Lighting Control
Headlights
Type A (Without AUTO position)
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off.
NOTE:
To prevent discharging the battery, do not
leave the lights on while the engine is off
unless safety requires them.
Type B (With AUTO position)
Turn the headlight switch to turn the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination on or off.
NOTE:
To prevent discharging the battery, do not
leave the lights on while the engine is off
unless safety requires them.
AUTO (Auto-light control)
When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is in the ON position, the light sensor senses the surrounding lightness or darkness and automatically turns on or off the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination (see chart above).
CAUTION:
Do not shade the light sensor by
adhering a sticker or a label on
the windshield. Otherwise the light
sensor will not operate correctly.
The light sensor also works as a
rain sensor for the auto-wiper
control. Keep hands and scrapers
clear of the windshield when the
ignition switch is in the ON
position as fingers could be
pinched or the wipers and wiper
blades damaged when the wipers
activate automatically. If you are
going to clean the windshield, be
sure the wipers are turned off
completely - this is particularly
important when clearing ice and
snow - when it is particularly
tempting to leave the engine
running.
NOTE:
- The light may not turn off immediately even
if the surrounding area becomes well-lit
because the light sensor determines that it
is nighttime if the surrounding area is
continuously dark for several minutes such
as inside long tunnels, traffic jams inside
tunnels, or in indoor parking lots.
In this case, the light turns off if the light switch is turned to the OFF position.
- When the headlight switch is in the AUTO position and the ignition switch is turned to the ACC or LOCK position, the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination will turn off.
- The timing for turning on the headlights, other exterior lights and dashboard illumination can be delayed by adjusting the sensitivity of the light sensor. Consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer regarding sensor adjustment.
- The sensitivity of the AUTO lights may be changed by an Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Xenon fusion headlight bulbs *
* Some models.
The low-beam bulbs of the headlights have xenon fusion bulbs that produce a bright white beam over a wide area.
WARNING:
Do not replace the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself:
Replacing the xenon fusion bulbs
yourself is dangerous. Because the
xenon fusion bulbs require high
voltage, you could receive an electric
shock if the bulbs are handled
incorrectly. Consult an Authorized
Mazda Dealer when the replacement
is necessary.
NOTE:
If the headlights flicker, or the brightness
weakens, the bulb-life may be depleted and a
replacement is necessary. Consult an
Authorized Mazda Dealer.
Lights-On Reminder
If lights are on and the key is removed from the ignition switch, a continuous beep sound will be heard when the driver's door is opened.
Headlight High-Low Beam
Push the lever forward for high beam.
Pull back to original position for low beam.
Flashing the Headlights
To flash the headlights, pull the lever fully toward you. The headlight switch does not need to be on, and the lever will return to the normal position when released.
Headlight Leveling *
* Some models.
The number of passengers and weight of cargo in the luggage compartment change the angle of the headlights.
The headlight leveling switch adjusts this angle.
Select the proper setting from the following chart.
Without turbocharger
With turbocharger
Daytime Running Lights (Canada)
In Canada, vehicles must be driven with the headlights on during daytime operation.
For that reason, the daytime running lights automatically turn on when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
NOTE:
The Daytime Running Lights turn off when the
parking brake is applied.
See also:
Front Seats (Electrically Operated Seats)
WARNING:
Do not modify or replace the front
seats:
Modifying or replacing the front seats
such as replacing the upholstery or
loosening any bolts is dangerous. The
front seats contain air bag
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