Knowing Your Mazda

Explanation of basic operations and controls; opening/closing and adjustment of various parts.

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Engine Coolant
Inspecting Coolant Level WARNING. Do not use a match or live flame in the engine compartment. DO NOT ADD COOLANT WHEN THE ENGINE IS HOT: A hot engine is dangerous. If the engine has been running ...

Overheating
If the temperature gauge indicates overheating, the vehicle loses power, or you hear a loud knocking or pinging noise, the engine is probably too hot. WARNING: Switch the ignition to off and m ...

Lighting Control
Headlights To turn on the lights, turn the headlight switch on the end of the control lever. NOTE: To prevent discharging the battery, don't leave the lights on while the engine is off unless ...