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7. After pulling the blade rubber in the

direction of the arrow and sliding
the blade rubber to a position to
check the blade holder groove,
slide the blade rubber end in the
opposite direction.

8. Make sure that the blade rubber is

correctly installed to the blade
holder.

9. Slide the blade component and

install it to the wiper arm.

10.Slowly lower the wiper arms onto

the windshield.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the
windshield let the wiper arm down
easily, do not let it slap down on
the windshield.

11.Move the wipers to their initial

positions using the following
procedure.
a) Make sure that the wipers are set

on the windshield.

b) Switch the ignition ON.
c) Press up the wiper switch to the

MIST position 1 time.
When the procedure is
completed, the wipers operate
and they stop at the initial
positions.

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Replacing Rear Window Wiper
Blade (5-Door)

When the wiper no longer cleans well,
the blade is probably worn or cracked.
Replace it.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the wiper arm
and other components, do not move
the wiper by hand.

1. Remove the cover.

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2. Remove the stopper and raise the

wiper arm.

3. Firmly rotate the wiper blade to the

right until it unlocks, then remove
the blade.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the rear
window, do not let the wiper arm
fall on it.

4. Pull down the blade rubber and

slide it out of the blade holder.

5. Remove the metal stiffeners from

the blade rubber and install them in
the new blade.

CAUTION

Do not bend or discard the
stiffeners. You need to use them
again.

6. Carefully insert the new blade

rubber.
Then install the blade assembly in
the reverse order of removal.

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Battery

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Battery

WARNING

Wash hands after handling the battery
and related accessories:

Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm.

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 ACID which could cause
blindness if splashed into your eyes.
Also, hydrogen gas produced during
normal battery operation, could ignite
and cause the battery to explode.

Wear eye protection and

protective gloves to prevent contact
with battery fluid:

Spilled battery fluid is dangerous.
Battery fluid contains SULFURIC ACID
which could cause serious injuries if it
gets in eyes, or on the skin or clothing.
If this happens, immediately flush your
eyes with water for 15 minutes or wash
your skin thoroughly and get medical
attention.

Always keep batteries out of

the reach of children:

Allowing children to play near batteries
is dangerous. Battery fluid could cause
serious injuries if it gets in the eyes or
on the skin.

Keep flames and sparks away

from open battery cells and do not
allow metal tools to contact the
positive (+) or negative (-) terminal of
the battery when working near a
battery. Do not allow the positive (+)
terminal to contact the vehicle body:

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. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open
battery cells.

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Keep all flames and sparks

away from open battery cells because
hydrogen gas is produced from open
battery cells while charging the
battery or adding battery fluid:

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. Keep all flames including
cigarettes and sparks away from open
battery cells.

NOTE

Before performing battery
maintenance, remove the battery
cover.

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Battery Maintenance

To get the best service from a battery:

x

Keep it securely mounted.

x

Keep the top clean and dry.

x

Keep terminals and connections
clean, tight, and coated with
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.

x

Rinse off spilled electrolyte
immediately with a solution of water
and baking soda.

x

If the vehicle will not be used for an
extended time, disconnect the
battery cables and charge the battery
every 6 weeks.

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Battery Replacement

Contact an Authorized Mazda Dealer
for battery replacement.

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Key Battery Replacement

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Key Battery Replacement

If the buttons on the transmitter are
inoperable and the operation indicator
light does not flash, the battery may be
dead.
Replace with a new battery before the
transmitter becomes unusable.

CAUTION

¾

Make sure the battery is installed
correctly. Battery leakage could occur
if it is not installed correctly.

¾

When replacing the battery, be
careful not to touch any of the
internal circuitry and electrical
terminals, bend the electrical
terminals, or get dirt in the
transmitter as the transmitter could
be damaged.

¾

There is the danger of explosion if
the battery is not correctly replaced.

¾

Dispose of used batteries according
to the following instructions.

¾

Insulate the plus and minus
terminals of the battery using
cellophane or equivalent tape.

¾

Never disassemble.

¾

Never throw the battery into fire or
water.

¾

Never deform or crush.

¾

Replace only with the same type
battery (CR2032 or equivalent).

The following conditions indicate that
the battery power is low:

x

A message, “Low Key Fob Battery.
Replace Battery” is displayed on the
multi-information display when the
ignition is switched OFF.

x

The system does not operate and the
operation indicator light on the
transmitter does not flash when the
buttons are pressed.

x

The system's operational range is
reduced.

Incorrect battery replacement
operation may damage the key.
Replacing the battery at an Authorized
Mazda Dealer is recommended. If
replacing the battery by yourself,
follow the instruction.

Replacing the key battery

1. Remove the lower cover while

sliding the knob in the direction of
the arrow.

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2. Press in the tab to unlock the upper

cover.

3. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead

screwdriver into the gap and slide it
in the direction of the arrow.

4. Twist the flathead screwdriver in the

direction of the arrow and remove
the upper cover.

5. Remove the cap using the

tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.

6. Remove the battery using

tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver.

7. Insert a new battery into the

transmitter so that the positive pole
is facing up.

8. Install the cap.

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9. Install the upper cover.

10.Insert the tabs of the lower cover

into the slots of the transmitter and
install the lower cover.

Tires

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Tires

For reasons of proper performance,
safety, and better fuel economy, always
maintain recommended tire inflation
pressures and stay within the
recommended load limits and weight
distribution.

WARNING

Using Different Tire Types:

Driving your vehicle with different
types of tires is dangerous. It could
cause poor handling and poor braking;
leading to loss of control.
Except for the limited use of the
temporary spare tire, use only the
same type tires (radial, bias-belted,
bias-type) on all four wheels.

Using Wrong-Sized Tires:

Using any other tire size than what is
specified for the vehicle (page 9-10)
is dangerous. It could seriously affect
ride, handling, ground clearance, tire
clearance, and speedometer
calibration. This could cause you to
have an accident. Use only tires that
are the correct size specified for the
vehicle.

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Tire Inflation Pressure

WARNING

Always inflate the tires to the correct
pressure:

Overinflation or underinflation of tires
is dangerous. Adverse handling or
unexpected tire failure could result in a
serious accident.
Refer to Tires on page 9-10.

Use only a Mazda-genuine tire valve
cap:

Use of a non-genuine part is
dangerous as the correct tire air
pressure cannot be maintained if the
tire valve becomes damaged. If the
vehicle is driven under this condition,
the tire air pressure will decrease
which could result in a serious
accident. Do not use any part for the
tire valve cap that is not a
Mazda-genuine part.

Inspect all tire pressures monthly
(including the spare) when the tires are
cold. Maintain recommended
pressures for the best ride, handling,
and minimum tire wear.
Refer to the specification charts (page
9-10).

NOTE

x

Always check tire pressure when tires
are cold.

x

Warm tires normally exceed
recommended pressures. Do not
release air from warm tires to adjust
the pressure.

x

Underinflation can cause reduced
fuel economy, uneven and
accelerated tire wear, and poor
sealing of the tire bead, which will
deform the wheel and cause
separation of tire from rim.

x

Overinflation can produce a harsh
ride, uneven and accelerated tire
wear, and a greater possibility of
damage from road hazards.
Keep your tire pressure at the correct
levels. If one frequently needs
inflating, have it inspected.

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Tire Rotation

WARNING

Rotate tires periodically:

Irregular tire wear is dangerous. To
equalize tread wear for maintaining
good performance in handling and
braking, rotate the tires periodically or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
Please refer to Scheduled maintenance
for your tire rotation interval.

During rotation, inspect them for
correct balance.

1. Forward
Do not include (TEMPORARY USE
ONLY) spare tire in rotation.

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Also, inspect them for uneven wear
and damage. Abnormal wear is usually
caused by one or a combination of the
following:

x

Incorrect tire pressure

x

Improper wheel alignment

x

Out-of-balance wheel

x

Severe braking

After rotation, inflate all tire pressures
to specification on page 9-10 and
inspect the lug nuts for tightness.

CAUTION

Rotate unidirectional tires and radial
tires that have an asymmetrical tread
pattern or studs only from front to rear,
not from side to side. Tire performance
will be reduced if rotated from side to
side.

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Replacing a Tire

WARNING

Always use tires that are in good
condition:

Driving with worn tires is dangerous.
Reduced braking, steering, and
traction could result in an accident.

Replace all four tires at the same
time:

Replacing just one tire is dangerous. It
could cause poor handling and poor
braking resulting in loss of vehicle
control. Mazda strongly recommends
that you replace all four tires at the
same time.

If a tire wears evenly, a wear indicator
will appear as a solid band across the
tread.
Replace the tire when this happens.

1. New tread
2. Worn tread
3. Tread wear indicator

You should replace the tire before the
band crosses the entire tread.

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NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road. It
is recommended that tires generally be
replaced when they are 6 years or
older. Heat caused by hot climates or
frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process. You
should replace the spare tire when you
replace the other road tires due to the
aging of the spare tire. The period in
which the tire was manufactured (both
week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit
number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-23.

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Temporary Spare Tire

Inspect the temporary spare tire at
least monthly to make sure it is
properly inflated and stored.

NOTE

The temporary spare tire condition
gradually deteriorates even if it has not
been used.

The temporary spare tire is easier to
handle because of its construction
which is lighter and smaller than a
conventional tire. This tire should be
used only for an emergency and only
for a short distance.

Use the temporary spare tire only until
the conventional tire is repaired, which
should be as soon as possible.
Refer to Tires on page 9-10.

CAUTION

¾

Do not use your temporary spare tire
rim with a snow tire or a
conventional tire. Neither will
properly fit and could damage both
tire and rim.

¾

The temporary spare tire has a tread
life of less than 5,000 km (3,000
miles). The tread life may be shorter
depending on driving conditions.

¾

The temporary spare tire is for
limited use, however, if the tread
wear solid-band indicator appears,
replace the tire with the same type of
temporary spare (page 6-34).

NOTE

Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used on the road. It
is recommended that tires generally be
replaced when they are 6 years or
older. Heat caused by hot climates or
frequent high loading conditions can
accelerate the aging process. You
should replace the spare tire when you
replace the other road tires due to the
aging of the spare tire. The period in
which the tire was manufactured (both
week and year) is indicated by a 4-digit
number.
Refer to Tire Labeling on page 8-23.

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Replacing a Wheel

WARNING

Always use wheels of the correct size
on your vehicle:

Using a wrong-sized wheel is
dangerous. Braking and handling could
be affected, leading to loss of control
and an accident.

CAUTION

A wrong-sized wheel may adversely
affect:

¾

Tire fit

¾

Wheel and bearing life

¾

Ground clearance

¾

Snow-chain clearance

¾

Speedometer calibration

¾

Headlight aim

¾

Bumper height

¾

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

NOTE

x

When replacing a wheel, make sure
the new one is the same as the
original factory wheel in diameter,
rim width, and offset (inset/outset).

x

For details, contact an Authorized
Mazda Dealer.

Proper tire balancing provides the best
riding comfort and helps reduce tread
wear. Out-of-balance tires can cause
vibration and uneven wear, such as
cupping and flat spots.

Light Bulbs

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Light Bulbs

Front

Type A

1. Vanity mirror lights

*

2. Overhead lights/ Front map lights
3. Side turn signal lights

*

4. Front side-marker lights
5. Parking lights
6. Headlights (High/Low beam)/

Daytime running lights

7. Front turn signal lights

Type B

1. Vanity mirror lights

*

2. Overhead lights/ Front map lights
3. Side turn signal lights

*

4. Parking lights/Front side-marker

lights

5. Headlights (High/Low beam)/

Daytime running lights

6. Front turn signal lights

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*Some models.

Rear

4–Door

1. Trunk light
2. High-mount brake light
3. Overhead light (Rear)
4. Rear side-marker lights
5. Brake lights/Taillights

*

6. Rear turn signal lights
7. Brake lights/Taillights
8. Taillights

*

9. Reverse lights
10.License plate lights

5–Door

1. Luggage compartment light
2. High-mount brake light
3. Overhead light (Rear)
4. Rear side-marker lights
5. Rear turn signal lights
6. Brake lights/Taillights
7. Taillights

*

8. Reverse lights
9. License plate lights

CAUTION

When removing the lens or lamp unit
using a flathead screwdriver, make sure
that the flathead screwdriver does not
contact the interior terminal. If the
flathead screwdriver contacts the
terminal, a short circuit may occur.

NOTE

x

When replacing a bulb, contact an
Authorized Mazda Dealer if
necessary.

x

Use the protective cover and carton
for the replacement bulb to dispose
of the old bulb promptly and out of
the reach of children.

x

For details regarding the installation
positions of the interior lights, refer
to the following:

x

Vanity mirror lights
Refer to Vanity Mirrors on page
5-39.

x

Overhead Lights/front map lights,
overhead light (rear), trunk light,
and luggage compartment light
Refer to Interior Lights on page
5-40.

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Replacing Exterior Light Bulbs

The exterior lights have either LEDs or
normal bulbs.
Only the bulb for a parking lights/front
side-marker lights (type B) can be
replaced.

LED type

x

Headlights

x

Daytime running lights

x

Parking lights (Type A)

x

Front turn signal lights

x

Front side-marker lights (Type A)

x

Side turn signal lights

*

x

High-mount brake light

x

Rear turn signal lights

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x

Rear side-marker lights

x

Brake lights

x

Taillights

x

Reverse lights

x

License plate lights

The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with
the unit. We recommend an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when the
replacement is necessary.

Bulb type

Parking lights/Front side-marker
lights (Type B)

1. Make sure the ignition is switched

off, and the headlight switch is off.

2. If you are changing the left bulb,

start the engine, turn the steering
wheel all the way to the right, and
turn off engine. If you are changing
the right bulb, turn the steering
wheel to the left.

3. Pull the center of each plastic

retainer and remove the retainers.

1. Removal
2. Installation

4. Pull the center of each plastic

retainer and remove the retainers.

1. Removal
2. Installation

5. Turn the screw counterclockwise

and remove it, and then partially
peel back the mudguard.

6. Turn the socket and bulb assembly

counterclockwise and remove it.

7. Disconnect the bulb from the

socket.

8. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

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Replacing Interior Light Bulbs

Overhead lights/Front map lights,
Overhead light (Rear), Vanity mirror
lights

*

, Luggage compartment light

(5–Door)

The LED bulb cannot be replaced as a
single unit because it is an integrated
unit.
The LED bulb has to be replaced with
the unit. We recommend an
Authorized Mazda Dealer when the
replacement is necessary.

Trunk light (4–Door)

1. Press both sides of the lens cap to

remove it.

2. Disconnect the bulb by pulling it

out.

3. Install the new bulb in the reverse

order of the removal procedure.

Fuses

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Fuses

Your vehicle's electrical system is
protected by fuses.

If any lights, accessories, or controls do
not work, inspect the appropriate
circuit protector. If a fuse has blown,
the inside element will be melted.

If the same fuse blows again, avoid
using that system and consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer as soon as
possible.

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Fuse Replacement

Replacing the fuses on the vehicle's
left side

If the electrical system does not work,
first inspect the fuses on the vehicle's
left side.

1. Make sure the ignition is switched

off, and other switches are off.

2. Open the fuse panel cover.

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3. Pull the fuse straight out with the

fuse puller provided on the fuse
block located in the engine
compartment.

4. Inspect the fuse and replace it if it is

blown.

1. Normal
2. Blown

5. Insert a new fuse of the same

amperage rating, and make sure it
fits tightly. If it does not fit tightly,
have an expert install it. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
If you have no spare fuses, borrow
one of the same rating from a
circuit not essential to vehicle
operation, such as the audio or
accessory socket circuit.

CAUTION

Always replace a fuse with a
genuine Mazda fuse or equivalent
of the same rating. Otherwise, you
may damage the electric system.

6. Reinstall the cover and make sure

that it is securely installed.

Replacing the fuses under the hood

If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the fuses
in the cabin are normal, inspect the
fuse block under the hood.
If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced.
Follow these steps:

1. Make sure the ignition is switched

off, and other switches are off.

2. Remove the fuse block cover.

3. If any fuse but the MAIN fuse is

blown, replace it with a new one

of

the same amperage rating

.

1. Normal
2. Blown

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WARNING

Do not replace the main fuse by
yourself. Have an Authorized
Mazda Dealer perform the
replacement:

Replacing the fuse by yourself is
dangerous because the MAIN fuse
is a high current fuse. Incorrect
replacement could cause an
electrical shock or a short circuit
resulting in a fire.

4. Reinstall the cover and make sure

that it is securely installed.

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