30 20 10 0 –10 –20 –30 q Inspecting Engine Oil Level 1. Be sure the vehicle is on a level surface. 2. Warm up the engine to normal operating temperature. 3. Turn it off and wait at lea...
Page 290 - Engine Coolant; Inspecting Coolant Level
Black plate (290,1) Engine Coolant q Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING Do not use a match or live flame in theengine compartment. DO NOT ADDCOOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT: A hot engine is dangerous. If theengine has been running, parts of theengine compartment can becomevery hot. You could be burned....
Page 293 - Power Steering Fluid; Park on a level surface and set the
Black plate (293,1) Power Steering Fluid q Inspecting Power Steering FluidLevel CAUTION To avoid damage to the powersteering pump, don't operate thevehicle for long periods when thepower steering fluid level is low. NOTE Use specified power steering fluid (page 10-4). Inspect the fluid level in the ...
Page 294 - Washer Fluid; Inspecting Washer Fluid Level
Black plate (294,1) 4. While the engine is still idling, pull out the dipstick and wipe it clean, and thenput it back. 5. Check the ATF level. If there is no ATF adhering 5 mm from the end of thedipstick, add ATF. CAUTION If there is no ATF adhering to thedipstick even after the engine hasbeen warme...
Page 295 - Body Lubrication
Black plate (295,1) Inspect fluid level in the washer fluidreservoir; add fluid if necessary. To inspect the washer fluid level in thefront reservoir, pull off the cap. Then,holding your thumb over the hole in thecenter of the cap, lift it straight up. Thefluid level can be seen from the fluidcolumn...
Page 296 - Wiper Blades; Replacing Windshield Wiper Blades
Black plate (296,1) Wiper Blades CAUTION Ø Hot waxes applied by automaticcar washers have been known toaffect the wiper's ability to cleanwindows. Ø To prevent damage to the wiperblades, don't use gasoline,kerosene, paint thinner, or othersolvents on or near them. Ø When the wiper lever is in theAUT...
Page 297 - Hold the end of the rubber and pull; Remove the metal stiffeners from each; Carefully insert the new blade rubber.
Black plate (297,1) 2. Hold the end of the rubber and pull until the tabs are free of the metalsupport. Metal support Tab 3. Remove the metal stiffeners from each blade rubber and install them in thenew blade. CAUTION Ø Don't bend or discard thestiffeners. You need to use themagain. Ø If the metal s...
Page 298 - Raise the wiper arm and rotate the; Pull down the blade rubber and slide it
Black plate (298,1) CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper armand other components, don't try tosweep the wiper arm by hand. 1. Raise the wiper arm and rotate the wiper blade to the right until it unlocks,then remove the blade. CAUTION To prevent damage to the rearwindow let the wiper arm downeasily...
Page 299 - Battery
Black plate (299,1) Battery WARNING Read the following precautions carefully before using the battery or inspecting to ensure safe and correct handling: Always wear eye protection when working near the battery: Working without eye protection is dangerous. Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACIDwhich co...
Page 300 - Battery Maintenance; To get the best service from a battery:; Inspecting Electrolyte Level
Black plate (300,1) NOTE Remove the battery cover before performingbattery maintenance. CAUTION Ø Do not use a tool which appliesexcessive force such as ascrewdriver or pliers. Ø If excessive force is applied to theclips, they could be damaged. Battery cover Clip q Battery Maintenance To get the bes...
Page 301 - Tires; Using Different Tire Types:; Tire Inflation Pressure
Black plate (301,1) Inspect the electrolyte level at least once aweek. If it's low, remove the caps and addenough distilled water to bring the levelbetween the upper and lower level(illustration). Don't overfill. Examine the specific gravity of theelectrolyte with a hydrometer, especiallyduring cold...
Page 302 - Tire Rotation; Incorrect tire pressure
Black plate (302,1) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System í does not alleviate the need to check thetire condition every day, includingwhether the tires all look inflated properly.Inspect all tire pressure monthly(including the spare) when the tires arecold. Maintain recommended pressuresfor the best ...
Page 303 - Replacing a Tire
Black plate (303,1) l Improper wheel alignment l Out-of-balance wheel l Severe braking After rotation, inflate all tire pressures tospecification (page 10-6) and inspect thelug nuts for tightness. CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radialtires that have an asymmetrical treadpattern or studs onl...
Page 304 - Temporary Spare Tire; Replacing a Wheel
Black plate (304,1) q Temporary Spare Tire Inspect the temporary spare tire at leastmonthly to make sure it's properly inflatedand stored. NOTE The temporary spare tire condition graduallydeteriorates even if it has not been used. The temporary spare tire is easier tohandle because of its constructi...
Page 306 - Light Bulbs; LED type
Black plate (306,1) Light Bulbs Luggage compartment light LED type Bulb type Overhead light (Rear) License plate lights Rear turn signal lights Rear turn signal lights Overhead light/Map lights (Front) Reverse lights High-mount brake light Fog lights Brake lights/ Taillights Reverse lights Brake lig...
Page 307 - Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs; Headlight bulbs
Black plate (307,1) WARNING Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbsyourself: Replacing the xenon fusion bulbsyourself is dangerous. Because thexenon fusion bulbs require highvoltage, you could receive an electricshock if the bulbs are handledincorrectly. Consult an AuthorizedMazda Dealer when the repl...
Page 311 - Replacing Interior Light Bulbs
Black plate (311,1) Reverse lights Rear turn signal lights LED type NOTE The LED-type bulbs for the brake lights/Taillights (Rear side-marker lights) cannot bereplaced by the customer. For bulbreplacement, consult an Authorized MazdaDealer. 6. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Hi...
Page 312 - Luggage compartment light
Black plate (312,1) 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Overhead light (Rear) 1. Wrap a small flathead screwdriver with a soft cloth to prevent damage to thelens and remove the lens by carefullyprying on the edge of the lens with theflathe...
Page 313 - Fuses; Fuse Replacement; Turn off the ignition switch and other; Locate the position of the suspected; Insert a new fuse of the same amperage
Black plate (313,1) Fuses Your vehicle's electrical system isprotected by fuses. If any lights, accessories, or controls don'twork, inspect the appropriate circuitprotector. If a fuse has blown, the insideelement will be melted. If the same fuse blows again, avoid usingthat system and consult an Aut...
Page 314 - Replacing the fuses under the hood
Black plate (314,1) CAUTION Always replace a fuse with one of thesame rating. Otherwise you maydamage the electric system. Replacing the fuses under the hood If the headlights or other electricalcomponents do not work and the fuses inthe cabin are normal, inspect the fuseblock under the hood. If a f...
Page 315 - Fuse Panel Description
Black plate (315,1) q Fuse Panel Description Fuse block (Engine compartment) DESCRIPTION FUSE RATING PROTECTED COMPONENT 1 FAN 30 A Cooling fan 2 FAN 30 A Cooling fan 3 P.WIND *1 40 A Power windows R.BLOWER *2 30 A Rear blower motor 4 IG KEY1 INJ *1 30 A For protection of various circuits IG KEY2 *2...
Page 318 - Appearance Care
Black plate (318,1) How to MinimizeEnvironmental Paint Damage The paintwork on your Mazda representsthe latest technical developments incomposition and methods of application. Environmental hazards, however, canharm the paint's protective properties, ifproper care is not taken. Here are some example...
Page 319 - Water Marks; Paint Chipping; Occurrence
Black plate (319,1) q Water Marks Occurrence Rain, fog, dew, and even tap water cancontain harmful minerals such as salt andlime. If moisture containing theseminerals settles on the vehicle andevaporates, the minerals will concentrateand harden to form white rings. The ringscan damage your vehicle's...
Page 320 - Exterior Care; Follow; Maintaining the Finish; Washing
Black plate (320,1) Exterior Care Follow all label and container directions when using a chemical cleaner or polish.Read all warnings and cautions. q Maintaining the Finish Washing CAUTION When the wiper lever is in the AUTOposition and the ignition switch is inthe ON position, the wipers maymove au...
Page 321 - Waxing
Black plate (321,1) CAUTION Ø Do not use steel wool, abrasivecleaners, or strong detergentscontaining highly alkaline orcaustic agents on chrome-platedor anodized aluminum parts. Thismay damage the protectivecoating; also, cleaners anddetergents may discolor ordeteriorate the paint. Ø To prevent dam...
Page 322 - Repairing Damage to the Finish; Bright-Metal Maintenance; Underbody Maintenance
Black plate (322,1) 3. When waxing, coat evenly with the sponge supplied or a soft cloth. 4. Wipe off the wax with a soft cloth. NOTE A spot remover to remove oil, tar, and similarmaterials will usually also take off the wax.Rewax these areas even if the rest of thevehicle does not need it. q Repair...
Page 323 - Aluminum Wheel Maintenance; Plastic Part Maintenance
Black plate (323,1) WARNING Dry wet brakes by driving very slowlyand applying the brakes lightly untilbrake performance is normal: Driving with wet brakes isdangerous. Increased stoppingdistance or the vehicle pulling to oneside when braking could result in aserious accident. Light braking willindic...
Page 324 - Interior Care; Dashboard Precautions; Wipe it with a
Black plate (324,1) Interior Care q Dashboard Precautions Prevent caustic solutions such as perfumeand cosmetic oils from contacting thedashboard. They'll damage and discolor it.If these solutions get on the dashboard,wipe them off immediately. CAUTION Do not use glazing agents.Glazing agents contai...
Page 325 - Cleaning the Window Interiors
Black plate (325,1) q Cleaning the Window Interiors If the windows become covered with anoily, greasy, or waxy film, clean themwith glass cleaner. Follow the directionson the container. CAUTION Don't scrape or scratch the inside ofthe rear window. You may damagethe rear window defroster grid. Mainte...
Page 327 - Customer Information
Black plate (327,1) 9 Customer Information Important consumer information including warranties and add-on equipment. Customer Assistance ............................... 9-2 Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) ............ 9-2Customer Assistance (Canada) ........... 9-7Customer Assistance (Puerto Rico) ... ...
Page 328 - STEP 1: Contact Your Mazda Dealer; Contact Us; Customer Assistance
Black plate (328,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. AllAuthorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehiclein top condition.If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement re...
Page 330 - California Customers
Black plate (330,1) The whole process normally takes 40 days or less. The arbitration decision is not bindingon you or Mazda else you accept the decision. For more information about BBB AUTOLINE, including current eligibility standards, please call 1-800-955-5100 or visit the BBBwebsite at www.lemon...
Page 335 - Regional Offices
Black plate (335,1) CAMVAP is fully implemented in all provinces and territories.Consumers wishing to obtain further information about the Program should contact theProvincial Administrator at 1 (800) 207-0685, or by contacting theCanadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan Office at: Canadian Motor Veh...
Page 337 - Contactanos
Black plate (337,1) Customer Assistance (Mexico) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. AllAuthorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehiclein top condition.If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement re...
Page 338 - the upper driver's side corner of the dash)
Black plate (338,1) In order to serve you efficiently and effectively, please help us by providing the followinginformation: 1. Your name, address, and telephone number2. Year and model of vehicle3. Vehicle Identification Number (17 digits, noted on your registration or title or located on the upper...
Page 339 - Mazda North American Operations; Distributor in Each Area; CANADA; Mazda Motor de Mexico; GUAM; Triple J Motors; SAIPAN; Mazda Importer/Distributors
Black plate (339,1) Importer/Distributor q U.S.A. Mazda North American Operations 7755 Irvine Center DriveIrvine, CA 92618-2922 U.S.A.P.O. Box 19734Irvine, CA 92623-9734 U.S.A.TEL: 1 (800) 222-5500 (in U.S.A.)(949) 727-1990 (outside U.S.A.) Distributor in Each Area q CANADA Mazda Canada Inc. 55 Voge...
Page 340 - AMERICAN SAMOA
Black plate (340,1) Triple J Saipan, Inc. (d.b.a. Triple J Motors) P.O. Box 500487 Saipan, MP 96950-0487TEL: (670) 234-7133/3051 q AMERICAN SAMOA Polynesia Motors, Inc. P.O. Box 1120, Pago Pago, AmericanSamoa 96799TEL: (684) 699-9347 9-14 Customer Information Mazda Importer/Distributors Mazda5_8AU7-...
Page 341 - Warranties for Your Mazda; Warranty
Black plate (341,1) Warranties for Your Mazda l New Vehicle Limited Warranty l Distributor Major Component Limited Warranty (Canada only) l Safety Restraint System Limited Warranty l Anti-perforation Limited Warranty l Federal Emission Control Warranty (U.S.A. only) l Emission Defect Warranty l Emis...
Page 342 - Outside the United States
Black plate (342,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specificemission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the UnitedStates may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it ...
Page 343 - Outside Canada
Black plate (343,1) Outside Canada Government regulations in Canada require that automobiles meet specific emissionregulations and safety regulations. Therefore, vehicles built for use in Canada may differfrom those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible fo...
Page 346 - Cell Phones Warning; Cell Phones
Black plate (346,1) Cell Phones Warning WARNING Please comply with the legal regulations concerning the use of communicationequipment in vehicles in your State or Province: Use of any electrical devices such as cell phones, computers, portable radios, vehiclenavigation or other devices by the driver...
Page 347 - Tread Wear; Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS)
Black plate (347,1) Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQGS) This information relates to the tire grading system developed by the U.S. NationalHighway Traffic Safety Administration for grading tires by tread wear, traction, andtemperature performance. q Tread Wear The tread wear grade is a compar...
Page 348 - Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded:; Uniform Tire Quality Grading; Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A; TREADWEAR 200 TRACTION AA
Black plate (348,1) WARNING Keep your vehicle's tires properly inflated and not overloaded: Driving with improperly inflated or overloaded tires is dangerous. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can causeheat buildup and possible tire failure. T...
Page 349 - Tire Labeling; Information on Passenger Vehicle Tires; Please refer to the diagram below.
Black plate (349,1) Tire Labeling Federal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall ofall tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tireand also provides a tire identification number for safety standard certificati...
Page 353 - Information on Temporary Tires
Black plate (353,1) q Information on Temporary Tires Please refer to the diagram below. 1. Temporary tires 2. Nominal width of tire in millimeters 3. Ratio of height to width (aspect ratio) 4. Diagonal 5. Rim diameter code 6. Load index&speed symbol T115/70D 16 90M is an example of a tire size a...
Page 355 - SAMPLE; Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure
Black plate (355,1) Location of the Tire Label (Placard) You will find the tire label containing tire inflation pressure by tire size and other importantinformation on the driver's side B-pillar or on the edge of the driver's door frame. SAMPLE q Recommended Tire Inflation Pressure On the tire label...
Page 356 - blowout; Checking Tire Pressure
Black plate (356,1) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to therecommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with theinformation in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is dangerous.Under-inflation is...
Page 357 - Glossary of Terms
Black plate (357,1) q Glossary of Terms Tire Placard: A label indicating the OE tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can carry. Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall of each tire providing information about the tire brand and manufacturi...
Page 358 - Tire Maintenance
Black plate (358,1) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally. Here aresome important maintenance points: q Tire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintainrecommended pressures for ...
Page 359 - Tires not of the designated size; Always use tires that are in good condition:; You should replace it before the band is across the entire tread.
Black plate (359,1) CAUTION Rotate unidirectional tires and radial tires that have an asymmetrical tread patternor studs only from front to rear, not from side to side. Tire performance will beweakened if rotated from side to side. (With limited-slip differential) Don't use the following: Ø Tires no...
Page 360 - Safety Practices; Observe posted speed limits
Black plate (360,1) q Safety Practices The way you drive has a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. So cultivategood driving habits for your own benefit. l Observe posted speed limits l Avoid fast starts, stops and turns l Avoid potholes and objects on the road l Do no run over curbs ...
Page 361 - Vehicle Loading; Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle:
Black plate (361,1) Vehicle Loading WARNING Do not tow a trailer with this vehicle: Towing a trailer with this vehicle is dangerous because it has not been designed totow a trailer and doing so will affect the drive system which could result in vehicledamage. This section will guide you in the prope...
Page 362 - PAYLOAD; Payload
Black plate (362,1) Base Curb Weight is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and allstandard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, or optional equipment. Vehicle Curb Weight is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket e...
Page 363 - CARGO; Cargo Weight
Black plate (363,1) SAMPLE CARGO Cargo Weight includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. The cargo weight limit decreases depending on the number of vehicle occupants. The cargoweight limit can be calculated by subtracting the total weight of the vehic...
Page 364 - These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance; GVW; The GVWR is
Black plate (364,1) Examples: Based on a single occupant weight of 68 kg (150 lbs), and a value of 385 kg(849 lbs) for the “ combination weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed ” : The cargo weight limit with one occupant is 385 kg (849 lbs) _ 68 kg (150 lbs) = 317 kg(699 lbs)The cargo wei...
Page 365 - Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits:
Black plate (365,1) SAMPLE WARNING Exceeding Axle Weight Rating Limits: Exceeding the Safety Certification Label axle weight rating limits is dangerous andcould result in death or serious injury as a result of substandard vehicle handling,performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, s...
Page 366 - GCW; is the maximum allowable weight of the; Exceeding GVWR or GAWR Specifications:
Black plate (366,1) GCW GCW (Gross Combination Weight) is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW). GCWR (Gross Combination Weight Rating) is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle - including all cargo and passengers - that the vehicle can handle without riskingdamage. The GCW must never exceed ...
Page 367 - Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit:; The combined weight of occupants and cargo should
Black plate (367,1) Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit: Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit:(1) Locate the statement “ The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs ” on your vehicle's placard. (2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and pass...
Page 368 - Reporting Safety Defects
Black plate (368,1) Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.A.) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or couldcause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Mazda MotorCorporation (Your M...
Page 370 - If they do not have what you need in stock, they can order it for you.; Service Publications
Black plate (370,1) Service Publications Factory-authorized Mazda service publications are available for owners who wish to dosome of their own maintenance and repair. When requesting any of our publications through an Authorized Mazda Dealer, refer to thechart below. If they do not have what you ne...
Page 373 - Specifications
Black plate (373,1) 10 Specifications Technical information about your Mazda. Identification Numbers ............................................................... 10-2 Vehicle Information Labels ..................................................... 10-2 Specifications ................................
Page 374 - Vehicle Information Labels; Vehicle Identification Number; Identification Numbers
Black plate (374,1) Vehicle Information Labels q Vehicle Identification Number The vehicle identification number legallyidentifies your vehicle. The number is ona plate attached to the cowl panel locatedon the left corner of the dashboard. Thisplate can easily be seen through thewindshield. q Motor ...
Page 375 - Engine Number
Black plate (375,1) q Engine Number Forward Identification Numbers 10-3 Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page375Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:30 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H
Page 376 - Engine; Lubricant Quality
Black plate (376,1) Specifications q Engine Item Specification Type DOHC-16V in-line, 4-cylinder Bore × Stroke 87.5 × 94.0 mm (3.44 × 3.70 in) Displacement 2,261 ml (2,261 cc, 138.0 cu in) Compression ratio 9.7 q Electrical System Item Classification Battery 12V-48AH/5HR, 12V-52AH/5HR Spark-plug num...
Page 381 - Index
Black plate (381,1) 11 Index 11-1 Mazda5_8AU7-EA-09H_Edition1 Page381Wednesday, July 8 2009 11:31 AM Form No.8AU7-EA-09H