Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3 Owner's Manual

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• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (176,1) Rear Window Wiper and Washer (5 Door) The ignition switch must be in the ON position. qRear Window Wiper Turn the wiper on b y turning the rear wiper/washer switch. ON ― Normal INT ― Intermittent qRear Window Washer To spray washer fluid, turn the rear wiper/ washer switch to the position. After the switch is released, the washer will stop. If the washer doesn't work, inspect the fluid level (page 8-27). If it's OK and the washer still doesn't work, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Rear Window Defroster The rear window defroster clears frost, fog, and thin ice from the rear window. The ignition switch must be in the ON positi

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (262,1) Keep all flames, including cigarettes, and sparks away from ope n battery cells: Flames and sparks near open battery cells are dangerous. Hydrogen gas, produced during normal battery operation, could ignite and cause the battery to explode. An exploding battery can cause serious burns and injuries. Do not jump-start a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level: Jump-starting a frozen battery or one with a low fluid level is dangerous. It may rupture or explode, causing serious injury. Connect the negative cable

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (315,1) Reverse lights 4 Door 1. Pull the center section of the plastic retainer and remove the retainers, and then remove the trunk rear trim. Removal Installation 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. Disconnect the bulb from the socket. 4. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. NOTE To replace the bulb, contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer. 5 Door 1. Remove the cover. 2. Turn the socket and bulb assembly counterclockwise and remove it. 3. D

• Black plate (363,1) Tire Maintenance Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenanc e can c ause tires to wear abnormally. Here are some important maintenance points: qTire Inflation Pressure Inspect all tire pressure monthly (including the spare) when the tires are cold. Maintain recommended pressures for the best ride, top handling, a nd minimum tire wear. Use the pressures speci

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (210,1) 1221 Avenue Of The Americas New York, NY 10020 Attention: Customer Care Include your Sirius Radio ESN (Electronic Serial Number) when subscribing or reques ting technical assistance. See the Satellite Radio Kit manual accompanying the SIRIUS unit for complete satellite radio activation procedures and information on how to display the ESN#. 6-32 Interior Comfort Audio System Mazda3_8X41-EA-07F_Edition1 Page210 Wednesday, April 25 2007 1:5 PM Form No.8X41-EA-07F

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (184,1) Manual Type í Air intake selector A/C switch Mode selector dial Temperature control dial Fan control dial Some models. qControl Switches Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature. Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. Fan control dial This dial allows variable fan speeds. 0―Fan off 1―Low speed 2―Medium low speed 3―Medium high speed 4―High speed 6-6 Interior Comfort í Some models. Climate Control System Mazda3_8X41-EA-07F_Edition1 Page184 Wednesday, April 25 2007 1:5 PM Form No.8X41-EA-07F

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (19,1) qSeat Warmer í The front seats are electrically heated. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. Press the switch to turn the seat warmer on or off. When the switch is in the ON position, the indicator light will come on. NOTE The seat temperature is regulated automatically by a thermostat. Other than turning it on or off, it cannot be adjusted. Rear Seat WARNING Do not stack cargo higher than the seatbacks or place articles on the rear package tray or on the luggage compartment cover: Stacking luggage or other cargo higher than the seatbacks, and placing article

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (226,1) 7. Pass the connection plug cord through the slit in the tray mat and then set the tray mat in place. To operate the portable audio unit 1. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC or ON position. 2. Press the power/volume dial to turn the audio system on. 3. Press the MEDIA button ( )of the audio unit or the mode switch ( ) of the audio control switch to change to the AUX mode. NOTE l Set the volume of the portable audio unit to the maximum within the range that the sound does not become distorted, then adjust the volume using the power/volume dial of the audio unit or the volume button ( , ) of the

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (345,1) Outside the United States Government regulations in the United States require that automobiles meet specific emission regulations and safety standards. Therefore, vehicles built for use in the United States may differ from those sold in other countries. The differences may make it difficult or even impossible for your vehicl e to receive satisfactory servicing in other countries. We strongly recommend that you NOT take your Mazda outside the United States. However, in the event that you are moving to Canada permanently, Mazda vehicles built for use in the United States could be eligible for exportation to Canada with specific vehicle modifications to comply with the Canad

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (189,1) OFF switch Pressing the OFF switch shuts off the climate control system. Temperature control dial Cold Hot This dial controls temperature.Turn it clockwise for hot and counterclockwise for cold. Fan control dial Slow Fast The fan has seven speeds. The selec ted speed will be displayed. Mode selector switch The desir ed airflow mode can be selected (page 6-4). NOTE With the airflow mode set to position and the temperature control dial set at a medium temperature, heated air is directed to the feet and a comparably lower air temperature will flow through the central, left and right vents. A/C switch With the AUTO or fan

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (88,1) NOTE To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not leave the trunk open for a long period when the engine is not running. Inside Trunk Release Lever (4 Door) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside trunk release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the trunk. No matter how careful adults might be with keys and locking their cars, parents should be aware that children may be tempted to play around vehicles and use the trunk as a hiding place. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves w

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (243,1) When placing an electrical device (e.g. cellular phone) in the tray which is connected to the accessory socket, pass the connection plug cord through the slot in the cap. Cap slot, closed Cap slot, opened 1. Open the lid by pulling the upper release catch. 2. Remove the tray mat. 3. Using a coin, turn the cap counterclockwise (about 45° from the closed position) and remove it. NOTE Do NOT discard the cap. 4. Open the tray by pulling the lower release catch. 5. Pass the connection plug cord through the hole of the tray and insert the plug in the socket. Plug 6. Make sure the connection plug cord is running through the cap slot; reinstal

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (63,1) If the front passenger wei ght sensors are working properly, the indicator light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position. After a specified period of time it goes out. The front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light illuminates or is off under the following conditions: Total seated weight on the front passenger seat Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light Front passenger front and side air bags Front passenger seat belt pretensioner system

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (266,1) CAUTION Do not use the hooks under the rear bumper for tow ing and tying down, as they cannot hold the load and it will damage the bumper. Hooks Tiedown Hook CAUTION Don't use the tiedown hook under the rear for towing. It is designed ONLY for tying down the vehicle when it's being transported. Using it for towing will damage the bumper. qTiedown Hook-Front 1. Remove the tiedown eyelet and the lug wrench from the trunk (page 7-3). 2. Wrap the lug wrench with a soft cloth to prevent damage to the bumper and open the cap located on the front bumper. CAUTION The cap cannot be completely removed. Do not use excessive fo rce as it may damage the cap or scratch the p

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (355,1) 11. Tread wear, traction and temperature grades 12. Max. permissible inflation pressure 13. SAFETY WARNING P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size and load index rating. Here is an explanation of the various components of that tire size and load index rating. Note that the tire size and load index rating may be different from the example. P Indicates a tire that may be installed on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks as designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA). NOTE

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (361,1) WARNING Always check the tire inflation pressures on a regular basis according to the recommended tire inflation pressure on the tire label and in conjunction with the information in this owner's manual: Driving your vehicle with under-inflated tires is da ngerous. Under-inflation is the most common cause of failures in any kind of tire and may result in severe cracking, tread separation or “blowout”, with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injur y. Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal dama

• Black plate (54,1) Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) Precautions The front and side supplemental restraint systems (SRS) include up to 6 air bags. Please verify which kinds of air bags are equipped on your vehicle by locating the “SRS AIRBAG” location indicators. These indicators are visible in the area where the air bags are installed. The air bags are installed in the fo

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (135,1) Shifting down If the vehicle speed is higher than the speed specified for each gear, the gear cannot be shifted down to a lower gear. Gear Vehicle speed M4→M3 180 km/h (112 mph) M3→M2 119 km/h (74 mph) M2→M1 47 km/h (30 mph) During deceleration, the gears shift down automatically when speed is reduced to the following: Gear Vehicle speed M4→M3 36 km/h (22 mph) M3 or M2→M1 12 km/h (7 mph) NOTE The gear does not shift down to M1 automatically while in the second gear fixed mode. If th

• Black plate (312,1) Brake lights/Taillights (4 Door) With LED bulb Due to the complexity and difficulty of the procedure, the LED bulbs should be replaced by an Authorized Mazda Dealer. NOTE LED bulb replacement is not possible. The rear combination component must be replaced. With Non-LED bulb 1. Pull the center of each plastic retainer and remove the retainers and the trunk end t

• Black plate (305,1) NOTE (With Tire Pressure Monitoring System) l When tires with steel wire reinforcement in the sidewalls are used, the system may not function correctly even with a genuine wheel. Refer to System Error Activation on page 5-30. l Be sure to install the tire pressure sensors whenever tires or wheels are replaced. Refer to Tires and Wheels on page 5-30. If a tire wears eve

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (20,1) Never allow a passenger to sit or stand on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving: Driving with a passenger on the folded seatback is dangerou s. Allowing a child to sit up on the folded seatback while the vehicle is moving is particularly dangerous. In a sudden stop or even a minor collision, a child not in a proper seat or child-restraint system and seat belt could be thrown forward, back or even out of the vehicle resulting in serious injuries or death. The child in the baggage area could be thrown into other occupants and cause serious injury. Never give the car keys to child ren and do not allow them to play in the vehicle: Playing

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (75,1) To retract the key, rotate it into the holder while pressing the release button. Keyless Entry System í This system remotely locks and unlocks the doors and the liftgate. It can also help you signal for attention. Press the buttons slowly and carefully. CAUTION To avoid damage to the transmitter, do not: Ø Drop the transmitter. Ø Get the transmitter wet. Ø Disassemble the transmitter. Ø Expose the transmitter to any kind of magn etic field. Ø Expose the transmitter to high tempera

• Black plate (188,1) Fully Automatic Type í Climate control information is displayed on the information display. AMB (Ambient Temperature) switch Windshield defroster switch Fan control dial Temperature control dial Mode selector switch OFF switch Auto switch A/C switch Air intake selector qControl Switches AUTO switch By pressing the AUTO switch the following functions will be automatically con

• Black plate (71,1) l The air bag system warning beep sound will be heard. l The air bags have deployed. l Front passenger air bag deactivation indicator light does not illuminate when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position or does not illuminate as indicated in the chart. For more details about this indicator light and this chart, refer to “Front passenger seat weight s

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (142,1) Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) í The Dynamic Stability Control (DSC) automatically controls braking and engine torque in conjunctio n with systems such as ABS and TCS to help control side slip when driving on slippery surfaces, or during sudden or evasive maneuvering, enhancing vehicle safety. Refer to ABS (page 5-7) and TCS (page 5-23). DSC operation is possible at speeds greater than 20 km/h (12 mph). WARNING Do not rely on the dynamic stability control as a substitute for safe driving: The dynamic stabilit y control (DSC) c

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (334,1) Customer Assistance (U.S.A.) Your complete and permanent satisfaction is our business. We are here to serve you. All Authorized Mazda Dealers have the knowledge and the tools to keep your Mazda vehicle in top condition. If you have any questions or recommendations for improvement regarding the service of your Mazda vehicle or servicing by Mazda Dealer personnel, we recommend that you take the following steps: NOTE If it becomes necessary to have the components or wiring system for the supplementary restraint system modified to accommodate a pe

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (163,1) Adjust the tire pressure to the correct tire pressure. Refer to the specification charts (page 10-8). CAUTION When replacing/repairing the tires or wheels or both, have the work done by an Authorized Mazda Dealer, or the tire pressure sensors may be damaged. NOTE l Perform tire pressure adjustment when the tires are cold. Tire pressure will vary according to the tire temperature, therefore let the vehicle stand for 1 hour or only drive it 1.6 km (1 mile) or less before adjusting the tire pressures. When pressure is adjusted on hot tires to the cold inflation pressure, the TPMS warning light/beep may turn on after the tires cool and pressure drops below specif

• Mazda 2008 MazdaSpeed3, Black plate (33,1) Center-Rear Position Seat Belt (3-Point Type) Before using the center-rear lap/shoulder belt make sure tongue (A) and anchor buckle (B) are fastened. (A) (B) qFastening the Seat Belt 1. Grasp the tongue (C). 2. Slowly pull out the lap/shoulder belt. 3. Insert the tongue (C) into the buckle (D) until you hear a click. (C) (D) (B) (A) WARNING Fastening the Center-Rear Seat Belt with Only One Buckle: Fastening the center-rear seat belt with only one buckle is dangerous. If only one pair of seat belt tongue

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