Mazda Protege (2003 year). Instruction — part 5

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Doors and Locks

The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for the power windows to operate.

▼ Operating the Driver’s Side

Power Window

To open the window, push down the
switch.
To close the window, pull up the switch.

Always keep the handle firmly
attached to the holder and in the
recessed position. Not securing the
handle this way could allow it to snag
luggage in the trunk and open the trunk
lid.

CAUTION

Power Windows

Closing Power Windows:
Closing power windows are
dangerous. A person’s hands, head,
or even neck could be caught by the
window and result in serious injury or
even death.
This warning applies especially to
children. Make sure the opening is
clear before closing a window.

To prevent burning out the fuse and
damaging the power window system,
don’t open or close more than two
windows at once.

WARNING

CAUTION

Close

Open

Left front window

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Doors and Locks

Auto-opening

To fully open the window automatically,
push the switch completely down.

To stop the window partway, pull up the
switch and then release it.

▼ Operating the Passenger Power

Windows

The power windows may be operated
when the power window lock switch is in
the unlock position.

The passenger windows may be opened or
closed by the power window master
control switches on the driver’s door.

Front passenger-side power window

To open the window, push down the
switch.
To close the window, pull up the switch.

Rear power windows

To open a window, push the lower part of
the switch.
To close, push the upper part of the
switch.

Right front window

Left rear window

Right rear window

Open

Close

Open

Close

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Doors and Locks

▼ Power Window Lock Switch

With the lock switch in the unlocked
position, all power windows on each door
can be operated.

With the lock switch in the locked
position, only the driver’s side power
window can be operated.

Unintentional Window Operation:
Unintentional window operation is
dangerous. A person’s hands, head,
or neck could be caught by the
window and result in serious injury.
Unless a passenger needs to operate a
window, keep the power window lock
switch in the locked position.

Unlocked position

Locked position

WARNING

Fuel-Filler Lid and Cap

Fuel Spray:
Fuel spray is dangerous. Fuel can
burn skin and eyes and cause illness
when ingested. Fuel spray is released
when there is pressure in the fuel
tank and the fuel cap is removed too
quickly. When removing the fuel cap,
loosen the cap slightly and wait for
any hissing to stop. Then remove it.

Fuel Vapor:
Fuel vapor is dangerous. It could be
ignited by sparks or flames causing
serious burns and injuries. Before
refueling, stop the engine

, and always

keep sparks and flames away from the
filler neck.

Always use only a genuine Mazda fuel
cap or an approved equivalent,
available at Authorized Mazda
Dealers. The wrong cap can result in a
serious malfunction of the fuel and
emission control systems. It may also
cause the check engine light in the
instrument cluster to illuminate.

WARNING

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

▼ Fuel-Filler Lid

To open, pull up the remote fuel-filler lid
release.

▼ Fuel-Filler Cap

To remove the filler cap, turn it
counterclockwise.

To replace the filler cap, turn it clockwise
until it clicks.

Remote fuel-filler
lid release

Sedan

Remote fuel-filler
lid release

Hatchback

Make sure the fuel-filler cap is
tightened securely. The check engine
light comes on when the cap isn’t
tightened securely. If the light remains
on (even after you have tightened the
cap securely, driven, and restarted the
engine several times), it may indicate a
different problem. Contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.

Open

Close

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

▼ Opening the Hood

1. With the vehicle parked, pull the

release handle to unlock the hood.

2. Pull the safety catch up and lift the

hood.

3. Use the support rod to hold the hood

open.

▼ Closing the Hood

1. Check under the hood area to make

certain all filler caps are in place and
all loose items (e.g. tools, oil
containers, etc.) have been removed.

2. Secure the rod in its clip.

3. Close the hood so that it locks securely.

Hood

Clip

Support rod

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Doors and Locks

The sunroof can be opened or closed
electrically only when the ignition switch
is in the ON position.

▼ Tilt Operation

The rear of the sunroof can be tilted open
to provide more ventilation.

To tilt, push the rear of the tilt switch.

To close, push the front of the tilt switch.

Sunroof

Extending the Head or Arms
Through the Sunroof:
Extending the head, arms, or other
parts of the body through the sunroof
is dangerous. The head or arms could
hit something while the vehicle is
moving. This could cause death or
serious injury. Don’t let passengers
stand up or extend anything through
the open sunroof while the vehicle is
moving.

Closing the Sunroof:
A closing sunroof is dangerous. The
hands, head, or even neck of a person
—especially a child— could be
caught in it as it closes, causing
serious injury or even death. Make
sure the opening is clear before
closing the sunroof.

Slide switch

Tilt switch

WARNING

NOTE

After washing your Mazda or after a
rain, wipe the water off the sunroof
before operating it.

Tilt up

Close

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Doors and Locks

▼ Slide Operation

To open to any position, press the rear of
the slide switch.

To close, press the front of the slide
switch.

▼ Sunshade

The sunshade can be opened and closed
by hand.

The sunshade opens automatically when
the sunroof is opened, but must be closed
by hand.

Open

Close

Sunshade

The sunshade doesn’t tilt. To avoid
damaging the sunshade, don’t push up
on it.

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

The front cross bar is fixed in place.
The rear cross bar can be adjusted by
sliding it.

Roof Rack

Rear cross bar

Front cross bar

• The roof rack is not designed for

direct placement of objects or loads.
A special attachment kit is
necessary. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

• The maximum load on the roof rack

is 75 kg (165 lb). Do not overload.

• Because the bolts and screws may

loosen initially, retighten them.
Periodically check bolts for
looseness approximately every 100
km (62 miles).

• Avoid turning sharply and jamming

on the brakes while the roof rack
installed. Doing so may cause an
accident or the luggage may fall off.

• Road conditions (especially steep

curves or rough roads) and weather
changes (strong cross wind, head
wind, rain, snow, or fog) can change
vehicle operating characteristics
greatly when the vehicle is
equipped with the roof rack. To
cope with these conditions, drive at
a slower speed.

• When driving in a tunnel or parking

garage or any place with height
restrictions with the roof rack
installed, be aware that the roof rack
will raise the total clearance of the
vehicle.

• If the vehicle is washed in an

automatic car wash with the roof
rack installed, the roof rack or the
roof of the vehicle can be damaged.
Before washing the vehicle in an
automatic car wash, always remove
the roof rack.

CAUTION

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Doors and Locks

▼ Roof Rack Adjustment

1. Loosen the screw at both ends of the

rear cross bar, then remove the rear
cross bar covers.

2. Loosen the bolt at both ends of the rear

cross bar, then slide the rear cross bar
to the desired position.

3. Tighten the bolt at both ends of the rear

cross bar alternately and evenly.

4. Install the rear cross bar cover by

inserting the clips into the square hole
of the rear cross bar until they click,
then tighten the screw.

NOTE

Roof racks increase wind turbulence
which can result in noise. This does
not indicate an abnormality. The roof
rack can be removed when it is not
needed.

Screw

Rear cross bar cover

Rear cross bar

Bolt

NOTE

• If only one bolt is tightened, the

cross bar will lean to one side.

• Tighten the bolts with tightening

torque of 11—12 N•m {110—120
kgf•cm}.

Bolt

Screw

Rear cross bar
cover

Rear cross bar

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

▼ Tilt Steering Wheel

To change the angle of the steering wheel,
stop the vehicle, pull the tilt wheel release
lever under the steering column down,
adjust the wheel, then push the release
lever up to lock the column.

After adjusting, push the wheel up and
down to be certain it’s locked before
driving.

▼ Outside Mirrors

Check the mirrors’ angles before driving.

Manual control mirror

To adjust, move the mirror’s control lever,
just inside the door.

Steering Wheel

Adjusting the Steering Wheel:
Adjusting the steering wheel while the
vehicle is moving is dangerous.
Moving it can very easily cause the
driver to abruptly turn to the left or
right. This can lead to loss of control
or an accident. Never adjust the
steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving.

WARNING

Tilt wheel release
lever

Mirrors

Convex Mirror (Passenger Side):
Changing lanes without taking into
account the actual distance of the
vehicle in the convex mirror is
dangerous. You could have a serious
accident. What you see in the convex
mirror is closer than it appears. Be
sure to look over your shoulder or to
check your inside mirror before
changing lanes.

WARNING

Control lever

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Power control mirror

The ignition switch must be in the ACC or
ON position.

To adjust:

1. Move the selector switch to the left or

right to choose the mirror.

2. Depress the perimeter switch in the

appropriate direction.

After adjusting the mirror, lock the
control by moving the selector switch to
the middle position.

Folding the mirror

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

▼ Rearview Mirror (With Day/

Night Function)

Before driving, adjust the rearview mirror
to center on the scene through the rear
window.
Do this with the day/night lever in the day
position.

Push the lever forward for day driving.
Pull it back to reduce glare from
headlights.

Outside mirror

Selector switch

Perimeter switch

Driving with Mirrors Folded In:
Driving with the outside mirrors
folded in is dangerous. Your rear view
will be restricted, and you could have
an accident. Always return the
outside mirrors to the driving position
before you start driving.

WARNING

Day/Night lever

Day

Night

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Steering Wheel and Mirrors

Blocked View:
Cargo stacked higher than the
seatbacks is dangerous. It can block
your view in the rearview mirror,
which might cause you to hit another
car when changing lanes. Don’t stack
things higher than the seatbacks.

WARNING

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4-1

4

Before Driving Your Mazda

Important information about driving your Mazda.

Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2

Fuel Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Emission Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4-3
Engine Exhaust (Carbon Monoxide) . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4

Before Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4-5

Before Getting In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4-5
After Getting In . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5

Driving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4-6

Break-In Period . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Money-Saving Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4-6
Hazardous Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Rocking the Vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4-7
Winter Driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... 4-8
Driving In Flooded Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10
Overloading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-10

Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. 4-11

Trailer Towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11

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Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

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.

Fuel with a lower rating could cause the emission control system to lose effectiveness. It
could also cause engine knocking and serious engine damage.

Your Mazda will perform best with fuel listed in the table.

*U.S. federal law requires that octane ratings be posted on gasoline station pumps.

MAZDASPEED Protegé

Use only premium unleaded fuel:91 [ (R+M)/2 method] or above (96 RON or above)

Gasoline blended with oxygenates such as alcohol or ether compounds are generally
referred to as oxygenated fuels. The common gasoline blend that can be used with your
vehicle is ethanol blended at no more than 10%. Gasoline containing alcohol, such as
ethanol or methanol, may be marketed under the name "Gasohol".

Vehicle damage and drivability problems resulting from the use of the following may not
be covered by the Mazda warranty.
• Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol.
• Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol.
• Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol.

Fuel Requirements

Fuel

Octane Rating* (Anti-knock index)

Regular unleaded fuel

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

• USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.

Leaded fuel is harmful to the catalytic converter or the oxygen sensor. The lead will
accumulate on the oxygen sensor and the catalyst inside the converter. This will result
in a malfunction of the emission control system, causing poor performance.

• Your vehicle can only use oxygenated fuels containing no more than 10% ethanol by

volume. Damage to your vehicle may occur when ethanol exceeds this
recommendation, or if the gasoline contains any methanol. Stop using gasohol of any
kind if your vehicle engine is performing poorly.

• Never add fuel system additives. Never add cleaning agents other than those specified

by Mazda. Other cleaning agents and additives may damage the system. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.

CAUTION

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Fuel and Engine Exhaust Precautions

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

Emission Control System

Parking Over Things That Burn:
Parking over or near anything inflammable, such as dry grass, is dangerous. Even
with the engine turned off, the exhaust system could ignite it because the exhaust
system gets very hot during normal use. A resulting fire could cause serious injury or
death. Never park over or near anything inflammable.

Ignoring the following precautions could cause lead to accumulate on the catalyst inside
the converter or cause the converter to get very hot. Either condition will damage the
converter and cause poor performance.
• USE ONLY UNLEADED FUEL.
• Don’t drive your Mazda with any sign of engine malfunction.
• Don’t coast with the ignition switch turned off.
• Don’t descend steep grades in gear with the ignition switch turned off.
• Don’t operate the engine at high idle for more than 5 minutes.
• Don’t tamper with the emission control system. All inspections and adjustments must

be made by a qualified technician.

• Don’t try to push-start or pull-start your vehicle.

NOTE

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

WARNING

CAUTION